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BJP challenges J&K political families for open debate on terrorism
On Thursday, the BJP challenged the National Conference (NC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Congress to a public debate on terrorism, violence, and public security in Jammu and Kashmir. BJP J-K In-charge Tarun Chug criticized these parties for their handling of the situation in the 1990s and accused them of perpetuating violence and misleading claims about Article 370 and 35A.
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J&K assembly elections: Mehbooba Mufti not to contest
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti announced she will not contest the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, citing challenges in fulfilling her party's agenda. She pointed out her previous accomplishments as chief minister and questioned the feasibility of implementing similar measures in the current political climate.
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In J&K, 54% polling stations declared critical, bulk of them vote in phase 1
More than half of Jammu and Kashmir's polling booths have been classified as 'critical' due to high political stakes and past electoral issues. Around 1,000 companies of security forces will be deployed for the upcoming three-phase assembly elections. The first phase of voting is set for September 18.
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'Better late then never': Omar Abdullah on Jamaat Islami leaders contesting J-K polls
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah welcomed the banned Jamaat Islami leaders' participation in the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections, stating it's "better late than never." He emphasized the importance of democracy and expressed confidence in the National Conference-Congress alliance. People's Conference leader Sajad Lone also expressed satisfaction with Jamaat-affiliated individuals contesting, highlighting their past political interactions and ideological differences. The elections are set for October 4.
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J&K parties which did not join INDIA bloc might be sailing in two boats: Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir
Congress general secretary Ghulam Ahmad Mir suggested that some regional parties in Jammu and Kashmir not aligned with the INDIA bloc might be indirectly supporting the BJP. Speaking after filing his nomination for the Dooru assembly seat in Anantnag district, Mir expressed concerns that these parties could be working with the BJP for the upcoming assembly elections.
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J&K polls: 'Sab manifesto mein hai,' says Farooq Abdullah on diplomatic initiatives between India & Pakistan
On Tuesday, Farooq Abdullah, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, expressed confidence that the Congress-National Conference (NC) alliance will succeed in the upcoming assembly elections. Abdullah stated that their manifesto, which includes a commitment to resuming talks with Pakistan if elected, outlines their plans.
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Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections: National Conference, Congress agree on seat-sharing formula
The National Conference and Congress have reached a seat-sharing agreement for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly polls. Congress to contest 32 seats, National Conference 51. Five seats to be contested collaboratively, with one each allocated to CPI (M) and Panthers Party. The agreement aims for a united and structured approach.
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections: Congress announces first list of nine candidates
J&K Elections 2024: The Congress announced nine candidates for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, including Ghulam Ahmad Mir, Vikar Rasool Wani, and Sheikh Riaz. The party will contest in 32 seats as part of a seat-sharing agreement with the NC, who will contest in 51 seats. The elections will be held in three phases starting on September 18, with counting scheduled for October 4.
BJP makes rare U-turn on J&K candidate list due to protests
As the BJP navigates these coalition pressures, the challenges of maintaining internal cohesion are becoming more apparent. The party's top leadership is likely to work hard to prevent any internal conflicts that could signal weakness, especially at a time when external coalition demands are already shaping the government’s actions.
Jammu and Kashmir Elections: BJP withdraws first list of 44 candidates one hour after announcement
J&K Elections 2024: The BJP announced its first list of 44 candidates for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections but later withdrew it. The elections, scheduled in three phases starting September 18, are the first since Article 370's abrogation. The list included key candidates like Er. Syed Showkat Gayoor Andrabi and Devender Singh Rana.
J-K Elections: BJP withdraws first list of candidates, revised names to be out soon
Jammu Kashmir Elections 2024: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday withdrew its first list of 44 candidates after over an hour of making the announcement, reported Times Now. The revised list will be announced soon, as per media reports.
Seat sharing with Congress final on most seats in J&K: Omar Abdullah
The three-phase elections to the 90-member J&K assembly will be held on September 18, September 25 and October 1. The last assembly elections in J&K were held in 2014 after which BJP and PDP formed a coalition government in the erstwhile state of J&K, which fell in June 2018, when BJP withdrew support from the government.
Congress-NC alliance in J-K will collapse like house of cards, says BJP's Tarun Chugh
Tarun Chugh, BJP general secretary, forecasted the downfall of the National Conference-Congress alliance in Jammu and Kashmir due to prior electoral losses. Rahul Gandhi's recent visit focused on statehood restoration. The assembly elections will take place in three phases in September and October, with results announced on October 4.
Cong, NC stitch J&K alliance; formula to share seats soon
Congress and National Conference have formed a pre-poll alliance for the J&K assembly elections, aiming to combat divisive forces. The leaders met to discuss seat-sharing for 90 seats and emphasized restoring statehood to J&K. The alliance is open to post-poll collaborations with other parties.
