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BJP protesters storm Srinagar streets demanding liquor ban and blame NC for broken promise

BJP protesters storm Srinagar streets demanding liquor ban and blame NC for broken promise

BJP workers staged a protest in Srinagar on Friday demanding a liquor ban in Jammu and Kashmir. Scores marched toward Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s residence on the high-security Gupkar Road but were intercepted by police and temporarily detained at Ram Munshi Bagh police station. Protesters accused the ruling National Conference government of “hypocrisy,” alleging Abdullah reneged on a pre-October 2024 election promise to ban liquor. They also criticized the government for pointing blame to the BJP-led Centre while refusing to act once in power.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Iltija Mufti hits out at Omar Abdullah over liquor ban logic with Gujarat and Bihar example

Iltija Mufti hits out at Omar Abdullah over liquor ban logic with Gujarat and Bihar example

PDP leader Iltija Mufti sharply criticized Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah for refusing an alcohol ban, arguing his justification—that Hindus may drink because religion permits it—doesn’t add up. Posting on X, Mufti demanded to know how Hindu-majority states like Gujarat and Bihar managed alcohol prohibitions “without a whimper.” She also said Abdullah dismissed religious sensibilities of the majority with indifference. Abdullah, meanwhile, defended his stance by saying people aren’t being forced to drink.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Iltija Mufti social media blocked after sharing Geelani video as case filed by police

Iltija Mufti social media blocked after sharing Geelani video as case filed by police

Iltija Mufti’s social media account was blocked in India after she shared a video of the late Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani. Jammu and Kashmir Police registered a case tied to the video. The PDP criticized the move, saying silencing voices will not solve Kashmir’s underlying issues.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Jammu Kashmir education minister orders week long probe after Amar Singh college harassment protest

Jammu Kashmir education minister orders week long probe after Amar Singh college harassment protest

Jammu and Kashmir authorities suspended the principal and an assistant professor of Amar Singh College after protests erupted on campus over a harassment allegation. Education Minister Sakina Itoo ordered a week-long, time-bound inquiry, directing investigators to examine not only the incident but also the role of outsiders in the demonstrations. Reports say the probe will conclude with findings and next steps.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 8 May 2026
Jammu Srinagar Vande Bharat Express begins today slashing travel time to five hours

Jammu Srinagar Vande Bharat Express begins today slashing travel time to five hours

The first Jammu–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express starts today, with a direct journey taking about five hours—an order-of-magnitude improvement for travellers across difficult terrain. Operating with 20 coaches, it will run six days a week, excluding Tuesdays. Fares are set between Rs 715 and Rs 1,515, aiming for dependable, all-weather connectivity.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Balbir Singh takes charge of Chinar Corps as Kashmir security tightens on two fronts

Balbir Singh takes charge of Chinar Corps as Kashmir security tightens on two fronts

Lieutenant General Balbir Singh has assumed command of the Chinar Corps, the Indian Army’s key formation in the Kashmir Valley, as counter-terror operations remain active. The leadership change signals sharper attention to securing the Line of Control while also sustaining internal stability and peace across the region.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026

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Under Construction Bridge Collapses in J and K Bantalab 5 to 7 Workers Feared Trapped

Under Construction Bridge Collapses in J and K Bantalab 5 to 7 Workers Feared Trapped

A bridge under construction in Bantalab, Jammu and Kashmir, collapsed on Friday, triggering fears that 5 to 7 laborers may be trapped under debris. Emergency teams, including the Army and local police, have rushed to the site to carry out search and rescue operations amid ongoing efforts to reach the workers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 1 May 2026
Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off direct Jammu Srinagar Vande Bharat from May 2

Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off direct Jammu Srinagar Vande Bharat from May 2

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has launched the first direct Vande Bharat Express connecting Jammu and Srinagar. The 20-coach train links the two capitals of Jammu and Kashmir, aiming to reduce travel time and give a tourism boost. Prime Minister Narendra Modi previously inaugurated the Katra to Srinagar Vande Bharat in June 2025, and the new direct service is set to begin on May 2.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 30 Apr 2026
Jammu Kashmir High Court ends PSA detention of AAP MLA Mehraj Malik after misuse finding

Jammu Kashmir High Court ends PSA detention of AAP MLA Mehraj Malik after misuse finding

