News for 'Jammu-Kashmir'

'That I Am Close To The BJP is Rubbish'

'That I Am Close To The BJP is Rubbish'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

'Who are Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti to issue certificates?'

Stage set for counting of votes in J-K, Haryana today

Stage set for counting of votes in J-K, Haryana today

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Political parties and leaders wait with bated breath for the Haryana and Jammu-Kashmir assembly poll results on Tuesday.

Modi says J-K breathes freely after Art 370 abrogation; silent on polls

Modi says J-K breathes freely after Art 370 abrogation; silent on polls

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

After inaugurating development projects worth nearly Rs 5,000 crore for boosting the agri-economy in the Union territory, Modi said he was "elated to be among the wonderful people of Srinagar".

What Is On Tara's Mind?

What Is On Tara's Mind?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Nimrat does something for the first time... Diljit meets some monks... Rhea goes on a holiday...

2 Jammu-Kashmir students beaten up in Haryana

2 Jammu-Kashmir students beaten up in Haryana

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has urged her Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar to ensure strict action in this case.

Restoration of J-K statehood after assembly polls: Amit Shah

Restoration of J-K statehood after assembly polls: Amit Shah

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

On the Opposition's poll promise of statehood restoration, Shah said, "I want to ask Farooq Abdullah and Rahul Gandhi, who is going to restore the statehood. You cannot give it back. Why are you misleading the public?"

Murmu sworn-in as first L-G of Jammu-Kashmir

Murmu sworn-in as first L-G of Jammu-Kashmir

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

The warrant of appointment of Murmu, a 1985 batch IAS officer from Gujarat, was read out by Chief Secretary B V R Subrahmanyam.

Unrest in PoK: 3 killed in firing, teargas shelling

Unrest in PoK: 3 killed in firing, teargas shelling

Rediff.com14 May 2024

The paramilitary Rangers, which were called in to maintain law and order in the disputed region, came under attack while moving out of the region, the Dawn newspaper reported.

Cong will implement Sharia, steal your property: Yogi

Cong will implement Sharia, steal your property: Yogi

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday made serious allegations against the Congress and said the grand old party has in its election manifesto expressed its intention to implement the 'Sharia law' in the country and redistribute people's property.

Eyewitness identifies Yasin Malik as shooter who killed 4 IAF men

Eyewitness identifies Yasin Malik as shooter who killed 4 IAF men

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Four IAF personnel, including a squadron leader, were killed and 22 injured on January 25, 1990, at Rawalpora on the outskirts of Srinagar.

Art 370 verdict upheld sovereignty and integrity of India: Modi

Art 370 verdict upheld sovereignty and integrity of India: Modi

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

With its verdict, the Supreme Court has strengthened the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' and has reminded us that what define us are bonds of unity and a shared commitment to good governance.

Time to divide J&K into Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh

Time to divide J&K into Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

'It is time to not merely assert that Kashmir is an internal problem, but begin to act on it,' argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Violent strike over high prices in PoK enters Day 4

Violent strike over high prices in PoK enters Day 4

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The disputed region witnessed clashes on Saturday between the police and activists of a rights movement, leaving at least one police official dead and injuring over 100 people, mostly policemen.

PDP's post-poll dilemma in Jammu & Kashmir

PDP's post-poll dilemma in Jammu & Kashmir

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Peoples Democratic Party on Tuesday said it is in a "difficult" situation over choosing a post-poll ally as election trends show that it won't be able to form government on its own.

Article 370 is Jammu-Kashmir's strength, says Mehbooba

Article 370 is Jammu-Kashmir's strength, says Mehbooba

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

At the same time, the chief minister added, "We have decided to review the policy to remove any misconceptions in this regard."

Anti-drone system to be deployed along Pakistan border: Amit Shah

Anti-drone system to be deployed along Pakistan border: Amit Shah

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

He said in the last five years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, the role of zonal councils has changed from advisory nature to action platforms.

Civilian killed in anti-terror operations in Jammu-Kashmir

Civilian killed in anti-terror operations in Jammu-Kashmir

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

The security forces including army launched a counter-insurgency operation in Chancer area of Kulgam district on Friday night, following information about presence of ultras in the area, police officials said.

JK police reopens 1989 Justice Ganjoo murder case

JK police reopens 1989 Justice Ganjoo murder case

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

The spokesperson said the identity of all such persons shall be kept secret and protected, besides all useful and relevant information shall be suitably rewarded.

Grand PDP-NC-Congress alliance in Jammu & Kashmir?

Grand PDP-NC-Congress alliance in Jammu & Kashmir?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

As suspense over government formation in Jammu and Kashmir continued, Peoples Democratic Party on Monday said the idea of a grand alliance with the National Conference and Congress was an option for forming a stable government in the state.

Top JeM terrorist killed in encounter in Jammu-Kashmir

Top JeM terrorist killed in encounter in Jammu-Kashmir

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Tantray was out on a parole since 2015. He was the mastermind of a suicide attack at Srinagar airport earlier this year.

Unlike other UTs, Jammu & Kashmir to get funds from Centre's divisible pool

Unlike other UTs, Jammu & Kashmir to get funds from Centre's divisible pool

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Sources in the Fifteenth Finance Commission said that they will implement the provisions after the bill is enacted and the President makes a reference to it.

