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Jammu Tawi, Mar 1: Army troops opened fire to bring down a Pakistani drone after it entered into the Indian side from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district early Sunday, officials said. However, the drone returned to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) after hovering briefly in Digwar area, the officials said. This was the [] The post Pak drone enters Indian side along LoC, Army opens fire appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 1: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Sunday announced a two-day closure of all schools, colleges and universities across the Kashmir Valley as a precautionary measure. Education Minister Sakina Itoo said the decision was taken to ensure student safety amid protests in parts of the Valley Minister Itoo said, we have decided to [] The post Educational institutions closed in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 1: The Centres Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir government, will organise a day-long national governance conference on March 3 in Jammu, an official statement said. The event aims to showcase and disseminate innovative governance practices adopted by districts across the country that [] The post Centre to organise Good Governance Conference in Jammu tomorrow appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 1 : A Delhi court on Sunday extended the judicial custody of eight operatives of an Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module who illegally entered India and procured forged identity documents by 14 days. The LeT operatives, seven of whom were Bangladeshi nationals, were produced with heavy security presence at the court, with a previous [] The post LeT Module Case: Court extends judicial custody of 8 operatives by 14 days appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 1: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha held a review meeting here on Sunday over the security situation across the Union Territory, urging all communities to uphold peace. The meeting came amid widespread protests following the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel attack. It was attended by [] The post LG chairs top security review meeting, appeals all to uphold peace appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 1: Major General Ajai Singh Dabas has assumed command of Counter Insurgency Force (Delta) in Jammu and Kashmir, replacing Maj Gen A P S Bal, army said on Sunday. Delta Force was raised on September 5, 1994 and is headquartered in Batote area of Ramban district. The force has been instrumental in eliminating [] The post Maj Gen Dabas takes over as GOC of Delta force in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Iran launches retaliatory attacks, Middle East peace in limbo Tehran/New Delhi, Mar 1: Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a coordinated US-Israeli military strike on Tehran early Sunday, triggering Iranian retaliatory attacks on US bases in many countries, threatening destabilisation of the entire Middle East. Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes that [] The post Iranian Supreme leader Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Rajouri, (J&K) Construction of a 10 lakh community hall in Nala Panchayat, Sunderbani Tehsil of Rajouri district has come to a halt amid allegations of procedural lapses, favouritism and undue pressure. According to sources, the project, sanctioned under the Rural Development Department (RDD) and allotted to a contractor through the Block Development Officer [] The post Rs 10 Lakh Community Hall in Sunderbani stalled amid irregularities, political pressure; Locals cry foul appeared f

When a Language Is Ignored, Justice Is Denied By Mohd. Yaseen When a language recognized by the Constitution is ignored in its own homeland, it is not a minor administrative oversight. It is a serious lapse that raises fundamental questions about fairness, representation, and institutional sensitivity. The recent Assistant recruitment notification issued by [] The post Language, Identity, and a Question of Fairness appeared first on Northlines .

By Chahat Mahajan With the rise of social media, the term toxic positivity has gained significant attention over the past few years. Many Instagram influencers, despite having no professional background, promote a version of positivity that often lacks nuance. They suggest that positive affirmations and staying happy at every phase of life will automatically make [] The post How Positivity Became a Mental Health Obligation? appeared first on Northlines .

The momentous victory of Jammu and Kashmir in Ranji Trophy against the heavyweight Karnataka team has given thousands of reasons to celebrate and have a gala time for one and all in J&K but what is to be seen is the hard work and resilience of the players of the UT to achieve this feat [] The post Ranji Triumph sets the benchmark appeared first on Northlines .

399 water samples out 606 declared unsafe for drinking Contains E. Coli Bacterium that may cause water borne diseases Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Mar 01: In a shocking revelation, the majority of the water samples collected by the concerned agencies from different areas of the Jammu province have been found to be not safe [] The post Epidemic threat looms large over Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Mandeep Bhandari, Sarita Chauhan find place in Addl Secys panel New Delhi, Feb 28: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the empanelment of 41 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers for holding Secretary-level posts in the Government of India. Among those empaneled at Secretary level are Rohit Kansal, a 1995-batch officer [] The post Kansal among 41 Officers empaneled as Secys in GoI appeared first on Northlines .

