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Srinagar, Sep 13 :<\/strong> PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi missed an opportunity at the BRICS summit to reiterate India's historic role as a champion of global human rights.<\/p>

\"The way our prime minister, as the chair of BRICS and as a host, should have spoken, the intensity with which he should have spoken, I feel he shied away. He chose his words very very cautiously,\" she told reporters here.<\/p>

India, she noted, is recognised throughout the world for championing human rights, for humanity and democracy.<\/p>

\"It (India) has always taken pride in having an independent foreign policy, non-alignment, since Jawaharlal Nehru's time. However, we didn't say anything from our side about Gaza where 20,000-22,000 innocent children were martyred. After that the leadership in Iran was martyred, some 150 school girls were killed inside a school. There was no word from our side,\" the former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir said.<\/p>

Mehbooba said India lagged in taking the lead the BRICS summit. \"We got the chair but our mouth was shut.\"<\/p>

India has had an independent foreign policy and New Delhi has never been a \"sidekick\" even to a superpower like America, she said.<\/p>

\"Unfortunately, for the last many years our foreign policy is completely changing, we are being selective in condemning terrorist attacks,\" she said.<\/p>

Mehbooba welcomed the Delhi Declaration of the BRICS summit in which the Pahalgam attack was condemned and a strong statement was made on the happenings in West Asia.<\/p>

\"The BRICS was such a platform where our country, our prime minister should have spoken forcefully about it, rather he should have initiated the declaration, he should have been on the forefront. Somewhere we have lacked, somewhere we are compromising many of our values, our country's principles,\" she said.<\/p>

The PDP president said while the world is loving towards a multi-polar world order, New Delhi is still stuck in the superpower syndrome.<\/p>

\"The world is moving towards multi-superpowers now, China is there, Russia is there and America is going down as a superpower. We have seen what happened to them in Iran, they are trying to save their skin like anything,\" she said.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/9519f160-f2f3-492c-8586-ede96367e047.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-13T08:14:57.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"\u2018We Got the Chair, But Our Mouth Was Shut\u2019: Mehbooba Criticises PM Modi\u2019s BRICS Remarks","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":256,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-13T08:14:57.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-13T08:14:57.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2844,"title":"Srinagar Police Reshuffle: 15 Officers Transferred, Several Get New SHO Posts","slug":"srinagar-police-reshuffle-15-officers-transferred-several-get-new-sho-posts","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, September 13:<\/strong> In a major administrative reshuffle, the Srinagar District Police Headquarters has transferred 15 police officers, including Inspectors and Police Sub-Inspectors, with immediate effect, officials said on Sunday.<\/p>

The transfers were ordered \u201cin the interest of administration\u201d under Order No. 1178 of 2026, dated September 12. Several officers have been assigned as Station House Officers (SHOs) at different police stations across the district.<\/p>

According to the order, Inspector Gowhar Hussain<\/strong> has been posted as SHO of Police Station Harwan, while Inspector Athar Parvaiz<\/strong> will take charge as SHO of Police Station Parimpora.<\/p>

Inspector Gowhar Ali Ganai<\/strong> has been posted as SHO of Police Station M.R. Gunj, while Inspector Bilal Ahmad Khanday<\/strong> will serve as SHO of Police Station Batmaloo.<\/p>

The order further stated that Inspector Rabinder Singh<\/strong> has been posted as SHO of Police Station Rainawari and Inspector Mushtaq Ahmad<\/strong> as SHO of Police Station Shaheed Gunj.<\/p>

Inspector Tanveer Ahmad Dar<\/strong> has been posted as SHO of Police Station Nigeen, while PSI Suhail Anees Khan<\/strong> has been assigned as SHO of Police Station Ahmad Nagar.<\/p>

Meanwhile, Inspector Naseer Ahmad Malik<\/strong> has been posted as SHO of Police Station Sangam.<\/p>

Several officers have been transferred to the District Police Lines (DPL), Srinagar<\/strong>, including Inspectors Taseer Hamid, Sabzar Ahmad, Wasim Jehangir, Showkat Hussain and PSI Zaheer Nissar Naseer.<\/p>

Inspector Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir<\/strong> has been posted as In-Charge of the District Special Branch (DSB), Srinagar.<\/p>

The order also directed three Probationary Deputy Superintendents of Police (DySPs) from the 2024 batch, who were serving as independent SHOs at Police Stations Shaheed Gunj, Rainawari and Ahmad Nagar, to report to DPL Srinagar to complete the remaining components of their prescribed practical training programme.<\/p>

All transferred officers have been relieved to join their new places of posting with effect from September 13, 2026<\/strong>, the order stated.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/bb7b6fb4-e883-43da-ae76-2d43b8558717.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-13T07:36:53.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Srinagar Police Reshuffle: 15 Officers Transferred, Several Get New SHO Posts","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":426,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-13T07:36:53.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-13T07:36:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2838,"title":"CIK Conducts Searches at Multiple Locations in Shopian, Kulgam","slug":"cik-conducts-searches-at-multiple-locations-in-shopian-kulgam","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, September 13:<\/strong> The Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Sunday carried out search operations at multiple residential locations in Shopian and Kulgam districts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.<\/p>

According to sources, a CIK team conducted a search at a residential house in the Naidgam area of Shopian as part of an ongoing investigation.<\/p>

Another search was carried out at a residential premises in the Ladgoo Rambhama area of Kulgam district, sources said.<\/p>

The operations were reportedly conducted in the presence of an Executive Magistrate and are believed to be linked to an investigation into alleged subversive activities.<\/p>

Officials have not provided further details about the case or disclosed whether anything was recovered during the searches.<\/p>

