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Pakistan summons top US diplomat after envoy Sergio Gor calls Jammu & Kashmir ‘important part of India’

Pakistan summoned the top US diplomat after remarks by the US envoy to India. Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an important part of India during his visit. He made these comments while meeting with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar. The US envoy's visit marked his first trip…

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Red-faced Pakistan summons top diplomat over US envoy Gor's J&K remark in Srinagar

Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the top US diplomat Islamabad and lodged a protest after US envoy to India Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an “important part of India” during his visit to Srinagar on Wednesday.

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Weather Tomorrow August 19: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 19: On Wednesday, August 19, a significant weather pattern is expected to unfold across India, bringing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to various regions. Delhi and Haryana are predicted to receive light to moderate showers under cloudy skies. Meanwhile, the states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir…

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School holiday August 19, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday August 19, 2026: Heavy monsoon activity persists across various regions in India, prompting local authorities to evaluate school operations for safety amidst the rainfall. While no national holiday has been declared for August 19, 2026, regions including Delhi-NCR, Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh are closely observing weather…

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CRPF bunker vehicle overturns after collision with truck in Jammu and Kashmir, minor injuries reported

A Central Reserve Police Force bunker vehicle overturned after a collision with a truck in Qazigund. Some CRPF personnel sustained minor injuries and were taken for immediate medical treatment. Earlier, two people died and five were injured in a boulder incident in Doda. The heavy impact caused significant damage to…

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PoJK situation shows leaders took right decision 80 years ago: Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed distress over conditions across the Line of Control. He stated that past decisions regarding the region were correct and justified. Abdullah believes people in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir are considered their own. Seats remain reserved for them in the Jammu and Kashmir…

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Weather Tomorrow August 16: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 16: India's weather on August 16 will see monsoon influence with cloudy skies and rainfall. Delhi expects light rain and moderate temperatures, while Haryana may have afternoon showers. Rajasthan and Gujarat anticipate partly cloudy conditions and isolated thunderstorms. Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh will experience cloudy weather and…

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FIR filed against Mehbooba, daughter for 'assault' on cop during Article 370 protest

Mehbooba Mufti and her daughter Iltija Mufti have been booked by police officials. They are accused of assaulting a police officer during a protest on Tuesday. The protest was held against the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Iltija Mufti allegedly bit the officer, causing a bleeding injury.…

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'What is the right time': NC asks Centre to restore statehood to J-K

The National Conference questioned the Centre about restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood. They highlighted unfulfilled promises made after delimitation and Assembly elections. Leaders stated that seven years have passed since Article 370 was abrogated. The party and Congress demanded restoration of constitutional rights and statehood. Both parties held protest rallies…

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'Infrastructure expanded, opportunities grown': PM Modi marks 7 yrs of Article 370 abrogation

Prime Minister Modi emphasized that the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A ushered in a transformative era for Jammu and Kashmir. Since 2019, the area has witnessed monumental advancements in infrastructure and socio-economic empowerment, particularly benefiting women and marginalized groups who gained long-awaited constitutional rights.

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MMA fighter Owais Yaqoob hid his illness and made history as Jammu and Kashmir's first BRAVE CF winner: Who is he?

MMA fighter Owais Yaqoob news: Owais Yaqoob made history as the first from Jammu and Kashmir to win in BRAVE Combat Federation. He competed while unwell, choosing not to disclose his sickness before the significant bout. His journey from Pulwama to international MMA showcases determination and relentless training. Yaqoob also…

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'How soon is soon?': P Chidambaram questions delay in restoring J-K statehood

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram called the Article 370 abrogation a constitutional outrage. He questioned the government's timeline for restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood. The division of the state into Union Territories poses a threat to federalism. Former J-K Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah also urged the government to honor its…

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Article 370 abrogation 7th anniversary: Security beefed up across J-K, multi-layered arrangements in place

Security has been increased across Jammu and Kashmir for the seventh anniversary. Authorities have implemented a multi-layered security grid throughout the Union Territory. Article 370 was repealed in August 2019, ending the special status of Jammu and Kashmir. Officials have not permitted protest demonstrations at several locations. There is a…

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Pakistan restricts digital news websites reporting on PoK protests, crackdowns: Report

Pakistan has reportedly expanded digital censorship measures by restricting access to several news websites following extensive media coverage of the ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK).

