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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday alleged of human rights violation in the Kashmir region while asserting that the subject of human rights was very close to her heart. (Photo: File)

'Human rights violations in Kashmir,' says Mamata on World Humanitarian Day

Banerjee had been critical of Centre's move on Jammu and Kashmir and said that 'process of scrapping' Article 370 of Constitution was wrong.

19 Aug 2019 11:17 AM

The government had imposed section 144 prohibiting an assembly of more than three persons at a particular place. (Photo: Habib Naqash)

J&K: Schools, educational institutions will reopen from August 19

Government offices and institutions were shut down as the state was under complete lockdown apprehending tensions and protests.

16 Aug 2019 2:14 PM

Kashmiris walks past paramilitary troops patrolling a street in Srinagar. (Photo: AP)

J&K govt offices to resume today, ease on restrictions to be mulled after namaaz

The governor also ordered for making arrangements to facilitate the government employees’ movement to work.

16 Aug 2019 11:48 AM

Actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth has come up with a new description of the two leaders – 'Master strategists' – meant to explain his earlier tag of 'Krishna-Arjun'. (Photo: File)

Rajinikanth's new praise for PM Modi, Amit Shah after Krishna-Arjun analogy

Earlier this week, Rajinikanth drew criticism with praising PM Modi and Union Minister Amit Shah for abrogation of Article 370.

15 Aug 2019 8:40 AM

Gandhi has put forth many conditions for the visit, including meeting mainstream leaders under detention, the governor said in a statement. (Photo: File)

No conditions for my J&K visit, please; when can I come? Rahul to Guv

Earlier, Malik had lashed out at Gandhi for putting 'pre-conditions' for a visit to Kashmir Valley.

14 Aug 2019 11:53 AM

The centre replied that it is reviewing the situation in Kashmir on a day-to-day basis. (Photo: PTI)

Kashmir is very sensitive, govt needs more time to bring normalcy: SC

Centre gives 2 weeks time to govt to bring normalcy before it will hear petitions on Article 370 abrogation.

13 Aug 2019 1:55 PM

Congress in Tamil Nadu on Monday took potshots at superstar Rajinikanth for likening Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to Lord Krishna and Arjuna and asked him to read the Mahabharat properly. (Photo: File)

Who snatched rights can be Krishna-Arjuna? Cong slams Rajinikanth for backing PM

On Sunday, the Rajinikanth had congratulated the Union Home Minister for the Centre's initiative on Kashmir.

13 Aug 2019 8:38 AM

Pandey alleged to have been stopped by police when he stepped out to buy bread around 1:30 pm. (Photo: File)

Magsaysay winner claims to have been house arrested over Article 370 dharna

The charge was denied by the Uttar Pradesh police stating that no policeman went to Pandey’s residence to prevent him from leaving his home.

12 Aug 2019 12:31 PM

The Governor prayed for peace, progress, and prosperity in the State. (Photo: ANI)

How is Kashmir gearing up for Eid? Raj Bhavan has all details

The delivery of vegetables, LPG, poultry, and eggs has been ensured at the doorsteps through mobile vans.

11 Aug 2019 7:24 PM

The Jammu and Kashmir police chief Dilbagh Singh on Saturday assured that there was not a single incident of violence the state and the restrictions on movements had been further relaxed. (Photo: File)

'Not single bullet fired in 6 days': J&K police rebuts claims of violence

In a statement tweeted by the J&K police, the state administration also asked people not to believe fabricated and motivated news.

11 Aug 2019 8:43 AM

After the Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday in his tweet had backed Centre’s abrogation of Article 370 move, he, however, has received a large support from many party leaders in Madhya Pradesh. (Photo: File)

Cong leaders back Jyotiraditya Scindia for his stand on Centre's J&K move

Tarun Bhanot, who is considered close to Kamal Nath, Narayan Tripathi, Hardeep Singh Dang were among the leaders who backed Centre's move.

10 Aug 2019 11:57 AM

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Shehbaz Sharif on Friday accused the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government of arresting his niece Maryam Nawaz as a tactic of "distracting" others to hide its "failed policy" on the Kashmir issue. (Photo: File)

Maryam's arrest 'distraction' by govt to hide 'failed' Kashmir policy: Shehbaz Sharif

Launching a scathing attack on PM Imran Khan, Sharif said that his party will not be 'pushed back' against government's 'cruel tactics'.

10 Aug 2019 8:47 AM

The Thar Express to Karachi left Bhagat ki Kothi station here at its scheduled time at 1 am Saturday, officials said, amid apprehension that its run may end a few hours later at Munabao, the last station on the Indian side of the border. (Photo: ANI)

Thar Express departs for Karachi on time but uncertainty looms

Hindu Singh Sodha, president of the Seemant Lok Sangthan, said it would be unfortunate if train falls victim to the recent turn of events.

10 Aug 2019 8:26 AM

Students welcome abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: ANI)

Kathua: Students welcome abrogation of Article 370, hoist tricolor outside college

Students said this decision will open the door for development in the region and will leave no space for any discrimination.

09 Aug 2019 2:43 PM

The United States on Friday said that there is no change in its policy on Kashmir and called on India and Pakistan to maintain calm and restraint. (Photo: File)

No policy change on Kashmir: US urges India-Pak to maintain calm

The State Department spokesperson said the US was closely monitoring the situation in Jammu and Kashmir.

09 Aug 2019 8:46 AM

"All the citizens should rise above their narrow interests and political differences to congratulate this initiative which establishes the supremacy of the constitution and its core spirit, and reinforces the national unity and integrity," RSS' Suresh Joshi said. (Photo: Representational image)

Revocation of Article 370 would reinforce 'national unity and integrity', says RSS

Having already been passed in the Upper House, the Bill now awaits Presidential assent before becoming an Act.

07 Aug 2019 2:38 PM

The arrested leaders were lodged at Hari Niwas, metres away from their Gupkar residences, the officials said. (Photo: ANI)

Over 100, including political leaders, arrested in Kashmir: Officials

The orders of their arrest were issued by the magistrates concerned in view of their activities to disturb peace in the Kashmir valley.

07 Aug 2019 1:42 PM

Article 370: Congress deplores government's 'undemocratic' manner

The CWC was also expected to pass a resolution on the situation arising out of the government's move on Jammu and Kashmir.

07 Aug 2019 11:07 AM

The Indian-American community in the US has urged the Trump administration to 'fully support' India's decision to revoke the constitutional provision that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir and to continue to exert pressure on Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism. (Photo: File)

Indian-Americans urge Trump to 'fully support' India on Kashmir

Moreover, it will help create conditions for the full rehabilitation and resettlement of the Kashmiri Pandits in the Valley, he added.

06 Aug 2019 1:50 PM

Home Minister Amit Shah was captured on camera by a photographer with documents between his folded hands as he walked into Parliament on Monday. (Photo: AFP)

Caught on camera: Amit Shah’s photo reveals Modi govt plan, goes viral

As appeared in the document, the government apparently made an elaborate plan to deal with the situation.

06 Aug 2019 11:20 AM

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