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Jammu Tawi, Mar 5: The Government of Jammu and Kashmirs General Administration Department (GAD) on Thursday issued an order regarding transfers and postings of several officials in the interest of administration. According to Government Order No. 284-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated March 5, 2026, the following transfers and postings have been ordered with immediate effect: Anuradha [] The post Nine Officials shifted appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 5: The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has apprehended a habitual fake job fraudster from Faridabad, Haryana, who had allegedly cheated several innocent youths from Srinagar by promising overseas job placements, particularly in Armenia. According to officials, a special team of SCW tracked and arrested the accused, identified as Farhat [] The post Crime Branch arrests fake job fraudster from Faridabad appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 5 : Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visited the twin border districts of Poonch and Rajouri and reviewed the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations, officials said on Thursday. The Army commander commended the troops for their high state of morale and professionalism while guarding the borderline. Lt Gen [] The post Nr Army Commander reviews counter-terror ops appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 5:Day temperatures remained 7-9 degrees Celsius above normal in many parts of Kashmir and 6-11 degrees above normal in several areas of Jammu division, the Meteorological Department said on Thursday. According to the IMD data, the highest maximum temperature in Kashmir division was recorded at Muzaffarabad at 27.0 degrees Celsius, while in [] The post MeT predicts light rain from March 7 to 9 appeared first on Northlines .

Kavinder appointed Himachal Governor The President of India has accepted the resignation of Dr C.V. Ananda Bose, Governor of West Bengal and reshuffled nine governors and LGs New Delhi: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has approved a major reshuffle in the appointments of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across several states and Union Territories. In [] The post President orders reshuffle of Governors, LGs appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 5:The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India is visiting Jammu & Kashmir to participate in a programme relating to the conduct of the Census-the largest headcount exercise in the country, being held after a gap of 15 years. Sources said that Census Commissioner Mritunjay Kumar Narayan is expected to participate in [] The post Census Commissioner to visit J&K Monday appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 5:In the coming ten years Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are unlikely to meet 9.5 Billion Units (BU) of electrical energy requirement considering the existing and planned capacity contracts. The official documents revealed that, Considering the existing and planned capacity contracts, the UTs will not be able to meet its electrical energy [] The post Energy Emergency: 9.5 billion units power gap looms over J&K, Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 5:Calling upon youth to become job creators instead of job seekers, Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Thursday said agriculture and allied sectors hold immense potential for startups, value addition and entrepreneurship programmes in the region. Addressing a Startup Outreach Programme organised under the Jammu and Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied [] The post Youth should explore innovation beyond Govt jobs: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, March 5: Kavinder Gupta, the present Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, has been appointed as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh. Expressing his gratitude on being entrusted with the new responsibility, he thanked Droupadi Murmu, Narendra Modi and Amit Shah for their trust. In his message, Kavinder Gupta said that it is a matter of great [] The post Kavinder expresses gratitude to Prez, PM, HM appeared first on Northlines .

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the healthcare sector in various innovative ways. AI-based tools can diagnose and predict diseases, streamline clinical practices, improve hospital management, assist in drug discoveries and aid in healthcare research. However, integration of AI in healthcare is not without its obstacles and challenges. There is a significant lack of diverse and representative [] The post Trust, Diversity and Inclusion: AI in Healthcare appeared first on Northlines .

Mohammad Hanief As the holy month of Ramadan begins, millions of people across the world enter a period of disciplined fasting, spiritual reflection, and moral introspection. From dawn to dusk, food and drink are set asidenot as an act of deprivation, but as a conscious exercise in restraint. While the spiritual essence of Ramadan [] The post Holy Ramadan: Recalibrating Body, Mind and the Modern Way of Life appeared first on Northlines .

By Er. Rajesh Pathak, Bhopal Supreme Court recently dismissed the challenge to the Chhattisgarh High Court judgement, in which the installation of hoardingswhich, notably, prohibited the entry of Christian padres and their likes indulging in conversion activitiesby the Gram Sabhas of 8 tribal villages of some districts including Kanker was upheld as per law. Gram [] The post No longer easy to convert Hindu Tribals through the deception! appeared first on Northlines .

