External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday (US local time) inaugurated an exhibition at the United Nations on The Human Cost of Terrorism. In the exhibition he brought to attention how terrorism is a grave threat to humanity and how it must be dealt with an iron fist, with the world to come together and []

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Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis 5-nation visit, senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs informed that the Prime Minister will address the parliaments of Ghana, Namibia and Trinidad & Tobago. In a special briefing on Monday, Dammu Ravi, Secretary (ER) said that in Ghana, the visit is taking place after 30 years. The []

Medical, lodging & safety systems ready for pilgrims Round-the-clock amenities for pilgrims ensured BaltalYatra Base camp goes eco-friendly with new clean-up initiatives Inaugurates donor-funded Yatriniwas at PanthaChowk for 1,300 pilgrims

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Srinagar, June 30: As the annual AmarnathYatra gears up to begin on July 3, authorities have implemented an unprecedented multi-layered security apparatus across the pilgrimage routes, in response to heightened threat perceptions following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine in South Kashmirs Himalayasshortened from 52 days []

Says even one big order can transform an artisans life Urges buyers to forge lasting trade ties with local artisans Over 100 stalls, 45 global buyers take part in Srinagar Meetings held with LG to ensure security arrangements for SANJY 2025

Srinagar, June 30: NalinPrabhat,IPS, Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir, chaired a high-level Joint Security Review meeting at Range Police Headquarters, Anantnag, to assess the overall security scenario in South Kashmir, with a special focus on the forthcoming ShriAmarnathJiYatra (SANJY)-2025. Following the meeting, the DGP, accompanied by Special DGP Coordination SJM Gillani,IPS, IGP Security []

Ferozpura Nallah diverted for drinking water supply Schemes were well planned, but water levels have drastically fallen: Officials Farmers cry foul as canals run dry

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Jammu, June 30: Anti-Corruption Bureauhas trapped and arrested Liaquat Ali, Patwari, Halqa Thuthay Chak, Hiranagar, District Kathua, for demanding and accepting bribe of Rs 30,000. Officials revealed that ACBreceived a complaint alleging therein that a public servant namely Liaquat Ali, Patwari, Patwar Halqa Thuthay Chak Tehsil Hiranagar, District Kathua, demanded illegal gratification from the complainant []

Shopian, June 30 In order to take on ground appraisal of development work, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today visited Keller block where he inspected developmental works, both completed and ongoing along with senior officers of the district administration. The DC visited Zampathri Bridge, connecting Zampathri with Pehlipora, executed at the cost of 60 []

Shopian, June 30; In a significant step towards promoting mental well being among rural women, the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) Shopian, in collaboration with the Human Welfare Voluntary Organization (HWVO), organized a Mental Health awareness programme for Self Help Group (SHG) members of Shopian and Keller blocks at the District Mission Management []

Ramban, June 30 : Three gates of Baglihar Dam in Jammu and Kashmirs Ramban district have been opened on Monday as water levels in the Chenab River continued to rise following incessant rainfall in the region, officials said. The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), in coordination with the local administration, issued advisories warning about the []

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Pulwama, June 30: Farmers across various areas of South Kashmirs Pulwama district have started harvesting plum, with the fruit now making its way to markets amid encouraging demand.The demand this season is noticeably higher compared to previous years, said Parvaiz Ahmad, a marginal plum grower. He added that the harvest began a few days earlier []

Awantipora, June 30: The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized One-Day Workshop today to commemorate National Statistics Day 2025. The workshop aimed to highlight the critical role of Statistics and Data Science in diverse domains and to promote awareness of their interdisciplinary applications.The key feature of the program was []

Srinagar, Jun 30: J&K Bank today gave a warm send-off to two of its senior-most officers, Sushil Kumar Gupta and Syed Shujaat Hussain Andrabi, who superannuated as General Managers after serving the institution with distinction for over 35 years.Executive Director Sudhir Gupta chaired the farewell function held at the Banks Corporate Headquarters. The event was []

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Srinagar, June 30: The District Speed Skating Championship kicked off at Gindun Stadium in Srinagar with an enthusiastic turnout from young skaters across Kashmir. The opening day saw impressive displays of talent, energy and sportsmanship.In a statement issued to Rising Kashmir, the event was warmly hosted by Dilbagh Singh, Manager of Gindun Stadium, and witnessed []

Brief pre-dawn rain floods homes, residents blame decades old official apathy

Jammu, June 30: To safeguard consumer interestsespecially those of Shri Amarnath Ji pilgrimsthe Legal Metrology Department of Jammu and Kashmir has intensified its market inspections in Kathua district, a vital transit corridor for Yatris. The special enforcement drive was conducted under the direction of Controller Legal Metrology, J&K, Rajinder Singh Tara.As per a statement issued []

Jammu, June 30: The staff and officers of the Directorate of Agriculture, Jammu, Monday bid a warm and affectionate farewell to Pardeep Sharma, Agriculture Economist Jammu and Arshad Hussain Rashid, Assistant Agriculture Engineer, Seed Processing Unit, Jammu, who superannuated after rendering over 35 years of dedicated service to the department.According to a statement issued to []

