Kashmir gets relief from heat after rains
Srinagar, Jun 25 (PTI) Rains lashed parts of Kashmir on Wednesday, bringing much-needed relief from the heat wave, even as some places like Srinagar recorded the warmest June night ever, officials said. Rains lashed parts of the Valley, including Srinagar, on Wednesday morning, they said. The rainfall brought down the temperature, leading to a much-needed […]
Mock drill held to test coordination, emergency response ahead of Amarnath Yatra: SSP Srinagar
Srinagar, Jun 25: Senior Superintendent of Police Srinagar, Dr Sandeep Chakravarti on Wednesday said that a joint mock drill was conducted at Yatra Niwas in Pantha Chowk to test coordination and emergency response ahead of Amarnath Yatra. Speaking to reporters, the SSP said the aim of today’s drill was to assess preparedness in handling emergencies […]
All security arrangements in place for Amarnath Yatra 2025; Locals’ role crucial: IGP Kashmir
Srinagar, Jun 25: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, VK Birdi, on Wednesday confirmed that comprehensive security arrangements have been finalized for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra, set to commence next week. He highlighted the pivotal role played by local residents in ensuring the safe and smooth conduct of the holy pilgrimage. Speaking to […]
Teenager killed in Srinagar, another injured after scooty hits wall
Srinagar, Jun 25: A 14-year-old boy died while another sustained injuries after their scooty hit a wall near Solina bund in the Rajbagh area of Srinagar late last night, officials said. An official said that the duo, both residents of Rambagh, Srinagar, was riding a scooty when the rider lost control and hit a wall. […]
Property worth Rs 1 Cr belonging to drug dealer attached by police
Srinagar, Jun 25: In a major action against the drug menace, Srinagar police attached a residential property, comprising a two-storey house along with land worth approximately Rs 1 crore, belonging to a notorious drug peddler, in Takanwari, Karnabal area. In a statement, issued here a police spokesperson said the accused is involved in case FIR […]
Whirlwind 48 hours: How Trump’s Israel-Iran ceasefire agreement came together
Washington, Jun 25 (AP) In a 48-hour whirlwind, President Donald Trump veered from elated to indignant to triumphant as his fragile Israel-Iran ceasefire agreement came together, teetered toward collapse and ultimately coalesced. Trump, as he worked to seal the deal, publicly harangued the Israelis and Iranians with a level of pique that’s notable even for […]
Anti-Emergency movement was learning experience for me: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jun 25 (PTI) Ahead of the release of a book on Emergency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that the period was a learning experience for him and reaffirmed the vitality of preserving the democratic framework. ‘The Emergency Diaries – Years that Forged a Leader’, which highlights Modi’s fight for the “the […]
CM Omar Abdullah vows to develop Gulmarg as world-class golf destination
GULMARG, JUN 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed his government’s resolve to reestablish Gulmarg as a premier global golf destination, promising focused attention on golfing infrastructure, international-level tournaments and tourism-friendly facilities. Speaking at an award ceremony for golfers and hoteliers at the Gulmarg Golf Championship, the Chief Minister—who also holds the Tourism portfolio—said, “We […]
CS pushes forward J&K’s IT revolution with BISAG-N
SRINAGAR, JUN 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess progress on various digital initiatives spearheaded by the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) across the government departments. The meeting besides the Administrative Heads was attended by DG, Planning; Commissioner, State Taxes; Director, Employment; MD, JKTDC; CEO, […]
Farooq Abdullah welcomes ceasefire between Iran and Israel, calls it ‘good step’
SRINAGAR, Jun 24 (PTI): National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah Tuesday welcomed the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, saying it was a good step, and expressed hope that it lasts so that innocent people do not get killed. Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that the ceasefire should come into effect at […]