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Jammu Tawi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to abolish the Union Territory-with-Assembly system, while expressing hope that long-pending Transaction of Business Rules would be approved in the coming days to end governance confusion in Jammu and Kashmir. Replying to a debate on the motion of thanks to the [] The post Abolish UT-with-Assembly system: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday reiterated in the budget session of the assembly that his government remains committed to restoring the special status of Jammu and Kashmir. Winding up the discussion on the Motion of Lieutenant Governors Address in the assembly, Abdullah said Article 370 was not specifically mentioned in the address [] The post No need to mention Article 370 in Address: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 5: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hameed Karra on Thursday demanded that the centre spell out a clear timeline for the restoration of statehood to the Union Territory. Taking part in the motion of thanks on the Lt Governors address in the legislative assembly here, Karra also suggested the [] The post Karra seeks clear timeline for statehood appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed the Assembly today during the Budget Session, replying to discussions on the Motion of Thanks to the Lieutenant Governors address. As Leader of the House, he outlined his governments priorities, countered opposition criticisms, and reaffirmed commitment to the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs statehood. Thanking the [] The post Budget Session 2026: CM reaffirms commitment to Statehood, People-Centric Governance appeared first on Northlin

New Delhi: In a landmark step towards realizing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modis vision of a peaceful and prosperous North East, the Government of India, Government of Nagaland, and the Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) signed a historic agreement in New Delhi today. The accord, signed in the presence of Union Home Minister Shri Amit [] The post Central Govt, Nagaland Govt, ENPO Sign Agreement to Form FNTA appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 5: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday formally launched Indias first cooperative-based taxi service, Bharat Taxi, in New Delhi, marking a major step towards empowering drivers through an ownership-based model. The launch event was attended by Union Minister of State for Cooperation Krishan Pal Gurjar, Murlidhar Mohol, Cooperation Secretary [] The post Shah launches Indias first cooperative-based Bharat Taxi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 5:The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Thursday said that it would bring a bill on drug abuse during the ongoing session of the Legislative Assembly. Speaking in the Legislative Assembly, Minister for Health and Medical Education Sakina Itoo said that the bill has been prepared and will be introduced in the House [] The post J&K Govt to table drug abuse Bill in Assembly appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 5:A proposed amendment to the Lieutenant Governors Address regarding the attacks on Kashmiris working in other states was defeated in the Legislative Assembly on Thursday. After the CMs reply to the LGs Address, Peoples Conference president Sajad Lone, pressed that his amendment be put to vote. When the amendment was put to [] The post J&K Assembly rejects amendment on attacks against Kashmiris appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 5:Nearly 23000 jobs were outsourced in Jammu and Kashmir in the past two years, Govt informed the Legislative Assembly on Thursday. In a written reply to the question of MLA Sajad Ahmad Lone, the Finance Minister stated that around 22,886 jobs were outsourced. The government follows the procedures as laid down in [] The post 23000 jobs outsourced in J&K in 2-yrs appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 5:The Jammu and Kashmir Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthen the healthcare system by ensuring adequate availability of doctors, specialists, nurses and paramedical staff across the Union Territory. Acknowledging that human resources form the backbone of efficient and quality health services, the Health and Medical Education Department has initiated a large-scale [] The post Health Deptt refers over 2400 jobs to PSC, JKSSB appeared first on Northlines .

Over 910 TMT allocated to J&K, 59 TMT to Ladakh under PMGKAY New Delhi, Feb 5:The Centre on Thursday informed the Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir received around 4.5 lakh metric tonnes of food grains annually under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), while Ladakh received around 0.320.35 lakh metric tonnes per year, under the [] The post J&K received 4.5 lakh metric tonnes of food grains annually: Centre appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 5:The Union Government has informed Parliament that a Cyber Forensic Laboratory is available and functioning in Jammu and Kashmir as part of efforts to strengthen digital crime investigation and forensic capabilities in the Union Territory. In a written reply to an unstarred question in Lok Sabha, the Ministry of Home Affairs, said [] The post Cyber Forensic Laboratory functioning in J&K: MHA appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 5:The Government of India on Wednesday informed the Parliament that five new toll (fee) plazas have become operational in Jammu and Kashmir during the past six financial years as part of National Highway infrastructure expansion. In a written reply to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, Minister for Road Transport and [] The post In 6-yrs, 5 new toll plazas have come up in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 5:Over 5.76 lakh smart meters have been installed across Jammu and Kashmir under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) till January 2026, the Government of India informed the Lok Sabha on Thursday. In a written reply to an unstarred question (No. 1143) raised by Ashish Dubey, the Union Ministry of Power said [] The post 5.76 lakh smart meters installed in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 5:Jammu and Kashmirs economy is projected to grow by 5.82 per cent in real terms in 202526, reflecting a steady post-pandemic recovery and improved fiscal management, according to theEconomic Survey Report 202526 tabled in the Legislative Assembly on Thursday. As per the report, the Union Territorys real Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) [] The post J&K economy grows 5.82% in 202526: Economic Survey appeared first on Northlines .

