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NEW DELHI, Sept 23: The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to entertain a PIL seeking directions to the Centre and social media platforms to identify, remove and block content, including memes, relating to anti-national slogans and speeches. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana did not agree with [] The post SC Declines Plea To Block Anti-National Social Media Content appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sept 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said more than 60 crore beneficiaries now have access to Rs 5 lakh annual health cover under Ayushman Bharat, as the flagship healthcare programme completed eight years. In a post on X marking the occasion, Modi said Ayushman Bharat was launched eight years ago with [] The post Ayushman Bharat Completes Eight Years, Over 60 Cr Beneficiaries Covered: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

Sarabjit Singh Jammu Tawi, September 22: Teams of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) reportedly visited offices associated with the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council and the Directorate of Youth Services & Sports in Jammu on Monday, triggering speculation about the nature of the operation. According to information available, vehicles of the J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau were [] The post ACB teams visit Sports Council, Youth Services offices in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Bank posts record 2,363-Cr profit Srinagar, Sep 22: Jammu and Kashmir Bank is set to restart recruitment of banking assistants and officers after a gap of five years, with a recruitment notification likely to be issued within days, Managing Director and CEO Amitava Chatterjee said on Tuesday. Chatterjee made the announcement while responding to [] The post JK Bank to resume recruitment appeared first on Northlines .

Girdhari Lal Raina On the 131st birth anniversary of Maharaja Hari Singh, the last ruling monarch of the princely State of Jammu and Kashmir, it is appropriate to recall his legacy as a ruler associated with administrative reform, social legislation, institution-building, expansion of health services and the political transition of the State in the [] The post Remembering Maharaja Hari Singh: A Legacy of Reform, Institution-Building and National Integration appeared first on Northlines .

Teachers hold a greater responsibility to show ethical behaviour as they are supposed to set examples for society. In this context, if a person is holding the coveted position of a government teacher, his or her responsibility becomes even greater because such a person is expected to protect children, guide them and show them the [] The post Befitting Action appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 21: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Sunil Sharma on Monday accused the Omar Abdullah government of wanting to evade the BJPs questions on the peoples issues in the Union territory. Speaking to reporters after the assembly was adjourned for the day, Sharma said the BJP was playing its [] The post Omar Govt Evading BJPs Questions On J&Ks Issues: LoP Sunil Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 21: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the National Dialogue on Millets for Health: Building Healthy Ecosystems, Climate-Resilient Agriculture and Sustainable Food Systems at SKUAST, Jammu. Expressing gratitude to Padma Shri Dr. Khadar Vali, popularly known as the Millet Man of India and Shri Umendra Dutt of Kheti Virasat Mission, the Lieutenant [] The post LG Sinha Calls Millets Key To Climate-Resilient Farming In J&K appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Sep 21: Only 899 new posts have been created across various departments in Jammu and Kashmir Government since October 16, 2024, the Government informed the Legislative Assembly on Monday. In response to a question by MLA Handwara, Sajad Gani Lone, Government data states that the Health & Medical Education Department accounts for the [] The post 899 New Posts Created Across J&K Departments Since October 2024: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sep 21: Gold prices on Monday declined by Rs 773 to Rs 1,53,608 per 10 grams in futures trade amid weaker spot demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for October delivery traded lower by Rs 773, or 0.5 per cent, at Rs 1,53,608 per 10 grams, with a business turnover [] The post Gold Futures Fall Rs 773 To Rs 1.53 Lakh Per 10 Grams appeared first on Northlines .

KABUL/ISLAMABAD, Sep 21: At least three people were killed and several others injured in a Pakistani airstrike targeting Afghanistans northeastern Kunar province, according to a provincial official cited by Tolo News, amid growing fears of a fresh military confrontation between the neighbouring countries. The strike reportedly came in retaliation for a suicide bombing at a [] The post Pakistan Airstrike On Afghanistan Kills 3, Raises Fears Of Fresh Conflict appeared first on Northlines .

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NEW DELHI, Sep 21: The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to constitute a special bench to hear the National Highways Authority of Indias plea challenging a direction requiring it to construct shelters for stray cattle across the country. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana was approached by [] The post SC To Form Special Bench On NHAI Plea Over Stray Cattle Shelters appeared first on Northlines .

