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Major issues relating to functioning of Parliament are involved By T N Ashok NEW DELHI: Indias Parliament faces a constitutional and political confrontation after BJP MP Nishikant Dubey signalled his intent to seek the expulsion of Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, over alleged associations with the Open Society Foundations and questions about [] The post Can LOP Rahul Gandhi be expelled for his alleged foreign links? appeared first on Northlines .

Rudraprayag: The portals of Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhands Garhwal Himalayas will reopen for devotees on April 22 at 8 am after the six-month winter closure, officials of the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee said on Sunday. The auspicious date and timing were decided on Mahashivratri at the shrines winter seat, Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, following rituals [] The post Kedarnath Temple to reopen on April 22 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi/Srinagar, Feb 15: Security agencies have uncovered and frozen more than 8,000 mule accounts across Jammu and Kashmir over the past three years, exposing a vast money-laundering network linked to global cyber scams and raising concerns that routed funds could be diverted for separatist or anti-national activities, officials said. Described as the most crucial [] The post Over 8,000 Mule Accounts Frozen in J&K; Agencies Fear Terror Funding Link appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi/Srinagar, Feb 15: A white-collar terror module busted by Jammu and Kashmir Police has revealed that a group of radicalised doctors and associates formed a new outfit, Ansar Interim, to plan attacks in J&K and across Indias hinterland, officials said, adding that the case is now being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). [] The post White-Collar Terror Module: Doctors Formed Ansar Interim for J&K, Hinterland Attacks appeared first on Northlines .

United Nations, Feb 15: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has described India as a very successful emerging economy with growing global influence and said it is the right place to host the upcoming IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026, stressing that Artificial Intelligence must benefit all nations, not just major powers. Congratulating India for convening the February 1620 [] The post India Right Venue for Global AI Dialogue, Says UN Chief Guterres appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha will take up the debate and vote on the oppositions no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla on March 9, the first day of the second part of the Budget Session, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said, warning that continued disruptions by opposition parties would hurt them politically. Rijiju [] The post No-Confidence Motion Against Speaker Birla to Be Debated, Voted on March 9: Rijiju appeared first on Northlines .

Prayagraj, Feb 15: More than two million devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam since Brahmamuhurta on Mahashivratri, the sixth and final bathing festival marking the 44th and concluding day of the annual Magh Mela in Uttar Pradesh. Authorities expect the total footfall to reach around 10 million by the end of the [] The post Over 2 Million Take Holy Dip at Sangam on Mahashivratri; 10 Million Expected as Magh Mela Concludes appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 14: Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma reviewed the security framework and operational preparedness of the forces deployed in the Kashmir valley, the Army said. The Army commander also visited a strategic logistics echelon in Kashmir to review its operational preparedness, it said. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, conducted a comprehensive review [] The post Nr Army Commander reviews security framework appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 14: The Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) sentenced two overground workers (OGWs) of the Pakistan Army-backed banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) to a maximum of 15 years imprisonment. The convicts were found guilty of providing shelter, food, and logistic support to a heavily armed Pakistani terrorist who had infiltrated into Jammu [] The post LeT duo sentenced to 15 Yrs for assisting Pakistani terrorists in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 14: Police in Doda district have pasted posters at several strategic locations seeking information about a Pakistani commander of the banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad, an official said on Saturday. Senior Superintendent of Police, Doda Sandeep Mehta said the Pakistani terrorist, identified as Saifullah, is believed holed up in Chatroo belt of adjoining Kishtwar [] The post Posters of wanted JeM Terrorist surfaces in Doda appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 14: Scores of Congress workers and leaders, including party general secretary Syed Naseer Hussain and Jammu and Kashmir unit chief Tariq Hameed Karra, were detained here on Saturday as police stopped a march that they had taken out, officials said. Police took action after hundreds of Congress activists, including women, gathered at the [] The post Police stop Congs march to Lok Bhawan, leaders detained appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 14: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmirs Kathua district on Saturday imposed restrictions on unnecessary movement within a five-kilometre belt along the International Border, citing the possibility of cross-border firing and the need to prevent anti-national activities and safeguard villagers. Kathua District Magistrate Rajesh Sharma issued the order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya [] The post Kathua DM imposes 60-day curbs near IB appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 14: The Union Cabinet has approved the launch of the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) with a total central assistance of Rs 1 lakh crore, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. Under the scheme, central assistance will cover 25 per cent of a projects cost, provided that at least 50 per cent [] The post Centre Okays Rs 1 Lakh Cr Urban Challenge Fund appeared first on Northlines .