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PoJK poll violence: Neelum Valley resident killed in security firing as 2nd phase ends amid unrest

A resident was killed when security forces allegedly opened fire on protesters in Athmuqam, during the second phase of legislative polls marked by violence and low voter turnout. Allegations of electoral fraud and protests disrupted the voting process across key urban areas, including Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Furthermore, India continues to…

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India's greatest strength lies in its young population: Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant General

India's strength lies in its young population, with nearly sixty-five percent below thirty-five years old. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha urged youth to contribute to nation building efforts. The Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan aims to guide youth towards healthy lifestyles. This campaign is a social movement against…

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PoK on the boil: Polls, a deadly crackdown by Pakistani forces and a region in turmoil

Pakistan's legislative assembly elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) are taking place under an unprecedented security blanket, with thousands of police, paramilitary personnel and around 2,100 army troops deployed across the region. But rather than projecting stability, the polls have been overshadowed by weeks of protests, allegations of rigging,…

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Pakistan's decades-old Kashmir story starts coming apart in PoK

Protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir challenge Islamabad's long-held narrative. Pakistani forces faced accusations of killing dozens of demonstrators during recent unrest. The defense minister's remarks equating protesters with India caused significant rhetorical strain. Changes in Jammu and Kashmir contrast with the ongoing crisis in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Diaspora protests in Britain also…

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India blasts PoK polls as 'cosmetic exercise' by Pakistan to mask its illegal occupation

India stated Pakistan's local body elections in PoK are a camouflage for illegal occupation. The ongoing elections are also an attempt to hide grave human rights violations. India reiterated that the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are its parts. Protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir stem…

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The BJP that mocks protests rose through them

In 1953, Syama Prasad Mookerjee, one of the Sangh’s tallest icons, deliberately broke the law. Mookerjee entered Jammu and Kashmir without the required permit to protest against Article 370. He was arrested and later died in detention.

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11 killed in Jammu and Kashmir rain fury; search on for 7 missing in Poonch, Rajouri

Seven people died when a landslide struck a mud house in Poonch district. Torrential rains have battered the region since Saturday evening. Seventeen individuals have lost their lives in total across the district. Six people remain missing following the severe weather events. Rescue operations are currently underway in the affected…

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Amarnath, Vaishno Devi Yatras to be temporarily suspended from July 19

Authorities have temporarily suspended the Amarnath and Mata Vaishno Devi Yatras from July 19 following an IMD forecast of widespread rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir. Officials said the precautionary move was taken to ensure pilgrims' safety, with resumption to be announced after a comprehensive assessment of weather and route conditions.

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Honoured to receive BJP's 'love letter' in form of legal notice: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah received a legal notice from the BJP. He views this as an honor and proof of his political influence. The BJP is threatening a defamation suit if allegations are not proven. Abdullah stated he expected a political response, not a legal one. He…

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Cloudburst triggers flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, damages crops and orchards

A dramatic cloudburst hit the Chittergul area of Anantnag on Sunday, triggering severe flash floods that wreaked havoc on the region. Agricultural fields and residential homes suffered extensive damage, with reports of water flooding homes and obliterating crops and trees. Numerous families were forced to evacuate as the waters rose.…

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'If not in Delhi, then where?' : Omar Abdullah announces statehood protest on July 20

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced fresh protests in Delhi starting July 20. These demonstrations aim to address the unexplained delay in restoring statehood to the Union Territory. Abdullah stated that his party has waited two years after the Assembly elections for this restoration. He questioned the Centre's…

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