Peshawar, Sep 18: At least 16 people were killed and dozens injured in a powerful suicide blast during Friday prayers at a mosque near police lines in Kohat district in northwest Pakistan, officials said. The blast occurred at the mosque located near the old Police Lines in Kohat district, around 60 kilometres southwest of [] The post 16 Killed, Dozens Injured In Suicide Blast at Mosque in Pakistans Kohat appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sept 16: India on Wednesday summoned Pakistans Charge dAffaires and lodged a strong protest over a collision between a Pakistani naval vessel and an Indian Navy unit in international waters in the Arabian Sea, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. The MEA described the conduct of the Pakistani naval unit as unacceptable [] The post Pak Navy Vessel Collides With Indian Navy Ship: MEA Summons Pakistan Charge dAffaires appeared first on Northlines .

From classrooms to advanced labs, institutes research provides insight for tackling climate, water and Himalayan challenges Rattan Singh Gill BHOPAL, Sept 15: A visit on media tour to the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal , leaves an impression that goes beyond its sprawling campus, sophisticated laboratories and impressive research facilities. What [] The post IISER Bhopal: Training scientists to cross disciplinary boundaries appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, September 14: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Jammu has filed a chargesheet against two accused persons in a case involving an alleged fraudulent land transaction of Rs 16.50 lakh. The chargesheet was filed before the Court of Special Municipal Mobile Magistrate, Jammu, in FIR No. 21/2025 registered under Sections 420 and [] The post EOW Jammu Chargesheets Two In Fraudulent Land Deal Case appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal surrendered before an Additional Sessions Court in Mapusa, Goa, on Monday to serve his 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence in a 2013 sexual assault case and was subsequently sent to Central Jail at Colvale in North Goa. Tejpals surrender came after the Supreme Court on August 25 directed him [] The post Former Tehelka Editor Tejpal Surrenders Before Goa Court, Sent To Jail appeared first on Northlines .

Washington, Sept 14: The Taliban had warned Al Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden to strengthen his security following the hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight that was forced to land in Kandahar in December 1999, according to declassified CIA intelligence documents. The warning was mentioned in a Presidential Daily Brief (PDB) presented to then US [] The post Taliban Warned Bin Laden To Tighten Security After Kandahar Hijack: CIA Documents appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 10:Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday commended the commitment and efforts of joint team of security forces manning the strategically important Doda-Kathua-Udhampur trijunction area. According to the details available, DGP Prabhat visited a Joint Temporary Operating Base (TOB) manned by the jawans of Special Operations Group (SOG), Rashtriya Rifles [] The post DGP reviews security arrangements, inter-agency coordination appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, September 10: The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), representing seven employee and officer unions, has announced nationwide strikes over the pending demand for implementation of a five-day working week in the banking sector. Bank employees and officers will observe an all-India strike on September 11, followed by strikes on September 28, 29 and [] The post UFBU Announces Nationwide Bank Strike on Sept 11 appeared first on Northlines .

Saxena to administer oath to new CJ today Jammu Tawi, Sep 08:The President of India on Tuesday appointed Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, to discharge the functions of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir in addition to his own duties, during the absence on leave of Manoj Sinha, the incumbent LG of [] The post Ladakh LG Saxena gets Addl charge of J&K appeared first on Northlines .

LAB, KDA to press for Sixth Schedule safeguards, stronger hill councils Jammu Tawi, Sep 08:Talks between representatives of civil society groups in Ladakh and the Centre are set to resume in New Delhi on Wednesday, with both sides returning to the negotiating table after a series of fresh confidence-building measures in the Union Territory. According [] The post Ladakh-Centre talks to resume today appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: The annual three-day Kailash Kund Yatra commenced on Tuesday in the Bhaderwah Valley, with the sacred Charri Mubarak departing from the ancient Vasuki Nag Temple at Gatha, officials said. The pilgrimage also draws devotees from adjoining districts. A batch of pilgrims from the Dudu area of Udhampur district joined the yatra after being [] The post Kailash Kund Yatra begins appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: A Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) jawan allegedly shot himself in the head with his service rifle at Jammu Airport on Tuesday, officials said. The incident occurred outside the airports exit gate, where the jawan identified as Sunil Jasrotia was posted on security duty, the officials said. Quoting initial reports, the officials said [] The post CISF jawan shoots himself at Jammu Airport appeared first on Northlines .

