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Jammu, Mar 10: Security forces launched a search operation on Tuesday following reports of suspected Pakistani drone activity along the International Border in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The movement of a suspected enemy drone was detected over the Daboh area late Monday night, prompting security forces to take countermeasures. Additional [] The post J&K: Security Forces Launch Search After Suspected Drone Sighting in Samba appeared first on Northlines .

Over 30,000 enumerators, supervisors to cover 6,462 villages, 78 towns in two-phases Jammu Tawi: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, in presence of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Mritunjay Kumar Narayan, today chaired a high-level sensitisation session to review and strengthen preparations for the upcoming Census, 2027 which will be conducted digitally for [] The post Census Comm sensitize JK officials on digital Census-2027 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Government of India on Monday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir generates around 665 million litres per day (MLD) of sewage, while the installed sewage treatment capacity in the Union Territory stands at 218 MLD. In a written reply to an unstarred question, Minister of State for Environment, Forest and [] The post J&K generates daily 665 million Ltr of sewerage: GoI informs LS appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi:The Embassy of India in Tehran has issued an important advisory for Indian nationals currently residing in Iran, urging them not to approach any of the countrys land borders for travel outside Iran without prior coordination with the mission. In the advisory accessed by the news agency, the embassy said any movement toward land [] The post India issues critical travel advisory for nationals in Iran appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi:A soldier went missing during a river crossing training exercise in the Sunderbani area of Rajouri district on Monday, officials said. In a post on X, the White Knight Corps, according to the news agency, said that Sepoy Akshit Sharma was reported missing at around 12 pm during a river crossing training exercise conducted [] The post Soldier goes missing in Sunderbani appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 09:In a major boost to winter connectivity to Ladakh, the strategically important Zojila Pass remained open during the winter season this year, marking a historic milestone. Brigadier Rahul Oberoi, Chief Engineer Project Vijay, according to the news agency said, Keeping the Zojila Pass open for such a long duration during winter is a [] The post BRO scripts history; Keeps Zojila Pass open in winter, ensures Ladakh connectivity appeared first on Northlines .

Final rolls expected by May; Urban local body rolls only after SIR Jammu Tawi: J&Ks State Election Commissioner, Shantmanu, on Monday directed officials to gear up for the revision of Panchayat electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir. The exercise is likely to begin in the fourth week of this month. Sources told news agencythat [] The post Panchayat electoral roll revision to begin this month appeared first on Northlines .

CS engages key stakeholders to chart future roadmap Jammu Tawi: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today held detailed deliberations with stakeholders on the adoption and expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance and delivery of public services across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting besides the concerned Administrative Secretaries was attended by the Director, Indian Institute [] The post JK eyes AI to transform governance & citizen services appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 9: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has issued directions to registry officials to ensure proper numbering of main case files, interlocutory applications (IAs), caveats and other related documents on judicial files to avoid inconvenience during court proceedings. According to a circular issued by the Registrar General M.K. Sharma, [] The post HC directs for numbering of case documents appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9:Petrol and diesel prices will not be increased immediately despite global crude oil prices crossing USD 100 per barrel, government sources said on Monday, adding that India has adequate fuel stocks to meet any contingency. As the conflict in West Asia entered its tenth day, global markets witnessed volatility, with Brent crude [] The post No immediate hike in fuel prices; Adequate stock available appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: Former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday strongly supported the proposal of simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies and said such a move will be in the interest of the country, will save time, improve governance and expedite development. Appearing before the Joint Committee of Parliament examining [] The post Azad says One Nation, One Election in nations interest appeared first on Northlines .

War is a big business Trump understands its best along with his pals By T N Ashok NEW YORK: Strip away the flags. Silence the speeches. Turn off the generals with their grave faces and PowerPoint slides showing red arrows across sand-coloured maps. When the theatre clears, what remains is not a clash [] The post U.S. Defence Companies are making fortunes as Iran was escalates appeared first on Northlines .

Risks for India are immediate, multi-dimensional By Nantoo Banerjee The all-out war in West Asia, involving the US-Israel combine and Iran and covering 10 countries in the region, is expected to have a big economic backlash on India. At stake are Indias $120-billion trade in this region, huge oil imports, overall balance of payments, [] The post Iran war is likely to hit Indian Economy hard appeared first on Northlines .

