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Mehbooba Mufti backs RSS leader Hosabale on India Pakistan dialogue for Kashmir peace

Mehbooba Mufti backs RSS leader Hosabale on India Pakistan dialogue for Kashmir peace

Jammu and Kashmir former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti welcomed RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale’s call for India Pakistan dialogue. She said sustained, open talks are key to durable peace in the region, citing earlier dialogue periods under Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Manmohan Singh when militancy and atrocities declined.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Jammu and Kashmir cuts convoy by half as LG Sinha follows Modi’s fuel saving push

Jammu and Kashmir cuts convoy by half as LG Sinha follows Modi’s fuel saving push

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has reduced his official convoy size by 50%, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to cut official cavalcades and save fuel. Police sources say Nalin Prabhat and IG Security Sujit Kumar have also scaled down their convoys recently, while Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reportedly continues with the same security setup in the Kashmir Valley.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026

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Jammu Kashmir alcohol row erupts as National Conference cites 1970s refusal to ban liquor

Jammu Kashmir alcohol row erupts as National Conference cites 1970s refusal to ban liquor

Jammu and Kashmir politics is heating up over alcohol sales, with the National Conference opposing a ban by pointing to past experience and expected revenue loss. The PDP asks why J&K can’t be made “dry” like Gujarat. Critics say both sides are avoiding concrete solutions as the administration simultaneously pushes a campaign against drugs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Farooq Abdullah rejects alcohol ban in J and K citing major revenue losses and practical concerns

Farooq Abdullah rejects alcohol ban in J and K citing major revenue losses and practical concerns

Farooq Abdullah has opposed an alcohol ban in Jammu and Kashmir, arguing that such a move could sharply reduce government revenue and create practical challenges. The debate in the region continues to pit public welfare claims against concerns about economic impact, with supporters and critics weighing whether prohibition is the right approach or if regulation would be a better path.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Army foils infiltration attempt along LoC in J and K killing a Lashkar intruder in Poonch

Army foils infiltration attempt along LoC in J and K killing a Lashkar intruder in Poonch

Alert army troops in Poonch district swiftly intercepted an infiltration attempt at the Krishna Ghati sector along the Line of Control. After noticing unusual movement, they moved to intercept and neutralized one intruder linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba. The incident underlines the armed forces’ heightened vigilance to prevent incursions in sensitive border areas.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Farooq Abdullah says alcohol ban in Jammu Kashmir could happen in minutes with compensation

Farooq Abdullah says alcohol ban in Jammu Kashmir could happen in minutes with compensation

Farooq Abdullah reignited the liquor-outlet dispute in Jammu and Kashmir, saying a ban on alcohol could be imposed “within minutes” if the Centre compensates the revenue loss. Abdullah clarified he does not drink, arguing that people would still find alcohol outside if it is withdrawn locally, keeping consumption habits intact.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026

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Mines ministry starts second e auction for 12 limestone blocks in Jammu and Kashmir

Mines ministry starts second e auction for 12 limestone blocks in Jammu and Kashmir

The Union Ministry of Mines has launched the second phase of e-auctions for 12 limestone blocks across Jammu and Kashmir, covering Anantnag, Rajouri, and Poonch. The move is designed to accelerate mineral development and support local economic growth. Tender document sales will begin on May 18, followed by a pre-bid conference on June 5.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
14 lakh kanals encroached in Jammu and 3 lakh in Kashmir as mafia targets state land

14 lakh kanals encroached in Jammu and 3 lakh in Kashmir as mafia targets state land

Official data says land mafia has encroached over 17 lakh kanals of state land across Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu accounting for the bulk and Rajouri emerging as the worst-hit district. Authorities have started removing illegal entries from revenue records and are working to retrieve the occupied land, including efforts to regularize portions where possible.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Omar Abdullah meets Amit Shah presses for statehood and reservation rationalisation after elections

Omar Abdullah meets Amit Shah presses for statehood and reservation rationalisation after elections

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, raising the restoration of statehood and the rationalisation of reservations. Abdullah reiterated his push for statehood restoration, while the Union government has said it would come after delimitation and assembly elections. The meeting also touched on Jammu and Kashmir’s security and economic situation.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Iltija Mufti X account withheld in India after FIR tied to Geelani video

Iltija Mufti X account withheld in India after FIR tied to Geelani video

Iltija Mufti, daughter of former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti, had her X account withheld in India on May 11. The move follows a legal demand linked to an FIR filed by Cyber Police Kashmir over the spread of a video clip associated with Syed Ali Shah Geelani. The development comes after she recently criticized CM Omar Abdullah’s liquor policy.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 11 May 2026

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Jammu and Kashmir faces looming water stress as rainfall dips 26% since March 1

