Riverfront Project under debate; 1988, 2014 and 2025 Floods Show Changing Flow Patterns Jammu Tawi, Sept 05 The Tawi River, the lifeline of Jammu, has once again unleashed its fury, submerging neighborhoods and leaving widespread destruction in its wake. Areas including Gorkha Nagar, Pir Kho, Panjthirthi, Siddhra, and Belicharana, lower Gujjar Nagar and Samshan Ghat [] The post Tawi Unleashes: Invitation to Disaster in the name of Development? appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 5: In a decisive action against corruption, Deputy Commissioner Reasi Nidhi Malik has ordered the termination of four temporary officials of the Rural Development Department (RDD) after an enquiry revealed their involvement in serious irregularities, manipulation of records and embezzlement of government funds. DC Reasi affirms unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency and [] The post 4 temporary RDD staffers terminated for corrupt practices appeared first on Northlines .

Ashes of four cremated bodies washed away Jammu Tawi, Sep 5 : With the ashes of four people getting washed away along with most of the goods of the oldest Jogi Gate cremation ground in Jammu city during the floods of the river Tawi, the management has made an urgent call to volunteers and the [] The post Floods ravage cremation ground in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 5: Rescue teams in Himachal Pradeshs Kullu district recovered the bodies of two Kashmiri residents following a massive landslide in the Inner Akhara Bazaar, officials said on Friday. The landslide, triggered by heavy monsoon rains on Thursday morning, flattened residential houses and buried several people under debris. An official said that the bodies [] The post Himachal Landslide: Bodies of 2 Kashmiris recovered, rescue ops on appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, September 05: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the Teachers Day event in Srinagar. The Lieutenant Governor paid tributes to great educationist and former President of India, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and felicitated the award-winning teachers from across Jammu Kashmir. In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the important reasons why the education [] The post Teachers at the Forefront of Educational Transformation: LG appeared first on Northli

New Delhi, Sep 5: Noting that there is no let-up in infiltration attempts along Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday said that it is too early to assess the full impact of Operation Sindoor in the region. Speaking at the launch of Retired Lt [] The post No let-up in infiltration attempts along LoC in J&K: Army Chief appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 5: The Directorate of School Education Jammu has announced that offline classes in all Government and private schools will resume from September 10. While schools will remain closed till September 6, heads of institutions and staff have been directed to report for duty from September 8 to conduct safety audits and ensure [] The post Schools to resume in Jammu from Sept 10 appeared first on Northlines .

Waqf Chief Andrabi demands FIR against vandals, NC MP Ruhullah opposes Srinagar, Sep 5: Engraving the National Emblem on a renovation plaque at the Hazratbal shrine has triggered a major row in Kashmir after the plaque was vandalised by unidentified people. The move has divided opinions between political parties, devotees, and the Jammu and Kashmir [] The post Ashoka Emblem on renovation plaque at Hazratbal Shrine vandalized appeared first on Northlines .

Efforts being made to reopen highway for traffic by Sat morning: Jammu DC Jammu, Sep 5: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remained closed for vehicular traffic for the fourth consecutive day on Friday due to multiple landslides and washing away of road patches. However, the inter-regional Mughal Road, connecting Jammu regions Poonch district with Kashmirs Shopian [] The post JK Highway shut due to multiple landslides; Mughal Road reopens appeared first on Northlines .

Asks officials to plug in breaches without delay Srinagar, Sep 5: Stating that the next 72 hours are crucial, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday directed officials to maintain strict vigil and plug in the breaches along the river Jhelum and other streams across Kashmir. The Chief Minister while chairing a meeting for the third [] The post Dont lower guard, next 72 hours crucial: CM on flood situation appeared first on Northlines .

Boundary dispute with China unresolved Paks proxy war a major security challenge NSA Doval played key role in Op Sindoor Srinagar, Sep 5: Asserting that India will have to remain prepared for any kind of conventional warfare, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan on Friday said that the armed forces were given [] The post Op Sindoor drew a red line on cross-border terrorism: CDS General Chauhan appeared first on Northlines .

The recent flood fury across the vast areas of the northern parts of the country including Jammu Kashmir has led to a serious situation as far as national security is concerned. The loss of human lives and property was no doubt colossal in the frequent spells of heavy rainfall in J&K, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, [] The post Infiltration looms as floods breach border appeared first on Northlines .

