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Nalanda (Bihar), Mar 31: At least eight women were killed and six others injured in a stampede-like situation at the Sheetala Mata temple in Maghra area of Nalanda district on Tuesday morning, triggered by a heavy rush of devotees. Bihar Sharif Assistant Superintendent of Police Noorul Haque said police and district administration teams rushed to [] The post 8 Women Killed, 6 Injured in Stampede at Sheetala Mata Temple in Bihar appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Mar 31: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has imposed a strict ban on the use of tobacco, intoxicants and other prohibited substances inside all public transport and government vehicles to enhance road safety and public health. The decision aims to curb substance use among drivers and passengers, reduce road accidents, and [] The post Ladakh Bans Tobacco, Intoxicants in Public, Govt Vehicles to Boost Safety appeared first on Northlines .

Udhampur, Mar 31: Seven persons were injured on Tuesday after a passenger auto (JK14G/2923) met with an accident at Kallaser Morh in Chenani area of Udhampur district. Officials said five of the injured were shifted to Government Medical College (GMC) Udhampur for further treatment, while two others with minor injuries were treated on the spot. [] The post J&K: 7 Injured As Passenger Auto Overturns At Kallaser Morh appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Mar 31: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a drowning incident in the Tawi river at Nagrota. While the bodies of two boys who drowned in the river on Sunday have been recovered, the search for the third [] The post LG, CM Condoles Loss Of Lives In Drowning Incident In Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 31: Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Tuesday said the prevailing security scenario cannot be taken lightly, stressing that past incidents must guide present decisions. Intervening during a discussion on the withdrawal of security cover to the National Conference headquarters and several legislators, Rather said those who have faced [] The post Security Situation Serious, Cannot Be Taken Lightly: Speaker Rather appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 31: A new income tax framework along with key Budget provisions, including higher Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options (F&O) trades and reduced Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages and select remittances, will come into force from April 1 with the start of the 2026-27 fiscal. The [] The post New Income Tax Law, Higher STT on F&O Trades Effective April 1 appeared first on Northlines .

SHOPIAN, Mar 31: The Mughal Road has been temporarily closed following heavy rainfall and snowfall overnight at Pir Gali, officials said on Tuesday. SSP Traffic Rural Farooq Qasier stated that the road will remain closed until conditions are deemed safe for travel. Updates on reopening will be provided once the route is cleared and [] The post Mughal Road Temporarily Closed Due to Heavy Rain, Snow at Pir Gali appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The Central Government has proposed amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 to expand regulatory oversight to news and current affairs content shared by non-publisher users on social media platforms. The Ministry has invited stakeholder feedback on the draft amendments, setting April 14, 2026, [] The post Centre Plans Wider IT Rules Cover for Social Media Content appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: Masood Azhars elder brother, Mohammad Tahir Anwar, has died in Pakistan under mysterious circumstances, according to a statement issued by the banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed. The group said Anwars funeral was scheduled at Jamia Masjid Usman Wali in Bahawalpur on Monday, though the exact cause of death has not been disclosed. He was [] The post JeM Chief Masood Azhars Brother Dies in Pakistan Under Mysterious Circumstances appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, March 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his greetings to the nation on the sacred occasion of Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, emphasising the enduring relevance of the Jain spiritual leaders teachings in contemporary society. In a message posted on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, Best wishes on [] The post PM Modi extends greetings on Mahavir Jayanti, highlights relevance of non-violence and compassion appeared first on Northlines .

