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LG Sinha Directs Intensified Crackdown on Narco-Terror Network in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Union Territory administration to further intensify the crackdown on the narco-terror ecosystem operating across Jammu and Kashmir, stressing the need for a stronger anti-drug mechanism to curb the growing menace. Chairing a high-level review meeting at Lok Bhavan here, the []

27 May 2026 10:41 pm
Jammu Kashmir Athlete Secures Gold at Mongolia Para Taekwondo Championship

SRINAGAR: Athlete Chandeep Singh from Jammu and Kashmir has won the gold medal at the 11th Asian Para Taekwondo Championship in Mongolia, bringing major sporting honours to the Union Territory and the country. The achievement has been hailed as a significant milestone for para sports, with Chandeeps triumph reflecting exceptional determination and excellence on the []

27 May 2026 10:28 pm
SC Collegium Recommends Jammu Kashmir Chief Justice for Elevation as Supreme Court Judge

SRINAGAR: The Supreme Court Collegium, has recommended the elevation of Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh, as a judge of the Supreme Court. Justice Palli is currently also holding additional charge as Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Born on September 18, 1964 in []

27 May 2026 10:12 pm
President Murmu Extends Eid-ul-Zuha Greetings, Calls for Love and Social Harmony

SRINAGAR: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended greetings to the nation on the eve of Eid-ul-Zuha, urging citizens to strengthen the values of love, harmony and service to humanity. In her message, the President conveyed her best wishes to all citizens, including Indians living abroad, with special greetings to the Muslim community. She said the []

27 May 2026 10:00 pm
High Court Quashes PSA, Citing Stale Allegations, Delay in Execution Vitiate Detention

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed a preventive detention order issued under the Public Safety Act (PSA) against Srinagar resident Umar Nazir Bhat, holding that the authorities failed to establish any live and proximate link between the alleged activities and the detention order passed in 2022. Justice Sanjay Parihar passed []

27 May 2026 9:35 pm
Indian Railways Approves Hydrogen-Powered Train for Haryana Pilot Route

SRINAGAR: In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car hydrogen fuel cell-based trainset on the Jind-Sonipat section of Northern Railway in Haryana. The trainset, expected to commence operations soon, will run at a maximum speed of 89 kilometres per hour and will be powered by a 1200 []

27 May 2026 9:00 pm
Cabinet Approves Rs 25,530 Crore SARTHAK-PDS Scheme Till 2031

SRINAGAR: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Scheme for Assistance in Ration Transport and Handling-Income with Automation in PDS (SARTHAK-PDS) as an umbrella scheme during the 16th Finance Commission award period with a central outlay of Rs 25,530 crore. The Cabinet []

27 May 2026 8:00 pm
Hundreds of Two-Wheelers Seized in South Kashmir Traffic Crackdown

SRINAGAR: Police in Shopian district of south Kashmir on Wednesday intensified district-wide enforcement drives against traffic violations, particularly targeting rash driving and helmetless riding, with action taken against hundreds of two-wheelers. Coordinated naka checks and mobile enforcement teams were deployed across multiple locations to intercept violators and ensure compliance with traffic regulations. During the operation, []

27 May 2026 7:00 pm
PDP President Decries Restrictions on Mirwaiz, Eid Congregations in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday alleged that Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest on Eid-ul-Adha, preventing him from offering congregational prayers at Srinagars Jamia Masjid. Speaking to reporters after offering Eid prayers at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar, Mufti said the cleric was also stopped from travelling to []

27 May 2026 6:00 pm
Mirwaiz Condemns Continued Restrictions on Eid Prayers at Srinagars Eidgah, Jama Masjid

SRINAGAR: Authorities in Srinagar on Wednesday once again denied permission for Eid prayers at the historic Eidgah ground and Jama Masjid in the old city, extending restrictions at the two key religious sites for the eighth consecutive year. The decision has been taken in the backdrop of ongoing security and administrative measures surrounding major religious []

