Army commander reviews counter-terror grid in Kishtwar amid gunfight with terrorists
Jammu, Jan 31 (PTI) The Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visited Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Saturday to review the counter-terrorism grid and commended the troops for their unwavering resolve in the ongoing anti-terror operation. A firefight is underway to neutralise a group of three holed-up Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in the district. The […]
India gets Ramsar tag for 2 wetlands, PM lauds efforts
New Delhi, Jan 31 (PTI) The wetlands in Kutch in Gujarat and Etah in Uttar Pradesh have been recognised as Ramsar sites, marking the unique ecosystems for conservation under a global framework. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the local population and those passionate about wetland conservation for the designation of Patna Bird Sanctuary in Etah […]
Sub-zero night temperatures persist in Kashmir; Chillai Khurd signals milder cold ahead
Srinagar, Jan 31 (PTI) The night temperature settled below the freezing point across Kashmir, but rose in most areas, officials said, as Saturday marks the beginning of ‘Chillai Khurd’ and end of the harshest winter period. The meteorological department, however, has forecast light to moderate rain or snow, especially in the higher reaches, they said. […]
Security forces re-establish contact with terrorists in Kishtwar, operation underway
JAMMU, Jan 31 (PTI): Security forces re-established contact with terrorists holed up in Dolgam area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar early Saturday, officials said. The Army said intelligence inputs from all sources were coordinated to plan and execute the operation on the ground. “During the ongoing joint Operation Trashi-I, contact with terrorists was re-established in […]
Menstrual health is fundamental right: SC orders free sanitary pads, separate toilets in school
New Delhi, Jan 30 (PTI) Declaring the right to menstrual health as part of the right to life under the Constitution, the Supreme Court on Friday directed all states and Union Territories to provide free oxo-biodegradable sanitary napkins to girl students and functional, gender-segregated toilets for all the students. In a landmark judgment to ensure […]
More mobile sites to come up across JK to extend 4G connectivity in uncovered areas
Jammu, Jan 30 (PTI) The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued work orders for 775 mobile tower sites to provide 4G mobile connectivity to uncovered and remote villages, particularly in border, hilly and far-flung areas of the Union Territory. Secretary, Information Technology department, Piyush Singla said the project is being implemented under the Universal Service […]
Martyrs’ Sacrifices a ‘source of inspiration’: CM Omar
Srinagar, Jan 30 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday paid homage to martyrs on the occasion of Martyrs’ Day, stating that their supreme sacrifice will always be a source of inspiration for future generations. CM Omar paid rich tributes to the martyrs who laid down their lives for the nation and the ideals of […]
World facing tension, Gandhian path offers direction: LG Sinha
Jammu, Jan 30: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals of non-violence, truth and human dignity remain relevant for the world at a time marked by global uncertainty, conflicts and climate challenges. Addressing an event organised by the Gandhi Global Family, Sinha paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and freedom […]
Two held for impersonating JMC officials in Jammu
JAMMU, Jan 30 (PTI): Two persons were arrested for allegedly impersonating officials of the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) and cheating citizens here, police said on Friday. Mohd Shabiq and Mohd Zaffar, both residents of Bantalab, are accused of posing as JMC officials and cheating people by making deceptive claims related to official municipal procedures for […]
Anti-terror operation intensified in Kishtwar
JAMMU, Jan 30 (PTI): Security forces on Friday intensified their ongoing anti-terror operation in the snowbound Chatroo belt to track down and neutralise a group of three holed up Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. They said mobile internet services remained temporarily suspended within a radius of six km covering […]