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Political repression, denial of democratic rights and deepening economic deprivation continue to define life in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), according to the Chairman of the United Kashmir Peoples National Party (UKPNP), Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, who has strongly criticised Pakistans governance model in the region. Sham of Self-Governance In an exclusive interview with ANI, [] The post Pakistans security establishment controls PoJK: UKPNP appeared first on Northlines .

Sinha to address House on first day; CM to present 2nd budget of UT; Session likely to be held in 2-parts Jammu Tawi, Jan 03:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has summoned the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly to convene for its upcoming budget session beginning February 02, 2026. The summon was issued by the LG in exercise [] The post JK Assembly budget session from Feb 02 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 03: Each MLA can submit twenty questions, four resolutions, and two bills for the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly beginning February 02, 2026. As per a bulletin issued by the Legislative Assembly Secretariat each MLA may send notices of not more than ten starred and ten unstarred questions [] The post Budget session 202627: Each MLA can submit 20 questions, 4 resolutions and two bills appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita-2023 (BNSS) read with the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act, 1985, Dr. Rakesh Minhas, District Magistrate Jammu has ordered that no courier company, parcel service, or logistics operator functioning within the district Jammu shall accept, book or transport [] The post DMs Advisory for courier, parcel services on Psychotropic substances appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 03:The Jammu & Kashmir Government has unveiled a draft amendment to its industrial policy 202130, proposing a slew of incentives aimed at transforming the Union Territorys industrial landscape. The Industries and Commerce Department has placed the proposed incentives in the public domain to seek suggestions from various stakeholders. According to the proposed [] The post J&K proposes incentives for revival of sick industries, stock exchange listing appeared first on Northlines .

Light snowfall on Jan 6, fog in Jammu plains Srinagar, Jan 03:Cold conditions continued across Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday as most parts of the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh recorded sub-zero minimum temperatures, while the Jammu region witnessed comparatively milder weather, officials said. In the Kashmir region, Gulmarg emerged as the coldest place with a [] The post Cold wave grips Kashmir, Ladakh as mercury dips further appeared first on Northlines .

Transporters Say Fares To Rise From Jan-5 Across J&K Srinagar, Jan 03:Even as the government maintains that no official order has been issued regarding a hike in passenger fares, transporters across several parts of Kashmir have already increased the rates, leading to confusion and resentment among commuters. According to the details available with the news [] The post Fare Hike Confusion: Govt denies revision, commuters end up paying more appeared first on Northlines .

Says Sports Policy includes 4% Job Reservation, scholarships, awards, cash incentives, promotions for outstanding sportspersons of Ladakh Leh, Jan 3: The Honble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today formally launched the Ladakh Sports Policy in the presence of Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the sports ecosystem of the [] The post LG Kavinder launches Ladakh Sports Policy appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 3: Police in Jammu arrested 311 drug peddlers, including 35 women, and seized heroin worth over Rs 60 crore as part of its relentless crackdown on narcotics during 2025, an official said on Saturday. In addition, 11 hardcore drug peddlers were detained under the stringent Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs [] The post 311 Drug peddlers held, Heroin worth Rs 60 Cr seized in 2025 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: From safer childbirths to healthier childhoods, Jammu & Kashmir is scripting a quiet healthcare success story, with sustained reforms translating into measurable improvements in maternal, infant and child health indicators across the Union Territory. Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing tangible progress in maternal and child health, positioning J&K among the better-performing regions in [] The post JK surpasses national averages in Maternal & Child Health indicators appeared first on North

Jammu Tawi, Jan 3: A total of 447 recruits were inducted into the Border Security Force (BSF) during a Passing Out Parade held at the Subsidiary Training Centre (STC), BSF, Kashmir, on the outskirts of the city in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday. A BSF spokesperson said the Passing Out Parade and Attestation Ceremony marked [] The post 447 recruits inducted into BSF at Passing Out Parade appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Sunderbani, Rajouri January 3: Notwithstanding the passage of years, the construction work on the vital bridge in Panchayat Nala in Nowshera sub-division of Rajouri district is apparently hangs-in-balance, pzutting lives of the commuters in danger. According to sources, there is a prolonged delay in the completion of a vital bridge over the Nala [] The post Construction Work on Vital Bridge in Panchayat Nala hangs-in-balance appeared first on Northlines .