Gorakhpur, Sep 5: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday visited the Gorakhnath temple in Uttar Pradeshs Gorakhpur to attend the annual Vyakhyanmala held on the death anniversary of Mahant Digvijaynath Maharaj and Mahant Avedyanath Maharaj. He addressed a session on National Security Challenges in front of India in the presence of [] The post Gorkha War Memorial renovation marks legacy of bravery, says CDS Chauhan appeared first on Northlines .

Mumbai, Sep 5: The Mumbai police are on high alert after receiving a threat message claiming that 14 terrorists had entered the city with 400 kg of RDX and planted them in vehicles, an official said on Friday. As the police make security arrangements for Anant Chaturthi, the 10th day of the Ganesh festival, the [] The post Mumbai Police on high alert after threat of 400 Kg RDX, 14 terrorists entering city appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sept 5: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday gave the National Teacher Awards to 45 teachers from across the country for their exemplary contribution to teaching and learning. From novel methods of teaching, dedication to students growth to attempts to enhance learning achievements in difficult environments, the awardees were recognised at the annual award [] The post Prez Murmu honours 45 teachers with National Teacher Awards appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri, Sept 5: The Chief Education Officer Rajouri has directed all teaching and non-teaching staff of Government schools to resume duties from September 8, 2025. As per a circular, staff has been directed to regular duties and ensure a school safety audit of buildings is conducted by September 9 through the concerned agency. [] The post Schools for staff to reopen in Rajouri from Sept 8 appeared first on Northlines .

Mumbai, Sept 5: Mumbai Police have issued a Lookout Circular (LOC) against Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty and her businessman husband Raj Kundra in connection with a 60 crore cheating case, officials said on Friday. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the city police issued the LOC as the couple frequently travels abroad, an official said. [] The post Lookout notice issued against Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra in Rs 60 Cr Cheating Case appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Sept 5: A South Korean national died, and another was critically ill after falling sick during a mountaineering expedition in Ladakh. The Army said the two South Korean nationals fell critically ill yesterday near Kongmarula, an isolated peak of Ladakh, following which a high-altitude night rescue operation was carried out. The Army Aviation helicopters [] The post South Korean mountaineer dies in Ladakh, Army executes daring night rescue appeared first on Northlines .

Essentials Like Milk and Breads Exempted; Cuts Rates on Small Cars and Medicines; Luxury Goods, Hybrids, and Sin Items Pushed Into Steep 40% Bracket The 56th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state finance ministers, concluded on Wednesday with landmark decisions aimed at simplifying [] The post Council simplifies GST into 5% and 18% slabs effective 22 Sept appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday warned that the proposed Goods and Services Tax reforms could slash the Union Territorys revenue by 1012 per cent, aggravating its already fragile fiscal position as public revenues have collapsed in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. In his written speech circulated at the [] The post GST reforms may cut J&K revenue by 10-12%: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Will seek MHA team forKashmirflood damage assessment Srinagar, Sep 4:Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the widespread destruction caused by the ongoing floods could have been prevented if authorities had acted on the plan post-2014 floods and implemented concrete preventive measures. The CM visited several flood-affected areas in Budgam district and urged the [] The post CMs concern for Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 4:More than 3,000 vehicles, including 500 fruit-laden trucks, are stranded on theKashmirside of theJammu-Srinagar National Highway, officials said on Thursday. They said that the landslides and roads caving in at many places along the 260-km highway have led to the blockade of this arterial road. Efforts are on to make the highway motorable [] The post 3000 vehicles, 500 fruit trucks stranded on Sgr-Jmu Highway appeared first on Northlines .

Services paralyzed, revenue collection falls drastically Jammu Tawi, Sep 4:Torrential rains and the flooding of rivers and streams across the Jammu division have inflicted heavy damage on the infrastructure and revenue streams of the Jammu Railway Division, leading to a near-complete halt in train operations and mounting financial losses. According to the details available, rail [] The post Amid rains, floods, Jammu Railway Division faces massive losses appeared first on Northlines .

HP CM, LG Sinha, Omar express grief, assure support Srinagar, Sep 4:At least seven residents fromKashmirare feared dead after a massive landslide hit Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, officials said on Thursday. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed grief over the landslide at Inner Akhara Bazaar in Kullu. Sukhu said rescue operations [] The post Seven J&K workers feared dead in Himachal landslide appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 4:The High Court of Jammu andKashmirand Ladakh on Thursday issued a series of directions to curb the alleged sale of rotten and unsafe meat in theUnionTerritory. A Division Bench of Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning food safety when it ordered multiple departments [] The post Curb sale of unsafe meat in J&K: HC appeared first on Northlines .

