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NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday refused to stay the bail granted to Kashmiri human rights activist Khuram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj in a 2020 case registered under the anti-terror law UAPA. The counsel for the National Investigation Agency (NIA) sought a stay on the trial courts bail order, passed on July []

SRINAGAR The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday extended the summer vacation for all government and recognised private schools in the Kashmir Valley and winter zones of Jammu division till July 26 in view of the prevailing weather conditions. Education Minister Sakina Itoo said schools will now reopen on July 27. Keeping the safety []

URI: Security forces deployed along the Line of Control in Gawalta, Uri area of Baramulla have recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, officials said on Tuesday Officials said that 19 Raj rifles of army, deployed at LOC Gawalta, informed Police Station Uri regarding the recovery made near Chowkas in village Gawalta. A police team []

JAMMU: Senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Tuesday accused the National Conference-led government of failing to respond effectively to the flash floods and landslides in the Rajouri-Poonch region, alleging its representatives were largely absent from the ground during the crisis. Sharmas remarks drew sharp criticism from Congress MLA Iftikhar Ahmad and Independent MLA Muzaffar Khan, []

Srinagar: In a major boost to medical education in Jammu and Kashmir, Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Tuesday announced that Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri has been granted approval for 50 additional MBBS seats, increasing its annual intake from 100 to 150. In a post on X, the Minister Itoo, said the []

Srinagar: Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) vice-president Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said the statehood protest in Delhi was just a beginning and not the end and that the party will continue reminding the Centre of its commitments and will not compromise on its political agenda to appease the BJP. Addressing a press conference in []

ISLAMABAD: An Iranian official began meetings Tuesday with mediators in Pakistan as an interim deal between Iran and the United States has collapsed . Irans Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni met Pakistans army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, two officials said. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the []

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday asserted that strong action was taken against those involved in the NEET paper leaks so that no one plays with the future of the youth, and said states should join hands with the Centre to tackle the menace in national interest. Modi made the remarks at a []

NEW DELHI: The Cockroach Janta Party protesters camped at Jantar Mantar through the night despite heavy rain, tight security and a police crackdown on them during the Sansad Chalo march a day ago. On Tuesday morning, volunteers cleaned the protest site, while CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke apologised to supporters injured in the police action. Heavy []

Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir witnessed intense rainfall between July 19 and 21, with Katra recording the highest cumulative precipitation in the region. According to rainfall data, Katra received 245.6 mm of rain during the three-day period. Poonch recorded 204.5 mm, followed by Rajouri with 186.2 mm and Reasi with 184.5 mm. Udhampur also reported significant []

RAJOURI/JAMMU An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found and subsequently destroyed in a controlled explosion by experts in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday. The IED was noticed by an army search party in village Argi Dalhori late Monday evening, the officials said. They said a Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) was []

Dr Farooq, Omar lead protest march; party says commitments made by Centre must be honoured Srinagar: The Jammu & Kashmir National Conference Monday registered its protest in the national capital, demanding the restoration of the rights, dignity and statehood of the people of Jammu & Kashmir. The party urged the Central Government to fulfill, without []

New Delhi: Amid curbs in central Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah hailed an autorickshaw to reach Prithviraj Road on Monday, after police stopped National Conference leaders from moving towards Jantar Mantar to demand statehood for J&K. National Conference leaders and workers, led by party president Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, gathered in []

Srinagar: The death toll in rain-related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir rose to 23 on Monday as heavy rains triggered landslides and flash floods in the Union Territory. The rise in fatalities comes as the India Meteorological Department has forecast very heavy rainfall at a few places in Jammu and Kashmir on July 20 and []

Directs proactive preparedness amid heavy rains Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced an ex gratia relief of 6 lakh for the next of kin of each person who lost their life in the rain-related incidents in Rajouri and Poonch districts, as an immediate measure to support the bereaved families. Expressing profound grief over the []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reviewed the situation following heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides in several districts of the Union Territory. The LG spoke with the senior officials and directed for swift relief and infrastructure restoration in affected areas. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said: I spoke to Senior Officials today []

Rajouri: In response to the heavy rainfall and flash floods that affected several parts of the district, the District Administration Rajouri has launched an extensive relief, rescue and restoration operation to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected population. Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma and SSP Gaurav Sikarwar jointly visited various flood-affected areas to []

