SC seeks JK govt’s reply over delay in trial of murder accused jailed for 7 years
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has expressed displeasure that an undertrial prisoner, arrested on a murder charge, has been lodged in jail in Jammu and Kashmir for seven years and questioned the delay in the trial. A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan noted that only four prosecution witnesses out of 19 have […]
Jammu resident held for links with Pak-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti
Chandigarh: A Jammu resident has been arrested for his alleged links with Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti, the Punjab Police said on Sunday. The accused, identified as Raman Kumar alias Golu, has been apprehended by State Special Operation Cell of the Punjab Police. In a major breakthrough against Pakistan-backed terror network, Station Operation Cell, SAS Nagar […]
16th National Voters Day celebrated in Srinagar
Div Com, DC Srinagar felicitate BLOs, distribute EPICs among newly enrolled voters SRINAGAR: On the occasion of 16th National Voters Day celebrations, a grand function was organized by the District Election Office, Srinagar here at Government College of Education, M A Road to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India, established on […]
982 police personnel awarded service medals
Maximum gallantry decorations for JK Police New Delhi: On the occasion of the Republic Day 2026, gallantry and various service medals have been awarded to 982 police, fire, home guard, civil defence and correctional services personnel. The decorations included 125 gallantry medals (GM), the Union home ministry said in a statement. The maximum number of […]
LG felicitates DC Rajouri Abhishek Sharma with Appreciation Award
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha Sunday felicitated Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, with an Appreciation Award for his outstanding performance as District Election Officer (DEO) during the elections. The award was conferred at a function held at the Convention Centre, Jammu, in recognition of exemplary election management, meticulous planning and effective […]
LG Manoj Sinha extends global invite to explore J&K’s vibrant cultural tapestry
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday extended an open invitation to travellers worldwide to explore the valley, underscoring its scenic grandeur and cultural richness on National Tourism Day. In a post on X, LG Sinha said, “Immerse yourselves in the breathtaking natural splendour & vibrant cultural tapestry. With its tranquil vistas […]
KPDCL restores Power Supply across Kashmir after Severe Weather Spell
SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. (KPDCL) Sunday informed the successful and complete restoration of the power supply network across the Kashmir Valley following a severe spell of gusty winds and heavy snowfall that caused widespread damage to electrical infrastructure. The adverse weather conditions resulted in extensive damage to HT/LT networks, Distribution Transformers (DTs), and […]
Eight drug peddlers arrested, criminal booked under PSA
Jammu: Eight alleged drug peddlers were arrested at different places in Udhampur and Jammu districts, while a hardcore criminal was detained under stringent Public Safety Act (PSA) here on Sunday, police said. Sandeep Kumar alias “Chotu”, a resident of Chak Aslam, was taken into custody under PSA after obtaining formal detention orders from the Jammu […]
Man held for posting ‘objectionable content’ on social media in Poonch
Jammu: Police arrested a man on Sunday for allegedly posting objectionable and inflammatory content on social media with reported potential of disturbing communal harmony in Poonch district, police said. Onkar Singh, 60, a resident of Kamsar village, was found to have deliberately posted the “offensive” content aimed at hurting public sentiments, leading to resentment among […]
Rusted AK-47 rifle recovered in Rajouri
Jammu: Police on Sunday recovered a rusted AK assault rifle from a water body in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The weapon was found entangled among stones on the banks of a stream during intensified patrolling in the Sunderbani area of the border district and was subsequently seized, the officials said. They […]