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Ajay Sharma Sunderbani, November 29: In a shocking development, major roads in Rajouri district are allegedly being encroached and illegal constructions taking place under the nose of administration. According to sources, authorities are allegedly allowing large-scale illegal constructions and encroachments on vital public roads built under the Public Works Department (PWD) and Pradhan [] The post Encroachment on Roads Goes Unabated, CLU Approved Without Names of PWD & PMGSY appeared first on

Jammu, Nov 29: In view of public safety and to prevent potential misuse of such services for unlawful activities, the District Administration has ordered mandating the immediate suspension of all Virtual Private Network (VPN) services across the district for a period of two months in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. The directive, issued [] The post VPN services suspended in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: In a historic show of solidarity, a conference of all Bar Associations of Jammu Province was convened today by the Jammu & Kashmir High Court Bar Association, Jammu (JKHCBAJ) under the Chairmanship of its President Sr. Advocate Nirmal K. Kotwal. The conference primarily focused on the recently enacted New Tenancy Act and its [] The post Jammu Bar unite against New Tenancy Act appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Nov 29: Right-wing Hindutva groups took out a march here on Saturday to press for the shifting of Muslim students from the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) and reserving the seats in the institute for Hindus. The protesters assembled under the banner of the Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Sangharsh Samiti (SMVSS), [] The post Sangarsh Samiti takes out march demanding reservation of Medical seats appeared first on Northlines .

This is not a trivial matter that nearly 40 doctors and para-medic professionals played truancy in just one day in ever busy Sub-District Hospital Bishnah because the numbers are telling everything about the sordid tale of affairs in Jammu and Kashmir, where such a huge chunk of staff can remain unauthorisedly absent that too, when [] The post Big systematic flaw appeared first on Northlines .

Says HRDS India to build530 damaged homes in Ramban, Udhampur Jammu Tawi, Nov 29:Reaffirming the governments commitment to eliminate social imbalances and disparities, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said the regime led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a pledge to secure the future of Jammu Kashmir. After laying the foundation stone for [] The post PM led regime committed to secure J&Ks future: LG appeared first on Northlines .

Mussoorie: Stating that Operation Sindoor demonstrated effective civilmilitary coordination, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK) rattled the neighbouring country. Addressing the valedictory ceremony of the 100th Common Foundation Course at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Singh, [] The post Op Sindoor brilliant example of civil-military fusion, says Rajnath appeare

Patels unification efforts were overlooked by Congress; PM Modi, Amit Shah completed his unfinished mission in Kashmir Srinagar, Nov 29:Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president and Union Minister J P Nadda on Saturday said the decision to scrap Article 370 completed Sardar Vallabhbhai Patels vision of a fully integrated India, asserting that the constitutional provision [] The post Article 370 removal completed Indias integration project: Nadda appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 29:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Jammu and Kashmir government is planning to develop nine new tourism destinations under a sustainability-focused mega project. The new tourism initiative, he said, would be anchored in environmentally responsible development that involves the local community. Tourism, or any industry that does not benefit locals, is [] The post Govt to develop 9 new sustainable tourism destinations: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Dr Pradeep Kumar Jena In a landmark development, Government of India has implemented four Labour Codes with effect from 21st November 2025, bringing labour reforms enacted by the Parliament into reality. Following this, different views and news articles have surfaced in media on its impact, driving the debates and discussions on this pertinent issue. This [] The post Transforming Indias Labour Landscape: Labour Codes for a Vikshit Bharat appeared first on Northlines .

Abid Hussain Rather We proudly believe that we are living in the most enlightened era of human historyan age of artificial intelligence, instant information and boundless digital creativity. We tell ourselves that machines are making us smarter, faster and more efficient. But beneath this comforting illusion lies an uncomfortable question: Are we actually becoming wiser [] The post Outsourcing the Human Mind appeared first on Northlines .

