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J&K Congress chief Tariq Karra began a hunger strike in Srinagar demanding restoration of statehood. The protest, part of the ‘Hamari Riyasat, Hamara Haq’ campaign, will be held across districts till August 21, awaiting developments in Parliament on the issue

Two Army soldiers were martyred and two others injured in Kulgam’s Akhal Devsar forest as ‘Operation Mahadev’ entered its ninth day, making it J&K’s longest anti-terror mission in two decades. Security forces have intensified their crackdown on terrorism networks.

With the elected government already in place and the security situation firmly under control, there is no justification for delaying statehood further

Pawan Kalyan marked the sixth anniversary of Article 370 abrogation by hailing it as a day of hope, unity, and progress for Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi.

On the sixth anniversary of Article 370’s abrogation, Kashmir remained peaceful despite widespread rumours of political change. Daily life continued as usual, with schools and businesses open. Speculations about statehood and redivision did not materialize.

An anti-terror operation in J&K’s Kulgam has entered its third day after two terrorists were killed and one injured. Security forces are using advanced surveillance tools as intermittent firing continues. Operations aim to dismantle terror infrastructure across the region.

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Saturday. The gunfight began Friday evening during a cordon and search operation. The identities and affiliations of the militants are being verified.

The Amarnath Yatra was suspended on July 31 due to heavy rains affecting base camp routes. Pilgrim convoys from Jammu were halted. From August 1, the yatra will resume only via the Baltal route as repair works continue on the Pahalgam Axis.

Two suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists were killed during an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. Codenamed Operation Shivshakti, the Army's swift action thwarted the intrusion. Arms were recovered; search operations are ongoing

The Amarnath Yatra was suspended on both Pahalgam and Baltal routes due to heavy rains in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities also halted convoy movement from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp for July 31 to ensure the safety of pilgrims.

Three terrorists were killed in ‘Operation Mahadev’ launched in Srinagar’s Dachigam area after intelligence inputs. Security forces, including Army and J&K Police, continue operations to corner a third militant amid intensified efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem post the Pahalgam attack

The landslide was triggered by heavy rains which lashed Katra town, the base camp for the pilgrims visiting the shrine atop Trikuta hills

Former separatist leader Bilal Gani Lone blamed the Hurriyat Conference and Pakistan for their failures in Kashmir, calling Hurriyat “non-functional.” Shifting to mainstream politics, he urged Kashmir’s youth to embrace reality and work within India’s democratic framework for progress

Drones are replacing human Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Jammu & Kashmir, helping terrorists with surveillance, arms, and logistics. Officials warn that Pakistan’s ISI is using drones to assist infiltration and assess troop positions, escalating threats in the region

J&K CM Omar Abdullah scaled a locked gate at Srinagar’s Naqshband Sahib graveyard to pay tribute on Martyrs' Day, defying restrictions and alleging manhandling by police. He criticiSed Lt Governor Sinha and accused authorities of undermining basic democratic rights

Over 1.11 lakh pilgrims have undertaken the Amarnath Yatra in just six days since it began on July 3. Despite heightened security after past attacks, the pilgrimage continues smoothly, with strong local support and additional forces deployed along the route.

BSF constable Mridul Dass allegedly died by suicide while on sentry duty at a forward post in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir. The motive remains unknown. Police have sent the body for postmortem and started an inquest into the incident.

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha joined Srinagar’s 10th Muharram procession, offering water and a ‘Chaddar’ to mourners, symbolizing communal harmony. Meanwhile, Kashmiri locals warmly welcomed Amarnath Yatris, showcasing unity, brotherhood, and the spirit of Kashmiriyat across religious lines

J&K L-G Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of 5,880 Amarnath pilgrims from Jammu under tight security. With RFID tracking, medical aid, and enhanced infrastructure, the 38-day yatra to the cave shrine begins July 3 and ends August 9.

EAM S Jaishankar called the Pahalgam terror attack an act of economic warfare targeting Kashmir’s tourism and vowed no tolerance for terrorism. He ruled out yielding to nuclear blackmail and highlighted India's response through Operation Sindoor against Pakistan-based terror camps.