"Congress workers have eroded PM Modi's confidence": Rahul Gandhi in J&K
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi addressed party workers in Srinagar, claiming that Congress has eroded PM Modi's confidence and given him psychological tension. He emphasized the party's priority to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Assembly polls in J-K are scheduled for September and October with vote counting on October 4.
Ballot is answer to forces trying to disrupt J-K Assembly elections: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar
"There are forces determined to disrupt the election process, but we are fully prepared, and the ballot is the answer to such forces," said Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar after briefing election observers for Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana.
Ram Madhav, G Kishan Reddy appointed as BJP in-charge for assembly polls in J-K
"BJP national president JP Nadda has appointed Ram Madhav, former national general secretary, and Union minister G Kishan Reddy as election in-charge for upcoming assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir," it said.
CRPF inspector killed in terror attack amid Jammu & Kashmir poll process
In Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, terrorists attacked a joint patrol party, resulting in the death of a CRPF inspector from the 187th battalion. The assault occurred in the Dudu area of Basantgarh. The terrorists fled, prompting the dispatch of reinforcements and the initiation of a search operation to locate them.
J-K polls: Article 370, J-K's statehood restoration among 12 guarantees in NC manifesto
The National Conference's manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections promises to restore Article 370, statehood, and implement the 2000 Autonomy Resolution. The BJP government had abrogated Article 370 in 2019. The assembly elections will take place in three phases starting September 18, with results announced on October 4.
Ease of voting for Kashmiri migrants to continue in J&K Assembly polls: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar stated that the simplified voting process for Kashmiri migrants, introduced during the Lok Sabha polls, would be maintained for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. This decision comes after witnessing significant voter turnout and engagement. The elections are set to occur in three phases starting September 18.
J&K parties likely to release poll manifestos next week
The representatives of the majority of the political parties across J&K stated that the demand for restoration of statehood will feature in manifestos. The regional parties like the National Conference and the People's Democratic Party will include the plans of passing a resolution against the decisions of August 5, 2019 when Article 370, granting special status to J&K was abrogated.
NC's parliamentary board to decide CM face for J&K elections: Former minister Ajay Sadotra
The Election Commission on Friday announced the assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir in three phases on September 18, 25 and October 1 and the votes will be counted on October 4.
Tensions with Pakistan persist; J&K polls announcement unlikely to have an impact
The announcement of elections in Jammu and Kashmir is unlikely to affect the strained India-Pakistan relationship, which has been tense since India's revocation of Kashmir's special status. India views the Supreme Court's support for the revocation as settling the issue of Pakistan's involvement in Kashmir's internal affairs.
On elections' waiting list: Maharashtra, Jharkhand, 50 bypolls
The Election Commission postponed the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections due to the inclusion of the Jammu and Kashmir poll and floods hindering electoral activities in Maharashtra. The new Maharashtra assembly must be established by November 2024. Ongoing security issues in J&K also influenced the decision.
Jammu and Kashmir voted for ballot over bullet in Lok Sabha elections: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar announced that elections will be held in Jammu and Kashmir for the first time since the abrogation of Section 370. The Union Territory saw a historic 51.06% voter turnout in the Lok Sabha elections, with a significant increase in voter participation from the previous election. Jammu and Kashmir has 87.09 lakh voters across 90 constituencies, with a focus on ensuring a fearless and festive election atmosphere to strengthen democracy.
J&K awaits full statehood, Centre's recent moves added to LG's powers: Cong after polls announcement
The Congress party accused the Union government of strengthening the Lieutenant Governor's authority in Jammu and Kashmir, eroding the powers of an elected state government. The Election Commission declared assembly elections will be held in three phases from September 18. Jammu and Kashmir has been awaiting full statehood since Article 370 was revoked in 2019.
EC, MHA on board for J&K elections
The Election Commission (EC) and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) have reached a consensus on holding assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir soon, despite ongoing security concerns. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar and his team met with Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla to address security implications. While past concerns led to delays, this time the MHA supports moving forward with elections. Enhanced security measures will be implemented, including increased deployment of paramilitary forces. The EC will meticulously plan the electoral process before announcing poll dates.
View: J&K elections a crucial opportunity to capture and entrench the march of the ballot
The Election Commission is preparing for early assembly elections in J&K, following a recent delimitation increase in seats for scheduled castes. Despite regional tensions, ECI is confident in ensuring a secure election, encouraged by the high voter turnout in the Lok Sabha elections. Security consultations and electoral roll updates are underway to facilitate this process.
Time ripe to hold J&K assembly polls: Chief election commissioner Rajiv Kumar
Chief election commissioner Rajiv Kumar stated that Jammu and Kashmir are ready for assembly elections. Following discussions with political parties, the Election Commission will evaluate the security situation before announcing dates. The Supreme Court has suggested elections be conducted by September 30, 2023, with updated electoral rolls to be released on August 20.
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