Seasoned politician Satya Pal Malik sworn in as Jammu-Kashmir governor

Seasoned politician Satya Pal Malik sworn in as Jammu-Kashmir governor

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

With his swearing-in, the five-decade-long practice of retired bureaucrats being appointed to the post has ended.

2 top Hizb militants killed in Jammu-Kashmir encounter

2 top Hizb militants killed in Jammu-Kashmir encounter

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Security forces recovered two weapons from the dead terrorists.

Not willing to become Jammu-Kashmir CM, says Mehbooba

Not willing to become Jammu-Kashmir CM, says Mehbooba

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

She said and reasoned that the PDP-Bharatiya Janata Party alliance in the state needed a leader of the stature of Sayeed to run it.

Yasin Malik's wife included in Pak caretaker cabinet

Yasin Malik's wife included in Pak caretaker cabinet

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has included Mishaal Hussain Malik, wife of jailed terrorist and Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Yasin Malik, in his cabinet.

3 witnesses fail to appear before TADA court in cases involving Yasin Malik

3 witnesses fail to appear before TADA court in cases involving Yasin Malik

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

In the case of the killing of the IAF personnel in a terror attack in Srinagar in 1990, the court had summoned two witnesses for identification, but they could not appear citing medical reasons, Bhat said, adding that both of them had to come from outside.

Sehwag fails again, but Delhi beat Jammu & Kashmir

Sehwag fails again, but Delhi beat Jammu & Kashmir

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

Delhi registered their third successive victory in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, beating Jammu and Kashmir by 17 runs, despite another failure by Virender Sehwag. With 12 points from three matches, Delhi are through to the knock-out round of the competition that will be held in Ranchi.

Day after Jamaat-e-Islami bar, govt bans 2 more J-K groups for 5 yrs

Day after Jamaat-e-Islami bar, govt bans 2 more J-K groups for 5 yrs

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

The Union home ministry said the Muslim Conference Jammu and Kashmir - Sumji faction, chaired by Ghulam Nabi Sumji, is known for its anti-India and pro-Pakistan propaganda and its members have been involved in supporting terrorist activities and providing logistical support to terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir.

Efforts on to form NC-PDP-Cong alliance govt in Jammu-Kashmir

Efforts on to form NC-PDP-Cong alliance govt in Jammu-Kashmir

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

The PDP has 28 MLAs, followed by NC's 15 and the Congress's 12. The three parties together will have majority in the 87-member House. The Bharatiya Janata Party is the second largest party in the state with 25 members.

Special incentives for Jammu & Kashmir poll duty

Special incentives for Jammu & Kashmir poll duty

Rediff.com2 Nov 2008

The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced special incentives for its employees doing poll duties for the assembly polls being held from November 17.

Ugly scenes in Jammu & Kashmir assembly as lawmakers scuffle

Ugly scenes in Jammu & Kashmir assembly as lawmakers scuffle

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

The Opposition National Conference and Congress lawmakers on Friday disrupted proceedings in both houses of the Jammu and Kashmir legislature, accusing the government of misleading people on the issue of transfer of power projects to the state, and created ruckus in the assembly as Speaker directed marshalling out of some members.

Death sentence for J-K, defeat for idea of India: Mehbooba

Death sentence for J-K, defeat for idea of India: Mehbooba

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

The former chief minister urged the people of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh not to be disheartened or lose hope over the apex court's decision.

Ghulam Nabi Azad wins RS polls in Jammu-Kashmir

Ghulam Nabi Azad wins RS polls in Jammu-Kashmir

Rediff.com7 Feb 2015

Besides Azad, two PDP and one BJP candidate won.

Fresh snowfall shuts highway, disrupts traffic in Jammu & Kashmir

Fresh snowfall shuts highway, disrupts traffic in Jammu & Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Snowfall brought cheer to many Kashmiris.

Army convoy attacked in Jammu & Kashmir's Kupwara; 3 soldiers injured

Army convoy attacked in Jammu & Kashmir's Kupwara; 3 soldiers injured

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

The Army and police immediately launched a search operation in the area to nab the militants.

J-K cops deny security lapse at Bharat Jodo Yatra

J-K cops deny security lapse at Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Taking to Twitter, the Jammu and Kashmir Police said, 'JKP was not consulted before taking any decision on discontinuation of Yatra after conducting 1 km yatra by organizers. The rest of yatra continued #peacefully. There was no security lapse at all. We will provide foolproof security (sic).'

Ranji Trophy: Jammu & Kashmir upset Mumbai for historic win

Ranji Trophy: Jammu & Kashmir upset Mumbai for historic win

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Jammu & Kashmir scripted history by beating the 40-time champions Mumbai in their first meeting in 80 years of the Ranji Trophy tournament at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.

Jammu & Kashmir HC stays single bench order on state flag

Jammu & Kashmir HC stays single bench order on state flag

Rediff.com1 Jan 2016

A division bench of J&K HC stayed a single bench order directing the govt to hoist the state flag on official buildings along with the National Flag.

India's pride: A stunning cable-stayed bridge in Jammu & Kashmir

India's pride: A stunning cable-stayed bridge in Jammu & Kashmir

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Strategically important and first of the kind in North India and Jammu and Kashmir, the 592-meter long Basohli Bridge over River Ravi will be fourth of its kind in the country

No PM can revoke Jammu Kashmir's special status: Omar

No PM can revoke Jammu Kashmir's special status: Omar

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said no prime minister can revoke Article 370 of the Constitution granting special status to the state "without calling into question" its accession to India.