Oil is no longer a sticking point in trilateral cooperation Calculus By K Raveendran An evolving convergence of political intent and economic pragmatism is giving fresh momentum to the IndiaRussia relationship, placing the forthcoming summit in New Delhi as a significant moment in a partnership that has already weathered decades of geopolitical shifts. The [] The post Delhi Summit to see a new strategic reset in India-Russia partnership appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 29: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that the tourism sector in Jammu & Kashmir is closely tied to business-to-business activity, promotion, and marketing, adding that the industry has faced a difficult season this year due to dry weather conditions. Speaking to reporters, the CM Omar said, Wherever there are business-to-business relations, [] The post Snow Will Bring Tourists Back, Dry Weather Has Hurt Season: CM Omar appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Nov 29: ICC Chairman Jay Shah has been conferred the Outstanding Achievement Award for Contributions to Indian Womens Cricket at CNN-News18s Indian of the Year ceremony, recognising his role in transforming womens cricket in the country. Shah dedicated the honour to Indias women cricketers, especially the current team that recently clinched the ICC [] The post Jay Shah Receives Outstanding Achievement Award for Advancing Womens Cricket appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Nov 29: Delhi Police on Saturday issued notices to private hospitals across the Capital seeking complete details of doctors who obtained medical degrees from foreign countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, the UAE and China, officials said. According to police, hospital administrations have been asked to submit the names, qualifications and employment particulars of such [] The post Delhi Police Seek Details of Foreign-Educated Doctors Amid Red Fort Blast Probe appeared first on No

Srinagar, Nov 29: Kashmir Valley witnessed an intense cold wave on Friday night, with temperatures dipping sharply across most stations, according to data from independent weather channel Kashmir Weather. Srinagar recorded a minimum of 3.1C, marking one of its coldest nights of the season. Pahalgam remained among the coldest at 5.2C, while Pampore dropped further [] The post Kashmir Freezes: Srinagar at 3.1C, Pahalgam Drops to 5.2C appeared first on Northlines .

3 slots vacant in council of ministers Srinagar, Nov 29:The ruling National Conference-led government is likely to go for a cabinet reshuffle and expansion in January 2026, sources disclosed. Sources told news agency that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah dropped broad hints of a cabinet expansion/ reshuffle during the two-day Central Working Committee meeting held in [] The post NC Govt Likely to Reshuffle, Expand Cabinet in January 2026 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Nov 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Government, with the concurrence of the Chief Justice of the High Court, has designated 20 District and Sessions Courts across the Union Territory as Special Courts for the speedy trial of offences under the Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. According to the order, these courts [] The post J&K: Govt Notifies 20 Special Courts for Swift Trial of Mining Offences appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Saturday postponed its decision on taking cognizance of the Enforcement Directorates (ED) chargesheet in the National Herald case. Special Judge Vishal Gogne deferred the pronouncement to December 16. The chargesheet accuses Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, along with late party leaders Motilal Vora and Oscar Fernandes, and [] The post Court Defers Order on ED Chargesheet in National Herald Case to Dec 16 appeared first on Northlines .

Security forces do their duty, but society cannot remain silent in this fight Jammu Tawi, Nov 28:Asking poets to use their pens as weapons against separatists and the elements trying to radicalize youth, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday highlighted the crucial role of poets, writers and artists in shaping a peaceful, progressive, and culturally [] The post Sinha urges Poets: Let our pens fight radicalisation appeared first on Northlines .

Raipur, Nov 28: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that the three hotspots that had become a festering wound for India Naxalism, the northeast and Jammu and Kashmir have been given permanent solutions by the Narendra Modi government and these regions will soon become like the rest of the country. [] The post Modi Govt gave permanent solution for J&K: Shah appeared first on Northlines .

Asserts NC maintained peace when in power; slams PDP for opening gate for BJP Says terror attacks like Pahalgam, Delhi didnt occur under NC Govts, slams PDP over BJP alliance Srinagar, Nov 28:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said Jammu and Kashmir did not witness incidents similar to the recent Pahalgam and Delhi terror attacks [] The post Give us law & order, take it back if mishandled: CM to Centre appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 28:Kashmir woke up to an intensified cold wave on Friday as several stations recorded their lowest November temperatures in nearly two decades, with Srinagar, Qazigund and Kupwara all touching historic lows for the second consecutive day. According to figures, Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of minus 4.5C, the lowest for November since 2007, [] The post Kashmir records coldest November night in 17 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

