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Samba, Dec 17: Security agencies were put on alert on Wednesday after reports of suspicious movement by unidentified individuals triggered concern in a village near Mansar in Samba district, sources said. According to sources, villagers noticed three unidentified men roaming suspiciously in and around the area and immediately informed the police. Acting swiftly on the [] The post J&K: Suspicious Movement Near Mansar Puts Security Forces on High Alert appeared first on Northlines .

LUDHIANA: Violence erupted inside Ludhiana Central Jail on Tuesday evening after prisoners went on a rampage, attacking jail officials and leaving Superintendent Kulwant Singh Sidhu unconscious after he was hit on the head by a brick. He was rushed to hospital, while Jail DSP Jagjeet Singh and several CRPF personnel also sustained injuries. The situation [] The post Chaos in Ludhiana Jail: Inmates Attack Officials, Superintendent Knocked Unconscious appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Dec 17: The prolonged dry spell in Kashmir is likely to end around December 21 with a wet weather system expected to affect the valley, coinciding with the onset of Chillai-Kalan, the regions harshest 40-day winter period, officials said on Wednesday. The local weather office said a western disturbance is likely to impact Jammu [] The post Western Disturbance to End Kashmirs Dry Spell from Dec 21 appeared first on Northlines .

ADDIS ABABA, Dec 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday conferred with Ethiopias highest civilian award, The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia, by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali during an official visit to Addis Ababa, marking a historic first for any world leader. The honour was presented to Prime Minister Modi at [] The post PM Modi Becomes 1st World Leader to Receive Ethiopias Highest Civilian Honour appeared first on Northlines .

Lauds GoC Mishra for installing 108-foot high mast National Flag at Kachrial Jammu Tawi, Dec 16:Reaffirming the nations collective resolve to uphold the ideals for which generations of soldiers have made the supreme sacrifice of their lives, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that Indias decisive victory in the 1971 war, made the country [] The post Vijay Divas | Indias decisive victory in 1971 war, made country proud on global stage: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

DGP Prabhat leads wreath-laying ceremony Udhampur, Dec 16: Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, led the solemn wreath laying ceremony at the District Police Lines in Udhampur, to honour constable Amjad Ali Khan of the 22nd Battalion of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP) who died fighting terrorists in the operation. Besides the DGP wreaths were [] The post Cop dies in Udhampur encounter, operation on appeared first on Northlines .

The Centre on Tuesday said that it has released Rs 235 crore during the past five years to strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in Jammu and Kashmir. In a written reply to a query, Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj, informed Lok Sabha that under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) Jammu and Kashmir received 25 [] The post Centre released Rs 235 Cr for PRIs in In 5 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

Heavy rains and floods damaged crops over nearly 0.78 lakh hectares across Jammu and Kashmir during the current year, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, in a written reply informed the Lok Sabha that due to recent weather-related disasters, Jammu and Kashmir reported crop damage on 0.78 [] The post Floods damage 78K hectares of crop area in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

The Centre on Tuesday said that 129 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) are currently functional in the Union Territory of Ladakh, with 10 of them approved for computerisation under Phase I of the national PACS Computerisation Project. Replying to a written question in the Lok Sabha, the Union Ministry of Cooperation stated that Ladakh has [] The post 129 PACSs operating in Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Fencing key to national security, preventing infiltration curbing smuggling New Delhi, Dec 16:Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Tuesday said that India has physically fenced more than 93% of its international border with Pakistan. In a written reply to a query by two Trinamool Congress MPs, Jagdish Chandra Barma Basunia and Sharmila Sarkar, regarding the [] The post India fences over 93 pc Pak border: MHA appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Dec 16:In a colossal efforts to safeguard Indias polio-free status, the Health Department has established more than 5,000 polio vaccination booths across Jammu and Kashmir set to target 11 lakh children below the age of five during the Pulse Polio Immunisation Drive scheduled for December 21, 2025. Urging parents and caregivers to bring [] The post 5,000 polio booths to cover 11 lakh children on Dec 21 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Dec 16:The Army has intensified patrols in the higher reaches of the Jammu region to prevent infiltration and maintain constant vigil over sensitive areas along the Line of Control. Sources said that Army has strengthened its presence along high ridges, dense forests, and mountain passes regions that usually become inaccessible after heavy [] The post Army steps up vigil, patrols along LoC, hinterland appeared first on Northlines .