Further details are awaited.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/065356d8-f753-4afb-9a8e-4ac16cdf8473.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-13T05:53:31.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"CIK Conducts Searches at Multiple Locations in Shopian, Kulgam","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":246,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":1,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-13T05:53:31.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-13T05:53:31.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2834,"title":"Parking Projects Worth \u20b949.34 Cr Approved For Jammu","slug":"parking-projects-worth-rs4934-cr-approved-for-jammu","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 13:<\/strong> The Jammu and Kashmir Government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has accorded administrative approval to two major parking infrastructure projects in Jammu at a combined estimated cost of \u20b949.34 crore.<\/p>

The approved projects include a Parking-cum-Commercial Complex at Parade<\/strong> and a Multilevel Car Parking facility at SMGS Hospital, Jammu<\/strong>.<\/p>

The projects are aimed at addressing growing parking pressure and easing traffic congestion in some of the city's busiest areas. The proposed facilities will provide organised and modern parking infrastructure while promoting better utilisation of available urban space.<\/p>

The Government said the projects are part of efforts to strengthen planned urban infrastructure and improve traffic management in Jammu.<\/p>

Once completed, the facilities are expected to provide greater convenience to commuters, visitors and residents, particularly in areas witnessing heavy vehicular movement and limited parking availability.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/e14ae4e5-f49e-4966-b641-4241bc50487d.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":1,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-13T03:59:00.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Parking Projects Worth \u20b949.34 Cr Approved For Jammu","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":1291,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":1,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-13T03:59:35.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-13T04:11:22.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2831,"title":"NIA Conducts Searches At 10 Locations In J&K In LeT-Linked Terror Conspiracy Case","slug":"nia-conducts-searches-at-10-locations-in-jk-in-let-linked-terror-conspiracy-case","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 12:<\/strong> The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted searches at 10 locations across Jammu and Kashmir as part of its probe into a cross-border terror conspiracy involving Pakistan-based handlers of the proscribed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and their alleged local Over Ground Worker (OGW) network.<\/p>

The searches were carried out in Kupwara, Kulgam, Bandipora, Baramulla and Sopore to gather further evidence and ascertain the roles of individuals allegedly providing logistical and other support to infiltrated terrorists, the NIA said in a statement.<\/p>

During the searches, investigators seized and secured incriminating material, which is being examined and corroborated with other evidence collected during the probe.<\/p>

The case originated with the arrest of an alleged LeT-linked OGW at a naka point on the night of March 31, 2026. A hand grenade and live ammunition were recovered from his possession, the agency said.<\/p>

Further investigation led to the arrest of Pakistani nationals allegedly linked to the conspiracy and helped identify members of the local support network and their suspected roles.<\/p>

According to the NIA, the probe has revealed links between Pakistan-based LeT handlers and local associates allegedly involved in communication, movement and concealment of infiltrated terrorists, as well as providing shelter, conducting reconnaissance and facilitating logistics.<\/p>

The agency is also examining the financial trail, communication channels, movement of the accused and the source and supply chain of arms and explosives to establish the complete network.<\/p>

The searches are part of the NIA's ongoing investigation into the larger conspiracy and support mechanism allegedly facilitating cross-border terrorism. The agency said efforts were continuing to identify all those involved and establish their respective roles.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/181aaf5c-4020-406e-86d1-9c43f0e008f1.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-12T10:39:55.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"NIA Conducts Searches At 10 Locations In J&K In LeT-Linked Terror Conspiracy Case","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":281,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-12T10:39:55.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-12T10:39:55.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2830,"title":"NHM Strike Enters Fourth Day In J&K As Health Minister Urges Employees To Resume Work","slug":"nhm-strike-enters-fourth-day-in-jk-as-health-minister-urges-employees-to-resume-work","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 12:<\/strong> The strike by National Health Mission (NHM) employees across Jammu and Kashmir entered its fourth day on Saturday, affecting healthcare services as the employees extended their agitation by another 72 hours till Monday.<\/p>

The employees, protesting under the banner of the UT-level Coordination Committee of the J&K National Health Mission Employees Association (JKNHMEA), said they would continue the strike until the Government provides a written assurance on their long-pending demands.<\/p>

Their demands include salary revision, social security and retirement benefits, and a golden handshake, among others.<\/p>

The employees said the Government had sought two months during their earlier strike in April to prepare a roadmap for addressing their issues, but alleged that no concrete progress had been made.<\/p>

Meanwhile, Health Minister Sakina Itoo appealed to the protesting employees to return to work, saying NHM personnel perform sensitive duties and their strike affects healthcare services.<\/p>

Itoo said the Government was examining issues related to leave salary and pension benefits and that a proposal concerning NHM employees had already been sent to the Centre. She added that she had raised their concerns with the Union Health Ministry and would send a reminder.<\/p>

The minister also criticised BJP leaders over the delay in resolving the employees' demands, saying issues requiring approval from the Centre fall under the responsibility of the BJP-led Government in Delhi.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/6f53b95d-a3ff-432d-8398-a9b4262b7694.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":1,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-12T10:29:45.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"NHM Strike Enters Fourth Day In J&K As Health Minister Urges Employees To Resume Work","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":323,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-12T10:29:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-12T10:29:45.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2813,"title":"Kashmiri Pandit Employees Under PM Package Write To Shah Over Security Concerns","slug":"kashmiri-pandit-employees-under-pm-package-write-to-shah-over-security-concerns","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 12:<\/strong> Kashmiri Pandit employees working in the Kashmir Valley under the Prime Minister\u2019s rehabilitation package on Friday urged the Centre to take immediate measures to address their security concerns, warning that the prevailing atmosphere of fear could lead to another cycle of displacement.<\/p>

In a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, All PM Package Employees Forum president Sunny Raina highlighted what he described as \u201cserious security concerns\u201d and a growing sense of fear and uncertainty among Kashmiri Hindu employees and their families living and working in the Valley.<\/p>

The appeal comes amid a series of security threats reported by Kashmiri Pandits who returned to the Valley as government employees under the Prime Minister\u2019s package.<\/p>

