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Assam CMO makes contact with survivor, assures family's return on priority
Guwahati, April 23: The office of Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Wednesday made contact with a survivor from the state, stranded among other tourists in the Kashmir valley, in the wake of the Pahalgam terrorist attack and assured their family's return at the earliest.
Omar Abdullah directs administration to facilitate traffic between Srinagar, Jammu for ease of tourists
Srinagar, April 23: Amid a stir caused by the deadly terrorist attacks in Pahalgam and heightened security concerns, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday directed the state administration to ease the flow of traffic between Srinagar and Jammu for the tourists trying to leave the valley for their homes.
Want to return home soon: tourists in Pahalgam hope for speedy return
Srinagar, April 23: Following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed multiple people and injured many others, tourists are hoping to return soon to their homes.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah visits Baisaran Meadow, site of Pahalgam terror attack
Pahalgam, April 23: As the nation comes to terms with the devastating loss during the terror attack at Pahalgam on Tuesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday arrived at the Baisaran meadow, the site of the attack that claimed the lives of innocent tourists, sending shockwaves across the nation.
A conspiracy against J&K's peace and economy, says JKNC leader Sheikh Bashir Ahmad on Pahalgam terror attack
Jammu, April 23: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) leader Sheikh Bashir Ahmad issued a scathing condemnation, calling it "a big conspiracy" targeting the people and economy of Jammu and Kashmir on terrorist attack on tourists in the Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir.
We must move forward with Pakistan: Former RAW chief AS Dulat at launch of his new book
New Delhi, April 18: Former RAW Chief Amarjit Singh Dulat on Friday said that there is need to "move on" and "move forward" with Pakistan and India should hold talks with its western neighbour.
Not surprised: Mehbooba Mufti responds to ex-RAW chief's book on Farooq Abdullah's stance on Article 370
Srinagar, April 18: People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday responded to former RAW chief Amarjit Singh Dulat's recent book, 'The Chief Minister and the Spy,' which discusses Farooq Abdullah's stance on Article 370. Mufti said that she was not surprised by the revelations, emphasising that the National Conference (NC) has historically shifted its positions based on the pursuit of power.
When you have friends like this, there is no need for enemies: J-K CM Omar Abdullah on Dulat's book
Srinagar, April 17: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday criticised former RAW Chief Amarjit Singh Dulat's recent book, which has sparked controversy over its portrayal of Dr Farooq Abdullah.
'Nothing surprising': Mehbooba Mufti on Dulat's controversy
Srinagar, April 17: Former J&K Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president, Mehbooba Mufti said on Thursday that she is not surprised by the disclosure made by former R&AW Chief A. S. Dulat in his latest book about National Conference (NC) president, Farooq Abdullah “privately” supporting the abrogation of Article 370.
Farooq has always been with Delhi: Former RAW chief AS Dulat defends his book, The Chief Minister and the Spy
New Delhi, April 17: Former RAW chief AS Dulat on Thursday came out in defence of his latest book, "The Chief Minister and the Spy", amidst controversy surrounding its portrayal of Dr Farooq Abdullah.
'From backchannel deals to sham opposition': NC has perfected art of deception, says AIP
Srinagar, April 16: J&K Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) slammed the National Conference (NC) on Wednesday following revelations by former RAW Chief A.S. Dulat in his new book ‘The Chief Minister and the Spy’, asserting that from backchannel deals to sham opposition, the NC has perfected art of deception.
I have been misquoted, my book is full of praise for Farooq Abdullah, there is nothing against him: Former RAW chief AS Dulat
New Delhi, April 16: Amid a political storm in Jammu and Kashmir over some mentions concerning Farooq Abdullah in his new book 'The Chief Minister and the Spy', former RAW Chief Amarjit Singh Dulat has said that the "book is full of praise" for the former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and has "nothing against him".
Were Abdullahs on the same page with PM Modi on Article 370; ex-RAW chief says 'yes'
Srinagar, April 16: Former RAW chief, A.S. Dulat in his recent book, 'The Chief Minister and the Spy', has generated a storm in the tea cup for the ruling National Conference (NC) in Jammu and Kashmir by writing that the 'former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah was secretly on board when Article 370 was removed'.
Emraan Hashmi discusses safety and opportunities for cinema in Srinagar after Article 370
Mumbai, April 16: Actor Emraan Hashmi has shared his thoughts on the positive changes in Srinagar following the revocation of Article 370.
Hopeful that J-K will regain status of state: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, April 15: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that he is hopeful that Jammu and Kashmir will "regain" the status of a state.
'Feels like April Fool's joke': Aga Syed Ruhullah on land compensation case
Srinagar, April 13: Lok Sabha member Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Sunday denied any involvement in a land compensation case, terming it ‘April Fool’s joke’, adding that the allegations are ‘baseless and politically motivated’.
12 groups have rejected separatist Hurriyat, committed to unity of Bharat, says Amit Shah
Srinagar, April 11: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that as the spirit of unity rules Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 12 groups have rejected the separatist Hurriyat Conference and pledged loyalty to the Constitution.
Eradicate terrorism, establish lasting peace in J&K: HM Amit Shah to security forces
Srinagar, April 8: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asked security forces to completely eradicate terrorism in J&K and establish lasting peace.
