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New Delhi, Nov 9: Gold futures prices on Monday surged by Rs 1,801 to Rs 1,44,353 per 10 grams, registering a gain of 1.26 per cent on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), driven by firm spot demand and fresh buying by speculators. The December delivery contract traded at Rs 1,44,353 per 10 grams, with a [] The post Gold Futures Surge Rs 1,801 to Rs 1.44 Lakh on Firm Spot Demand appeared first on Northlines .

Accuses party leadership of collective betrayal Srinagar: Striking a defiant note ahead of his scheduled resignation, estranged National Conference (NC) Lok Sabha MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has launched a scathing attack on the party leadership, accusing it of a collective betrayal of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and abandoning the fight for the [] The post Ruhullah firm on Nov 3 exit from NC appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Oct 19: The government has asked Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, to review its recommendation algorithms to prevent users from being disproportionately exposed to a single or limited set of narratives and curb the amplification of misleading or out-of-context content that could trigger public confusion, violence or disorder. In an advisory dated [] The post Govt Warns Meta Against Exposing Users to Limited Narratives appeared first on Northlines .

LAHORE, Oct 18: Muhammad Sarwar, a senior Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative designated a Specially Designated Global Terrorist by the US Treasury Department in 2016, died in Pakistans Lahore on Sunday under circumstances that have not been officially clarified. Sarwar, president of the Punjab chapter of Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML), collapsed while reportedly on his way [] The post US-Designated Lashkar-e-Taiba Operative Muhammad Sarwar Dies in Lahore appeared first on Northlines .

LEH: In a historic milestone for the administration of justice in the Union Territory of Ladakh, Justice Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India, on Sunday inaugurated the newly established Ladakh Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Melongthang, Leh. The establishment of the Bench marks a significant step towards bringing [] The post CJI Justice inaugurates Ladakh Bench of High Court in Leh appeared first on Northlines .

Omar seeks stringent action over attack on J&K-bound bus KARNAL: Two men have been rounded up for allegedly throwing stones at a Jammu and Kashmir-bound bus following a dispute in Haryanas Karnal district, leaving a passenger and a dhaba employee injured, police said on Sunday. The incident drew a reaction from Jammu and Kashmir [] The post Two rounded up for stone-pelting on J&K-bound bus in Karnal appeared first on Northlines .

LEH: A 30-year-old critically ill civilian patient was airlifted from Leh to Delhi in a C-130J aircraft, with the mission being carried out by the IAF in darkness and challenging weather conditions, officials said on Sunday. The evacuation mission required a high degree of operational preparedness, professional coordination and timely execution, they said. [] The post IAF Airlifts critically ill patient from Leh to Delhi appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: State-run oil marketing companies have barred ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses from their latest procurement tender for the 2026-27 supply year for blending in petrol, as the government seeks to protect domestic sugar supplies while sustaining its nationwide petrol-blending programme. The tender, issued on October 16 by Bharat [] The post India bars Sugarcane-based Ethanol in 2026-27 Petrol blending tender appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU: Two persons are feared drowned after allegedly jumping into the Chenab in Doda and Ramban districts on Sunday, officials said. Rescue operations are underway to trace the missing persons, they said. Officials said a 30-year-old woman, identified as Priya resident of Balwana village and mother of two minor children allegedly jumped into [] The post Two feared drowned after jumping into Chenab in Doda, Ramban appeared first on Northlines .

MUMBAI: Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt after gunmen opened fire at him in Juhu area of Mumbai on Sunday evening, police said. His driver and another driver of an autorickshaw were injured in the incident, police said, adding that 15 teams have been formed to investigate the incident from various angles. The incident took [] The post Tiger Shroff escapes unhurt after Gunfire in Mumbais Juhu appeared first on Northlines .

