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Jammu and Kashmir: 3 terrorists killed in two separate encounters in Kupwara
Three terrorists were killed in separate encounters in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district. The operations were carried out by the Indian Army and J&K Police after receiving intelligence about infiltration bids. The incidents occurred on the night of August 28-29 in the Karnah and Kumkadi sectors. Further search operations are ongoing. This is the sixth such operation in Kupwara this year.
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.
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.
Jammu and Kashmir elections: CM to have no power, I won't contest, says Mehbooba Mufti
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has declared she won't contest the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, citing the assembly's lack of power to implement significant decisions. She highlighted her previous term's achievements and questioned the value of the chief minister's role under the current Union Territory setup.
Over 300 additional paramilitary companies to be deployed for J-K Assembly polls
Over 300 additional paramilitary companies will be deployed in Jammu and Kashmir for the assembly elections starting September 18. Deputy Inspector General Shiv Kumar Sharma arrived to inspect facilities and coordinate with local forces, emphasizing cooperation and resolving security personnel's concerns.
J&K elections: PDP names 17 candidates, Peoples Conference 7
The Peoples Conference and PDP have released candidate lists for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly election. Peoples Conference named seven candidates including Nazir Ahmad Laway and Abid Ansari, while PDP announced 17 candidates including Syed Muntazir Mehdi.
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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.
BJP unveils 3rd list of 29 candidates for J&K polls
The BJP released a list of 29 candidates for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, covering the second and third phases. The party has made several changes, including replacing Rohit Dubey with former MLA Baldev Raj Sharma from the Mata Vaishno Devi seat and denying tickets to senior leaders Nirmal Singh and Sat Sharma.
279 candidates file nominations for first phase of J-K elections
A total of 279 candidates have filed their nomination papers for the first phase of Jammu and Kashmir's three-phase elections on September 18. The constituencies span across 24 assembly segments in seven districts. Anantnag district sees the highest number of nominations with 72 candidates. The scrutiny of nominations will take place on August 28, with withdrawals allowed by August 30.
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.
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.
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.
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.
800 officers trained on election expenditure monitoring in poll-bound J&K
The Jammu and Kashmir election department conducted a one-day online training session for 800 officers on election expenditure monitoring. Chief Electoral Officer Pandurang K Pole emphasized integrity and reviewed preparations for the three-phased election starting September 18. Reports on polling station readiness were ordered to ensure smooth elections.
BJP promises to safeguard reservations for backward classes in J-K
BJP leader Devender Singh Rana stated the party would protect reservations for backward classes after Article 370's abrogation, accusing the Congress-National Conference alliance of undermining these rights. He alleged they planned to rename sacred sites, pledging BJP's dedication to upholding constitutional protections for affected communities.
"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.
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.
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.
J&K assembly elections to be held in three phases from September 18, results on October 4: CEC Rajiv Kumar
Jammu and Kashmir Election Date 2024: The Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar announced that Jammu & Kashmir will hold three-phase assembly elections with counting on October 4. The Union Territory has 90 constituencies. Administrative measures, such as officer transfers and a new police intelligence chief, have been put in place for election security. These will be the first assembly elections since Article 370's abrogation.
Who is Nalin Prabhat, anti-naxal and terror specialist, sent as special officer to J&K amid rising terror attacks?
Nalin Prabhat was appointed as the Special Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police and will become the DGP upon R R Swain's retirement on September 30. Prabhat, a decorated 1992 IPS officer, has extensive experience including leading the Greyhounds anti-Naxal force in Andhra Pradesh and CRPF operations in Kashmir. His NSG tenure was recently shortened.
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.
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