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Iranian Presidents assurance to Modi on Hormuz should improve oil supply further By T N Ashok NEW YORK: In the fog of war stretching from the Persian Gulf to Eastern Europe, a quiet recalibration of global energy policy is unfolding in Washington. The Donald Trump administration has moved to temporarily ease restrictions on [] The post Trumps sanctions easing Indias relief, Chinas opportunity and Russias windfall appeared first on Northlines .

Frustrated Trump is mulling the option of ground assault by troops By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The new voice of power in Tehran did not sound conciliatory. It sounded resolute. Offensive, defensive and no apologies for its programmes or human rights violations. Warned neighbouring Arabs to take off the US naval bases. [] The post Irans defiance of US-Israel axis becomes stronger under Mojtaba Khamenei appeared first on Northlines .

A pragmatic national interest driven foreign policy is the hallmark of Xi and Putin By Nitya Chakraborty As the U.S. Israel war against Iran entered its fourteenth day on Friday March 13, in the diplomatic corridors in the UN headquarters in New York and in other major capitals including the EU headquarters in [] The post China, Russia join hands to move cautiously in defending their ally Iran in war against U.S. appeared first on Northlines .

By Ashutosh Pandey India is a player in the world economy today. The country has done well in the last ten years. It has grown economically. A lot of people are using digital technology. The infrastructure is also getting better and more people are starting their businesses. But there is a problem. Many young [] The post Rising Youth Unemployment: The challenge of jobs amid economic growth appeared first on Northlines .

In recent weeks, reports of LPG cylinder shortages across several parts of the country have triggered a wave of anxiety among households, with long queues outside gas agencies and frantic calls to distributors becoming an increasingly common sight. While the concern of the common citizen is understandable, it is equally important to step back, assess [] The post Be Calm, Cylinders will come appeared first on Northlines .

Rayees Ahmad Kumar Schools across the valley organised a Welcome Day on Monday as primary and middle schools across the Kashmir Valley reopened after the long winter vacation. Students returned to school with great enthusiasm and excitement. The young students looked cheerful and happy to meet their classmates and teachers after the prolonged break. While [] The post Joy Returns as Educational Institutions Resume Classwork Across Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

Mohammad Hanief Tobacco addiction has increasingly become one of the most pressing social and public health concerns affecting young people in many parts of India. In the region of Jammu and Kashmir, this issue has begun to take on worrying proportions, particularly among school, college and university-going students. Health experts, teachers and social workers [] The post Rising tobacco use among youth : A growing social challenge appeared first on Northlines .

GoI to provide 75 seven-mtr e-mini buses Will ply & link inner uptown areas of Jammu Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, March 14: The public transport in the entire Jammu province is soon going to be revolutionized as the Government of India (GoI) has decided to provide seventy five (75) eco-friendly (e-buses) measuring 7 mtrs, almost [] The post Public transport to be revolutionized in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

SILCHAR, Mar 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the Centre was working to minimise the impact of global conflicts on citizens, while accusing the Indian National Congress of acting irresponsibly by trying to create panic in the country. Addressing a public meeting in Silchar, Assam, Modi said the world was witnessing wars and [] The post Govt Working To Minimise Impact Of Global Conflicts, Cong Trying To Create Panic: PM appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 14: The United States Department of State has announced a reward of up to $10 million (over Rs 92 crore) for information on key leaders of Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps under its Rewards for Justice Program. The reward targets individuals who command and direct various elements of the IRGC, which the [] The post US Announces $10 Million Reward for Info on Mojtaba Khamenei appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 14: A nine-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court of India will begin hearing arguments on March 17 on the contentious issue of defining the term industry under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. According to the apex courts cause list, the bench will be headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant [] The post SCs Nine-Judge Bench to Hear Key Case on Industry Definition from Mar 17 appeared first on Northlines .