Field machinery put on high alert Srinagar: In view of the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds, the Chief Engineer, Distribution, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), has issued a comprehensive advisory for the general public and directed all field functionaries to remain on high []

Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the tragic loss of three lives in shooting-stone incidents at Raggi Nallah and Jathi Ganika in Doda district, which also left six persons injured. The Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for eternal peace to the departed []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed grief and sorrow over the loss of seven lives in a tragic landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Poonch district. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said: A tragic landslide caused by heavy rainfall in Poonch has resulted in the loss of seven precious lives. I []

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed an unprecedented spell of extreme weather this month so far, with more than 20 cloudbursts reported across the Union Territory, triggering flash floods, landslides and widespread destruction that have claimed several lives and damaged public infrastructure. Officials said that at least 15 cloudbursts were reported during the first 14 []

Poonch: Seven persons were killed after a fresh landslide triggered by heavy rainfall hit the Loran-Dumilan area of Poonch district on Monday, sources said. Sources said that the landslide hit amid incessant rain, causing extensive damage in the area. They said seven bodies have been recovered so far, while search and rescue operations are underway []

SRINAGAR: July 20 National Conference workers on Monday staged a protests at district headquarters across Kashmir in support of the demand for restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Carrying party flags and placards in support of statehood restoration, the protesters demanded that the Central government fulfil its commitment made in Parliament and Supreme Court []

New Delhi/Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the Centre had forced the National Conference (NC) to stage a protest in New Delhi by failing to honour its promise of restoring Jammu and Kashmirs statehood. Addressing reporters in the national capital, Omar, said the party had been reminding the Central government []

Srinagar: The Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) on Monday said heavy rainfall exceeded the citys drainage capacity, prompting authorities to activate dewatering stations, deploy mobile pumps and field teams and intensify efforts to tackle waterlogging across Srinagar. Speaking to reporters in Jammu, SMC Commissioner Fazlul Haseeb,said the city witnessed a sudden spell of intense rainfall over []

JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah left for Delhi on Monday to join the National Conferences protest there demanding restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The demonstration coincides with the commencement of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and will be led by the National Conference president Farooq Abdullah. Under the leadership of our president, the []

Srinagar,: National Conference is set to hold its programme on statehood at the Constitution Club of India. An official from the Constitution Club confirmed that the party has reserved Malvankar Hall for the event. Yes, they have booked it from 11:00 AM, the official said over the phone. The National Conference had earlier announced that []

Srinaga: The Special Crime Wing of the Crime Branch, Kashmir on Monday said it conducted searches at multiple locations in Srinagar and Ganderbal districts after busting an extortion racket in which fraudsters allegedly impersonated Crime Branch and Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials to threaten and extort over Rs 30 lakh from a senior citizen. In a []

Srinagar:The India Meteorological Departments Srinagar centre issued a weather warning for heavy rain and thunderstorms in multiple districts of Jammu region, with a fresh risk of flash floods and landslides. A official of MeT Sirnagar told that a spell of heavy rain and brief intense heavy showers with thunder and lightning is most likely to []

DUBAI: The United States began a new round of airstrikes early Monday targeting Iran after announcing the death of another American service member, and Iran fired missiles toward Jordan that risked widening the conflict into neighboring Israel. Step by step, the US and Iran have inched closer to all-out war as last months interim deal []

EAST RUTHERFORD: Spain substitute Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give his team a 1-0 win over defending champion Argentina in the World Cup final on Sunday. Spain was absolutely dominant in terms of possession and shot attempts. Lionel Messi and Argentina found a way to hang on and force extra time []

8 members of one family buried in Surankote landslide; rescue ops underway CM Abdullah cancels Delhi protest, chairs high-level meet Weather advisory warns of rain till July 23 Jammu: At least 12 people were killed and several others missing as torrential rains unleashed landslides and flash floods across the twin border districts of Poonch and []

Calls for seamless coordination, safeguarding lives, restoring essential services; ministers to begin field visits from today Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, to review the situation arising from incessant rainfall leading to flash floods in Poonch & Rajouri. The Chief Minister also assessed the preparedness []

