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Jammu Tawi, Mar 18 : An elaborate security net has been cast over the trek leading to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills for the Chaitra Navratras, an official said on Wednesday. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) CEO Sachin Kumar Vaishya said the entire shrine area, including the Bhawan and [] The post Heavy security at Vaishno Devi shrine for Navratri appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued a public notice seeking information, video recordings, and photographs from people who attended a marriage function where an assassination attempt was made on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah here. Police on Sunday constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the recent incident of [] The post Police seeks videos, photos, evidence from public on Farooq attack appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 18 : Kashmiri Pandits have renewed their resolve to celebrate Navreh, the first day of the New Year according to the Kashmiri Hindu calendar, in the Valley from next year, terming it a symbolic step towards reconnecting with their ancestral homeland, community members said. Navreh, which is celebrated by Kashmiri Pandits on [] The post KPs to celebrate Navreh in Kashmir from next yr appeared first on Northlines .

Chandigarh, Mar 18: The mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua does not deserve the concession of suspension of sentence at this stage, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has said while dismissing a plea from former temple caretaker Sanji Ram. Ram, who was caretaker of the devasthanam (temple) where [] The post 2018 Kathua rape-murder: P&H HC dismisses Accuseds plea seeking suspension of sentence appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 18: A few areas in the higher reaches of Jammu Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rain lashed most parts of the Valley on Wednesday, leading to a drop in temperature, officials said. Reports of fresh snowfall were received from Pir Ki Gali along the Mughal Road in Shopian district, and from Sonamarg, even [] The post Higher reaches of J&K receive fresh snow appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 18: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today called upon the people to organise daily or weekly evening aartis in the towns and villages nestled along the riverbanks of Jammu Division in collaboration with the local communities. I urge people to organise daily or weekly evening Aartis in towns and villages settled along the [] The post Sinha joins Shri Raghunath Jis Temple Aarti appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has tightened norms for treasury operations in the final week of March, issuing strict timelines and accountability measures to ensure smooth closure of the financial year 2025-26. In a circular issued today, all Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) have been directed to adhere to the [] The post Deadlines set for treasury work in J&Ks Fin yr-end rush appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Mar 18: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has disposed of a batch of writ petitions in the high-profile case of Gulmarg hotels land lease after petitioners sought withdrawal to pursue resolution with the government. A bench comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal, earlier this month allowed the [] The post Gulmarg Lease Case: HC closes petitions as Parties Opt for Govt resolution appeared first on Northlines .

India can play a proactive role in working on a ceasefire in the West Asian war By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The Middle East is on fire. Not metaphorically literally. Since February 28, 2026, when U.S. and Israeli stealth assets struck 400 Iranian targets simultaneously in a surgical operation designed to [] The post UN General Assemblys emergency session on March 18 is of crucial importance appeared first on Northlines .

By Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora World Sparrow Day is dedicated to the tiny house sparrow and other birds. This day is observed annually on March 20 to raise awareness regarding the rapid decline in the sparrow population and to encourage people to protect these familiar birds. The objective of celebrating this day is to sensitize people [] The post Special Feature on World Sparrow Day The Sparrow: Natures Tiny Messenger appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit The decline of sparrows is a stark reminder of the impact of human activities on the environment. Their dwindling numbers are a symptom of a larger issue the degradation of our natural habitats and ecosystems. As urbanization and modernization continue to transform our surroundings, sparrows are struggling to [] The post Where Have All the Sparrows Gone? appeared first on Northlines .

By Er. Rajesh Pathak A few days back, a Lok Adalat organised on the premises of the Division Bench of the High Court, Gwalior, was marked by an unprecedented event. In view of International Womens Day, celebrated on 8th March, High Court Justice Anand Pathak took an inspiring initiative by nominating lady advocates as members [] The post Women at the Helm: High Court Gwaliors Inspiring Step Towards Empowerment appeared first on Northlines .

Islamabad has to pay a heavy price this time at the hands of TTP Jehadis By T N Ashok The protracted war between Pakistan and Afghanistan entered a critical phase on Monday following the death of about 400 persons in a Kabul Hospital due to air strikes by Pakistan. Kabul immediately talked of severe [] The post Pak-Afghan was enters a dangerous phase after Mondays Kabul massacre appeared first on Northlines .

