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JAMNAGAR, Sept 11: Vantara on Friday said it would fully comply with the High-Powered Committees (HPC) order permitting elephant Madhuri, also known as Mahadevi, to return to Kolhapur, while continuing to support her medical care and welfare after her relocation. In a statement, Vantara said Madhuri was brought to its facility in Jamnagar on July [] The post Vantara To Comply With Order Allowing Madhuris Return To Kolhapur appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Sept 11: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday congratulated para archer Sheetal Devi on winning the gold medal at the World Archery Para Series 2026, Stage III, describing her achievement as a proud moment for the nation. The Chief Ministers Office said Devi secured gold in the Womens Compound Individual Event [] The post CM Omar Congratulates Sheetal Devi For Her Gold At World Archery Para Series Stage III appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Sep 11: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) has invited offline applications for allocation of MBBS seats from Central Pool for spouse and children of terrorist victims for the academic year 2026-27.Geographic Reference According to notification issued, a total of four seats have been earmarked one seat at [] The post Four MBBS Seats Reserved Under Central Pool For Kin Of Terror Victims; JK BOPEE Invites Applications appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the results and ranks of the CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 examination, enabling candidates to check their performance and rank online. The NTA said candidates can access their results and ranks through the official website by using the required login credentials. The CSIR-UGC NET is conducted to [] The post CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Results Declared appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has issued a notification outlining a strict 30-day timeline for issuing a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for a solvent order license under the Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs. According to the notification dated September 9, 2026, the Director concerned within the department will [] The post 30-day timeline fixed for Solvent Order License NOC appeared first on Northlines .

SAMBA, Sept 10: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan has suspended four officials for negligence and failure to meet targets in the ongoing digital crop survey in the district. Those suspended are Agriculture Department AEAs Jatinder Kumar and Sunil Khajuria and Rural Development Department Panchayat Secretaries Surinder Singh and Vishal Rasgotra. The action followed a review [] The post Four officials suspended over poor performance in Digital Crop Survey appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 10: The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended for appointment of Yash Paul Bourney, Judicial Officer, as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The decision was taken at the Collegium meeting according to a statement issued by the Supreme Court Collegium. The resolution states, The Supreme Court [] The post SC Collegium recommends appointment of YP Bourney as Judge of J&KL High Court appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Sep 10: The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the establishment of the Ladakh Administrative Service and the Ladakh Police Service, while recruitment for about 79 Group B posts across 15 departments will soon begin under the reservation rules applicable in the Union Territory, Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra announced on Thursday. Fundamentally, the Ministry [] The post Ladakh gets Adm, Police Services; recruitment for 79 Group B posts soon appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 10: A drug trafficker, who escaped from the custody of the Jammu Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), has been caught in the neighboring state of Punjab. The NCB officials, in a statement issued here on Thursday, said that the NCB, in close coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Punjab Police, had [] The post Drug trafficker who escaped NCB custody arrested in Jalandhar appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 10:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that Jammu and Kashmir must move beyond being merely a beautiful filming location and become a place from where its own stories emerge, talent is discovered and films are conceived and created. Addressing the closing ceremony of the first-ever International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir [] The post CM invites filmmakers to return, create, collaborate in region appeared first on Northlines .

Say repeated assurances failed to yield action Jammu Tawi, Sep 10:The 72-hour strike by National Health Mission (NHM) employees continued across Jammu and Kashmir for the second consecutive day on Thursday, with employees staging protests at district, block and field-level health establishments over their long-pending demands, including pay parity, job security and social protection. According [] The post NHM employees continue strike across J&K appeared first on Northlines .

482 Cr indicative investment in ITIs to focus on high-demand skills and high-paying jobs SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 10: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo chaired the 1st UT Level Steering Committee Meeting to review and steer the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising the need [] The post PM-SETU to transform J&Ks ITIs into industry-ready skill hubs: CS Dulloo appeared first on Northlines .

