Srinagar, Oct 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Cabinet Sub-Committees report on rationalization of reservation cannot be made public unless it is approved by the Lieutenant Governor. Addressing a news conference at a local hotel, the Chief Minister, as per the news agency, said he had never stated that the report would [] The post Reservation Report to Be Made Public Only After LGs Approval: CM Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 18:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that his government will revoke the Public Safety Act (PSA) immediately after the Union Territory regains statehood. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar as per news agency, Omar Abdullah said his administration would not wait for the Assembly session but would issue an ordinance [] The post CM Omar vows to revoke PSA once J&K regains Statehood appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 18: CBI Director Praveen Sood on Friday emphasised the need for greater coordination and seamless data-sharing among Indias law enforcement agencies to strengthen efforts to extradite fugitives from abroad. Sood was addressing state police chiefs and senior central agency officers during a two-day conference on Extradition of Fugitives Challenges and Strategies [] The post Data Sharing, Coordination Key to Bringing Back Fugitives: CBI Director appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Oct 18: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Saturday directed the government to ensure Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mehraj Malik can vote in the upcoming Rajya Sabha election for four seats in the Union Territory. The defence council informed the court that the authorities have already dispatched postal ballots [] The post Ensure Jailed Leader Mehraj Malik Can Vote In RS Polls: HC To J&K Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 18: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a Section Officer (Legal) of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Finance Corporation (JKLFC), Jammu, on charges of demanding a bribe of Rs 80,000 and accepting the first instalment of Rs 20,000, the agency said on Saturday. According to the CBI, a complaint alleged that [] The post CBI Arrests JKLFC Section Officer in Bribery Case appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 18: There is an imminent need for jurisdictional agencies, handling affairs at international airports, to sensitise their officers in the prevailing laws before taking the drastic step of detention and arrest of an international traveller, the Supreme Court has said. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta made the observations [] The post Supreme Court Urges Airport Agencies to Sensitize Officers on Applicable Laws appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 18: Jammu and Kashmir Horticulture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar on Saturday assured strict measures to curb the sale of substandard fertilizers and pesticides in the Union Territory. Speaking to reporters in Baramulla, he said several such products are being sold illegally and that the government is finalizing plans to strengthen the enforcement wing, [] The post Govt to Ban Harmful Agro Chemicals and Artificial Fruit Coloring in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Oct 18: The Border Security Force (BSF) has heightened vigilance along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmirs Arnia Sector ahead of the Deepawali celebrations, officials said on Friday. Night patrolling and tactical drills have been intensified to ensure round-the-clock security in the border areas. Despite the festive season, BSF personnel remain fully alert [] The post BSF on High Alert Along J&K Borders Ahead of Deepawali Celebrations appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Oct 18: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sunil Sharma has expressed confidence in Devyani Ranas victory in the upcoming Nagrota Assembly by-polls, calling her the right candidate to represent the people and carry forward the legacy of late Devender Singh Rana. Devyani Rana is the daughter of former legislator, the late Devender [] The post LoP Sharma Backs Devyani Rana, Calls Her Right Candidate for Nagrota By-Polls appeared first on Northlines .

Lucknow, Oct 18: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles manufactured at the BrahMos Aerospace unit in Lucknow, marking a major milestone in Indias journey towards defence self-reliance. According to an official statement, the achievement represents a significant step for the [] The post Rajnath, Yogi Adityanath Flag Off 1st Batch of BrahMos Missiles from Lucknow Facility appeared first on Northli

Noida, Oct 18: A Karnataka-cadre IPS officer and six others have been booked in Noida on charges of dowry harassment, domestic violence, and other offences following a complaint by his wife, police said on Saturday. According to officials, the FIR was filed by Dr. Kriti Singh, a resident of Sector 128, Noida, against her husband [] The post IPS Officer, Six Others Booked for Dowry Harassment in Noida appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, October 18: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid obeisance to sacred relics of Lord Buddha brought from India and enshrined at the Central Temple, Geden Sheddup Choikorling Monastery, also known as the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni at Elista, Kalmykia, Russia. The Lieutenant Governor is leading the delegation to bring back holy relics of [] The post LG Sinha pays obeisance to sacred relics of Lord Buddha at Geden Sheddup Choikorling Monastery, Russia appeared first on Northlin

