Says Only be a matter of time before the entire country adopts New Delhi: Vice-President, Jagdeep Dhankhar today expressed his happiness and said that today is a very auspicious day that the state of Uttarakhand has made the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) a reality. The Vice-President presided over the inaugural programme for the fifth batch [] The post Uttarakhand has made Uniform Civil Code a reality: VP Dhankhar appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 27: The newly established Delhi-Srinagar train connectivity is set to significantly enhance the pilgrimage to Mata Vaishno Devi, with a pilgrim facilitation centre now operational at the Katra railway station for easy registration. This development, according to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Anshul Garg, is expected to [] The post Delhi-Srinagar train connectivity to boost pilgrimage to Vaishno Devi: CEO SMVDSB appeared first on Northlines

Poonch/Jammu, Jan 27: Four army personnel were injured after their vehicle skidded off the road and overturned into a ditch in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. The accident took place at Gantar Morh in Sawjian area when the troops were returning to their camp after patrolling, the officials said. Local [] The post J&K: 4 army personnel injured in Poonch accident appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jan 27: Police achieved a significant success when they seized about 15 kgs of narcotics and apprehended five individuals in separate incidents in Kashmir valley. Police on Monday said that during checking at Galander Crossing, Police party of Pampore in Pulwama district apprehended three persons travelling on a scooty along with 8.160 Kgs of [] The post 5 detained; 15 kgs of Narcotics seized in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 27: Jammu Police have arrested one hardcore criminal with contraband of heroin and pistol in Bishnah area here in the city outskirts. Police said that acting on specific inputs, a police team conducted a raid and arrested the criminal with 25 gm of heroin and a 9 mm pistol. Arrested criminal was identified [] The post J&K: Hardcore criminal arrested with heroin, pistol in Bishnah appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 27:Prominent film actor and five-time Member of Parliament, Raj Babbar, today paid a visit to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at his residence in Jammu today. The two leaders engaged in an enriching conversation, discussing a wide range of topics and sharing valuable insights. Omar Abdullah, as per news gathering agency, took to social [] The post Actor and Ex-MP Raj Babbar meets CM Omar, engages in insightful discussion on varied topics appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Department of Consumer Affairs, has announced a significant move toward achieving precision and uniformity in timekeeping across the country. The Draft Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2025, published for public consultation on January 15, are aimed at standardizing and mandating the use of Indian Standard Time (IST) across all sectors in [] The post Govt notifies draft rules for One Nation, One Time initiative to standardize time across India appeared first on Northl

Dehradun: Uttarakhand has made history by becoming the first state in India to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the UCC portal and rules on January 27, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the states journey towards social justice and equality. The UCC aims to simplify and [] The post Uttarakhand becomes 1st State in India to implement Uniform Civil Code appeared first on Northlines .

Kolkata, Jan 27: Altogether 31 CBI officers have been awarded medals for distinguished and meritorious services to mark Indias 76th Republic Day. These officers and officials of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) have been awarded the Presidents Police Medal for Distinguished Service and Police Medal for Meritorious Service by the President of India [] The post 76th Republic Day: 31 CBI officers get Presidents Medal for distinguished & meritorious service appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Daksh Malik, a Class 9 student of Noidas Shiv Nadar School, has been recognised by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for a provisional asteroid discovery, which means that the boy will get to pick a permanent name for the asteroid. The asteroid is currently named 2023 OG40, with 2023 being the [] The post 14 yrs old Noida boy picked by NASA to name asteroid he discovered appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday released the partys manifesto, titled Kejriwal ki Guarantee, ahead of the February 5 Delhi Assembly elections. Speaking at the manifesto launch, Kejriwal took a swipe at the BJP, accusing it of copying AAPs promise-based governance. We coined the term guarantee first in the country. [] The post Delhi Polls: Kejriwal announces 15 guarantees in AAP Manifesto appeared first on Northlines .