KATHMANDU, Sept 10: The death toll from flash floods in Nepal rose to 1,377 on Thursday as more bodies were recovered from affected districts, while security forces continued search and rescue operations for more than 5,000 missing people, authorities said. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), 364 bodies have been [] The post Nepal Flood Death Toll Rises To 1,377, Over 5,000 Still Missing appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sep 10: The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed gangster Abu Salems plea seeking premature release from prison, rejecting his claim that he had already completed the 25-year imprisonment period linked to Indias extradition assurance to Portugal. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta upheld the Bombay High Courts April 2026 order, [] The post Supreme Court Rejects Abu Salems Early Release Plea, Jail Term To Continue Till 2030 appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has simplified rules for availing advances from provident fund accounts, allowing members to withdraw up to 75 per cent of their EPF balance subject to eligibility conditions. The new provisions divide EPF advances into three broad categories essential needs, housing-related requirements and special circumstances while [] The post Want to Withdraw PF Money? Check New EPFO Limits and Rules appeared first on Northlines .

UNITED NATIONS, Sept 10: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is expected to stress the importance of multipolarity and reforms to multilateral institutions, including the UN Security Council, when he addresses the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi this week. Guterres will travel to New Delhi on Thursday to attend the summit, scheduled for September 12-13. [] The post UN Chief Guterres To Push Multipolarity, UNSC reforms at BRICS Summit appeared first on Northlines .

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has warned countries about the growing misuse of gaming and gambling platforms to facilitate money laundering, terrorist financing and other financial crimes. According to FATF, criminals are increasingly using gambling platforms to move money without actually gambling. They may split large sums into multiple smaller transactions or place unusual [] The post FATF Warns Of Growing Misuse Of Gaming, Gambling Platforms For Financial Crimes appeared first on No

JAMMU, Sept 10: The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) on Thursday demolished around 20 shops at Satwari Chowk, triggering protests from affected shopkeepers who alleged that the decades-old commercial establishments were removed without prior notice or adequate information. The affected traders claimed that the shops had been operating at the site for nearly 50 years and [] The post JMC Demolishes 20 Shops At Satwari; Traders Allege No Prior Notice appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sept 09:Representatives of the Union Home Ministry on Wednesday informed the Ladakh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) that the proposed Union Territorylevel elected body would be vested with legislative powers over land, culture and language, forests, environment, natural resources, and other subjects reserved for the UT under Article 240 of the [] The post Ladakh to get Legislative Powers appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 09:Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Wednesday administered the oath of office to Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati as Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. LG Saxena- who has been appointed to discharge the functions of J&K LG during Manoj Sinhas leave -administered the oath at the [] The post LG Saxena administers oath to Chief Justice of JKL High Court appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 09:Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) G P Singh on Wednesday called for close coordination among security agencies to respond effectively to emerging challenges. According to the details, Singh concluded his 3-day Kashmir visit by chairing a high-level security meeting here. Top commanders and other officers of the paramilitary force [] The post CRPF DG calls for closer coordination among security agencies appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 9 : A 32-year-old man died after allegedly falling unconscious at Chakroi police post in R S Pura sector near here early Wednesday, triggering protests by locals and family members who alleged custodial torture and sought an impartial probe and compensation. Superintendent of Police, headquarters, Anna Sinha who rushed to the spot [] The post Man dies in custody at Chakroi police post; family alleges custodial torture appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 9 : The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday arrested a clerk posted in Rajouri district for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000, officials said. The accused has been identified as Khadam Hussain, who was posted in the Treasury Office in Kalakote, they said. According to the ACB, it received a written [] The post Kalakot Treasury Clerk held for accepting Rs 20,000 bribe appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sept 9 : Tensions appear to be growing within Jammu and Kashmirs ruling alliance, with the National Conference pushing back against ally Congress on Wednesday over the full rendition of Vande Mataram at an official state event. The National Conference (NC) said it was a statutory obligation to play the full national song at [] The post Cong puts NC in the dock over full rendition of Vande Mataram at JK Film Festival appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi Sep 9 : In a major crackdown on illegal felling and timber smuggling, the Forest Protection Force on Wednesday seized hundreds of illegally extracted deodar and green kail sleepers in Bhaderwah forest division of Jammu and Kashmirs Doda district, a senior official said. Divisional Forest Officer, Bhaderwah, Devinder Kumar said six labourers found [] The post Illegal timber sleepers seized in Doda; six detained appeared first on Northlines .

Shaleen Mahajan The appointment of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra as Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court has brought a relatively procedural question concerning judicial appointments into the centre of a CentreState dispute. The Punjab Government has objected to the notification by contending that the appointment was processed without obtaining its views as [] The post The Legal Significance of State Governments Views in the Appointment of a High Court Chief Justice appeared first o

byProf. Dr. K. Ram Kishore Indias history makes one fact unmistakably clear: however powerful authority may be, however deeply injustice is institutionalised, and however long exploitation persists, young people have repeatedly stood at the forefront of resistance. Students are not merely classroom citizens preparing for examinations and careers. They are also among the first to [] The post Youth Have the Power to Shape History appeared first on Northlines .