Trump and his cronies failed to divide Teheran amidst brutal war By Asad Mirza Iran on Monday (March 9) named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as the supreme leader of Iran, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge. Iranian institutions and politicians, from the foreign ministry to lawmakers, issued statements expressing [] The post Naming Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader marks continuity of Iranian leadership appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Parveen Kumar* Agriculture isthe backbone of Indian economy. Although its contribution to the countrys GDP has decreased from about 50% in 1950s to about 18% at present; yet it is the main source of livelihood for about half of the countrys population. It is also the largest source of employment for a vast [] The post Prime Minister Kisan & Shram-Yogi Maan Dhan Yojana appeared first on Northlines .

China is disgraced, India should move as equal partner to befriend new regime By Nitya Chakraborty With the final results of the March 5 elections in Nepal, almost available, it is clear that the Gen Z supported Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is set to form the next government in this tiny Himalayan nation headed [] The post Nepal electorate give unequivocal verdict against instability, old faces and corruption appeared first on Northlines .

It is a known fact that despite improvements in infrastructure, road accidents have remained alarming in J&K, with almost all regions confronting this issue with equal severity. There is no doubt that traffic authorities have been investing a lot in the awareness regarding road safety among the stakeholders with Road Safety Month remaining a major [] The post Time to discipline the roads appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Puneet Girdhar, Vice Chairman Ortho-Spine Surgery, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital As we age, our spine faces wear and tear, leading to degenerative spine disease, a common issue causing back pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. The good news is that simple lifestyle changes can significantly slow its progression, helping you stay active and pain-free [] The post Lifestyle Measures to Delay Progression of Degenerative Spine Disease appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 9: Authorities issued 445 traffic violation notices and seized 60 vehicles for serious offences during a special enforcement drive conducted across the Jammu division to strengthen road safety, an official said on Monday. He said 64 driving licences and 20 registration certificates have also been recommended for suspension for grave violations that adversely [] The post Traffic Crackdown In Jammu: 445 Challans Issued, 60 Vehicles Seized appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned twice on Mondayfirst till noon and later till 3 pmafter Opposition members raised slogans demanding a discussion on the escalating West Asia conflict while External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar briefed the House on the situation. The disruptions marked a stormy start to the second half of Parliaments Budget [] The post LS adjourned till 3 pm amid oppn slogans during Jaishankars briefing on West Asia crisis appeared first on Northlines .

Chicago, Mar 9: Crude oil prices surged above $115 a barrel on Monday as the escalating war involving Iran disrupted production and shipping routes in the Middle East, rattling global financial markets and raising fears of supply shortages. The price of Brent crude, the international benchmark, briefly climbed to $119.50 per barrel before easing to [] The post Crude Oil Prices Jump Above $115 As US-Iran War Disrupts Supply, Shipping appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: India favours peace and a return to dialogue and diplomacy amid the widening conflict in West Asia, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Monday, stressing the need for restraint, de-escalation and protection of civilians. Making a suo motu statement in the Rajya Sabha, Jaishankar said the safety and well-being of [] The post India Calls For Dialogue, De-Escalation Amid West Asia Conflict: Jaishankar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Prerna Bhasin, a daughter of Jammu, has successfully earned a Masters degree in Information Technology along with a Diploma in Cyber Security from Central Queensland University in Brisbane, Australia, bringing pride and joy to her family and well-wishers. Prerna had travelled to Australia in 2022 to pursue a two-year postgraduate programme at the [] The post Jammu Girl Prerna Bhasin Earns IT Masters Degree From Australia University appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for accelerating the integration of Indias education sector with the real-world economy, stressing the need to expand focus on emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and automation. Addressing a post-budget webinar, the Prime Minister said the country must further strengthen the linkage between education [] The post Boost Focus On AI, Automation In Education: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

Dubai/Jerusalem, Mar 9: Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader, succeeding his father Ali Khamenei, a move that signals the continued dominance of hardliners in Tehran amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. The decision was taken by Irans Assembly of Experts, an 88-member clerical body responsible for [] The post Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei As Supreme Leader After Fathers Death appeared first on Northlines .

