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    Mir Ehsan

    Mir Ehsan has reported from Kashmir for the past more than 20 years. He is an assistant editor and bureau chief of HT in Kashmir since 2018. Before that he was associated with Indian Express. He has extensively covered Kashmir politics, militancy and developmental issues. He is also a recipient of Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award in 2005.

    Articles by Mir Ehsan

    Srinagar MP Ruhullah quits National Conference, resigns from Parliament

    Mehdi said he has also sent his Lok Sabha resignation to Speaker Om Birla.
    india news
    Updated on Nov 4, 2026 00:52 IST

    No internal dissidence within NC: Kashmir provincial chief

    BJP leaders, meanwhile, have been maintaining that the Omar Abdullah government is heading towards a crisis. (HT Photo for representation)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Nov 1, 2026 02:15 IST

    We established peace, didn’t buy it: J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha

    Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha takes a pledge during the flagging off of the Run for Unity marathon to mark National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) on the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar on Saturday. (ANI Photo)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 31, 2026 11:06 IST

    Omar Abdullah's cabinet rejig spurs discontent in NC; over a dozen MLAs plan to meet Farooq

    The first cabinet expansion in two years was an attempt by CM Omar Abdullah to balance veteran experience with younger leadership.
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 31, 2026 04:56 IST

    Aga Ruhullah firm on November 3 exit from NC

    It is not clear whether Ruhullah will form his own political party or join any political party opposed to the NC. (HT File)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 30, 2026 02:10 IST

    Discontent brews in NC after Omar’s cabinet expansion

    Supporters of National Conference (NC) MLA Mubarak Gul during a protest against his exclusion from the Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, in Srinagar, Wednesday. (PTI)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 29, 2026 02:10 IST

    Cabinet expansion sparks joy, heartbreak in J&K

    (From left) Altaf Ahmad Wani, Shameema Firdous, Saifullah Mir and Ali Mohammad Sagar with CM Omar Abdullah and lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha in Srinagar on Tuesday. (HT photo)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 28, 2026 02:21 IST

    Omar Abdullah expands J&K cabinet with 4 Kashmir MLAs; Congress opts out

    Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha along with the newly inducted cabinet ministers and top administration officials on stage following the oath-taking ceremony at the Lok Bhavan Auditorium, in Srinagar on Tuesday.
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 28, 2026 04:27 IST

    J&K ministers hold meet as cabinet expansion today

    This is going to be the first cabinet expansion of the Omar Abdullah-led government.
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 27, 2026 02:21 IST

    Kashmir issue remains alive because of Pakistan, says Farooq Abdullah; sparks row

    Farooq Abdullah warned that the region’s identity could be at risk if people failed to stand firm.
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 25, 2026 04:53 IST

    Omar meets Sinha, seeks time for cabinet expansion

    Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah with lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha in Srinagar on Saturday. (@OfficeOfLGJandK X)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 25, 2026 02:19 IST

    Ladakh releases documents exchanged with Centre amid stalled negotiations

    The Leh Apex Body has released a letter informing the people of Ladakh about the meetings held between the Ladakh leadership and the high-powered committee of the MHA. (HT File)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 24, 2026 02:16 IST

    No invitation yet from MHA for fresh talks: Ladakh bodies

    The Ladakh leadership has been demanding statehood, Sixth Schedule, and a say in the appraisal of the chief secretary and other senior officers. (HT Photo for representation)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 22, 2026 02:22 IST

    Farooq cites LG’s illness for delay in cabinet expansion

    National Conference (JKNC) chief Farooq Abdullah. (PTI File)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 19, 2026 17:20 IST

    Ladakh bodies’ rejection of MHA draft within 2 hours ‘unfortunate’: Chief secretary

    The chief secretary said that a separate three-page document was also provided to them. (HT File)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 18, 2026 02:01 IST

    J&K govt orders inquiry into ‘misconduct’ by IAS officer

    National Conference chief spokesman Tanvir Sadiq said that had J&K retained full statehood, the officer would have been attached to the general administration department (GAD) pending a formal inquiry. (HT Photo for representation)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 17, 2026 02:04 IST

    Omar Abdullah slams senior IAS officer’s conduct in meeting, probe on

    A leaked video of a virtual administrative review meeting in Jammu and Kashmir has triggered outrage after senior IAS officer Kumar Rajeev Ranjan hurled abuses at a woman subordinate, Beenish Wani, and threatened to have her suspended and dismissed from service.
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 17, 2026 04:02 IST

    J&K CM slams senior IAS officer’s conduct in meeting, probe on

    Ranjan is currently posted as administrative secretary, labour and employment in J&K.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 17, 2026 01:18 IST

    Two years of Omar Abdullah govt in J&K: Big promises, limited power, growing discontent

    J&K CM Omar Abdullah (HT File)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 16, 2026 02:16 IST

    MHA, Ladakh bodies to hold fresh talks in Leh as Modi unveils ₹3,350-crore development projects today

    The PM will dedicate to the nation the 298-km-long Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road, constructed by the BRO. (@narendramodi X)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 15, 2026 02:01 IST

    Omar set to expand J&K cabinet in balancing act

    Chief minister Omar Abdullah chairing a cabinet meeting in Jammu. The present cabinet comprises six members, the chief minister and five ministers, leaving three vacancies. (File photo)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 13, 2026 09:05 IST

    Himachal’s weather-hit harvest pushes Kashmir apple prices up 35%

    Growers filling boxes with apples at a wholesale market in Srinagar on Friday. (Waseem Andrabi/HT)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 10, 2026 02:18 IST

    Omar hints at cabinet expansion, to hold consultations with NC chief

    Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addresses the media after inaugurating sports projects at Gindun Stadium, in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, Wednesday. (PTI)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 8, 2026 02:01 IST

    Kashmir’s elusive giant: Endangered Markhor population shows signs of recovery

    The Markhor, or Capra falconeri, is the world’s largest wild goat and is native to Central Asia. The flare-horned subspecies, Capra falconeri cashmiriensis, known as the Pir Panjal or Kashmir Markhor, is found only in Jammu and Kashmir in India. (HT File)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 8, 2026 02:00 IST

    J&K Oppn MLAs accuse NC leaders of fund diversion, constituency interference

    Sajad Lone of Peoples Conference (left), PDP’s Fayaz Mir
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 5, 2026 12:10 IST

    J&K’s Jal Jeevan Mission: CAG flags up to 93% shortfall in achieving target

    J&K’s Jal Jeevan Mission: CAG flags up to 93% shortfall in achieving target
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 2, 2026 02:02 IST

    Security cover row: AAP MLA Malik rides bike to J&K Assembly

    Aam Aadmi Party MLA Mehraj Malik during the last day of the autumn session of the Legislative Assembly, in Srinagar on Wednesday. (ANI)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 1, 2026 02:17 IST

    Aide of Pahalgam attack 'architect' killed in encounter in J&K Budgam

    Mohammad Asif alias Hashim Musa alias Fuji
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Oct 1, 2026 05:17 IST

    J&K assembly session: Omar’s ‘appropriate time’ jibe at BJP on panchayat polls query

    Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah during the autumn session of the UT’s Assembly, in Srinagar, Tuesday. (PTI)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Sep 30, 2026 02:21 IST

    Autumn session: Omar moves resolution in House, seeks urgent statehood for J&K

    J&K CM Omar Abdullah speaks as he introduces the resolution on Day 4 of the autumn session in Srinagar on Friday. (ANI)
    chandigarh news
    Updated on Sep 26, 2026 02:28 IST
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