Kabul: At least eight people, including three Afghan cricketers, were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in Afghanistans Paktika province on Friday, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed. The board identified the deceased players as Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon, who had travelled from Urgun to Sharana near the Pakistan border to play a friendly match. According [] The post 3 Afghan Cricketers Among 8 Killed in Pakistani Air Strike appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 17: Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, Friday announced his arrival in Elista, Kalmykia, Russia, as part of his official visit to bring back the sacred relics of Lord Buddha following a week-long exposition. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Office of the J&K Lieutenant Governor, wrote, Landed in [] The post LG in Russia to bring back holy relics of Lord Buddha appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Oct 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the placement of 23 In-Charge Assistant Executive Engineers (Degree holders) as In-Charge Executive Engineers (Degree holders) on an officiating basis in their own pay and grade, along with admissible charge allowance. The promoted officers include Riyaz Ahmad Kababi, Miss Bilquise Draboo, Munib-ur-Rehman, Rajesh Sharma, Rohit [] The post 23 engineers placed as In-Charge XEn in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

During Congress rule, terrorists played Khoon Ki Holi across India New Delhi, Oct 17:Asserting that India now responds to terror threats with unprecedented resolve and strength, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the PM Modi-led governments action against terrorism in J&K is unlike anything seen in decades. Addressing a public rally in Taraiya, [] The post Modi Govts tough stand on terror in J&K unmatched: Shah appeared first on Northlines .

CM says statehood will end Delhi alienation;CS panel progressing on daily wagers;All promises to be met in 5 years Srinagar, Oct 17: After the bitterness of Congress over denial of a safe seat to contest Rajya Sabha polls in Jammu Kashmir, the National Conference has asked Congress to field its candidate from forthcoming Nagrota Assembly [] The post NC asks Congress to contest Nagrota Assembly seat, retains Budgam appeared first on Northlines .

Opaque voting rules put spotlight on 7 non-party MLAs Srinagar, Oct 17: The National Conference (NC) and Congress made last-ditch efforts to forge unity ahead of the Rajya Sabha polls, following Congresss public announcement that it would not contest the riskier fourth seat. As a result of negotiations, Congress leaders claim they had nearly agreed [] The post Rajya Sabha polls: All eyes on independents, but no one can see their vote appeared first on Northlines .

Lone terms U-turn as coffee and toffee moment; social media users accuse CM of reversing his pre-election stance Srinagar, Oct 17: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah faced backlash for comparing prepaid electricity meters to mobile recharges, with critics accusing him of making a U-turn on his pre-election promise. The installation of smart meters has been one [] The post Omar under fire for comparing prepaid electricity meters to mobile recharges appeared first on Northlines .

Investigation will examine circumstances, deaths of 4 individuals New Delhi, Oct 17: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ordered a judicial inquiry into the police action in Leh town on September 24, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals. The Ministry of Home Affairs issued the notification on Friday, which reads that an [] The post Ladakh Violence: MHA orders judicial probe by retired SC Judge BS Chauhan appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Oct 17: Chief Secretary of Ladakh, Dr Pawan Kotwal, on Friday urged the people to act responsibly and maintain peace in the aftermath of the Leh violence on September 24, which left four dead and several injured. He said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ordered a judicial inquiry into the incident, to [] The post Act responsibly and maintain peace: CS tells people of Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Restoration work underway to reopen highway tube soon, says NHAI Project Director Srinagar, Oct 17: The damages and destructive effects caused by the landslide are still evident on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. On Thursday evening, a major retaining wall suddenly collapsed in the Dalwas area near Ramban, resulting in the closure of one tube of [] The post Retaining wall collapse on NH disrupts traffic appeared first on Northlines .

Vows to block BJPs agenda in J&K Srinagar, Oct 17: Amid growing speculation over cracks in the CongressNational Conference (NC) alliance, the Congress on Friday said that the partnership between the two parties will continue for the greater common good. Congress General Secretary, Ghulam Ahmad Mir told the media persons, said that internal differences do [] The post Congress denies rift with NC, continues its support appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 17:As the last date for filing nomination papers for the Budgam by-election approaches, the two major regional parties including National Conference (NC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are yet to officially declare their candidates. Speculations are rife that the National Conference may field Aga Syed Mehmood, though party sources that the final decision [] The post Budgam By-Election: NC, PDP yet to nominate candidates as deadline nears appeared first on Northlines .