Directs DCs, officials to provide immediate aid Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has reviewed the Rescue and Relief Operations in Rajouri and Poonch following the incessant rain and flash floods. The Lieutenant Governor, who is closely monitoring the situation, has directed the Deputy Commissioners and senior officials to provide immediate aid to all affected families []

Rajouri/Jammu: At least 130 people were evacuated to a relief centre established by the district administration at the Government Higher Secondary School in the flood-hit town of Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said. Flash floods triggered by incessant overnight rainfall have left a large number of families homeless after floodwaters swept away []

New Delhi: The National Conference is set to proceed with its planned protest in the national capital on Monday to demand the restoration of statehood, despite uncertainty over the venue and the absence of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who is back in Jammu to oversee an unfolding flood crisis. The protest was []

Youth have taken reins of future; era of drugs over Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday addressed Interfaith Dialogue for Harmony in Baramulla, organised by the Save Youth Save Future Foundation. He commended the Save Youth Save Future Foundation for their contribution to the drug-free Jammu Kashmir campaign. He said the young volunteers worked []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday visited the ancient shrine of Vichar Nag in Srinagar. He paid his obeisance and offered prayers for peace, prosperity and well-being of all. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with devotees and also took stock of the renovation works. For millennia, this sacred temple has anchored Indias []

Srinagar: Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma on Sunday said politics can wait and humanity should come first as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) decided to postpone its proposed July 20 protest in Jammu and Kashmir in view of the flash floods that caused heavy loss of life and property in Poonch and Rajouri districts. []

Poonch/Rajouri):Casualties and injuries have been reported in Poonch and Rajouri districts on Sunday after heavy rainfall triggered house collapses and flash floods. In Poonch, a kaccha house collapsed in Noonabandi area of Haveli Tehsil. A woman died in the incident. Officials said that three other members of the same family were injured and shifted to []

Urges youth to read one book beyond textbooks every month Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday attended the third edition of the Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar, describing it as more than just an event but a movement to build a vibrant community of readers, writers, and thinkers. He urged youth to read at []

Govt orders transfers, postings of police officers Srinagar: The Government of Jammu and Kashmirs Home Department has issued a formal order regarding transfers and postings of police officers, with immediate effect. Under Government Order No. 372-ISA, dated 17th July 2026, several police officials have been reassigned to new positions within the department. Sheikh Junaid Mehmood, []

MeT forecasts widespread rainfall from today Srinagar: Srinagar on Saturday recorded the hottest day of the season as the mercury climbed to 35.9 degrees Celsius, nearly six degrees above normal, even as the Meteorological Department forecast a significant shift in weather with widespread rainfall, thunderstorms and the possibility of heavy to very heavy showers across []

Our peaceful struggle for restoration of J&Ks special rights will continue Srinagar: The Jammu & Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah Saturday voiced deep concern over what he described as the growing climate of hatred, communalism, religious intolerance and social polarization in the country. Calling for collective action, he appealed to all secular, democratic []

Er Rashid to observe hunger strike, walk barefoot to Parl on Jul 21 Srinagar: Jailed MP Baramulla Er. Rashid, through his legal team, has reiterated his firm commitment to fight for the legitimate rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and assured them that he would be the last person to compromise his conscience. []

We believe in dialogue, reconciliation, not protests, confrontations: Bukhari Srinagar: Apni Party on Saturday announced its support for the ruling National Conferences demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. However, the party decided not to participate in the National Conferences proposed sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 20. []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday extended his heartiest congratulations to Team Skyroot Aerospace following the successful maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1. In his congratulatory message, the Lieutenant Governor said: Heartiest congratulations to Team Skyroot Aerospace on the successful maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1. This historic achievement is a proud moment for the nation []

Srinagar: In view of inclement weather forecast issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shri Amarnathji Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes with effect from 19.07.2026 as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims, the government said on Saturday. In view of the forecast of []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reviewed the situation after a Shri Amarnathji Yatra convoy vehicle met with an accident near Jakhani in Udhampur earlier this morning. The Lieutenant Governor spoke with Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Shri Minga Sherpa and medical officials, and directed for best possible medical care for the injured undergoing treatment at GMC Udhampur. []