RBI Notification Sparks Concern Over Dogri Exclusion By Mohd. Yaseen When a language recognized by the Constitution is ignored in its own homeland, it is not a minor administrative oversight. It is a serious lapse that raises fundamental questions about fairness, representation, and institutional sensitivity. The recent Assistant recruitment notification issued by the Reserve [] The post Dogri Omission Exposes Gap Between Constitution and Practice appeared first on Northlines .

Puran Chand Sharma At the outset I deem it appropriate to narrate a Moral Story for the enlightened and valued readers to enable and assist in understanding and fully grasping the meaning and significance of CONTENTMENT which seems to be the rarest of the rare, but most valued advice and learning for all human beings [] The post Contentment Leads To Happiness appeared first on Northlines .

Remittances, energy, key export sectors facing mounting risks By T N Ashok As the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran spills deeper into the Gulf region, Indiathousands of miles away from the battlefieldfinds itself confronting a cascade of economic risks that extend far beyond rising oil prices. For decades, the Middle [] The post After five days of Iran war, India has started feeling the impact appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. David Leffler The conflict with Iran continues to strain military resources, elevate geopolitical risk, and destabilize the Middle East. Policymakers and defense leaders face a strategic environment where conventional tools alone cannot resolve the deeper forces driving hostility. Invincible Defense Technology (IDT), a non-religious, field-tested, scientifically validated approach offers a practical and [] The post Invincible Defense Technology: A strategic asset for ending the war with

Jammu, Srinagar, Shopian worst affected, Over 1 lakh cases reported since 2023 Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Mar 05: The number of patients suffering from various waterborne diseases in the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has been increasing since the last three years as well over one lakh such cases are being reported [] The post Contaminated water triggers sharp rise in diseases across J&K appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. Rajesh Kumar Jain, Principal Director Surgical Oncology, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital Gynecological cancers, affecting the female reproductive system, remain a major health concern for women worldwide, including in India. These include cervical, ovarian, uterine, and others that often go undetected until advanced stages. Recent medical progress offers hope through better treatments, [] The post Womens Health Focus: Advances & Challenges in Gynaecological Cancer Care appeared first

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday unveiled the official mascots and soft-launched four digital platforms that will power Census 2027, Indias first fully digital population census, with its initial phase scheduled to begin on April 1. Shah introduced the mascots Pragati (female) and Vikas (male) symbolising equal participation of women [] The post Amit Shah Unveils Mascots, Launches Digital Tools for Census-2027 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India and Finland agree that military conflict alone cannot resolve global disputes and reiterated their support for efforts aimed at bringing peace to regions affected by war, including Ukraine and West Asia. Addressing a joint press meet with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, PM Modi said [] The post Military conflict cannot resolve issues, India and Finland support peace efforts in Ukraine and West Asia: PM Modi appeared first on Nort

New Delhi, Mar 5: Jay Shah, chairman of the International Cricket Council, met members of the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team following their historic triumph in the Ranji Trophy, where they defeated eight-time champions Karnataka cricket team to secure their maiden title. Jammu and Kashmir clinched the championship at the Hubli Cricket Ground on February [] The post ICC Chief Jay Shah Meets J&K Players After Historic Ranji Trophy Victory appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 5: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday expressed concern over the reported sinking of an Iranian warship, saying the vessel and its crew had recently visited India for a multilateral naval exercise. The development follows a major escalation in West Asia after a US submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Voices Concern Over Attack on Iranian Warship appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 5: The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has directed all treasuries in the Union Territory not to release payments to contractors or executing agencies involved in development works unless they produce a valid Royalty Clearance Certificate (RCC). According to an official communication issued by Director Geology and Mining S.P. Rukwal, [] The post J&K Govt Makes Royalty Clearance Certificate Mandatory for Contractor Payments appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 5: Normal life in Kashmir remained affected for the fifth consecutive day on Thursday as authorities continued to enforce partial restrictions on the movement and assembly of people following protests over the killing of Irans supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The restrictions were imposed on Monday after spontaneous protests erupted across the valley [] The post Restrictions Continue in Kashmir After Protests Over Khameneis Killing appeared first on Northlines .

United Nations, Mar 5: India has called on the international community to act collectively against Islamic State (ISIS) and Al-Qaeda and their proxies, stressing that terrorism remains an existential threat to international peace and security. Speaking at the annual ambassadorial-level briefing of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism to member states, First Secretary at Indias [] The post India Urges Global Action Against ISIS, Al Qaeda at UN appeared first on Northlines .

