PDP chief in fray, Azad's flip flop, Paharis, delimitation — why Anantnag-Rajouri is a must-watch seat
Though battle is between NC & PDP on paper, results cannot be taken for granted as there are players like DPAP, Apni Party. Constituency is geographically & ethnically diverse. Key Points
ThePrintSheeshnag to Banihal—young Kashmiris are making trekking locations popular on YouTube
In ‘Travels in Paradise on Earth’, Romesh Bhattacharji writes about a region he’s been exploring since the 1960s. With hand-drawn maps, he illustrates the beauty of the nooks and crannies of Kashmir. Key Points
ThePrintJammu and Kashmir Assembly polls after Lok Sabha Elections — EC explains why
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar said the the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir will be held once Lok Sabha Elections 2024 are over. “We will have security forces available by then...,” he said. Key Points
mintIndian govt bans JKLF (Yasin Malik faction), JK Peoples Freedom League
The Indian government has banned Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front, Peoples Freedom League, and four Peoples League factions for promoting terror and secessionism. Home Minister Amit Shah warned of legal consequences for those challenging national security. The government remains committed to combating terrorism in the region. Key Points
Economic TimesHoping for business as usual: A period of relative peace has given new hopes to Kashmir’s business landsca
Amjad Shah, proprietor of cotton processing unit in Tral, Pulwama district, frequently visits Inox Cinema Complex in Srinagar with his family. The Valley has become peaceful, witnessing a boom in sectors like tourism and construction since the scrapping of Article 370. The Valley's traders are happy now. Tourism in J&K has shown resilience. The Gulmarg hotel project is being revived. Key Points
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Here to win hearts: Modi on first Valley trip in 5 years
PM Modi, in his first visit to Kashmir post-Article 370 abrogation, promises a "viksit Jammu & Kashmir" for a "viksit Bharat." He emphasizes progress and development in the region. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesThakur slams INDIA bloc in Varanasi
“Earlier, nepotism and corruption were prevalent in Jammu and Kashmir. Ever since prime minister Narendra Modi abrogated Section 370 and 35A from Jammu and Kashmir, incidents of terrorism, separatism, and stone pelting have stopped there. Today, tourism has gained wings and the industry has gained momentum in the state,” he said. Key Points
Hindustan TimesPM Modi in Srinagar today, first Kashmir visit since abrogation of Article 370
PM Modi to unveil ₹6,400 crore projects in Kashmir, address public meeting. BJP hopes for boost in Muslim-majority region; Oppn seeks statehood & elections. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesOmar Abdullah tweets pics capturing the heavenly beauty of snow-covered Kashmir
Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah shared multiple pictures of snow-covered Kashmir on X. The photos will make you say ‘wow’. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesParliament passes three bills on Jammu and Kashmir
Parliament passed a bill to include two groups, namely Gadda Brahmin, and Koli, in the list of Scheduled Tribes in Jammu and Kashmir. The approval was granted to the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024, extending recognition to these communities as Scheduled Tribes. The Upper House also cleared The Jammu and Kashmir Local Bodies Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 and the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Castes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024 by voice vote. Key Points
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Lok Sabha passes Bill to give quota to OBCs in J&K local bodies
The Lok Sabha passed the Jammu and Kashmir Local Bodies Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, providing OBC reservation in local bodies. Union Minister Nityanand Rai highlighted development in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370. The bill aims to bring consistency in local body laws by providing OBC reservation in panchayats and municipalities. Key Points
Economic TimesCasteism in Kashmir was swept under the rug. SC decision on Article 370 will help address it
As a Pasmanda Muslim, I endorse the abrogation of Article 370. It paves the way for implementing comprehensive public welfare & caste-based policies in the region. Key Points
ThePrintNC chief Farooq Abdullah says 'let J&K go to hell' after SC's verdict on Article 370, BJP hits back
'Let Jammu and Kashmir go to hell... They betrayed people. They want to win people's hearts. How'd you win that if you'd do such things to push people farther away?' said Abdullah Key Points
Firstpost'Defeat for people of Jammu and Kashmir': Omar Abdullah on Article 370 verdict
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said that the Supreme Court's ruling on Article 370 signifies a "setback for the people of Jammu and Kashmir." He emphasised that while it is indeed a defeat, the ongoing struggle persists. Key Points