MAHAKUMBH NAGAR, Jan 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday took a dip in the Triveni Sangam here amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh. Flanked by some top seers, Shah took the dip around 1 pm. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also took a dip separately amid loud chants of mantras. The home minister earlier held [] The post Amit Shah takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: The Joint Parliamentary Committee scrutinising the Waqf (Amendment) Bill on Monday adopted all amendments proposed by the ruling BJP-led NDA members and negated every change moved by opposition members. The committee chairman Jagdambika Pal told reporters after the meeting that amendments adopted by the committee will make the law better and [] The post JPC adopts NDA amendments to Waqf Bill, Oppn accuses chair of undermining democratic process appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: India has signed a defense deal with Indonesia for the export of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles. The deal, worth 3,800 crore, is expected to bolster Indonesias military capabilities and deepen defense ties between the two nations. This makes Indonesia the second Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member to purchase this [] The post India inks Rs 3800 cr BrahMos missile deal with Indonesia appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 27: The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Monday claimed devotees were facing serious inconveniences in visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela due to the exorbitant hike in fares for flights to Prayagraj by some airlines and urged the government to take immediate steps to address the issue. Raising the issue, VHP national spokesperson [] The post Maha Kumbh: VHP flags exorbitant hike in fare for Prayagraj flights, seeks govt intervention appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Akhil Kumar Rustagi, Director & Head of Department Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, Yatharth Hospital, Greater Noida Heart disease is a leading cause of death in India, with cases rising due to factors like sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy diets, and high stress. However, advancements in medical technology, such as Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS), are [] The post Redefining Heart Care with Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery appeared first on Northlines .

Say official report yet to come, but antidote against organophosphorus worked well in patients Srinagar, Jan 27: Organophosphorus poisoning is likely behind 17 mystery deaths that occurred in the Badhaal village of Rajouri, officials said on Monday. A top doctor told news agency that they have administered an antidote atropine injection to patients [] The post Organophosphorus poisoning likely behind 17 deaths in Rajouris Badhal: Docs appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jan 27: Celebrated Kashmiri theatre artist and filmmaker Mushtaaque Ali was among those who were conferred the prestigious state award by the Jammu and Kashmir government. The awards announced on the eve of Republic Day honoured 53 individuals excelling in bravery, literature, performing arts, social reforms, public service, sports, media, and lifetime achievements. [] The post Kashmiri artist Mushtaaque Ali honoured with prestigious J&K State award appeared first on Northlines .

CHANDIGARH, Jan 27: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday condemned the attempt to damage a statue of B R Ambedkar in Amritsar, and said strict action will be taken in the matter. Police on Sunday arrested a man hailing from Moga district of Punjab, who allegedly attempted to damage the statue of Ambedkar at [] The post Punjab CM condemns attempt to vandalize Ambedkars statue in Amritsar appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jan 27: An Intense cold wave again gripped Kashmir on Monday as the minimum temperature dropped several notches below the freezing point while pleasant weather continued in the plains of J&Ks Jammu division. The Meteorological (MeT) department officials said that the minimum temperature was minus 5.5 degrees Celsius in Srinagar city while it was [] The post Intense cold wave returns in Kashmir; Srinagar records minus 5.5 degrees Celsius appeared first on Northlines .

Baramulla, Jan 26: On Indias 76th Republic Day, the Indian Army unfurled the national flag in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla district, marking a significant moment of patriotism and pride. The ceremony was part of nationwide celebrations as the country comes together to honor the Constitution and democratic values. In the capital, [] The post 76th Republic Day: Army unfurls National Flag in J&Ks Uri Sector appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 26: A Pakistani intruder was apprehended after crossing the Line of Control (LoC) into Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday night, officials confirmed on Sunday. The intruder, identified as Mohammad Yasir Faiz, a resident of Tetrinote village in Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK), was arrested near Salotri border village around 11:30 [] The post J&K: Pak intruder apprehended along LoC in Poonch appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jan 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi donned a vibrant yellow and red striped safa for his Republic Day look on Sunday, completing the outfit with a brown bandhgala jacket and pocket square. For the 76th Republic Day celebrations, Modi paired his traditional white kurta-pyjama with a turban that featured a long veil. [] The post 76th R-Day: PM Modi wears yellow and red striped Safa with long veil, brown jacket appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 26: A bomb threat that prompted a thorough search at the main Republic Day venue in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday turned out to be a hoax, officials confirmed. The threat, received via email late Saturday, led to the deployment of multiple bomb disposal teams and a night-long search at M.A. Stadium, the [] The post Bomb threat at Jammus Republic Day venue turns out to be hoax appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 26: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday unfurled the national flag at Kartavya Path on the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, followed by the national anthem with a thunderous 21-gun salute using 105-mm Light Field Guns, an indigenous weapon system. President of India and her Indonesian counterpart, President Prabowo Subianto, who is [] The post 76th Republic Day: Prez Murmu unfurls tri-colour at Kartavya Path appeared first on Northlines .

