J&K internet restrictions: SC sets up special panel
4 years, 7 months ago

J&K internet restrictions: SC sets up special panel

The Hindu  

The Jammu and Kashmir government’s orders do not reveal any reason for making mobile 4G Internet inaccessible across the Union Territory, the Supreme Court said in an order on Monday. On Monday, the apex court appointed a special committee led by the Union Home Secretary to “immediately” determine the necessity of continuing the restrictions in J&K. The court directed the panel to examine the “appropriateness” of the petitioners; suggestion to limit the Net restrictions to areas where it was necessary and allow faster Internet on a trial basis in certain geographical areas and advise the J&K government on it. Nevertheless, the court did not discount the Centre's reasons for the restrictions, which included “continuous infiltration, foreign influence, violent extremism and issues of national integrity prevalent in J&K”. We, therefore, find it appropriate to constitute a Special Committee comprising of the following Secretaries at national, as well as State, level to look into the prevailing circumstances and immediately determine the necessity of the continuation of the restrictions in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir,” the court observed.

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J&K Administration Revokes Restrictions On 4G Mobile Internet
3 years, 11 months ago

J&K Administration Revokes Restrictions On 4G Mobile Internet

Live Law  

After nearly 550 days since the suspension of high speed mobile internet on August 5, 2019 in the wake of the revocation of the special status of J&K, the Jammu and Kashmir Home Department on Friday revoked the restrictions on mobile 4G data services in the region.Pre-paid SIM card holders will be given access to internet connectivity only after verification …

'Slow Internet Speed Preventing Children Of Jammu and Kashmir From Continuing Education' : Private Schools Association Moves SC Again Seeking 4G Restoration
3 years, 11 months ago

'Slow Internet Speed Preventing Children Of Jammu and Kashmir From Continuing Education' : Private Schools Association Moves SC Again Seeking 4G Restoration

Live Law  

The Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir has filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court seeking the restoration of 4G internet services in the state, which have been suspended since the abrogation of J&K's special status on August 5, 2019.The association has said that slow internet speed is preventing children of Jammu and Kashmir from continuing their education …

J&K: High Speed Internet Ban Extended In All Districts, But 2 Till Nov 26
4 years, 1 month ago

J&K: High Speed Internet Ban Extended In All Districts, But 2 Till Nov 26

ABP News  

Barring twin districts of Ganderbal and Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir government extended high speed 3G and 4G internet ban across Jammu and Kashmir for two Weeks citing “apprehension of breach of peace” as the reason.While this high speed internet remains banned in the J&K since August 5, 2019 as the government has cited attempts to disrupt upcoming polls for which …

4G ban to be lifted from 2 Jammu and Kashmir districts on trial basis after August 15: Centre tells SC
4 years, 4 months ago

4G ban to be lifted from 2 Jammu and Kashmir districts on trial basis after August 15: Centre tells SC

India TV News  

The Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that a special committee looking into the issue of internet restoration in Jammu and Kashmir has decided to provide 4G internet access on a trial basis in limited areas of the union territory after August 15. A bench headed by Justice N V Ramana was told by Attorney General K K Venugopal, …

Jammu and Kashmir to get limited 4G access
4 years, 4 months ago

Jammu and Kashmir to get limited 4G access

The Hindu  

Venugopal informed the Supreme Court on Tuesday that 4G Internet access will be opened up after Independence Day in one district in each of Jammu and Kashmir’s divisions. The Centre, however, said a blanket removal of the 4G ban was not possible now, considering the “overall situation” and “threat perception” to national, border and local security. Appearing before a three-judge …

Supreme Court asks Centre if 4G Internet can be restored in select areas of J&K
4 years, 5 months ago

Supreme Court asks Centre if 4G Internet can be restored in select areas of J&K

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Union government to explain whether 4G Internet could be restored in select areas of Jammu and Kashmir where there was no trouble, saying even former Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor G.C. The court is hearing a contempt petition filed by Foundation for Media Professionals, an NGO, that a high-powered special committee was not …

High Speed Internet Ban in Jammu and Kashmir Extended till August 19
4 years, 5 months ago

High Speed Internet Ban in Jammu and Kashmir Extended till August 19

News 18  

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday extended ban on high speed internet in the union territory till August 19, 2020. An order issued by principal secretary home, Shaleen Kabra said restrictions on access to high speed internet through mobile data services have been necessitated in view of the misuse in planning and executing militant activities including attacks on security …

Will verify media reports of LG suggesting restoration of 4G Internet in J&K, Centre tells SC
4 years, 5 months ago

Will verify media reports of LG suggesting restoration of 4G Internet in J&K, Centre tells SC

The Hindu  

The Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that it would verify reports in the media quoting Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor G.C. In the last hearing, the Centre had informed the Supreme Court that a special committee chaired by Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla met twice on the need to review the restrictions placed on high-speed 4G Internet …

Are people in J&K citizens or subjects?
4 years, 5 months ago

Are people in J&K citizens or subjects?

