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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah renewed his demand for restoration of special status and statehood, saying it is essential for federalism. Addressing Independence Day celebrations, he recalled the region’s accession to India and stressed constitutional guarantees and development

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged security agencies not to ignore threats against Kashmiri Pandit employees in the Valley. He also reiterated his demand for restoration of statehood and hinted at further protests by the National Conference

The National Conference demanded the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood on the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, questioning the Centre over its unfulfilled promise. Congress backed the demand as protests were held in Parliament and Jammu

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said wounds from the abrogation of Article 370 remain unhealed seven years later and accused the Centre of not fulfilling its statehood promise. National Conference workers also held protests across the Union Territory

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah demanded that authorities reveal the identities of those responsible for the killings in Kulgam and Anantnag. He also questioned security claims, sought restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, and commented on the situation in PoJK

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti announced that her party will stage peaceful protests across Jammu and Kashmir on August 5, demanding the restoration of Article 370 and 35A and a resolution of the Kashmir issue.

Political parties in Kashmir welcomed Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation on Saturday, calling it a victory for peaceful student resistance. PDP's Mehbooba Mufti, NC, and Congress leaders said the decision demonstrated the power of democratic youth action

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed that National Conference legislators will travel to New Delhi on July 19 for a statehood protest at Jantar Mantar, executing the plan despite pending police permissions and internal party absenteeism

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah alleged attempts to topple the National Conference government by offering MLAs cash, ministerial posts and statehood promises. He also announced a July 20 protest in Delhi, demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood

Veteran Congress leader Saifuddin Soz urged restoration of Article 370, calling its abrogation a mistake and advocating dialogue with Pakistan. He appealed to regional parties and the Congress to jointly press the Centre for restoring Jammu and Kashmir's internal autonomy

Yashoda Hospitals–Secunderabad inaugurated the two-day Deccan Arthroplasty Summit 2026, bringing together over 500 orthopaedic experts to discuss advancements in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery, trauma care, sports medicine, and arthroplasty, with live robotic hip and knee surgeries drawing major attention.

Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, organised a two-day national conference on maternal emergencies and neonatal critical care. Over 1,000 healthcare professionals attended the event, which focused on real-life clinical decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination in emergency maternal and newborn care.

SIA raided the Kashmir Times office in Jammu, recovering arms, ammunition, and documents linked to alleged anti-national activity. Editors denounced the action as a bid to silence independent journalism, while NC and PDP condemned it as pressure on the press. Authorities said the raid was part of a probe into secessionist propaganda

Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University will host a national conference on climate change and horticulture on September 18–19. Experts from ICAR, IMD, and across sectors will discuss climate impacts, mitigation strategies, and support systems for farmers

This was decided at the 25th national conference of chairpersons of State PSCs held in Bengaluru on Saturday

Under the guidance of Prof. Bheerappa Nagari, Director of NIMS, the conference highlighted the institution's dedication to advancing cancer research and treatment in India. The event showcased groundbreaking research from various NIMS departments, with notable contributions from Prof. Vijay Kumar Kutala's biochemistry team and Prof. G. Sadashivudu's medical oncology unit.

The renewed debate over Articles 370 and 35A is a distraction from the pressing issues that Jammu & Kashmir faces

Majority of MLAs from BJP marshalled out after they tried to storm into the well of the house to demand the rollback of resolution passed on special status

The officials said that it was a courtesy call during which the chief minister apprised the Union Home Minister about the situation and also discussed the issue of restoration of statehood.

Omar must prioritise welfare and development over political confrontation with the Centre