Surprisingly, four years after centuries old practice of bi-annual Darbar Move was stopped, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has now announced its revival saying the decision to this effect taken by the UT Cabinet earlier has also been signed by the Lieutenant Governor. It is perplexing that after achieving so much in the field of digital [] The post Darbar Move Revival Unjustified appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Mahipal Singh Sachdev, Chairman and Managing Director, Centre for Sight Group of Eye Hospitals Diwali, the festival of lights, brings joy, celebration, and togetherness. But amidst the festive sparkle, it also brings a surge in eye injuries and vision-related emergencies. Every year, hospitals across India witness a significant rise in patients reporting eye burns, [] The post Celebrate the Festival of Lights Without Harming Your Sight appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday renewed his demand for the early restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs statehood, asserting that it would empower the elected government to better serve the people and fulfil its promises made during last years assembly polls. Speaking to reporters in Kulgam, Abdullah said he had expected the [] The post Omar Abdullah Reaffirms Demand for Statehood, Says It Will Empower Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Banihal (Ramban), Oct 17: Vehicular movement on the JammuSrinagar national highway was disrupted after a portion of a protection wall collapsed in Ramban district, officials said on Friday. Around 40 metres of the wall and the adjoining Sawni panchayat link road caved in on Thursday night, damaging one tube of the four-lane highway. Project Director, [] The post Portion of Wall Collapses, Traffic Disrupted on JammuSrinagar Highway appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 17: Gold prices surged by Rs 2,442 to touch an all-time high of Rs 1,32,294 per 10 grams in the domestic futures trade on Friday, driven by safe-haven demand as investors weighed deepening global economic uncertainties and expectations of monetary easing by the US Federal Reserve. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), [] The post Gold Hits Record Rs 1.32 Lakh/10g on Global Uncertainty, Fed Easing Hopes appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 17: The Delhi High Court on Friday said it will hear on November 19 an appeal by former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar challenging his conviction and life imprisonment in a murder case connected to the 1984 Sikh Massacre. The appeal, initially scheduled before a bench of Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Manoj Jain, [] The post 1984 Massacre: Delhi HC to Hear Sajjan Kumars Appeal Against Life Term in November appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 17: The Supreme Court on Friday took serious note of the digital arrest of a senior citizen couple in Haryanas Ambala, where fraudsters allegedly used forged judicial and agency orders to extort 1.05 crore. The bench, comprising Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi, registered the matter suo motu after a 73-year-old woman [] The post Supreme Court Flags Rising Digital Arrest Cases, Seeks Centres Response appeared first on Northlines .

Raipur, Oct 17: In a major boost to Indias campaign against Left-Wing Extremism, 208 Naxalites, including 110 women, surrendered in Chhattisgarh on Friday, handing over 153 weapons as part of the states surrender and rehabilitation drive. Officials said the surrendered cache included 19 AK-47 rifles, 17 SLRs, and 36 .303 rifles, among other firearms. The [] The post Major Breakthrough: 208 Naxals Surrender With 153 Weapons in Chhattisgarh appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 17: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) youth leader Waheed Para on Thursday strongly criticized the Jammu and Kashmir Governments decision to reduce the quota for people from Backward Areas (RBA), calling it a deliberate move to weaken Kashmiri representation. In a post on social media platform X, Para described the cabinet sub-committees decision to [] The post PDPs Waheed Para Terms RBA Quota Slash a Move to Disempower Kashmiris appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 17: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) has filed a chargesheet against eight individuals including four revenue officials, three of them retired in connection with a major land fraud case involving 52 kanals of land in Srinagars Danihama area. According to officials, the chargesheet in FIR No. 23/2019 [] The post J&K: 4 Revenue Officials Among 8 Charge-sheeted in Land Fraud Case appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Rajouri, October 13 Even as several developmental projects remain stalled, the authorities appear indifferent to appointing a permanent Chief Engineer for the Public Works Department (PWD). According to sources, faulty administrative decisions have pushed the department into disorder, leaving crucial infrastructure works incomplete and the public frustrated. The PWD is deteriorating by the [] The post Adhocism Plagues PWD: Projects Hampered Due to Makeshift Arrangements appeared firs