The Hindu  

The Internet is often spoken about as a great equaliser. J&K Internet issue | Panel put off decision over terror attacks in Kashmir Valley, Centre tells Supreme Court A complete ban, and a challenge Yet, the government feels no compunction in doing precisely just this in Jammu and Kashmir. This petition pointed out that it had been eight months since …

J&K Internet issue | Panel put off decision over terror attacks in Kashmir Valley, Centre tells Supreme Court
4 years, 5 months ago

J&K Internet issue | Panel put off decision over terror attacks in Kashmir Valley, Centre tells Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Union government on Thursday informed the Supreme Court that a special committee chaired by Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla met twice on the need to review the restrictions placed on high-speed 4G Internet connection in Jammu and Kashmir but deferred a decision on the issue considering the “startling situation” of continued terror attacks in the Valley. Both Mr. …

J&K 4G Ban : No Contempt As Special Committee Already Constituted; Decision Taken, AG Tells SC
4 years, 5 months ago

J&K 4G Ban : No Contempt As Special Committee Already Constituted; Decision Taken, AG Tells SC

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Thursday granted one week time to the Centre and UT of Jammu & Kashmir to file their reply in the plea seeking contempt alleging non-compliance of the May 11 judgment of the Supreme Court, which had directed that a "Special Committee" be constituted to "immediately" to determine the necessity of continued restriction of mobile internet speeds …

[Breaking] J&K Internet Curbs : SC To Hear Tomorrow Contempt Plea Over Non-Constitution Of Special Committee To Review 4G Ban
4 years, 5 months ago

[Breaking] J&K Internet Curbs : SC To Hear Tomorrow Contempt Plea Over Non-Constitution Of Special Committee To Review 4G Ban

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear tomorrow the contempt petition filed by Foundation for Media Professionals over the non-constitution of Special Committee to review the ban on 4G speed internet in Jammu and Kashmir.A bench comprising Justices N V Ramana, R Subash Reddy and B R Gavai will hear the petition, which seeks contempt action against Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs …

J&K Govt Extends Internet Restrictions Even As SC Directions For Review By 'Special Committee' Await Compliance
4 years, 6 months ago

J&K Govt Extends Internet Restrictions Even As SC Directions For Review By 'Special Committee' Await Compliance

Live Law  

With another order being passed by the Jammu and Kashmir Administration, extending the restrictions on internet speed till 29thth July, the contempt petition filed by Foundation of Media Professionals against the failure of government officials in constituting a "Special Committee" to review internet restrictions in J&K as per Supreme Court directions comes to the fore as it is yet to …

Govt. ignoring SC order on J&K Internet curbs: plea
4 years, 7 months ago

Govt. ignoring SC order on J&K Internet curbs: plea

The Hindu  

A contempt of Supreme Court petition has been filed, making Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory B.V.R. On May 11, the Supreme Court, acting on a petition filed by the Foundation for Media Professionals, had directed the Centre and J&K to constitute a Special Committee with the Secretary, Union Ministry of …

Internet Speed Restrictions In Jammu And Kashmir Extended Till June 17
4 years, 7 months ago

Internet Speed Restrictions In Jammu And Kashmir Extended Till June 17

Live Law  

The Home Department of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has passed another Order, extending the restrictions on internet speed in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir till June 17, 2020. The Order comes after the Supreme Court had directed for the constitution of a "Special Committee" on 11th May, headed by the Secretary of the Union Ministry of …

The Supreme Court’s 4G Internet Order: Evasion by Abnegation
4 years, 7 months ago

The Supreme Court’s 4G Internet Order: Evasion by Abnegation

The Quint  

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Better Internet Desirable During Pandemic Lockdown; But Can't Ignore Terrorism Concerns : SC In J&K Pleas For 4G [Read Order]
4 years, 7 months ago

Better Internet Desirable During Pandemic Lockdown; But Can't Ignore Terrorism Concerns : SC In J&K Pleas For 4G [Read Order]

Live Law  

Better internet facilities are desirable during a global pandemic and a national lockdown, but the concerns of cross-border terrorism cannot be ignored, observed the Supreme Court while disposing of three writ petitions seeking restoration of 4G internet services in Jammu and Kashmir. "While it might be desirable and convenient to have better internet in the present circumstances, wherein there is …

[Updated] SC Refuses To Pass Orders For 4G Restoration In J&K; Asks Special Committee To Examine Issues Raised By Petitioners [Read Order]
4 years, 7 months ago

[Updated] SC Refuses To Pass Orders For 4G Restoration In J&K; Asks Special Committee To Examine Issues Raised By Petitioners [Read Order]

Live Law  

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Supreme Court to deliver verdict today in Jammu and Kashmir 4G mobile Internet case
4 years, 7 months ago

Supreme Court to deliver verdict today in Jammu and Kashmir 4G mobile Internet case

The Hindu  

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SC To Pronounce Orders On Pleas For 4G Speed Internet In Jammu and Kashmir Tomorrow
4 years, 7 months ago