Pulwama, Feb 14:Paying rich tributes to the 40 personnel killed in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) GP Singh on Saturday said that paramilitary force is duty-bound to eliminate all forms of terrorism from the country. Talking to the reporters here, Singh described the anniversary as an [] The post 2019 Pulwama Attack Anniversary | Duty-bound to wipe out all forms of terrorism from nation: CRPF DG appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 14:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have extended their heartiest greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, which will be celebrated tomorrow on February 15. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: On the sacred occasion of Mahashivratri, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to [] The post LG, CM extend greetings on Mahashivratri, Herath appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 14:As part of breakthrough against cross-border drug trafficking, Jammu Police in joint operation with 165 Battalion BSF recovered 6.582 kilograms of heroin worth approximately rupees 40 crore from wheat fields in the R S Pura sector near the International Border. The narcotics, suspected to have been dropped by a drone from across [] The post Rs 40 Cr heroin seized in suspected drone drop near R S Pura appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday emphasized that technology-driven and organic farming solutions are essential to strengthen the rural economy of Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing the inauguration of the 11th AgriTech Mela, GONGUL-2026, at the Shalimar campus of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, he said the government is [] The post Omar calls for Tech-Driven, organic farming appeared first on Northlines .

Every Indian draws strength from their enduring courage: PM Modi Vice-Prez; HM,LG Sinha,Kharge, Rahul pay homage Jammu Tawi, Feb 14:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders across the political spectrum on Saturday paid rich tributes to the 40 CRPF personnel who lost their lives in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, saying their sacrifice continues to [] The post Nation remembers Pulwama martyrs on 7th anniversary appeared first on Northlines .

A Small Gift, a Simple Man, and a Silent Heartbreak By Syed Majid Gilani Some men do not dream of extraordinary things. They do not chase fame. They do not run after wealth. They do not measure life in achievements or applause. They simply ask Allah for small blessings a steady income, [] The post From Book Fair to Courtroom appeared first on Northlines .

BP leader Anutin Charvirakul is best placed to form the new Govt By Tirthankar Mitra Dramatic turnaround of a political party is not unheard of in electoral politics. But not often does a political outfit rise from 13 per cent of national vote cast in an election to forming a government in the subsequent [] The post Bhumjaithai Party wins landslide victory in Thailand stunning its rivals appeared first on Northlines .

Benchs suggestion for a platform fro information sharing makes sense By Akhil Yadav The Supreme Court on Monday February 9 heard the suo motu case on digital arrest scams. The Court sharply questioned banks over their failure to flag suspicious transactions and pressed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on regulatory oversight, even as [] The post Supreme Court calls Digital Arrest Frauds Robbery and Dacoity appeared first on Northlines .

.By Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora Mahashivratri is the festival of Lord Shiva. Mahashivratri is celebrated with great pomp and show in all parts of India. Along with India, Mahashivratri is also celebrated in many other countries around the world, including Nepal and Mauritius. Every year, the Mahashivratri fast is observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of the [] The post Special on Mahashivratri: A Festival of Deep Religious Significance appeared first on Northlines .

Puran Chand Sharma Recently in January 2026, University Grants Commission,(UGC), Indias statutory Regulator for higher education has notified the promotion of Equity in Higher education Institutions Regulations, 2026, replacing the earlier 2012 anti discrimination framework with rules that are legally binding and enforceable across all universities and colleges. Key Provisions:- Establishment of Equal Opportunity [] The post Understanding the UGC guidelines, controversy, stay and the workable s

Looking at the grave situation with regard to the spread of terminal disease across J&K, it has become imperative that the government should ponder seriously over the issue of what could be done to prevent cancer prevalence at the very first place as treatment and other panaceas are secondary. Reportedly, 32,425 cancer cases have surfaced [] The post Cancer surge alarms J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 14: The Union Cabinet has approved the launch of a 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) to drive market-led urban transformation, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. The government said the initiative is expected to catalyse a total investment of 4 lakh crore in the urban sector over the next [] The post Cabinet Approves Rs 1 Lakh Crore Urban Challenge Fund To Drive Market-Led Urban Transformation appeared first on Northlines .

