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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 .

Arvind Sharma JAMMU Tawi, Sept 08: In a significant administrative development for officers of the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS), the General Administration Department (GAD) has formally confirmed the probation of22 Junior Scale JKAS probationersbelonging to the 2015, 2018, 2019 and 2020 batches. The decision was issued throughGovernment Order No. 1498-JK(GAD) of 2026, [] The post 22 JKAS Probationers get confirmation in Service appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sept 08:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday cancelled its order posting a Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) officer in the Assembly Secretariat. In a fresh directive, the General Administration Department (GAD) revoked Government Order No. 1415JK(GAD) of 2026 dated August 19, which had transferred and posted Bilal Ahmad Mir, JKAS, SubRegistrar Khansahib/Budgam, [] The post Govt revokes posting of JKAS officer in Assembly Sectt appeared first on Northlines .

75 aspirants for every post Srinagar, Sep 08:The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) received 94,546 applications for 1,263 posts during 2025-26, highlighting the intense competition for government employment in the Union Territory. According to the JKPSCs 67th annual report, the Commission made 1,152 selections against the 1,263 posts referred to it during the [] The post JKPSC received 94,546 applications for 1,263 posts in 2025-26 appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Representatives of various enforcement agencies, including ED, BSF, NIA, Customs and DRI, on Tuesday deliberated on ways to curb the drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir, official said. The discussion took place at the 2nd UT Level Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) meeting on narcotics control for the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and [] The post Enforcement agencies discuss ways to curb drug menace in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

CS highlights film policy, skilling, single-window clearances SRINAGAR: The second day of the first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK-2026) witnessed an engaging policy dialogue on the prospects of building a sustainable cinematic ecosystem in the Union Territory, with Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo emphasising the need to create an enabling environment for local [] The post IFFJK opens dialogue on building J&K into a sustainable cinematic ecosystem appeared first on Northlines

NEW DELHI, Sep 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday hailed the successful launch of ISROs GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05, describing the mission as a major achievement that strengthens Indias space capabilities and Earth-observation programme. Prime Minister Modi, in a social media post, congratulated ISRO on the successful launch of Indias [] The post PM Modi, Rajnath Singh Hail Successful EOS-05 Launch appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday chaired the 91st Board of Directors meeting of Jammu Development Authority (JDA) and 85th Board of Directors meeting of Srinagar Development Authority (SDA), to discuss proposals regarding amendments to be made in the Master Plans of Jammu and Srinagar. Chairman SDA Shabir Hussain Bhat and Chairman JDA Rupesh [] The post CM calls for planned urban growth appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India, M. Riaz Hamidullah, on Thursday called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at the Civil Secretariat here. The Chief Minister welcomed the High Commissioner to Jammu and Kashmir and held discussions on areas of mutual interest, including horticulture, medical education and other potential areas of cooperation. The post Bangladesh High Commissioner calls on CM appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Jailed Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Mohammad Yasin Malik has denied involvement in the murder of Kashmiri Pandit woman Sarla Bhat and submitted a 25-page affidavit before a special court here, pleading not guilty while refusing to contest the trial and seeking capital punishment. Malik, 60, who is lodged in Delhis Tihar [] The post Yasin Malik denies involvement in KP murder case appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday released Raksha a strategic blueprint on defence diplomacy which carries a comprehensive framework outlining Indias strategic roadmap and vision for global partnerships over the next decade. As defence diplomacy is a core pillar of Indias foreign policy, this document provides a clear, actionable vision for the [] The post Govt unveils defence diplomacy blueprint for next decade appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. Neha Lohamaror My land Rajasthan is full of stories; whatever I have written is just a drop in the ocean. Perhaps no sentence captures Vijaydan Detha better than this. On his 100th birth anniversary, Rajasthan should not merely remember Bijji, as he was affectionately known, as a celebrated writer. We should remember him [] The post The Folklore Stories and the Storyteller of Rajasthan: Remembering Vijaydan Detha on his 100th Birth Anniversary appeared first on Northlines .