BHUBANESWAR, Mar 13: Former Director General of Police of Jammu and Kashmir Rashmi Ranjan Swain has been appointed as the first Chairman of the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC), officials said. A 1991-batch IPS officer from Odisha, Swain recently retired as DGP of Jammu and Kashmir in 2024 and now becomes the inaugural [] The post Former J&K DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain Appointed First Chairman of OUSSSC appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 14: The government on Saturday revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect under the powers of the National Security Act (NSA), officials said. Wangchuk had been detained on September 26, 2025, two days after violent protests erupted in Leh over demands for statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion [] The post Sonam Wangchuk Released From NSA Detention After Six Months appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Mar 14: The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has suspended nine Mineral Dealer Licences (MDLs) across the Union Territory for alleged violations of licence conditions under the Minor Mineral Concession Rules, officials said. According to an order issued by Director Geology and Mining S.P. Rukwal, KAS, the action followed reports of [] The post J&K Geology Dept Suspends Nine Mineral Dealer Licences Over Violations appeared first on Northlines .

Bhaderwah/Jammu, Mar 13: A head constable of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and his wife were killed, while their two children injured after their vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a stream in Doda district on Friday, officials said. The accident occurred around 9 am when the four were on way to [] The post Cop, Wife killed as vehicle falls Into stream in Doda appeared first on Northlines .

Katra, Mar 13: Cricketer Abhishek Sharma recently visited the famous Katra Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu, a few days after Team India clinched the ICCs Mens T20 World Cup 2026. On Friday, Abhishek took to Instagram and shared pictures from the shrine. Jai Mata di, he simply captioned the post. He could be seen standing [] The post Cricketer Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:Calling upon practitioners of literature and arts to preserve Jammus rich heritage, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday asked the youth to uphold the living legacy of values passed down through generations. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of two-day literary-cultural conclave Sahitya Sanskriti Samagam, organised by University of Jammu here, LG Sinha [] The post Preserve Jammus heritage, uphold legacy of values: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Approved enhanced allowances of Ministers, MLAs; 136 GMC faculty posts to be created Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:The Cabinet on Friday approved an 18 percent hike in fares for all passenger vehicles, sources disclosed. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a Cabinet meeting here this morning in which several important decisions were taken. The proposals cleared by [] The post Cabinet approves 18 pc passenger fare hike appeared first on Northlines .

Panel to revisit recruitment process; 12351 MTS,3808 gazetted, 24507 non-gazetted posts vacant Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:In a significant move, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has decided to review the rules governing the appointment of Class IV employees, commonly referred to as multi-tasking staff. To initiate the process, the government has constituted a high-level committee under [] The post JK Govt to overhaul rules for class IV jobs appeared first on Northlines .

DCs told to furnish yearly balance details Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday directed officers that the unspent Constituency Development Fund (CDF) balance from a preceding financial year shall be prioritised for utilization under the scheme in the next fiscal. Citing CDF scheme guidelines, which state that funds under the scheme [] The post Unspent CDF balances must be spent first: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Mar 13:Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday took oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a ceremony held in Leh. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Arun Palli at the Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Choglamsar. Earlier, Chief Secretary Ashish [] The post Vinai Saxena takes oath as 4th LG of Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:Erratic weather conditions are likely to continue across Jammu and Kashmir till March 20, with spells of rain and snowfall expected at several places, the Meteorological Department said on Friday. According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the Union Territory is expected to witness generally dry weather on March 13 and 14. From [] The post Dry weather till March 14, rain likely from 15: MeT appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 13:In yet another successful example of effective coordination between the Department of Wildlife Protection, Jammu & Kashmir, and the Indian Railways, two hippopotamuses transported from Chennai were safely received at Jammu Railway Station on Thursday before being shifted to the Jammu Zoo. According to a statement, the animals were transported in a [] The post Two Hippopotamuses arrive safely at Jammu Zoo appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi has a number of options to arrange supply of petro products By Subrata Majumder With the outbreak of combined USA-Israel war against Iran, threats loomed large on oil price hike. It turns double whammy, combined with Trumps tariff war. It raised a new era of global political and economic conflict, which [] The post Modi Govt is in a position to deal with current oil crisis due to Iran war appeared first on Northlines .

Oil prices may shoot up to sky high if the supply line in Gulf is not restored By Anjan Roy As in any war, conflicting narratives are emerging in Iran war and it is becoming increasingly difficult to get at what is happening on the ground. These have become all the more real as [] The post Trump is continuously giving misleading picture on Hormuz strait creating confusion appeared first on Northlines .

