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An innocent man from the R S Pura area of Jammu spent 1 year, 7 months, and 11 days in jail after a false rape case. The Fast Track Court directs inquiry against investigating officers and proceedings against the complainant after finding the prosecution failed to prove the rape charge.

Army, J&K Police, and CRPF continue extensive searches in Manjakot's Dori Mal forest using helicopters, drones, and sniffer dogs; no trace of terrorists found yet.

After a seven-hour marathon meeting at Dachigam National Park, National Conference MLAs and MPs resolve to intensify the campaign for statehood and constitutional guarantees, while projecting a united front under Omar Abdullah.

The Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) has announced that all pilgrimage routes to the Holy Cave Shrine, including the Pahalgam and Baltal axes, will remain under No-Fly Zone restrictions during the 2026 Amarnath Yatra. As a result, helicopter services for pilgrims have been suspended for the second consecutive year.

The Sensex fell over 400 points, while the Nifty declined more than 100 points in early trade. Realty, IT, pharma, and healthcare stocks led losses, whereas consumer durables, oil & gas, cement, and chemical stocks showed resilience.

Trump linked the diplomatic progress to recent US military strikes on Iranian facilities and expressed optimism about broader regional de-escalation, including a reported understanding involving Hezbollah and Israel. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz would be significant for global energy markets

The agreement aims to prevent the return of armed non-state groups, improve regional stability, and pave the way for a broader peace and security framework. The United States pledged continued support for Lebanon's military and will facilitate further talks scheduled for late June

Constructed under the 'Sindhu Jal Samriddhi Abhiyan', the innovative dam aims to boost irrigation, strengthen water security, and support sustainable agriculture in Ladakh's remote high-altitude villages.

A US trade delegation led by Assistant US Trade Representative Brendan Lynch is currently in India holding discussions with officials from the Commerce and External Affairs ministries. The delegation is also scheduled to meet Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal as talks enter their final phase.

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar on Wednesday took oath as Karnataka Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, holding a copy of the Constitution during the ceremony. Dr G Parameshwar was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister, while several MLAs joined the Cabinet.

A day-long off-site review and strategy meeting of NC legislators, ministers, and MPs at Dachigam National Park triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties in J&K. BJP leader Sunil Sharma described the gathering as a picnic and an eyewash, while People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone mocked the choice of venue, calling it symbolic of an isolated government.

One person was killed after Iranian drones and missiles struck Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, June 3, causing extensive damage to Terminal 1 and forcing authorities to suspend commercial flight operations.

The Sensex fell 303.67 points (0.41%) to close at 74,346.17, while the Nifty declined 77.95 points (0.33%) to settle at 23,405.60.

Ahead of Cocktail 2's release, Kriti Sanon visited the Tirumala Temple in Andhra Pradesh. Dressed in a simple white suit, Kriti offered prayers, took part in temple rituals and greeted paparazzi with folded hands during the visit.

According to official RBI figures, gold accounted for 13.92% of forex reserves in September 2025, rising to 16.70% by March 31, 2026, and further to 16.85% as of May 22, 2026. The RBI's physical gold holdings remained largely unchanged at around 880 metric tonnes, contradicting claims of any major sale.

An initiative by PDP president Mehbooba Mufti to unite political parties and civil society groups in Jammu and Kashmir for a joint outreach to Centre encountered obstacle after CM Omar Abdullah publicly challenged her claim on securing an appointment with him.

The wedding is scheduled for June 20, with a reception in Pune on July 5. The development has attracted political interest because it brings together families associated with rival political camps, as Arun Lakhani is currently contesting the Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC) election on a BJP ticket.

Developed by Indian developer Bijoy Thangaraj, the app provides spoken guidance on guitar tuning, chords, pitch, finger placement and other essential skills for both beginners and experienced musicians.

The supporter said he had got the tattoo months ago in anticipation of Shivakumar's elevation to the top post. Shivakumar greeted enthusiastic supporters and waved to cheering crowds ahead of the oath-taking ceremony.

Former J&K Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has appealed to political parties and civil society groups across the Union Territory to unite and jointly engage with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on issues concerning J&K.

For India, the development highlights the vulnerability of agricultural supply chains to geopolitical disruptions. Rising global fertiliser prices could increase India's subsidy burden and farming costs, while higher wheat prices may add to food inflation pressures.

The Nifty rose 100.95 points to close at 23,483.55, while the Sensex gained 382.50 points to settle at 74,649.84. TCS, Infosys and HCL Tech led the rally, helping offset weakness in stocks such as NTPC and Axis Bank.

The ED raided 20 locations across Mumbai and Gujarat in a money laundering probe linked to an alleged international drug syndicate run by Salim Ismail Dola, an associate of fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim.

During the hearing, Giribala Singh alleged that her son was assaulted by a lawyer representing Twisha Sharma's family inside court premises and claimed he faced a threat to his life. She also objected to what she described as a media trial.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the Immigration and Foreigners (Amendment) Rules, 2026, revising registration timelines for foreign nationals, tightening delayed-registration norms, and introducing a fully digital appeals mechanism.

For the first time since the outbreak of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism in 1990, Jammu and Kashmir recorded zero terror-related fatalities during the month of May. Data from the SATP of SAIR shows that not a single civilian, security personnel, or terrorist was killed in any terror-related incident throughout the month.

