Any ‘misadventure’ from Pakistan will invite unprecedented action: Rajnath Singh
Thiruvananthapuram: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said any “misadventure” from India’s neighbour, Pakistan, in the prevailing situation would invite an “unprecedented and decisive” action. Singh, speaking at a Sainik Samman Sammelan in poll-bound Kerala, said that following the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India had destroyed the terrorist hideouts and […]
J&K power dues cross Rs 3,747 cr; PHE, Irrigation, CRPF among top defaulters
Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that outstanding electricity dues across government departments, public sector units and security establishments in the Union Territory have surged to over Rs 3,747 crore, with major liabilities concentrated in key infrastructure and utility departments. These details of outstanding power dues were shared by the chief minister, who […]
JK witnesses rainfall deficit in March
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir faced a rainfall deficit of 34 per cent in March despite several Western Disturbances in the month, officials said on Wednesday. They said J-K received 100.7 mm of rainfall, below the normal of 152.9 mm, placing the month in the “deficient” category. Srinagar recorded 88.5 mm rainfall against a normal of […]
Op Sindoor: Indian Navy was minutes away from striking Pak from sea: Admiral Tripathi
Mumbai: The Indian Navy was minutes away from striking Pakistan from the sea during Operation Sindoor when Islamabad requested stoppage of kinetic actions, Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Wednesday. The Navy chief was speaking at the naval investiture ceremony here, where he awarded Yudh Seva Medals to two top naval officers for […]
Record 1,670 million tonnes cargo, 741 cr passengers transported in 2025-26: Railway Ministry
New Delhi: Railway Ministry on Wednesday said that a record 1,670 million tonnes of cargo and 741 crore passengers were transported in the financial year 2025-26, registering over 3 per cent annual growth in both sectors. The cargo transport saw an increase of 3.25 per cent, while the passengers sector rose by 3.54 per cent, […]
CM Omar assures transparent recruitment
Says 25,000 posts to be filled this year Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said his government is committed to ensuring a transparent recruitment process while avoiding undue haste that could lead to legal complications. Answering a supplementary to a starred question raised by PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, Abdullah said 25,000 vacancies are […]
West Asia war: India managed situation effectively: PM Modi
Tharad (Gujarat): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said while the world is grappling with war, unrest, and rising fuel prices, India has managed the situation effectively due to strong foreign policy and the unity of its people. He accused the Congress of trying to create panic so that people queue up at fuel stations […]
Budget Session 2026: ₹18382 Cr liabilities cleared, CM Omar tells Assembly
Assures regular settlement of bills JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday informed the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly that bills amounting to ₹12,561.31 crore under various heads, including gratuity, commutation, leave salary and contractor payments, have been cleared up to March 27, 2026, while GPF bills worth ₹5,821.43 crore have been settled up to December […]
Metrolite, Light Metro projects for Jammu, Srinagar under Govt consideration: Minister
Jammu: The Government of India is currently reviewing proposals for Metrolite and Light Metro projects in Jammu and Srinagar, aiming to enhance the cities’ transportation infrastructure, senior minister in the government Sakina Itoo said Tuesday. The made the announcement in the Legislative Assembly while replying to a question of Legislator Mohan Lal, regarding the matter, […]