Omkar Dattatray Bachh Dua, as the name suggests, is a unique folk festival of the Duggar region celebrating motherhood and children. On this occasion, women pray for the health, longevity, happiness and prosperity of their sons and daughters. This festival of the Duggar land is distinct and deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Jammu. [] The post Bachh Dua A timeless folk tradition of the Duggar Land appeared first on Northlines .

It is truly a welcome step that the government and the medical interns have resolved the stipend hike issue, leading the latter to call off their strike. It is pertinent to mention that neither party claimed the stipend increase demand was unreasonable. The medical interns are the significant part of the healthcare sector in [] The post Timely Talks Avert Crisis appeared first on Northlines .

The Abdullah legacy is not Kashmirs history. Former MLC GL Raina Chief spokesperson of National conference and MLA zadibal Tanvir Sadiqs recent statement is not merely ignorant; it is profoundly insulting to the dignity, memory and historical identity of Kashmiris. The backlash it has provoked across sections of Kashmir society is therefore hardly surprising. The [] The post Kashmir Was Not Created by the National Conference appeared first on Northlines .

No adjournment after obituary references, 4 days for Govt Business Jammu Tawi, Sep 08:The upcoming 10day autumn session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly will be spread over seven sittings, the provisional calendar issued by the Assembly Secretariat on Tuesday revealed. According to the calendar released by the Assembly secretariat, September 21 has been [] The post 7 sittings in 10day autumn session of J&K Assembly appeared first on Northlines .

Medicos resume duties after written assurance Northlines Correspondent Jammu Tawi, Sep 08: The MBBS and BDS interns across Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday called off their strike and resumed duties after the government gave a written assurance that their long-pending demand for enhancement of stipend would be resolved within one month. The decision came after [] The post Medical Interns call off strike after assurance on stipend revision appeared first on Northlines .

It is understandable that growth of cities like Jammu and Srinagar is necessary for improved avenues and better quality of life. But this doesnt mean creating concrete jungles without taking care of ecology and nature. People sitting in flights which take off or land in Jammu can have an idea about people and the governments [] The post Cities Need Nature Too! appeared first on Northlines .

Muzaffarnagar, Sept 8: Additional District and Sessions Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar, who has awarded 22 death sentences in 10 cases over the past four months, has handed down another capital punishment in a dowry death case despite expressing concerns over threats and pressure from criminal elements. In his September 7 judgment, the judge said he [] The post Judge Who Awarded 22 Death Sentences in Four Months Gives Another Despite Threats appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Aayush Aryal, Consultant Orthopaedics & Spine Surgery, Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket Spine surgery has evolved significantly over the past few decades, moving from large incisions and prolonged recovery towards more precise, minimally invasive and personalised approaches. The focus today is not simply on operating, but on identifying the true source of [] The post The Changing Face of Spine Surgery: From Bigger Operations to Smarter, Safer and More Personalized Care appeared fi

Srinagar, Sep 8: Authorities of the SKIMS Medical College here on Tuesday issued a show-cause notice to striking medical interns, asking them to explain within 24 hours why disciplinary action should not be initiated against them for abstaining from their duties. All such CRMIs who are not attending their duties shall explain their position [] The post SKIMS College Issues Show-Cause Notice To Striking Medical Interns In Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 08: Five films, helmed by directors from Jammu and Kashmir, have been selected for the J&K Select Section, the competitive category of the 1st International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK), 2026. The films were recommended by the Preview Committee constituted for the festival, following a review of submissions and assessment of [] The post Five films selected for J&K Select Section of 1st IFFJK appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, September 8: The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has directed authorities to assess the threat perception of AAP Jammu and Kashmir president and MLA Mehraj Malik and decide on his request for restoration of security cover, including an escort vehicle, within six weeks. Justice Sanjay Dhar passed the directions while disposing of [] The post AAP MLA Mehraj Maliks Security Cover: HC Orders Threat Assessment Within Six Weeks appeared first on Northlines .

