Thu Sep 19 06:52:41 UTC 2024: ## J&K Election: Modi Appeals for Vote, BJP Criticizes Congress-Pakistan Links
**Srinagar, September 24:** Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people of Jammu and Kashmir to vote for the territory’s future, promising restoration of normalcy and development. He also emphasized that Jammu and Kashmir will be governed by the Indian Constitution, not the principles of Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Meanwhile, BJP leader Amit Shah accused the Congress party of being “hand in glove” with anti-national forces and claimed that the Congress and Pakistan are always on the same page. He highlighted the alliance between the National Conference and Congress, calling it an expose of their ties with Pakistan.
**Himachal Pradesh Battles Heavy Rain, 32 Roads Closed**
**Shimla, September 24:** Heavy rainfall continues to lash parts of Himachal Pradesh, disrupting normal life. A total of 32 roads have been closed for vehicular movement, and 26 power supply schemes have been affected. The state has issued a “yellow” alert for thunderstorms and lightning on September 25. The rain deficit during the ongoing monsoon season is 18%, with the state experiencing 173 rain-related deaths and 31 missing people.
**Other News:**
* A magisterial probe has been launched into the Kathua terror attack.
* India successfully flight tested a surface-to-air missile.
* PM Modi met with Paralympic medalists.
* A new book on the politics of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh by Prof Hari Om was released.
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