Dibrugarh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Emergency Landing Facility on Moran Bypass, developed along a national highway in Dibrugarh district of Assam. The Prime Minister, who is on a day-long visit to Assam, landed at the Emergency Landing Facility this morning. The Prime Minister also witnessed the aerial display of Fighters [] The post PM Modi inaugurates Emergency Landing Facility in Dibrugarh, Assam appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Feb 14: In a stepped-up anti-terror campaign, police in Doda district have put up posters at strategic locations seeking public assistance to trace active terrorists, including a Pakistani commander of the banned Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit identified as Saifullah, officials said on Saturday. The posters, carrying photographs and brief details of the suspects, have been [] The post J&K: Wanted Terrorists Posters Surface Across Doda Amid Ongoing Operations appeared first on Northlines .

154 posts in 61 different categories still vacant Vacancies referred to Broadcast Engineering Consultants India Limited ARVIND SHARMA JAMMU, Feb 13: Even after more than one and a half year since it started its operation, the high-tech AIIMS at Vijaypur in Jammu is now faced with severe shortage of staff in sixty one (61) different [] The post Jammu AIIMS struggling to become fully functional appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Feb 14: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday paid heartfelt tributes to the 40 CRPF personnel who were martyred in the Pulwama terror attack on February 14, 2019, recalling their supreme sacrifice and unwavering dedication to the nation. In a post on X, the Lt Governor said, Humble tributes to the [] The post LG Sinha Pays Tributes To CRPF Jawans Martyred In Pulwama Attack appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 14: Security forces foiled a major cross-border narcotics smuggling attempt along the International Border (IB) on Saturday, seizing over 4 kg of heroin valued at more than 20 crore, officials said. The contraband was recovered during a joint operation by the Border Security Force (BSF) and police in a forward village of the [] The post Drone-Dropped Heroin Worth 20 Crore Seized Along IB in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Feb 13 : The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Friday passed grants worth Rs 3,241.77 crore for public health engineering, Rs 1,524.82 crore for forest, ecology and environment, Rs 1,606.99 crore for irrigation and flood control and Rs 406.01 crore for tribal affairs. The grants for the departments were passed through a voice vote [] The post JK Assembly passes grants for Jal Shakti, Forest, Tribal Affairs Depts appeared first on Northlines .

White Knight Corps GOC reviews operational preparedness Jammu Tawi, Feb 13 : Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma has reviewed security measures aimed at strengthening the counter-terrorism framework at a joint meeting in Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district, officials said on Friday. The Army commander chaired the weekly joint control centres meeting in virtual [] The post Nr Army Commander review security measures appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday informed the Assembly that over 12,000 kilograms of rotten and unsafe meat has been seized and destroyed across the Union Territory during the current financial year 2025-26 (up to December 2025). Replying to a question in the House, the Health & Medical Education Department, [] The post 12,000 Kg rotten meat seized in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:Senior National Conference (NC) leader Qamar Ali Akhoon and former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Devsar, Peerzada Ghulam Ahmad Shah passed away on Friday. Both were former ministers. Akhoon, a senior political leader from Kargil, served as NC Additional General Secretary, cabinet minister and was a former Advisor to Chief Minister [] The post LG, CM, Speaker pay tributes to Akhoon, Peerzada appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:To manage the expected rush during Holi, Northern Railway will run special reserved trains from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to New Delhi and Varanasi, officials said on Friday. According to the officials from Jammu Division, special train numbers 04081/04082 will run between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, while [] The post Nr Railway to run Holi special trains from Katra to Delhi, Varanasi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed uproar on Friday after BJP member Vikram Randhawa claimed that people hailing from Kashmir valley have encroached land in Jammu city. Replying to a question by Randhawa during Question Hour in the Assembly, Social Welfare Minister Sakina Itoo said that, according to available records, land measuring 688 kanals [] The post BJP MLA says people from Kashmir encroaching upon land in Jammu, triggers uproar in House appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:At least 61 percent seats remain unfilled in Government Degree Colleges of Jammu and Kashmir due to lack of student enrolmentsraising a question on functioning of higher education department. The official figures reveal that the total admissions during the previous session stood at 45,438 with officials claiming that it was higher than [] The post Hr Education Conundrum, 61 pc seats vacant in J&K colleges appeared first on Northlines .