By including India under section 301 investigation, new issues may block deal By T N Ashok NEW YORK: In the fraught geometry of global trade, pressure rarely disappears; it merely changes form. That is precisely what appears to be unfolding in Washington. With punitive tariffs increasingly constrained by legal challenges and geopolitical complications, the [] The post U.S. Govt is making a mockery of India-US trade relations at this war time appeared first on Northlines .

By Shaleen Mahajan The digital revolution has fundamentally transformed how information is produced, circulated and consumed. Online news portals, social media platforms and independent content creators now play a central role in shaping public discourse. This transformation has democratized access to information, enabling citizens to participate more actively in political debates, social movements and governance [] The post J&K Media Policy 2026: Balancing Print and Digital Regulation with Cons

By Puran Chand Sharma In this twilight hour, India is well poised towards being a briskly rising nation and transform sooner into a fully developed country. The leadership of the times do have the needed capability and manoeuvrability to take the challenges head-on to ensure social cohesion, mutual understanding, tolerance and impactful harmony. India, often [] The post Strengthening communal harmony across national horizon appeared first on Northlines .

It is intriguing that Pakistan has been continuously attempting to strike at the foundations of Jammu and Kashmir by giving shape to new and dangerous designs and spending enormous amounts of money to create unrest in J&K. In its latest illegitimate effort, the rogue country has sent a huge consignment of narcotics, particularly heroin worth [] The post Pakistans Drone Narcotics Plot appeared first on Northlines .

Authorities to approach Centre for continuation of works under various centrally sponsored schemes Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Mar 12: The Smart City Mission in the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has been closed and now there will be no more funding from the Government of India (GoI) under the mission in J&K, [] The post Smart City Mission stands closed in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 13: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held fresh talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi as India stepped up efforts to ensure safe passage for its merchant vessels near the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in West Asia. The two leaders spoke over phone on Thursday night, marking their fourth [] The post Jaishankar Holds Talks With Iran FM Over Hormuz Shipping Concerns appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the practitioners of literature and arts to preserve Jammu divisions rich heritage, promote its legacy, and connect the new generation to their roots. Jammus traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above divisions of caste, creed, and artificial boundaries. The values [] The post LG Sinha Inaugurates Literary-Cultural Conclave At JU appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Shafiq Ahmed, Senior Director Urology, Andrology & Renal Transplant, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital Kidney failure affects millions in India, turning everyday lives upside down with dialysis dependence and endless fatigue. But a quiet revolution is underway in our operating rooms: robotic kidney transplants. This advanced technique is delivering better results, faster recoveries, [] The post How Robotic Kidney Transplant Is Changing Outcomes appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 13: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday chaired a Cabinet meeting in Jammu, taking key decisions aimed at strengthening governance and accelerating development across the Union Territory. According to the Chief Ministers Office, the decisions were focused on improving administrative efficiency and enhancing public service delivery. The meeting was attended [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Chairs Cabinet Meeting in Jammu, Focus on Governance appeared first on Northline

New Delhi, Mar 13: Opposition MPs have submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking a motion for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, sources said on Friday. According to sources, 130 MPs in the Lok Sabha and 63 in the Rajya Sabha have signed the notice demanding action against the CEC. The [] The post Opposition Moves Notice in Parliament Seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumars Removal appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian early Friday, discussing the serious situation in the region and stressing the need for peace and diplomacy. During the call, Modi reiterated Indias commitment to peace and stability and urged dialogue and diplomatic engagement to de-escalate tensions. He also [] The post PM Modi, Iran President Discuss Peace Amid Escalating West Asia Tensions appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 13: Authorities imposed restrictions in parts of Kashmir on Friday after protests erupted in some Shia-dominated areas against US-Israel strikes on Iran, officials said. Demonstrations were reported from areas including Magam and Budgam, where protesters raised slogans against the US and Israel and expressed support for Palestine. Officials said the protests remained peaceful [] The post Curbs in Kashmir as Protests Erupt in Shia Areas Over Iran Strikes appeared first on Northlines