Puran Chand Sharma The recent tragedy on the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage route has shocked millions of devotees across the world. Hundreds of pilgrims and tourists were reported dead or missing after devastating flash floods and mudslides struck the Nepal-Tibet border region on August 29, 2026. The disaster occurred on one of the most sacred pilgrimage [] The post Kailash Mansarovar Tragedy: Man Made Disaster or Natures Fury appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Sep 3: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Crime Branch Jammu, has filed a chargesheet against two accused, including a former Tehsildar, in a case involving alleged cheating, forgery and manipulation of revenue records. The chargesheet was filed before the Court of Additional District and Sessions Judge (Anti-Corruption Court), Udhampur, against Allah Din, a resident [] The post Ex-Tehsildar Among Two Charge-sheeted in Land Record Fraud Case appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 3: The Government has notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026, paving the way for Indian Standard Time (IST) to become the common, legally recognised and traceable time reference across the country. The rules were notified by the Department of Consumer Affairs on August 27 and published in the Official [] The post Govt Notifies Rules Making IST Mandatory Across India appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 2:The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded sanction the promotion of11 Inspectors of the General Cadre as Deputy Superintendents of Police (DySPs), General Cadre, with immediate effect. The officers promoted areSheikh Azad (PID No. ARP985554), Imtiyaz Ahmad (ARP985553), Bashir Ahmad (ARP985435), Mohd. Amin (ARP985496), Mohd. Ilyas Malik (ARP981649), Sanjeev Kumar (ARP983931), Mohd. [] The post 3 DySPs promoted, 11 Inspectors promoted as DySPs appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 02:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday described doctors as the last ray of hope for patients and urged newly appointed Medical Officers to serve with dedication, particularly in remote and far-flung areas. Addressing a function at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) here after handing over appointment orders to newly recruited Medical Officers, [] The post Doctors are last ray of hope for patients: CM Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 02:National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday questioned the Centre over the continuous delay in restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying the sequence of steps promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood completed but the final commitment remained unfulfilled. Talking to reporters, Dr Farooq said, People of Jammu and Kashmir had [] The post Farooq questions delay in restoring J&Ks statehood appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 02:The Northern Regional Power Committee (NRPC) has directed Jammu and Kashmir Power Corporation Limited (JKPCL) to expedite the clearance of outstanding dues, warning that the promised six-month deadline has already elapsed. NRPC has said that during a hearing on December-03 last year, J&K has sought six months to clear all outstanding dues. Commission [] The post NRPC cracks whip on J&K as deadline for pending dues elapse appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep02:The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has directed its Registry to ensure strict compliance with the prescribed rules while preparing paper books in civil and criminal cases, after noticing discrepancies in the manner in which case records were being compiled. According to the details, the directions were issued by the [] The post HC flags Registry lapses in case records, orders strict compliance appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: The online RTI portal for Jammu and Kashmir has received more than 65,000 RTI applications and 9,000 first appeals in 19 months since its launch, highlighting the increasing use of online mechanisms by citizens across the Union territory for accessing information, officials said. The figures were disclosed by the General Administration Department (GAD) [] The post JK RTI portal logs over 65,000 applications, 9,000 first appeals in 19 months appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Aug 31: MBBS and BDS interns across medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday began an indefinite strike over the low monthly stipend, demanding its enhancement from the existing Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. The protesting interns staged dharnas in Jammu and said the stipend had remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite [] The post J-K MBBS, BDS Interns Begin Indefinite Strike, Demand Rs 30,000 Stipend appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 31: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an advisory warning Android users about a growing financial fraud threat involving malicious applications disguised as pornographic apps and circulated through social media advertisements. The National Cybercrime Threat Analytics Unit (NCTAU) under the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), of Ministry of [] The post Beware of Porn Apps: MHA Warns of Malicious Android Apps Targeting Users for Financial Fraud appeared first

NEW DELHI, Aug 31: The Supreme Court on Monday declined to pass orders seeking prohibition of a protest march called by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in Delhi on September 5, saying it expected all sides to act peacefully and in accordance with the law. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya [] The post SC Declines Plea To Stop CJPs September 5 Protest March appeared first on Northlines .

