Srinagar, May 5: The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, Chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has addressed queries raised by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on the proposed Transaction of Business Rules (TBR). Some queries were raised by Raj Bhawan. Omar Abdullah Sahibs Cabinet met on Monday morning and the response has been [] The post J&K Cabinet addresses queries raised by LG on Transaction of Business Rules appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 5: The Supreme Court on Monday deferred the hearing on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, transferring the matter to a bench led by Justice B.R. Gavai for further proceedings on May 15, 2025. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, and [] The post Waqf Act Challenge: SC defers hearing, transfers case to Justice Gavai-led Bench appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 5: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday conveyed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a phone conversation that the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror strike must be brought to justice as he strongly condemned the horrific attack. Putin also told Modi that Russia fully supports Indias fight against terrorism, according to the [] The post Putin dials PM Modi, says Pahalgam attack culprits must face justice appeared first on Northlines .

DUBAI, May 5: India retained their top position in the ODIs and T20Is to extend their dominance in the white-ball formats but slipped a place to fourth spot in the Test format, in which Australia reigned supreme, in the latest ICC annual mens ranking update issued on Monday. The latest rankings rate all matches played [] The post India extends dominance in white-ball formats, retain top spot in ODIs and T20Is appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 4: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has extended its support to Himanshi Narwal, wife of Lieutenant Vinay Narwal who was among those killed in a recent terror attack in Pahalgam, saying it is not right to troll a woman on the basis of her ideological expression or personal life. Himanshi Narwal [] The post Pahalgam attack victims wife trolled online, NCW extends support appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 5: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi against the backdrop of increasing tensions between India and Pakistan over the Pahalgam terror attack. The meeting comes a day after Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh met Prime Minister Modi and is understood to [] The post Defence Secy meets PM Modi amid rising Indo-Pak tensions appeared first on Northlines .

Guwahati :When we think of liver problems, we often associate them with adults. But the truth is, liver conditions can affect children tooespecially when they are inherited through family genes. These are called genetic liver disorders. Though they may sound worrying, understanding them early and getting the right help can make a big difference in [] The post Is Your Child at Risk of a Genetic Liver Disorder? Early Treatment Can Change Everything appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 5: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the plea of a woman, who claimed to be the widow of great-grandson of Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar-II, seeking possession of the Red Fort here on account of being the legal heir. A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar termed [] The post Supreme Court rejects plea of woman claiming possession of iconic Red Fort appeared first on Northlines .

MENDHAR/JAMMU, May 5: Security forces unearthed a terrorist hideout in a forest area in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, leading to the recovery of five improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and two wireless sets, officials said on Monday. All the ready-to-use IEDs, weighing between half-a-kg and five kg, were destroyed in a controlled explosion on-the-spot, [] The post J&K: Terrorist hideout busted in Poonch; 5 IEDs, wireless sets recovered appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, May 5: Pakistani troops resorted to unprovoked firing in eight forward sectors along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir, violating ceasefire agreements and prompting retaliation from Indian troops, officials said on Monday. This marks the 11th consecutive night of Pakistans unprovoked firing along the LoC, amidst heightened tensions between New Delhi and [] The post Pak troops violate ceasefire for 11th night along LoC; India retaliates appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 4: Pakistan has banned the use of its ports by Indian flag carriers, hours after New Delhi imposed fresh punitive measures, including a ban on import of goods and entry of Pakistani ships into its ports, against Islamabad. India on Saturday imposed a ban on the import of goods coming from or [] The post Pakistan closes ports to Indian Ships in retaliation appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, May 4: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has returned the transaction of business rules (TBR) file to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah after finding it in contravention of the Reorganisation Act 2019. Sources said here that the file was sent to the L-G for approval in March, but was returned. The L-G has [] The post LG returns back Business Rules framed by Omar Govt with remarks -contrary to J&K Act appeared first on Northlines .

