SRINAGAR: The J&K govt dismissed from service Tuesday three temporary workers of the Jal Shakti department, citing FIRs registered against them at different police stations for their alleged involvement in “anti-national activities”.Liyaqat Ali Bhagwan, Kousar Hussain Bhagwan and Showkat Ahmad Zargar’s dismissal on the financial commissioner’s recommendation marks a departure from CM Omar Abdullah’s criticism of previous such steps by lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha’s administration. Like PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, also an ex-CM, Omar has consistently argued that such cases should go through courts and due legal process rather than be decided on suspicion.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelCommercial LPG Supply Disruption: Hotels face shutdowns in major cities; govt forms panelHow much has US-Iran war hit India’s oil, LPG, LNG supply? Top 10 points to know on petrol, diesel prices, LPG supplyLiyaqat and Kousar, both from Jammu’s Kishtwar region, and Showkat, a native of Bijbehara in south Kashmir, have all been charged under sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Showkat is also being tried for attempt to murder along with illegal possession and use of arms under sections 7 and 27 of the Arms Act.The charges against Liyaqat and Kousar include terrorism, unlawful associations, and supporting or harbouring terrorists.Before elections in J&K in 2024, the gubernatorial administration dismissed from service more than 80 govt employees under Article 311 of the Constitution, which authorises termination without a formal inquiry in specified circumstances, such as for an employee’s alleged involvement in anti-national activities. The list of sacked staffers includes teachers in govt schools.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUAE Ambassador Slams Tehran Strikes, Says India’s Voice ‘Carries Weight’ In West Asia‘Iran’s New Leader Won’t Live In Peace’, Says Trump; Tehran warns ‘Beware, Lest You Be Eliminated’’Om Birla Perfected Art Of Turning Off Microphones Of Oppn MPs’: Explosive Mahua Moitra In Lok SabhaPost-Operation Sindoor, India Formalises Its Military Transformation Blueprint With Vision 2047’There’s Only One Leader Who…’: Priyanka’s Counter-Attack On Rijiju’s ‘Hug And Wink’ Dig At RahulAsaduddin Owaisi Questions Legality Of Speaker Role During No-Confidence Motion In Lok SabhaGaurav Gogoi Targets Kiren Rijiju Over Interruptions, Amit Shah Hits Back With ‘Irresponsible’ Jibe’Is Rahul Gandhi Above Speaker?’ Kiren Rijiju Slams Opposition During Motion Against Om BirlaCentre Invokes Essential Commodities Act To Regulate LPG Supply Amid Iran War’Baseless’: BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad Blasts KC Venugopal’s ‘Constitutional Vacuum’ Charge123Photostories10 countries with the most cultural influence in the worldLPG Gas Cylinder Shortage: 7 popular gas-stove dishes you can make in a microwaveRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s Pradhanam-Mehendi festivities were a kaleidoscope of couture and tradition | See photosFake turmeric powder in the market? How to check the purity of turmeric powder at home and 5 ways to consume itInterstellar, Einstein and the strange elasticity of timeRumoured couple Trisha Krishnan and Vijay Thalapathy step out in matching style – is this twinning intentional?Inside Mohammed Siraj’s Car Collection: 5 luxury cars owned by the Indian fast bowlerNormal BP but frequent headaches? Cardiologist explains hidden hypertension warning signs and why regular monitoring is key to preventing heart disease6 traditional underground ovens from around the world that you need to know aboutVijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna to Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli: Bollywood’s most talked-about wedding invitation cards123Hot PicksGold Price Prediction TodayUAE Travel AlertSaudi AramcoDelhi-Manchester IndiGo flightIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIran War Impact on IndiaParliament Budget SessionUS Strike on Iran OilBengal assembly electionsUS military strikes IranGold Price Prediction TodayIran WarE-7 Wedgetail AircraftHormuzChhattisgarh High Court
SRINAGAR: The J&K govt dismissed from service Tuesday three temporary workers of the Jal Shakti department, citing FIRs registered against them at different police stations for their alleged involvement in “anti-national activities”.Liyaqat Ali Bhagwan, Kousar Hussain Bhagwan and Showkat Ahmad Zargar’s dismissal on the financial commissioner’s recommendation marks a departure from CM Omar Abdullah’s criticism of previous such steps by lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha’s administration. Like PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, also an ex-CM, Omar has consistently argued that such cases should go through courts and due legal process rather than be decided on suspicion.Liyaqat and Kousar, both from Jammu’s Kishtwar region, and Showkat, a native of Bijbehara in south Kashmir, have all been charged under sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Showkat is also being tried for attempt to murder along with illegal possession and use of arms under sections 7 and 27 of the Arms Act.The charges against Liyaqat and Kousar include terrorism, unlawful associations, and supporting or harbouring terrorists.Before elections in J&K in 2024, the gubernatorial administration dismissed from service more than 80 govt employees under Article 311 of the Constitution, which authorises termination without a formal inquiry in specified circumstances, such as for an employee’s alleged involvement in anti-national activities. The list of sacked staffers includes teachers in govt schools.