COLOMBO, Aug 31: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has withdrawn the hosting rights for the inaugural Womens Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held in 2027, from Sri Lanka following concerns over government interference in the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket. Sri Lanka had been scheduled to host the first edition of the womens Champions Trophy, [] The post ICC Withdraws 2027 Womens Champions Trophy Hosting Rights From Sri Lanka appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 31: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a PIL seeking mandatory and uniform disclosure of the exact ethanol content in petrol at fuel pumps, saying the petitioner could approach the jurisdictional high court for relief. A bench of Justices MM Sundresh and PB Varale said it was not inclined to [] The post SC Declines PIL Seeking Mandatory Disclosure Of Ethanol Content In Petrol appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 29: An alleged ATM-swapping fraudster, who was also found to be involved in drug abuse and peddling, was arrested in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district on Saturday, police said. Aejaz Ahmed, a resident of Morha Bachai village, was arrested following investigation in a case related to cheating and theft registered at [] The post ATM-swapping fraudster with drug peddling links arrested in Poonch appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Sunday addressed the Foundation Day Celebrations of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and Annual Day of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul. The Lieutenant Governor appreciated the initiatives undertaken by the Shrine Board to enhance convenience, safety, and facilities for devotees. He noted that these achievements reflect dedication, [] The post Service, discipline, dedication define Sanatan spirit: LG appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU TAWI: More than 200 building blocks and about 5,000 flats and community halls across migrant camps in Jammu are set to undergo major repair and renovation works soon, with the J&K government having approved Rs 82.45 crore for it, an official spokesperson said on Sunday. The information was given at a meeting chaired by [] The post 5,000 flats to undergo repair, renovation in migrant camps appeared first on Northlines .

Muzaffarabad, Aug 29: The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) has called for mass sit-in demonstrations across Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK), alleging that security deployments and blockades have disrupted access to basic education and healthcare in several parts of the region. Addressing a meeting in Rawalakot, JKJAAC leader Umar Nazir Kashmiri urged students, parents [] The post JAAC Announces Mass Sit-Ins Across PoJK Over Security Blockades appeared first on Northline

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Aug 28: The BJP high command is reportedly considering the names of national vice-president,Ram Madhav,and former union minister,Smriti Irani,for the post of the partys new in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir affairs. The speculation has gained momentum after the party appointedTarun Chugh as its in-charge for Gujarat affairs. It may be mentioned [] The post Ram Madhav, Smriti Irani frontrunners for BJPs J&K In-Charge appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi:A sanitation worker at the District Hospital, Kishtwar, was dismissed from service following his arrest for his alleged role in a conspiracy to conceal the sexual assault and alleged termination of pregnancy of a 15-year-old tribal girl, officials said. The accused Ahmad, a daily-wage sweeper at the hospital, was arrested by police on Wednesday [] The post Kishtwar Hospital Worker dismissed, arrested in rape victims death case appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: A day after taking over as the inspector general of police (IGP), Kashmir, Sujit Kumar on Friday said anti-terror operations are a top priority for the force. Operations were our top priority earlier and they continue to be our top priority now as well, Kumar told reporters at Hazratbal when asked about anti-terror operations, [] The post Anti-terror Ops top priority: IGP appeared first on Northlines .

By Omkar Dattatray National Sports Day is observed in India every year on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players the world has ever witnessed. The day is not merely a celebration of sporting achievements; it is also a reminder of the importance of sports, [] The post National Sports Day: Celebrating fitness, discipline and sporting spirit appeared first on Northlines .

Puran Chand Sharma India is a land of festivals and each festival carries a profound social, cultural and spiritual message. Among these Raksha-Bandhan occupies a unique place because it celebrates one of the purest and most enduring human relationships, the bond between brother and sister. The term Raksha-Bandhan is derived from two Sanskrit words: Raksha [] The post Raksha-bandhan, not a mere Ritual but Elixir for Family Relationships appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 27: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on August 31 a plea challenging the validity of a provision allowing political parties to receive cash donations below 2,000. A bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta is expected to hear the petition filed by Khem Singh Bhati, which seeks greater transparency [] The post Supreme Court To Hear On Aug 31 Plea On Cash Donations Received By Political Parties appeared first on Northlines .