Education must remain a public good, not a commercial arrangement that places an unnecessary financial burden on families. Education Ministers warning against private schools compelling parents to purchase books, uniforms and other educational materials from designated vendors is a timely reminder that institutional autonomy cannot come at the cost of parental choice. For [] The post Education without compulsion appeared first on Northlines .

by Dr. A. Adityanjee Everyone heaved a sigh of relief on October 13th, 2026, when Saudi Arabias Supreme Court, on appeal, set aside the Shariah court death sentence handed to Anojan Sivarasa, a Sri Lankan Tamil, Hindu expatriate engineer over a Facebook comment. Anojan Sivarasa, a 24-year-old Sri Lankan citizen, originally comes from Narpittimunai, [] The post Provocation, Entrapment, Persecution & Blasphemy with Saudi Arabian Characteristics appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Oct 18: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has abolished two temporarily created posts of Principal Chief Conservators of Forests (PCCFs) in Jammu and Kashmir with effect from August 1, 2026. The abolished posts comprise one cadre post and one ex-cadre post. The decision was taken on the recommendation of the [] The post Centre Abolishes Two PCCF Posts in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Hundreds of govt vehicles set to worsen traffic scenario Monthly duty roster for ministers & Admn Secys on anvil JAMMU Tawi, Oct 17: The government offices falling under the Darbar Movemost notably Lok Bhavan, the Chief Ministers Office, the Civil Secretariat, and Police Headquarterswill reopen in Jammu, the winter capital of the Union Territory (UT) [] The post VIP culture to add woes to Jammuites from Nov 2 onwards appeared first on Northlines .

Budgam, Oct 17: Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Saturday said the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir remains a crucial issue, asserting that the resolution passed by the Legislative Assembly reflects the collective will of the elected representatives of the people. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a workers convention held at [] The post Centre should respect J&K Assemblys statehood resolution: Speaker appeared first on Northlines .

Proposal to set up centre cleared in 2016 Jammu Tawi, Oct 17: The proposal to establish a Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) learning centre in Jammu & Kashmir continues to remain in limbo despite its approval way back in 2016 by the Union Government. Documents in possession of news agency, reveal that [] The post CIPET Centre in J&K stuck over land allotment appeared first on Northlines .

The sight of children absorbed in mobile phones, tablets and television screens has become commonplace in homes, schools, restaurants and public spaces. What was once considered a source of entertainment or a tool for learning has gradually become an inseparable part of childhood. While digital technology offers undeniable benefits, excessive screen time is increasingly raising [] The post Childhood Beyond the Screen appeared first on Northlines .

KASARAGOD, Oct 17: A court in Kasaragod on Saturday acquitted 21 BJP-RSS workers accused of murdering Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) activist Zainul Abid in 2014, observing that the prosecution had failed to prove the charges against them. Additional District and Sessions Court Judge Achindya Raj Unni pronounced the verdict, acquitting all 21 accused [] The post Court Acquits 21 BJP-RSS Workers in 2014 Kerala Murder Case appeared first on Northlines .

By Ashraf Hussain Katoch For decades, the progress of a child in our government schools has been judged by a single sheet of paper: the report card. A few numbers, a percentage, a rank1st, 2nd or 3rd. This system told us how much a child had memorised in three hours, but it never told [] The post What is HPC and why is the school education department implementing it? A paradigm shift beyond marks appeared first on Northlines .

by Dr. Priyanka Saurabh Wildlife is not just a countrys natural wealth; it is also a vital link in its ecosystem. Forests, grasslands, wetlands, rivers, and marine ecosystems can remain balanced only when the diverse species inhabiting them are protected. India is among the worlds most important countries in terms of biodiversity. It is home [] The post Wildlife Conservation: Securing the Future with Nature appeared first on Northlines .

Trump led Republicans launch fierce campaign to get last minute mileage By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers WASHINGTON: Three weeks before November 3, American voters are not waiting for Election Day. In the states reporting, they are returning ballots at a pace well ahead of the last midterm, and the partisan lean of those ballots [] The post Early voting trends in select states are favouring Democrats in mid-term appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. Ashaq Hussain India has always been a land of diversity, where different languages, cultures, customs, faiths and ways of life have lived side by side. For generations, this diversity was supported by a simple but powerful principle: Jiyo Aur Jeene Do live and let others live.It reflected an understanding that people do [] The post Jiyo Aur Jeene Do: A Forgotten Wisdom for an Intolerant Age appeared first on Northlines .

Extraordinary failure has led to a lot of legal questions By T N Ashok NEW YORK: At approximately 8:48 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, inside the execution chamber at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville, Tennessee, the State of Tennessee attempted to do what it had spent years preparing to do: end the [] The post The final hour: Inside the failed execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee appeared first on Northlines .

