Security agencies conduct counter-terrorist exercise at Srinagar airport
Srinagar: A multi-agency counter-terrorist exercise was conducted at the Srinagar international airport here on Thursday to evaluate real-time scenario simulation and response protocols through coordinated deployment of specialised units, officials said. The CISF at Srinagar airport conducted the annual counter-terrorist mock exercise in coordination with CRPF, local police, Airports Authority of India (AAI), BCAS, and […]
Union HM Amit Shah arrives in Ladakh
Will attend first-ever exposition of Buddha relics Leh: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Ladakh on Thursday to attend the first-ever international exposition of holy relics of Lord Buddha in India, officials said. Shah was received by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee […]
Vande Bharat flagging off ceremony: CM Omar Abdullah seeks inland port for JK
Jammu: Thanking Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and the Centre for extending Vande Bharat train services between Jammu and Srinagar, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday demanded a dry (inland) port for the union territory to boost trade and business. “I want to congratulate and thank Vaishnaw and, through him, the central government, on behalf of […]
Railways Eyes AC Cargo Trains to Power Kashmir’s Fruit Economy
Daily cherry parcel service, cold-chain upgrades on cards as growers push for faster Valley-to-market link Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: In a significant push to strengthen Kashmir’s horticulture sector, the Northern Railway is planning to introduce air-conditioned cargo trains and expand its cherry parcel service from Katra to Mumbai to a seven-day schedule, ensuring uninterrupted movement […]
Taking Cancer care delivery on priority
The higher incidence of Cancer in Kashmir has spread scare and concern among the locals here. This health issue is proving to be a major health crisis in the region. Ironically, more than 32,000 cancer cases have been reported across Jammu and Kashmir in recent years, with nearly 79 per cent of the total cases […]
The Search for Truth or the Chains of Tradition?
Junaid Abdul Qayyum Shaikh One of the greatest realities of human life is that every person is always searching for the truth. However, there is something very interesting about this search. Most people start believing something to be true simply because it is shown to them again and again, even if it is not the […]
Living in a Digital World: The Changing Reality
Mohammad Hanief The world today stands firmly in the grip of a digital revolution that continues to redefine the way societies function. What began as a technological advancement aimed at simplifying communication and information sharing has evolved into a powerful force shaping economies, governance, education, and personal lives. As of 2026, the digital ecosystem is […]
CS inaugurates SOC to strengthen cyber security framework across JK
JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Thursday inaugurated the Jammu and Kashmir Security Operations Centre (JK SOC), marking a significant step towards strengthening the Union Territory’s cyber security infrastructure. Additional Chief Secretary, (Financial Commissioner) Revenue, Shaleen Kabra; Principal Secretary, Home, Chandraker Bharti; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Ramesh Kumar; Secretary, IT Department, Dr. Piyush Singla; Director General, […]
Lt Guv, CM extend Buddha Purnima Greetings
Jammu: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister has extended his greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, which is being observed tomorrow. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all. The timeless wisdom […]