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has convened a meeting of NC legislators and five Independent MLAs supporting the ruling alliance on June 3 at his Gupkar residence. The meeting comes amid growing concerns over governance and reported dissatisfaction among some ruling party legislators regarding the functioning of certain ministers.

In a major step to strengthen the anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir, the Kishtwar administration has made it mandatory for government employees to submit self-declaration certificates affirming they are not drug addicts, with salary disbursement linked to compliance.

Nearly 500 youth from the Kashmir Valley were among 540 Agniveers who successfully passed out from the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre, Srinagar, during an impressive Attestation and Passing Out Parade.

Security forces intensified anti-terror operations in J&K on Saturday as 'Operation Sheruwali' entered its eighth consecutive day in Rajouri district, where two to three Pakistani terrorists are believed to be hiding in the dense forests of the Manjakote area.

A 24-year-old unemployed youth from Jammu's Satwari area was arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information about security forces and military installations with a woman suspected to be linked to Pakistan's intelligence network.

Roads, railway lines and mines disturb wildlife and fragment wildlife habitat. Now, tourism too is adding to the woes of the hapless wildlife.

Budgam Police on Tuesday claimed to have solved the sensational murder case of a 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village within 36 hours of the crime, arresting a local resident allegedly involved in the offence. The breakthrough came after a scientific and evidence-based investigation conducted by a Special Investigation Team.

Nearly 300 tourists were stranded mid-air after a technical fault halted the Gulmarg Gondola service in north Kashmir. The Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, SDRF, and civil administration launched a large-scale rescue operation, while Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah closely monitored evacuation efforts.

A 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village in Budgam, central Kashmir, was found raped and murdered near her home on Sunday morning, triggering widespread public outrage across J&K.

Over one crore citizens participate in awareness programmes; 850 NDPS cases registered, 942 arrests made, and thousands receive counselling, treatment, and rehabilitation support under the comprehensive anti-drug campaign.

A political controversy has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after the BJP launched a social media campaign alleging that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has been missing for the past ten days amid growing public concerns over power cuts and water shortages. The opposition party shared missing posters and threatened to lodge a missing report with police.

The proposed framework envisages a Union Territory with a legislature, executive and financial powers for elected representatives, and constitutional protections on the lines of Article 371 provisions applicable in Nagaland, Sikkim and Mizoram.

A pall of grief has descended on Reasi district after the body of 21-year-old MBBS student Gourav Singh, who had gone missing in Russia in December 2025, was recovered nearly five months later.

Jammu and Kashmir Police has issued a strong advisory urging people to exercise caution while sharing personal photographs, videos, and sensitive information on social media. The police warned that cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence, deepfake technology, and morphing tools to create fake identities, extort victims, and damage reputations.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has formally invited representatives of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) for a Sub-Committee meeting in New Delhi on May 22, reviving the stalled dialogue process on Ladakh's key demands.

Jammu Police have launched an extensive investigation into a suspected international trafficking and prostitution syndicate after the arrest of two Thai women and a special police officer (SPO), allegedly linked to a flesh trade racket operating under the guise of spa and massage services.

Just days before the next round of talks between Ladakh leaders and the High-Powered Committee of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, serious differences have emerged within the Leh Apex Body (LAB). Veteran Ladakhi leader Thupstan Chhewang has questioned the functioning of the organisation, challenged the manner in which his resignation as chairman was accepted.

A major anti-encroachment drive in Samba district has exposed how influential drug lords had illegally occupied State land transferred to the J&K State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. (SIDCO) for industrial development in Bari Brahmana.

J&K Police on Saturday conducted extensive searches at more than 15 locations across Sopore in north Kashmir in connection with a UAPA case linked to the banned JeI. Acting on warrants issued by the designated UAPA court, police seized incriminating material, including literature associated with the proscribed organisation.

Aay after J&K Police chief Nalin Prabhat warned Dubai-based Pakistani gangster-turned-terrorist Shahzad Bhatti, security agencies launched surveillance of several notorious gangsters in Jammu. The move follows the arrest of a Jammu resident in Punjab for allegedly assisting Bhatti's network involved in narcotics smuggling, arms procurement and terror financing.

Jammu Police busted an alleged prostitution racket operating from the rented house of a Special Police Officer (SPO) in the Kunjwani area on the outskirts of Jammu city. Five persons, including two women from Thailand, were arrested during a late-night raid conducted by Gangyal Police Station following intelligence inputs.

In a major breakthrough under J&K's Nasha Mukti Abhiyan, Kulgam Police busted an inter-state narcotics network allegedly run by a Delhi-based couple and arrested a notorious female drug peddler along with her associates.

Fear has returned to Jammu and Kashmir's border town of Poonch after the Army foiled the first infiltration attempt by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists since Operation Sindoor. One infiltrator was killed in the Krishna Ghati Sector, prompting heightened security and renewed concern among local residents.

One month after Manoj Sinha launched the 100-day Nasha Mukti Abhiyan, authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested nearly 700 drug traffickers and peddlers, treated over 44,000 patients, organised 2.35 lakh awareness events, and seized properties worth crores linked to drug cartels