Today’s Top news headlines from Jammu and Kashmir.

Today’s Top news headlines from Jammu and Kashmir.

1. BSF Thwarts Infiltration Attempt: The Border Security Force (BSF) successfully foiled an infiltration attempt along the International Border in the RS Pura sector of Jammu, recovering a cache of arms and ammunition.
2. Record Voter Turnout in J&K Elections: The first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections saw high voter participation, with several districts, particularly in Jammu, reporting record turnouts.
3. Fierce Competition in Key Assembly Constituencies: Intense political contests are underway in constituencies like Anantnag, Pahalgam, and Doda as both regional and national parties vie for power in the ongoing assembly elections.
4. Election Campaigns Heat Up: BJP, Congress, and regional parties like the National Conference (NC) and PDP are ramping up their campaigns across J&K ahead of the second phase of elections.
5. Security Tightened Across Kashmir: With the elections in full swing, security measures have been intensified across the Valley to ensure peaceful polling and prevent any disruptions.
6. Increase in Youth Voter Participation: A significant number of first-time and young voters between the ages of 18-29 have shown active participation in the ongoing elections.
7. Unemployment Crisis in Focus: As elections continue, unemployment remains a critical issue, with local parties promising job creation and economic development as key election planks.
8. Drug Abuse on the Rise in Kashmir: Authorities have flagged concerns over rising drug abuse cases in Kashmir, with political parties addressing the issue as part of their election campaigns.
9. Omar Abdullah Promises Change: National Conference leader Omar Abdullah pledged significant reforms and restoration of J&K’s special status if voted to power.
10. Handwara to Receive District Status: The government has announced plans to grant district status to Handwara, with promises of new educational institutions to follow.

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