NCP the party of July revolt has betrayed the cause by aligning with Jammat By Nitya Chakraborty In the neighbouring Bangladesh, the political developments take unpredictable course many times, but the latest alliance between the NCP, the party of the students body which led the July Revolution and the fundamentalist Jamaat-e-Islami, has shocked [] The post Khaleda Zias death is helping BNP in February 12 polls through sympathy wave appeared first on Northlines .

byDr. P.V. Laxmiprasad The New Age of Spirituality In recent years, spirituality has undergone a remarkable transformation. What was once firmly rooted in temples, scriptures, and long-standing religious customs has now expanded into a broad, dynamic, and deeply personal pursuit. The new age of spirituality represents a shift from ritualistic observance to inner exploration, from [] The post Beyond Temples and Traditions appeared first on Northlines .

Maduro Govt calls for all-out mobilisation to defeat fascist fascist oligarchy By Satyaki Chakraborty In a repeat of George Bushs Iraq invasion in 2003 on the basis of fake allegations, Donald Trump ordered invasion of Venezuela on early morning of January 3 beginning the New Year 2026 with the implementation of his National [] The post USA invades Venezuela, bombs facilities defying all international norms appeared first on Northlines .

By GL Raina Kashmirs prolonged social and political stagnation cannot be understood solely through the lens of conflict, security concerns, or economic indicators. These factors matter, but they do not explain why stagnation has persisted even during phases of relative stability. At the heart of Kashmirs deeper crisis lies a more uncomfortable truth: the sustained [] The post Kashmirs Crisis of Selective Morality; Will we introspect? appeared first on Northlines .

It is really intriguing that the person who was elected as Chief Minister by the people in Jammu and Kashmir with the faith that he will fulfill the promises made during the election campaign has now started shifting his stances whether it was 200 units of free electricity or 12 domestic LPG cylinders per year [] The post Where Are 200 Units? appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the wisdom and path shown by Bhagwan Buddha belong to all humanity and that his sacred relics are not merely artefacts but an integral part of Indias revered heritage and civilisation. Inaugurating the grand international exposition of the sacred Piprahwa Relics, discovered in 1898, [] The post Buddhas Sacred Relics Part of Indias Civilisational Legacy, Says PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

Kolkata, Jan 3: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Saturday confirmed that Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has been released from the squad ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. The franchise said the move was carried out following due process and consultations, as per instructions from the Board of Control for Cricket in India [] The post IPL-2026: KKR release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur amid SRK row appeared first on Northlines .

Caracas [Venezuela], Jan 3: A series of loud explosions rocked Venezuelas capital Caracas early Saturday, triggering power outages in several neighbourhoods and sparking panic among residents, CNN reported. The first blast was heard around 1:50 am local time, followed by multiple explosions across different parts of the city. According to CNN, electricity supply was disrupted [] The post Explosions Jolt Caracas, Trigger Power Outages Amid USVenezuela Tensions appeared first on Northlines .

Sukma/Bijapur, Jan 3: At least 14 Naxalites were killed in separate encounters with security forces in Chhattisgarhs Bastar region on Saturday, police said. Twelve Maoist cadres were gunned down in Sukma district, while two were eliminated in a parallel operation in the adjoining Bijapur district during the early hours. The operations were carried out by [] The post 14 Naxalites Killed in Twin Encounters in Chhattisgarhs Bastar Region appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a committee to carry out a joint inspection of the bypassed stretches of the old National Highway-44 between Udhampur and Ramban ahead of their formal takeover by the Public Works (R&B) Department. Check order copy here: Order Copy The post J&K: Panel Set Up to Inspect Bypassed Stretches of Old NH-44 appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri, Jan 3: Police on Saturday arrested a man and recovered a narcotic substance during a routine vehicle checking operation in the Sunderbani area of Rajouri district, officials said. The arrest was made during an early-morning naka checking by a police team from Police Station Sunderbani at the GV Police Naka near ITI College. A [] The post Man Arrested With Narcotics During Vehicle Check in Rajouris Sunderbani appeared first on Northlines .

SSP flags 2025 as challenging for NH-44 traffic Jammu Tawi, Jan 2:More than 340 people lost their lives in about 2,300 road accidents on the JammuSrinagar National Highway over the past two years, officials said on Friday. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Traffic, National Highway, Raja Adil Hamid Ganaie said, As many as 1,056 road [] The post 340 dead in 2,356 JammuSrinagar Highway accidents in 2 years appeared first on Northlines .