27 May 2026 5:01 pm
Exercise Caution Near Riverbanks: Kashmir Police Urge Public to Stay Vigilant

SRINAGAR: In view of increased public movement during Eid-ul-Adha, police in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district have installed safety and awareness banners at vulnerable locations along the banks of Nallah Sindh to prevent accidents and ensure public safety. The precautionary measure has been taken amid heightened footfall at picnic spots, riverbanks and tourist destinations during the []

27 May 2026 4:02 pm
Anti-Militancy Operation in Rajouri Enters Fifth Day

SRINAGAR: A counter-militancy operation in the Dorimal forest area of Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district entered its fifth day on Wednesday, with security forces continuing intensive search efforts using drones, helicopters and advanced surveillance equipment amid reports of forest fires triggered by explosions. According to local reports, security forces maintained a tight cordon around the []

27 May 2026 3:21 pm
PM Modi Urges Nationwide Precautions as Severe Heatwave Sweeps Across Parts of India

SRINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged people across the country to take necessary precautions as severe heatwave conditions continue to affect several parts of India. In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister advised citizens to remain alert amid soaring temperatures, urging them to stay hydrated and avoid unnecessary exposure to []

27 May 2026 1:52 pm
Jammu Kashmir Govt Orders Inquiry Into Bhargi-Kunan Road Tragedy, Suspends Two Engineers

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted an inquiry committee to investigate the tragic incident that occurred during the execution of work on the Bhargi to Kunan road in Block Gandoh of Doda district. As per Government Order No. 184-PW(R and B) of 2026 dated May 26, Engineer-in-Chief (Secretary Technical), Public Works (R and []

27 May 2026 1:06 pm
Eid-ul-Adha Celebrated Across Kashmir with Religious Fervour

SRINAGAR: Eid-ul-Adha is being observed across Kashmir on Wednesday, with thousands of worshippers gathering at mosques and Eidgahs across the Valley to offer special prayers commemorating Prophet Ibrahims sacrifice and devotion to God. The largest congregation is witnessed at the Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar, where thousands of devotees assemble to participate in Eid prayers. Officials []

27 May 2026 12:33 pm
Eid-ul-Azha Waste Management Drive Intensifies in Kashmir: Over 104 Hopper Vehicles Deployed in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: Amid the large-scale sacrifice of animals during Eid-ul-Azha across Kashmir, religious leaders, municipal authorities and civil society organisations have launched an extensive campaign urging people to scientifically dispose of animal offal and hides to prevent environmental pollution and public health risks. This year, imams in mosques across Srinagar and other districts repeatedly used Eid []

27 May 2026 11:35 am
Jammu Kashmir: Eight-Year-Old Girl Rescued After Alleged Abduction, Two Detained

SRINAGAR: Police in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district rescued an eight-year-old girl allegedly abducted while on her way to school and detained two persons, including the complainants former wife, in connection with the case, officials said on Tuesday. The minor was recovered after police intercepted a vehicle bearing registration number HP64A-9928 at Khoon Naka in []

27 May 2026 10:42 am
Improper Animal Waste Disposal During Eid-ul-Azha Risks Public Health, Causes Water Contamination: Experts

SRINAGAR: With Eid-ul-Azha being celebrated today, health and environmental experts in Kashmir have expressed serious concern over the improper disposal of animal waste during the festival, warning that unhygienic practices could trigger public health crises, contaminate water sources and damage the fragile environment. They have called for scientific waste management, coordinated municipal action and greater []

27 May 2026 9:32 am
Not Raids Alone

Cracking down on drug networks is necessary but not sufficient. Kashmir needs jobs, counselling and severed supply chains to win this war. The numbers from the NCORD meeting are, in their own way, impressive. Over 700 arrests in a quarter, properties worth crores attached, a notorious trafficker neutralised in Prithvipur, the security grid is visibly []

27 May 2026 9:15 am
Kashmirs First Pilgrim

Abd al-Karm ibn Khwja qibat Mamd al-Kashmr was waiting in Delhi for a visa to Makkah when Nadir Shahs invasion of 1739 swept him into one of the most extraordinary careers of the 18th century. He became Persias roving ambassador across the Ottoman world and, ultimately, a pilgrim who reached the Kaaba via one of []