Ramban (Jammu Div), May 4: Three Army personnel, including a junior commissioned officer, were killed when their vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a 500-metre deep gorge in Ramban district on Sunday, officials said. The Army truck was part of a convoy moving fromJammutoSrinagaralong national highway-44. The accident occurred near Battery Chashma at [] The post Three soldiers die as Army vehicle plunges into gorge martyred appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 4: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a batch of pleas challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Acts constitutional validity, weeks after the government paused two central aspects of the contentious law in the face of probing questions by the top court. The Centre assured the apex court on April 17 [] The post SC to hear pleas challenging Waqf (Amendment) Act today appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 4: The Supreme Court is slated to hear, on Monday, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking enhanced safety and security measures for tourists in hilly areas and remote destinations, filed in the aftermath of the deadly April 22 terror attack in Jammu & Kashmirs (J&K) Pahalgam, which claimed lives of 26 civilians, [] The post Pahalgam Attack: SC to hear today PIL seeking more security for tourists in hilly, remote areas appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 4: The Border Security Force is all set to get the governments final nod to raise 16 more battalions, comprising around 17,000 troopers, and set up two forward headquarters for its western and eastern commands guarding thePakistanandBangladeshfrontiers, respectively, official sources have said. The plan has already received an in-principle approval. Once sanctioned, [] The post BSF to get 16 new battalions, 2 field HQs for Pak Bangla borders appeared first on Northlines .

Presidents current approach hardly helpful to resolve the impasse By Manish Rai The Conference on Kurdish Unity and Common Stance was recently concluded in Qamishli, North-East Syria. Over 400 delegates from various parts of Syria participated in the conference, which aimed to strengthen Kurdish unity and establish common political positions. A communiqu at the end [] The post Syrias future lies in democratic decentralisation to include Kurds appeared first on Northlines .

The Union Governments decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census marks a pivotal moment in Indias democratic journey. For the first time since 1931, the country will gather comprehensive data on caste groupspromising a more transparent and inclusive approach to governance. Caste continues to shape access to education, employment, healthcare, and political [] The post Caste Census- A Welcome Step ! appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, May 4: The CBDT has directed income-tax officials to closely monitor top advance tax payers and identify bogus claims of exemptions and deductions as part of the strategy to improve direct tax collections during the current financial year. Official sources said that the Central Board of Direct Taxes, the policy-making body for the [] The post Monitor top advance tax payers, check fake claims: CBDT To IT Dept appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, May 4: The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) constable, Munir Ahmad, who was recently dismissed from service for concealing his marriage to a Pakistani national has claimed that he had informed the CRPF headquarters through an official letter, and had also sent his marriage card. He said he had married his wife, Menal Khan, [] The post Married Pak woman only after getting nod from Headquarters: Sacked CRPF Constable appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 4: Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, Munitions India Limited (MIL) has reportedly cancelled long leaves of employees at several of its ordnance factories, citing a mix of national security concerns and production targets. A circular issued by the [] The post Ordnance factories across India cancel long leaves of employees amid Indo-Pak tensions appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, May 4: Following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, India has escalated its information offensive against Pakistan, with social media accounts of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari among the latest to be blocked in the country. The official X handles of Bilawal Bhuttos party [] The post India blocks X accounts of former Pak PM Imran Khan, Bilawal Bhutto appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, May 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today flagged off the first batch of Hajj pilgrims of the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir from Srinagar International Airport. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the pilgrims and extended his greetings and best wishes for a safe pilgrimage and a truly fulfilling spiritual experience. He prayed for peace [] The post LG Sinha flags off 1st batch of Hajj Pilgrims from Srinagar Airport appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, May 4: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah this morning accorded a warm send-off to the first batch of Hajj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir, extending his best wishes for their safe journey and smooth performance of Manasik-e-Hajj. The Chief Minister arrived at Sheikh-ul-Alam International Airport Srinagar early this morning, where he interacted with the pilgrims [] The post CM Omar bids farewell to 1st batch of Hajj Pilgrims at Srinagar Airport appeared first on Northlines .

RAMBAN/JAMMU, May 4: Three Army personnel were killed when their vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a 700-feet deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmirs Ramban district on Sunday, officials said. The army truck was part of a convoy moving from Jammu to Srinagar along national highway 44 when the accident occurred near [] The post J&K: 3 soldiers killed as Army vehicle plunges into gorge in Ramban appeared first on Northlines .