CS Calls for Stakeholder Conference Jammu Tawi, Feb 28:Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today stressed the need for holding a comprehensive stakeholders conference to ensure smooth, time-bound and effective implementation of reform-oriented deregulations introduced under the Reduction of Compliance Burden initiative aimed at strengthening Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) across Jammu & Kashmir. The Chief Secretary [] The post J&K aims for 100% Business Reform Compliance in 3 months appeared first on Nor

Jammu Tawi, Feb 28:Reminding the people that security forces have rendered innumerable sacrifices to restore peace in Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that youth are the solution to every challenge. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 2nd Edition of Sikh Cricket Premier League (SCPL) here, LG Sinha said, The new [] The post Youth solution to every challenge: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

CM joins celebrations, announces Rs 2 Cr reward for players, support staff Jammu Tawi, Feb 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for clinching their maiden Ranji Trophy title. PM Modi wrote on X: Congratulations to the Jammu and Kashmir team for their first ever Ranji Trophy win! [] The post PM, HM, CM, others laud J&K cricket team appeared first on Northlines .

End of 66-year wait as Jammu & Kashmir script golden chapter in Indian domestic cricket Jammu Tawi, Feb 28: In a landmark moment for the region, Jammu & Kashmir lifted their maiden Ranji Trophy title, defeating Karnataka cricket team in a one-sided final at Hubballi to script history after more than six decades. [] The post J&K clinch maiden Ranji Trophy title with commanding show against Karnataka appeared first on Northlines .

PM Keir Starmer cant save Labour Party from shrinking with his present policy By Ben Chacko LONDON: Hannah Spencers resounding win for the Greens in Gorton and Denton is a slap in the face for Reform, the writing on the wall for Starmer-Labour and good news for the whole left. Polls indicating it [] The post Greens candidate Hannah Spencers seismic win shows British politics is changing fast appeared first on Northlines .

The judiciary, which purports to be the protector of democracy, simultaneously defends itself aggressively against even the slightest attempts at scrutiny and accountability. On 24th February (Tuesday), the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) released Exploring Society: India and Beyond (Part 2, First Edition), a Class 8 textbook that featured updated chapters addressing [] The post SC halts NCERT Book on a chapter on Judicial Corruption! appeared first on Northlines .

By Er. Rajesh Pathak, Bhopal Come and attend the Shakha, if you want to know the RSS this is heard these days at events organized on the eve of 100 years of the Sangh coming into existence. What does Shakha stand for? Let us look at some episodes related to the RSS to understand [] The post Come and Attend the Shakha to Know the RSS! appeared first on Northlines .

March 5 polls to be limited mainly to four major political parties including CPN(UML) OF K P Soli By Asad Mirza Nepal will go to the polls on March 5 to elect a new government. Nearly 19 million people will take part in the ballot for Nepals House of Representatives. The general election [] The post Balen Shah of RSP, back by Gen-Z is getting good support in last leg of Nepal elections appeared first on Northlines .

Modern day warfare requires multifaceted capabilities to effectively counter the enemies of the nation. Focusing on this situation, India has been continuously working to bolster its defence and attacking capabilities. In the same context, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) from [] The post Bolstering Defence Capabilities appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 27: Afghan armed forces struck a nuclear facility and a military base in the Kakul village near Abbottabad in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Russian news agency TASS reported. It said hundreds of dead and injured have been taken to a hospital in Islamabad. The Pakistan Military Academy is located in Kakul. The [] The post Afghan forces strike Pak nuclear facility, military base near Abbottabad, amid escalating clashes appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 27 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India has discovered its inherent strength in the last 12 years and, following this rising self-confidence, developed nations are coming forward to sign trade deals with the country. Addressing the News18 Rising Bharat Summit, Modi said even after Independence, some people ensured that [] The post India discovered inherent strength: PM appeared first on Northlines .

