Trump willing to end war without reopening Hormuz: WSJ
Washington, Mar 31 (PTI) US President Donald Trump has told his aides that he’s willing to end the military operation against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, leaving the campaign to reopen it for a later date, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing administration officials. In recent days, Trump and his […]
Jmu-Sgr highway closed, fresh snow in higher reaches, rains lash plains
Srinagar, Mar 31: Higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall while the plains, including Srinagar, were lashed by intermittent rains accompanied by gusty winds on Tuesday, causing a dip in temperatures and triggering multiple road closures across the region, officials said. The inclement weather led to landslides and snow accumulation along the Bandipora-Gurez road, particularly […]
Trump says US negotiating with Iran’s parliamentary speaker, who denies talks
Dubai, Mar 31 (AP) US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants, if a deal to end the war with Tehran is not reached “shortly.” Trump said the US is negotiating with Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, in an interview with the […]
Lieutenant Governor attended the closing ceremony of Vande Mataram Special Phase
JAMMU, MARCH 30: “Vande Mataram is our identity, strength, and vow. It is not just verses but a profound experience woven into our civilization’s fabric. Vande Mataram singing and related events revives memories of immortal martyrs, honors their sacrifices, and renews our commitment to India’s glory,” the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said this on Monday. […]
Private members’ bills assessed on merits, not opposed routinely: CM
Jammu, Mar 30 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government does not oppose any private members’ bills without due consideration, emphasising that all proposals are examined in detail before a view is taken. Opposing a private member’s bill tabled by Congress legislator Nizam-ud-Din Bhat in the Assembly seeking equitable […]
CJI urges better judicial access for soldiers, says don’t make them fight two battles
NEW DELHI, Mar 30 (PTI): Highlighting the role of armed forces, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has said the country must not compel them to “fight two battles at once”, one at the border and another at home for their legal rights, calling for better judicial access for soldiers. Delivering a speech titled “Pointers […]
Rain, snowfall continue to lash Kashmir for second day: MeT
SRINAGAR, Mar 30 (PTI): Rains in plains and snowfall in higher reaches continued in Kashmir for the second day on Monday as the fresh spell of precipitation has brought down the rainfall deficit by nearly five per cent, officials said here. Light to moderate rains lashed most parts of the Kashmir valley while some mountainous […]
Daily Wagers’ Regularisation Humanitarian Issue, Not Just Employment Matter: Parra
Jammu, Mar 30: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and MLA Pulwama, Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, on Monday described the regularisation of daily wagers as a “humanitarian issue” and urged the government to take immediate steps to address their long-pending demands. Speaking to reporters outside the assembly, MLA Para said nearly one lakh people were working in essential […]
Ganderbal resident arrested in Delhi for alleged LeT links
New Delhi, Mar 30: Delhi Police’s Special Cell on Monday said it has arrested a suspected operative of the Lashkar-e-Taiba from the Ghazipur area. The accused has been identified as Shabbir Ahmad Lone, a resident of Kangan area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district. Addressing a press conference here, Delhi Police Special Cell Additional CP Pramod […]
Reservation row echoes in Assembly, Legislators allege disparity
Jammu, Mar 30: The issue of reservation echoed in the Legislative Assembly on Monday, with Peoples Conference MLA Sajad Gani Lone stating that such disparity in recruitment has never existed between Kashmir and Jammu since 1947. During Zero Hour, Lone drew attention of the Speaker towards the adjournment motion submitted by him, seeking discussion on […]