Woman returns with severe bleeding; hospital employee suspended, inquiry ordered Jammu Tawi, Sept 08:A new-born baby died following delivery in a private room in Rajouri after a pregnant woman admitted to Government Medical College and Associated Hospital (GMC&AH) Rajouri allegedly left the hospital ward during her treatment, officials said. The incident has prompted the hospital [] The post New-born dies after woman leaves Rajouri Hospital appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 08:A dead body was found near a bus-stop shed in the Balicharana area of Jammu on Tuesday, officials said. An official said that the body was noticed near the bus stand shed, following which police were informed. He said police reached the spot and initiated necessary proceedings to ascertain the circumstances surrounding [] The post Body found at Belicharana appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 08:BJP leader and Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Tuesday said the party will fight for peoples rights and expose the alleged failures of the National Conference-led government during a public outreach programme in Poonch and Rajouri. In a statement issued, a Spokesperson said the [] The post BJP will fight for peoples rights, expose NC failures: LoP appeared first on Northlines .

Rethink development models in fragile mountain areas By Raghu The sudden and catastrophic flash flood that hit Nepal near its border with Tibet-China on 26 August has claimed at least 1200 lives at the time of writing, with an estimated 3900-4800 people still unaccounted for. Indians form the largest national cohort of victims, chiefly [] The post Nepal Flash Flood and disasters around the third pole appeared first on Northlines .

Bollywood, Tamil, Telegu, Kannada, Malayalam: Industries see change By TN Ashok There was a time when an actors job ended at the studio gate. The producer raised the money; the director controlled the set and the actor waited for the next script. That division of labour is steadily disappearing. Across Bollywood and the four [] The post When Actors become producers: Taking back control of the movies appeared first on Northlines .

When a Community Owns Its Anganwadi Smt. Annpurna Devi The Bharat of 2047 will be built by children who have not yet entered school. Their journey towards a healthy, confident and capable adulthood begins much earlier, most decisively in the first 1,000 days of life. For millions of Indian children and their [] The post Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 31:In a significant step towards passenger convenience and strengthening rail connectivity in Jammu & Kashmir, Jammu Division has successfully resumed the operation of Train No. 04688/04687 Budgam Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Budgam Special Express with effect from 29th August 2026. With the resumption of this train, passengers travelling from [] The post Budgam-Katra Special Express resumes appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Director, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, J&K Rajesh Kumar Shavan on Monday chaired a meeting with the representatives of the 1 Gram Jewellery Association to review the sale and advertisement of imitation jewellery being marketed under the description of 1 Gram Gold. Taking serious note of advertisements and promotional material that may [] The post 48-Hour ultimatum to 1 Gram Gold traders to remove promotions appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today paid solemn tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, the wizard of hockey, on the occasion of National Sports Day. Recalling his legendary performance, the Lieutenant Governor described Major Dhyan Chand as one of Indias deepest and most enduring symbols, whose brilliance compelled the world to pause and [] The post LG Sinha Attends National Sports Day Function; Pays Tributes to Major Dhyan Chand appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 29: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to hand over the Kishtwar rape and death case to the Crime Branch for a fair, transparent and time-bound investigation. In a post on X, the former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister said the incident was not merely [] The post Mehbooba Urges LG To Hand Over Kishtwar Rape-Death Case To Crime Branch appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 29: A Delhi court on Saturday took cognisance of the National Investigation Agencys (NIA) 7,500-page chargesheet against 13 accused in the Red Fort blast case and posted the matter for further proceedings on September 9. Special Judge Prashant Sharma took cognisance of the chargesheet, which relates to the high-intensity Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive [] The post Delhi Court Takes Cognizance Of NIA Chargesheet In Red Fort Blast Case appeared first on Northlines .