Raina said the community had been making a \u201csincere but extremely difficult effort\u201d to resettle in Kashmir, but incidents of targeted killings of civilians and Kashmiri Hindus since 2021 had created a deep sense of fear among families.<\/p>

\u201cEvery such incident revives the painful memories of the 1990s and raises a genuine concern that Kashmiri Hindus may once again be forced into displacement from their homeland,\u201d the letter said.<\/p>

The employees said that although the situation may appear normal on the surface, a sense of uneasiness and tension continues to prevail at the grassroots level.<\/p>

\u201cMany families remain deeply concerned about their safety and the future of their children,\u201d Raina said.<\/p>

He also expressed concern that the process of complete social rehabilitation and acceptance of Kashmiri Hindus had not progressed as expected.<\/p>

\u201cWe are trying to rebuild our lives here, but the atmosphere of uncertainty makes this process extremely difficult,\u201d he said.<\/p>

The employees expressed particular concern over what they described as a recent increase in threatening letters and intimidation, saying such developments should not be viewed in isolation.<\/p>

They recalled that threatening letters and notices during the 1990s had contributed to a climate of fear among Kashmiri Hindu families before their mass displacement.<\/p>

The employees urged Shah to treat the recent threats and communications targeting Kashmiri Hindus and PM Package employees with utmost seriousness and order a thorough investigation.<\/p>

They also sought strict legal action against those responsible for issuing threats, intimidation or inciting violence.<\/p>

Among their demands were strengthened intelligence gathering and preventive security measures for PM Package employees, their families and residential colonies, besides a comprehensive security review of employee accommodations and settlements.<\/p>

The employees further urged the Union Home Ministry to ensure that they were not forced to choose between their livelihood and personal safety.<\/p>

They sought an effective mechanism through which PM Package employees could immediately report threats and receive timely protection, along with close monitoring of emerging patterns of targeted intimidation.<\/p>

The employees emphasised that their appeal was aimed at enabling them to remain in the Valley rather than leave it.<\/p>

\u201cWe have spent the last 15 years trying to rebuild what was destroyed decades ago. We do not want another displacement. We want to stay in Kashmir, work here and live here with dignity and security,\u201d they said.<\/p>

The forum said the Government of India had repeatedly demonstrated its commitment towards the rehabilitation and security of Kashmiri Hindus and urged the Centre to take \u201cimmediate, visible and concrete action\u201d before the prevailing atmosphere of fear develops into another humanitarian crisis.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/681b2e78-8084-4a49-9ad9-d964b531de25.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-12T04:19:08.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":true,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Kashmiri Pandit Employees Under PM Package Write To Shah Over Security Concerns","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":354,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":3,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-12T04:19:08.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-12T04:19:08.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2812,"title":"NIA Conducts Raids At Multiple Locations In Kashmir In Terror Case","slug":"nia-conducts-raids-at-multiple-locations-in-kashmir-in-terror-case","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 12:<\/strong> The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted searches at multiple locations across Kashmir as part of its ongoing probe into a terror-related case, officials said.<\/p>

The searches were carried out at several residential premises in Kulgam and Bandipora districts, besides the Sopore area of Baramulla district, they said.<\/p>

According to officials, NIA teams searched the premises in connection with case RC-02\/2026\/NIA\/JMU<\/strong>, which is currently under investigation.<\/p>

Further details regarding the searches and the findings of the operation were awaited.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/b600aacb-e524-459f-949e-be86237e9fc2.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":1,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-12T04:13:00.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"NIA Conducts Raids At Multiple Locations In Kashmir In Terror Case","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":240,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":1,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-12T04:13:27.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-12T04:14:53.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2801,"title":"Dy CM Surinder Choudhary inaugurates Kashmir Expo 2026 at Zabarwan Park","slug":"dy-cm-surinder-choudhary-inaugurates-kashmir-expo-2026-at-zabarwan-park","excerpt":null,"content":"


<\/p>

\tSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 11: Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) under the aegis of the Department of Industries & Commerce, organized three day Kashmir Expo, 2026 being held from 11th to 13th September 2026 under the theme \u201cCelebration of Craft, Culture & Cuisine \u2013 Showcasing Rich Kashmir\u2019s Heritage by Empowering Golden Hands & Talent.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\tThe expo was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary today at Zabarwan Park, Boulevard Road here.<\/span><\/p>

\tThe Expo is being attended by the artisans, craftsmen, weavers, entrepreneurs, businesses and other stakeholders. The event will provide a platform to showcase the distinctive products, craftsmanship and cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.<\/span><\/p>

\tSpeaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said that Kashmir Expo 2026 is an important initiative to provide greater visibility and market access to the region\u2019s artisans, entrepreneurs and local enterprises. \u201cKashmir Expo 2026 celebrates the exceptional craftsmanship, cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit of Jammu and Kashmir. The Expo is aimed at connecting our local talent and products with wider markets while creating meaningful opportunities for artisans, entrepreneurs and businesses to grow and thrive,\u201d he added.<\/span><\/p>

\tSurinder Choudhary said that the event features a diverse showcase of handicrafts, handloom products, traditional crafts, local produce, cuisine and contemporary products, highlighting the creativity and enterprise of the region. He said the Expo also provides an avenue for the participating businesses and artisans to gain wider market exposure, interact with visitors and explore new business and market opportunities.<\/span><\/p>

\tPertinently, JKTPO has been working towards promoting trade, commerce, investment and exports from Jammu & Kashmir by facilitating market linkages and providing platforms for local enterprises to connect with the buyers and business stakeholders. The Organization also serves as the nodal agency for ODOP promotion, trade fairs and exhibitions, buyer-seller meets, district export promotion initiatives and digital market linkages.<\/span><\/p>