Colombo: Sri Lankas navy has recovered 87 bodies and rescued 32 people after an Iranian warship sank in the Indian Ocean off the countrys coast following an attack by a US submarine, officials said on Wednesday. According to Sri Lankas Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, the navy launched a rescue operation after receiving information that the [] The post 87 Bodies Recovered After Iranian Warship Sinks Off Sri Lanka Coast appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 4: Restrictions remained in force on Wednesday for the third consecutive day in parts of Kashmir, while mobile internet services continued to be throttled to prevent further protests over the killing of Irans Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The curbs were enforced strictly in areas with sizeable Shia populations. In Srinagar, heavy deployment [] The post Kashmir under restrictions to curb protests over Khamenei killing appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar: Police have registered FIRs against ruling National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi and former Srinagar Mayor Junaid Azim Mattu for allegedly circulating false and misleading content online, even as PDP president Mehbooba Mufti termed the action egregiously unwarranted and demanded immediate withdrawal of the cases. A police spokesperson said Srinagar Police acted on [] The post FIRs Against Ruhullah, Mattu Over Misleading Posts; Mehbooba Seeks Withdrawal appeared first on Northl

Tehran, Mar 4: Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Khamenei, has been elected as the next Supreme Leader of Iran, Israeli media reported. He was chosen as Khameneis successor by Irans Assembly of Experts, reports added. Khamenei, who ruled the country for 36 years, was killed in the joint US-Israeli strikes on February 28 when [] The post Mojtaba, Son Of Khamenei, Elected Irans New Supreme Leader: Report appeared first on Northlines .

Reviews law & order situation; appeals for calm and communal harmony Jammu/Srinagar, Mar 3: A day after theMinistry of Home Affairs(MHA) issued a nationwide security alert to all States and Union Territories in view of the prevailing geopolitical situation, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant GovernorManoj Sinhaon Tuesday directed officials to maintain heightened vigil and ensure public [] The post MHA issues nationwide alert; Sinha calls for heightened vigil in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Condemns Ayatollah Ali Khameneis killing, attack on Iran Jammu Tawi, Mar 3:Condemning the killing of Iran Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and attack on Iran, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday appealed to the mourners to maintain calm and not to take law into their hands. Talking to reporters here, CM Omar said, I understand [] The post Dont take law into your hands, maintain clam: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Dry conditions to prevail in J&K till March 6, says IMD Jammu Tawi, Mar 3:February 2026 has emerged as one of the driest months on record across Jammu and Kashmir, with several meteorological stations reporting either their lowest-ever rainfall or figures close to historic lows, according to data. According to independent weatherman Faizan Arif of [] The post Record-Dry Feb 2026: Jammu sees zero rainfall, Srinagar lowest since 1960 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 3:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the eve of Holi which will be celebrated tomorrow on March 04. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: On the festive occasion of Holi, I convey my warm greetings to the people. I [] The post LG, CM greet people on Holi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 3 : In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Jammu Division of Northern Railway has undertaken transportation of rare zoo animals from Jammu to Chennai by train, marking a significant milestone in long-distance wildlife transit. Two leopard cats and two black bears were dispatched from Jammu Railway Station on Tuesday in a special parcel [] The post Two leopard cats, black bears sent to Chennai from Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 3 : Schools and colleges across Kashmir will remain closed till March 7 in the wake of protests against the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint air strike by the Israel and the US. All schools and colleges of Kashmir Division will remain closed till March 7, 2026, [] The post Schools, colleges to remain closed till March 7 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 3 : A Special NIA Court in Jammu has issued a Letter Rogatory to the competent judicial authority in China for assistance in tracing the supply chain and end-user details of a mobile phone linked to the probe into last years Pahalgam terror attack. The Special Judge passed the order in response [] The post Spl NIA Court issues Letter Rogatory to China in Pahalgam attack probe appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 3 : A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was hospitalised after he sustained a gunshot injury under suspected circumstances at a camp in Rajouri district on Tuesday, according to sources. The incident allegedly occurred at a CRPF camp in the Tandwal area near Rajouri. The sources mentioned that the jawan sustained [] The post CRPF personnel suffers gunshot injury, hospitalised appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 3: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Monday said that the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047 can become a reality only if development reaches every corner of the country, asserting that progress confined to a few states or regions would remain a dream and a slogan. Abdullash was addressing a national [] The post Viksit Bharat possible only when every region develops: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Petroleum Ministrys confidence on energy security to get a hit if war prolongs By T N Ashok For PMO and foreign ministry in New Delhi, the geography of the Persian Gulf has long been a source of both sustenance and anxiety. But as of this week, that anxiety has curdled into a full-blown systemic [] The post The Hormuz Heart Attack: Indias fragile hinge in a time of Iran war appeared first on Northlines .

