J&K ELECTION 2024
J&K AAP MLA Mehraj Malik detained under PSA
The Jammu and Kashmir administration detained AAP MLA Mehraj Malik under the Public Safety Act after he publicly criticized Doda DM Harvinder Singh for allegedly targeting the poor. Malik's detention, following his accusations of authority misuse, has sparked outrage, with political figures questioning the justification for invoking the PSA against him.
Opposition parties react sharply to JK govt' s takeover of JeI-linked schools
Political leaders in Kashmir have strongly criticized the J&K government's decision to take over 215 schools affiliated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI). Sajad Lone condemned the move as shameful, while PDP leaders highlighted the historical targeting of JeI by the National Conference and questioned the government's strategy, suggesting it undermines recent progress in integrating JeI into the electoral process.
J&K's Rajya Sabha vacancies raise rotation issue; prez reference likely
A constitutional conundrum has emerged regarding Jammu & Kashmir's Rajya Sabha seats, vacant since 2021. Emergency impositions disrupted the mandated rotation of retirements, leading to all four MPs retiring simultaneously. Similar situations exist in Punjab and Delhi, prompting the Election Commission to consider a presidential reference to the Supreme Court to address this deviation from Article 83.
Delhi HC seeks NIA response on jailed MP Abdul Rashid’s plea against terror funding charges
The Delhi High Court has sought the NIA's response to Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh's plea challenging the charges framed against him in a terror funding case. Rashid, currently jailed since 2019, is accused of funding separatists and terror groups. The court has also requested the trial court records and scheduled a further hearing for October 6.
"Citizenship politicised and camouflaged": Abhishek Manu Singhvi on Bihar SIR row
Amid Bihar's electoral roll revision, Congress alleges citizenship issues are being politicized, hinting at a possible election boycott. Concerns arise over a large number of untraceable voters and potential inaccuracies in the voter list. BJP counters, accusing Congress of questioning the Election Commission's integrity, mirroring Emergency-era tactics.
Kavinder Gupta takes oath as new Ladakh LG
Kavinder Gupta, a senior BJP leader, was sworn in as the new Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, succeeding Brigadier B D Mishra. The oath was administered by Justice Arun Palli at a ceremony in Leh. Gupta, who previously served as J&K's deputy chief minister and Jammu mayor, brings extensive political experience to the Union Territory.
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J&K assembly bypolls delayed; April deadline missed
The Election Commission of India has missed the deadline for holding bypolls in Budgam and Nagrota, J&K, following the Pahalgam attack. These seats have been vacant since October 2024, triggered by Omar Abdullah's choice to retain Ganderbal and the death of MLA Devender Singh Rana, respectively.
Attempts were made to destroy NC over last five years: Omar Abdullah
Omar Abdullah, National Conference vice president, successfully retained the Ganderbal and Budgam seats in the recent elections, overcoming numerous challenges to his party over the past five years. The NC-Congress alliance is set to form the government in Jammu and Kashmir, defeating the BJP.
Omar Abdullah to be next J&K Chief Minister, says NC Chief Farooq Abdullah
Omar Abdullah has been announced as the next Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir by National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah, following a strong electoral mandate from the people. Omar Abdullah won the Budgam seat by over 18,000 votes against PDP's Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi.
J&K Election 2024 Exit Polls Highlights: Neck-&-neck battle between NC-Congress alliance & BJP could result in hung assembly, predict pollsters
Jammu Kashmir Exit Polls 2024 Highlights: This election is significant as it is the first in over a decade in Jammu and Kashmir post-abrogation of Article 370. Key issues include statehood, security, and unemployment. Major parties NC and Congress have allied, while BJP and PDP contest separately, with notable independent candidates also in the fray.
J&K elections: Pre-poll alliance with Congress to avoid hung assembly, says Omar Abdullah
The National Conference has formed a pre-poll alliance with the Congress for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections to avoid a hung House. The National Conference will contest 51 seats, Congress 32, and CPI(M) one. Omar Abdullah emphasized that this alliance aims to prevent BJP from extending lieutenant governor's rule.