No major activity till Jan 15; weak Western Disturbance on Jan 56 Jammu Tawi, Jan 2:Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally dry weather from January 3 to 5, with partly cloudy skies expected between January 7 and 15. According to the details, dense to very dense fog is likely at a few places [] The post Weather to remain dry for 3 days; dense fog likely in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 2:The Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday appointed senior IPS officer Mukesh Singh as the Director General of Police (DGP), Ladakh, with immediate effect. According to an order issued by the MHA, Mukesh Singh, an AGMUT cadre officer of the 1996 batch, has been posted as DGP, Ladakh on repatriation from Central [] The post Mukesh Singh appointed DGP Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday carried out searches in Shopian and Pulwama districts as part of its probe into the November 10 blast near the Red Fort in Delhi, officials said. They said the NIA sleuths, assisted by police and CRPF, brought along one of the accused Yasir Ahmad Dar [] The post Red Fort blast: NIA conducts searches in Shopian, Pulwama appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar: Police have initiated security proceedings against ten people, and counselled five minors, in Jammu and Kashmirs Shopian district for not complying with orders prohibiting the use of virtual private network (VPN) in the Union territory for security reasons. Authorities in Shopian and Kulgam districts on Monday (Dec 29, 2025) had suspended the use of [] The post Police acts against 10 for violating VPN ban order appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said there will be no general increase in electricity tariffs across Jammu and Kashmir in the current financial year. The Chief Minister made this announcement amid apprehensions over an additional 20 per cent charge on electricity consumption during morning and evening hours in the UT. For 2025-26, [] The post No electricity tariff hike this year: CM appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The government has no plans to change its land acquisition policy, Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan has said after it emerged that the issue has been one of the major hurdles in the pendency of infrastructure projects in the country. In the over 3,300 projects worth Rs 85 lakh crore, 7,735 issues were [] The post No plans to change land acquisition policy: Centre appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jan 2: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district have prohibited trekking, camping, hiking, and all similar outdoor activities in the high-altitude areas of Margan Top, Chauhar Nag, and Sinthan Top with immediate effect. The move follows inputs from police and other security agencies regarding concerns in certain high-altitude and forested areas falling [] The post Amid security concerns, J&K bans trekking, camping in some high-altitude areas appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jan 2: The Enforcement Directorates (ED) Jalandhar Zonal Office announced on Friday that it recently conducted a search operation at the premises of one Arpit Rathore, who was subsequently arrested during the search in connection with a money laundering investigation related to the digital arrest case of SP Oswal. Officials stated that during [] The post ED arrests key operative in multi-crore digital arrest scam appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 2: Several houses were gutted in a fire that broke out early this morning in Dachhan area of Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. A massive blaze broke out in Thechna village of the Dachhan area in which several houses were completely gutted, said officials. They said that the fire started in one [] The post J&K: Several houses gutted in fire in Kishtwars Dachhan appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: In a major relief for gig and platform workers who staged nationwide strikes on Christmas and New Year, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has released the draft Code on Social Security (Central) Rules, 2025, proposing social security coverage and mandatory registration for gig workers. The draft rules aim to extend [] The post Centre Releases Draft Social Security Rules for Gig Workers appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 2: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Shri Kavinder Gupta has declared the Bollywood film Dhurandhar tax-free in the Union Territory, a move aimed at supporting the film industry and promoting Ladakh as a key filmmaking destination. Shot extensively in Ladakh, the film highlights the regions scenic landscapes and natural beauty. Officials said the decision [] The post LG Kavinder Declares Bollywood Film Dhurandhar Tax-Free in Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 2: In a significant development, the Union Finance Ministry has restored financial powers to the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. The Ministry has delegated authority for appraisal and approval of projects up to Rs 100 crore to the Administrators and LGs of Ladakh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman [] The post Centre Restores Rs 100 Cr Project Approval Powers to Ladakh LG appeared first on Northlines .

