Iti s intriguing that centre-led by PM Narendra Modi has been adopting a dilly-dallying policy on the issue of the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir despite assurances given by almost all the ministers including the Prime Minister, Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. It is pertinent to mention that on []

Jammu Tawi: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu and Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) Srinagar to establish a cutting-edge Center of Entrepreneurship for Internet of Things (IoT) & Robotics at IIT Jammu. The MoU aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in emerging technologies, providing []

Jammu Tawi: Harbans Roshan Bhalla Educational Foundation (HRBEF) has launched its 15-day scholarship selection drive for the 2024 academic year. The event was inaugurated by Kunil K. Bhalla, Managing Trustee, at the Bee Enn General Hospital Complex, Talab Tillo Road, Jammu. The program aims to support deserving students from government schools, particularly from classes 1st, []

Jammu Tawi: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu today inaugurated the third batch of the Nurturing Future Leadership Program under the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme. The program, aimed at developing leadership skills among educators, is being held from 18th to 22nd November 2024 at IIM Jammus permanent campus in Jagti. The initiative is []

Jammu Tawi: Members of Rehari and Phari Union Association on Monday staged a strong protest in front of the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) office at Town Hall Jammu, demanding an end to the alleged harassment of small businessmen and daily earners by municipal authorities. The protest was led by Senior Congress Leader Narinder Gupta along []

New Delhi: In response to the escalating security challenges in Manipur, the Union Home Ministry has decided to deploy an additional 50 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), comprising over 5,000 personnel, to the northeastern state this week. The move comes in the wake of continued ethnic violence and unrest, particularly after clashes erupted []

Jammu Tawi:Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC) conducted by 2 J&K Girls Battalion NCC at NTA Nagrota concluded on Sunday. The program, held from 08 to 17 November, included practice sessions, simulator training programs for improving shooting skills, preparations for future readiness, Guard of Honour routines, Quest for the Best and rigorous drills and tests. In []

Jammu Tawi: A delegation led by Sunil Dimple, president of Mission Statehood, met with Satish Sharma, the Cabinet Minister for CAPD, Transport, and Food & Supplies, at the Civil Secretariat on Monday to discuss rising prices of essential commodities and other pressing issues affecting the public. Dimple raised several key demands during the meeting, including []

New Delhi, Nov 18: Amid escalating violence in Manipur, the Congress Party has called for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the state before the upcoming Parliament session, while demanding the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for what they term the complete failure of the BJP-led government in managing the crisis. At a press []

Shopian, Nov 18: Security forces on Monday uncovered a terrorist hideout in the Keller area of south Kashmirs Shopian district. The operation, carried out by a joint team of security personnel, led to the discovery of the hideout in the dense forests of Bujbrod Pehlipora. According to officials, the operation involved personnel from the 44 []

Baramulla: Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested a terrorist associate, Showkat Ahmad Bhat, in Baramulla district, officials confirmed on Monday. Bhat, a resident of Kulgam district in south Kashmir, was taken into custody on Sunday from the Janbazpora-Binner road area of Baramulla. During his arrest, authorities recovered an AK-47 rifle, a magazine, and []

Katra: Vikalp-SMVDU organized an engaging Childrens Day event at Sanskriti Kaksh, attended by 75 students. The event, centered around the theme Akash Ganga, featured space-themed decorations and inspired the children to explore beyond Earth. This event marked the culmination of a three-day celebration, which included indoor and outdoor sports, educational games, and performances. The festivities []

Jammu Tawi, Nov 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday stressed on complete elimination of terrorism and the entire ecosystem supporting militants from the Union Territory for the development of the region. Chairing a meeting of senior civil and police officers here, he said exemplary action must be taken against those aiding []

Jammu Tawi, Nov 17: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president Tariq Hameed Karra on Sunday said his party supported the resolution in the Assembly in favour of Statehood with guarantees for land, jobs and natural resources. The Congress leader asserted that after the Supreme Courts verdict on the abrogation of Article 370, the []