27 May 2026 9:14 am
Could Drug Resistance Reverse the Life-Extending Trend Created by Antibiotics?

by Manica Balasegaram Antibiotics added 23 years to human life expectancy, but rising antimicrobial resistance, weak drug development, and poor access to treatment could sharply reverse those gains globally. Antibiotics have added an average of 23 years to human life expectancy, but antimicrobial resistance is projected to reduce global life expectancy by about 1.8 years []

27 May 2026 9:04 am
Youth Killed, Three Injured After SUV Plunges into Dal Lake in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: A road accident claimed the life of a youth while three others were injured after a vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into the Dal Lake along Srinagars Foreshore Road on Tuesday evening. Reports said that an EcoSport vehicle bearing registration number JK01V-3260 hit a road divider on the Foreshore Road before falling []

26 May 2026 11:44 pm
Panic in Jammus Gandhi Nagar as Gunshots Fired During Police Operation

SRINAGAR: Panic gripped parts of the posh Gandhi Nagar area of Jammu city on Tuesday evening after gunshots were fired during a police operation in the Mini Market near Green Belt Park. According to police, a team from Gandhi Nagar Police Station, accompanied by the Special Operations Group (SOG), had launched an operation around 6 []

26 May 2026 10:42 pm
Jammu Kashmir: Higher Education Department Activates Tentative College Allotment for UG Admissions 202627

SRINAGAR: The Higher Education Department of Jammu and Kashmir has enabled tentative college allotment and indicative cut-off trends on its admission portal to help applicants make informed choices ahead of the final seat allocation for undergraduate admissions for the 202627 academic session. The department said the tentative allotment and cut-off trends, available on the admission []

26 May 2026 10:20 pm
Over 68 Lakh Land Records Digitised as CS Orders Faster Rollout Across Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: More than 68 lakh land records have been digitised across Jammu and Kashmir, with Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Tuesday directing revenue officials to expedite the rollout of the digitisation programme by clearing pending backlog mutations, freezing Jamabandis and ensuring integration of records with welfare and credit access platforms. Chairing a review of the []

26 May 2026 9:48 pm
Jammu Kashmir Bank Records Over 12 Crore Transactions Worth Rs 15,000 Crore During Pre-Eid Week

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Bank, the premier financial institution of the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, ensured seamless banking services during the festive week leading up to Eid-ul-Azha, recording over 12 crore transactions worth more than Rs 15,000 crore, officials said on Tuesday. An official said that the Bank registered its highest-ever []

26 May 2026 9:20 pm
India Rejects China-Pakistan References to Jammu Kashmir, Reaffirms Sovereignty

SRINAGAR: India on Tuesday strongly rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir in a joint statement issued by China and Pakistan, reiterating that the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral and inalienable parts of the country. Responding to media queries, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi categorically rejected []

26 May 2026 9:02 pm
Near-Record Ocean Temperatures and Shrinking Arctic Ice Mark Earths Third-Warmest April on Record

SRINAGAR: April 2026 was the joint third-warmest April ever recorded globally, with sea surface temperatures nearing historic highs and Arctic sea ice shrinking to its second-lowest extent for the month, according to the latest Climate Bulletin issued by the Copernicus Climate Change Service. The report said average sea surface temperatures across extra-polar oceans between []

26 May 2026 7:54 pm
LG, CM Extend Eid-ul-Adha Greetings, Pray for Peace and Prosperity in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and PDP President Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday extended Eid-ul-Adha greetings to the people, praying for peace, prosperity and harmony across Jammu and Kashmir. In his message, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha conveyed his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people, describing Eid-ul-Adha as a festival symbolising []

26 May 2026 7:23 pm
Inside Kashmirs Largest Sacrificial Animal Market

by Afreen Ashraf and Shoaib Nazir SRINAGAR: In the days leading up to Eid-ul-Adha, Srinagars sprawling Eidgah ground transforms into Kashmirs largest and most prominent sacrificial animal market, turning the area into a temporary world of trade, tradition, and memories. It is one of the most vibrant and important seasonal markets in the historic city []