Witnesses Major Infrastructure & Connectivity Boost; Industrial Growth & Employment Generation Jammu Tawi, Jan 25: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said the local economy has recorded a growth rate of 9.5 per cent, while the GSDP is estimated at Rs 2.45 lakh crore for 2023-24, up from Rs 2.20 lakh crore in 2022-23. Addressing [] The post J&K economy records 9.5 pc growth, GSDP at Rs 2.45 lakh Cr: LG appeared first on Northlines .

LG Sinha to take salute in Jammu, CM Omar will attend as Chief Guest Drones, spotters part of enhanced security plan; anyone can attend, no passes needed Jammu, Jan 25: Jammu and Kashmir regions are all set to celebrate 76th Republic Day on Sunday amid heightened security arrangements. Stringent security measures have been put in [] The post J&K to celebrate 76th Republic Day amid heightened security appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 25: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Saturday announced two Padma Vibhushan awards for Jammu and Kashmir in the fields of Art and Literature & Education, ahead of Republic Day 2025. Farooq Ahmad Mir has been recognized in the field of Art, and Lalit Kumar Mangotra in the field of Literature and [] The post J&K bags two Padma Vibhushan Awards appeared first on Northlines .

FSL reports at PGI Chandigarh likely to bring clarity in 4 days: Official Srinagar, Jan 25: The uncertainty and fear continues among the public in Badhaal area of Rajouri as the authorities are yet to ascertain the reasons behind 17 deaths in the hamlet in the last 50 days. Officials said that all 14 patients [] The post Mysterious deaths remain unsolved for 50 days appeared first on Northlines .

PMs dream of connecting Kashmir with rest of country comes true: CAM Railways Srinagar, Jan 25: The trial run of the first Vande Bharat Express train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Railway Station Katra, to Budgam has been successfully completed, railway officials said. Officials informed that the trial run of the Vande Bharat Express train [] The post Train to Kashmir: Trial Vande Bharat Express reaches Srinagar station appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jan 25: Amid indications that the National Conference (NC) is fielding its senior leader Nasir Aslam Wani from the Budgam Assembly segment, he, along with Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, on Saturday reached out to Member of Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi in an apparent move to mollify him. In a sudden move, Chief Minister [] The post J&K Bye-Polls: NC likely to field Nasir Wani from Budgam, Dy CM reaches to MP Ruhullah appeared first on Northlines .

Nitish Kumar, Anand Jain among awardees Srinagar, Jan 25: Jammu & Kashmir Police personnel have been honored with 27 awards on the occasion of Republic Day 2025, including 15 Gallantry Medals, two Presidents Medals for Distinguished Service, and 10 Medals for Meritorious Service. Among the recipients are Anand Jain, Additional Director General; Nitish Kumar, CID [] The post 15 Gallantry medals among 27 awards for JK Police on R-Day appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jan 25: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday ordered the postponement of holiday on the account of Shab-i-Miraj from January 27 to January 28 (Tuesday). The announcement in this regard was made through an order issued by Commissioner Secretary to the Government, M Raju. In partial modification of Government Order No. 2193 JK(GAD) [] The post Govt postpones Shab-i-Miraj holiday to Jan 28 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 25: On the eve of 76th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved Gallantry awards to 93 Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces personnel, including 11 posthumous. The awards include two Kirti Chakras, including one posthumous; 14 Shaurya Chakras, including three posthumous; one Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry); 66 Sena [] The post President Murmu approves Gallantry awards to 93 Armed & CAP forces personnel; 11 posthumous appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 25: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said that the economic growth had remained persistently high in the recent years, which had created job opportunities for the youth and reiterated that the bold and far-sighted economic reforms will sustain this trend in the years to come. Addressing the nation on the eve of [] The post Economic growth created job opportunities for youth: President Murmu appeared first on Northlines .

If you wish to be a success in the world, promise everything, deliver nothing,Napoleon Bonaparte They promised to build bridges even when there were no rivers. Yet they feel they have done nothing wrong. For them people who remind those promises they made are wrong, prejudiced, fallacious and spreading negativity against them. Surely it is [] The post Delinquency, betrayal & waning reputation rules infatuation phase of NC government? appeared first on Northlines .