SRI VIJAYA PURAM, Jan 2: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday inaugurated the resurfaced and upgraded runway at the Indian Air Forces Car Nicobar air base in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, significantly enhancing the IAFs operational capability in the eastern sector. The CDS arrived at Car Nicobar around 11.30 am [] The post CDS Anil Chauhan Inaugurates Upgraded Runway at IAFs Car Nicobar Base appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Jan 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the regularisation of 13 Incharge Chief Accounts Officers and the promotion of 23 Junior Scale Accounts Officers as Chief Accounts Officers in the Finance Department. The orders were issued following the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee and the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission, [] The post J&K Govt Regularizes 13, Promotes 23 Accounts Officers as Chief Accounts Officers appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted three accused, including a psychiatrist, in a 2023 Bengaluru terror conspiracy case linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), officials said on Friday. In its second supplementary chargesheet filed before a Bengaluru court on Thursday, the NIA named Anees Fathima, Chan Pasha A and Nagaraj S [] The post NIA Chargesheets Psychiatrist, Two Others in LeT-Linked Bengaluru Terror Plot appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jan 2: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch has filed a charge-sheet against 108 persons, including 15 Executive Engineers, for their alleged involvement in large-scale embezzlement of government funds and illegal appointments in the Electric Division, Sumbal, Bandipora. Officials said the charge-sheet in connection with a 2018 FIR was submitted before [] The post J&K: EOW Chargesheets 108, Including 15 Executive Engineers, in Sumbal Power Scam appeared first on Northli

JAMMU, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir Police have ordered a 14-day preliminary enquiry after a video circulated on social media showing a Kashmiri cricketer displaying a Palestinian logo on his helmet while playing cricket at the KC Door area of Muthi. The cricketer has been identified as Furqan Ul Haq, son of Tajamul Hussain Bhat, [] The post J&K: Enquiry Ordered Against Kashmiri Cricketer Over Palestinian Logo On Helmet appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Jammu once again stood still not because of a natural calamity or security threat, but because a few VIPs decided to move and show their presence. On New Years Day, Baghe Bahu Road turned into a symbol of administrative failure, where roads were blocked, citizens were halted and humiliated, ambulances with patience [] The post An Encounter: Jammu Held Hostage by VIP Culture on New Year appeared first on Northlines .

In a significant step towards recognising Indias linguistic heritage, the Constitution of India has been translated into the Kashmiri language for the first time. The historic edition was formally unveiled by President Droupadi Murmu on Constitution Day, November 27, and is now available on the official website of the Union Law Ministry. What sets this [] The post Kashmiri Edition of Constitution Marks Cultural and Linguistic Milestone appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jan 1 : The Mughal Road and Sinthan Top Road connecting Kashmir with the Jammu region were closed for vehicular traffic following snowfall, officials said. However, the JammuSrinagar national highway remained open for vehicular traffic, with commuters advised to prefer travel on the highway during daytime in view of the inclement weather. The Mughal [] The post Mughal Road, SinthanTop Rd shut due to heavy snowfall appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 1: Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education has discarded the old syllabus which was in vogue for the Failure students. The failure/ re-appear candidates of classes 10, 11 and 12 under the old syllabus were accordingly given multiple chances to pass the examination. In line with the Board regulations, the syllabus [] The post JKBOSE drops old syllabus in 2026 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 1:Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has decided to shelve the proposal of JKPDD seeking nod to charge an extra 20 percent charge on electricity consumption during morning and evening hours in the UT. JERC said that the petitioners (JPDCL and KPDCL) had proposed to modify the [] The post JERC shelves PDDs 20 pc peak hour surcharge proposal appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 1:A surprise vigilance check on a train from Srinagar to Mata Vaishno Devi Katra led to the detection of cash irregularities and ticketless passengers, resulting in recovery of Rs 46,960 in undeclared and penalised amounts. A vigilance check was conducted on Train No. 26402 running from SINA (Srinagar) to SVDK (Shri Mata [] The post Jammu Rail Div collects Rs 3.73 Cr fine in 9 months appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 1:A surprise vigilance check on a train from Srinagar to Mata Vaishno Devi Katra led to the detection of cash irregularities and ticketless passengers, resulting in recovery of Rs 46,960 in undeclared and penalised amounts. A vigilance check was conducted on Train No. 26402 running from SINA (Srinagar) to SVDK (Shri Mata [] The post NR Vigilance recovers over Rs 40,000 on SrinagarKatra Train appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 1: More than 150 over-ground workers (OGWs) of terror outfits are operating in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district, police said on Thursday. They also said that over 1,500 cordon and search operations (CASOs) were undertaken in the district in 2025 as part of the anti-terror campaign. Over 151 OGWs are operating in [] The post 150 OGWs active in Kishtwar, say cops appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jan 1: A unique controversy has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir on New Years Day in the J&K Champions League tournament. Cricketer Furqan Bhatt, a specialist batter, was seen using a helmet that had a Palestine flag on it. Videos of this went viral quickly and Bhatt has been summoned by the state [] The post J&K Cricketer banned for using Palestine flag on helmet; summoned by police appeared first on Northlines .