\tThe Kashmir Expo 2026 is part of these continued efforts to strengthen the market access, promote local products, empower artisans and entrepreneurs and showcase the rich economic and cultural potential of Jammu & Kashmir.<\/span><\/p>

\tThe Expo will continue till 13th September 2026 at Zabarwan Park, Boulevard Road, Srinagar, and is open to visitors, offering an opportunity to experience the region\u2019s distinctive craft, culture and cuisine under one platform.<\/span><\/p>


<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/215782ed-ec88-4215-9831-cefdf917657c.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T12:55:25.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Dy CM Surinder Choudhary inaugurates Kashmir Expo 2026 at Zabarwan Park","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":241,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T12:55:25.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T12:55:25.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2799,"title":"ACB books Budgam Patwari for accepting bribe","slug":"acb-books-budgam-patwari-for-accepting-bribe","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 11:<\/strong> The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday caught a Patwari red-handed while allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe from a complainant for issuing a Fard (revenue extract) in Budgam district.<\/p>

The accused has been identified as Bashir Ahmad Dar, Patwari Halqa Gund Ali Nayak, Waterrehal, Tehsil Khansahab, Budgam.<\/p>

According to the ACB, it received a written complaint alleging that the Patwari had demanded illegal gratification for issuing the revenue document.<\/p>

The complainant had submitted an online application for the Fard on July 21, 2026, on behalf of his elderly grandfather. He later approached the Patwari to enquire about the status of the application.<\/p>

The official allegedly cited technical issues with the Revenue Department's online portal and subsequently delayed the matter on various pretexts.<\/p>

The Patwari allegedly initially demanded Rs 12,000, which was later negotiated and settled at Rs 10,000, the ACB said.<\/p>

Following the complaint, the allegations were verified and found prima facie substantiated. The bureau subsequently registered an FIR under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, at Police Station ACB Srinagar and launched an investigation.<\/p>

A trap team was constituted, following which the accused public servant was allegedly caught red-handed while demanding and accepting Rs 10,000 from the complainant.<\/p>

The bribe money was recovered from his possession in the presence of independent witnesses, and the accused was taken into custody in accordance with law.<\/p>

Further investigation into the case is underway, the ACB said.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/19df75a2-7a62-48d9-ac75-8329832590b2.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T12:10:40.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"ACB books Budgam Patwari for accepting bribe","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":1118,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T12:10:40.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T12:10:40.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2798,"title":"Army's Northern Command ensuring security in JK, shaping future of youth: GOC-in-C","slug":"armys-northern-command-ensuring-security-in-jk-shaping-future-of-youth-goc-in-c","excerpt":null,"content":"

 <\/p>

Pahalgam (JK), Sep 11: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Friday said the formations of Northern Command have ensured security in Jammu and Kashmir, working to provide opportunities for growth and shaping the future of the Valley's youth.<\/p>

Addressing an event at the Army Goodwill School (AGS) in Pahalgam, in south Kashmir's Anantnag district, Lt Gen Sharma, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) Northern Command, reaffirmed the Army's dual role of security and community empowerment.<\/p>

\"As we march towards 'Viksit Bharat', Northern Command will continue to remain committed to nation-building while ensuring peace and tranquillity in the region. That is our commitment to the people of J-K. Your peace is our purpose, your aspirations are our missions, and your success is our pride,\" he said.<\/p>

The Army Commander asserted that the security apparatus and the local population share an inseparable bond which is vital for realising the country's broader development goals.<\/p>

\"For over three decades, the formations of Northern Command have not only ensured a stable security environment in J&K, but also concurrently remained connected with the people and awaam to build trust and work tirelessly towards providing opportunity for growth, shaping the future of our youth, and showing them the right path to achieve glory for our nation,\" he added.<\/p>

Lt Gen Sharma said that with a focus on the future generation, the Army's singular priority is to provide the children access to high-quality, technologically-oriented, and New Education Policy-aligned education.<\/p>

\"I am extremely proud of the achievements of our students due to the guidance of their parents and quality education by our efficient teachers. Our children in Army Goodwill Schools have interned with ISRO at Dehradun; more than 1,000 projects were submitted at Innofest 2025; AGS Hanzik secured third position; and AGS Wuzur, sixth position nationally at the Young Scientists India 2025,\" he said.<\/p>

The Army Commander said AGS students are participating in ISRO YUVIKA, Young Creators League, Spell, Math and Science Wizards, and sporting competitions as well.<\/p>

\"AGS Bandipora and AGS Wuzur have won the Arise School Excellence Award. And most recently, AGS Wuzur has earned a place among the global top 10 schools in the innovation category,\" he added.<\/p>

Appreciating the efforts of Bharti Airtel Foundation, Lt Gen Sharma said that over the past decade, the partnership has been characterised by professionalism, passion, and genuine commitment to inclusive education at the grassroots level.<\/p>

\"Northern Command deeply values this partnership. And as we look into the future, I am confident that together, we can fulfil the dreams of our children in J&K,\" he said.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/4fe23b46-2e7d-4a22-9343-c161198ebb00.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T12:06:50.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Army's Northern Command ensuring security in JK, shaping future of youth: GOC-in-C","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":214,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":3,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T12:06:50.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T12:06:50.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2795,"title":"NC\u2019s history a saga of political suppression, not victimhood: Altaf Thakur","slug":"ncs-history-a-saga-of-political-suppression-not-victimhood-altaf-thakur","excerpt":"Abdullah\u2019s politics weakened genuine voices, pushed dissenting voices to the margins, resorted to loot, torture of innocents\r\n\r\nHalqa-e-Khawateen was used to intimidate political opponents during NC\u2019s early years","content":"

Srinagar, Sept 11<\/strong>: Senior BJP leader and BJP J&K spokesman Altaf Thakur on Friday launched a blistering attack on the National Conference (NC), accusing the party of selectively interpreting Kashmir\u2019s political history while ignoring what he described as its own record of political suppression.<\/p>