Ramban, Mar 31: Traffic movement on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was suspended late Monday evening after a landslide blocked both up and down tubes near Mehar in Ramban district. An official said the landslide occurred near the trailer parking area, leading to a complete halt of vehicular movement along the stretch. As [] The post J&K: Landslide Halts Traffic on Jammu-Srinagar Highway in Ramban appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said that tourist arrivals in the Union Territory have shown fluctuations over the past three years, while highlighting a series of measures undertaken to boost tourism potential across Jammu and Kashmir provinces. The information was provided in response to a starred question (A.Q No. 468) [] The post Tourist arrivals in J&K shown fluctuations over past 3 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that the Power Amnesty Scheme for domestic consumers has been extended till March 31, 2026, providing continued relief to consumers by waiving interest and surcharge accumulated up to March 2025. Replying to an unstarred question raised by MLA Mian Mehar Ali, [] The post Power Amnesty Scheme extended till March 2026 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday said that road accidents in the Union Territory have shown a declining trend over the past three years due to effective implementation of road safety measures. Replying to an un-starred question tabled by MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, the Transport Department, informed that the number of [] The post Road accidents decline in J&K: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said that there is no proposal under consideration for regularisation of supporting staff engaged under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Replying to a starred question tabled by MLA Muzaffar Iqbal Khan, the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, informed that [] The post No proposal for regularisation of MGNREGA supporting staff: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Sent to 5-day police custody New Delhi, Mar 30:Delhi Polices Special Cell on Monday said it has arrested a suspected operative of the Lashkar-e-Taiba from the Ghazipur area. The accused has been identified as Shabbir Ahmad Lone, a resident of Kangan area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district. After his arrest, Shabir was produced before a [] The post Ganderbal resident arrested in Delhi for alleged LeT links appeared first on Northlines .

Calls for transforming job seekers into job providers Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed hope that Mission YUVA would emerge as a model for self-employment schemes across the country, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir aims to set a national benchmark in entrepreneurship-led development. The Chief Minister made these remarks while addressing the [] The post Mission YUVA to become national benchmark for self-employment schemes: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has notified introducing the Jammu and Kashmir Secretariat (Subordinate) Service Recruitment Rules, 2026, establishing a comprehensive legal and administrative framework governing subordinate staff in the Civil Secretariat. As per the notification, the rules have been framed under the proviso to Article 309 of [] The post Secretariat Subordinate Service Recruitment Rules, 2026 notified appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Secretariat on Monday issued a notification regarding the upcoming elections for three financial committees of the House, each comprising 11 members. In a notification isaued by assembly secretariate, In accordance with Regulation No. 2(1) of the Regulations for conducting elections to Assembly Committees on the [] The post JK Assembly announces election schedule for three Financial Committees appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 30 : Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday informed the state assembly that traffic enforcement agencies in the Union Territory have fully transitioned to a 100 per cent e-challaning system, with over 52,000 challans issued in 2025. In a written reply to the National Conference MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, Minister for Transport [] The post J-K transitioned to 100 per cent e-challaning system appeared first on Northlines .

Draw inspiration from PM Modis resolve for a strong, prosperous India Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Jammu: Asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi works tirelessly round-the-clock for the nations welfare, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday urged citizens to draw inspiration from the Prime Ministers unwavering resolve and march shoulder-to-shoulder in building a strong and prosperous India. [] The post PM Modis leadership keeps India resilient amid global crises: Sinha appeared first on Northline

PM best placed to help end conflict Calls for diplomatic solution amid complex dynamics Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday called for an immediate end to the ongoing West Asia conflict, stressing that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi is uniquely positioned to facilitate peace. Talking to reporters outside the [] The post CM Omar calls for immediate end to West Asia Conflict appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government does not reject private members bills without due scrutiny, asserting that each proposal is examined on merit before a decision is taken. Responding to concerns raised by Congress legislator Nizam-ud-Din Bhat, CM Omar said it was unfair to suggest that such bills are [] The post Pvt Members Bills not being dismissed blindly: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The government Monday said that it has managed a peak load of over 1600 Megawatts (MWs) in Jammu division during the previous summers and 2035 MWs in Kashmir division in the current winter. The government informed the Legislative Assembly that the hydro power generation during the winters plummets due to the less [] The post Jammu sees 1,600 MW summer peak, Kashmir 2,035 MW in winter appeared first on Northlines .