India TodayParliament passes J-K Reservation, J-K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bills
The Parliament passed the Jammu-Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill and Jammu-Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2023, following the Supreme Court's upholding of Article 370. The Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act of 2004 allows reservation in jobs and professional institutions for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other backward classes. The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, reorganizes the state into Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Key Points
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PM says Supreme Court 'fortified essence of unity', welcomes Article 370 verdict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict that upheld the Centre's decision to scrap special status (Article 370) to Jammu and Kashmir. He said the verdict was a resounding declaration of hope, progress and unity for the people in Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. Key Points
India TodaySupreme Court set to deliver landmark decision on Article 370 abrogation today
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association contended that while acceding to India, the Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir retained sovereignty over the territory but not the sovereign power to rule and govern the state. The association stated that except for defense, external affairs, and communication, all powers were retained by the state to make laws and govern. Key Points
Economic Times'PoK is ours, 24 seats reserved': Home Minister Amit Shah tells Lok Sabha
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that the Delimitation Commission has reserved 24 seats for Pakistan occupied Kashmir. His comments came during a debate on the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023 and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023. Key Points
Business TodayHad Nehru taken the right steps, PoK would have been part of India; it was a historic blunder: Amit Shah
The Lok Sabha discussed two bills related to Jammu and Kashmir, with Union Minister of Home Affairs stating that Pakistan occupied Kashmir belongs to India. The bills aim to give justice to those deprived of their rights for the last 70 years and give them a voice in the legislature. The BJP leader debated that tackling terrorism without considering vote-bank politics would have prevented Kashmiri Pandits from leaving the Valley. Key Points
Economic Times'All 50 American States have own flags': Shashi Tharoor replies to Amit Shah's 'two flags, constitutions in J&K' remark
The BJP has for long maintained that the 'two flags and two Constitutions' situation in Jammu and Kashmir was not acceptable to it. In August 2019, the Centre abrogated Article 370 under which special status was accorded to Jammu and Kashmir. Key Points
Business Today
'Naya Kashmir' Bills will give justice to those deprived of rights for last 70 years, says Amit Shah
'The Bills I have brought here pertain to bringing justice to and providing rights to those against whom injustice was done, who were insulted and ignored. In any society, those who are deprived should be brought forward. That is the basic sense of the Constitution of India,' said Shah Key Points
FirstpostPoliceman gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla, 3rd targeted terrorist attack in three days
A policeman was shot dead by terrorists outside his house in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir. This is the third such attack in as many days in the region. Key Points
mintJammu and Kashmir: Police head constable shot dead by terrorists in Baramulla
On Tuesday, a policeman named Head Constable Ghulam Mohammad Dar was shot dead by terrorists outside his residence in the Kralpora area of Pattan in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir. He was taken to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Key Points
Economic TimesMigrant labourer from UP shot dead 'by terrorists' in Pulwama, 2nd such attack in J&K in 24 hours
Two migrant labourers were shot at in Anantnag district in July. The same month, three migrant labourers were shot at in Shopian district of south Kashmir. Key Points
ThePrint'Pakistan not legitimate party to J&K dispute': POK activist in British Parliament
Professor Sajjad Raja, an activist from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) said in the British Parliament that Pakistan is not a legitimate party to the Kashmir dispute. Other speakers highlighted the plight of Kashmiri Pandits and the gains after revocation of Article 370. Key Points
India Today
5 terrorists killed in foiled infiltration bid in J&K Kupwara district
The incident occurred in the Machhil sector of Kupwara district. Vijay Kumar, Additional DGP of Kashmir, said that out of the 5 terrorists killed, 3 or more could be associated with Let. Key Points
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