(March 19-April 19 Campaign) Dr. Parveen Kumar* Soil is the most important and indispensible living natural resource. No form of life is possible without this resource. As a living resource, it is one of the most bio-diverse habitats on Earth hosting more than 50% of the planets species. A single teaspoon of healthy [] The post Bhumi Suposhan: Enriching Soil appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 18: The ruling National Conference (NC) is planning to introduce the Land Grant Bill 2025 in the upcoming Budget session, which is set to resume on March 27 in Jammu, aiming to restore land rights to the economically weaker sections. Party spokesperson and MLA Tanvir Sadiq described the legislation as very important for [] The post NC to introduce Land Grant Bill as J&K Budget session resumes on March 27 appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Mar 18: General Officer Commanding (GOC), Rising Star Corps, Lieutenant General Rajan Sharawat on Wednesday reviewed the operational preparedness of troops in the Bani-Machhedi sector of Kathua district in Jammu and Kashmir. The officer assessed the readiness of forces deployed in the sensitive mountainous belt, which has witnessed multiple attacks and encounters over the [] The post Rising Star Corps GoC Reviews Operational Preparedness in Kathua Sector appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha has extended the tenure of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the One Nation, One Election bills till the first day of the last week of the Monsoon Session 2026. The move was approved through a voice vote in the House. The legislation aims to introduce simultaneous elections to the [] The post JPC on One Nation, One Election Gets Extension Till Monsoon Session 2026 appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Mar 18: Security forces have launched search operations across Rajouri, Doda and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist movement, officials said on Wednesday. A combing operation was initiated late Tuesday in Khandli and adjoining areas near Palma in Rajouri after locals reported seeing two suspicious individuals moving through a [] The post J&K: Search Operations Launched After Suspicious Movement in Rajouri, Doda, Poonch appeared first on Northlin

SRINAGAR, Mar 17: A Consumer Forum in Jammu and Kashmir has directed IndiGo airline to pay 1.19 lakh to two passengers after their checked-in baggage went missing during their return from Saudi Arabia. The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission Baramulla/Bandipora ordered 89,000 for the lost baggage, 20,000 for mental agony, and 10,000 as litigation expenses. [] The post IndiGo Ordered to Pay 1.19 Lakh Compensation for Lost Baggage in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

INDORE, Mar 18: Seven people were killed early Wednesday when an explosion at an electric vehicle (EV) charging point outside a three-storey house in Brajeshwari Annex Colony, Indore, triggered a massive fire, officials said. Cooking gas cylinders inside the house also exploded, intensifying the blaze. Assistant Commissioner of Police Kundan Mandloi said the fire broke [] The post 7 Dead After Explosion at EV Charging Point Sparks House Fire in Indore appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 17: Deputy Inspector General of Police, Udhampur-Reasi range, Sarah Rizvi on Tuesday reviewed security arrangements at the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi and along the pilgrimage route ahead of the Navratri festival, set to begin March 19, officials said. Chairing a joint security review meeting at Katra, the base camp for the [] The post Higher vigil along Vaishno Devi yatra route ahead of Navratri: DIG appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, MARCH 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday hosted Iftaar at Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Center here, bringing together people from different walks of life in the spirit of harmony and togetherness during the holy month of Ramadan. The Iftaar was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javid Ahmad Dar [] The post Omar hosts Iftaar; emphasizes unity, compassion appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case, imposing strict conditions on his release after more than eight years in custody. In its March 12 order, a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said prolonged incarceration without timely trial [] The post Terror Funding Case: SC grants bail to Shabir Shah with strict conditions appeared first on Northlines .

United Nations, March 17: At the United Nations General Assembly, India strongly criticised Pakistan for what it described as fabricating imaginative narratives of Islamophobia while ignoring issues within its own borders. Speaking during a session marking the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Indias Permanent Representative Parvathaneni Harish questioned Pakistans credibility on the issue. Harish pointed [] The post India slams Pakistan at UNGA over religious persecution, Afghanistan ai

No DPC meeting of this Deptt held in 45 years Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Mar 17: Tourism is the backbone of the economy of the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) but due to the official apathy the frontline officers responsible for promoting tourism and implementing various government schemes at ground level are [] The post Is this tourism promotion of CMs Deptt? appeared first on Northlines .