39898 claims rejected, 6097 accepted Jammu Tawi, Feb 13:Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday revealed that it has rejected 87 percent of claims under the Forest Rights Act-2006. In response to a cut motion moved by Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone, Minister in-charge, Forests, Environment and Climate Change, Javed Ahmad Rana disclosed that 6097 [] The post 87 pc claims rejected under Forest Rights Act in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 13:The Government of India on Friday informed the Lok Sabha that three complaints of sexual harassment at workplace have been reported from Jammu and Kashmir in Government offices and affiliated departments since the launch of the SHe-Box portal in August 2024. Replying to Unstarred Question No. 2490, raised by MP Sudama Prasad, [] The post 3 Sexual Harassment complaints reported in JK since 2024 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Feb 13:The Government of India has informed the Lok Sabha that while the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Vijaypur in Jammu division is fully functional, the AIIMS at Awantipora in Kashmir division is still under construction. Replying to unstarred Question No. 2466 in the Lok Sabha, raised by MP Abhishek [] The post AIIMS Vijaypur functional, AIIMS Awantipora under construction appeared first on Northlines .

By Ravi Rohmetra Maha Shivratri, which literally translates to the Great Night of Shiva, is a Hindu festival widely celebrated in India as well as in Nepal. The festival is observed on the new moon day in the month of Maagha according to the Hindu calendar. The day is celebrated to venerate Lord Shiva, an [] The post Maha Shivratri: The Great Night of Lord Shiva appeared first on Northlines .

Returning after an exile of 17 years, he faces his toughest challenge now By T N Ashok After 17 years in London exile, Tarique Rahman is poised to become Bangladeshs next prime minister following his Bangladesh Nationalist Partys decisive victory in Thursdays elections a watershed moment that ends nearly two decades of political [] The post Bangladeshs PM designate Tarique Rahman has to revive a battered economy appeared first on Northlines .

India now has opportunity to mend fences with its eastern neighbour By Nitya Chakraborty The landslide win of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in the national elections in Bangladesh held on February 12 is a positive development in the geopolitics of not only South Asia, but also augurs well for the bilateral relationship between [] The post BNPs landslide victory in Bangladesh elections is a good omen appeared first on Northlines .

byDr. P.V. Laxmiprasad It is commonly believed that being aggressive leads to failure. In contrast, being patient has many benefits.Great figures in history show this truth. They didnt succeed on their first try. They worked for years with patience.Patience is a quality that directly affects people. Ghazali captures it well when he says that desires [] The post The Impact of Patience on Life appeared first on Northlines .

It is praiseworthy that the Jammu and Kashmir Road Transport Corporation has proposed the procurement of 200 additional electric buses under the Prime Ministers e-Drive scheme. Besides this, the Housing and Urban Development Department is also procuring 100 new e-buses under a separate initiative, ensuring better transportation facilities while having a limited effect on the [] The post Electric Buses Transform J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Feb 13: Security forces on Friday conducted surprise checking in the Lal Chowk area of the city here ahead of the seventh anniversary of the 2019 Pulwama suicide attack that left 40 CRPF personnel dead, officials said. Teams of the Jammu and Kashmir Police carried out surprise checking and searches in the commercial hub [] The post Security Forces Carry Out Searches In Lal Chowk Ahead Of Pulwama Attack Anniversary appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled the name of the new government building complex Seva Teerth in the national capital and is scheduled to formally inaugurate it along with Kartavya Bhavan-1 and 2 later in the day. The Prime Minister will also address a public programme at Seva Teerth in the evening. [] The post PM Modi Unveils Seva Teerth Complex in New Delhi appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly witnessed uproar on Friday after BJP MLA Vikram Randhawa alleged that people from the Kashmir Valley have encroached upon government land in Jammu city, drawing strong objections from ruling members. Replying to a question raised by Randhawa during Question Hour, Social Welfare Minister Sakina Itoo said [] The post BJP MLA Alleges Valley Residents Encroaching JDA Land in Jammu; House Witnesses Uproar appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned for a break on Friday, concluding the first phase of the Budget Session, and will reconvene on March 9 for the second leg scheduled to run till April 2. The session had commenced on January 28 with President Droupadi Murmu addressing a joint sitting of the Lok [] The post Budget Sessions First Phase Concludes; Parliament to Reassemble on March 9 appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha was adjourned for recess on Friday and will reassemble on March 9, marking the end of the first phase of the ongoing Budget Session. When the House met after an initial adjournment at 12 noon, several Ministers laid papers related to their respective Ministries on the table. Presiding Officer Sandhya [] The post Lok Sabha Adjourned; House to Reassemble on March 9 appeared first on Northlines .