By G L Raina, Ex-MLC Each year, thousands of kanals of fertile land quietly disappear under concrete. There are no dramatic headlines, no sudden catastrophe only a slow transformation that is steadily eroding the Valleys capacity to feed itself and sustain its economy. The recent warning by a legislator on the floor [] The post Shrinking Fields, Rising Risks: Why Kashmirs Land Loss Demands Action appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi has to make efforts to restore peace in the region in its own interests By Tirthankar Mitra Even as part of Middle East is under a shroud of a war locking Iran, America and Israel, another war is raging nearer home. Fighting along the Durand Line has intensified post Pakistan bombing Kabul [] The post Pakistans Afghan war has serious consequences for Indias security appeared first on Northlines .

Global Markets shaky, prepare for long term shocks to Economy By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The war that began with a lightning decapitation strike has settled into something far more uncertain. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that U.S. military operations against Iran could last four to five weeks and possibly far longer. [] The post Trump-Netanyahus Iran war may be prolonged involving more countries appeared first on Northlines .

The present scenario in the Middle East on account of geopolitical volatility and evolving security challenges should be taken seriously by the Indian government back home to take necessary steps for the safety of citizens in case the country faces a similar crisis. There is no doubt that the government has constructed a good number [] The post Safety Of Citizens Paramount appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 3: More than 17 lakh kanals of state land in Jammu and Kashmir are under encroachment, while over 75,000 kanals have been transferred to various government departments and agencies since 2019, according to official data. Out of a total 1,00,06,163.9 kanals of state land across the Union Territory, 17,27,246.5 kanals are recorded as [] The post Over 17 Lakh Kanals of State Land Under Encroachment in J&K; 75,000 Kanals Transferred Since 2019 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 3: Traffic Police City Jammu on Tuesday issued a comprehensive advisory ahead of Holi celebrations on March 4, 2026, outlining strict measures to ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety across the city. Anticipating heavy rush and public gatherings, authorities have imposed a complete ban on wrong and roadside parking to prevent congestion. [] The post No Wrong Parking, No Stunts: Traffic Police Issues Advisory Ahead Of Holi Celebrations appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Mahipal S Sachdev, Chairman & Founder, Centre for Sight As the festival of colours approaches, homes and streets across Indiaespecially in the northern regionsprepare to come alive with vibrant celebrations. Holi is a time for togetherness, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends. However, amid the festivities, it is equally important to remember [] The post Celebrate Holi with Joy, Keep Your Eyes Safe appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 3: National Investigation Agency has sought judicial assistance from China to trace a GoPro Hero 12 Black camera linked to the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 tourists dead. The agency will soon issue a Letter Rogatory (LR) to the competent judicial authority of the Peoples Republic of China [] The post NIA Seeks Chinas Help to Trace GoPro Used in Pahalgam Terror Attack appeared first on Northlines .

Seasonal rainfall 65 pc below normal Jammu Tawi, Mar 2: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded its seventh consecutive winter rainfall deficit, with the December 2025February 2026 period ending 65 per cent below normal. According to the data, the region received 100.6 mm of precipitation during the core winter months against a normal of [] The post 7th Consecutive Dry winter pushes J&K toward potential water crisis appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 2:With the Ministry of Education (MoE) mulling to introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the school curriculum, Jammu and Kashmir on the contrary is lacking the basic facilities of computers in over 60 percent of schoolsraising a question on future of students of the region. According to the official documents In J&K only [] The post MoE mulls AI in Curriculum; J&K lacks basic facilities appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 2:Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today conducted a surprise inspection of the office of Chief Engineer, Public Works Department (R&B) Jammu to assess its functioning and progress in both physical and financial areas. During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister reviewed the overall working of the office and called for prompt, efficient [] The post Surprise inspection conducted in Chief Engineer PWD Office appeared first on Northlines .