Reacting to recent remarks by NC chief spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq, Thakur said the party could not claim a monopoly over Kashmir\u2019s history or present itself only as a victim of political developments.<\/p>

\u201cNC\u2019s history is not a story of victimhood alone. It also has chapters of political suppression, intolerance towards dissent and the marginalisation of rival voices. Those chapters cannot be erased for political convenience,\u201d Thakur said.<\/p>

Thakur said the political narrative being advanced by the NC needed to be examined against historical records and contemporary accounts.<\/p>

Referring to Walter Lawrence\u2019s The Valley of Kashmir, Thakur pointed to observations on the material conditions of Kashmiri villagers. He said Lawrence had written that, in some respects, the Kashmiri was better off than his counterparts in other parts of India, referring to the availability of grazing for sheep and cattle, fuel for winter, warm clothing and manure for cultivation.<\/p>

\u201cHistory cannot be reduced to slogans. If the NC wants to invoke history, it must also be prepared to accept the historical record in its entirety,\u201d Thakur said.<\/p>

He said the transformation from the Muslim Conference to the National Conference under Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah was a crucial turning point in Kashmir\u2019s political history.<\/p>

\u201cPeople must ask why the Muslim Conference was transformed into the National Conference and how the political space for those who disagreed with Sheikh Abdullah subsequently shrank,\u201d he said.<\/p>

Thakur also referred to Mirwaiz Yousuf Shah, saying his exile was an important episode involving a prominent political and religious voice outside Sheikh Abdullah\u2019s camp.<\/p>

\u201cThe political history of Kashmir cannot be understood by discussing Sheikh Abdullah alone. Mirwaiz Yousuf Shah and other competing political voices are equally part of that history,\u201d he said.<\/p>

Taking aim at the Halqa-e-Khawateen, Thakur said the organisation, which functioned as the women\u2019s wing associated with Sheikh Abdullah\u2019s National Conference, went beyond conventional political mobilisation during the turbulent years of the late 1940s and early 1950s.<\/p>

He said sections of the organisation were used to intimidate and publicly humiliate political opponents and people suspected of supporting rival political groups.<\/p>

\u201cPolitical mobilisation is one thing, but intimidation of opponents is another. The history of the Halqa-e-Khawateen and the treatment of political dissenters deserve an honest examination,\u201d Thakur said.<\/p>

He said opponents were subjected to public humiliation and intimidation, while women and families associated with rival political camps were also targeted.<\/p>

Thakur said such episodes could not be brushed aside simply because they involved a political organisation that later became one of the dominant forces in J&K politics.<\/p>

\u201cThe same party that lectures everyone today about democracy must answer questions about how dissent was treated when it was itself at the height of its political power,\u201d he said.<\/p>

The BJP spokesman accused the NC leadership of trying to create a selective version of Kashmir\u2019s past in which its own political contribution was highlighted while the experiences of its opponents were ignored.<\/p>

\u201cTanvir Sadiq and his political masters cannot pick convenient pages from history and discard the rest. Kashmir has a long and complicated political history, and every voice\u2014whether belonging to the NC, Muslim Conference, Mirwaiz camp or any other political stream\u2014deserves to be placed before the people,\u201d Thakur said.<\/p>

He said the younger generation should be encouraged to study original historical records instead of relying on politically curated narratives.<\/p>

\u201cTruth does not fear scrutiny. If the NC is confident about its historical legacy, let it open every chapter for debate. Kashmiris are mature enough to distinguish between history and political propaganda,\u201d Thakur said.<\/p>

He said the BJP would continue to challenge what he called the NC\u2019s \u201cselective history\u201d and place before the people records and accounts that, according to him, provide a broader picture of Kashmir\u2019s political evolution.<\/p>

\u201cThose who built their politics around a particular version of history cannot now demand that uncomfortable chapters be forgotten. Kashmir\u2019s history belongs to its people, not to any political family,\u201d Thakur said.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/235c5e74-b4f4-4fa2-bb28-9a31e2bfe92e.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T11:25:14.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"NC\u2019s history a saga of political suppression, not victimhood: Altaf Thakur","seo_description":"Abdullah\u2019s politics weakened genuine voices, pushed dissenting voices to the margins, resorted to loot, torture of innocents\r\n\r\nHalqa-e-Khawateen was used to in...","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":249,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":4,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T11:25:14.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T11:25:14.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2791,"title":"Govt Considering Phased Regularisation Of Daily Wagers, Workers: DyCM","slug":"govt-considering-phased-regularisation-of-daily-wagers-workers-dycm","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 11:<\/strong> The Jammu and Kashmir Government is considering a phased approach to regularising daily wagers and workers engaged across various departments, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary said on Friday.<\/p>

Speaking on the sidelines of Kashmir Expo 2026, Choudhary said the demands of daily wagers were genuine and legitimate, but appealed to them to remain patient and ensure that the issue was not politicised.<\/p>

He said regularisation of daily wagers was a commitment made by the National Conference in its election manifesto, while Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had also assured the Legislative Assembly that the matter would be addressed.<\/p>

\"Daily wagers are engaged across departments. They have the right to be regularised and deserve equal rights,\" Choudhary said.<\/p>

The Deputy Chief Minister said a committee headed by the Chief Secretary was examining the issue and that the Government was working towards a phased solution for regularisation.<\/p>

He also appealed to the workers not to go on strike, describing them as an important part of the Government machinery and assuring them that their genuine demands would be addressed.<\/p>

On Kashmir Expo 2026, Choudhary appreciated the efforts of artisans, officers and various departments in preserving Jammu and Kashmir's traditional heritage and promoting handmade products.<\/p>

He urged people to purchase traditional products, particularly Kashmiri shawls, saying they were no less valuable than branded goods and that supporting local artisans would encourage them to preserve the region's rich heritage.<\/p>

