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EU Delegation To Take J&K Tour To Assess Ground-level Situation
The Centre is preparing to take a 20-member European Union delegation in Jammu and Kashmir during February 17-18. Reportedly, the envoys will assess the condition of the valley post Article 370 revocation and recently concluded first District Development Council elections. Besides, the delegation will interact with residents of the valley, including leaders, traders, journalists and citizens. Interestingly, the visit has come days after the… read-more
Tags: Jammu and Kashmir, European Union, Article 370, DDC-Elections
Courtesy: The New Indian Express
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J&K DDC Poll: BJP Wins 75; Gupkar Declaration Settles With 110 Seats
The Jammu and Kashmir State Election Commission has announced results for 278 out of 280 constituencies in District Development Council elections. In the first elections after the abrogation of Article 370, the BJP has emerged as the single largest party with 75 seats. Besides, the Gupkar Declaration has won 110 seats. While the independent candidates won 50 seats, the Indian National Congress has settled with 26 seats.
Tags: DDC-Elections, Jammu and Kashmir, BJP, PAGD, Gupkar Alliance, Congress
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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Militants Attack in J&K's Anantnag District; Injured DDC Candidate
Militants in Jammu & Kashmir's Anantnag district opened fire which injured a leader contesting in the ongoing District Development Council (DDC) elections. The candidate, identified as Anees-ul-Islam of J&K's Apni Party was electing from the Sagam area of Kokernag region. After being shot in arm, he hurried to a sub-divisional hospital of Kokernag for the treatment. Later, the military officials barricaded the area in-order to arrest… read-more
Tags: kashmir, DDC-Elections, Terrorists, Gunshots, Militants
Courtesy: Kashmir Observer
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J&K Records 49% Voter Turnout In 2nd Phase Of DDC Elections
Despite unfavourable weather conditions, 49% voter turnout was recorded in the 2nd phase of Jammu and Kashmir's DDC elections. The elections for the second-phase were held on December 1 in 43 constituencies of the J&K. Active participation of the voters was reported since the early hours of December 1. During the first phase of DDC… read-more
Tags: DDC-Elections, Jammu and Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir elections, National news
Courtesy: The Times of India
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J&K DDC Elections: About 52% Voter Turnout Recorded In 1st Phase
The first phase of the District Development Council election held in Jammu and Kashmir on November 28 witnessed 51.76% voter turnout. The voting was carried out in 43 constituencies - 25 from Kashmir and 18 from Jammu. National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah lauded the participation from citizens despite the unfavorable weather conditions.… read-more
Tags: DDC-Elections, Jammu and Kashmir, National news, Political News
Courtesy: Times Now