Bengaluru, Aug 29: Food safety officials have issued notices to five canteens and kitchens operating in medical college hostels in Karnataka after inspections found violations, including expired food items and labelling irregularities, officials said on Saturday. A total of 34 canteens and kitchens in government and private medical college hostels were inspected on August 27 [] The post Notices Issued To 5 Medical College Hostel Canteens Over Food Safety Violations appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India will work with fellow members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to advance a vision anchored in security, connectivity and opportunity, while striving for a region free from terrorism, separatism and extremism. Modi made the remarks ahead of his two-nation tour of Uzbekistan [] The post PM Modi Heads To Central Asia, Pledges Push For Terror-Free Region appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri/Jammu, Aug 28: Security forces launched a search operation along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district after suspected Pakistani drones were sighted in the Nowshera sector, officials said on Friday. The suspected drones were seen flying over the Rumlidhara area around midnight on Thursday, following which alert troops opened fire, forcing [] The post Suspected Pak Drones Spotted Along LoC In Rajouri, Search Op Launched appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 29: The Supreme Court will hear on August 31 a plea seeking mandatory and uniform disclosure of the exact ethanol content in petrol on every dispensing nozzle at fuel stations across the country. According to the apex courts causelist, the petition filed by Narendra Kumar Goswami will come up before a bench [] The post SC To Hear Plea Seeking Mandatory Disclosure Of Ethanol Content In Petrol On Monday appeared first on Northlines .

Kathmandu, Aug 29: The death toll from devastating flash floods in central Nepal rose to 626 on Saturday, with rescue teams continuing to recover bodies while nearly 2,000 people remain missing, authorities said. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) said the bodies had been recovered from eight districts, with the highest number [] The post Nepal Flash Flood Death Toll Climbs To 626, Nearly 2,000 Missing appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar: The 57-day annual Amarnath Yatra formally concluded on Friday with the arrival of the Chhari-Mubarak the saffron-robed holy mace of Lord Shiva at the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas for special prayers, officials said. The conclusion of the yatra, which began on July 3, coincided with the festival of [] The post Amarnath Yatra concludes on Raksha Bandhan appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU TAWI: Police on Friday foiled two alleged cattle smuggling attempts in Kathua district, rescuing 36 animals and arresting three persons, officials said. In the first incident, a police team intercepted a truck at the dispatch point in Lakhanpur during checking, officials said. The truck, allegedly travelling from Punjab towards Jammu, was being driven by [] The post Police foil cattle smuggling bids in Kathua appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: A BJP leader was booked on cheating and fraud charges in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district on Friday, police said. Anantnag Police has registered the case based on a written complaint filed by Waheed Ahmad Itoo, a resident of Hassan Noor in Aishmuqam, who is currently residing at Government Degree College Boys Hostel in [] The post BJP leader booked for duping youth appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR:National Conference Lok Sabha MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday said he would resign from Parliament but sought answers from party president Farooq Abdullah over the partys position on Article 370 before stepping down. Reports suggest that he may formally resign on November 3, the death anniversary of his father, Aga Syed Mehdi. In [] The post MP Ruhullah challenges NC leadership, says will resign appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu records maximum of 34.6C; Srinagar settles at 33.5C Jammu Tawi, Aug 28:Weather remained largely dry across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with Srinagar recording a maximum temperature of 33.5 degrees Celsius, 4.2 degrees above normal. According to the India Meteorological Department data, the minimum temperature in Srinagar was recorded at 18.3 degrees Celsius, 1.6 [] The post JK sees humid temperatures, IMD predicts dry weather ahead appeared first on Northlines .

Seek Rs 30,000 stipend; resident doctors extend support Jammu Tawi, Aug 28:MBBS interns across Jammu and Kashmir have announced a united protest from August 31, demanding an immediate revision of their monthly internship stipend from the existing Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000 According to the interns, those participating in the protest will refrain from joining [] The post MBBS interns across J&K to protest from Aug 31 appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri (Jammu Div), Aug 28:Army foiled an infiltration attempt from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri sector on Friday. A source said that soldiers noticed suspiciousmovement of an infiltrator along the LoC this morning. The intruder was challenged. He opened fired which was retaliated to. The infiltrator is believed to be hiding in [] The post Army foil infiltration bid appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 28:MK Sinha took over the charge as Additional Director General (ADG) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) from Nitish Kumar, who has been transferred as ADG Armed Police J&K. According to a statement, he held a meeting with senior officers of CID J&K and reviewed the overall functioning of intelligence wing after [] The post MK Sinha takes charge as new JK CID chief appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Reasi, Aug 28:Tall claims about improving government education infrastructure appear to face a reality check at Government High School Nagar in Reasi district, where students are reportedly facing difficulties due to a shortage of teaching staff and the absence of a regular headmaster for the past nearly two years. According to local sources, [] The post GHS Nagar faces acute Teacher shortage, seven of 15 posts vacant appeared first on Northlines .