Man detained over ‘suspicious movement’ along IB in Kathua
Jammu: Security forces detained a person moving under suspicious circumstances near the International Border (IB) in Kathua district, official sources said. The detention took place in the Marheen area of the district late Sunday night, they said. Police and BSF are questioning him about suspicious calls on his mobile number, they added.
Govt extends power amnesty scheme till Mar26
Srinagar: The government Monday extended power amnesty scheme for domestic consumers till March-31-2026. Principal Secretary Power Development Department in a H Rajesh Prasad in a communique said, “Sanction is accorded to the extension of amnesty in favour of the domestic consumers for the period ending 31-03-2026.” Prasad however clarified that the extension of the scheme […]
The 21st century is India’s century. It is written in stone: LG Sinha
The human mind is the greatest miracle and the most powerful force in this universe and our youth can utilise this strength to achieve the goal of building Viksit Bharat: LG Sinha LG calls upon the young minds to harness the potential of knowledge and contribute towards social transformation and economic growth of the nation […]
CS condoles the untimely demise of SSP Udhampur’s daughter
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, has expressed his profound grief over the untimely and heartbreaking demise of the young daughter of Amod Ashok Nagpure, Senior Superintendent of Police, Udhampur. In his condolence message, the Chief Secretary said that he got deeply saddened by this tragic loss for which words fall short in the face of […]
LG unveils the teaser of Basohli Utsav-2025
Basohli has its unique cultural and artistic heritage and IGNCA is making efforts to promote its uniqueness across the country: LG Sinha The rich artistic tradition of the region is most strikingly seen in Basohli painting which was granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2023. I hope people from across the country will come […]
Dalai Lama lays foundation stone of new Chowkhang Vihara monastery in Ladakh
Leh: The Dalai Lama on Sunday here laid the foundation of the Chowkhang Vihara for reconstruction. The event drew a large gathering of religious leaders, local dignitaries, and community members. At the Chowkhang Vihara, the 14th Dalai Lama was received by Ladakh Buddhist Association president Chering Dorjay Lakruk. The reception featured traditional Ladakhi music and […]
Political parties demand action against Army officer for attacking SpiceJet employees
Srinagar: The political parties in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday condemned the assault on employees of a private airline by an Army officer at Srinagar International Airport last week, saying the officer must be held accountable. “This is gundagardi!! This incident took place at Srinagar Airport, where an Army officer was seen brutally assaulting SpiceJet […]
From ideology to income: The new social media game in Kashmir
Srinagar: Security agencies have uncovered a new trend among some youngsters in the Kashmir Valley of using social media to glorify separatist and terrorist figures not out of ideological conviction, but as a calculated tactic to gain followers and earn money from advertisers. Srinagar police, which has been making every effort to track social media […]
Anti-terror operation in Kulgam enters third day
Srinagar: The anti-terrorist operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir entered the third day on Sunday as security forces tightened the noose around the ultras engaged in the gun battle with them. “The encounter has entered third day as intermittent exchange of firing has been going on since Sunday morning,” an official said. He […]
Authorities order eviction of famed Hotel Nedous in Gulmarg
Srinagar: Authorities have ordered the eviction of the iconic Hotel Nedous in the tourist resort of Gulmarg here within 24 hours, citing “unauthorised occupation” of government land, officials said on Saturday. Several Bollywood films and songs have been shot at the hotel located in the famous ski resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. The hotel […]