JAMMU — Hit by several deadly militant attacks in the past three years, the border districts of Rajouri and Poonch along with adjoining Reasi in Jammu will vote in the second phase of the assembly election on Wednesday. Adequate security arrangements have been put in place across all 11 assembly segments in the three hill […]
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PDP writes to ECI, alleges money being given to lure voters in ongoing elections
SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Tuesday alleged that their opposition and the region’s oldest party, JKNC is trying to manipulate elections by misusing the power of its elected members to ‘intimidate voters. This, the PDP said is a violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The application, printed on […]
Second phase of assembly polls: Security stepped up at polling booths
SRINAGAR — More than 13,000 polling staff on Tuesday took positions at 3,500 polling stations set up across 26 assembly constituencies of Jammu and Kashmir, where voting will be held Wednesday in the second phase polls in the union territory. The security forces personnel comprising police, armed police and central armed paramilitary forces left for […]
Omar Abdullah, Ravinder Raina, Tariq Karra among 239 candidates in fray in 2nd phase of J&K polls
SRINAGAR — Over 2.5 million voters will decide the fate of 239 candidates in the fray for 26 Jammu and Kashmir assembly seats in the second phase of the election to be held in the Union territory on Wednesday. These assembly constituencies are spread over six districts – three in the Valley and as many […]
Assembly polls: Second phase to decide fate of 239 candidates, including Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR — From regional parties’ pledges to release jailed youth to the BJP’s opposition to restoration of special status, the second phase of campaigning for 26 Assembly seats in six districts in Jammu and Kashmir came to an end on Monday. The polling will be held on Wednesday (September 25). Over 25.78 lakh voters will […]
Waheed Para claims political dynamics shifting in favour of PDP, demands release of political prisoners
BUDGAM — People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Waheed ur Rehman Para, along with Haji Ghulam Ahmad Khan, the party’s candidate, held a roadshow through several villages in the Beerwah Assembly Constituency on Monday. Accompanied by supporters and party workers, Khan and Para received a warm welcome from the locals. Addressing the media persons during the […]
“Attempts being made to divide our voice and votes”, says Omar Abdullah
GANDERBAL — National Conference leader Omar Abdullah alleged on Monday that attempts were being made to “divide our voice” and “votes.” He appealed to the electorate to vote for the National Conference ahead of the second phase of polling scheduled for September 23. “I am seeking one more opportunity to serve you. There are many […]
Regional parties misleading people of J&K with false promises: Ghulam Nabi Azad
SRINAGAR — Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) chairman Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday slammed regional parties in Jammu and Kashmir for “misleading” people with false promises and agendas. During roadshows in Ganderbal and Hazratbal, Azad said these parties have repeatedly “exploited” the sentiments of the masses without offering any real solutions to the issues faced […]
CEO suspends 21 govt employees, disengages 5 adhoc, casual labourers
SRINAGAR — The Chief Electoral Officer has initiated action against 21 government employees, adhoc and casual labourers after they were found to have taken part in election campaigning with a view to ensure transparency in ongoing Assembly Elections in Jammu and Kashmir. “Acting swiftly on detailed ground inquiry reports, 21 employees found involved in political […]
Will continue to knock Supreme Court’s door for restoration of Article 370 in J&K: Farooq Abdullah
JAMMU – National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday said they will continue to knock at the Supreme Court’s door for the restoration of Article 370 as “it is linked with the honour of the people” of Jammu and Kashmir. The former chief minister said the “frequent” terror attacks, especially in the peaceful Jammu region, […]








