Schools in JK reopen after summer break

Srinagar, Jul 8 (PTI) Schools in Jammu and Kashmir reopened on Tuesday after two weeks of summer vacation as heavy rains on Monday ended the prolonged heatwave in the valley. The schools opened amidst criticism of the government’s decision to advance to the school timing to 7.30 am. The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday […]
India abstains in UNGA on draft resolution on Afghanistan

United Nations, Jul 8 (PTI) India has abstained in the UN General Assembly on a draft resolution on Afghanistan, noting that a “business as usual” approach is unlikely to deliver outcomes that the global community envisions for the Afghan people. The 193-member UN General Assembly on Monday adopted the draft resolution, introduced by Germany on […]
Pakistan determined to undo hard-earned progress in JK: Lt Guv

Attends Harbah Utsav, pays obeisance at Mata Sidh Lakshmi Temple at Anantnag Anantnag: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday accused Pakistan of attempting to derail the region’s development journey and sow discord among communities. Speaking at a religious function in Larkipora Aishmuqan, LG Sinha termed Pakistan as a “terrorist country” determined to undo the hard-earned […]
BRICS must work to secure critical minerals supply chain: PM Modi
Rio de Janeiro: The BRICS nations must work together to make supply chains for critical minerals and technology secure and ensure that no country uses these resources for its own “selfish gain” or as a “weapon” against others, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the annual summit of the grouping. In his address at a […]
Pahalgam terror attack: NIA gets custody of two accused for 10 more days
Jammu: A special court in Jammu on Monday granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 10 more days’ remand of the two accused arrested for allegedly harbouring Pakistani terrorists involved in the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in April, officials said. After the expiry of the earlier 10-day remand, Parvaiz Ahmad Jothar and Bashir Ahmad Jothar were […]
Amarnath Yatra-2025: Lt Guv visits Nunwan base camp at Pahalgam, reviews arrangements
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited Nunwan Base camp at Pahalgam and reviewed the arrangements in place for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the pilgrims, service providers, langar sevadars, sanitation workers, and took stock of the facilities for the devotees. He commended the significant contribution of all […]
Tourism in Kashmir witnessing revival after Pahalgam incident: Union Minister
Srinagar: Union Minister for Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Monday said tourism in Kashmir is showing clear signs of revival following the recent terror incident in Pahalgam, crediting the coordinated efforts of the Jammu & Kashmir administration and the Central Government for building public confidence. Speaking to reporters on the side-lines of the Tourism Conclave […]
Schools to reopen today after summer vacations
Sgr schools to function from 7:30Am to 11:30 Am Srinagar: Following the 15-days summer break, the government Monday decided to reopen the schools in Kashmir on July-08. “We have decided to reopen the schools from Tuesday,” Minister of Education Sakina Itoo said. Itoo also said that the schools falling under the Srinagar Municipality Limits shall […]
Kashmir parts receive heavy rainfall
J&K likely to experience more rains in next 24 hours Srinagar: A major relief from the ongoing heatwave was observed in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday as several regions across the Union Territory, including the summer capital Srinagar, experienced heavy rainfall in the late afternoon. Meteorologists predict more rain and thunderstorms over the next 24 […]
Heavy rain, windstorm disrupt life in Srinagar
Most localities witness waterlogging, traffic chaos Srinagar: The sudden and intense spell of rain and windstorm on Monday evening disrupted normal life across Srinagar, with several areas experiencing waterlogging, traffic jams, and falling trees amid the strong winds. The rains began around 5 PM, rapidly flooding many parts of the city, including SMHS Road, Khankah-e-Moula, […]