Conducts surprise raids in Udhampur, Reasi Jammu Tawi, Feb 27: The Anti-Corruption Bureau has launched sweeping Joint Surprise Checks (JSCs) targeting illegal mining operations across the Udhampur and Reasi districts. A ACB spokesman said that the crackdown is a decisive move to protect the regions environment and combat corruption. The operation was [] The post ACB launches crackdown against illegal mining appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 27: A sessions court here has issued non-bailable warrants against four terrorist commanders including the self-styled chief of the banned terror outfit Hizbul Mujahideen, Mohammad Yousuf Shah alias Syed Salahuddin, in a 30 year old case, officials said on Friday. In a significant step towards dismantling terror networks and reinforcing rule of [] The post Court issues warrants against 4 absconding terrorist commanders including Hizbul chief appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 27: In a significant development, the Jammu & Kashmir Government has amended the Unified Building Bye-Laws, 2021 (UBBL-2021), introducing a fully digital system for building permissions in the Union Territory. The Housing & Urban Development Department has made key changes to the UBBL-2021 under powers vested in it by the Jammu [] The post J&K introduces digital building permission system appeared first on Northlines .

Says focus on improving destinations, cleanliness, facilities, not just footfall New Delhi: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Friday highlighted the importance of the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) as a platform to boost tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. He reiterated the governments commitment to sustainable, value-based tourism rather than volume-driven footfall. [] The post Value-based tourism key for J&K: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Highlights Role of Universities in nation-building Jammu Tawi, Feb 27: Asking the faculty members to make their higher education campuses the manufacturing hubs of new ideas, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Friday said that technological explosion has quietly transformed both educational institutions and industries alike. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of Goonj 2026, [] The post Goonj 2026 | LG calls for innovation-led transformation in Higher Education appeared first on Northlines .

by Dr. P.V. Laxmiprasad with New Private and Foreign Universities The face of higher education in India is changing rapidly with the entry into the Indian educational landscape by private (newly formed) and foreign (newly established) universities to support a new competitive, innovative and globally exposed era of higher education in India. [] The post The Changing Face of Higher Education in India appeared first on Northlines .

Big Budget film markets are clueless as to which type will succeed By T N Ashok There is something painfully symbolic about a state-of-the-art multiplex in Hyderabad Dolby Atmos ceiling, IMAX screen the size of a football field, carpet that cost more per square metre than most Indian families earn in a [] The post The Empty Throne: How Bollywood lost its audience to thriving OTT appeared first on Northlines .

There should be zero tolerance against teachers showing waywardness because this profession demands integrity, discipline, and moral example. It is unfortunate that cases of indiscipline shown by the teachers in schools, especially those run by the government often come to the fore demanding an exemplary action and corrective measures because educational institutions are meant for [] The post Teachers need to set moral example appeared first on Northlines .

Choosing the right electric scooter has become an important decision for urban commuters seeking efficiency, reliability, and long-term value. Electric two-wheelers now account for over half of Indias total electric vehicle sales, highlighting their growing role in daily mobility. As electric mobility continues to evolve, buyers look beyond running costs and focus on build quality, [] The post Best EV Scooter in India: A Guide to Features, Prices, and Performance appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 26: The Supreme Court on Thursday imposed a complete blanket ban on any further publication, reprinting or digital dissemination of the NCERTs Class 8 social science book as it contains offending contents on corruption in the judiciary, saying a gunshot has been fired and the institution is bleeding. The government, on [] The post SC bans NCERT book over chapter on judicial corruption; minister promises action appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 26: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K on Thursday said they have registered a formal case against two Srinagar residents for allegedly orchestrating a major fraud in the procurement of medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The EOW said, the [] The post Crime Branch exposes Rs 2.24 crore COVID Scam appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 26: Authorities have ordered reopening of historic Mughal Road for vehicular movement from Friday (February 27), following the successful clearance of heavy snow accumulation along the high-altitude stretch. The decision has sparked widespread relief and happiness among residents of Shopian and the Pir Panchal region, who remain cut off from each other [] The post Mughal Road to reopen for vehicular traffic today appeared first on Northlines .

Says Pak Army still supporting infiltration; this time our response will be stronger Pathankot, Feb 26: Noting a sustained decline in terrorism indicators in Jammu and Kashmir, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command, Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, on Thursday said the security situation in the Union Territory has become very normal, even [] The post Terror graph declining in J&K, launch pads under watch: Gen Katiyar appeared first on Northlines .

Says of 239 gold medals 186 won by girls, of 164 PhDs awarded, 108 bear our daughters names Srinagar, Feb 26:Stating that in New India daughters are getting equal ground and opportunities, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Thursday lauded the girls for their dominant performance in every field. Addressing the 21st convocation of the University [] The post In New India, daughters getting equal opportunities: LG appeared first on Northlines .