On Vande Mataram, Choudhary said the song had a historic association with India's freedom struggle and described it as the song of martyrs and freedom fighters.<\/p>

He said people had the right to raise legitimate demands, referring to the ongoing demands in Ladakh, and reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir too was seeking restoration of statehood.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/a5614cd5-002a-4db9-bec6-781222d42ecb.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T10:52:19.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Govt Considering Phased Regularisation Of Daily Wagers, Workers: DyCM","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":251,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T10:52:19.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T10:52:19.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2788,"title":"Former IAS Officer Syed Asgar Ali Returns To PDP After Political Switches","slug":"former-ias-officer-syed-asgar-ali-returns-to-pdp-after-political-switches","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 11:<\/strong> Former IAS officer and former MLC from Kishtwar, Syed Asgar Ali, has rejoined the People's Democratic Party (PDP), returning to the party after a series of political switches over the past few years.<\/p>

Ali joined the PDP along with Apni Party Provincial Secretary Jammu Diljit Singh and Apni Party Women's Wing General Secretary Sheetal Sharma in the presence of PDP president and former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti.<\/p>

After retiring from the civil services, Ali had joined the PDP but later left the party. He joined the National Conference in 2019 and subsequently moved to the Apni Party.<\/p>

Mehbooba welcomed Ali and the other new entrants into the PDP and recalled her long association with the former MLC. She expressed confidence that their joining would strengthen the party's organisation and grassroots presence across Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>

Mehbooba said the PDP remained the only credible political alternative for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, describing the party's emergence as one of the major achievements of the political vision of late Mufti Mohammad Sayeed.<\/p>

She said the PDP was founded on the principles of peace, reconciliation, dignity and democratic empowerment and would continue to work for the political and socio-economic aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>

The PDP president also expressed hope that the experience and public outreach of the new entrants would contribute to strengthening the party at the grassroots level and expanding its organisational base across the region.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/a4e94e0f-885e-420a-b6f3-b20900b24928.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T10:31:50.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Former IAS Officer Syed Asgar Ali Returns To PDP After Political Switches","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":269,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T10:31:50.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T10:31:50.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2787,"title":"Kulgam Police Arrest Absconder Evading Arrest For Five Years","slug":"kulgam-police-arrest-absconder-evading-arrest-for-five-years","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sep 11:<\/strong> Police in Jammu and Kashmir\u2019s Kulgam district on Friday arrested an absconder who had been evading arrest for the past five years, officials said.<\/p>

The accused, identified as Mohammad Ishaq Sheikh of Okey, Kulgam, was wanted in connection with Case FIR No. 152\/2021 registered under Sections 8\/15 and 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Kulgam.<\/p>

Police said the accused was apprehended following specific information received by the authorities.<\/p>

\"Acting on specific information, a police team from Police Station Kulgam, after strenuous efforts, apprehended the absconder at Kulgam,\" police said.<\/p>

After completion of legal formalities, Sheikh was produced before the Sessions Court, Kulgam, which remanded him to Central Jail Kot Balwal, Jammu.<\/p>

Police said efforts would continue to apprehend absconders and offenders and ensure that no one evades the law.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/0e904ff1-d04b-4cb6-96b5-63f0cf344d71.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T09:51:15.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Kulgam Police Arrest Absconder Evading Arrest For Five Years","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":249,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":1,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T09:51:15.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T09:51:15.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2777,"title":"\u2018Don\u2019t Force Us To Stop Water Supply\u2019: Casual Workers\u2019 Forum Warns J&K Govt","slug":"dont-force-us-to-stop-water-supply-casual-workers-forum-warns-jk-govt","excerpt":null,"content":"

SRINAGAR, Sept 11:<\/strong> The Jammu and Kashmir Casual\/Daily Wagers Forum (JKCDF) on Friday held a peaceful protest at Sher-i-Kashmir Park in Srinagar, urging the Government to address the long-pending demands and grievances of casual and daily-wage workers.<\/p>

The protest was led by J&K Casual\/Daily Wagers Forum president Sajad Ahmed Parray, who said the demonstration was aimed at drawing the Government\u2019s attention to the workers\u2019 concerns through peaceful and democratic means.<\/p>

\u201cThis is a peaceful protest. We want to remind the Government not to force us to take the call of stopping the water supply,\u201d Parray said.<\/p>

He said the workers were being pushed towards taking a stronger course of action and appealed to the Government to intervene and resolve their pending issues.<\/p>

\u201cWe are employees and our duty is to serve the people. We appeal to the Government not to force us to give a call for stopping the water supply. If that happens, not even a single drop of water will flow here,\u201d he warned.<\/p>

Parray said the forum would continue to highlight the issues of casual and daily-wage workers through peaceful and democratic means.<\/p>

He urged the Government to take the workers\u2019 grievances seriously and initiate concrete measures to resolve their long-pending demands.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/d2095ec4-2d61-49c0-bd52-63bb59658549.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-11T07:35:37.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"\u2018Don\u2019t Force Us To Stop Water Supply\u2019: Casual Workers\u2019 Forum Warns J&K Govt","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":216,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-11T07:35:37.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-11T07:35:37.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2741,"title":"PM-SETU to turn J&K ITIs into industry-ready skill hubs: CS Dulloo","slug":"pm-setu-to-turn-jk-itis-into-industry-ready-skill-hubs-cs-dulloo","excerpt":null,"content":"

SRINAGAR, Sept 10:<\/strong> Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Thursday chaired the first UT-level Steering Committee meeting to review the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, stressing the need to align skill training with industry requirements and emerging job opportunities.<\/p>

Dulloo described PM-SETU as an important initiative to strengthen skill education in the Union Territory and said the upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) should go beyond infrastructure development.<\/p>

He stressed that the focus should be on creating an industry-aligned ecosystem that equips youth with skills leading to quality and well-paid employment.<\/p>