26 May 2026 6:48 pm
Labourer Killed, Ten Injured as Under-Construction Culvert Collapses in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A labourer lost his life, while ten others sustained injuries in a tragic incident at the Ghill Nala area of Bhalessa in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, after an under-construction culvert collapsed during ongoing work on Tuesday. Officials said that all the injured labourers, who are residents of Bihar, were immediately shifted for []

26 May 2026 6:01 pm
Kashmir Police Solves Minor Girl Murder Mystery, Sole Accused Arrested

SRINAGAR: Budgam Police on Tuesday said it had solved the sensational murder case of a 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village within 36 hours, arresting a local resident allegedly involved in the crime after what officials described as a scientific and evidence-based investigation. Police identified the accused as Mudasir Ahmad Mir, son of Ghulam Nabi Mir, []

26 May 2026 4:58 pm
DLSA Budgam Bans Circulation of Minor Victims Images, Warns of Legal Action

SRINAGAR: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Budgam on Tuesday issued directions prohibiting the circulation and uploading of photographs of a minor victim from Gulwanpora, who was recently killed, stating that such actions are unlawful and punishable under law. In its order, the DLSA noted that images of the victim were being shared on multiple []

26 May 2026 4:41 pm
CM Omar Abdullah Hands Over Compassionate Appointment Orders to 52 Beneficiaries

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday handed over appointment orders to 52 beneficiaries under SRO-43 and the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS). According to the Chief Ministers Office, the appointments were issued as part of the governments compassionate assistance measures for eligible families. SRO-43 provides for employment to a dependent family member []

26 May 2026 4:05 pm
Four Former Jammu Kashmir Cadre IPS Officers Empanelled for IG-Rank Posts in Centre

SRINAGAR: Four senior IPS officers of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir cadre have been empanelled for appointment to Inspector General (IG)-level posts under the Government of India. The officers cleared for empanelment include Vikramjit Singh, Abdul Jabbar, Sarah Rizvi, and Tejinder Singh. Their empanelment enables them to be considered for key assignments at the Centre []

26 May 2026 3:36 pm
Budgam Minor Girl Murder Case: CM Omar Visits Bereaved Family, Assures Strict Action Against Culprit

SRINAGAR: The Chief Minister on Tuesday visited the residence of the minor girl in Budgam district and expressed deep condolences to the bereaved family following the tragic incident that has sent shockwaves across Kashmir. Expressing profound grief, the Chief Minister said the incident had shaken the conscience of society and reiterated that such crimes have []

26 May 2026 3:26 pm
Ladakh: First Karkitchoo Apple Consignment Exported to Dubai

SRINAGAR: In a major boost to Ladakhs horticulture sector, the first consignment of Karkitchoo apples, an indigenous variety from Kargil, has been flagged off for export to Dubai. The one-metric tonne shipment was organised by the Rangyul Organic Producer Company Limited (ROPCL), a Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) from Kargil, with facilitation support from the Agricultural []

26 May 2026 3:13 pm
Budgam Rape and Murder Case: MLA Pledges Legal Aid, Vows Support to Victims Family

SRINAGAR: Budgam MLA and Advocate Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi has expressed strong outrage over the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Galwanpora area, calling it a horrifying crime and a stain on humanity, while announcing that he will personally assist the victims family in pursuing the legal battle. Deeply shocked by the []

26 May 2026 2:50 pm
Eid-ul-Adha Break Extended: Kashmir Schools Shut Till Friday, Special Holiday on May 29

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday announced that all schools in Kashmir region will remain closed from Wednesday to Friday on account of Eid-ul-Adha. Education Minister Sakina Itoo stated that schools will observe a three-day holiday for the occasion. In the meantime, Director of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) in an order said, In []

26 May 2026 2:27 pm
Soaring Prices, Financial Strain Dampen Eid-ul-Adha Rush Across Kashmir; Traders Hope for Last-day Surge

SRINAGAR: The festive buzz that traditionally engulfs markets across Kashmir ahead of Eid-ul-Adha is noticeably absent this year, with traders, shopkeepers and livestock dealers from several districts reporting dull business activity and weak customer response amid growing financial strain on households. From the bustling markets of Srinagar and Baramulla to the town centres of Pulwama, []

