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A Tribute to My Grandfather Syed Abdul Rashid Gilani By Syed Majid Gilani Reflecting on the people who shaped and influenced my early life, one person stands foremost in my mind, my late grandfather, Syed Abdul Rashid Gilani. He was born in 1927 at Khanquah Moulla, Srinagar, to Maulana Syed Mohammad Yasin Shah Gilani. My [] The post Abaji: The Man Behind Our Strength appeared first on Northlines .

By Tirthankar Mitra A century after Nazi Olympics, Germany pitches for hosting 2036 Olympics. Meanwhile, it is confronted by a question overshadowing its past should Berlin stage the Games again? Opinions are divided on the issue. Supporting and dissenting voices ring out loud and clear. A former Chancellor sees a chance to clearly [] The post Can Germany be allowed to hold Olympics in 2036, A century after Nazi Olympics in 1936? appeared first on Northlines .

byB.S. Ramulu We must accept what is necessary according to our national and historical conditions. Ours is a democratic system functioning under the umbrella of the Indian Constitution. Inspired by the spirit of French socialism, our Constitution embodies freedom, equality, fraternity, self-respect, equal opportunities, and provisions for representation. It envisions a peaceful, transformative, and co-existential [] The post We Must Accept What is Necessary for our Conditions appeared first on

Just the number of women is not enough, discrimination has to go By Nandita Rao In December 2025, the Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant passed a historic decision, reserving thirty percent posts in all State Bar Councils for women. The Court passed these directions in a Public [] The post Nuancing feminism in the Indian Bar to make it more gender neutral appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 10: The Supreme Court has observed that the time has come for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and said the matter should be addressed by the legislature. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and R Mahadevan made the observation while hearing a plea seeking [] The post SC Says Time Has Come for Uniform Civil Code, Urges Legislative Action appeared first on Northlines .

Dr Mahipal Singh Sachdev, Founder and Director, Centre for Sight Group of Hospitals Glaucoma is often referred to as the silent thief of sight, and for good reason. Unlike many other eye conditions, glaucoma progresses quietly, often without noticeable symptoms until significant vision damage has already occurred. It gradually damages the optic nervethe crucial pathway [] The post Dont Ignore the Silent Thief of Sight, Glaucoma Can Steal Vision Without Warning appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 10: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday began discussion on a resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla, moved by Congress MP Dr Mohammad Jawed after the House reassembled following the first adjournment at noon. Moving the resolution, Jawed alleged that the Speaker had disallowed the Leader of the Opposition and other [] The post Lok Sabha Begins Debate on Motion to Remove Speaker Om Birla appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 9: Jammu and Kashmir government has dismissed three workers of the Jal Shakti department over their alleged involvement in anti-national and subversive activities, officials said on Tuesday. Among the three workers, two hailed from Kishtwar district in Jammu, while one belonged to south Kashmirs Anantnag district. They were identified as Liyaqat [] The post J&K: 3 Jal Shakti Dept Workers dismissed for anti-national activities appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 10: The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Centre to formulate a no-fault compensation policy for individuals who suffer serious adverse events after receiving Covid-19 vaccines. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said the existing system for monitoring adverse events following immunisation (AEFI) would continue and there was no [] The post SC Asks Centre To Frame No-Fault Compensation Policy For Serious Covid Vaccine Side Effects appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 10: The government has revised the priority order for allocation of domestically produced natural gas, placing LPG production along with CNG and piped cooking gas at the top, amid disruptions in imported gas supplies caused by the escalating West Asia conflict. According to a gazette notification, the requirements of these sectors will [] The post Govt Revises Gas Allocation, Gives Top Priority To LPG, CNG, Piped Cooking Gas appeared first on Northlines .

Dubai, Mar 10: Iran launched fresh attacks targeting Gulf Arab countries on Tuesday, intensifying pressure across the region, while an airstrike in northern Iraq killed five pro-Iranian militants amid the widening conflict. Missile sirens sounded early in the morning in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and in Bahrain. Saudi Arabia said its air defence [] The post Iran Launches Fresh Attacks Across Gulf As Regional Tensions Escalate appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced a cash reward of Rs 131 crore for the Indian cricket team after it created history by winning a record third ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 title in Ahmedabad. India defeated New Zealand in the final at the [] The post BCCI Announces Rs 131 Crore Reward For Team India After Historic 3rd T20 World Cup Title appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 10: Security forces launched a search operation on Tuesday following reports of suspected Pakistani drone activity along the International Border in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The movement of a suspected enemy drone was detected over the Daboh area late Monday night, prompting security forces to take countermeasures. Additional [] The post J&K: Security Forces Launch Search After Suspected Drone Sighting in Samba appeared first on Northlines .