Aviation circles question how an Omani pilot was allowed for Tel-Avic flight By Anjan Roy Aviation circles in the West have started questioning how an Omani citizen could have been cleared for a flight from UAEs Dubai to Tel Aviv in Israel. The possible 9/11 type of crash would have been the result [] The post The Fly-Dubai Aircraft landing safely could be considered a miracle appeared first on Northlines .

Omkar Dattatray Contentment is one of the greatest treasures a human being can possess. It is not measured by wealth, fame, or material possessions, but by the peace of mind and satisfaction one experiences from within. A contented life does not mean the absence of ambition or challenges; rather, it means finding joy, gratitude, and [] The post The Contentment Reset Small Shifts for Lasting Peace appeared first on Northlines .

BJP legislators protest over power tariff hike, dailywagers, storm into Well NC Congress counters with statehood slogans Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: The autumn session of the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly began on Monday with noisy scenes as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators staged protests over power tariff hike and the regularization of dailywagers. As soon [] The post Ruckus on opening day of J&K Assembly appeared first on Northlines .

403 roads, bridges proposed restoration at Rs 185 Cr; Rajouri power infra suffered Rs 27.99-Cr damage Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has disbursed around Rs 3.22 crore in relief among families affected by recent flash floods and landslides in Rajouri, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah informed the Legislative Assembly on Monday. He [] The post Rs 3.22-Cr relief disbursed to Rajouri flood, landslide-hit families: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: Asking farmers to embrace Millet cultivation as a pathway to self-reliance and resilience against climate change, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that it (Millet cultivation) would boost the confidence of marginal farmers in Jammu Kashmir and will also help in reducing risks associated with farming. After inaugurating the National [] The post Embrace Millet cultivation to fight climate change: LG to farmers appeared first on Northlines .

Govt outlines measures for time-bound recruitment Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that 40,672 posts are vacant under the direct recruitment quota across various departments in the Union Territory. While responding to MLA Sajad Gani Lone and Irfan Hafiz Lones queries, the government stated that the vacancies [] The post 40,672 posts vacant across deptt: Govt informs LA appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: The House Committee of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, constituted to examine alleged irregularities in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), has flagged widespread administrative, technical and executionrelated lapses in the programme and recommended a series of measures including highlevel inquiries and comprehensive physical and financial audits of [] The post JJM implementation: House Panel recommends highlevel inquiries into irregularities appea

Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: The Jammu & Kashmir Government will tomorrow move a resolution in the Legislative Assembly seeking amendments to the Right to Education Act to exempt teachers from the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET). As per the list of business circulated by the Assembly Secretariat, the resolution unanimously urges the Union Government to make [] The post Govt to move resolution today seeking TET exemption appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: Lieutenant General Mohit Seth will take over as the General-Officer-Commanding (GOC) of the strategically important White Knight Corps, also known as XVI Corps, at Nagrota in Jammu on October 1. According to the details available, Lieutenant General Seth will succeed Lieutenant General P K Mishra, who will move to a new [] The post Lt Gen Mohit Seth to take over as GOC 16 Corps on Oct 1 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday informed the House that it is examining a uniform framework for the regularisation of temporary workers, including daily-rated workers, casual and seasonal labourers, and other contractual and need-based employees engaged across departments. In a written response to a question raised by MLA Irfan Hafiz [] The post Examining uniform framework for regularization of temporary, daily-rated workers: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 21: The Jammu and Kashmir government has dismissed a Teacher Grade-II from service, citing a case registered against him under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. According to a government order, the Government said it was satisfied, after considering [] The post Govt dismisses POCSO accused teacher at Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .

Swachhta Hi Seva: Sep. 17- Oct. 02 Dr. Parveen Kumar* Inspired by Honble Prime Minister of the nation Sh. Narendra Modis vision of a clean and healthy India, the fifteen days long Swachhta Pakhwada is going on in the country with the active participation and cooperation of all.. The dates of Pakhwada which [] The post Clean India: Developed India appeared first on Northlines .

Bloc should focus on facing climate change, energy needs together By Kalyani Shankar Following last weeks significant BRICS summit in Delhi, what are the next steps? The summit produced several recommendations that could help advance the BRICS agenda. It has positioned India to play a proactive role in shaping global governance, and the Modi [] The post Trade Agreements and Economic partnerships must strengthen BRICS appeared first on Northlines .

