Jammu and Kashmir
National Conference Holds Critical Meeting to Address Bypolls Defeat and Statehood Strategy in Jammu and Kashmir
Nov 27, 2025 02:48 pm CST
The National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir has convened a two-day working committee meeting to analyze their recent electoral defeat and develop strategies for statehood restoration. Led by Farooq Abdullah, the meeting notably excludes MP Aga Ruhullah, whom the party blames for their bypolls failure. The gathering addresses growing criticism about the NC government's ineffectiveness in fulfilling manifesto promises and engaging with the central government on constitutional safeguards.
Omar Abdullah Warns Against Religious Discrimination in Medical College Admissions
Nov 25, 2025 09:16 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has warned that denying meritorious Muslim students admission to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence based on religious grounds could lead to radicalization. The controversy emerged after BJP MLAs demanded reserving seats exclusively for students who have faith in Mata Vaishno Devi, despite admissions being merit-based through NEET exams.
Omar Abdullah Defends Merit-Based Admissions of Muslim Students at Vaishno Devi Medical College Amid BJP Opposition
Nov 25, 2025 12:27 am CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has defended the merit-based admission of Muslim students to Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College against BJP's religious objections. The controversy highlights tensions between merit-based policies and religious considerations in educational institutions, with Abdullah emphasizing that the university's founding act specifies admissions based on merit, not religious affiliation.
BJP Demands Reversal of Muslim Students' Admission to Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College in Jammu & Kashmir
Nov 23, 2025 07:34 pm CST
The Jammu and Kashmir BJP unit has sparked controversy by demanding the cancellation of 42 Muslim students' admission to Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College, despite the college following NEET-based admission guidelines. Party representatives argue that only Hindu students should be admitted to the institution, while critics condemn the attempt to introduce religious criteria into medical education admissions.
Doctor Used Flour Mill to Prepare Explosives in Delhi Blast Case: Investigation Reveals
Nov 21, 2025 05:13 pm CST
An investigation into the deadly Delhi blast near Red Fort has revealed that co-accused Muzammil Shakeel Ganaie, a doctor from Al-Falah University, used a flour mill to extract ammonium nitrate from urea for creating explosives. Police recovered 360kg of explosive materials from his Faridabad residence, linking him to a larger terrorist network that resulted in 15 fatalities.
Delhi Blast Investigation: Pakistan-Based Jaish Handler Linked to Doctor's Terror Module
Nov 21, 2025 10:55 am CST
Security agencies are investigating a Pakistan-based Jaish handler known as 'Hanzulla' who shared bomb-making videos with doctors involved in the deadly Delhi Red Fort blast that killed 15 people. The terror module, operating through Al-Falah University in Faridabad, was planning to deploy 200 IEDs across Delhi and neighboring areas, using secure messaging and code words to coordinate their activities. The university's founder has been arrested in connection with terror financing.
Pakistani Propaganda Accounts Spread Deepfake of Former Indian Army Chief's NDTV Interview
Nov 20, 2025 08:26 pm CST
Pakistani propaganda accounts have circulated a deepfake version of an NDTV interview with former Indian Army Chief General VP Malik, falsely attributing communal statements to him. Fact-checkers at D-Intent Data have debunked these manipulated videos, which fabricate claims about removing "non-caste Hindus" from the Army. This disinformation campaign comes as intelligence reports indicate Pakistan-based terror groups are planning new attacks on Jammu and Kashmir, six months after India's Operation Sindoor.
Omar Abdullah Condemns Collective Blame on Kashmiris Following Terror Acts by Few Individuals
Nov 19, 2025 06:34 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expresses concern over community profiling of Kashmiris after the Delhi Red Fort attack investigation revealed suspects from the region. He highlights how terrorist acts by a few individuals have led to widespread stigmatization, making Kashmiris hesitant to interact with outsiders or travel with J&K registered vehicles in other parts of India.
Jammu and Kashmir Dry Fruit Seller Succumbs to Self-Immolation Following Terror Probe Questioning
Nov 17, 2025 06:21 pm CST
A dry fruit vendor from Qazigund, Jammu and Kashmir, has died after setting himself ablaze following police questioning related to a white collar terror module investigation. Bilal Ahmad Wani, who was released from custody while his son remained detained, was a neighbor of key terror suspect Dr. Adeel Rather. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the circumstances of the incident.
Delhi Blast Suspect Amir Rashid Ali Remanded to 10-Day NIA Custody in Connection with Red Fort Attack
Nov 17, 2025 04:22 pm CST
The Delhi court has ordered a 10-day NIA custody for Amir Rashid Ali, the first suspect arrested in connection with the deadly blast near Red Fort that killed 13 people. Ali allegedly provided the Hyundai i20 vehicle used as an IED in the attack, which investigators have linked to "suicide bomber" Umar Un Nabi, an assistant professor from Al-Falah University. The NIA continues to investigate the larger conspiracy behind this terrorist act while coordinating with multiple state police forces.