Multi-layered security arrangements in place for Amarnath Yatra: IGP
Srinagar: A Multi-layered and in-depth security arrangements has been put in place for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra to ensure safe and smooth pilgrimage, Kashmir Police chief V K Birdi said on Wednesday. “The Shri Amarnath Yatra this year is starting next week. Jammu-Kashmir Police and other security forces have made all security arrangements for […]
‘Public shaming’ of accused: Group of advocates lodges complaint with NHRC
Jammu: A group of prominent advocates has lodged a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) alleging public shaming and unlawful parade of accused persons by the police in Jammu. The complaint was lodged by 11 lawyers led by Nikhil Padha, an advocate in the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court and founder […]
Anti-Emergency movement was learning experience for me: PM Modi
New Delhi: With a book chronicling his role in the Emergency being released on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the period was a learning experience for him and reaffirmed the vitality of preserving the democratic framework. ‘The Emergency Diaries – Years that Forged a Leader’, which highlights Modi’s fight for the “the ideals of […]
CBSE Class-10 board exams twice a year from 2026
First phase mandatory, second optional New Delhi: From 2026, Class-10 students will be able to take CBSE board exams twice in an academic session but it will be mandatory for them to appear for the first phase in February, officials said on Wednesday. The second phase scheduled in May will be optional for students […]
NATO leaders agree to hike military spending
Resolve to come to each other’s aid if attacked The Hague: NATO leaders agreed on Wednesday on a massive hike in defence spending after pressure from US President Donald Trump, and expressed their “ironclad commitment” to come to each other’s aid if attacked. The 32 leaders endorsed a final summit statement saying: “Allies commit […]
Nine men trapped in swollen Tawi river rescued in Jammu
Jammu: Nine men were rescued Wednesday in a joint operation by police and SDRF teams after they were trapped in the Tawi river following a sudden rise in the water level due to rains that lashed many parts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Heavy rains also disrupted traffic along Jammu-Srinagar national highway for over […]
Operation Sindoor made clear India’s stringent policy against terrorism: PM Modi
New Delhi: Asserting that Operation Sindoor has made clear to the world India’s stringent policy against terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that his government takes whatever steps are appropriate in national interest. Weapons manufactured in India showed their impact during the conflict with Pakistan, he said, without naming the country, at an […]
Lt Guv chairs 75th Meeting of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board
Emphasises on robust Pilgrim Feedback Mechanism KATRA: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired the historic 75th Meeting of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), at Spiritual Growth Centre, Katra, on Tuesday. The meeting was attended by the newly constituted Board, comprising members including Mahamandleshwar Swami Vishveshvaranand Giriji Maharaj, Baleshwar Rai, Dr. Ashok Bhan, Sudha […]
Army troops open fire after noticing suspicious movement near LoC in Rajouri
Jammu: Army troops opened fire after noticing suspicious movement in a forward area near the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district, while security forces conducted searches at more than a dozen places in Poonch, Samba, and Kathua districts on Tuesday, officials said. The suspicious movement of three to four people under the cover of […]
CM vows to develop Gulmarg as world-class golf destination
Lays foundation for key tourism projects, flags off ‘cyclothon’ in Gulmarg GULMARG: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday reaffirmed his government’s resolve to reestablish Gulmarg as a premier global golf destination, promising focused attention on golfing infrastructure, international-level tournaments and tourism-friendly facilities. Speaking at an award ceremony for golfers and hoteliers at the Gulmarg Golf […]
