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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 .

Financial Times sees it as Modi Govts attempt to shield the economy from trade storms By T N Ashok Indias Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled her ninth budget on February 1 , a fiscal blueprint designed to sustain the worlds fastest-growing major economy at 6.5% even as Donald Trumps tariff threats and global economic [] The post Indias 2026-27 Budget gets cautious welcome for maturity from western media appeared first on Northlines .

General Ming Aung Hiang may take over as President in March this year By Tirthankar Mitra Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), the military junta backed party won the Myanmar elections in what is widely perceived to be a sham victory. Pointers of democratic irregularity do not make the three phase elections be free [] The post Myanmar Junta backed party USDP announces victory in rigged elections appeared first on Northlines .

A bilateral trade deal is a serious affair; it is not done through phone By Anjan Roy If a trade deal between two large countries could be announced immediately after a phone call from a president to a prime minister, then such a deal could at best be described as phoney. Alternatively, there [] The post Is India-US trade deal a reality or it is another Trumpian Trick? appeared first on Northlines .

By Girdhari Lal Raina The Union Budget 202627, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a decisive shift from incrementalism to long-term nation-building. Rooted in the vision of Viksit Bharat, the Budget is unmistakably Yuva Shaktidriven, capacity-focused, and technology-led. It recognises that Indias greatest strategic asset over the next quarter century is not merely [] The post Union Budget 202627: A Moment for Jammu & Kashmir to Invest in Its Youth appeared first on Northlin

It is unfortunate that despite the government taking a number of steps to curb the corruption, this scourge continues to remain as a big problem in J&K with new cases of corruption coming to fore every now and then. In this regard, two more cases of corruption have hogged the headlines whereby two government officials [] The post Corruption rampant, deep rooted appeared first on Northlines .

Er. Prabhat Kishore The practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has been going on for more than thousands of years. It is the ritual procedure of partial or complete removal of the external female genitalia or other injuries to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. It is also called Khatna in local dialect. [] The post Female Genital Mutilation : Violation of Womens Human Rights appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 3: An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in a remote forest area of Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, officials said. The gunfight started during a joint search operation by the police and the Army in the Jaffer forest area of Ramnagar after contact was established with the [] The post J&K: Encounter Breaks Out in Udhampur Forest appeared first on Northlines .

Expecting a baby changes how people think about health cover almost overnight. Appointments increase. Hospital decisions feel more important. Costs that once seemed manageable suddenly need careful planning. At this stage, many families begin to look closely at maternity insurance as part of their overall health insurance arrangement, not because they want extra features, but [] The post Expecting a Baby? These Insurers Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Maternity Cover appeared first on

Srinagar, Feb 3: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has registered a case against two individuals for allegedly securing admission to the MBBS Course2023 at SKIMS Soura, Srinagar, by using fake and forged documents, officials said on Tuesday. According to officials, the case was initiated following information from a credible [] The post J&K: Two booked for securing MBBS admission in SKIMS using fake documents appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The first lunar eclipse of 2026, popularly known as the Blood Moon, is just a month away and is set to be visible across large parts of India on March 2, exciting space and astronomy enthusiasts. According to available details, the total lunar eclipse will begin at 3:22 pm IST and conclude at [] The post Lunar Eclipse 2026: When and Where to Watch in India appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: India on Monday rejected the International Court of Arbitrations supplemental award on the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that it is no longer bound by obligations under the Indus Waters Treaty, which it said is currently in abeyance. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that with the [] The post India rejects Indus Waters Treaty order, calls arbitration courts decision illegal appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 3: The Supreme Court on Tuesday pulled up WhatsApp and its parent company Meta over concerns related to user data sharing, asserting that citizens right to privacy cannot be compromised in the name of technology or business practices. You cant play with the right to privacy of citizens of this country in [] The post SC Raps WhatsApp, Meta Over Data Sharing; Says Wont Allow Violation of Citizens Privacy appeared first on Northlines .

