Srinagar News

Mirwaiz threatens Kashmir mainstream politicians of social boycott

The separatist Hurriyat Conference Monday asked mainstream politicians in Jammu and Kashmir to pull out of the election process or 'face social boycott in the future'.4:30 PM on November 10

Kashmir fruit traders to suspend trade across Line of Control

Fruit growers and traders in the Kashmir Valley have decided not to send their consignments across the Line of Control (LoC) Tuesday due to lack of communication, banking arrangements and contact with traders across the border.1:00 PM on November 10

No Friday prayers in Srinagar's Jamia Masjid

Friday prayers were not allowed in Srinagar's historic Jamia Masjid as strict curfew-like restrictions remained in force for the second day here to foil separatists' proposed rally at the main mosque of Kashmir.8:30 PM on November 07

Rehman Rahi, a true poet of Kashmiriyat

He is truly a poet of 'Kashmiriyat' who has boldly voiced the pain and agony incurred by the land of peace and love during two decades of violence. That's how fans and friends describe Rehman Rahi, the recipient of this year's Jnanpith award - India's highest literary honour.12:30 PM on November 07

Curfew like restrictions in Srinagar for second day running

Strict curfew like restrictions remained in force for the second day Friday in Jammu and Kashmir summer capital Srinagar after the separatist joint coordination committee re-scheduled its proposed march to the Jamia Mosque in the old city to Friday.10:31 AM on November 07

National Conference releases final list for Kashmir polls

Depending mostly on its stalwarts to come to power in Jammu and Kashmir, the National Conference Thursday released a list of its remaining candidates for the assembly elections.7:30 PM on November 06

Abdul Gani Lone's daughter to contest Kashmir polls

Shabnum Gani Lone, daughter of slain separatist leader Abdul Gani Lone, has decided to contest the state assembly election from north Kashmir's Kupwara constituency, an official said.6:02 PM on November 06

Curfew like restrictions in Srinagar to prevent separatists' march

Curfew like restrictions were enforced here Thursday to prevent a march by separatists to the Jamia mosque in the old city area of Nowhatta. Shops, traffic, educational institutions, banks and other business establishments remained closed in the city. Local and central reserve police force (CRPF) personnel were out in strength.12:00 PM on November 06

'Lamha' will depict Kashmir's pain, says director Dholakia

Bollywood filmmaker Rahul Dholakia, Wednesday said that his forthcoming movie 'Lamha' would depict the pain and suffering of Kashmir even though it was essentially a love story.9:32 PM on November 05

Mirwaiz welcomes Obama's victory

The victory of Barack Obama as the next president of the United States Wednesday was welcomed by Kashmiri leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.9:30 PM on November 05

Election not for Kashmir resolution: Farooq Abdullah

Former chief minister and National Conference patron Farooq Abdullah Wednesday said the elections were not to solve the 60-year-old Kashmir issue.4:00 PM on November 05

Poll notification for third phase issued in Kashmir

Five constituencies of north Kashmir Kupwara district will go to polls Nov 30 during the third round of seven-phase assembly election in Jammu and Kashmir.9:02 PM on November 04

Another trade convoy crosses LoC in Kashmir

Twenty-eight lorries loaded with goods crossed the Line of Control (LoC) - the de facto border between India and Pakistan in Kashmir - as part of the trade between the two countries that was resumed last month.9:01 PM on November 04

Hizb militant escapes from Kashmir court

A top Hizbul-Mujahedin operative escaped from a court premises in south Kashmir Tuesday after unidentified gunmen opened fire at his police escort, officials said.7:00 PM on November 04

Congress fields known faces from Kashmir Valley

The Congress party has released a list of 31 candidates for the assembly elections in the Kashmir Valley, featuring the names of some former legislators and prominent local leaders.4:00 PM on November 04