Jerusalem, Feb 26 : India and Israel on Thursday unequivocally and strongly condemned terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism, and reaffirmed their collective resolve to combat this menace. A joint statement issued after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu said the two leaders called for [] The post India, Israel reaffirm their collective resolve to combat terrorism appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 26: Reminding young graduates that change is the only constant, Vice-President, C P Radhakrishnan, on Thursday said that success in life depends on character and discipline. The Vice-President while addressing the 21st Convocation of the University of Kashmir here as chief guestmarking his first-ever visit to J&K after assuming office said, World [] The post VP urges youth to innovate, contribute to vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 appeared first on Northlines .

High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ruled that a citizen cannot be made to suffer for lapses committed by a public authority, deciding in favour of an auction buyer who waited more than a decade to obtain possession of land auctioned in 2011 by the Jammu Development Authority (JDA). The court imposed [] The post Citizen cant suffer for Public Authoritys fault: JK HC appeared first on Northlines .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi set a remarkable record on Thursday, becoming the worlds first leader and politician to surpass 100 million followers on Instagram. His following is now so significant that it exceeds the combined total of the next five most-followed global leaders. PM Modi had primarily used to share scenes of official engagements, [] The post Modi crosses 100 million on Instagram: appeared first on Northlines .

Senator Bernie Sanders warns against increasing domination of political system by superrich By Mark Gruenberg PALO ALTO(USA):The U.S. faces a tsunami of lost jobs100 million over the next decadeto the rapid development of artificial intelligence and robotics taking over a wide range of occupations, ranging from accounting to fast food, the AFL-CIO, [] The post United States faces fast loss of 100 million jobs to Artificial Intelligence in a decade appeared first on Northlines .

Indian units have to upgrade workforce and set up centres for taking displaced labour By Dr. Nilanjan Banik The recent fall in Indian IT stocks due to the belief that large language model agents such as those developed by Anthropic can automate chunks of work currently outsourced to Indian IT services has led [] The post Anthropic episode should be a wake-up call for Indian IT companies as well as Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Trump gambit relies on familiar logic of readiness and deterrence By Syafruddin Arsyad As the United States naval forces assemble in the Gulf even as Washington acknowledges ongoing talks with Teheran, the U.S. appears to be pursuing a carefully calibrated but inherently risky strategy. By pairing visible military pressure with diplomatic outreach, [] The post Assault or Diplomacy: Washingtons mixed signals to Teheran appeared first on Northlines .

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 26: The rift between coalition partners, the Congress and the National Conference (NC), in J&K has widened so much so that the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) has requested both Rahul Gandhi and Kharge to visit J&K to resolve the deepening differences between Cong and the NC. The [] The post Rahul, Kharge likely to visit J&K next month to bridge gap between Cong-NC appeared first on Northlines .

Innovations in Microbial Interventions for Productivity, Nutrient Cycling, and Stress Management Prof (Dr.) Parshant Bakshi Horticulture has emerged as one of the most dynamic and growth-oriented sectors of Indian agriculture. It contributes substantially to nutritional security, diversification of farm incomes, employment generation, and export earnings. However, the long-term sustainability of horticultural production systems is increasingly [] The post Soil Health Enhancement in Horticultural

Sh. Saurabh Garg Gross Domestic Product or GDP, is a way to measure the size and health of a countrys economy, more like a report card for a nation, it tells us how much the country is producing in terms of goods and services. When GDP is growing, it usually means businesses are producing more [] The post The Economy Through a New Lens: Understanding Indias GDP Base Revision appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 25: Security forces on Wednesday unearthed a terrorist hideout in a forward village in Poonch district and recovered a cache of arms, including two ready-to-use improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and a pistol, officials said. The recovery was made during a joint cordon and search operation launched by the Army and the Special [] The post Terror hideout bust in Poonch; IEDs, pistol recovered appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi Feb 25: The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for relying on alleged inflammatory speeches from the 1990s while opposing the bail plea of Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta was hearing arguments on Shahs [] The post SC questions NIA over reliance on 1990s speeches in Shabir Shah Bail hearing appeared first on Northlines .