J&K’s decade of transformation under Modi govt brings fundamental change in socio-economic index

IANS | August 5, 2026 3:33 PM

Srinagar, Aug 5 (IANS) Not long ago, the local discourse on streets and bylanes of Jammu and Kashmir centred around violence, terrorism and how the security machinery was meddling in their lives. The past decade has, however, been 'rewarding and transformatory' for the Union Territory, bringing fundamental change in people’s lives and their socio-economic index.

Disrupting Assembly session grave injustice to youth, farmers, women, poor: CM Yogi

IANS | August 5, 2026 3:22 PM

Lucknow, Aug 5 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the Assembly proceedings have exposed the "undemocratic" and "unconstitutional" face of the Opposition, which is against Dalits, Backward Classes, youth, farmers, women, and the poor.

Savarkar opposed cow worship, favoured protection based on utility: Grandnephew tells court

IANS | August 5, 2026 3:12 PM

Pune, Aug 5 (IANS) Vinayak Damodar Savarkar regarded the cow as a "useful" animal deserving protection for its practical value to society, but did not support the idea of worshipping it as a deity, according to his grandnephew Satyaki Savarkar, who made the submission while deposing before a special MP/MLA Court in Pune.

Akhilesh Yadav targets UP govt over Ram Temple offerings row, law and order

IANS | August 5, 2026 2:54 PM

Lucknow, Aug 5 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday launched an attack on the Uttar Pradesh government over a range of issues, including the alleged Ram Temple offerings theft case, law and order, fertiliser availability for farmers, healthcare services, and road construction projects.

BJP's Bansuri Swaraj attacks Rahul over RSS remarks, questions his silence on Jharkhand exams row

IANS | August 5, 2026 2:22 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) BJP Member of Parliament Bansuri Swaraj on Wednesday slammed Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi over his recent remarks targeting the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), alleging that the Congress leader "lacks the vision for a positive agenda" and relies on accusations instead of constructive politics.

PoK unrest leaves Lashkar, Jaish, Hizbul leaderships on backfoot; weakens Kashmir narrative

Vicky Nanjappa | August 5, 2026 1:30 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) The ongoing confrontation between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has left several terror outfits increasingly frustrated.

'Rahul disrupting Parliament to avoid discussion', says BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia

IANS | August 5, 2026 1:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of deliberately disrupting Parliament to avoid a discussion on the Modi government's record of bringing fugitive offenders back to India from abroad.

How massive infrastructure push reshaped J&K's socio-economic landscape over past decade

IANS | August 5, 2026 1:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) Over the past decade, socio-economic growth, infrastructure expansion, and improved governance have redefined life and opportunities in Jammu and Kashmir, where “massive” socio-economic development, sustained infrastructure investments, and policy initiatives have transformed everyday life, and improved connectivity and governance continue to drive peace and economic growth, according to a report.

Article 370 abrogation: Peaceful J&K marks anniversary amid protest calls by NC, PDP

IANS | August 5, 2026 1:13 PM

Srinagar/Jammu, Aug 5 (IANS) Security was tightened across Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order on the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370.

J&K, Ladakh witnessed wide-ranging transformation since Article 370 abrogation: PM Modi

IANS | August 5, 2026 12:27 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) As India marked the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his government's commitment to the development and progress of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh and the people residing there.

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J&K’s decade of transformation under Modi govt brings fundamental change in socio-economic index

Disrupting Assembly session grave injustice to youth, farmers, women, poor: CM Yogi

Savarkar opposed cow worship, favoured protection based on utility: Grandnephew tells court

Akhilesh Yadav targets UP govt over Ram Temple offerings row, law and order

BJP's Bansuri Swaraj attacks Rahul over RSS remarks, questions his silence on Jharkhand exams row

PoK unrest leaves Lashkar, Jaish, Hizbul leaderships on backfoot; weakens Kashmir narrative

'Rahul disrupting Parliament to avoid discussion', says BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia

How massive infrastructure push reshaped J&K's socio-economic landscape over past decade

Article 370 abrogation: Peaceful J&K marks anniversary amid protest calls by NC, PDP

J&K, Ladakh witnessed wide-ranging transformation since Article 370 abrogation: PM Modi

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