Srinagar, Oct 16: Lauding the emergence of Jammu & Kashmir as a vibrant sports hub in the country, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar Thursday said that under PM Modis visionary leadership, sports and fitness have become integral components of professional and personal lives of people. Addressing the closing ceremony of [] The post J&K emerging as countrys sports hub: MoS Home appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 16: Ahead of Diwali and the upcoming festive season, security forces have increased surveillance and patrolling along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Thursday. An official said that BSF is working in close coordination with the Indian Army to monitor the [] The post Ahead of festive season, security forces increase vigil along LoC, IB appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 16: What should have been a routine journey between Qazigund and Ramban has turned into a nightmare for commuters, with severe traffic snarls plaguing the JammuSrinagar National Highway. The road remains heavily congested, and journeys that once took 45 hours are now stretching to 10 hours, commuters said. Commuters said that the [] The post Worst of Season: Traffic chaos turns 4-hour JmuSgr trip into 10-hour ordeal appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Oct 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday handed over regularisation orders to 863 Contingent Paid Workers (CPWs) of the School Education Department from multiple districts of Jammu province. The occasion also witnessed the formal inauguration of the Vidya Samiksha Kendra under Samagra Shiksha and the launch of a suite of new ICT and [] The post CM hands over regularisation orders to 863 CPWs appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 16: In a major crackdown against absconders, Police on Thursday said to have apprehended eleven individuals who had been evading arrest for several years in Sopore and Ganderbal, including two wanted in a 1999 criminal case. A police team from Police Post Bus Stand Sopore apprehended Hilal Ahmad Siraj son of Abdul Rasheed [] The post 11 long-evading absconders nabbed appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 16 : The BJP on Thursday launched a blistering attack on the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference (NC) government, terming its first year in office as a year of exemplary failure. BJP spokesperson Altaf Thakur said the Abdullah governments one-year reign was Ek Saal Nakami ki Misaal, a year of broken promises and mounting [] The post Ek Saal Nakami ki Misaal: BJP on Omar Govts first year appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Oct 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has announced a change in the date of the provincial holiday in Kashmir on account of Urs Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Sahib. As per an order issued in partial modification of Government Order No. 2193-JK(GAD) of 2024 dated December 29, 2024, the holiday will now be observed on [] The post Govt reschedules Urs holiday to Oct 20 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Oct 16: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has declared November 11, 2025 (Tuesday) as a paid holiday for all persons employed in businesses, trades, industrial undertakings, and other establishments who are entitled to vote in connection with the bye-elections to Budgam and Nagrota Assembly Constituencies. The post Holiday for Budgam, Nagrota bye-elections on Nov 11 appeared first on Northlines .

Centre must fulfil statehood promise Cabinet approves CSC report on reservation Alliance with Congress remains intact Expecting Centres flood relief package Srinagar, Oct 16: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the National Conference (NC) government has performed to the best of its ability under the challenging circumstances in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a press [] The post NC Govt did its best despite adversities in J&K: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Govt orders Annual Move to Jammu; Offices reopen Nov 3 Jammu, Oct 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday announced the resumption of the traditional bi-annual Darbar Move practice after a gap of more than four years. The practice was halted by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in 2021. Addressing a press conference here, the CM [] The post CM announces revival of biannual Darbar Move in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, October 16: Stating that more than 1,614 Jammu Kashmir Policemen laid down their lives during the past three decades while fighting Pakistan and its proxies in the Union Territory, Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat, on Thursday reiterated the commitment of the force to safeguard peace and stability in the region. Addressing the [] The post 1614 J&K Cops Martyred fighting Pak, proxies: DGP appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 16: Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that youth of the region are forging bond with diversity, heritage and fostering a shared cultural identity for nation-building. Youth of Jammu Kashmir are now deeply engaging with the countrys history, values and aspirations, the Lieutenant Governor said while addressing the inaugural [] The post J&K youth championing cultural unity for stronger nation: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

By Vivek Koul A decade ago, YouTube was little more than a digital pastimea place to watch music videos, movie trailers, and home-made clips for amusement. Today, it stands as one of the most dynamic career platforms of the modern age, redefining the very concept of employment and creativity. What began as a casual video-sharing [] The post YouTube: The New Career Path appeared first on Northlines .

Omkar Dattatray It was Thursday, the 16th of October, 2025, when I, along with my better half, Smt. Meena Bhat Koul, embarked on a memorable spiritual journey to the sacred land of Khatu Shyam Ji in the Sikar district of Rajasthan. This pilgrimage had been on our minds for quite some time, and the [] The post Pilgrimage to Khatu Shyam Ji: A Journey Beyond Distance appeared first on Northlines .

Kabul: In a bizarre and symbolic aftermath to the deadly clashes along the AfghanistanPakistan border, Taliban fighters in Afghanistan were seen parading the trousers of Pakistani soldiers, claiming them as war trophies after intense fighting earlier this week. The peculiar display, which flooded social media, came as both countries agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire following [] The post Taliban Parade Pakistani Soldiers Pants in Afghanistan; Photo Goes Viral appeared first on Northlines .