September 29, 2024

Top news headlines from Jammu and Kashmir Sept 29, 2024.

Top news headlines from Jammu and Kashmir September 29, 2024.

PM Modi Reiterates Statehood Restoration for J&K: During a rally in Jammu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that Jammu and Kashmir’s Union Territory status is temporary, with a promise to restore full statehood once BJP secures electoral victory.

Security Tightened for Final Phase of Assembly Elections: Heightened security measures have been put in place across Jammu and Kashmir as the region approaches the last phase of assembly elections, with a special focus on volatile areas.

Increased Youth Voter Participation in Assembly Elections: There has been a notable rise in youth voter turnout during the ongoing elections, reflecting growing political engagement among the younger population in the region.

Terror Threat Issued Amid Elections: Intelligence agencies have alerted security forces to potential terror threats aimed at disrupting the final phase of the elections, leading to a ramp-up in security efforts.

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Shopian Encounter: Security Forces Kill Militant: An encounter in the Shopian district resulted in the death of a militant, with security forces continuing their anti-terror operations in South Kashmir.

Congress Focuses on Restoring Article 370 in Campaigns: Congress leaders have reiterated their commitment to restoring the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370, making it a key point in their election campaigns.

Winter Tourism Promotion Launched in Gulmarg and Pahalgam: The Jammu and Kashmir government is promoting winter sports and tourism in popular destinations like Gulmarg and Pahalgam ahead of the winter season to attract more visitors.

Jammu Real Estate Market Sees Surge in Demand: Jammu’s real estate market has experienced a significant boost, with growing demand for both residential and commercial properties.

Jammu Wins Inter-District Badminton Championship: The Jammu district badminton team clinched the victory in the UT-level inter-district championship, showcasing strong performances.