WPI inflation surges to 16-month high of 3.36 pc in June on costlier vegetables
New Delhi: Wholesale inflation in the country surged to a 16-month high of 3.36 per cent in June on account of rise in prices of food articles, especially vegetables and manufactured items. This was the fourth consecutive month when inflation witnessed an upward journey. The wholesale price index (WPI) based inflation was 2.61 per cent […]
KPDCL designates courts to impose power theft penalty on consumers
Will disconnect smart metered consumers for hooking, meter tampering SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) Monday advised its smart-metered consumers to shun the practice of unauthorized use of electricity by hooking which attracts punitive clauses under the Electricity Act. During inspection drives, KPDCL has booked a large number of consumers in urban and semi-urban […]
Security forces conduct search operations in Jammu, Doda, Reasi districts
Jammu: Security forces conducted search operations in Jammu, Doda and Reasi districts on Monday following information about some suspicious movements, officials said. A joint operation by police and CRPF personnel was carried out at Lower Gharota, Thathi and adjoining areas in the Akhnoor sector of Jammu early on Monday after a villager reported suspicious movement […]
SC notice to Payal Abdullah on NC leader Omar’s plea seeking divorce
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday sought a response from Payal Abdullah, the estranged wife of Omar Abdullah, on a plea filed by the National Conference leader seeking divorce on grounds of cruelty. A bench of Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia and Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah issued notice to Payal Abdullah and sought her response within six […]
Admin allows 8th Muharram procession

Shia Associations hail the decision of the Government SRINAGAR: The District Administration Srinagar on Sunday granted permission for 8th Muharram procession through the traditional route from Guru Bazar to Dalgate via Budshah Kadal and M.A Road. According to an order issued by District Magistrate Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat vide No. DMS/JUD/Muharram/2024/786-793, dated 14.07.2024, stated […]
‘Hidden terrorism’ trend emerges in J-K, security agencies on high alert

Srinagar: Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with what they call the “hidden threat” of “conservation and consolidation” tactics employed by infiltrating terrorists, which was evident in the recent ambushes and encounters in North Kashmir and Kathua district. Analysing the ambushes and encounters with terrorists, officials in the know of the matter said […]
3 killed as army foils infiltration bid along LoC in Keran
Srinagar: Three unidentified terrorists were killed on Sunday as army foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Keran sector of Jammu and Kashmir. The army said the anti-infiltration operation was going on till last reports. “03x Terrorists have been eliminated in the ongoing anti-infiltration operation on the #LoC in Keran Sector, […]
Anyone trying to disturb peace in Reasi will be dealt with iron hand, says SSP
Jammu: Anyone attempting to disturb peace and tranquillity in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi will be dealt with an iron hand, a senior police officer said on Sunday, as she visited the remote Chassana area of the district to review the security situation there. Senior Superintendent of Police, Reasi, Mohita Sharma also said police are committed […]
Giving more powers to LG necessary for momentum of development in J&K: BJP’s Tarun Chugh
Jammu: BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh on Sunday said vesting more powers in the hands of Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor was necessary to sustain the momentum of development and ensure good governance in the Union territory. Chugh, who also serves as the party’s in-charge for J&K, also came down heavily on National Conference […]
Start-ups emerged as new avenues of self-employment: Union minister Jitendra Singh
Udhampur/Jammu: Union minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday said start-ups have emerged as new avenues of self-employment and sustainable livelihood opportunities as it is not possible for the government to provide jobs to everyone. The minister of state in the Prime Minister’s Office also said rising above political considerations, everyone should contribute to accomplish national-level development […]