In 2019, HM Amit Shah moved a resolution revoking Article 370 from J&K in Rajya Sabha on August 05. The resolution was passed and PM Modi-led Centre scrapped Article 370 of the Indian Constitution. It also brought an end to the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution. Even after 5 years, the abrogation of Article 370 still haunts Pakistan, one of the biggest setbacks internationally. Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar called abrogation of Article 370 a “very painful, extreme step”. Notably, the strained ties between India and its neighbours has hit Pakistan’s trade severely. Reeling under economic crisis, Ishaq Dar called for “seriously examine” of trade with India. On the other side, Modi govt’s strategy of prioritising development has begun showing results in J&K. In the path of development, the state has witnessed the expenditure of the highest-ever funds in the financial year 2022-23. To attract investment, Centre, UT admin focused on reforms such as ease of doing business, land and capital provisions.
25 March,2024 04:08 PM IST
Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's big shoutout to her latest release 'Article 370', which has opened to positive reviews and has been making brisk business at the box office, actor Yami Gautam on February 26 said, "It was an honor". Film Director Aditya Suhas Jambhale and Producer Aditya Dhar expressed gratitude for the response to the film. Addressing an event during his recent visit to Jammu, Prime Minister Modi brought up the film, which is based on the events leading up to the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, saying, "I have been told that a film titled 'Article 370' is releasing this week. It is good that a film has been made on this subject. Apart from entertaining audiences, it will also raise awareness of the events that prompted us to take this decision. It will put them up to speed with facts."
27 February,2024 10:51 AM IST
After Farooq Abdullah’s ‘Let J&K go to hell’ remark sparked furore, the National Conference chief issued a clarification. While talking to ANI, Farooq said, “We will not stand with any another country, but at least respect us, try to win our hearts. This is why I used these words. I am clarifying”. A day after the Supreme Court upheld the abrogation of Article 370, National Conference Chief and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on December 12 said on the Article 370 Verdict, “Let Jammu and Kashmir go to hell. They (Government) made Jammu and Kashmir a hell.” In a landmark move, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 of J&K on Dec 11. A 5-Judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”.
12 December,2023 06:01 PM IST
A day after the Supreme Court upheld the abrogation of Article 370, National Conference Chief and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on December 12 said on the Article 370 Verdict, “Let Jammu and Kashmir go to hell. They (Government) made Jammu and Kashmir a hell.” In a landmark move, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 of J&K on Dec 11. A 5-Judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”. The Apex Court has directed ECI to conduct elections to the Legislative Assembly of J&K by Sept 2024. PM Modi in a tweet, welcomed the verdict terming it historic, a beacon of hope and a promise of a brighter future.
12 December,2023 05:16 PM IST
Marking another day in the history of J&K, the Supreme Court on Dec 11 upheld the abrogation of Article 370. The SC’s Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 which gave special status to J&K. A 5-judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the Article 370 verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”. Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed the SC’s verdict. Amid the decision Home Minister Amit Shah lashed out at the Opposition over their stance over the article. He further advised Oppostion to take SC’s verdict as lesson and asked them to improve.
12 December,2023 10:56 AM IST | Mumbai
Marking another day in the history of J&K, the Supreme Court on Dec 11 upheld the abrogation of Article 370. The SC’s Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 which gave special status to J&K. A 5-Judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the Article 370 verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”. Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed the SC’s verdict and said, “It proves, Govt’s decision was constitutional”. Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2019 in both houses. Notably, Supreme Court asked the Election Commission to hold J&K Assembly elections by Sept 2024. On August 5, 2019, the Central Government announced the revocation of the special status of J&K granted under Article 370.
11 December,2023 05:16 PM IST
In a landmark move, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench unanimously upheld the abrogation of Article 370 of J&K on Dec 11. A 5-Judge bench led by CJI DY Chandrachud pronounced the verdict and called Article 370 “Temporary Provision”. The Apex Court has directed ECI to conduct elections to the Legislative Assembly of J&K by Sept 2024. President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, Dr Adish C Aggarwala hailed the Apex Court’s decision. While some political leaders welcomed the Article 370 verdict, others expressed their disappointment. PM Modi in a tweet, welcomed the verdict terming it historic, a beacon of hope and a promise of a brighter future.
11 December,2023 02:50 PM IST
The Supreme Court of India on Monday upheld the abrogation of Article 370 in a five-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud. While some political leaders welcomed the Article 370 verdict, others expressed their disappointment. PM Modi in a tweet, welcomed the verdict terming it historic, a beacon of hope and a promise of a brighter future. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah and Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) President and former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad expressed their disappointment. On the other hand, Senior Congress leader and Maharaja Hari Singh's son Karan Singh and Shiv Sena(UBT) MP Arvind Sawant welcomed the verdict.
11 December,2023 02:39 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