Combating adulteration in food items is a challenging task in the modern day world as erring stakeholders employ various tactics to get undue profit by deliberately mixing things of lesser values in food entities. Conventionally, water was mixed in milk but with the advancement of science and greed of the people today the scenario has [] The post Adulteration Biggest Challenge appeared first on Northlines .

Saurabh Garg Inflation, one of the most closely watched macroeconomic indicators, is something, most people feel in daily life, through routine household expenses. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) captures this reality by tracking the prices of goods and services that households regularly consume, turning everyday experiences into an official measure of inflation. For the common [] The post CPI Base Revision: What has Changed and Why It Matters appeared first on Northlines .

By Ravi Rohmetra Lata Mangeshkar, remembered lovingly as the Swar Kokila (Nightingale of India), remains one of the most iconic playback singers in the history of Indian music. On her 4th death anniversary on February 6, 2026, the nation once again pays tribute to the voice that defined melody for generations. Her singing career spanned [] The post Lata Mangeshkar: The Eternal Voice of India Remembering the Swar Kokila on Her 4th Death Anniversary appeared first on Northlines .

Has the U.S. President taken some lessons from new experience? By T N Ashok NEW YORK: On February 3, 2026, President Donald Trump renewed a controversial call to nationalize U.S. elections an idea that would shift significant electoral authority away from the fifty states to a centralized federal body. Trumps remarks, given [] The post From federalism to nationalization: Trumps election gambit mid-term eve appeared first on Northlines .

By Rameshwar Singh Jamwal Jammu is smoldering and seems to be heading for another agitation, this time again for the discrimination meted out to it in allocation of a prestigious educational institution, National Law University and the issue has also been raised in the Assembly by BJP Legislators. Demands for setting up NLU in Surankot, [] The post NLU in Jammu, The Quagmire appeared first on Northlines .

Er. Prabhat Kishore Examinations are often a source of stress for students and their families. This is a common challenge faced by students of all ages, especially teenagers who are preparing for significant milestone such as board exams or competitive exams. The intense focus on academic performance, coupled with expectations from society and family, often [] The post Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 : Empowering Students, Transforming Lives appeared first on Northlines .

PALAKKAD, Feb 5: Police seized a pick-up van carrying more than 100 boxes of explosives near the Palakkad town area in Kerala late Wednesday night, officials said. An officer of the Palakkad Town South police station said the vehicle was found transporting over 100 boxes of gelatin sticks along with more than 20 boxes of [] The post Over 100 Boxes of Explosives Recovered from Pick-Up Van in Kerala appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 4: Lok Sabha proceedings on Wednesday were adjourned till 12 noon following vociferous protests by Opposition members over the suspension of eight MPs and related issues, highlighting escalating tensions in the Parliament during the Budget Session. As soon as the House convened, Opposition members erupted into slogans and sought to raise [] The post Opp protest stalls Lok Sabha; House adjourned amid tensions over suspended MPs appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Reasi, February 4 Large-scale illegal felling of Khair trees in the Pouni Range of Reasi Forest Division has apparently exposed the authorities. Field report by The Northlines revealed freshly cut stumps of Khair trees were concealed under soil and leaves. Talking to this reporter, locals accused forest officials of complicity [] The post Reasis Khair Forests Under Axe, Loot goes on unabated appeared first on Northlines .

Pakistan Govt is still not caring to redress the grievances of the tribals By Tirthankar Mitra Balochistan is on the boil. As gun battles and bomb attacks hit Balochistan province of Pakistan, the Sharief Government as also the Pak military which are the real rulers , are in bind. Day after day, their loss [] The post Balochistan is on boil as the rebels are controlling more areas appeared first on Northlines .

