Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the significance of the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir as a testament to India's democracy. Speaking at a rally in Gurez, Singh highlighted India's readiness to combat terrorism and criticized Pakistan's role in fostering it,

Residents of Indian-controlled Kashmir are participating in a local election under tight security, marking the first time in decades that separatist groups are not boycotting the vote. For decades, separatists in Kashmir boycotted elections,