Over 30,000 enumerators, supervisors to cover 6,462 villages, 78 towns in two-phases Jammu Tawi: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, in presence of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Mritunjay Kumar Narayan, today chaired a high-level sensitisation session to review and strengthen preparations for the upcoming Census, 2027 which will be conducted digitally for [] The post Census Comm sensitize JK officials on digital Census-2027 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Government of India on Monday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir generates around 665 million litres per day (MLD) of sewage, while the installed sewage treatment capacity in the Union Territory stands at 218 MLD. In a written reply to an unstarred question, Minister of State for Environment, Forest and [] The post J&K generates daily 665 million Ltr of sewerage: GoI informs LS appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi:The Embassy of India in Tehran has issued an important advisory for Indian nationals currently residing in Iran, urging them not to approach any of the countrys land borders for travel outside Iran without prior coordination with the mission. In the advisory accessed by the news agency, the embassy said any movement toward land [] The post India issues critical travel advisory for nationals in Iran appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi:A soldier went missing during a river crossing training exercise in the Sunderbani area of Rajouri district on Monday, officials said. In a post on X, the White Knight Corps, according to the news agency, said that Sepoy Akshit Sharma was reported missing at around 12 pm during a river crossing training exercise conducted [] The post Soldier goes missing in Sunderbani appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 09:In a major boost to winter connectivity to Ladakh, the strategically important Zojila Pass remained open during the winter season this year, marking a historic milestone. Brigadier Rahul Oberoi, Chief Engineer Project Vijay, according to the news agency said, Keeping the Zojila Pass open for such a long duration during winter is a [] The post BRO scripts history; Keeps Zojila Pass open in winter, ensures Ladakh connectivity appeared first on Northlines .

Final rolls expected by May; Urban local body rolls only after SIR Jammu Tawi: J&Ks State Election Commissioner, Shantmanu, on Monday directed officials to gear up for the revision of Panchayat electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir. The exercise is likely to begin in the fourth week of this month. Sources told news agencythat [] The post Panchayat electoral roll revision to begin this month appeared first on Northlines .

CS engages key stakeholders to chart future roadmap Jammu Tawi: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today held detailed deliberations with stakeholders on the adoption and expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance and delivery of public services across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting besides the concerned Administrative Secretaries was attended by the Director, Indian Institute [] The post JK eyes AI to transform governance & citizen services appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 9: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has issued directions to registry officials to ensure proper numbering of main case files, interlocutory applications (IAs), caveats and other related documents on judicial files to avoid inconvenience during court proceedings. According to a circular issued by the Registrar General M.K. Sharma, [] The post HC directs for numbering of case documents appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9:Petrol and diesel prices will not be increased immediately despite global crude oil prices crossing USD 100 per barrel, government sources said on Monday, adding that India has adequate fuel stocks to meet any contingency. As the conflict in West Asia entered its tenth day, global markets witnessed volatility, with Brent crude [] The post No immediate hike in fuel prices; Adequate stock available appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: Former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday strongly supported the proposal of simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies and said such a move will be in the interest of the country, will save time, improve governance and expedite development. Appearing before the Joint Committee of Parliament examining [] The post Azad says One Nation, One Election in nations interest appeared first on Northlines .

War is a big business Trump understands its best along with his pals By T N Ashok NEW YORK: Strip away the flags. Silence the speeches. Turn off the generals with their grave faces and PowerPoint slides showing red arrows across sand-coloured maps. When the theatre clears, what remains is not a clash [] The post U.S. Defence Companies are making fortunes as Iran was escalates appeared first on Northlines .

Risks for India are immediate, multi-dimensional By Nantoo Banerjee The all-out war in West Asia, involving the US-Israel combine and Iran and covering 10 countries in the region, is expected to have a big economic backlash on India. At stake are Indias $120-billion trade in this region, huge oil imports, overall balance of payments, [] The post Iran war is likely to hit Indian Economy hard appeared first on Northlines .

