Tourists observe two-minute silence at Razdan Pass
Pay tribute to Pahalgam attack victims Bandipora: In a solemn and heartfelt gesture, a group of tourists on Wednesday paid tribute to the victims of last year’s tragic attack in Pahalgam by observing a two-minute silence at Razdan Pass. The tribute marked the first anniversary of the devastating incident that claimed 27 lives, including 26 […]
First anniversary of the Pahalgam attack
Army issues stern warning to perpetrators of terrorism New Delhi: The Indian Army on Tuesday issued a stern warning to the perpetrators of terrorism on the eve of the first anniversary of the Pahalgam attack, asserting the response is decisive when “boundaries of humanity are crossed” as families of the victims said they are […]
Memorial honours Pahalgam attack victims
Security tightened ahead of first anniversary Pahalgam: A memorial has been erected in the hill resort of Pahalgam as a sombre tribute to the 25 tourists and a local ponywallah who lost their lives in a brutal terror attack last year, even as authorities beefed up security across Kashmir ahead of first anniversary. The […]
Baisaran terror attack: Survivors struggle with lasting trauma
Pune: Two days ago, a notification from a social media platform popped up on Asavari Jagdale’s phone about a joyful and happy snap of her family’s trip from Pune to Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir exactly one year ago. While for most people these digital reminders are a source of nostalgia, for Asavari, they were […]
Lt Guv calls for building India
Says every individual should be part of mainstream of progress JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday called for building India which our freedom fighters once dreamed of and in which every section and every individual is part of the mainstream of progress. “India is moving decisively towards becoming a developed nation. The goal […]
Gujjar, Bakerwal tribes’ face hardships during seasonal migration
Unseasonal snow, bad weather hamper free movement Bhaderwah: Amid unseasonal snowfall, hundreds of Gujjar and Bakerwal tribes have begun their centuries-old biannual migration to the highland pastures of Jammu and Kashmir’s Chenab Valley, braving harsh conditions. The nomads and their livestock embarked on their traditional routes last week, signalling the start of the seasonal […]
CM unveils ‘Six Seasons‘- Shishur magazine of Tourism Department
Magazine showcases winter essence JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday unveiled the January–March 2026 edition of the ‘Six Seasons’ – Shishur (Severe Cold) magazine of the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department at the Civil Secretariat here. The issue, themed Shishur, captures the winter essence of J&K and highlights a range of tourism initiatives undertaken […]
Crackdown on School Vans: RTO Flags Widespread Overcrowding, Warns of Strict Action
Surprise inspections expose safety violations, Authorities say “children’s lives cannot be compromised” Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: In a major push to enforce student safety norms, the Regional Transport Office (RTO) has launched a massive crackdown on private school vans ferrying children, with surprise inspections revealing alarming levels of overcrowding across multiple routes. Officials said the […]
Legislators, deputations call on CM Omar
Raise key developmental, relief concerns JAMMU: Several legislators and other deputations on Tuesday called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and raised various issues pertaining to their respective areas. MLA Gurez, Nazir Ahmed Khan (Gurezi), MLA Samba, Surjit Singh Slathia, MLA Lolab Qayser Jamshed Lone and MLA Bani Dr Rameshwar Singh met the Chief Minister […]
No need to protest modernization of transport sector
Public transport sector in Jammu and Kashmir needs lot of improvement even today. Though smart city buses and e-vehicles are becoming a reality in the UT, but still lot more needs to be done so that the sector achieves its desired level. Jammu as well as Kashmir has witnessed very slow growth in public transport […]