The J&K and Ladakh High Court has quashed the Public Safety Act detention of AAP MLA Mehraj Malik, who has been held since September 2025. The court ruled the detention was unjustified and amounted to misuse of the PSA. Malik was booked after criticizing a district magistrate, and the Chief Minister also said the detention was unwarranted.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Shivraj Singh Chouhan to launch 330 road projects worth Rs 3550 crore in Jammu and Kashmir

Shivraj Singh Chouhan to launch 330 road projects worth Rs 3550 crore in Jammu and Kashmir

Shivraj Singh Chouhan is set to launch Batch-II under PMGSY-IV, promising faster connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir. The plan includes 330 new road projects spanning 1,600 kilometres and costing Rs 3,550 crore. Officials say the roads will benefit 363 habitations, aiming to strengthen rural access and spur local development in the region.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026

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Jammu DIG issues warning to tighten Kathua border security and crack down on drugs

Jammu DIG issues warning to tighten Kathua border security and crack down on drugs

Jammu DIG Shridhar Patil has called for heightened vigilance along the Kathua border, urging officers to maintain strict alertness and coordination to stop anti-national elements. He stressed robust checking, increased patrolling and better information flow among security agencies. The meeting also focused on speeding up crime investigations under Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, targeting offenders and drug smugglers to protect public safety.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026
Mehbooba Mufti claims 12000 FIR revocations as she slams Omar Abdullah government

Mehbooba Mufti claims 12000 FIR revocations as she slams Omar Abdullah government

Mehbooba Mufti said she regretfully tightened the Public Safety Act on youth during her tenure, while taking credit for revoking 12,000 FIRs against young people. She criticized the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government for its handling of similar issues, urging PDP workers to stay united and gear up for upcoming elections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
JDF opens Baramulla office and vows to contest polls under India constitution

JDF opens Baramulla office and vows to contest polls under India constitution

Jammu and Kashmir Justice and Development Front (JDF), backed by Jamaat-e-Islami, has inaugurated an office in Baramulla and rejected claims about its activities being “misconceptions in Delhi.” The group said it plans to participate in upcoming elections under the Constitution of India, even amid a ban on Jamaat-e-Islami. It also sought to clarify its intent and role in politics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Jammu Kashmir crackdown bulldozes homes and destroys opium fields to choke terror funding

Jammu Kashmir crackdown bulldozes homes and destroys opium fields to choke terror funding

Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified anti-narco-terrorism operations, bulldozing alleged traffickers’ homes, uprooting opium fields, and stripping offenders. Officials say the campaign targets drug networks that allegedly bankroll terrorism through cross-border links. The crackdown is framed as both disrupting supply chains and cutting off financing, with police expanding actions beyond raids to seize the infrastructure and crops tied to trafficking.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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MBBS Admission Row Sparks Jammu Protests After LG Effigy Burns Over Batch Composition

MBBS Admission Row Sparks Jammu Protests After LG Effigy Burns Over Batch Composition

Protests erupted at Jammu’s Lok Bhawan as Hindu groups, led by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, burned an effigy of LG Manoj Sinha. The anger stems from allegations over the composition of the first MBBS batch at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence, with protesters demanding cancellation of admissions after many selected candidates, they claim, were drawn disproportionately from a particular group.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Modi and leaders vow India won’t bow to terrorism at Pahalgam memorial anniversary

Modi and leaders vow India won’t bow to terrorism at Pahalgam memorial anniversary

On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam attack, politicians, tourists and locals gathered at the Baisaran memorial to pay tribute to 26 victims. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and LG Manoj Sinha reiterated India’s resolve against terrorism, as the attack on April 22, 2025 claimed 25 tourists and a local ponywala. Organizers stressed the country remains united against terror.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Indian Army Remembers Op Sindoor as Pahalgam Attack Anniversary Approaches

Indian Army Remembers Op Sindoor as Pahalgam Attack Anniversary Approaches

Ahead of the first anniversary of the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army recalled Operation Sindoor. The terrorist strike, backed by Pakistan, killed 26 civilians as attackers entered a village near the tourist spot. The Army urged terrorists not to cross India’s boundaries, tying the remembrance to an unmistakable deterrent message.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
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