The Chief Secretary also emphasised that industry partners involved in the initiative should contribute not only financially but also provide technology, domain expertise, modern training methods, industrial exposure and credible employment opportunities for trained youth.<\/p>

He called for closer coordination among the Government, industry and training institutions in designing courses and training programmes based on actual market demand.<\/p>

Secretary, Skill Development Department, Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, made a detailed presentation on the institutional architecture, funding pattern, upgradation plan and implementation roadmap of the scheme in J&K.<\/p>

The Committee was informed that PM-SETU envisages an indicative investment of around Rs 482 crore over five years in J&K, with Rs 241 crore allocated for each hub-and-spoke cluster. Under the scheme, 10 Government ITIs will be upgraded into modern, industry-oriented skill institutions.<\/p>

The ITIs will be organised into two hub-and-spoke clusters, with one Hub ITI in each administrative division serving as a central technology and resource centre for four Spoke ITIs.<\/p>

The upgraded institutions will offer advanced technologies, modern training infrastructure, incubation facilities and capacity-building support for trainers. The scheme aims to achieve an institutional placement rate of 75 per cent.<\/p>

A key feature of PM-SETU is its industry-led implementation framework. Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) will facilitate industry participation in institutional governance, course selection, technology adoption, training and placements, ensuring that courses remain demand-driven and aligned with changing market requirements.<\/p>

Priority sectors include advanced and smart manufacturing, heavy engineering and automotive, electricals, electronics and telecom, process industries and food processing, textiles, garments, construction and building interiors, besides other emerging sectors with strong employment potential.<\/p>

The financial structure provides for 74.7 per cent contribution from the Centre, 8.3 per cent from the UT Government and 17 per cent from Anchor Industry Partners.<\/p>

Dulloo said the success of PM-SETU would ultimately be measured by its ability to create a steady pool of industry-ready skilled manpower and connect J&K youth with better employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/ed87a494-44fb-4b92-bd64-5b310a3cdfca.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-10T10:01:31.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"PM-SETU to turn J&K ITIs into industry-ready skill hubs: CS Dulloo","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":249,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":3,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-10T10:01:31.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-10T10:01:31.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2739,"title":"Srinagar Police attach drug-linked properties worth Rs 6.22 crore in six NDPS cases","slug":"srinagar-police-attach-drug-linked-properties-worth-rs-622-crore-in-six-ndps-cases","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sept 10:<\/strong> Srinagar Police on Thursday said it has attached and frozen properties worth Rs 6.22 crore in six separate NDPS cases as part of its continuing crackdown on drug trafficking and the financial networks of narcotics offenders.<\/p>

A police spokesperson said the attached assets include residential houses and land allegedly acquired from the proceeds of drug trafficking.<\/p>

In one case, police attached a double-storeyed residential house and a piece of land at Danihama, Hazratbal, valued at around Rs 1.10 crore and belonging to Mubashir Ashiq Teeli. During the investigation, the property was allegedly found to be linked to proceeds generated through drug trafficking.<\/p>

In another action, a residential house and land worth approximately Rs 1.14 crore at Mulphaq Abu Baker Colony, Hazratbal, belonging to Zubair Ahmad Rather, were attached.<\/p>

Police also froze a single-storeyed residential house and 11.5 marlas of land at Dilawar Colony, Mujgund, valued at around Rs 1 crore and belonging to Mohammad Altaf Dar. The assets were allegedly acquired from the proceeds of illicit narcotics trafficking.<\/p>

In another major action, a double-storeyed residential house and around 10 marlas of land worth Rs 2.2 crore at Baghaat Shoora, belonging to accused Owais Ahmad Mir, were attached.<\/p>

Similar action was also taken in Lal Bazar and Shalteng, where properties worth over Rs 35 lakh each were attached. The Lal Bazar property belongs to Waseem Ahmad Langoo, while the Shalteng property belongs to Riyaz Ahmad Bhat.<\/p>

Police said the attachment orders prohibit the owners from selling, leasing, transferring, altering or creating any third-party interest in the properties.<\/p>

The action, police said, is part of its sustained drive to dismantle the financial infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking and take stringent action against those involved in the illegal drug trade.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/8e42fb1e-4608-445c-b941-4db784dbd5b1.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-10T09:50:40.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Srinagar Police attach drug-linked properties worth Rs 6.22 crore in six NDPS cases","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":261,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-10T09:50:40.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-10T09:50:40.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2704,"title":"J-K HC Quashes Discharge, Says Secessionist Slogans With Separatist Leader Invoke UAPA","slug":"j-k-hc-quashes-discharge-says-secessionist-slogans-with-separatist-leader-invoke-uapa","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sept 9 <\/strong>: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has set aside the discharge of an accused in a UAPA case stating that secessionist sloganeering in a mob in the presence of the head of a banned separatist organisation prima facie falls under the definition of unlawful activity.<\/p>

A division bench headed by acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Kumar set aside the discharge of Mohammad Yousuf Lone in a 2013 UAPA case by the Additional District and Sessions Judge (Designated Special Court under NIA Act) Kupwara.<\/p>

\"The sloganeering for secession, raised by an accused leading a mob in the company of the head of a proscribed separatist organisation, coupled with incitement of the public and violence against security forces, is capable, on a prima facie appreciation, of falling squarely within this definition,\" the bench observed in its order.<\/p>

According to the case, a mob headed by Mohammad Yousuf Lone and Late Syed Ali Shah Geelani, chairman of the banned Hurriyat Conference, came out of Jamia Masjid in Kupwara on November 8, 2013, raised anti-national slogans against the Government of India, and pelted stones at police and security forces.<\/p>

The separatist leaders also allegedly instigated the general public against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Union of India, according to the chargesheet.<\/p>