Srinagar, Nov 17: Cyber Police of Kashmir has alerted citizens about a fraudulent J&K Bank APK file being shared on WhatsApp. The malicious file is suspected to contain malware or spyware, potentially compromising users personal data and device security. A Srinagar based News agency reported that the Cyber Police urged the public not to download []

Jammu Tawi, Nov 17: Over 26,000 young aspirants participated in a recruitment rally conducted by the army after a gap of five years in Jammu and Kashmirs border district of Poonch, officials said on Sunday. Separately, another rally at Dugga near Bhalra in Doda district attracted over 12,000 enthusiastic youths eager to serve the nation, []

SRINAGAR, Nov 17: PDP leader Iltija Mufti accused the ruling National Conference (NC) inJammu and Kashmir on Sunday of murdering meritocracy, saying false promises made by the party on rationalising reservation could not be farther from the truth. Meritocracy is being murdered in broad daylight by the party that pulled a fast one on J&Ks []

Jammu, Nov 17: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Sunday slammed the BJP for its lack of concern for Jammu and said the Omar Abdullah-led government will ensure comprehensive development of the region. The former chief minister also emphasized the importance of the bi-annual Darbar Move, an age-old practice stopped by the lieutenant governor-led administration []

MUMBAI, Nov 17: Nine Kashmiris were arrested in a joint operation of Ahilyanagar (formerly Ahmednagar) police in Maharashtra and Military Intelligence, Sothern Command and nine rifles as well as 58 live cartridges were allegedly seized from them, an official said on Sunday. The probe began after reliable information was received about some persons hailing fromJammu []

SRINAGAR, Nov 17: Improving the quality of life and addressing pressing issues such as growing unemployment have been the focus of the Omar Abdullah-led government inJammu and Kashmir in its first month, a senior Government functionary said. Since taking charge, the Government introduced several measures besides getting an additional 300 MW of power supply to []

Shivanand Pandit Manipur remains engulfed in violence, with the recent escalation serving as a stark reminder of the failure of both the State and central governments to address the ongoing crisis. The deepening wounds of this strife-torn region call for a compassionate, inclusive approach to healing that encompasses all affected communities. A political solution, developed []

As the underage driving has become the talk of the town after several back to back road accidents by minors driving the vehicles and people losing lives in many such mishaps, the traffic and transport authorities have taken some initiatives to curb this problem. It is known fact that allowing minors to drive vehicles involves []

Srinagar: The two-day HealthCare Theme Conclave, organized by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), concluded today at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. The event, part of CSIRs One Week One Theme (OWOT) campaign, focused on innovations in healthcare, particularly in phytopharmaceuticals, traditional medicine, and health-related startups. The conclave was inaugurated []

Jammu Tawi: The 44th Foundation Day of the Spiritual Awareness Society of India (SASI) was celebrated on Sunday at its Ashram in Om Vihar, Udhaywala, Jammu, with fervor and devotion. The event saw a large gathering of devotees from Jammu and Kashmir, as well as neighboring states. The celebration was chaired by Smt. Anuradha Mata, []

Jammu Tawi: Movement Kalki on Sunday organized a rally from Resham Ghar Colony, demanding the declaration of cows as the National Mother of India, stronger protection laws for cows, and the establishment of a Cow Welfare Board and Sanatan Board. The rally, led by Pawan Sharma and Baba Khandeshwari Ji, witnessed widespread participation from local []

New Delhi, November 17, 2024 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reacted to the movie Sabarmati Report, which focuses on the 2002 Godhra train-burning incident, stating that a fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time and that the truth will eventually emerge. Modis comments were made in response to a []

