Jammu And Kashmir

2014 vs 2024: What's behind higher voter turnout in J&K districts on the terror hit list

Kulgam, Shopian, Pulwama and Srinagar, once terror hotbeds, fared better in terms of voter turnout as compared to 2014 assembly polls.

'Pakistan shouldn’t forget': Rajnath Singh says new India can strike across border too

Rajnath Singh said peace has returned to Jammu and Kashmir since his party’s government came to power at the Centre

'Will stay alive till Modi is...': Mallikarjun Kharge falls ill during J&K rally, says 'not going to die so early'

Mallikarjun Kharge was paying tribute to a head constable who was killed in an ongoing operation with terrorists in Kathua

J&K Polls: How unemployment, political representation issues eclipse traditional leanings for Jammu's youth

Despite Jammu's significant contribution to the UT’s economy in terms of revenue and tax collection, the politics of the state always revolved around the valley with the Jammu leadership hardly ever getting any prominence.

Decision to transform J&K into UT is ‘temporary’: PM Modi

Addressing a massive election rally at M A M Stadium in the heart of Jammu a day before the conclusion of campaigning for the final phase of the assembly polls on October 1, Modi said the decision to transform Jammu and Kashmir into a Union Territory is temporary.

Jammu and Kashmir polls: NC Chief Farooq Abdullah calls for thoughtful voting, warns against "agents from Delhi"

"Think carefully," the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister said and asked voters to be aware of individuals "sent by Delhi" who may not have their best interests at heart.

Jammu and Kashmir people looking forward to a govt free of corruption, terrorism, separatism: PM Modi

At a poll rally at M A M Stadium in Jammu ahead of the last phase of the assembly elections, he referred to the 2016 surgical strikes across the border and said, "The terror mentors know that if they do anything wrong, Modi will find them even in 'Pataal' (netherworld)."

The deafening silence of Kashmiri Pandits amid poll buzz in Jammu

As the assembly polls enters the final stretch, in the Jagti township there is a sense of resignation. The Kashmiri Pandits know they don't have the numerical strength to get the attention of the major players and their votes count for little. A ground report

Srinagar sees lowest voter turnout: 4 possible factors behind disengagement

Residents of Srinagar, J&K’s summer capital, opted to maintain the status quo by staying away from the polling booths.

'Does Rahul Gandhi support NC’s demands of separate flag for J&K': CM Yogi attacks Congress in poll rally

Does Rahul Gandhi support the National Conference's demand to bring back Article 370 and 35A and push Jammu and Kashmir into an era of unrest and terrorism? Does the Congress support promoting separatism again by talking to Pakistan at the cost of the youth of Kashmir, questions Yogi.

Jammu and Kashmir Elections: 57% turnout recorded in Phase-2 polling, 20 of 26 seats see drop in tally

None of the assembly segments which recorded an increase over the 2014 turnout crossed the 38 percent mark. On the other hand, all the constituencies which saw a dip in tally still crossed 50 percent.

‘Grave injustice’: Rahul Gandhi reiterates Congress’ statehood promise to Jammu and Kashmir

Addressing a rally in Jammu, Rahul Gandhi vowed to deploy the full might of the Opposition’s INDIA bloc to ensure that statehood is returned to Jammu and Kashmir.

‘Rahul must focus on Jammu…’: Omar Abdullah’s advice to alliance partner amid J&K phase 2 polling

The National Conference and the Congress entered into a pre-poll alliance for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections

If it wins, Congress-alliance govt in J&K to focus on economic development, job creation: Rahul Gandhi

This will be achieved through steps such as export incentives, improved access to capital for MSMEs and reduced tax harassment, Gandhi said

'Voting for INDIA bloc to dismantle 'chakravyuh of injustice': Rahul Gandhi's promise to Jammu and Kashmir

Gandhi promised that each vote would help dismantle the "chakravyuh of injustice" created by the BJP and lead the region toward prosperity.

'Vote for better future': Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka Gandhi urge Jammu and Kashmir voters

Highlighting that Jammu and Kashmir is on the verge of change, Kharge appealed to the people to harness the power of democracy to secure a positive future.

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Highlights: Second phase of polling concludes with turnout of 56.05%, says CEO PK Pole

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Election 2024 Highlights: Chief Electoral Officer PK Pole reports voter turnout of 56.05% after conclusion of second phase of polling

Jammu & Kashmir polls: Stage set for 2nd phase; Omar Abdullah, Ravinder Rana among candidates in fray

Over 2.5 million voters will seal the fate of 239 candidates in the fray. Prominent candidates in the fray include NC leader Omar Abdullah, JKPCC president Tariq Hamid Karra and BJP J&K chief Ravinder Raina.

PM Modi talks big in ‘Mann Ki Baat’, forgets ‘Kaam Ki Baat’: Rahul Gandhi in Srinagar

Rahul criticised PM Modi for talking big in his “Mann Ki Baat” but forgetting the “Kaam Ki Baat.”

Poll freebies may be good politics but it is bad economics

The reckless freebie culture significantly affects taxpayers, as governments often raise taxes to fund these giveaways. States embracing this culture tend to fall into a debt trap, struggling to balance financial obligations with long-term growth needs

Jammu Kashmir Elections 2024: Phase 1 records 61.13% voter turnout, Kishtwar highest at 80.14%

The Inderwal Assembly constituency recorded a turnout of 82.16 percent, the highest in the first phase followed by Padder-Nagseni at 80.67 percent.

Jammu and Kashmir Elections: Phase 1 sees 59% voter turnout

Chief Electoral Officer PK Pole announced that this marks the highest voter turnout in the last seven Lok Sabha and assembly elections in the region.

'Thought of picking up gun in 8th standard, later realized ...': Pulwama Jamaat-backed candidate Talat Majid

Majid is an independent candidate contesting the Jammu and Kashmir elections from Pulwama. He is backed by the banned religious-political organisation Jamaat-e-Islami.