The NIA chargesheet says Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind has evolved from a forest insurgency model into a technology driven urban terror network. Intelligence cited in the document attributes the shift to Pakistan-based handlers who replaced the Zakir Musa era’s visual propaganda with a pan-India digital system built to link Kashmir militancy to wider global jihadist goals. Investigators also describe a doctor terror module tied to Umer Un Nabi and allege encrypted recruitment bypassed traditional command structures, with AQIS and ISI influence.
Jammu and Kashmir politics hit a new high in Srinagar as the BJP accused the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government of prioritising “revenue over morality” by allowing liquor shops. BJP spokesperson Altaf Thakur warned that if licensing policy isn’t reversed, party workers will physically shut outlets and keep protests going. The BJP also demanded a complete ban on sale and purchase in the Kashmir division. Omar Abdullah defended the approach, saying no new shops are opening and alcohol is only permitted where religious beliefs allow choice.
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At 10,269 feet in north Kashmir’s Sadhana Pass, India’s Army and the J&K administration inaugurated a new checkpoint and the Shaurya Gatha war museum. Set on the Shamshabari Range, the integrated transit facility includes airport-style infrastructure, frisking protocols, and trained dogs aimed at stopping narcotics smuggling. The museum, built by the 28 Infantry Division and 104 Brigade, preserves Tangdhar’s role in three India-Pakistan wars, including a viewpoint honouring Brigadier Harbaksh Singh. Officials also promoted battlefield tourism and cultural heritage.
Srinagar Police have intensified their anti-narcotics drive under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, registering 101 cases and arresting 143 accused. The operation also seized heroin, charas, ganja and psychotropic tablets, using a multi-pronged approach that mixes enforcement, regulation and public outreach across Kashmir communities.
Jammu and Kashmir’s fight over licensed alcohol sales has turned into a political flashpoint, with Omar Abdullah defending regulated shops while opponents demand stricter limits. But alongside the louder liquor debate, a more severe crisis is worsening: rising drug addiction tied to narcotics trade, crime, and families struggling to protect the valley’s youth.
A viral video from Budgam district in central Kashmir shows a mob in Magam Beerwah repeatedly beating a stray dog with heavy stones and wooden sticks until it dies. The footage triggered widespread outrage online, with animal rights advocates demanding swift action. Police have registered an FIR under the Animal Cruelty Act, signaling possible legal consequences for those involved.
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Lieutenant General Balbir Singh assumed charge of the Chinar Corps in Srinagar, bringing over 34 years of service and deep experience in counter-terrorism operations. He paid tribute to fallen soldiers and promised close coordination with the civil administration and people of Kashmir to strengthen peace and stability. He also called for broad societal cooperation to tackle persistent regional challenges.
Srinagar is undergoing major repairs and beautification ahead of the return of the Darbar Move, a long-running government tradition. Roads and walkways are being repainted and restored, and the Civil Secretariat is set to reopen on Monday. The shift moves administration between Jammu and Srinagar, dating back to 1872 before being paused and now revived.
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah has urged the return of Kashmiri Pandits to their ancestral homes, calling their departure the biggest loss for the region. He said Kashmir should remain a shared homeland where all communities can live and thrive together, positioning the issue as central to future coexistence and stability.
Jammu and Kashmir’s administration has declared Jamia Siraj-ul-Uloom, affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami, an unlawful association under UAPA. The order cites alleged covert links to the banned group, financial irregularities, and concerns that the institution may be tied to radicalisation or extremist activity. The move raises pressure on how religious education bodies are monitored in the region.
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A Kashmiri man reported missing in Sharjah has been found imprisoned, fined, and threatened with deportation after authorities linked him to an Iran related social media post. The case follows another detention of Kashmiri expatriates in Gulf countries within weeks, underscoring how overseas residents can face serious legal action over online activity.
For years, authorities cited falling violence and a tourism boom in Kashmir as signs militancy was fading. But the April 22 Pahalgam attack points to a shift: investigators say the assault involved planned entry through forests, with AK-47s and M4 carbines, and targeting a meadow reachable only by foot or horseback. The threat appears to be adapting, not disappearing.
A year after the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, Col Lamba revisited Operation Sindoor, recalling the war strategy and the difficult balance India faces now. While public pressure for stronger action grows, he warned that escalation risks remain high, turning the Valley’s fragile return to normal into a deeper strategic test for 2026.
ETS has opened its first dedicated TOEFL and GRE test centre in Kashmir, marking the first such facility by a global assessment organization in the region. The move is expected to reduce travel and access barriers for local students aiming for international higher education, and provides a dedicated venue for major exam preparation and testing.
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After a record Mahakumbh rush kicked off 2025, Indian aviation spiralled into a string of shocks. A deadly Air India crash in Ahmedabad revived fears of flying, while IndiGo’s near-grounding added fresh panic. The year’s crisis mood also echoed beyond airlines, following violence in Pahalgam that disrupted tourism and escalated tensions with Pakistan.
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