Existing legal framework sufficient to safeguard river Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The government on Monday opposed a private members bill on protection of River Jhelum in the Assembly, asserting that existing laws are sufficient to safeguard water bodies. Responding to concerns raised by legislator Dr. Bashir Ahmed Veeri, Minister for PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control said [] The post Govt opposes Jhelum Protection Bill appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said it is committed to protect every religious place, including temples, gurudwaras, mosques and churches and does not require additional legislation for the purpose. Responding in the House, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary said successive governments led by Omar Abdullah have introduced measures from time [] The post J&K an example of brotherhood, religious sites fully protected: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Nazim Khan to head FCS&CA Kashmir; Shreya gets Addl charge as Director Information Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday ordered a reshuffle in the administration, transferring and assigning new postings to several IAS and JKAS officers with immediate effect, including key changes in Food, Civil Supplies, Agriculture, Tourism and Information departments [] The post Govt orders reshuffle across key departments appeared first on Northlines .

Actor-Playwrights teamwork with Satyajit Ray still casts a spell By Tirthankar Mitra Think of an actor equally at home on stage and screen, and Utpal Dutt whose birth anniversary was on March 29, comes to mind first. With an English accent which would have made even an Englishman envious, coupled with mannerisms to match, [] The post An Ode to the thespian Utpal Dutt on his 97 th Birth Anniversary appeared first on Northlines .

Gen Z Billionaires dont need political access, just enough bandwidth By T N Ashok The glass towers of Bandra-Kurla Complex gleam with the sterile promise of a modern economy, but their foundations rest on a history of spectacular wreckage. For seven decades, thirteen Indian Prime Ministersfrom the socialist idealism of Jawaharlal Nehru to the [] The post Ghost in the ledger: Digital Buccaneer tycoon hoodwinking banks appeared first on Northlines .

On the Occasion of the 2624th Birth Anniversary of Mahavir Jayanti By Ravi Rohmetra Bhagwan Mahavira, also known as Vardhamana, was the twenty-fourth and last Tirthankara of Jainism. He was born into a royal family in what is now Bihar. At the time of his birth, the entire town witnessed prosperity in terms of agriculture, [] The post Bhagwan Mahavir (Vardhamana): Apostle of Ahimsa and Spiritual Awakening appeared first on Northlines .

Sakshi Jha (IIMC Jammu) Jammus tourism story is no longer just about faith it is slowly becoming a narrative of transformation, resilience, and new possibilities. For decades, the region has been synonymous with the sacred shrine of Vaishno Devi Temple, drawing millions of pilgrims every year and shaping the local economy almost entirely around religious [] The post From Pilgrimage to Possibilities: Jammus Tourism reinvents itself as a Year-Round appeared first on Northlines .

It is a matter of grave concern that despite big claims of the people at the helm both in the Centre and the Union Territory regarding zero tolerance against corruption, this scourge is spreading its tentacles with each passing day in J&K. Those tracking the daily reports on corruption in the region must know that [] The post Brace up fight against corruption appeared first on Northlines .

By MANYA PANDEY Saffron is an important crop in Jammu and Kashmir, known for its special aroma and used as a powerful flavouring and colouring agent. It is often called Red Gold. The land under saffron cultivation in Kashmir is about 5,707 hectares, with more than 90%in Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district in South Kashmir, [] The post At the Edge of Revival: Kashmirs Saffron Dilemma appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Lok Sabha on Monday held a discussion on efforts to eliminate left-wing extremism, with members debating progress and past strategies to address the issue. Opening the debate, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde praised the government led by Narendra Modi, along with paramilitary and police forces, for reducing the spread of [] The post Lok Sabha takes up discussion on efforts to free country from left-wing extremism appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday told the Lok Sabha that the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has been a crucial factor in improving the health of the countrys banking sector, particularly in recovering non-performing assets (NPAs). Piloting the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the minister [] The post IBC Key to NPA Recovery, Strengthening Banking Sector: Sitharaman appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday ordered the transfer and posting of seven IAS and JKAS officers with immediate effect in the interest of administration. According to an order issued by the General Administration Department, Nazim Zai Khan has been posted as Director, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Kashmir. Sagar [] The post J&K Govt Orders Transfer, Posting of 7 IAS, JKAS Officers appeared first on Northlines .

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday sent his resignation letter to the chairman of Bihar Legislative Council. Senior JDU leaders Sanjay Gandhi and Sanjay Shroff visited Bihar Legislative Council along with the resignation letter of Kumar relinquishing the membership of the Upper House in the state. Meanwhile, state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Vijay Chaudhary [] The post Nitish sends his resignation to the Bihar legislative council chairman appeared first on Northlines .