SC To Pronounce Orders On Pleas For 4G Speed Internet In Jammu and Kashmir Tomorrow

Live Law  

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Lack Of 4G Net Affecting Health Services & Online Education In J&K, Submit Petitioners; SC Reserves Orders
4 years, 8 months ago

Lack Of 4G Net Affecting Health Services & Online Education In J&K, Submit Petitioners; SC Reserves Orders

Live Law  

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Terrorists inciting people via fake news, J&K tells SC; opposes 4G internet in UT
4 years, 8 months ago

Terrorists inciting people via fake news, J&K tells SC; opposes 4G internet in UT

The Hindu  

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Give reasons for not restoring 4G in J&K, SC tells Centre, UT
4 years, 8 months ago

Give reasons for not restoring 4G in J&K, SC tells Centre, UT

The Hindu  

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Centre Says "Militancy In J&K Cannot Be Overlooked" While Considering Plea Seeking Restoration Of 4G In J&K
4 years, 8 months ago

Centre Says "Militancy In J&K Cannot Be Overlooked" While Considering Plea Seeking Restoration Of 4G In J&K

Live Law  

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No Hindrance To COVID-19 Control Measures Due To 2G Net : J&K Admin Extends Internet Speed Curbs Till April 27 [Read Order]
4 years, 8 months ago

No Hindrance To COVID-19 Control Measures Due To 2G Net : J&K Admin Extends Internet Speed Curbs Till April 27 [Read Order]

Live Law  

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Respond to plea for 4G restoration in J&K, SC tells govt
4 years, 9 months ago

Respond to plea for 4G restoration in J&K, SC tells govt

The Hindu  

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2G Net Speed Imposed In J&K Amid Lockdown Virtually Takes Away Right To Internet, Says PIL Filed In SC
4 years, 9 months ago

2G Net Speed Imposed In J&K Amid Lockdown Virtually Takes Away Right To Internet, Says PIL Filed In SC

Live Law  

The decision of the Jammu and Kashmir government to restrict the speed of mobile internet as 2G amid the COVID-19 lockdown has been challenged in the Supreme Court.A Public Interest Litigation filed by one Soayib Qureshi, a Kashmir-based lawyer, challenged the order issued by the Jammu and Kashmir administration on April 3 to retain the existing restrictions till April 15. …

Mobile Internet To Remain At 2G Speed In J&K Till April 15 Amid COVID-19 Lockdown [Read Order]
4 years, 9 months ago

Mobile Internet To Remain At 2G Speed In J&K Till April 15 Amid COVID-19 Lockdown [Read Order]

Live Law  

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4G ban to continue till April 15, says J&K government
4 years, 9 months ago

4G ban to continue till April 15, says J&K government

The Hindu  

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J&K govt lifts ban on social media for postpaid users, but speed restricted to 2G; curbs eased seven months after Article 370 abrogation
4 years, 10 months ago

J&K govt lifts ban on social media for postpaid users, but speed restricted to 2G; curbs eased seven months after Article 370 abrogation

Firstpost  

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J&K administration extends 2G mobile data, fixed line internet connectivity till 24 Feb; only 1,485 'white listed' sites permitted
4 years, 10 months ago

J&K administration extends 2G mobile data, fixed line internet connectivity till 24 Feb; only 1,485 'white listed' sites permitted

Firstpost  

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J&K administration offers investors ‘uninterrupted’ Internet, WiFi access
4 years, 11 months ago

J&K administration offers investors ‘uninterrupted’ Internet, WiFi access

The Hindu  

The Jammu and Kashmir government is highlighting good quality air and low crime rate in the newly created Union Territory to attract investors. The policy document shared with investors says that two IT parks with an area of five lakh square feet are being developed in Jammu and Srinagar which will have “dedicated and uninterrupted broad band connectivity and wi-fi …

SC: review ‘forthwith’ orders curbing basic rights, free movement in J&K
4 years, 11 months ago

SC: review ‘forthwith’ orders curbing basic rights, free movement in J&K

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday ordered the government to “forthwith” review any existing orders that restrict basic rights and free movement in Jammu and Kashmir. The top court directed the government to review orders suspending Internet services in the erstwhile State instantly. Ripping into the veil of secrecy shrouding the months’ long restrictions imposed across J&K, a three-judge Bench led …

'J&K HC More Suitable To Decide' : SC Refuses To Entertain Plea For Restoration Of Landline And Internet Services In Hospitals
5 years, 3 months ago

'J&K HC More Suitable To Decide' : SC Refuses To Entertain Plea For Restoration Of Landline And Internet Services In Hospitals

Live Law  

The lockdown on including the internet and transportation in Kashmir had serious consequences on healthcare of the Valley's citizens, the Supreme Court was told on Tuesday. "Access to medical care is in Srinagar, and can't be accessed by people coming from far-off districts," senior advocate Meenakshi Arora submitted before a three-judge bench headed by Justices NV Ramana, R Subash Reddy. …

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