SRINAGAR — The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday criticised reports that train passengers travelling to and from Kashmir are required to mandatorily deboard at Katra due to security concerns, calling the move a needless inconvenience to the people. The party described the decision as an unnecessary burden on the people of the valley and […]
KATHUA — National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the administration, alleging that Jammu and Kashmir’s electricity has been diverted to Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, leaving the people of the Union Territory to suffer. Abdullah reiterated the demand for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s […]
JAMMU — National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Thursday said his party does not intend to “fight” New Delhi to collaborate with the central government to address the pressing issues of Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing concerns about the unity within the INDIA bloc, Abdullah said the alliance is not just about contesting elections, but it […]
JAMMU — Asserting that there was no time limit attached to the INDIA bloc, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday expressed dismay over the lack of clarity regarding its leadership and agenda, saying the alliance should be wound up if it was meant only for the parliamentary elections. Abdullah said the Aam […]
JAMMU — The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) leadership on Tuesday called upon party workers to intensify preparations for the upcoming panchayat and urban local body (ULB) elections in the Union Territory. JKPCC working presidents Tara Chand and Raman Bhalla reiterated their party’s unwavering commitment to grassroots democracy and development. “Workers and leaders […]
SRINAGAR — Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday criticised the National Conference government in Jammu and Kashmir over the reservation issue, saying it has resorted to policies that “divide and alienate” the youth. Addressing PDP workers on the occasion of the 9th death anniversary of party founder and former chief minister Mufti […]
ANANTNAG (KIMS) — National Conference (NC) leader Imran Amin Shah today lauded Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his commitment to overseeing Kashmir’s situation during Chilai Kalan, the harshest winter period. Shah appreciated Abdullah’s availability in the Valley and his active role in monitoring the administration’s response to the challenges posed by heavy snowfall over the […]
SRINAGAR [Farhan Kitab] (KIMS) — In a passionate display of solidarity and strength, Mahila Congress District President Kupwara Sheikh Tahira Bashir has condemned BJP leader Ramesh Biduri for his derogatory remarks about Smt Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Ji. Sheikh Tahira emphasized the importance of respect and dignity in political discourse and called for strict action against […]
JAMMU — National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday said BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri’s remarks on Delhi Chief Minister Atishi and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were “inappropriate” and “unfortunate” and reflected his “narow mindset”. Ramesh Bidhuri, BJP’s candidate from the Kalkaji seat in the upcoming Delhi Assembly polls, sparked a controversy on Sunday when […]
SRINAGAR — A war of words broke out between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his party’s Lok Sabha member Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Thursday over the latter participating in an anti-reservation protest outside the former’s residence here last month. At a media interaction here, Abdullah said he expects Mehdi to hold a […]