Gold Loans are a popular and quick way to secure funds. By pledging gold jewellery as collateral, you can obtain a loan based on its value and purity. The process is generally quick and requires minimal documentation. However, it is crucial to understand the loan terms before committing. You should know how much you can [] The post Why Every Gold Loan Borrower Should Use a Gold Loan Calculator appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: Delhi Police has arrested a 47-year-old man from Mysuru, Karnataka, for allegedly sending over 1,100 hoax bomb threats to schools, high courts and government offices across the country, officials said on Monday. The accused, identified as Srinivas Louis, was apprehended from his rented accommodation on Saturday in a joint operation by [] The post Mysuru Man Arrested for Over 1,100 Hoax Bomb Threats Across India appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The government has released 33 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the first phase of the Census and clarified that live-in couples may be treated as married if they consider their relationship a stable union. The FAQs are available on the self-enumeration portal opened for citizens opting to fill in details online [] The post Census Drive Begins April 1; Govt Releases 33 FAQs appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri, Mar 30: A 25-year-old man was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the Chakli area on Monday, with family members alleging foul play. The deceased has been identified as Aman Sharma, a resident of Chakli, official sources said. His body was discovered beneath the Chakli bridge, following which police reached the spot and took [] The post J&K: Man Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Delhi Police Special Cell on Monday arrested Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative Shabir Ahmed Lone, alleged to be a key handler of a recently busted terror module linked to the Metro Poster case, officials said. Lone is suspected to be a sleeper cell operative associated with the terror outfit, and further details [] The post Delhi Police arrests LeT commander Shabir Ahmed Lone appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Centre has made an ad hoc allocation of Public Distribution System (PDS) kerosene to States and Union Territories for household use as a 60-day emergency measure to ease pressure on LPG supplies. According to an official order, the kerosene will be used for cooking and lighting purposes. The government has [] The post Centre Allots PDS Kerosene to States, UTs for 60 Days to Ease LPG Burden appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Marathon invigorate children, youth, elders alike Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: Asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is now prominently showcasing its vast tourism potential on the global stage under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that the long-cherished dreams and aspirations of the people are steadily [] The post J&K emerging globally under PMs leadership: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: The exercise for the Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) elections in the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has finally been started as ballot boxes have been sent to all the twenty (20) districts of this UT. Apart from this, the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) [] The post 30,000 ballot boxes sent to districts appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: The State Election Commission is making necessary arrangements for holding panchayat and urban local bodies (ULB) elections at the earliest, the Jammu and Kashmir government has said. The tenure of municipalities ended in October-November 2023, while panchayats and block development councils completed their five-year term on January 9, 2024. The [] The post J&K set to conduct long-pending Panchayat, ULB polls soon appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: More than a year after 17 people died under mysterious circumstances in a remote village in Rajouri district, the Jammu and Kashmir government has cited specific pesticide compounds and elevated cadmium levels as part of fresh, though provisional, findings into the incident. In a written reply to a starred question, Health [] The post Specific pesticide toxins, cadmium in fresh findings in Rajouri village deaths: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: A Haryana resident, who was among five accused recently arrested in a job fraudextortion racket case, died after allegedly complaining of severe stomach pain while at a police station on Sunday, an official said. The police have initiated inquest proceedings into the incident, and the district magistrate of Jammu has been [] The post Haryana man dies in police custody appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Sunday inaugurated six passenger-centric initiatives, including Digi Yatra and Udan Cafe, at Jammu and Srinagar airports to enhance passenger convenience, accessibility, affordability, and overall travel experience. The other additions include a community-based Flybrary for book sharing, AVSAR retail spaces for local artisans, [] The post Aviation Minister rolls out passenger initiatives at JammuSrinagar airports appe

Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, held a detailed review meeting of health experts to assess the progress made by the Health & Medical Education (H&ME) Department in enhancing patient care and healthcare services across the newly established medical colleges and district hospitals across J&K. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary conducted a [] The post CS pushes for expanding tertiary care in peripheral institutions appeared first on Northlines .