The alarming rise in cancer cases in Jammu and Kashmir is a matter of grave concern, yet the government has done little to address this growing health crisis. With over 12,000 new cancer cases reported annually and a 10-12 per cent increase each year, the situation is worsening. Between 2019 and 2022 alone, more than [] The post Cancer Crisis in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jan 25: Voters should have the resolve to rise above narrowmindedness, discrimination and inducements while exercising their franchise, besides having faith in democracy, President Droupadi Murmu said on Saturday. Enlightened voters make democracy stronger, she asserted while addressing a 15th National Voters Day event in the national capital. Delivering her address in the [] The post Voters should rise above discrimination, allurements: Prez Murmu appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: In his petition to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Raman Sharma sought the statutory bodys intervention to ensure justice, relief and proactive measures to safeguard the rights and dignity of citizens in vulnerable areas. Seventeen people, including 13 children, died under mysterious circumstances in Badhaal village between December 7 and January 19. [] The post NHRC admits petition on mysterious deaths in J&Ks Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 25: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that the youth was the future heroes of India and they will play a major role in making India Viksit Bharat by 2047. Explaining the true meaning of a hero, Singh asserted that a hero works for the upliftment of the nation, whose [] The post Youth will play major role in making India Viksit Bharat by 2047: DM Rajnath appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Rohit Sharmas Ranji Trophy comeback witnessed a shock defeat for Mumbai at the hands of Jammu & Kashmir in an Elite Group A match. Having been set a target of 205, Jammu and Kashmir were 112/1, but then fell to 159/5, before the pairing of Abid Mushtaq and Kanhaiya Wadhavan took the team [] The post Ranji trophy: J&K drubs mighty Mumbai by 5 wickets appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Govt. Degree College Paloura celebrated the 15th National Voters Day with the aim of promoting informed and ethical voting among the masses. The event commenced with the administration of a pledge to the college students, emphasizing the importance of responsible voting. Following the pledge, NSS volunteers, along with NSS Programme Officer Dr. Shivani [] The post GDC Paloura celebrates National Voters Day appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, JANUARY 25: On the eve of the 15th National Voters Day today an oath-taking ceremony was held at Civil Secretariat here in which Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo administered oath to the officers and officials including the Administrative Secretaries of the UT. The officials vowed that they being citizens of India take oath on keeping [] The post CS administers oath to Officers on 15th National Voters Day appeared first on Northlines .

Dubai, Jan 25: Star opener Smriti Mandhana, wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh and all-rounder Deepti Sharma were on Saturday named in the ICC Womens T20I Team of Year 2024 which was dominated by the Indians. Besides the three Indians, the ICC team has two South Africans, and one player each from Sri Lanka, England, West Indies, Australia, [] The post Mandhana, Richa, Deepti included in ICC Womens T20I team of the year appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 25: The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister has now got an official handle on popular microblogging website X, his office said on Saturday. Official announcement. We are delighted to share that the office of the Honble Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir is now officially on X! Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs office, using [] The post J-K CM Omar gets Official X Handle appeared first on Northlines .

MENDHAR/POONCH, Jan 25: A record room at Mendhar sub-district hospital complex in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district was damaged in a fire on Saturday, officials said. The fire broke out in the record room inside an old building around 9 am, but timely intervention of hospital staff, fire and emergency services personnel, Army, police and [] The post J&K: Fire damages record room at SDH Mendhar appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jan 25: The trial run of the first Vande Bharat Express train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Railway Station, Katra, to Budgam has been successfully completed, railway officials said. Officials said that one-way trial run of the Vande Bharat Express train was completed today. The train arrived in the Jammu Division on Friday and [] The post Vande Bharat Express trial run successfully completed from Katra to Budgam appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 25: Security forces early morning on Saturday launched a massive search operation after suspected terrorists and Army troops exchanged firing in the forest area of Billawar in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir. Official sources here said terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations during midnight on Friday reportedly fired upon Army camp in [] The post Suspected terrorists, Army troops exchange firing in J&Ks Billawar appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: A total of 28 personnel from Jammu & Kashmir have been recognized among 942 police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional services personnel across the country for their exemplary service and gallantry. The awards were announced on the occasion of Republic Day 2025. According to a press release from the Ministry of [] The post Republic Day: 28 JKP personnel among 942 awarded Gallantry, Service medals appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 25L: Late DySP Himayun Muzamil, IGP Vijay Kumar, SSPs Rakesh Balwal, Iftkhar Talib are among the 15 police officers from Jammu and Kashmir who have been awarded the Presidents Medal for Gallantry on Republic Day. check list here: doc2025125489501 The post IGP Vijay, SSP Rakesh Balwal, late DySP Himayun Muzamil, among 15 receive Presidents Medal for Gallantry appeared first on Northlines .