The first batch of Haj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir will leave from here directly to the holy city of Medina in Saudi Arabia from August 17, officials said on Wednesday. The […]
Year: 2015
Buddha Amarnath Yatra to commence from today in Poonch hills
The annual pilgrimage to holy shrine of Buddha Amarnath in Mandi hills of the border district of Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir will commence from August 17 […]
PDP colluding with BJP to weaken Article 370, 35A: NC
The Opposition National Conference today accused ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of colluding with BJP to “weaken” Article 370 and 35A. “In this unholy pursuit, […]
Kashmir observes complete shutdown
Complete shutdown was observed across Kashmir on August 15 with roads wearing a deserted look and all commercial established closed. The strike was called by […]
Protect JK’s special status: Mufti cautions New Delhi
Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed on Saturday asked New Delhi to protect the special status granted to Jammu and Kashmir in the Constitution of India. […]
Why Kashmir’s Lal Chowk is an eyewitness to wretched political history since 1947
The Ghanta Ghar located in the city centre is also a witness to a lot of bloodshed and violence for the past 26 years. Many […]
Article 35A is beyond challenge
Article 371A of the Constitution of India clearly says: “ Notwithstanding anything in this Constitution, – ( a) no Act of Parliament in respect of […]
3 Boys Slapped with PSA; Half a Dozen Detained in Last Fortnight : Shopian
In South Kashmir’s Shopian, which is on edge at the moment, three boys were slapped with controversial public safety act (PSA) in one last fortnight. […]
Critical Care ambulances remain elusive in accident prone Kashmir
As the state is witnessing an increase in the number of accidents, violent incidents and medical emergencies, the absence of Critical Care Ambulances is proving […]
Govt to Send ‘Power Thieves’ to Jail
In a move that could trigger a public outcry, the PDP-BJP government in Jammu and Kashmir is filing cases with police against consumers resorting to […]