BADRINATH, May 4: The sacred portals of the Badrinath temple in Uttarakhands Chamoli district were thrown open to devotees on Sunday morning after a six-month winter closure, heralding the full commencement of this years Char Dham Yatra. The doors of the revered shrine, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, were opened at 6 am amid Vedic [] The post Portals of Badrinath Temple thrown open for devotees appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, May 4: Pakistan Army continued violating the ceasefire by firing small arms on the Line of Control (LoC) in various parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Defence spokesman here on Sunday said that during the night of May 3-4, Pakistan Army posts resorted to unprovoked small arms fire across the LoC in areas opposite [] The post Pak again violates truce on LoC in J&K, Indian Army retaliates appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 03:In the aftermath of April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people, mostly tourists dead, the Centre on Saturday announced snapping of more ties with Pakistan. The decisions included imposing a ban on importing any goods from the neighbouring country, prohibiting Pakistani ships from entering Indian ports and suspension of all [] The post Pahalgam Terror Attack Fallout: India bans import of goods from Pakistan; prohibits Pak vessels; postal services blocked appeared first

New Delhi, May 03:For the first time after April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians, mostly tourists dead, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday and discussed with him the emerging situation in Jammu and Kashmir. According to the details available with the news agency [] The post JK CM calls on PM, discusses situation post terror attack appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 03:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reiterated his commitment to bring the perpetrators and backers of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 people, mostly tourists dead, to book, and said that firm and decisive action would be taken to end terrorism. Addressing a media event here post his talks [] The post PM Modi reiterates his commitment to end terrorism, punish Pahalgam attack perpetrators appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi/Srinagar, May 3: Days before the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, intelligence agencies had flagged the potential targeting of tourists especially those staying in hotels on the outskirts of Srinagar in the foothills of the Zabarwan range, officials in the know said Saturday. This prompted a heightened security presence in these areas with top [] The post Blasting of Terrorists houses halted Intel had flagged potential targeting of tourists in Srinagars Outskirts appeared first on Nor

Srinagar, May 03: The post-to-post small arms firing between India and Pakistani troops continued in different sectors along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir for the ninth consecutive night, officials said on Saturday. As per the news agency, however, there has been no casualty in the border skirmishes initiated by Pakistan [] The post Border skirmishes flare up along LoC for 9th night appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, May 03:Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday claimed that National Conference (NC) president Dr Farooq Abdullahs statement implicating Kashmiris in the Pahalgam terror attack is deeply disturbing & regrettable. However, the NC chief spokesman and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq reacted sharply to her statement and termed it as reckless. In a [] The post Mehbooba uneasy over Farooqs linking local involvement in Pahalgam Terror attack appeared first on Northlines

Jammu Tawi, May 03:The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Saturday sacked a jawan for concealing his marriage to a Pakistani woman, saying that his conduct is detrimental to national security. In a matter of serious concern, CT/GD Munir Ahmed of 41 Battalion of CRPF has been dismissed from service with immediate effect for concealing [] The post CRPF jawan sacked for concealing marriage with Pak woman appeared first on Northlines .

Bandipora, May 03:BJP senior leader and Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Saturday said the Government of India will not spare those involved in the April 22, Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 civilians, mostly tourists dead. Talking to reporters in Bandipora, Sharma, according to the news agency said, [] The post Killing tourists humiliation of humanity: LoP Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Saturday said to have trapped and arrested Incharge Police Post, Government Medical College, Jammu and his driver for demanding and accepting bribe of Rs 13,000. A spokesman in a statement issued to the news agency said that Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau received a complaint alleging therein that [] The post GMC Jammu Police Post Incharge arrested red-handed appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, accompanied by DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range, Shiv Kumar Sharma, conducted an extensive review of security arrangements along the National Highway and critical installations. The IGP was joined by Shobhit Saxena, SSP Kathua; Joginder Singh, SSP Jammu; and Virender Singh Manhas, SSP Samba, during the [] The post IGP Jammu reviews security arrangements along National Highway appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, May 3: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted three accused, linked with the banned ISIS and ISJK terrorist group, in the case of Srinagar market grenade attack, which killed one woman and left several other civilians injured, of 2024. As per the official communique, in its chargesheet filed before the NIA Special [] The post Srinagar Sunday Market Grenade Attack: NIA chargesheets 3 ISIS, ISJK linked accused appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi played key role in 2018 sanction, lifted four years later By K Raveendran India is intensifying its diplomatic offensive against Pakistan, with efforts now underway to push for Islamabads re-listing on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. This renewed push, backed by an unusually strong expression of support from the Trump-led [] The post India has a stronger case to get Pakistan back on the FATF Grey List appeared first on Northlines .