Muslims in India living happily due to reforms brought by PM Modi: Pralhad Joshi
Mysuru, April 7: Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi said on Monday that Muslims in the country are living peacefully and happily due to the reforms brought in by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
As Amit Shah visits Kashmir, another separatist leader quits Hurriyat
Srinagar, April 7: On the second day of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, another separatist leader quit the Hurriyat conference, pledging his loyalty to the country's Constitution.
He conducts routine meetings: BJP's Sunil Sharma on Amit Shah's visit to J-K
Jammu, April 7: Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Jammu and Kashmir, assembly Sunil Sharma, said Sunday that Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to the Union territory is aimed at reviewing security situations and developmental projects.
He always work for peace, harmony in J-K : BJP's Ravinder Raina hails Amit Shah
Srinagar, April 7: BJP leader Ravinder Raina hailed Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday for his efforts towards peace and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir. His remarks came after Amit Shah arrived in Jammu for a two-day visit on Sunday evening.
Govt under leadership of PM Modi, HM Shah took bold steps to reclaim civilisational roots: Assam CM
Guwahati, April 3: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that the Central government under the leaderships of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah has taken a series of bold steps for reclaiming the civilisational roots of the Indian society.
Photo exhibition in Geneva showcases Jammu and Kashmir's transformation
Geneva, April 1: The Eco Fawn Society organized a unique photo exhibition at the renowned Broken Chair in Geneva, showcasing the significant advancements Jammu and Kashmir (J-K) has achieved in infrastructure, education, healthcare, employment, living standards, and management of the state budget.
Amit Shah to visit Jammu and Kashmir on April 7-8
New Delhi, March 31: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Jammu and Kashmir on April 7-8 to review the security situation and interact with security personnel, said sources on Monday.
FairPoint: Hurriyat associates turn the page in Kashmir, but wounds run deep
New Delhi, March 30: Recently, four associate outfits of the Hurriyat Conference severed their ties with separatism, pledging allegiance to the Constitution of India and vowing never to associate with groups or forums working against the country.
Amit Shah welcomes two more groups discarding separatism in J&K
Srinagar, March 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that separatism is breathing its last in J&K as two more groups announced dissociation from separatism.
J&K govt terminates four employees for links with narcotics trade
Jammu, March 26: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday terminated four of its employees from service over their involvement in the narcotics trade.
Unifying policies of Modi govt have tossed separatism out of J&K: Amit Shah
Jammu, March 25: After two constituents of the Hurriyat Conference announced the severing of its ties, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that separatism has become history in Kashmir while urging more groups to come forward.
Jammu and Kashmir’s film industry flourishes after revocation of Article 370
Jammu, March 23 : Since the revocation of Article 370 in August 2019, Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a dramatic transformation in its cinema landscape, fueled by the introduction of the Jammu and Kashmir Film Policy, particularly the 2021 version.
Omar Abdullah govt introduces its first bill in Assembly
Jammu, March 22: The Omar Abdullah government in J&K on Saturday introduced its first bill in the Assembly, seeking to amend the UT's Goods and Services Tax to align this with the Central law.
Modi govt defeated terror in J&K, brought all-round transformation: Amit Shah in RS
New Delhi, March 21: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reiterated Modi government's zero tolerance policy towards terrorism and lambasted previous dispensations for being 'soft on terror'.
Without firing single bullet, Article 370 was removed and J&K fully integrated: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the government successfully removed Article 370 -- a significant obstacle -- without firing a single bullet, ensuring the complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir with India.
Jubin Nautiyal receives a grand welcome by fans at the Dehradun Airport
Mumbai, March 13: Jubin Nautiyal was in for a surprise as he arrived at the Dun Jolly Grant Airport.
52 non-locals got domicile rights through marriage, says J&K govt
Jammu, March 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government told the Legislative Assembly on Thursday that 52 non-locals have secured domicile rights through marriage in the Budgam district.
Multiple Adjournment Motions raised in Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha for urgent discussions
New Delhi, March 10: MPs in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have raised adjournment motions on urgent issues, including internal security in Manipur and Jammu, underfunded railway projects in Tamil Nadu, stock market losses, and concerns over the delimitation exercise affecting southern states.
Farooq Abdullah confident of J-K statehood restoration, says Government bound by promise
Jammu, March 8: National Conference (NC) President Farooq Abdullah on Saturday reaffirmed his confidence that Jammu and Kashmir (J-K)'s statehood will be restored, saying that the Indian government is "bound by the promise" made in Parliament.
Who has stopped, have we ever said don't bring it back...: Omar Abdullah refers to Jaishankar's remarks on PoK
Srinagar, March 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday took potshots at the BJP members in assembly over some of the decisions of the party-led government at the Centre, saying it had divided Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories, which is not how the then Maharaja Hari Singh shaped it.
Udit Raj says Akhilesh not wrong in supporting Abu Azmi
New Delhi, March 6: Congress leader Udit Raj on Thursday claimed that Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav was not wrong in extending support to its Maharashtra MLC Abu Azmi.
No issue with this part of Kashmir, real case is PoK: J&K LoP hails EAM Jaishankar's remarks
New Delhi, March 6: The Leader Opposition (LoP) in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly and BJP MLA, Sunil Sharma on Thursday welcomed External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar's statement that the 'Kashmir issue will be solved once the stolen part under illegal Pakistani occupation is returned'.