Jammu Tawi: National Secular Forum (NSF) paid tributes to Shaheed Lala Lajpat Rai on his96thDeath Anniversary at University Campus. Amid slogans Lala Lajpat Rai Zindabad, Inqulaab Zindabad, Bharat Mata ki jai and garlanded the portraits of the son of soil. Ankush Abrol Provincial Joint Secretary, JKNC was the Chief Guest and Dr Vikas Sharma, Secretary []

Jammu Tawi: During a spiritual discourse in Rakhbandhu today, Sadguru Shri Madhuparamhans Ji Maharaj captivated the congregation with profound teachings on the purity of the soul and the nature of human bondage. He explained that while water is inherently pure, it becomes contaminated when mixed with impurities, just as the soul remains pure until it []

Kathua: Activists of the Billawar Zila Andolan (BZA) staged a day-long dharna at the Tehsil Ground in Billawar today, calling for the creation of a separate Billawar district. The protest saw prominent participation from residents of Billawar, Ramkot, and Lohai Malhar tehsils, who have long been demanding district status for the region. Convener of the []

Jammu Tawi: Social and health activist Sukesh C. Khajuria has urged Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to take swift and effective action to control the ongoing dengue outbreak across the Union Territory (UT). Khajurias appeal comes as the UT faces a significant rise in dengue cases, particularly in Jammu district, where new cases []

Abuja: Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will confer the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), the countrys second-highest national award, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first official visit to Nigeria. The recognition places PM Modi among an elite group of foreign dignitaries, with the only other recipient being Queen Elizabeth []

New Delhi: India has successfully flight-tested its first long-range hypersonic missile off the coast of Odisha, marking a major milestone in the countrys military capabilities. The test, conducted on Saturday, propels India into a select group of nations capable of developing and deploying hypersonic weapons, which can travel at extreme speeds and evade most air []

Jammu Tawi: Shiv Sena (UBT) Jammu-Kashmir unit activists on Sunday paid tributes to the partys founder, Hindu Hriday Samrat Balasaheb Thackeray, on his Mahanirvan Diwas, vowing to fulfill his unaccomplished dreams for Jammu and Kashmir. The tribute ceremony was held at the partys state central office, where leaders pledged to continue Thackerays vision of the []

Jammu Tawi: In a historic achievement for Jammu and Kashmir cricket, 15 players from the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) have been selected for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) auction, marking the highest-ever representation from the region. The auction will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25, 2024. Among [] The post 15 J&K players selected for upcoming IPL Auction appeared first on Northlines .

Shivanand Pandit The use of property demolition as a punitive measure against alleged offenders represents a clear violation of the rule of law. In recent years, bulldozers have become a symbol of the states willingness to impose collective punishment, often following episodes of communal unrest. These demolitions, supported by Hindutva proponents on one side and [] The post The Supreme Court bulldozed bulldozer justice appeared first on Northlines .