Trump and his cronies failed to divide Teheran amidst brutal war By Asad Mirza Iran on Monday (March 9) named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as the supreme leader of Iran, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge. Iranian institutions and politicians, from the foreign ministry to lawmakers, issued statements expressing [] The post Naming Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader marks continuity of Iranian leadership appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Parveen Kumar* Agriculture isthe backbone of Indian economy. Although its contribution to the countrys GDP has decreased from about 50% in 1950s to about 18% at present; yet it is the main source of livelihood for about half of the countrys population. It is also the largest source of employment for a vast [] The post Prime Minister Kisan & Shram-Yogi Maan Dhan Yojana appeared first on Northlines .

China is disgraced, India should move as equal partner to befriend new regime By Nitya Chakraborty With the final results of the March 5 elections in Nepal, almost available, it is clear that the Gen Z supported Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is set to form the next government in this tiny Himalayan nation headed [] The post Nepal electorate give unequivocal verdict against instability, old faces and corruption appeared first on Northlines .

It is a known fact that despite improvements in infrastructure, road accidents have remained alarming in J&K, with almost all regions confronting this issue with equal severity. There is no doubt that traffic authorities have been investing a lot in the awareness regarding road safety among the stakeholders with Road Safety Month remaining a major [] The post Time to discipline the roads appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Puneet Girdhar, Vice Chairman Ortho-Spine Surgery, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital As we age, our spine faces wear and tear, leading to degenerative spine disease, a common issue causing back pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. The good news is that simple lifestyle changes can significantly slow its progression, helping you stay active and pain-free [] The post Lifestyle Measures to Delay Progression of Degenerative Spine Disease appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 9: Authorities issued 445 traffic violation notices and seized 60 vehicles for serious offences during a special enforcement drive conducted across the Jammu division to strengthen road safety, an official said on Monday. He said 64 driving licences and 20 registration certificates have also been recommended for suspension for grave violations that adversely [] The post Traffic Crackdown In Jammu: 445 Challans Issued, 60 Vehicles Seized appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned twice on Mondayfirst till noon and later till 3 pmafter Opposition members raised slogans demanding a discussion on the escalating West Asia conflict while External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar briefed the House on the situation. The disruptions marked a stormy start to the second half of Parliaments Budget [] The post LS adjourned till 3 pm amid oppn slogans during Jaishankars briefing on West Asia crisis appeared first on Northlines .

Chicago, Mar 9: Crude oil prices surged above $115 a barrel on Monday as the escalating war involving Iran disrupted production and shipping routes in the Middle East, rattling global financial markets and raising fears of supply shortages. The price of Brent crude, the international benchmark, briefly climbed to $119.50 per barrel before easing to [] The post Crude Oil Prices Jump Above $115 As US-Iran War Disrupts Supply, Shipping appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: India favours peace and a return to dialogue and diplomacy amid the widening conflict in West Asia, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Monday, stressing the need for restraint, de-escalation and protection of civilians. Making a suo motu statement in the Rajya Sabha, Jaishankar said the safety and well-being of [] The post India Calls For Dialogue, De-Escalation Amid West Asia Conflict: Jaishankar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Prerna Bhasin, a daughter of Jammu, has successfully earned a Masters degree in Information Technology along with a Diploma in Cyber Security from Central Queensland University in Brisbane, Australia, bringing pride and joy to her family and well-wishers. Prerna had travelled to Australia in 2022 to pursue a two-year postgraduate programme at the [] The post Jammu Girl Prerna Bhasin Earns IT Masters Degree From Australia University appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for accelerating the integration of Indias education sector with the real-world economy, stressing the need to expand focus on emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and automation. Addressing a post-budget webinar, the Prime Minister said the country must further strengthen the linkage between education [] The post Boost Focus On AI, Automation In Education: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

Dubai/Jerusalem, Mar 9: Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader, succeeding his father Ali Khamenei, a move that signals the continued dominance of hardliners in Tehran amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. The decision was taken by Irans Assembly of Experts, an 88-member clerical body responsible for [] The post Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei As Supreme Leader After Fathers Death appeared first on Northlines .

