Official protocol followed for Republic Day Event in Srinagar; Public gathers amid tight security arrangements: Div Com
Srinagar, Jan 26 ; The divisional administration on Monday said that Republic Day celebrations at Srinagar’s Bakshi Stadium are being conducted “strictly in accordance with established official protocol,” with Deputy Chief Minister presiding over the flag-hoisting ceremony. Divisional Commissioner Anshul Garg confirmed that all logistical and security arrangements have been finalized by concerned departments for […]
PM Modi greets nation on Republic Day
NEW DELHI, Jan 26 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted the nation on the 77th Republic Day. In a post on X, he said, “Best wishes on Republic Day. May this occasion add renewed energy and enthusiasm in our collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat.” At the 77th Republic Day celebrations on […]
Prof Shafi Shauq gets Padma Shri for his contribution to education, literature
Srinagar, Jan 25: Eminent Kashmiri scholar, poet, linguist and translator Prof Shafi Shauq on Sunday was named among the recipients of the Padma Shri Award 2026, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, for his outstanding contribution to education, language and literature. Expressing happiness over the recognition, Prof Shauq said that it was a moment of great joy […]
Police rescues man stuck in snow in Shopian, evacuates two women patients in Budgam
SRINAGAR, Jan 25 (PTI): Jammu and Kashmir Police rescued a man trapped in snow in Shopian district and also helped evacuate two women to a hospital in Budgam district, officials said on Sunday. They said police swung into action when they heard the cries of a man trapped in deep snow at Shopian’s Herpora area. […]
Every ballot cast becomes foundational to our nation’s edifice: Lt Guv Sinha
JAMMU, JAN 25: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, graced the 16th National Voters’ Day celebrations today in Jammu. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor called upon the officers to cultivate awareness among citizens regarding profound power of their franchise and motivate them to exercise it with thoughtful prudence to become a true architect of […]
CM Omar welcomes BJP dropping Jammu statehood agenda
Gulmarg, Jan 25: Asserting that it’s “good” if Bharatiya Janata Party doesn’t have any agenda of carving out Jammu as a separate state, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said (BJP) and its few friends in Kashmir had initiated this debate. Responding to BJP leader Tarun Chug’s claim that demands for Jammu’s separation stem from […]
Slight respite from cold conditions in Kashmir
SRINAGAR, Jan 25 (PTI): There was some respite from intense cold in Kashmir as minimum temperatures rose at most places in the valley night but stayed well below the freezing point, officials said on Sunday. The night temperature in Srinagar settled at a low of minus 1.6 degrees Celsius while Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla […]
Judicial Services Mains Exam: If evidence of fraud exists, investigation will follow: CM Omar
Srinagar, Jan 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that all administrative and recruitment decisions should be based on merit, warning that any attempt to politicise examinations would not be tolerated. “Everything should not be seen through religion or region. Some decisions must rest on merit alone. Those who qualify on […]
Participate in democratic processes, being voter greatest privilege: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Jan 25 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to take part in democratic processes, saying being a voter is not just a constitutional privilege, but an important duty that gives every citizen a voice in shaping India’s future. In a letter to MY-Bharat volunteers on National Voters’ Day, he described […]
52 J&K Police Officers, Personnel Honoured with Gallantry, Service Medals
Srinagar, Jan 25: Fifty-two Jammu and Kashmir Police officers and personnel have been conferred with gallantry and service medals on the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, an official said here on Sunday. In an official statement issued by a spokesperson, the list included 17 officers who received the Medal for Meritorious Service, 33 personnel […]