After disclosing the status of diabetes in Jammu region a few days ago, now ICMR-INDIAB study has come up with the data of Kashmir and Ladakh regions, which is equally alarming as a large percentage of population is either in the grip of diabetes or is about to fall in this category. Reportedly, the overall [] The post Data Of Diabetes Dreadful appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, November 15:To celebrate the linguistic and cultural richness of Prof Rehman Rahis poetry and its resonance beyond Kashmiri literature, the University of Kashmir Thursday, organized a book reading session and panel discussion here. The varsitys Department of Urdu, organized the event on Intikhab-i-Kalam-i-Rahi, a collection of Rahis poetry translated into Urdu by acclaimed poet [] The post KU organizes book reading, discussion on Rehman Rahis work appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Natrang Jammu presented two shows of the globally acclaimed Dogri play Bawa Jitto at Jhiri Mela 2024. The play, written by Late Prof. Ram Nath Shastri, was innovatively devised, designed, and creatively directed by Padamshree Balwant Thakur. The Chief Guest, Principal Secretary to Government, Education (School) and Culture UT of J&K, appreciated the [] The post Natrang presents two shows of Bawa Jitto in Jhiri Mela appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Shiv Sena (UBT) staged a strong protest in Jammu today, condemning soaring inflation, the skyrocketing prices of essential food items, and the continuous decline of the Indian rupee. Led by party state president Manish Sahni, party workers gathered at Indira Chowk, holding placards and raising slogans against the governments handling of the economic [] The post Shiv Sena protests against rising inflation in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 15: Pradesh Congress Committee President Tariq Hamid Karra on Friday clarified that the demand for the restoration of Article 370 was not part of the resolution passed by the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly. According to reports, Karra emphasized that the resolution focused solely on the restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, with [] The post Resolution solely passed for J-Ks statehood, Art-370 not mentioned: Karra appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Indian students and British Hindus protested outside the Oxford Union in the United Kingdom on Friday, expressing outrage over a debate titled This House Believes in the Independent State of Kashmir. The protest was triggered by the selection of panelists who supported the notion of Kashmiri independence, a stance opposed by the Indian [] The post Indian students protest at Oxford Union over Kashmir Independence Debate appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Nov 14, 2024: The Honble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, convened an interaction and deliberation session with the members of the Bar Association, Leh, at the DC Conference Hall in Leh. The meeting was attended by Mohd Shafi Lassu, President of the Bar Association Leh, along with [] The post CEC Gyalson interacts with Bar Asso members appeared first on Northlines .

NL Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 14: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has extended the last date for the physical verification of pensioners to November 30, 2024, providing a final opportunity for those yet to complete the mandatory process. As per the order issued by Director General, Accounts & Treasuries, Finance Department, the verification exercise, initially launched [] The post Govt extends last date for physical verification of pensioners appeared first on Northlines .

Northlines Correspondent JAMMU: The Home Department on Thursday transferred eight IPS officers along with 38 Senior Superintendent of Police (SSPs) and Superintendent of Police (SP) rank officers across Jammu and Kashmir. According to order issued by Chanderaker Bharti, Principal Secretary, Home Department, Sandeep Wazir, IPS, SSP, ACB has been repatriated and posted as AIG Personnel, [] The post Eight DIGs, 14 SPs among 38 Police Officers transferred in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR, Nov 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Congress and its allies are hatching a scheme to have a separate Constitution for Kashmir, and making all efforts for restoration of Article 370.Travel guide to Jammu Will the people of Maharashtra support the Congress and its allies who speak the language of [] The post Cong, allies scheming for separate Constitution in Kashmir: PM appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 14: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will launch a dedicated public relations and outreach cell aimed at listening to and addressing the issues of the people. The cell is being established at G-1, near his residence in the Gupkar locality of the city here. The cell will have a dedicated team [] The post CM to launch dedicated public relations outreach cell appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Nov 14: Amid a thick layer of fog covering the border areas in Kathua district, security forces on Thursday launched a search operation along the border with Pakistan as a preventive measure, officials said. The operation came in the wake of threat perceptions related to possible infiltration or weapon drops via drones in the [] The post Amidst fog blankets, forces launch searches along border appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Nov 14: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Thursday. A picture of Abdullah and Murmu exchanging greetings was posted on the official X handle of the Presidents office. Chief Minister of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Omar Abdullah [] The post CM Omar calls on President Murmu appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Rajouri, Nov 15: Following persistent reporting by The Northlines on unauthorized absences among teachers in government schools across Rajouri district, the Chief Education Officer (CEO) has initiated action, reportedly scrutinizing teacher attendance records in primary schools throughout the district. According to sources, although the CEO is responsible for overseeing school operations, there are [] The post NORTHLINES IMPACT: CEO scrutinizes teacher attendance across district appe

To question the dexterity of J&Ks investigation agencies is out of question because these have the commendable track record of cracking many blind cases and unraveling the truth and exposing the criminals behind difficult cases including the terror strikes, murder plots, robberies and many others but when the cases related to big drug cartels and [] The post Why big-fish manage to go scot-free in illegal drug trade? appeared first on Northlines .