Warns of heavy price for disrupting peace Jammu Tawi, Mar 17:Asserting that Jammu and Kashmir will be terror-free soon, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that anyone who threatens peace, law and order, or the safety of innocent civilians in the Union Territory will have to pay a very heavy price. Addressing the Passing [] The post LG Sinha vows terror-free J&K soon appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 17:Revealing that Jammu and Kashmir Police have changed tactics to counter terror, Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Tuesday said the force is now carrying out operations in dense forests and mountainous areas to neutralise terrorists operating in the region. Addressing a passing out parade of the constables at the STC [] The post JK Police shift battle to jungles, mountains to crush terror networks: DGP appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri (Jammu), Mar 17:The J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau on Tuesday said they have arrested, a meter reader posted in PDD Rajouri, after catching him red-handed while accepting a bribe of rupees 30,000 from a complainant in exchange for reducing an inflated electricity bill. In a statement issued, a spokesperson said the J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau registered a [] The post ACB traps PDD official for accepting Bribe appeared first on Northlines .

Calls for close monitoring of JTFRP, greater focus on disaster preparedness New Delhi, Mar 17:The Department-related Standing Committee on the Ministry of Home Affairs has observed that there has been a moderate increase in the allocation for Jammu & Kashmir in the Budget Estimates for 202627 compared to the previous year. In its report tabled [] The post Moderate increase in J&Ks central assistance allocation for 202627 appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Reasi, March 17: Jammu and Kashmir Police has finally tightened noose againstrampant illegal sand mining by intercepting and seizing vehicles during a naka at Bambla Chowk, here. According to reports the police intercepted a tractor bearing registration number JK11 C9280 for allegedly transporting illegal sand. The tractor was also reportedly seized by the [] The post Police tightens noose against illegal sand mining in Reasi appeared first on Northlines .

Although snow and rain spells in J&K have delayed the summer season for awhile,surely the tourist season is about to start with the onset of Navratri Festival this week. Already the markets and other places are abuzz with activity making it necessary for the government to gear up the security grid as anti-national elements could [] The post Brace Up Security appeared first on Northlines .

Tushi Deb Is India recalibrating its approach to the West Asia crisis? Every time a conflict erupts in West Asia, the same question echoes across television studios and editorial pages: whose side will India take? With tensions around Iran spiralling into an open confrontation, the debate has returned with predictable urgency. Should India back Iran? [] The post Middle East Crisis: India Walks the Diplomatic Tightrope appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Harish Rana, a 32-year-old man from Ghaziabad, bid a tearful goodbye to the world on March 14, 2026, after a 13-year-long battle for life. His family, surrounded by loved ones and spiritual leaders, spent his final moments with him, seeking forgiveness and peace for his soul. Ranas story has sparked [] The post The Right to Die with Dignity Harish Ranas Case appeared first on Northlines .

One battle after another deserved to be the best film as also Paul Anderson as director By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: There are Oscar nights that feel like clerical exercises the industry awarding itself with the dutiful efficiency of a board meeting and then there are nights that feel like history [] The post Hollywood long night of reckoning: The 98th Oscars finally got it right appeared first on Northlines .

Opportunities, challenges, and policy interventions for Jammu & Kashmir By Dr. Parshant Bakshi Head, Fruit Science A Turning Point for Himalayan Horticulture Across the lush valleys of Kashmir and the rolling hills of Jammu, orchards have long been the lifeline of rural livelihoods. Apple trees swaying in the cool mountain breeze, walnut groves [] The post Transitioning to Natural Farming in Himalayan Horticulture Systems appeared first on Northlines .