Reasi, Feb 3: Two youth lost their lives early Tuesday morning after the vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road and plunged into a deep gorge in the Dharangli Tote area of Reasi district, officials said. The deceased were identified as Mannu, son of Rattan Singh, and Jagdev Singh, son of Balwan Singh, [] The post J&K: Two Killed as Vehicle Plunges Into Gorge in Reasi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 3: Members of the National Conference (NC) on Tuesday staged a dharna outside the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, pressing for the restoration of statehood and an end to the alleged harassment of Kashmiris in different parts of the country. Ahead of the Assembly session, NC legislators gathered outside the complex carrying placards reading [] The post NC MLAs Protest Outside J&K Assembly, Demand Statehood Restoration and Protection of Kashmiris appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Tuesday witnessed noisy scenes after opposition BJP members raised a demand for establishing a National Law University (NLU) in Jammu, while National Conference (NC) and PDP legislators sought discussion on alleged incidents of harassment of Kashmiris outside the Union Territory. Despite the uproar, Speaker Abdul Rahim [] The post Uproar in J&K Assembly as BJP Demands Law University for Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 3: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday conducted a search at the residence of a suspect in the Rainawari area of Srinagar as part of its ongoing investigation into the terror ecosystem operating in the Kashmir Valley, officials said. The early-morning search was carried out at a residential house located in the [] The post J&K: NIA Raids Suspects House In Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .

Washington/New Delhi, Feb 02 The United States on Monday announced a sharp cut in tariffs on Indian goods, lowering duties to 18% from as high as 50%, in what both sides described as a breakthrough trade understanding between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move follows a phone conversation between the [] The post US cuts tariffs on India to 18% appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2:The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) on Monday announced annual regular results of 11th standard with at least 83 percent qualifying the exams. JKBOSE officials informed that 83 percent of students qualify the exams. The board official also said that the pass percentage of girls is 86 percent and [] The post JKBOSE declares Class-11 results, 83% qualify exams appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2:The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Jammu on Monday registered an FIR against a Patwari from Udhampur for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 17,000 to allow construction work, officials said. They said the complaint, filed by a citizen who had complied with all rules, prompted a discreet verification by the ACB, [] The post FIR against Udhampur Patwari for demanding bribe appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the true identity of a nation is reflected in the thinking, conduct, and mutual trust of its citizens, asserting that youth play a central role in shaping these values. Addressing NCC cadets of the NCC Directorate Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh who recently returned [] The post Nations identity rooted in youths values, trust: LG appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the government remains committed to addressing challenges related to unemployment, infrastructure gaps, and social welfare in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing Members of the Legislative Assembly in the Central Hall of the Assembly complex, the LG said that during its first year in office, the [] The post Govt committed to jobs, infrastructure, social welfare: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2:Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Monday termed the Lieutenant Governors address, which he said reflected the ruling NC governments policies and vision, as disappointing. Sharma, while talking to the reporters, said The document prepared by the NC government and read by the Lieutenant Governor lacked vision, roadmap and commitment towards key [] The post LGs address reflected NC Govts disappointing policies: LoP Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a joint meeting of legislators from National Conference and its allies here, ahead of the presentation of his governments budget later this week. Senior CPI (M) leader and MLA M Y Tarigami could not attend the meeting as he was indisposed, while the Congress [] The post CM chairs joint meeting of coalition partners, Cong says no rift with NC appeared first on Northlines .

People want solutions, not disruptions Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Monday called for cooperation from all members to ensure the smooth conduct of the Budget session, urging them to maintain dignity and avoid unnecessary confrontations while expressing differing views, adding that he will not tolerate indiscipline in the House. Speaking [] The post Speaker warns MLAs against indiscipline, seeks cooperation, assures adequate time appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: The Northern Railways Jammu division has decided to operate an additional pair of special trains between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar over the next two days for the benefit of travellers and tourists visiting snow-bound Kashmir, officials said on Monday. The special reserved trains will operate on Shri Mata [] The post J&K Special trains to run between Katra-Srinagar to ease passenger rush appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 2: The Indian Newspaper Society (INS) on Monday condemned the recent summoning of journalists by the Jammu and Kashmir police for their routine, fact-based reporting. Summoning journalists for routine, fact-based reporting not only undermines their constitutional right to freedom of speech and expression, but creates a chilling effect on independent journalism, the [] The post INS condemns summoning of journalists by J&K Police appeared first on Northlines .

Congress keeps distance from Omar Abdullah-led government as Rajya Sabha seat row and trust deficit deepen fault lines Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 02:The differences between the coalition partners the National Conference (NC) and the Congress have deepened further, with the strain now spilling into the open. In what is being seen as [] The post Cracks widen in NCCongress Alliance: Lone MLA at CMs coalition meet sends strong signal appeared first on Northlines .