Considering the way the terror mongers have carried out the Pahalgam attack, it has become necessary to go for fresh security-audit of all the strategic assets and places which the terrorists can target in future. By now, those who are manning the security in the Union Territory should have got the idea about the possible [] The post Revamp Security Bandobast Altogether appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 3: In a slew of rapid punitive measures against Islamabad, India has suspended all postal linkages with Pakistan, banned the direct or indirect import of goods from that country, and banned Pakistani-flagged ships from entering Indian ports and vice versa. The measures come as part of Indias retaliatory steps against Pakistan, [] The post India suspends postal links with Pak, bans imports, prohibits Pak-flagged ships appeared first on Northlines .

ANANTNAG, May 3: National Conference supremo Farooq Abdullah on Saturday urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to stand against the perpetrators of Pahalgam-like attacks for progress and prosperity, asserting that those behind the April 22 massacre would rot in hell. The former chief minister of the erstwhile state visited the residence of Adil Hussain [] The post Farooq urges people of J&K to take stand against perpetrators of Pahalgam-like attacks appeared first on Northlines .

Mumbai/New Delhi, May 3: In another punitive measure against Islamabad, India today banned Pakistani-flagged ships from entering Indian ports and prohibited Indian-flagged vessels from visiting ports in Pakistan. The restrictions, effective immediately, were issued by the Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, under the Merchant Shipping Act. It said: A ship bearing the flag [] The post India bans Pakistani-flagged ships from entering Indian ports appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, May 3: A political row erupted on Saturday after Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti accused National Conference President Farooq Abdullah of making deeply disturbing remarks allegedly implicating Kashmiris in the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The National Conference hit back, saying Abdullah never blamed locals and termed Mehboobas statement as shocking. The controversy [] The post Mehbooba slams Farooq Abdullah over Pahalgam remarks; NC hits back appeared first on Northli

New Delhi: Ministry of Road Transport is introducing a new, stricter system for managing traffic violations. This initiative aims to reduce road accidents and enforce stricter penalties for repeat offenders. A key part of the plan is the introduction of a negative points system for driving licences, which could lead to suspension or cancellation if [] The post Drive safe or lose your license: Govt rolls out points system for traffic offenders appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, May 3: Pakistans proposed testing of surface-to-surface ballistic missiles this week has escalated tensions with India and is being perceived in New Delhi as a reckless act of provocation. Since the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 that killed 26 civilians, hostilities between India and Pakistan have ramped up considerably with almost daily [] The post Pak preparing to test fire surface to surface ballistic missiles, say Sources appeared first on Northlines .

Shahjahanpur (UP), May 3: The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted night-time combat drills involving fighter jets on the countrys first expressway airstrip on the Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur district, officials said Saturday. The drill, which took place between 7 pm and 10 pm on Friday, saw fighter jets Rafale, Sukhoi, Jaguar, and Mirage-2000 simulate [] The post IAF conducts night combat drills on Ganga Expressway Airstrip appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, May 3: There was no let-up in exchange of firing between Indian and Pakistan armies along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir for the ninth consecutive night on Friday. The Indian Army said the latest ceasefire violation happened across the LoC opposite the Kupwara, Uri in Kashmir and Akhnoor sector of [] The post Ceasefire violations by Pak continue for 9th night in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, May 3: The body of a 24-year-old youth who went missing after a shikara capsized in Dal Lake on Friday evening was recovered on Saturday morning, officials said. The deceased has been identified as Raufeeq Ahmad Chopan, a resident of Jogi Lanker, Rainawari. According to officials, the boat he was in, along with another [] The post J&K: Body of youth recovered after Shikara capsizes in Dal Lake appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, May 3: India has banned direct or indirect import of all goods from Pakistan with immediate effect, according to a notification of the commerce ministry. A provision in this regard has been added in Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 to prohibit direct or indirect import or transit of all goods originating in or [] The post India bans all imports from Pakistan amid rising tensions appeared first on Northlines .