On eighteenth day, the U.S. President looked clueless on his forward strategy By Nitya Chakraborty On Wednesday, the 18th day of the U.S.-Israel combos war against Iran, Trump got two bad news simultaneously which made him ponder on how to go about on his next forward strategy to ensure Irans submission to the U.S. [] The post Trump is facing his moment of Truth in Iran war with isolation from NATO appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Satwant Singh Rissam The Jammu region has always been a place where cultures blended like colors in a painting. People of different religions coexist here like an extended family, sharing diverse languages, arts, and a deep traditional culture that connects everyone. The lively sounds of Dogri folk songs tell ancient stories, while the touching [] The post Cultural Unity Sidetracked By Social Media appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 17: The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday urged the Centre to enact a law recognizing paternity leave as a social security benefit, stressing that parenting is a shared responsibility and not solely the mothers role. A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan made the observation while ruling that [] The post Parenthood Not a Solo Role: SC Pushes for Paternity Leave Law in India appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 17: The Department of Posts on Tuesday launched three premium delivery services offering 24-hour and 48-hour guaranteed timelines for urgent and time-sensitive consignments. The services 24 Speed Post, 24 Speed Post Parcel, and 48 Speed Post were unveiled by Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Initially, they will be available in six [] The post India Post Launches Premium 24-Hour, 48-Hour Delivery Services appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday reviewed the passing out parade of J&K Police constables at STC Talwara, extending his best wishes to the newly inducted recruits. In a post on X, the LG said he was confident that the future of Jammu and Kashmir rests in secure hands [] The post LG Sinha Reviews J&K Police Passing Out Parade at Talwara appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that LPG Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (eKYC) is mandatory only for consumers whose connections remain unauthenticated, addressing concerns over compulsory verification for all users. In a statement issued Monday, the ministry said the eKYC requirement applies selectively and is not needed for customers whose details [] The post LPG eKYC Mandatory Only for Unverified Consumers, Govt Clarifies appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 17: A major fire broke out early Tuesday at the Asal Resort hotel in Pahalgam, Anantnag district, south Kashmir, officials said. While no casualties were reported from the blaze itself, an employee of a nearby hotel died after being hit by a reversing fire tender during the firefighting operation. The fire engulfed three [] The post Fire Engulfs Pahalgam Hotel; Man Killed in Fire Tender Accident appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 17: The government has approved revised commission rates for Arthiyas and cooperative societies engaged in procurement of wheat and paddy on behalf of the government, effective from the Rabi Marketing Season 202627. Under the new rates, commission for wheat procurement in Punjab and Haryana will rise from Rs 46.00 per quintal to [] The post Govt Revises Commission Rates for Wheat and Paddy Procurement from Rabi 2026 27 appeared first on Northlines .

Ahmedabad, Mar 16: IndiGo and Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) have announced a strategic partnership allowing IndiGo BluChip members to earn rewards on duty-free shopping across AAHL-managed airports. Members can now earn five IndiGo BluChips for every Rs 100 spent on duty-free products pre-booked via the Adani platform. Travellers can browse, reserve, and pay for [] The post IndiGo, Adani Airports Team Up to Offer BluChips on Duty-Free Shopping appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, March 17: A man with a slit throat was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the Chatha area here in the city outskirts. Superintendent of Police, South Jammu, Ajay Sharma said, A person identified as Balvir Singh of Chatha Fam was found in a pool of blood with serious injuries on the throat by [] The post Mans throat-slit body found in Jammu outskirts appeared first on Northlines .

Kabul, Mar 17: The death toll from a Pakistani airstrike on a hospital treating drug users in Kabul has risen to 400, Afghanistans deputy government spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat said early Tuesday. Another 250 people were reported injured as rescue teams worked to control the fire and recover bodies. The strike on Monday night reportedly destroyed [] The post Pakistan Airstrike on Kabul Drug Rehab Hospital Kills 400 appeared first on Northlines .

Says nation indebted to him for his reforms Jammu Tawi, Mar 16:Asserting that Maharaja Ranbir Singh did not merely rule Jammu and Kashmir but he bestowed it a new vision, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that nation is indebted to him for his reforms. Addressing the unveiling ceremony of the bust of Maharaja [] The post Maharaja Ranbir Singh bestowed J&K with vision, culture: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Union Govt bears cost of LS polls; UT bears Assembly expenses Jammu Tawi, Mar 16:The expenditure for conducting Parliamentary and Assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir in 2024 touched Rs 364 crore, official documents reveal. According to records, the combined cost of the two elections amounted to Rs 364.57 crore. Of this, Rs 205.37 crore [] The post Rs 364 Cr spent on J&K elections in 2024 appeared first on Northlines .

Nearly 18 lakh tulips of 70+ varieties in bloom at Tulip Garden Srinagar, Mar 16:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday inaugurated the Tulip Festival2026 and formally threw open the iconic Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden at foothills of Zabarwan mountain range here. According to the details available, the garden has been adorned with around 18 [] The post Tulip Bloom brings fresh hope for Kashmirs tourism sector: CM appeared first on Northlines .