Jammu-Kashmir polls: National Conference, Congress in wait-and-see mode prior to forming alliance
Jammu Kashmir Elections: Despite Farooq Abdullah's statement that National Conference would contest J&K Assembly elections alone, there were speculations of an alliance with Congress. The NC and PDP rivalry seemed a barrier for coalition in Assembly elections. Opposition parties planned to focus on 'revival of statehood' while Congress aimed for a strong showing in Jammu region.
EC announces poll dates for J&K and Haryana assembly elections 2024: Check full schedule, result date, parties
2024 Assembly Elections Schedule: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released the schedule for the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana. Jammu and Kashmir will hold elections in three phases from September 20, with results announced on October 4. Haryana's election is set for October 1, with results also on October 4.
We hope ECI is announcing dates for J&K, says JKNC leader Omar Abdullah
Omar Abdullah called for early elections in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the absence of an elected government since 2018. Farooq Abdullah pointed out the continued terrorism even after Article 370's abrogation. The Supreme Court has ordered the election process to be completed by September 30, 2024.
EC, MHA on board for J&K elections
The Election Commission (EC) and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) have reached a consensus on holding assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir soon, despite ongoing security concerns. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar and his team met with Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla to address security implications. While past concerns led to delays, this time the MHA supports moving forward with elections. Enhanced security measures will be implemented, including increased deployment of paramilitary forces. The EC will meticulously plan the electoral process before announcing poll dates.
ECI sets ball rolling for J&K polls, orders electoral rolls' revision
The full Election Commission of India (ECI) - chief election commissioner Rajiv Kumar and election commissioners Sukhbir S Sandhu and Gyanesh Kumar - is expected to visit J&K in July or early August for a ground review of electoral preparedness. The ECI has already begun moving the poll process. On Friday, the poll panel announced that it was set to conduct the second special summary revision (SSR) for updation of electoral rolls in the states of Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra and UT of Jammu & Kashmir on July 1.
When will full statehood be restored, elections be held in Jammu & Kashmir?: Congress on PM Modi's visit
Congress questions PM Modi's visit to Jammu and Kashmir, demanding timeline for statehood restoration and assembly elections, criticizing BJP's governance and security situation in the region.
J&K Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase-5 Baramulla seat on May 20; Key candidates and other details
In Baramulla, the elections will feature a compelling three-way contest between Omar Abdullah of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), Fayaz Ahmad Mir of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), and Sajjad Gani Lone of the Jammu and Kashmir People's Conference (JKPC), allied with the NDA.
CEC says bond data in, will share info; 'do not want political vacuum in J&K'
Kumar, while addressing a presser in Jammu on the conclusion of his visit to the Union Territory, said ECI believes in transparency and will ensure that people have information about everything they are doing. "SBI was supposed to submit the data by March 12. They have given the details to us (yesterday) in time. I will go back and look at the data (and) would definitely disclose it in time," said Kumar.
BJP, others urge ECI to hold J&K, LS polls together
Political parties in Jammu and Kashmir met the Election Commission of India to discuss concurrent assembly and Lok Sabha elections. The Panthers Party protested alleging a BJP-ECI nexus. The Supreme Court suggested assembly polls in J&K by September 2024. Mobile polling booths for registered societies were suggested.
Jammu and Kashmir: Security and other key poll issues to dominate state elections in Sept 2024
Holding that direct elections to legislative assemblies “cannot be put on hold” until statehood is restored, a five-judge Constitution bench has directed the Election Commission to conduct J&K elections by September 30, 2024.
"State of J&K does not retain any element of sovereignty": Key highlights from Supreme Court’s judgment on Article 370
The Supreme Court delivered its verdict on petitions challenging the abrogation of Article 370 and the division of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union territories. The court declared that Article 370 is a temporary provision meant for the constitutional integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the Union. It emphasized that Article 370 was not intended for disintegration, and the President has the authority to declare its cessation
Hold elections in J&K by September 30 next year: SC directs Election Commission
"We direct that steps be taken by EC to conduct elections of J&K Assembly by September 30, 2024," said Chief Justice of India Chandrachud in its ruling. The Court also directed the government to restore the statehood of J&K. "We direct that restoration of statehood in Union Territory of J&K shall be done at the earliest," said CJI.
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