Northern Army commander visits Poonch, reviews operational readiness
Jammu: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Friday visited troops in Poonch to review operational readiness and assess the prevailing security situation in the hinterland. The Army commander appreciated the steadfast dedication and high state of preparedness of the troops operating under challenging conditions. “Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited […]
Inspection drive in JK: Doctors’ lockers checked at hospitals in Ganderbal, Kupwara
Srinagar: Authorities in Kashmir on Friday continued the ongoing inspection drive, checking lockers of doctors and medical staff across hospitals in the Ganderbal and Kupwara districts under the enhanced security measures, officials said. In line with the ongoing efforts to strengthen security and “maintain a safe and accountable environment within healthcare institutions”, police in Ganderbal […]
Govt ushers reforms, implements 4 labour Codes for social security for workers

Move most comprehensive, progressive reforms since Independence: PM New Delhi: In a landmark overhaul of labour laws, the government on Friday notified all four Labour Codes, ushering in major reforms, including universal social security coverage for gig workers, mandatory appointment letters for all employees, and statutory minimum wages and timely payment across sectors. The four […]
IISF 2025 will bring together all stakeholders under one roof: Jitendra Singh
Jammu: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Friday emphasised the transformative role of science and technology in driving India’s development and said the nation is witnessing an unprecedented expansion in scientific capabilities under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He was delivering the keynote address at a curtain raiser for India International Science Festival […]
Kashmiri Kahwa attracting visitors at International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra: At the sacred banks of Brahmasarovar, where the International Gita Mahotsav-2025 is showcasing India’s diverse cultural heritage, flavours from across the country are drawing sizable crowds. Among popular attractions is the traditional Kashmiri Kahwa, whose fragrant aroma pulls visitors straight to its stall. Mohammad Maqbool Sufi and his family, who have travelled all the […]
JK logistic policy 2025 will be unveiled soon: LG Sinha

Jammu: Asserting that Jammu is rapidly emerging as a trade and logistics hub connecting Ladakh and the Kashmir valley with the country’s trade corridors, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Thursday that the Jammu and Kashmir logistics policy 2025 will be unveiled soon. He said that the new policy intervention will introduce a comprehensive framework […]
Omar meets Union Fin Min, seeks continued financial support

New Delhi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday called on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman here, a meeting held against the backdrop of the financial constraints faced by the Union Territory, officials said. The official X handle of Abdullah’s office said the two leaders held discussion on key developmental priorities in J&K. “The meeting focused […]
Delhi court sends 4 accused in Red Fort bomb blast to 10-day NIA custody
New Delhi: A Delhi court on Thursday remanded to 10 days’ NIA custody three doctors and a preacher who were arrested in connection with the November 10 car blast outside the Red Fort in which 15 people were killed. The doctors, Muzammil Ganaie, Adeel Rather and Shaheena Saeed, as well as Maulvi Irfan Ahmed Wagay […]
Lockers of doctors, medical staff inspected at hospitals in Srinagar, Anantnag
Srinagar: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar and Anantnag districts conducted inspection drives of the lockers of the doctors and medical staff across hospitals, officials said on Thursday. The exercise, which commenced on Wednesday, was done as part of the enhanced security measures after the recent Delhi blast and recovery of arms and ammunition in […]
Nitish sworn in as Bihar CM for record 10th time
PM Modi, HM Amit Shah attend ceremony as 26 ministers also take oath PATNA: Bihar’s longest-serving Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was on Thursday sworn in for a record 10th term here at a grand ceremony, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, CMs of several NDA-ruled states, and senior alliance leaders. Kumar was administered the oath […]