Why ignore Greenhouse-Gas emissions from arms race and warfare? By Dr Arun Mitra Forest fires across different parts of Europe, devastating heat waves in many western countries, growing concern over El Nio & similar phenomena and the rapid melting of glaciers are alarming indicators of a planet under severe stress. The formation of large glacial [] The post Triple whammy: Ongoing wars, nuclear threats worsen climate crisis appeared first on Northlines .

Today it has become nearly impossible to carry out daily chores without mobile phones, internet banking, UPI, online shopping and other digital services as digital technology has become a vital part of our daily life. These services have made life easier, faster and more convenient, but with the comfort new risks have also appeared making [] The post Cyber security begins with awareness appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 6: India on Sunday said any UN-initiated proposed world map must depict the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh in accordance with Indias official map, asserting that any inaccurate or misleading representation of the countrys territory would be unacceptable. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Indias position on its [] The post UN-Backed World Map Must Show J&K, Ladakh As Per Indias Official Map: MEA appeared first on Northlines .

KATHMANDU, Sep 6: The death toll from devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen to 1,344, while around 5,000 people, including nearly 590 foreign nationals, remain missing, even as rescue and relief operations continue across the affected areas. More than 13,100 people have been rescued so far, with authorities facing major challenges in identifying the [] The post Nepal Flash Flood Death Toll Rises To 1,344; 5,000 Still Missing appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 5: The Centre on Saturday appointed chief justices to eight high courts, days after the Supreme Court Collegium recommended their names, including Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati as the Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal announced the appointments in a post on X. [] The post Eight High Courts Get New Chief Justices appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 6: The Indian and Chinese armies are scheduled to hold their first Corps Commander-level meeting in the eastern sector at the Wacha-Damai border meeting point in Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday, amid continuing issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The meeting, scheduled for September 6, will be held at the Wacha [] The post India, China Set For First Corps Commander-Level Talks In Arunachal Today appeared first on Northlines .

JAIPUR, Sep 6: Nearly one in four accounts opened under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is inoperative, while 5.72 crore accounts have zero balance, according to data provided by the Department of Financial Services in response to an RTI application. As of August 12, 2026, more than 59 crore PMJDY accounts were holding [] The post One In Four Jan Dhan Accounts Inoperative, 5.72 Crore Have Zero Balance: RTI appeared first on Northlines .

Rs 96 lakh prize purse, over 300 delegates to attend Srinagar, Sep 05:A film fever is set to sweep across Kashmir from Monday, with the maiden International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026 bringing 135 films from over 40 countries to the Union Territory from September 7 to 10 under the theme [] The post IFFJK-2026 to screen 135 films from 40 countries appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, September 5: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Jammu has filed a supplementary charge-sheet before the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Reasi, in an alleged government treasury fraud involving the misappropriation and diversion of Rs 1.38 crore from Sub-Treasury Dharmari. The case pertains to alleged manipulation of the Treasury-Net system [] The post Charge-sheet filed in Rs 1.38 Cr Treasury Fraud appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 05:The UT Level Joint Coordination Committee of NHM Employees of Jammu & Kashmir on Saturday said that the forum has decided to observe a 72-hour strike from September 9 onwards in support of their long-pending demands. A spokesman of the committee, according to the news agency, said that the decision was taken after [] The post NHM employees announce 72-hrs strike from Sept 9 appeared first on Northlines .

Involved in IAF convoy ambush at Poonch, Sonamarg killings and Bota Pathri attack; hunt on for 2ndterrorist Naveed Ul Haq Ganaie Budgam, Sep 05 (KNO):Terrorist killed during a joint operation in the higher reaches of Yusmarg in Central Kashmirs Budgam district has been identified as Yasir, a Pakistani national, affiliated with the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), [] The post Pakistani LeT terrorist killed, linked to 3 major terror attacks appeared first on Northlines .

Kishtwar, Sep05:Two persons were killed after an oil tanker skidded off the road and overturned in the Pathimhal area of Palmar in Kishtwar district on Saturday, officials said. A senior police officer told the news agency that the accident occurred when the tanker was travelling through the area and apparently lost control, skidding off the [] The post 2 killed as oil tanker overturns in Kishtwar appeared first on Northlines .