Jammu and Kashmir faces looming water stress as rainfall dips 26% since March 1

Jammu and Kashmir is confronting a growing water crisis after a 26% rainfall shortfall recorded since March 1. Several districts have received far less precipitation than usual, while only a handful have seen near-normal levels. With water resources under pressure, the region’s supply for the coming months is now at risk.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Mehbooba Mufti claims secret Pakistan talks while warning Kashmir’s culture is at risk

Mehbooba Mufti claims secret Pakistan talks while warning Kashmir’s culture is at risk

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti urged Jammu and Kashmir to stay on her father’s path of peace, claiming that despite a tough public approach, secret talks with Pakistan continue. She linked the region’s instability to despair and unemployment, arguing that cross-border engagement and reconciliation are essential for long-term stability. Mufti also alleged a plan to erode Kashmir’s cultural fabric.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
From BBM to Threema encrypted apps help terror groups evade surveillance in Jammu and Kashmir

From BBM to Threema encrypted apps help terror groups evade surveillance in Jammu and Kashmir

In Jammu and Kashmir, security agencies say terror networks are shifting to encrypted messaging apps to coordinate while bypassing traditional surveillance. During interrogation of a Lashkar-e-Taiba operative, investigators cited platforms including BBM, Element, Threema, and Dust. The move underscores how rapidly terror groups are adapting—and why encrypted communication creates tough cybersecurity and monitoring challenges for authorities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Omar Abdullah warns J and K dual power model risks disaster and demands full statehood now

Omar Abdullah warns J and K dual power model risks disaster and demands full statehood now

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called the state’s dual power structure a “recipe for disaster”, urging full statehood and criticizing the present administration as the worst. He said talks with the Centre on business rules are making progress, while accusing “vested interests” of trying to divide Jammu and Srinagar. Abdullah also backed restoring the Darbar Move to connect regions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026

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Mehbooba Mufti slams bulldozer justice in drug cases warning innocent families face punishment

Mehbooba Mufti slams bulldozer justice in drug cases warning innocent families face punishment

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti condemned “bulldozer justice” in Jammu and Kashmir, saying administration actions in drug trafficking cases punish entire families for crimes committed by individuals. She argued that only those involved should be jailed, while raising concerns about demolition of homes and alleged collective punishment. Mufti also questioned the administration’s conduct, citing broader corruption in recruitment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 9 May 2026
Jammu and Kashmir business registrations surge 28% after earlier 22% slump

Jammu and Kashmir business registrations surge 28% after earlier 22% slump

Corporate Affairs Ministry data shows Jammu and Kashmir’s new business registrations jumped 28% after a sharp slowdown earlier in 2025. Incorporations had fallen 22% year-on-year in both May and June, signaling weaker investor appetite, but rebounded in July. The pattern points to a quick post-shock normalization even amid heightened security concerns.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
Omar Abdullah Accuses BJP of Blackmail Politics Over J and K Statehood Delay

Omar Abdullah Accuses BJP of Blackmail Politics Over J and K Statehood Delay

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused the BJP of obstructing governance in the Union Territory, saying the party is using the statehood issue to pressure the elected government. Abdullah also claimed delays around cabinet expansion reflect political tactics rather than administrative reasons, escalating tensions over J&K statehood restoration.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 8 May 2026
Kashmiri Pandits Protest Relief Ration Merge into NFSA Demand Census Recognition

Kashmiri Pandits Protest Relief Ration Merge into NFSA Demand Census Recognition

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits held a street protest in Srinagar against Jammu and Kashmir’s plan to fold their relief ration system into the National Food Security Act. Organisers argued the overhaul threatens their welfare and recognition, and they demanded specific mention of their community in the census, saying it is “about our existence.”

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 6 May 2026

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Mehbooba Mufti slams National Conference for dragging Quran into Rajya Sabha cross voting row

Mehbooba Mufti slams National Conference for dragging Quran into Rajya Sabha cross voting row

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti accused the National Conference of dragging Quran into a partisan Rajya Sabha cross-voting dispute to hide governance failures. PDP leaders rejected NC’s claim that legislators should swear on the Quran to prove they did not back BJP in last year’s elections, calling the allegations a diversion. The standoff intensifies political rhetoric ahead of further parliamentary scrutiny.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 6 May 2026
Manoj Sinha demands united crackdown as Srinagar police seize Rs 1 20 crore from drug peddler

Manoj Sinha demands united crackdown as Srinagar police seize Rs 1 20 crore from drug peddler

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha joined a people’s movement in Budgam, calling for the administration, police and civil society to work together to wipe out narcotics and protect youth. He warned that drug trafficking in Jammu and Kashmir is not just a health challenge but a national security crisis, alleging narcotics smuggled into the region help fund terrorism and radicalization as police attach property worth Rs 1.20 crore.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 5 May 2026
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