Alliance partners meet: Do not push us to the Wall, NC tells GoI
Srinagar, Apr 4: Soon after a crucial meeting at Deputy Chief Minister’s Fairview residence—chaired by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and attended by around 46 MLAs—the ruling National Conference (NC) issued a stern warning to the central government. The party urged New Delhi “one last time” not to undermine the people’s massive mandate […]
Teenager drowns in power canal at Ganderbal, rescue ops launched
Srinagar, Apr 4: A teenager drowned in power canal in Haknar Gund area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Friday morning, officials said. An official said that soon after the incident, a massive rescue operation was launched by police, locals, and the SDRF. He said that the search and rescue operation is underway to retrieve […]
Congress to challenge Waqf bill soon in Supreme Court
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) The Congress on Friday said it will “very soon” challenge in the Supreme Court the constitutionality of the Wakf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 that was passed in Parliament. The Waqf (Amendment) bill was cleared by Parliament early Friday, with the Rajya Sabha giving its nod. In a post on X, AICC […]
Six commuters injured in road mishap near Qazigund in south Kashmir
Srinagar, Apr 4: At least six people were injured in a road accident on Srinagar-Jammu Natiomal Highway near Mirbazar area of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Friday. Officials said that a vehicle lost its control near Mirbazar on Srinagar-Jammu National Highway and hit the divider. Six people were injured who were immediately shifted to GMC […]
Badamwari to host ‘Almond Bloom Festival’ today, CM Omar to be the chief guest
Srinagar, Apr 4: Tourism and Floriculture Departments are organising an ‘Almond Bloom Festival’ at Badamwari in the old city here on Friday. According to the details Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will be the chief guest on the occasion. A grand musical show will commence at 3 pm, officials said. Prominent singers of Kashmir, Noor Mohammad, […]
Parliament’s nod to Waqf Bill ‘watershed moment’: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Apr 4 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Parliament as a “watershed moment” in the country’s collective quest for socio-economic justice, transparency and inclusive growth. He said this will particularly help those who have long remained on the margins, thus being denied both […]
Old mortar shell recovered in Poonch
Mendhar/Jammu, Apr 4 (PTI) Security forces recovered an old mortar shell in Poonch district on Thursday, officials said. The shell was discovered by locals near a house in the Balnoi area of the Mendhar sector, they said. On getting information, police and security forces rushed to the spot and safely defused the shell.
RS adjourns after marathon 17-hour sitting, to meet again at 11 am today
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) The Rajya Sabha was adjourned at 4 am on Friday after a 17-hour sitting. It will meet again later in the day at 11 am. Before adjourning the proceedings, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said it was a “rare occasion” that the House is dispersing at 4.02 am to meet again at […]
Parliament passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after RS nod
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Parliament early Friday approved the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after the Rajya Sabha gave its nod to the contentious legislation following an over 13-hour debate. The discussion witnessed staunch objections from opposition parties, which termed the Bill “anti-Muslim” and “unconstitutional” with the government responding that the “historic reform” would benefit […]
Spring festival to be held in the Almond Karewas of Newa on April 06
Pulwama, Apr 3: The Directorate of Tourism, in collaboration with Green Horticulture Newa, is set to organize a Spring Festival in the Karewas of Newa on April 6, 2025. This vibrant celebration aims to bring together participants from across the valley to showcase their talents and enthusiasm. The festival promises to enrich the scenic landscape […]