Issues notice to J&K, other states over deforestation issue New Delhi, Sep 4:The Supreme Court on Thursday raised concern over reports of timber logs floating in floodwaters across Himachal Pradesh, observing that illegal tree felling appeared rampant in the Himalayan region. TheApex Courthas issued notices not only to Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand but also to [] The post SC concerned over illegal tree felling in Himalayas appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Indias growth story has always been written by its Shram Shaktithe millions of workers whose dedication and productivity have powered the nations economy. The trajectory of Indias economic progress has seen a remarkable arc over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. From being the worlds [] The post Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, Giving Wings to Yuva Shakti appeared first on Northlines .

The recent devastation witnessed on JammuSrinagar National Highway (NH-44) especially between Udhampur and Banihal, and on the same highway between Jammu and Pathankot after a prolonged spell of heavy rains has raised many serious questions about the quality of works accomplished to raise these highways. As it could be seen that rainfall of few days [] The post Big Mistake In Planning Phase appeared first on Northlines .

India and Pakistan have to work hard on easing tensions in the subcontinent By Dr Arun Mitra Unending armed conflicts are unfolding across various regions of the world. As a result the global security is perhaps facing a degree of uncertainty not witnessed since the Second World War. Crisis-ridden capitalist institutions may outwardly appear powerful [] The post Possibilities of a multipolar world for a lasting peace are emerging appeared first on Northlines .

India should opt for an independent foreign policy based on strategic autonomy By P. Sudhir The port city of Tianjin had decked up for hosting the summit meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The SCO had expanded its mandate to include economic cooperation, cultural exchanges, and energy security. India and Pakistan joined as full [] The post SCO Summit has opened up an opportunity for Narendra Modi to break away from the past appeared first on Northlines .

Worlds richest tech companies fear to go alone in the present era By T N Ashok NEW YORK: Silicon Valley thrives on rivalries. Apple vs. Microsoft defined one era; Google vs. Facebook another. Yet in 2025, a startling twist has emerged: Meta Platforms and Google, two giants who have long battled for advertising dollars [] The post The $10 Billion Alliance: How META and GOOGLE are reshaping the AI race appeared first on Northlines .

By Puran Chand Sharma History is adorned with personalities who not only influenced their surroundings but also left an indelible mark on generations to come. Among them Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan stands tall as a philosopher of rare depth, teacher of immense dedication and a statesman of extraordinary vision. He devoted his life to interpreting Indias [] The post Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, a brilliant teacher and statesman appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Sep 4: The administration has intensified restoration work and debris clearance in low-lying areas of Jammu city following flooding in the Tawi river, and has considerably restored water and power supply in the affected areas. Officials said that they have restored 70 per cent of water supply and 80 per cent of the power [] The post Jammu Adm intensifies restoration work after flooding in Tawi River appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 04: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to the Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Honble Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman for the Next-Gen GST Reforms. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said: Heartfelt thanks to Honble PM Narendra Modi ji and FM Nirmala Sitharaman Ji for Next-Gen GST Reforms. [] The post LG expresses gratitude to PM, FM for Next-Gen GST reforms appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Sep 4: A landslide hit temporary sheds at the Ratle power project in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district, prompting the administration to act swiftly and rescue five persons on Thursday, officials said. The incident took place in the Dhrabshala area when a landslide hit the tin sheds meant for washrooms at the Ratle power [] The post J&K: 5 rescued after landslide hits Rattle Power Project sheds in Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sep 4: The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to grant interim bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Nath, however, issued notice to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking its response within two weeks on Shahs plea challenging the [] The post Terror Funding Case: SC refuses to grant interim bail to Separatist Leader Shabir Shah appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sept 4: The Supreme Court on Thursday sought responses from the Centre and flood-hit states including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, and Punjab on allegations that illegal felling of trees has contributed to recent landslides and flash floods. A bench of Chief Justice BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran, while hearing [] The post SC seeks Centre, States response on illegal tree felling linked to floods, landslides appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sept 4: The Union government has approved a new 40km Baramulla-Uri rail line and doubling of the Qazigund to Badgam line to boost train connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. The two projects come weeks after the completion of the UdhampurSrinagarBaramulla Rail Link (USBRL) in June this year. The projects were approved in the [] The post J&K: Centre approves 40 Km BaramullaUri Rail Line, QazigundBudgam Doubling appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sept 04: At least seven labourers from Tulail, Bandipora, are feared dead after a massive landslide struck Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, officials said. According to officials, all the victims were working as labourers when the landslide triggered the collapse of two houses in the area. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) [] The post 7 Kashmiri laborers feared dead after landslide hits Himachals Kullu, Rescue ops on appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sept 4: The Supreme Court on Thursday initiated suo motu Public Interest Litigation (PIL) after a newspaper report revealed the absence of functional CCTV cameras in police stations across India. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta cited alarming figures, including 11 custodial deaths reported in Rajasthan in the past eight [] The post Custodial Deaths: SC pulls up states over non-functional CCTVs in Police Stations appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Sep 4: The Jammu-Katra shuttle train service, which was started to facilitate the movement of locals and stranded passengers, was suspended for the second day on Thursday in the wake of floods and landslides. Heavy rains triggered landslides blocking the portal of tunnel number 16 on the rail track between Ramnagar and Manwal in [] The post Jammu-Katra Shuttle service suspended for 2nd day following landslides appeared first on Northlines .