Northlines Correspondent Jammu Tawi, March 08: In a grand and well-attended gathering of the Shri Amar Kshatriya Rajput Sabha, the Chairman of the Sabha, Justice (Retd.) Pavitra Singh, formally entrusted the responsibility of Working President of the organization to Shamsher Singh Charak. While announcing the appointment, Justice (Retd.) Pavitra Singh expressed deep confidence in the [] The post Leadership transition in Rajput Sabha: Shamsher Charak named Working President appeared first on Nort

New Delhi, Mar 8: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Sunday batted for greater institutional reforms in the judiciary to bring more women into the legal field and said that high court collegiums should consider meritorious women members of the Bar for judgeship as a norm and not as an exception. Addressing an [] The post CJI calls on High Court collegiums to consider female lawyers for judgeship appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: A senior police officer has directed intensified surveillance across the hilly Doda district, with particular focus on tourist and religious places to thwart attempts by anti-national elements to disturb peace. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Doda, Sandeep Mehta was chairing a security review meeting which was attended by all Additional Superintendents of [] The post Police intensifies vigil to counter anti-national elements in Doda appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Director School Education Kashmir, Naseer Ahmad Wani, on Sunday clarified that all schools across the Kashmir division will reopen tomorrow as per the already notified schedule, dismissing rumours circulating on social media regarding any delay in reopening. The Director urged parents and the general public not to pay heed to unverified information being [] The post Schools to reopen today in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said his government is committed to ensure empowerment of women, and their safety, and dignity, and provide equal opportunities to them across all spheres of life. Abdullah greeted the women on the International Womens Day, and lauded their strength, resilience and contribution to the [] The post Govt committed to ensure womens safety, empowerment: CM appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU Tawi: Security was strengthened inside and around a jail in Jammu and Kashmirs border district of Rajouri on Sunday, a day after a clash among inmates left at least 12 people, including four security guards, injured, officials said. The incident at the district jail located in Dhangri village occurred on Saturday evening following a [] The post Security beefed up in Rajouri jail after clash among inmates appeared first on Northlines .

Ahmedabad: India produced a batting spectacle of rare ferocity to overwhelm New Zealand by 96 runs in the summit clash and defend the T20 World Cup title after posting a record total here on Sunday. Powered by a blazing 89 from Sanju Samson and explosive half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma (52) and Ishan Kishan (54), Indias [] The post India wins T20 World Cup after bulldozing New Zealand appeared first on Northlines .

Aditya Pandey Cricket is the most loved sport in India. Every cricket season brings new heroes, new tournaments, and new celebrations. Recently, Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) won the Ranji Trophy for the first time in the tournaments history. J&K defeated Karnataka, which has won 8 titles, the second most after Mumbai. J&K took the mammoth [] The post Beyond the Ranji Glory: The Struggle in Kashmirs Willow Industry appeared first on Northlines .

Shaleen Mahajan Indias democratic system functions within one of the most linguistically diverse societies in the world. The country recognizes 22 languages in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution and thousands of dialects spoken across different regions. Language in India is not merely a tool of communication; it is a marker of identity, culture, and [] The post The DogriKashmiri Debate in the Jammu Kashmir Legislative Assembly appeared first on Northlines .

Anantnag, Mar 8: Prof. Dr. Rukhsana Najeeb, Principal and Dean of Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag, was honoured with an appreciation award by Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda for her exemplary services in promoting affordable healthcare and advancing the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). The award was presented during a ceremony in New Delhi [] The post Union Health Minister Honours GMC Anantnag Principal For Outstanding Services appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 8: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is set to challenge the interim bail granted to Al Falah University group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui by a Delhi court, stating that his release could influence the ongoing investigation in a money laundering case linked to alleged fraud involving student fees, officials said. A local court [] The post ED To Move Delhi HC Against Interim Bail Granted To Al Falah Chairman appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: More than 52,000 Indian nationals have been brought back home from Gulf countries between March 1 and March 7 following the outbreak of war in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. According to the MEA, a total of 52,000-plus passengers have returned to India during the period, including 32,107 travellers [] The post Over 52,000 Indians Evacuated From Gulf Since West Asia War Began: MEA appeared first on Northlines .

Tehran: More than 1,300 people have been killed and nearly 100,000 displaced in Iran as the humanitarian crisis worsens over a week into the ongoing conflict, with relief agencies reporting mounting civilian casualties and growing displacement across affected areas. According to media reports, the scale of devastation continues to rise as hostilities intensify, forcing thousands [] The post Over 1,300 Dead, 100,000 Displaced As US-Iran Conflict Deepens appeared first on Northlines .