Punjab bandh: Farmers block roads at many places, traffic hit
Chandigarh, Dec 30 (PTI) Farmers blocked roads at many places across the state on Monday, crippling commuter traffic, as part of their Punjab bandh. A call for a shutdown was given last week by Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha over the Centre not accepting the demands of protesting farmers. The bandh will […]
Unidentified dead body recovered in Khudwani Kulgam
Srinagar, Dec 30: A dead body was found near Tukutachloo in the Khudwani area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Monday morning. A police official said that an unidentified body was found near the Tukutachloo area of Kulgam. He said the body was first spotted by locals, who then informed the police. The police reached […]
CRPF head constable dies of cardiac arrest in south Kashmir
Srinagar, Dec 30: A CRPF head constable died after suddenly falling unconscious in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Monday. Officials said that a head constable of CRPF suddenly fell unconscious, he was immediately shifted to District hospital Anantnag where doctors declared him as brought dead. He has been identified as Kharat Prakash of G Coy […]
Kashmir braces up for more snowfall with back-to-back WDs affecting from Jan 1
Srinagar, Dec 29: Kashmir Valley is set to receive more snowfall on New Year as weatherman on Sunday said that two Western Disturbances (WD) in quick succession are likely to affect J&K and adjoining areas from January 1 onwards. A meteorological department official here said that while generally dry weather is expected till the end […]
Srinagar-Jammu National Highway thrown open, vehicles allowed from both sides
Srinagar, Dec 29: After remaining closed for 2 days, 270-kilometre long Srinagar-Jammu National Highway was thrown open for vehicular traffic on Sunday. Officials of the Traffic Department said that passenger vehicles have been allowed to ply on the highway from both sides. They advised commuters to follow lane discipline, as overtaking could cause congestion. They […]
Death toll from plane crash at South Korean airport rises to 120
Seoul, Dec 29 (AP) South Korea’s national fire agency says 120 people have been confirmed dead after a plane caught fire after a failed landing at an airport in the country’s south. The fire engulfed the Jeju Air aircraft carrying 181 people when it skidded off the runway just after landing and exploded after crashing […]
Constitution stood every test of time: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Dec 29 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Constitution has stood every test of time, lauding it as “our guiding light”. Speaking in his monthly Mann ki Baat broadcast, Modi noted that the next Republic Day will mark the 75th anniversary of the implementation of the Constitution. “It is a […]
Snowfall: CM chairs meeting to review snow clearance, restoration of power and water supply
GANDERBAL, DEC 28: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah convened a video conference meeting with all district across Jammu and Kashmir to review snow clearance operations and restoration of essential services following heavy snowfall in the Kashmir Valley. The meeting held at the video conference hall in Ganderbal, was attended in person by Advisor to the CM […]
Former PM Manmohan Singh cremated with full state honours
NEW DELHI, Dec 28 (PTI): The mortal remains of former prime minister Manmohan Singh were consigned to flames at the Nigambodh Ghat here on Saturday amid the chanting of religious hymns. The funeral pyre was lit by his eldest daughter Upinder Singh. The last rites were performed in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu, Vice […]
Snowfall disrupts Smart City Bus operations in Srinagar, outskirts
Srinagar, Dec 28: The recent snowfall has severely affected the operation of Smart City buses in Srinagar. According to the details the operation of Smart City buses in Srinagar city and its outskirts was affected, with all the buses remaining missing from roads, leaving people to suffer. Official from Srinagar Smart City Limited, said that […]