Exercise aimed at tightening surveillance, ensuring adherence to verification norms: officials Srinagar, Nov 28:In a bid to strengthen security and surveillance in the commercial hub of Srinagar, joint teams of police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Friday conducted surprise searches in hotels, lodges and business establishments in and around Lal Chowk Srinagar. The officials [] The post Joint forces conduct surprise searches in Lal Chowk appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 28:Minister of Education Sakina Itoo Friday said that the government will act tough against all those private schools that are violating the orders and norms issued by the concerned authorities. Itoo while speaking to the reporters said, The School Education Department has already notified the rules and norms to be followed by the [] The post No leniency for schools flouting Govt norms: Itoo appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Nov 28:In a significant step towards countering the growing menace of drug addiction in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a high-level consultation with Member NITI Aayog, Dr V.K. Paul, seeking expert guidance to evolve a comprehensive, effective and sustainable strategy to combat substance abuse across the UT. The consultation [] The post CS consults NITI Aayog to strengthen J&Ks strategy against drug addiction appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Nov 28: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Friday said that ensuring justice for poor litigants is his top priority and he can sit till midnight in the court for them. The observations were made by the CJI, who was sitting alongside Justice Joymalya Bagchi, while dismissing a plea filed by a [] The post Can sit in Court till midnight to ensure justice for poor: CJI appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Nov 28: Congress leaders from Jammu Kashmir met with party leadership on Friday to discuss a roadmap for the partys J&K unit. The meeting was held between AICC general secretary K C Venugopal and Jammu and Kashmir Congress PCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra, along with Nasir Hussain, the partys general secretary in-charge for [] The post JK Cong leaders discuss roadmap with party leadership in Delhi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Nov 28: The Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Sangharsh Samiti (SMVSS), a conglomeration of several organisations, will be holding a protest in Jammu on Saturday to press the government to declare Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College a minority institution and cancel the admission list of the institute. This comes after 42 students from the [] The post Jammu groups to protest over Vaishno Devi Medical College admission row appeared first on Northlines .

Robust GDP Growth, Steady Inflation, Strong Production, and Rising Exports Support Indias Growth Narrative Indias economic ascent continues to capture global attention. Alreadythe worlds fourth largest economy, the nation is charting a confident course toward becoming the third largest by 2030, withGDP projected at USD 7.3 trillion. The current growth phase reflects the strength [] The post 8.2% GDP: Indias Growth Story Strengthens appeared first on Northlines .

Fund Advisers warn of weather shocks impacting crop yields and rural consumption By Anjan Roy International Monetary Funds latest country level consultations with India reveal a flattering picture of the state of the economy. The executive directors have submitted their consultation report to the government, along with their recommendations for the government and its [] The post IMFs latest paper on India underscores the need for effective social security appeared first on Northlines .

Silicon Valley is gripped with apprehensions about the final scenario By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers SILICON VALLEY / SAN FRANSISCO / CALIFORNIA: The numbers are staggering. Microsoft has spent over $20 billion building data centres stuffed with the most powerful computer chips ever made. Meta is burning through billions more, weaving artificial intelligence into [] The post The great AI Gold rush by US big Tech Companies through huge investment appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi can effectively influence supply chain to emerge as an eventual exporter By T N Ashok In the unassuming coastal sands of Kerala and Tamil Nadu lie minerals with an outsized claim on the future. Rare earth elementsseventeen chemically similar metals with unpronounceable names like neodymium, dysprosium, and praseodymiumare the sinews of modern [] The post Indias latest Rare Earth minerals production move is sure to boost its Geopolitical status appeared first on Northlines .

After the concerned officials have reportedly confirmed that 40 per cent progress in the roll-out of smart electricity meters has been achieved under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), with the installation of over 3.81 lakh devices across the Union Territory, the government, which earlier used to blame non-payment of bills and power theft for [] The post Smart Meters, No Excuses appeared first on Northlines .

By: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya On 26th November 2025, Wednesday, Commonwealth Sport formally announced India as the host of the centenary 2030 Commonwealth Games, marking a defining moment in the nations sporting journey. This is far more than a prestigious hosting right, it is a global acknowledgement that India has emerged as one of the most [] The post Indias Sporting Rise: From CWG 2030 to Olympic Ambition, a New Era of Global Prominence appeared first on Northlines .

Kathmandu, Nov 28: Nepals central bank on Thursday issued new Rs 100 currency notes featuring a revised map that includes the Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura regionsterritories India claims as its own. The new note, bearing the signature of former Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari and dated 2081 BS (2024), includes a central map of Nepal, Mt [] The post Nepals Rs 100 Note Stirs Row: Will Roti-Beti Ties With India Endure? appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 28: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti criticized the demolition of a house of a journalist by the authorities in Jammu, saying the Union territory is suffering the brutal consequences of the National Conference (NC) governments decision to dismiss the partys anti-bulldozer bill in the assembly recently. The NC government dismissed the [] The post Mehbooba Mufti Hits Out At NC Govt Over Demolition Of Journalists House In Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Nov 28: Security forces on Friday launched a massive cordon-and-search operation in the higher reaches of Udhampur district following reports of suspicious movement, officials said. The joint operation, involving the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the CRPF, was initiated in the Chigla-Balotha area of Basantgarh after inputs indicated the presence of three suspected [] The post J&K: Search Op Launched After Suspicious Movement in Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .

LUCKNOW, Nov 28: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said that the ancient Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam the world is one family has become even more relevant in the face of todays unprecedented global challenges. She was speaking at the launch of the Brahma Kumaris annual theme for 202526, Meditation for World Unity [] The post Philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Holds Greater Relevance Today Amid Global Uncertainty: Prez Murmu appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 28: Srinagar Police, assisted by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), on Friday morning launched a cordon-and-search operation (CASO) in Lal Chowk, officials said. They said the operation was conducted as part of heightened security measures in the busy commercial hub, where multiple teams carried out surprise checks in several hotels and guest [] The post Srinagar Police, CRPF Conduct CASO in Lal Chowk; Hotels, Guest Houses Searched appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Nov 28: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has issued a fresh order revising the General Provident Fund (GPF) interest rate for the second and third quarters of the 202526 financial year. As per an order, issued after adopting the latest notifications of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, the interest rate [] The post J&K: Govt Revises GPF Interest Rate For Two Quarters appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday accused Al-Falah University chancellor Javed Ahmed Siddiqui of fraudulently acquiring land in Delhis Madanpur Khadar by using forged documents issued in the names of Hindu landowners who had died decades earlier. According to the agency, land in Khasra No. 792 was transferred to the Tarbia Education Foundation [] The post Delhi Blast: Al-Falah University Chancellor forged documents to grab land of deceased Hindu owners appeared first on North

Jammu, Nov 28: Wildlife authorities in Rajouri have determined that the widely circulated claim of a man being dragged away by a wild animal was entirely fabricated, calling it a deliberate attempt to mislead the administration. Wildlife Range Officer Rajouri, Iftikhar Khan, said the man reported missing in an alleged wild animal attack was later [] The post J&K: Leopard Attack Claim Found Fabricated in Rajouri; Officials Recommend Action appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir today filed a chargesheet in a long-pending land fraud case linked to illegal mutations and forged documents in Anantnag, resulting in the judicial remand of two accused, including a former Patwari. According to the official statement, the chargesheet was produced before the Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Anantnag, [] The post CBK Files Chargesheet in KulgamAnantnag Land Scam; Two Sent to Judicial Custody appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Nov 28: Police in Doda district on Friday arrested a man for allegedly uploading communally sensitive and provocative content on social media, officials said. The arrest was made following a written complaint filed at Police Station Doda by Hassan Babur Nehru of Nehru Chowk against Amreek Singh, son of Ranbir Singh, from Beoli. According [] The post J&K: Man Arrested for Posting Communally Sensitive Content on Social Media appeared first on Northlines .

Says his fight is for principles, not chair; rules out new party, slams Dy CM as opportunist Srinagar, Nov 27: National Conference (NC) MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Thursday said he has neither distanced himself from the party nor plans to form a new one, but expressed serious dissatisfaction with the NCs failure to [] The post MP Ruhullah intensifies attacks on NC for losing public trust appeared first on Northlines .

Officials say electronic devices, documents seized to curb radicalisation Srinagar, Nov 27: Jammu & Kashmir Police on Thursday conducted a series of coordinated searches across the Valley at multiple residential and commercial premises linked to individuals and institutions allegedly associated with Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), as part of an ongoing security exercise to maintain [] The post Police carry out valley-wide raids on banned JeI network appeared first on Northlines .

Rules MP to bear only transportation costs, not police escort charges New Delhi, Nov 27: A Delhi court on Thursday permitted Baramulla Member Parliament (MP), Abdul Rashid Sheikh to attend the sixth session of the 18th Lok Sabha while remaining in custody. According to details, the court said that the permission is subject to conditions [] The post Delhi Court allows jailed Sheikh Rashid to attend Parliament appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 27: The Jammu & Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a major Disproportionate Assets (DA) case against Malik Tahir Gani, Director State Motor Garages, following a secret verification that reportedly uncovered massive properties, bank holdings, and commercial assets allegedly far exceeding his known sources of income. In a statement issued, the official said [] The post Director State Motor Garages booked in Disproportionate assets case appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Nov 27: J&K Bank has announced that the Board-of-Directors, in a meeting held on 26th November 2025, has approved raising capital aggregating up to Rs 1250 Crore to strengthen the Banks balance sheet and support its future growth plans. In a regulatory filing, the Bank said that the capital raise comprises Rs 750 Crore [] The post J&K Bank to pump Rs 1250 Cr more capital for future growth appeared first on Northlines .