MUMBAI, Sep 8: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday refused to quash summons issued to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a 2019 defamation case over his remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in which he had referred to him as a commander-in-thief. A single bench of Justice N R Borkar dismissed Gandhis petition challenging the [] The post HC Refuses to Quash 2019 Defamation Summons Against Rahul Gandhi Over PM Modi Remarks appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max at its Surprise and shine event on September 9, with reports pointing to upgrades in the camera, battery and display while retaining much of the existing design. The company has confirmed the event but has not officially disclosed the iPhone 18 Pro Maxs [] The post iPhone 18 Pro Max Expected to Debut on September 9; Whats New, Expected Price appeared first on Northlines .

PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court has observed that the slogan Gustakh-e-Nabi Ki Ek Hi Saza, Sar Tan Se Juda amounts to a challenge to the authority of law and Indias sovereignty and integrity, and cannot be equated with religious chants such as Jai Shri Ram or Har Har Mahadev. Justice Ashutosh Srivastava made the observation [] The post Sar Tan Se Juda Slogan Challenges Rule of Law, Cannot Be Equated With Jai Shri Ram, Har Har Mahadev: HC appeared first on Northlines .

Moscow, Sept 8: Artificial intelligence poses an existential threat to humanity, which must be addressed promptly, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said. I share the concerns of industry insiders that advanced AI could pose an existential risk to humanity I am calling here, today, for an all-out effort to put cast [] The post AI poses existential threat to humanity: UN Human Rights Chief appeared first on Northlines .

Addresses IIT (BHU) Global Alumni Meet in Chicago Jammu Tawi, Sept 7: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the IIT (BHU) Global Alumni Meet in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Paying tributes to Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the visionary legacy of Mahamana and his monumental contributions to advancing engineering education and industrializing [] The post Sinha showcases Indias rise, J&Ks transformation in Chicago appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: A Pakistani national, who was recently apprehended after inadvertently intruding into this side, was handed over to Rangers along the International Border here on Monday, officials said. Nazir Sadhir, a resident of Luni Pundra village in Sialkot, was handed over to Pakistani Rangers by the Border Security Force (BSF) at Golpattan Border Out-Post [] The post Detained Pakistani repatriated appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 07:The agitation by MBBS and BDS intern doctors across Jammu and Kashmir intensified on Monday as protesting interns launched a 48-hour hunger strike, reiterating their demand for an enhancement in the monthly stipend from the existing Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. The interns, who have been on strike for over a week, [] The post Medicos begin 48-hr hunger strike appeared first on Northlines .

Inaugural edition features 135 Films from 41 countries Srinagar, Sep 07:The administration on Monday rolled out the red carpet for cinema as the first-ever International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) formally opened in Srinagar, bringing filmmakers, actors, directors and cinema professionals together for a four-day celebration of films and culture. Chief Minister Omar [] The post CM inaugurates J&Ks maiden International Film Festival appeared first on Northlines .

650 questions, 16-17 bills, 50 resolutions submitted Jammu Tawi, Sep 7:The autumn session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly is shaping up to be a packed affair, with legislators submitting 650 questions, 16-17 Private Member Bills, and around 50 resolutions, sources disclosed. Officials said that the Assembly Secretariat has received around 650 questions from [] The post Autumn session of JK Assembly to be packed affair appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 07:The government on Monday appointed Dr Twinkle Suri as Director Colleges of Jammu and Kashmir for a period of two years. The government in an order said that the appointment was made on the recommendation by the selection committee and as per approval of the competent authority. As recommended by the selection [] The post Dr Twinkle is new Director Colleges, J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Appreciates jawans for smooth, safe conduct of Amarnath Yatra Srinagar, Sep 07:Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Monday reviewed security arrangements at the 118 Battalion CRPF camp at Gund in Central Kashmirs Ganderbal District and commended the forces role in ensuring the safe and smooth conduct of the Amarnath Yatra 2026. In [] The post DG CRPF reviews security arrangements appeared first on Northlines .

Meena Kumari-led Classic on Celluloid set for World premiere in October By Tirthankar Mitra When Pakeezah (The Pure) first hit the screen on February 4, 1972, it was a moment of transition for Indian cinema as it was shifting from refined Urdu-inflected studio melodrama towards gritty action blockbusters in an urban backdrop. But the [] The post Pakeezah Retuns: Kamal Amrohis 1972 Blockbuster to make gala comeback appeared first on Northlines .