Mumbai: With the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League set to begin on March 28, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has issued fresh practice guidelines for all 10 franchises ahead of the tournament. The opening match will see defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy [] The post IPL 2026: BCCI Issues Stern Warning to Franchises appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha was adjourned till 12 noon on Friday following uproar by opposition members over various issues soon after the House assembled. When proceedings began at 11:00 AM, Speaker Om Birla attempted to take up the Question Hour, but opposition members stood up and started raising their concerns, leading to noisy scenes [] The post Opposition uproar over various issues in Lok Sabha appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: The Union Government has approved Rs 330.34 crore as additional central assistance for Jammu and Kashmir to support relief and recovery efforts after floods, flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides during 2025. The High-Level Committee, headed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, sanctioned a total of Rs 1,912.99 crore for six States [] The post Centre Sanctions Rs 330.34 Crore Additional Disaster Aid for J&K appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, March 13: A head constable of Jammu and Kashmir Police and his wife were killed, while their two children sustained injuries in a road accident near Basti village in Bhaderwah area of Doda district. Officials said an Alto car lost control near Basti village and plunged into a river. Head constable Zulfikar Ali and [] The post J&K: Police Head Constable, Wife Killed; 2 Children Injured in Bhaderwah Accident appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday said erratic weather conditions are likely to continue in Jammu and Kashmir till March 20, with intermittent spells of rain in plains and snowfall in higher reaches expected over the coming days. According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the weather on March 12 is expected to [] The post Erratic weather likely in J&K till March 20; rain, snow forecast: MeT appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, will be observed across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam said Jumat-ul-Vida will fall on March 13 this year, as the following Friday may coincide with Eid-ul-Fitr. Meanwhile, Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid held a meeting chaired by Mirwaiz Mirwaiz Umar [] The post Jumat-ul-Vida to be observed today, holiday declared appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 12:The phased repatriation of Indian students stranded in Iran has begun as the first batch departed from the country amid escalating tensions and the ongoing war in the Middle East, bringing a sense of relief to anxious families awaiting their safe return. According to details, Indian students enrolled in different medical universities [] The post Phased repatriation of Indian students from war-hit Iran begins appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today chaired a meeting to review the progress of projects under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. The review focused on the progress of works, reforms and opportunities, covering a wide spectrum of projects being executed by different departments. Advisor to the Chief Minister [] The post CM reviews progress of works under SASCI appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today reviewed a comprehensive roadmap for establishing future-ready IT Parks in Jammu and Kashmir in a phased manner, aimed at strengthening the Union Territorys technology ecosystem, creating employment opportunities and building institutional capacity to meet future technological challenges. While reviewing the proposal, the Chief Secretary emphasized the importance [] The post CS assesses roadmap for future-ready IT Parks in J&K appeared first

Srinagar, Mar 12 : A local court on Thursday recalled a non-bailable warrant hours after issuing it against former chief ministerFarooq Abdullahin the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) scam case, considering his condition following a murderous attack a day before. Earlier in the day, Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar Tabassum had issued a non-bailable warrant [] The post JKCA Scam case: Non-bailable Warrant against Farooq Abdullah recalled hours after issue appeared first on Northlin

Our duty is to honour, preserve peace won by our brave hearts Jammu Tawi, Mar 12:Warning anti-peace elements of dire consequences, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that those who seek to destroy the peace in Jammu and Kashmir will find no place to hide. Speaking at the closing ceremony of 2nd All India [] The post Anti-peace elements will find no place to hide in J&K: LG appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 12 : Around 2 kg of heroin worth Rs 12 crore dropped by a Pakistani drone was recovered near the International Border here, officials said on Thursday. The recovery was made by Jammu Police and 101 Battalion BSF from an agricultural land in Bahadurpura village in the Bishnah area late Wednesday night, [] The post Pakistani drone-dropped heroin worth Rs 12 Cr seized in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 12:Union Health Minister and Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha Jagat Prakash Nadda on Thursday condemned the assassination attempt attack on National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, describing it as a matter of grave concern and assuring that a thorough investigation will be carried out. [] The post Accused will be thoroughly investigated: Nadda appeared first on Northlines .