Northlines Correspondent Jammu Tawi, March 08: In a grand and well-attended gathering of the Shri Amar Kshatriya Rajput Sabha, the Chairman of the Sabha, Justice (Retd.) Pavitra Singh, formally entrusted the responsibility of Working President of the organization to Shamsher Singh Charak. While announcing the appointment, Justice (Retd.) Pavitra Singh expressed deep confidence in the [] The post Leadership transition in Rajput Sabha: Shamsher Charak named Working President appeared first on Nort

New Delhi, Mar 8: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Sunday batted for greater institutional reforms in the judiciary to bring more women into the legal field and said that high court collegiums should consider meritorious women members of the Bar for judgeship as a norm and not as an exception. Addressing an [] The post CJI calls on High Court collegiums to consider female lawyers for judgeship appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: A senior police officer has directed intensified surveillance across the hilly Doda district, with particular focus on tourist and religious places to thwart attempts by anti-national elements to disturb peace. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Doda, Sandeep Mehta was chairing a security review meeting which was attended by all Additional Superintendents of [] The post Police intensifies vigil to counter anti-national elements in Doda appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Director School Education Kashmir, Naseer Ahmad Wani, on Sunday clarified that all schools across the Kashmir division will reopen tomorrow as per the already notified schedule, dismissing rumours circulating on social media regarding any delay in reopening. The Director urged parents and the general public not to pay heed to unverified information being [] The post Schools to reopen today in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said his government is committed to ensure empowerment of women, and their safety, and dignity, and provide equal opportunities to them across all spheres of life. Abdullah greeted the women on the International Womens Day, and lauded their strength, resilience and contribution to the [] The post Govt committed to ensure womens safety, empowerment: CM appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU Tawi: Security was strengthened inside and around a jail in Jammu and Kashmirs border district of Rajouri on Sunday, a day after a clash among inmates left at least 12 people, including four security guards, injured, officials said. The incident at the district jail located in Dhangri village occurred on Saturday evening following a [] The post Security beefed up in Rajouri jail after clash among inmates appeared first on Northlines .

Ahmedabad: India produced a batting spectacle of rare ferocity to overwhelm New Zealand by 96 runs in the summit clash and defend the T20 World Cup title after posting a record total here on Sunday. Powered by a blazing 89 from Sanju Samson and explosive half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma (52) and Ishan Kishan (54), Indias [] The post India wins T20 World Cup after bulldozing New Zealand appeared first on Northlines .

Aditya Pandey Cricket is the most loved sport in India. Every cricket season brings new heroes, new tournaments, and new celebrations. Recently, Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) won the Ranji Trophy for the first time in the tournaments history. J&K defeated Karnataka, which has won 8 titles, the second most after Mumbai. J&K took the mammoth [] The post Beyond the Ranji Glory: The Struggle in Kashmirs Willow Industry appeared first on Northlines .

Shaleen Mahajan Indias democratic system functions within one of the most linguistically diverse societies in the world. The country recognizes 22 languages in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution and thousands of dialects spoken across different regions. Language in India is not merely a tool of communication; it is a marker of identity, culture, and [] The post The DogriKashmiri Debate in the Jammu Kashmir Legislative Assembly appeared first on Northlines .

Anantnag, Mar 8: Prof. Dr. Rukhsana Najeeb, Principal and Dean of Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag, was honoured with an appreciation award by Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda for her exemplary services in promoting affordable healthcare and advancing the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). The award was presented during a ceremony in New Delhi [] The post Union Health Minister Honours GMC Anantnag Principal For Outstanding Services appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 8: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is set to challenge the interim bail granted to Al Falah University group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui by a Delhi court, stating that his release could influence the ongoing investigation in a money laundering case linked to alleged fraud involving student fees, officials said. A local court [] The post ED To Move Delhi HC Against Interim Bail Granted To Al Falah Chairman appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: More than 52,000 Indian nationals have been brought back home from Gulf countries between March 1 and March 7 following the outbreak of war in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. According to the MEA, a total of 52,000-plus passengers have returned to India during the period, including 32,107 travellers [] The post Over 52,000 Indians Evacuated From Gulf Since West Asia War Began: MEA appeared first on Northlines .

Tehran: More than 1,300 people have been killed and nearly 100,000 displaced in Iran as the humanitarian crisis worsens over a week into the ongoing conflict, with relief agencies reporting mounting civilian casualties and growing displacement across affected areas. According to media reports, the scale of devastation continues to rise as hostilities intensify, forcing thousands [] The post Over 1,300 Dead, 100,000 Displaced As US-Iran Conflict Deepens appeared first on Northlines .

