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kashmir news

On Modi's birthday, Omar Abdullah wishes PM would grant J&K statehood

Omar Abdullah (in picture) said that the Centre had outlined a three-step process – delimitation, Assembly elections and the restoration of statehood.
Updated on Sept 17, 2026 08:39 pm IST

How to do Kashmir in autumn on a budget: 5 day itinerary and real local costs

Autumn Kashmir brings golden Chinar trees, crisp mountain air, beautiful valley views, memorable food and plenty of reasons to return.
Published on Sept 17, 2026 07:42 am IST

IGP reviews Central Kashmir security, calls for tighter surveillance

Kashmir inspector general of police Sujit Kumar further directed the officers to ensure that security arrangements remain dynamic and responsive to emerging threats.
Published on Sept 16, 2026 10:17 pm IST

Vedang Raina: Kashmir deserves a lot more connection to cinema

Vedang Raina
Published on Sept 15, 2026 12:45 pm IST

Hina Khan praises Qazi Touqeer in Bigg Boss 20: ‘Winning hearts as a rockstar’

Hina Khan has heaped praises on Qazi Touqeer.
Updated on Sept 14, 2026 06:12 am IST

Kashmiri Pandits employed under PM scheme write to Shah amid security threats

Following these threat letters, Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah asked the government to take the threats very seriously. (HT File)
Published on Sept 13, 2026 07:38 am IST

International festival puts Kashmir back on filmmakers’ map

A view of a floating cinema on the waters of Dal Lake, in Srinagar on Wednesday. (ANI)
Published on Sept 10, 2026 09:29 pm IST

Pakistan’s lies starting to show in PoK crackdown

The people of PoK continue to struggle for azaadi from Pakistan’s control. [Photo credit: AFP]
Published on Sept 09, 2026 11:13 am IST

JK Police identify terrorist killed in Budgam encounter as Pak local, LeT member

Yasir (in picture) was killed in an encounter with the security forces on Friday
Updated on Sept 05, 2026 02:48 pm IST

Terrorist shot dead in Budgam encounter

Security forces killed an unidentified terrorist during an encounter in the Budgam district. (HT File)
Updated on Sept 04, 2026 10:18 pm IST

Kashmir’s land being auctioned to ‘outsiders’ by J&K govt: PDP's Iltija Mufti

PDP leader Iltija Mufti alleged that prime land in Kashmir was being leased to outsiders.
Updated on Sept 04, 2026 11:44 am IST

Nearly 5 lakh pilgrims perform Amarnath Yatra despite weather vagaries

As many as 4.8 lakh people performed the annual Amarnath Yatra to the Amarnath cave shrine in Kashmir Himalayas this year as against over 4.14 lakh pilgrims last year, officials said. (ANI File)
Published on Sept 01, 2026 08:07 am IST

J&K leaders on Samay Raina row: 'Valley incomplete without Kashmiri pandits’

File photo of stand-up comedian Samay Raina
Updated on Aug 31, 2026 12:00 pm IST

‘Time to act’: After Nepal disaster, experts call for urgent safeguards against glacier risks in J&K, Ladakh

Prominent social activist and member of the Kargil Democratic Alliance, Sajjad Kargili, said the Nepal tragedy must be a wake-up call for the government. (HT File)
Published on Aug 29, 2026 07:41 pm IST

Suvendu warns JU students over Maoist, ‘azaadi’ slogans: ‘I know the disease…’

Suvendu Adhikari said his government will not allow Jadavpur University to become a ground for Maoist sympathisers and those seeking Kashmir’s independence. (PTI)
Updated on Aug 29, 2026 01:30 pm IST

1998 massacre of 23 Kashmiri Pandits to be probed again

SIA has also reopened the 1990 killing of Kashmiri Pandit writer and social worker Sarwanand Koul Premi and his 24-year-old son, Virender Koul. (AFP)
Published on Aug 25, 2026 08:50 am IST

Green voice: Budgam activist on a quest to save Kashmir’s environment

RTI activist and environmental campaigner Muzaffar Bhat has taken up issues including illegal mining, waste management and pollution in Kashmir
Updated on Aug 24, 2026 01:44 pm IST

‘On our radar’: Naravane says China India's competitor, Pak a security challenge

File photo of former army chief MM Naravane
Updated on Aug 21, 2026 11:00 pm IST

‘Matter between 2 countries’: Omar on Pakistan summoning US diplomat

Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US chargé d’affaires and lodged a “strong demarche” over remarks by Gor regarding Jammu and Kashmir during his visit to the UT. (HT File)
Published on Aug 21, 2026 08:07 am IST

India hits back at Norway FM’s Kashmir remarks during Pakistan visit

India hits back at Norway FM’s Kashmir remarks in Pakistan, reiterating its position on Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh and raising concerns over cross-border terror.
Published on Aug 15, 2026 12:13 pm IST

Only 3 of 6.5k Kashmiri migrant families returned to Valley: Parl panel

The panel led by Dr Radha Mohan Das Agrawal sought detailed information on the rehabilitation of displaced Hindu migrant populations. (In picture: Kashmiri Pandit devotees light earthen lamps during the annual Hindu festival in the Kheer Bhawani Temple)
Updated on Aug 09, 2026 09:05 pm IST

Pakistan tightens rules for foreign media as PoK protests gain attention

Over the past week, several local and international civil society organisations have called on Islamabad to end the escalating restrictions, including the crackdown on press freedom and internet blackouts in PoK.
Updated on Aug 05, 2026 01:04 pm IST

Polls in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir a complete farce, cannot hide reality: India

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal asked the world to hold Pakistan accountable.
Updated on Aug 05, 2026 12:34 pm IST

52-yr-old woman swept away after flash flood in Kupwara

Security personnel stand guard near a damaged bridge after a cloudburst triggered flash floods in the Batkoot area of Pahalgam, in Anantnag district on Monday. (PTI)
Published on Aug 04, 2026 09:36 am IST

1 dead, another injured in terror attack in J&K's Kulgam

The attack comes less than 10 days after terrorists shot dead a police officer in Anantnag town.
Updated on Aug 01, 2026 12:00 am IST

‘Disputed territory’: Pak reacts to India's ‘no Pakistani Kashmir’ remark

People chant slogans and hold placards, flags, and a banner in support of peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, during a demonstration in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Updated on Jul 31, 2026 06:12 pm IST

‘No Pakistani Kashmir’: Why Indian embassy in US fact-checked NYT headline

The New York Times had reported on violent clashes that erupted between a civil rights group and police during local elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Updated on Jul 31, 2026 04:57 pm IST

No Pakistani Kashmir, only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir: Indian Embassy in US

"Pakistan has illegally occupied parts of these territories and is now using violence against the occupied people," the embassy said.
Updated on Jul 31, 2026 06:12 pm IST

Omar slams Mehbooba over violence against Kashmiris remark, seeks apology

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah (File)
Published on Jul 29, 2026 05:12 pm IST