Kashmir

UNSC to have informal meeting on Kashmir, but Pakistan can't speak at it

Except China, all the other four permanent members of the Council have openly backed New Delhi's position on Kashmir.

Aug 16, 2019

Shah Faesal stopped at Delhi airport, sent back to Kashmir

Shah Faesal was stopped at the Indira Gandhi International Airport as he was about to go abroad.

Aug 15, 2019

Kashmir was never yours: Islamic scholar tells Pakistan

Islamic scholar Imam Mohamad Tawhidi in a tweet told Pakistan that Kashmir was "Hindu land" that never belonged to Pakistan.

Aug 13, 2019

Kashmir Live Updates: Punjab CM Amarinder Singh hosts Kashmiri students for Eid lunch

Restrictions have been relaxed in Jammu and Kashmir to facilitate Eid-ul Azha celebrations.

Aug 12, 2019

Thousands protest in Kashmir over new status despite clampdown

The demonstration soon after Friday prayers was the largest since authorities locked down the revolt-torn region five days ago, cutting off telephone and internet services and detaining more than 500 political and separatist leaders.

Aug 10, 2019

Pakistan suspends Samjhauta Express days after India's move to revoke Article 370

After India abrogated Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan has attempted to suspend the Samjhauta Express.

Aug 8, 2019

Will Kashmiris celebrate Eid in Valley amid lockdown?

Centre may loosen restrictions that were imposed before the government's move to abrogate provisions of Article 370 that gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcation of the state into two union territories.

Aug 8, 2019

Pakistan expels Indian envoy, suspends trade for revoking Kashmir's special status

The Pakistan government announced a five-point plan against India in a tweet on Wednesday after a National Security Committee (NSC) meeting.

Aug 8, 2019

Nehru's petition seeking UN intervention in J&K illegal: Subramanian Swamy

Prime Minister Nehru had appealed to the UN Security Council through the petition filed in January 1948 following the outbreak of the first war between India and Pakistan.

Aug 6, 2019

Terror threat sparks panic in Kashmir; pilgrims, tourists asked to leave Valley

The annual Amarnath pilgrimage that was supposed to continue till August 15 has been halted amid reports of terror threats.

Aug 3, 2019

28,000 more troops brought in Kashmir Valley after JeM terrorists infiltrate

The Indian Air Force fighter jets have been patrolling since alert has been sounded in Jammu and Kashmir.

Aug 2, 2019

Jaishankar slams Trump for Kashmir mediation offer, says will talk only with Pakistan

US President Donald Trump broached the topic of mediating between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir issue for a second time on Thursday.

Aug 2, 2019

US lawmaker apologises after Donald Trump offers to mediate on Kashmir issue

Congressman Brad Sherman apologised to India's US envoy for US President Donald Trump's "embarrassing" remarks.

Jul 23, 2019

A decade of RTI law in J&K: Corruption remains a challenge

The main reason behind bad governance and maladministration in J&K is lack of awareness and non-implementation of transparency laws.

Jul 12, 2019

WATCH | 'World must speak up for Balochistan' banner flies overhead during England-Australia semi-final

This time an unidentified plane with a banner -- World Must Speak Up For Balochistan -- was spotted flying over the Edgbaston stadium during the England-Australia semi-final match.

Jul 12, 2019

For 'monetary consideration', top officials granted bulk gun licences in J&K

CBI sources said the role of various senior officials, including that of IAS officers, is being probed in connection with serious irregularities committed while granting bulk gun licences.

Jul 11, 2019

WATCH | Al Qaeda chief threatens Kashmir, Indian Army in new video

The 14-minute video, titled 'Don't Forget Kashmir', also highlights Pakistan's involvement in fuelling cross-border terrorism in J&K.

Jul 10, 2019

India slams UN report on Kashmir, calls it 'false and motivated'

The report released by the UN Human Rights Council accuses Indian security officials of using arbitrary detentions.

Jul 9, 2019

Longer-range BrahMos upgrade for Su-30MKIs makes India's air superiority total

Upgraded BrahMos missile of 500km range has been successfully testfired from IAF's advanced frontline fighter Su-30MKI, making India the only country with fighter jets armed with long-range supersonic cruise missiles.

Jul 8, 2019

'Justice for Kashmir' banner flies over Headingley during India-Sri Lanka clash; ICC issues statement

This is not an isolated incident as a plane with a banner saying 'Justice for Balochistan' flew over the stadium during Pakistan vs Afghanistan game.

Jul 6, 2019