Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge appointed Channi and Agnihotri as AICC Senior Observers for J-K polls. Channi is the former chief minister of Punjab while Agnihotri is the deputy chief minister of Himachal Pradesh.
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections: Over 64 candidates are competing in the elections in Anantnag district, followed by 45 in Pulwama, 27 in Doda, 25 in Kulgam, 22 in Kishtwar, 21 in Shopian, and 15 in Ramban. Nine candidates are running in 48-Inderwal AC in Kishtwar district.
During a rally in Kishtwar, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress-NC alliance, attacking Omar Abdullah for his comments on Afzal Guru and warning of a return to instability if the opposition gains power in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Congress party launched its manifesto, pledging to restore statehood, rehabilitate Kashmiri Pandits, and provide better healthcare and job opportunities.
Hot seats in Jammu-Kashmir Assembly Election 2024: There are 90 seats in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly. One among them is Kishtwar where BJP, NC and PDP are locked in a triangular fight.
Hot Seats in Jammu-Kashmir Assembly Election 2024: Jammu and Kashmir will witness polling in three phases to elect representatives for the 90-seat Assembly. The first phase of polling begins on September 18, followed by September 25 and October 1. Counting of votes will be held on October 8.
Hot seats in Jammu-Kashmir Assembly Election 2024: Banihal Assembly constituency which will go to polls on September 18, is likely to see a triangular contest among Congress, its ally NC and PDP.
J&K: Addressing a public rally in Kishtwar, Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Congress-National Conference alliance of promoting terrorism in the valley.
A total of three terrorists were killed by security forces in the encounter in Baramulla last week. The footage of one of them trying to escape was captured in the drone camera, further showing him being gunned down by the forces.
Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) was banned by the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2019. The ban was extended for another five years in 2024. The leaders of JEI are contesting as independents on various assembly seats in J-K.
The encounter broke out when the security forces were conducting the search operation based on a tip-off on Sunday morning.
Hot seats: Voting has begun in the Dooru Assembly constituency today and the seat will witness a fierce four-way contest between Congress, PDP, Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party and the Democratic Progressive Azad Party.
Hot seats: The Anantnag Assembly constituency, which is voting today (September 18), is witnessing a competitive race with multiple candidates vying for the seat.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in Doda is the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 42 years. The security has been ramped up in the region for the mega rally.
Jammu-Kashmir encounter: At least 2-3 more terrorists are trapped in the Chak Tapper Kreeri Pattan area of Baramulla.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh reviewed the preparations in Doda, where PM Modi will address a public rally on September 14 for the assembly elections, scheduled to start on September 18. The polling will be held in three phases and the result will be declared on October 8.
Encounter in Jammu and Kashmir: Reportedly 2-3 terrorists are trapped in the area. At least 4 Army jawans were injured in the attack and one has been shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Hot seats in Jammu-Kashmir Assembly Election 2024: There are 90 seats in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly. Out of these, seven seats are reserved for the scheduled castes and nine seats for scheduled tribes. The remaining seats are unreserved.
Hot seats: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections are being conducted in three phases starting today (September 18). The vote counting will take place on October 8.
The army said the recovery is significant considering the prevailing security situation and upcoming events.
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