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Omar Abdullah
Kashmir converts former cross-LoC trade hub into tourism centre
The Jammu and Kashmir government is converting the Salamabad Trade Facilitation Centre into a tourism site, years after cross-LoC trade was suspended.
Uproar in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly over NHM employees protest
BJP legislators staged a protest in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly regarding National Health Mission employees, leading to an uproar and scuffle in the house.
Political, religious leaders protest against Tantra in Silence event in Kashmir
Political and religious leaders are calling for the cancellation of a proposed 'Tantra in Silence' event in Gurez valley, citing concerns over cultural and religious sensitivities.
Jammu districts near the Line of Control to receive bulletproof ambulances
The Jammu and Kashmir health department has issued a tender to purchase bulletproof ambulances for districts near the Line of Control.
UPI charges row: Chidambaram among 5 Congress MPs who had backed revenue framework
A parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance report, which included Congress MPs, recommended implementing a revenue framework for UPI transactions to ensure ecosystem sustainability.
Kashmir tourism rebounds sharply after Pahalgam attack, but pre-attack levels yet to be regained
Kashmir's tourism sector shows a significant rebound in summer 2026, though total arrivals have yet to recover to pre-attack levels.
On Modi's birthday, CM Omar Abdullah wishes PM would grant J&K statehood
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the Prime Minister's 76th birthday.
BharatPe backs UPI MDR charges, distances from Ashneer Grover's criticism
BharatPe has expressed support for the new UPI Merchant Discount Rate framework while distancing itself from former CEO Ashneer Grover's public criticism of the move.
Prime Minister Modi's birthday: Nationwide celebrations, bike rally from Vadnagar to Varanasi
Politicians and world leaders commemorate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday with nationwide celebrations.
No question of rollback: Govt defends UPI charges
The Indian government has rejected calls to withdraw a new 0.4 percent Merchant Discount Rate on high-value UPI transactions, denying claims of foreign influence.
J&K MLAs decry 18% representation to Kashmir valley in UT officers’ list
Elected officials in Jammu and Kashmir have expressed concern over the low percentage of Kashmir division candidates in the recent administrative service appointment list.
Don’t trust Centre unless it’s a written deal, J&K CM tells Ladakhi delegation
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah advised Ladakhi representatives to seek written agreements from the central government, citing unfulfilled promises regarding J&K statehood restoration.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah backs Centre on UPI charges
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah supported the Indian government's decision to introduce fees for UPI transactions while advocating for protections for retail consumers.
Cheap imports, ageing trees squeeze Kashmir’s walnut growers
Kashmir walnut growers face financial pressure due to cheaper imports and government restrictions on replacing ageing trees.
International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir receives entries from 25 countries
The first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir attracted 400 entries from over 25 countries, highlighting international interest while raising questions about converting that interest into sustained industry activity.
Jammu and Kashmir authorities demolish homes of two Lashkar e Taiba terrorists
Jammu and Kashmir administration demolished the homes of two Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists linked to the murder of Head Constable Ashik Husain Kurayshi in Anantnag.
Jammu and Kashmir police constable killed in Anantnag terror attack
A Jammu and Kashmir police head constable was killed by terrorists in Anantnag one year after the Pahalgam tourist attack.
Jammu and Kashmir government identifies 654 vulnerable villages due to severe weather
The Jammu and Kashmir government identified 654 vulnerable villages as wet weather continues to trigger landslips and floods, resulting in at least 22 deaths since July 19.
Heavy rain and landslides kill twenty two across multiple Indian states
Heavy rain and landslides across Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Nagaland, and Uttar Pradesh have killed at least 22 people, with rescue operations underway and meteorological agencies forecasting continued intense rainfall.