Haryana couple on the run after Uttarakhand murder arrested in Reasi
JAMMU, June 27 (PTI): The Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a Haryana couple, wanted in a murder case registered in Uttarakhand, from Katra town in Reasi district and handed them over to Uttarakhand Police for further legal proceedings, an official said on Saturday. Dharambir, a resident of Sheikhpur village in Haryana’s Hisar, along with his […]
Man killed as unexploded shell explodes in Baramulla
Srinagar, June 27: A man died after an old unexploded shell went off near Asha Post in the Sumli Wali Dhok area of Gulmarg on Saturday. A police officer confirmed about the death, stating, “One person was killed due to detonation of an unexploded shell. We are ascertaining more details into this incident.” The deceased […]
2 killed, 4 injured as vehicle falls into gorge in Doda
JAMMU, June 27 (PTI): Two elderly persons were killed and four were injured after their vehicle veered off the road and plunged into a deep gorge in Doda district on Saturday, officials said. The incident took place near Basti village in Bhaderwah when the driver lost control of the vehicle at a blind curve, they […]
Homebuyer can seek compensation for delayed delivery after taking possession: SC
NEW DELHI, June 27 (PTI): The Supreme Court has said that a homebuyer can seek adjudication of his claim for compensation for the delay in delivery of the flat even after getting its possession. The apex court set aside a 2016 order of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), which said that the appellant […]
As promised statehood should be restored to JK: Dr Karan Singh
Srinagar, June 27: Former Sadr-e-Riyasat of Jammu and Kashmir, Dr Karan Singh, on Saturday reiterated his support for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying the Centre has already made a commitment and should fulfil it. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an Interfaith Dialogue at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) […]
India Never Asked Anyone to Abandon Their Faith: LG Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, June 27: Asserting that India’s civilisational identity is rooted in inclusivity and respect for all faiths, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said the country has never imposed any religion on others nor asked anyone to renounce their faith. Instead, he said, India has always welcomed people of different beliefs with the message: “Come […]
PM Modi leaves for Seychelles; to attend golden jubilee of country’s National Day
New Delhi, June 27 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday left for Seychelles on a three-day visit during which he will attend the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of that country and have bilateral discussions with President Patrick Herminie to further strengthen the friendship. In his departure statement, the prime minister said […]
Crucial window for rescuing survivors narrows as Venezuela enters third day after deadly twin quakes
La Guaira(Venezuela), Jun 27 (AP) The situation has grown more desperate by the hour in Venezuela as people dig through the rubble of collapsed homes and apartment buildings three days after the devastating one-two punch of 7.2 and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes, knowing time is running out to find survivors. Authorities announced Friday night that they would […]
Pak intruder apprehended along LoC in Poonch
Jammu, June 27: Army troops apprehended a 26-year-old infiltrator, a resident of PoK, along the LoC in the Poonch district, officials said on Saturday. Mohammad Sajad was taken into custody after entering the Indian side from across the border through the Gulpur area of the Krishna Ghati sector on Friday, the officials said. Officials said […]
Lieutenant Governor joins Youm-e-Ashura’s Zuljinah procession at Zadibal in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, JUNE 26: On the solemn occasion of Youm-e-Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today joined the Zuljinah procession at Zadibal in Srinagar. “I pay humble tributes to Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions. Their supreme sacrifice for peace, love, and compassion remains an eternal guide to building a society […]