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited Baltal Base Camp and reviewed the preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji annual pilgrimage, scheduled to commence on July 03. At Baltal, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with the Camp officials and reviewed the arrangements for healthcare, power, communication, water supply, sanitation, food, lodging, weather forecasting, traffic management, surveillance and []

Five petitioners including a former Union Home Secretary, retired defence officers, and a government-appointed interlocutor have written an open letter to Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, urging the Supreme Court to take suo moto cognizance of the continuing delay in restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Citing assurances made by the Union Government, []

Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to begin on July 3, security forces were deployed in key areas on Monday, including Ramban and Pahalgam, to carry out robust patrols and inspections to ensure the safety and security of the pilgrims. Security officials inspected arrangements ahead of the commencement of the Amarnath Yatra in Anantnag, Banihal, []

Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday departed on an official visit to Bhutan. The Indian Army stated that the visit aimed to further bolster the enduring bilateral defence cooperation between the two nations. General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS proceeded on an official visit to Bhutan today. The visit aims to further []

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government has made all the arrangements for smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra. Speaking with reporters, per news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), XM Omar said that they hope and pray for the safe and smooth conduct of the yatra. The Lieutenant Governor chaired meetings with political parties and []

Chairman NABARD, Shaji KV on Monday called on the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. In a post on X , Office of CM wrote, Mr. Shaji KV, Chairman NABARD, called on the Chief Minister and discussed strengthening rural infrastructure, credit support to farmers, and boosting agri-based enterprises in J&K.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday Visited Baltal Base Camp and reviewed the preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. In a post on X, Office of LG wrote, Visited Baltal Base Camp, today and reviewed the preparedness ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. SASB, Admin, Police, Security Forces, all stakeholders have diligently implemented pilgrim-centric []

US President Donald Trump has denied engaging in any talks with Iran or offering them concessions. In a late-night post on Truth Social, Trump stated, I am not offering Iran ANYTHING, unlike Obama, who paid them $Billions under the stupid road to a nuclear weapon JCPOA (which would now be expired!), nor am I even []

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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi said that US strikes on Iran fell short of causing total damage to its nuclear programme and that Tehran could restart enriching uranium in a matter of months, contradicting US President Donald Trumps claims the US set Tehrans ambitions back by decades, CNN reported. Grossis comments appear []

Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to begin on July 3, CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) has rolled out a robust multi-layered security plan along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), to ensure safety and security of the pilgrims. Jammu-Srinagar Highway is one of the vital routes for thousands of pilgrims. The CRPF has intensified surveillance, []

Meets terror victims families, promises fast-track justice & economic support Victims gaining courage to expose Paks role in terror Says no more public funerals for terrorists, its time to honour victims Condemns terror ecosystem, calls for end to silence on victims suffering

Conducts extensive review of Nunwan&Chandanwari base camps Directs Telecom firms to ensure uninterrupted services during yatra Interacts with officials, medical teams during inspection

New Delhi, June 29 :Prime Minister NarendraModi on Sunday during the 123rd episode of his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat condemned imposition of Emergency in the country and termed the period as one of the darkest chapters in Indias democratic history. He said that country is observing the 50th anniversary of the Emergency as []

Mobile bunkers, dog squads, aerial surveillance in action All routes to be sanitised before Yatra convoys Drones, CCTVs deployed at key locations

Felicitates new appointees, terms youth leadership crucial for J&Ks political, social landscape Youth politics must reflect realities, not rhetoric: Salman Sagar

Ganderbal, June 29:As the countdown begins for the annual ShriAmarnathYatra, scheduled from July 3, the Baltal base camp in Ganderbal is abuzz with activity and anticipation. Locals involved with the pilgrimage have warmly welcomed the yatris, expressing eagerness and readiness to assist throughout the journey. Baltal is taking on a festive atmosphere, with coloUrful tents []

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Srinagar, June 29: As the countdown begins for the annual Amarnath Yatra, the historic Mandi Ram Temple in Jammu has come alive with chants of Bam Bam Bhole, as sadhus from across India gather ahead of the pilgrimage beginning July 3. The temple, a traditional spiritual base for seers, is witnessing a steady influx of []

The ongoing global situation demands an appraisal of the overall approach to deal with the nations when it comes to a sustainable foreign policy. India has to recalibrate its approach to deliver apt response and messages when it matters the most in the present uncertain geo-politics guided by inconsistency. Indias precision guided Operation Sindoor meant []

Reasi, June 29: In the latest edition of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted a remarkable celebration of International Day of Yoga that took place at one of Indias most iconic locationsthe Chenab Rail Bridge in Reasi, Jammu & Kashmir. The bridge, known as the worlds highest railway arch bridge, served as a []

Jammu, June 29: In a moment of immense pride for the Union Territory, the Jammu and Kashmir Volleyball boys team was honoured at Lemon Tree Hotel, Jammu, by the Volleyball Association of J&K (VAJK) for their historic gold medal victory in the 7th edition of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG), held in May this []

Order cites communal sensitivity, urges inclusive, secular practices

Bandipora, June 29: In continuation of its weekly cleanliness campaign under the banner of Swachhata Tyohaar, Municipal Council (MC) Bandipora organised a vibrant awareness rally to promote the importance of cleanliness, hygiene and proper waste segregation.An official statement issued here said that the rally commenced from the Municipal Council office and culminated at Nishat Park, []

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