SRINAGAR: Nearly two years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed to have resolved the Kashmir issue during a public meeting in the Anand district of Gujarat on October 10, 2022, the Kashmir valley, witnessing elections to local assembly after 10 years, is reviberating with the roars of resolving the same issue.

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Aug 22, 2024 · The assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir come amid significant political upheaval, following the 2019 abrogation of the region's autonomy and its division into two union territories. With the legislative powers now largely under the control of the centrally appointed Lieutenant Governor, local political parties face a dilemma: participate in elections for a largely symbolic legislature or ...

2 days ago · The local communities of Sukhnag and Tosa Maidan are waging a fight for survival against capitalist mining ventures and legal battles that strip them of their traditional livelihoods. The once harmonious relationship with the Sukhnag River is now marred by large-scale industrial extraction, disrupting the ecological balance and impoverishing the locals. Despite grassroots resistance and ...

Dec 21, 2024 · This cyclical winter tradition has shaped Kashmir’s lifestyle and culinary habits over generations. Residents rely on traditional foods to sustain them through the frigid months, with dishes like Hokh Syun (dried vegetables), Al Hach (dried bottle gourd), and smoked or sun-dried fish forming staple diets.

Kashmir Times is an independent news organization, supported by readers and concerned citizens. We publish in-depth coverage and analysis from Jammu & Kashmir, South Asia and rest of the world with focus on politics, conflict, democracy, human rights, environment, and much more. We are also building an open access online library containing books, documents, reports and research papers on J&K.

5 days ago · The recent assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir saw the National Conference (NC) emerge victorious, but the Chenab Valley remains politically sidelined despite securing four MLAs. This exclusion has triggered widespread discontent among residents who feel neglected and marginalized. Key issues such as inadequate infrastructure, poor healthcare, and lack of employment opportunities persist ...

Dec 17, 2023 · Jehangir Rashid SRINAGAR: As temperatures dip in Kashmir Valley, the power crisis with 12-14 hours of scheduled curtailment and additional unscheduled cuts shows no signs of abating.

Sep 26, 2024 · SRINAGAR: Nearly two years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed to have resolved the Kashmir issue during a public meeting in the Anand district of Gujarat on October 10, 2022, the Kashmir valley, witnessing elections to local assembly after 10 years, is reviberating with the roars of resolving the same issue.

Feb 13, 2024 · According to Tariq, “The prices are always determined by a complex interplay of demand and supply. Currently, high demand across the country, including in Kashmir, has led to an export ban on rice to ensures domestic availability for the country’s 81 crore population, including the 14.32 lakh ration card holders in Kashmir who receive subsidized rice under the Public Distribution System ...