Amarnath Yatra: BSF jawans, including women troops, step up security along IB
BOBIYA (J&K), Jun 29 (PTI): Undeterred by extreme heat, humidity, and the threat of enemy mischief, women border guards donned in battle fatigues and armed with AK rifles are keeping a close watch along the International Border (IB) in the Jammu frontier, which has been put on high alert ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra […]
Pak national detained near LoC in Rajouri
Jammu, Jun 29: Security forces on Sunday apprehended a Pakistani national along the Line of Control in Manjakote area of Rajouri district. Official sources said that the 22-year-old individual identified as Mohammad Arib Ahmed son of Mohammad Yousaf, a resident of Detote Kotali, was apprehended in forward area in BG sector in the area. “Presently […]
Terror victim families should get timely justice, support: LG Manoj Sinha
Anantnag, Jun 29: In a major outreach to the families affected by terrorism, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced a fast-track mechanism on Saturday for delivering long-awaited justice and support to victims’ families. Speaking in Pahalgam, LG Sinha, acknowledged the long years of pain and neglect that many such families have faced and […]
LG Sinha visits Nunwan base camp, Inaugurates foot over bridge
Pahalgam, Jun 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Sunday visited the Nunwan Base camp and Chandanwari in Pahalgam. During the visit, he conducted a detailed review meeting regarding arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, slated to commence on July 3, and inaugurated a newly constructed foot over bridge at the camp, aimed at facilitating smoother […]
95 crore people now benefiting from social security schemes: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jun 29 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said around 95 crore people are now benefiting from one social security scheme or the other, while till 2015, the government schemes were reaching less than 25 crore people. In his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Modi cited an International Labour Organisation (ILO) […]
Bodies of minor girl, youth found near Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan
Jaisalmer, Jun 29 (PTI) Partially decomposed bodies of a minor girl and a young man were found near the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district, police said on Sunday. According to the police, seeing the degree and extent of decomposition, it appears that the two died about a week ago. The bodies were recovered on […]
Those who fought Emergency should always be remembered: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jun 29 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday played remarks of leading anti-Emergency politicians in his monthly radio broadcast to slam the then Congress government for atrocities on people, and said they should always be remembered as it inspires people to stay alert to keep the Constitution strong. Speaking in his Mann […]
Monsoon reaches Delhi; covers entire country 9 days early
New Delhi, Jun 29 (PTI) The monsoon on Sunday covered Delhi a day ahead of the normal date of June 30 and advanced over the remaining parts of the country nine days before the usual date of July 8, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. According to IMD data, this is the earliest the monsoon […]
Trump calls for deal on Gaza war as signs of progress emerge
Tel Aviv, Jun 29 (AP) US President Donald Trump on Sunday pleaded for progress in ceasefire talks in the war in Gaza, calling for a deal that would halt the fighting in the 20-month long conflict as the sides appeared to be inching closer to an agreement. An Israeli official said plans were being made […]
Man killed, another injured in Srinagar road mishap
Srinagar, Jun 29: A man was killed while another sustained injuries in a road accident that took place during the midnight hours near Shalteng area of Srinagar, officials said on Sunday. An official said that a accident occurred at around 12:40 AM when an Alto vehicle was hit by another vehicle near Shalteng Srinagar. He […]