Old norms for investment have become irrelevant in new tech era By T N Ashok For generations of investors across Asia and the Indian subcontinent, the Golden Rule of wealth has been simple: when the world trembles, buy gold. But this week, that age-old wisdom faced a brutal reckoning. In a historic two-front market [] The post High Tech companies have to adjust to new market realities globally appeared first on Northlines .

Vinod ChandrashekharDixit Rape is a heinous crime that affects individuals, families, and communities worldwide, leaving deep emotional, psychological, and social scars. The punishment for rape varies significantly across jurisdictions, reflecting different legal frameworks, cultural norms, and societal values. In India, the legal framework for addressing rape is outlined in Sections 375 and 376 of the [] The post The Weight of Silence Rape, Society, and the Need for Change appeared first on No

Mohammad Hanief The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a series of urgent warnings highlighting how preventable diseases, poor nutrition and underfunded health systems are converging into a global health crisis, placing millions of lives at risk. New analyses released ahead of World Cancer Day, alongside updated guidance on school food environments and a [] The post WHO calls for action on Cancer Prevention, Child Nutrition and Emergency Care appeared first on Northlines .

By Shivanand Pandit The United States has recently announced a reduction in reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18% and has also removed the extra 25% penalty imposed because of Indias imports of Russian oil. This decision has brought major relief to Indian exporters and government officials. After almost a year of tense [] The post IndiaU.S. Trade Deal: Promise, Potential and Persistent Uncertainty appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 4: Leader of Opposition and BJP MLA Sunil Sharma on Tuesday objected to referring Rajouri and Poonch districts as part of the Pir Panjal region, asserting that no such region exists in Jammu and Kashmir, which he described as a single, undivided unit. Sharma is in the eye of a storm in [] The post J&K: LoP Sharma Objects To Referring Rajouri, Poonch As Region; Says It Was Earlier Called Chandrabhaga appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Feb 4: BJP legislators on Wednesday staged a walkout from the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, accusing Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather of bias in allowing members of the ruling party more time to speak during proceedings. The BJP members left the House despite the Speakers attempt to persuade them to remain seated, with Rather asserting [] The post BJP MLAs Walk Out Of J&K Assembly Accusing Speaker Of Bias appeared first on Northlines .

UDHAMPUR, Feb 4: Security forces on Wednesday neutralized two terrorists during a focused joint counter-terror operation in the Jophar Forest area of Basantgarh in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, the Armys White Knight Corps said. The operation, code-named Operation KIYA, was launched based on specific intelligence inputs provided by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. Troops [] The post J&K: 2 Terrorists Neutralized in Basantgarh Encounter appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Feb 4: Several MLAs from Rajouri and Poonch on Wednesday staged a dharna outside the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, demanding an apology from the Leader of Opposition (LoP) over remarks allegedly denying the existence of the Pir Panjal region. The protest followed the adjournment of the House by Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather after [] The post RajouriPoonch MLAs Protest Outside Assembly Over Pir Panjal Remarks appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Feb 3: Shab-e-Baraat, the night of forgiveness, was observed across the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday night with traditional fervour as special prayers were offered at mosques and shrines, officials said. Devotees gathered in large numbers at religious places to seek forgiveness and pray for peace, while the occasion was marked with customary rituals across [] The post Shab-e-Baraat Observed Across Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

Gujarat: A court in Gandhinagar has sentenced a private school teacher to three years and three months imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 for assaulting a Class 9 student over unfinished homework, an act that ruptured the girls eardrum and caused permanent hearing damage. The verdict, delivered by the Third Additional Chief Judicial [] The post Slap That Shattered a Students Hearing Lands Teacher in Jail appeared first on Northlines .

Amritsar: Punjab Police have dismantled an illegal arms smuggling module with the arrest of three operatives and the recovery of seven sophisticated pistols, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said on Tuesday. The arrested accused have been identified as Resham Singh alias Ghulla (30), a resident of Daleri village in Tarn Taran; Sumit alias [] The post Punjab Police Bust Arms Smuggling Racket, 3 Held appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Feb 4: Security forces are preparing to launch a final assault on two Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists holed up inside a natural cave in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, officials said on Wednesday, adding that no exchange of fire took place during the night. The terrorists were traced to the cave by joint search teams [] The post J&K: Security Forces Planning Final Assault On Holed-Up Terrorists In Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 3: In an unprecedented storm of disruptions, the Lok Sabha was adjourned multiple times and ultimately suspended eight Congress MPs for creating uproar, marking one of the most turbulent sessions in recent memory. The chaos centered around Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhis repeated attempts to quote from former Army Chief General M [] The post Lok Sabha erupts in chaos: 8 Cong MPs suspended amid ruckus over unpublished book, India-US trade deal appeared first on Northlines .