26 May 2026 9:00 am
Havent Seen Such Weather Before: Jammu Kashmir Nomads Bear Brunt of Unusual Climate

SRINAGAR: Every summer, long serpentine caravans of sheep, goats and horses begin climbing the rugged mountain tracks of Jammu and Kashmir as the nomadic Gujjar and Bakarwal communities undertake their centuries-old transhumance migration towards the high-altitude Himalayan meadows. But this year, the journey has turned harsh and uncertain. Unusual snowfall, repeated hailstorms and incessant rain []

26 May 2026 8:00 am
US Military Conducts Fresh Strikes in Iran

SRINAGAR: The US military conducted strikes on Monday in southern Iran, targeting locations it said included boats allegedly involved in laying naval mines as well as missile launch sites, describing the action as defensive in nature, according to BBC news. US Central Command said in a statement that the action was intended to protect our []

26 May 2026 7:19 am
IAS Officer Piyush Singla Appointed Director in Ayushman Bharat Mission in Delhi

SRINAGAR: The Government of India has appointed IAS officer Piyush Singla as Director in the National Health AuthorityAyushman Bharat Digital Mission under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. According to an Office Memorandum issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Singla, a 2012-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre, has been selected []

25 May 2026 11:14 pm
8090 Trucks Carrying Over 150 Sheep Each Reach Kashmir Daily Ahead of Eid: KMDA

SRINAGAR: Around 80 to 90 trucks carrying sheep arrive in the Valley daily during the final week ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. The Kashmir Mutton Dealers Association (KMDA) said each truck is carrying more than 150 sheep to meet the growing demand for sacrificial animals across the Valley. Mehraj-ud-Din, General Secretary of KMDA, said the supply has []

25 May 2026 11:04 pm
Gulmarg Gondola to Remain Closed for 2-days

SRINAGAR: The Gulmarg Gondola service in North Kashmirs Baramulla district will remain closed on May 26 and 27 for technical maintenance following Mondays major disruption that left hundreds of tourists stranded mid-air for several hours. An officials said that all tickets booked for May 25, 26 and 27 will be refunded in full. Authorities also []

25 May 2026 10:55 pm
19-Year-Old Girl Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A 19-year-old girl was found hanging under mysterious circumstances at her home in the Pogal Paristan area of Ramban district in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. Officials said that information regarding the incident involving the girl, a resident of the Hoochak area of Tehsil Pogal Paristan, was received in the afternoon. Soon []

25 May 2026 10:47 pm
LG Sinha Hails Rescue Teams After Safe Evacuation of Tourists from Gulmarg Gondola

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday commended the disaster response teams, Army, police and civil administration for the successful rescue of around 400 tourists stranded mid-air following a technical fault in the Gulmarg Gondola cable car system. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said the entire nation stands united []

25 May 2026 10:30 pm
All Tourists Safely Rescued After Gulmarg Gondola Snag, Probe Ordered: CM Omar

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday lauded the efforts of rescue teams and various agencies involved in the safe evacuation of tourists stranded after a technical fault temporarily halted the Gulmarg Gondola service, and ordered a thorough enquiry into the incident. The Chief Minister said the swift response, close coordination and professionalism displayed during []

25 May 2026 10:15 pm
Leopard Kills Dogs, Sheep in Kulgam; Search Operation Underway

SRINAGAR: Panic spread across Munad Guffan village in south Kashmirs Kulgam district after a leopard allegedly killed several dogs and sheep, prompting the Wildlife Department to launch an intensive search operation to trace the wild animal. Officials and local residents said the leopard entered the village and attacked domestic animals, triggering fear among residents and []

25 May 2026 10:05 pm
Jammu Records 40.3C as Intermittent Rainfall Hits Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Heatwave conditions continued to grip the Jammu region on Monday, with Jammu city recording a maximum temperature of 40.3 degrees Celsius, making it one of the hottest days of the season so far. The Meteorological Department said Katra registered the second-highest temperature at 37.8 degrees Celsius, while comparatively cooler weather was recorded in the []

25 May 2026 9:49 pm