Over 4,000 Rescued Across Jammu; Water bodies swell, Tawi, Jhelum Rivers Cross Danger Mark as Landslides continue JAMMU REGION BEARS THE BRUNT: OVER 4,000 SHIFTED TO SHELTER CAMPS Heavy rains over the past three days wreaked havoc across Jammu region, forcing mass evacuations, triggering landslides, flooding rivers, and severely damaging infrastructure. Two lives have [] The post Jammu reels under Flood fury: Two killed, Thousands Displaced, Infrastructure damaged appeared first on Northlines .

GST reforms may reduce J&K revenue by 1012 pc New Delhi, Sep 3: Highlighting the devastating impact of the Pahalgam terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday sought urgent Central support to deal with the Union Territorys fiscal crisis. Speaking at the 56th GST Council meeting, Abdullah, who also holds the [] The post GST Council meet: Omar seeks central support for terror-hit J&K economy appeared first on Northlines .

Mughal, SSG, Sinthan Roads closed Jammu Tawi, Sep 3: More than 3,000 vehicles, mostly heavy motor vehicles (HMVs), are stranded on the JammuSrinagar National Highway, while all major routes in the Union Territory remain closed on Wednesday after fresh rainfall, officials said. An official said that landslides and shooting stones triggered by incessant rains blocked [] The post Over 3,000 vehicles stranded on JammuSrinagar Highway appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 3: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review the situation arising from the incessant rains across Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on X, office of the Chief Minister, stated that he directed the administration to intensify ground response, ensure clearance of waterlogged areas, safeguard essential services, carry out [] The post CM reviews situation amid inclement weather appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 3: Taking serious note of the complaints by general public, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary attached District Mining Officer (DMO) Kupwara to the office of Director Geology & Mining Jammu and DMO Samba to Directorate of Geology and Mining Srinagar. An order issued in this regard read that pending into various complaints [] The post Dy CM attaches two DMOs on public complaints appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 3: In a significant development for Jammu and Kashmirs Health and Education sector, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has granted a Letter of Permission (LoP) for 190 additional MBBS seats across five medical colleges of the Union Territory for the academic session 202526. Announcing the decision, Health Minister Sakina Itoo said the approval [] The post NMC grants 190 more MBBS seats to J&K raising to 1347 appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 3: The Supreme Court of India has upheld the judgment passed by the Jammu & Kashmir High Court in favour of the decision taken by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) regarding the eligibility of persons with temporary disabilities for MBBS and BDS admissions. The Supreme Court dismissed the [] The post SC upholds JKBOPEE decision on admissions for temporary disabilities appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 3: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has granted six weeks time to the respondents to file a counter affidavit in a case challenging the existing reservation policy. A division bench comprising Justice Sindhu Sharma and Justice Shahzad Azeem granted six weeks time to the parties to file their [] The post HC grants 6 weeks in reservation case appeared first on Northlines .

Jammuschools shut till Friday; KU postpones exams Jammu Tawi, Sep 3: In view of inclement weather and flood like situation, the government Wednesday said all educational institutes in Kashmir division shall remain closed on Thursday. The government however said that the schools in Jammu division shall continue to remain closed till Friday. Divisional Commissioner Kashmir [] The post Amid flood warning, Edu institutes across J&K to remain closed appeared first on Northlines .