Says country needs inspirational teachers, not passive learning Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Asserting that humanitys greatest asset in future will be innovative and creative thinking, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that in this AI era, teaching isnt about rote delivery but nurturing creativity. Addressing the Inspirational Teachers Award ceremony organized by Amar Ujala Group [] The post AI era demands creative thinking over rote learning: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3: Responding to questions regarding the budget presentation, the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah declined to comment outside the House, stating that he would address all budget-related issues on the floor of the Assembly. I will say everything in the House regarding the budget, he said. On remarks allegedly made by Congress leader [] The post Congress should take up the Coordination matter with NC leadership: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Lowest narcotics seizures in 2025; opium-based drugs down nearly 90% since 2021 New Delhi, Feb 3:Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday informed the Parliament that seizure of narcotic substances in Jammu and Kashmir has declined sharply over the past five years, particularly in opium-based drugs. Data tabled in the Lok Sabha by the MHA, substantiated [] The post Drug seizures in J&K declines sharply since 2021: MHA appeared first on Northlines .

MeT predicts cloudy weather till Feb 6, light snowfall on Feb 7 Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Fresh snowfall was reported in the higher reaches of the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday, while several areas in the plains received rainfall, even as temperatures showed a marginal improvement across Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. According to the Meteorological Department, [] The post Fresh snowfall in J&K higher reaches, rain lashes plains appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will introduce two bills-one for decriminalising certain offences to further enhance trust-based governance for ease of living and doing business, and another for eliminating discrimination against leprosy-affected patients-on Wednesday in the Legislative Assembly. As per the list of business circulated by the Legislative Assembly this evening, CM Omar [] The post Omar to introduce Bills on decriminalisation, leprosy rights appeared first on Northli

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather on Monday announced that he had rejected the amendments submitted by Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Article 370, statehood, and reservation rationalisation. After the Question Hour, Lone questioned the Speaker for disallowing amendments on Article 370, Article 35A, statehood, and reservation rationalisation. [] The post Speaker disallows Lones amendments on Art 370, Statehood appeared first on Northlines .

Citing SMVDIME, Sakina Itoo backs NLU setup in Kashmir Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The demand for setting up a National Law University in Jammu echoed in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, with BJP MLAs staging protests over the issue. As soon as Question Hour began, BJP MLAs stood up and protested, demanding a Law University [] The post NLU for Jammu echoed in Assembly, Kashmiri leaders counter appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Centre on Tuesday said that three proposed railway projects in Kashmir have been put on hold following objections from locals and elected representatives. Union Railway Minister Ashwani Kumar said, There is already a railway line from Srinagar to Baramulla, and there was a demand to set up three more railway lines. [] The post After objections from farmers, MLAs, Centre halts 3 Railway projects in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 3:The Government of India on Tuesday informed Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir has made significant progress in achieving universal all-weather rural road connectivity under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, the Union Ministry of Rural Development, said, Under PMGSY-I, as many as 2,132 [] The post PMGSY-I has connected 2132 habitations in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Government of India on Monday informed the Parliament that 50 Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) have been made operational in Jammu and Kashmir since 202122 under the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme. In a written reply to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry [] The post 50 Mobile Veterinary Units operational in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said it is considering introducing a single-window, online system for registration and renewal of tourism-related establishments and for obtaining mandatory No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from multiple departments. In a written reply to a question by MLA Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed Pardesi, the Tourism Department said that [] The post J&K considers single-window online system for tourism licenses appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The government on Tuesday acknowledged that payments under the Marriage Assistance Scheme are pending for thousands of approved beneficiaries, even as it denied any inordinate delay in disbursement. In a written reply to a question tabled by legislator Javid Hassan Baig, the Social Welfare Department said that during the current financial year, [] The post Rs 70 Cr of marriage aid awaits Treasury clearance appeared first on Northlines .