\"The trial court has recorded, in a single sentence in paragraph 6 of the order impugned, that the facts 'do not fulfil the ingredients of Sections 2(o) of ULA(P) Act' without setting out the reasoning by which the specific statements or conduct attributed to the respondent in the chargesheet were tested against the statutory definition. This amounts to a bare conclusion rather than a reasoned finding,\" the high court said.<\/p>

It said the material with chargesheet -- including the recorded slogans, the leadership role attributed to the respondent, and the resultant violence -- discloses a strong suspicion sufficient to put the respondent on trial, leaving the question of whether the charges are ultimately proved to be examined at trial and not foreclosed at the threshold.<\/p>

\"It is trite that an order of discharge must reflect application of judicial mind to the material on record, and that the findings at the charge stage, though summary, cannot be conclusory. However, it is abundantly clear from perusal of the order impugned that the same does not indicate that the specific contents of the chargesheet, the statements of the witnesses to the procession, the site plan, and the material, alleged to link the respondent to the incitement and the resultant violence, were tested against the ingredients of Section 13 read with Section 2(o) of the UAPA before the conclusion of non-applicability was recorded. On this ground, the order impugned is unsustainable and calls for interference,\" it added.<\/p>

The court said it is neither making any definitive finding on the guilt or innocence of the respondent, nor expressing any opinion on the ultimate merits of the case.<\/p>

\"However, when specific material is brought on record that, on the face of it, discloses the commission of an offence and the complicity of the respondent, the trial court cannot act as a mute spectator and shut the doors of trial without assigning valid legal reasons,\" it added.<\/p>

Allowing the criminal appeal filed by the state, the high court directed that the chargesheet be restored and the trial court proceed with the framing of charge against the respondent afresh after considering the material placed on record by the appellant.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/41325a8c-246e-4d0b-bd5e-07d0f1448873.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-09T10:27:57.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"J-K HC Quashes Discharge, Says Secessionist Slogans With Separatist Leader Invoke UAPA","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":282,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":3,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-09T10:27:57.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-09T10:27:57.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}},{"id":2700,"title":"Akbar Khan Urges Filmmakers To Promote Love, Harmony Through Cinema","slug":"akbar-khan-urges-filmmakers-to-promote-love-harmony-through-cinema","excerpt":null,"content":"

Srinagar, Sept 9:<\/strong> Veteran filmmaker and actor Akbar Khan on Wednesday called for greater responsibility in filmmaking, urging the industry to use cinema to promote love, harmony and mutual understanding instead of hatred and division.<\/p>

Speaking on the sidelines of the International Film Festival Jammu & Kashmir in Srinagar, Khan praised Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the organisers for the festival's opening and said cinema had the power to build bridges between nations and civilisations.<\/p>

\"Cinema is the most powerful medium that makes bridges between nations and civilisations,\" Khan said, stressing that films could take stories and cultures across borders and foster greater understanding.<\/p>

He said film festivals should provide platforms where films are evaluated on cinematic merit without prejudice or ideological considerations.<\/p>

Khan expressed concern over films and historical projects that, he said, distort history or promote hatred between religious communities. While acknowledging filmmakers' right to express their ideas, he urged them not to misuse cinema to create social divisions.<\/p>

\"We have to spread love through cinema. We have to give entertainment through cinema \u2014 meaningful entertainment,\" he said.<\/p>

Khan also called for discouraging films that promote hatred or serve as propaganda, saying cinema should contribute to harmony and nation-building.<\/p>

He expressed confidence that the Srinagar film festival would grow into a major international cinematic event, with Kashmir's scenic beauty and cultural heritage attracting filmmakers from across the world.<\/p>

Referring to his own historical projects, including The Sword of Tipu Sultan<\/em> and Akbar the Great<\/em>, Khan said they were intended to promote communal harmony and nation-building.<\/p>

He also expressed his desire to bring Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story<\/em> to Kashmir for its premiere, describing the Taj Mahal as a universal symbol of love.<\/p>","featured_image":"posts\/4116d7ac-956c-402a-8f71-8f273a56c9ab.webp","gallery":null,"video_url":null,"video_file":null,"video_thumbnail":null,"category_id":14,"subcategory_id":null,"author_id":1,"editor_id":null,"status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-09T09:39:07.000000Z","scheduled_at":null,"is_featured":false,"is_trending":true,"is_breaking":true,"is_editor_pick":false,"is_top_story":true,"seo_title":"Akbar Khan Urges Filmmakers To Promote Love, Harmony Through Cinema","seo_description":"","seo_keywords":null,"og_image":null,"schema":null,"views":233,"likes":0,"shares":0,"reading_time":2,"allow_comments":true,"is_ai_generated":false,"ai_source_url":null,"ai_source_handle":null,"ai_source_image":null,"created_at":"2026-09-09T09:39:07.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-09T09:39:07.000000Z","deleted_at":null,"category":{"id":14,"parent_id":null,"name":"Kashmir","slug":"kashmir","icon":null,"image":"categories\/be8acf5a-4eb6-4d67-af10-8b6c3a903aeb.webp","description":null,"seo_title":null,"seo_description":null,"seo_keywords":null,"status":"active","sort_order":0,"show_in_navbar":false,"show_in_sidebar":false,"show_on_homepage":false,"is_featured":false,"created_at":"2026-07-01T04:18:33.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-30T09:56:54.000000Z","deleted_at":null},"author":{"id":1,"name":"Super Admin","username":"superadmin","email":"admin@earthnewsbharat.com","email_verified_at":null,"phone":null,"avatar":null,"bio":null,"social_links":null,"locale":"en","timezone":"Asia\/Kolkata","status":"active","last_login_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","last_login_ip":"122.161.242.141","two_factor_enabled":false,"created_at":"2026-06-28T06:58:01.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-27T04:04:51.000000Z","deleted_at":null}}],"meta":{"current_page":8,"last_page":26,"per_page":20,"total":510}}