Says after 5-years of effort, vision of spiritually vibrant region taking shape Yogesh Jammu Tawi:Asserting that after centuries, Jammu and Kashmir is experiencing a genuine spiritual, cultural, and social renaissance, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that the Union Territory is re-emerging as a center of knowledge, art, music, and philosophy. Addressing a gathering [] The post J&K experiencing spiritual, cultural & social renaissance: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Felicitates ground heroes, pushes for zero casualty Yogesh Jammu Tawi, Mar 07:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Saturday said that linemen of Power Development Department (PDD) are the true foot soldiers and indispensable workforce. Addressing the gathering at Lineman Diwas in Jammu, CM Omar as per the news agencypraised the efforts of Lineman and said that during [] The post CM hails linemen as True Foot Soldiers of PDD appeared first on Northlines .

Day temperatures likely to fall by 46C after Mar 9 Jammu Tawi: The Meteorological Department has forecast generally cloudy weather with light rain and snowfall in higher reaches at several places in Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days. According to the MeT office in Srinagar, the weather is expected to remain generally cloudy between [] The post Cloudy weather, rain, snowfall likely in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Passengers in Jammu Division can order food from Zomato, Swiggy at their seats Jammu Tawi, Mar 07:The Indian Railways has launched its official super app RailOne to make passenger travel more convenient and comfortable by integrating multiple railway services on a single digital platform. The app allows passengers to access a wide range of services, [] The post Railways launches RailOne Super App for seamless travel services appeared first on Northlines .

Phagwara (Punjab), March 7: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta addressed the Rotary International District 3070 Annual Conference 2026 in Phagwara on the theme Kashmir Harmony with Mainstream India, highlighting the deep cultural, civilisational, and democratic ties linking Kashmir and Ladakh with the rest of India. Describing Kashmir as the crown of India, [] The post J&K was, is & will remain an Integral part of India: LG Kavinder appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Saturday stressed on intelligence-based operations and proactive policing to maintain peace and stability in the Union territory. Prabhat, the Director General of Police (DGP), chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the overall security scenario, counter-terror (CT) operations and the law and order situation [] The post DGP reviews security grid, seeks tough action on anti-nationals appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 7: A man accused of killing his 10-year-old daughter in Jammu, over the suspicion that she was not his biological child, was apprehended from southeast Delhi, police said on Saturday. The accused, Ramesh Kumar, a native of Madhya Pradeshs Chhatarpur district, was wanted in a 2016 murder case registered at Gandhi Nagar [] The post Man arrested from Delhi for killing daughter in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri/Jammu, Mar 7: A clash broke out among inmates inside a jail in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri on Saturday following a heated argument between two prisoners, officials said. The altercation between the two inmates one from Kashmir and the other from Rajouri soon escalated, triggering a scuffle among other prisoners, they said. During [] The post Clash inside prison in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Following the order issued by District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas to regulate the functioning of spa and massage centres in the district, the District Administration conducted a comprehensive inspection drive, during which the establishments found in serious violation of the prescribed directions and were closed forthwith with notices issued to them. In [] The post Adm closes Spa and massage centres for violations appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Police rescued three girls after busting a prostitution racket allegedly operating in Jammu, and arrested three persons, including a woman. The action followed information about immoral activities allegedly being carried out at a house owned by Amreek Singh in the Greater Kailash area of the city, a [] The post Prostitution racket busted, 3 girls rescued; 3 arrested appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 7: The triumphant Jammu and Kashmir Ranji Trophy team will celebrate its historic maiden title triumph with a victory march through Jammu city on Sunday afternoon, said sources in the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) on Saturday. Last week, the Paras Dogra-led Jammu and Kashmir secured a historic first-ever Ranji Trophy [] The post Winner Ranji J&K team to have a victory parade in Jammu on Sunday appeared first on Northlines .

It is really a matter of great concern for the people of the country, especially middle-class and lower-income families, that the prices of domestic LPG and commercial cylinders have been hiked by a steep Rs 60 and Rs 114.5, respectively, on account of the increase in energy costs due to the present crucial situation in [] The post Litmus Test For A Welfare State appeared first on Northlines .