12 suspects detained; digital evidence seized including 10 mobiles, a laptop, 14 SIM cards Srinagar, Dec 16:In a decisive blow to anti-national elements operating under the garb of social activism, Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday conducted coordinated searches across multiple districts of the Kashmir, exposing a clandestine terror-support ecosystem masquerading as voices of social [] The post CIK busts terror-linked social activism network in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Dec 16:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting of the Mining Department to assess the progress of mining sector reforms, revenue realisation measures, technological interventions and enforcement mechanisms aimed at curbing illegal mining across J&K.d deck During the meeting, the Chief Secretary reviewed the departments performance in implementing policy reforms, auctioning [] The post CS orders G3 surveys, action against illegal mining appeared first on Northline

Ajay Sharma Jammu Tawi, December 16: Following persistent reporting by the Northlines over vacant posts of Chief Engineer in Public Works Department (PWD), the Government has finally placed eight In-charge Superintending Engineers (Civil) as In-charge Chief Engineers (Civil). The placements, effective immediately, follow the Council of Ministers Decision No. 137/18/2025 dated December 3, 2025, and [] The post Northlines Impact: Govt fills vacant posts of Chief Engineer in PWD appeared first on N

Focusing on diversity along genres, languages, voices is the task in 2026 By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers With just days left before the curtain falls on 2025, Bollywood finds itself in an unusually buoyant position. After years of uneven recoveries and post-pandemic recalibration, the Hindi film industry finally rediscovered its box-office muscle this yearpowered by [] The post From Chhaava to Durandhar Story telling was the key to success in 2025 appeared first on Northlines .

Mahayuti has a fragile truce but MVA partners have not yet settled By T N Ashok The announcement of Maharashtras urban local body election schedule has done more than set the clock ticking for civic pollsit has forced an uneasy ruling alliance to rediscover the value of unity. With voting for all 29 [] The post Maharashtra Urban polls set the stage for a high-stake 2026 battle appeared first on Northlines .

Former ruling parties have started campaigning but the Topplers of Oli Govt are lagging By Nitya Chakraborty Is Bangladeshs pre-election scenario is being repeated in Nepal which was the seat of a two day revolt by Gen Z of the country against the ruling K S Oli government in the second week of [] The post As Nepal readies for national elections on March 5, 2026, where is Gen Zs Party? appeared first on Northlines .

Britain in 2025 has lessons to earn from that great work of the writer By Keith Flett LONDON: Charles Dickenss Christmas Carol was published on December 19 1843. Eleven days later the Chartist Northern Star had this response, which was headed a Christmas Carol:According to annual and praise-worthy custom the unfortunate inmates both of [] The post Why Dickens Scrooge still walks among us at Christmas, 182 years on? appeared first on Northlines .

By Kamran Hamid Bhat (Kamranbhatt029@gmail.com) Everywhere we go these daysin any hospitalthe walls are covered with QR codes. Posters read Scan to book an appointment,Scan to get your reports,Scan to make payments.Ihave even heard that some hospitals have stopped taking offline appointments or OPD registrations altogether. We say weare moving toward automation, embracing the Internet [] The post Too poor to heal ! appeared first on Northlines .

It is unfortunate that Jammu and Kashmir is struggling to combat terrorism despite all out efforts of the government and the security agencies as just a day before another precious life has been consumed by this scourge during an encounter in Udhampur District. What is more intriguing is the fact that the number of deaths [] The post Deadlier road mishaps appeared first on Northlines .

ShriGiriraj Singh When we speak of Indias textile sector, we are not merely referring to factories, machines and fashion. We are talking about the lives of millions of Indians whose daily reality is rooted in cotton fields, handlooms, powerlooms and sewing machines. Over the last 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri [] The post Indias New Global Positioning in Textiles appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 16: A total of 438 suicides and seven fratricides were reported among personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, and National Security Guard (NSG) over the last three years, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State [] The post CAPFs Report 438 Suicides, 7 Fratricides in 3 Years; Over 23,000 Resignations Since 2014: Govt Data appeared first on Northlines .

Mumbai, Dec 16: The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held from March 26 to May 31, but uncertainty remains over whether defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host matches at their home venue, the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, following a deadly stampede earlier this year. As per tradition, the IPL [] The post IPL 2026 to begin from March 26; Cameron Green Becomes Costliest Overseas Player, Bags 25.20 Cr Deal appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 16: The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notice in a plea challenging the legality of the Parliamentary Committee constituted under the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, to inquire into allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma in connection with impeachment proceedings initiated following the discovery of unaccounted cash at his official residence. Senior Advocate Mukul [] The post SC issues notice on plea challenging constitution of panel against Justice Yashwant Varma appeared first

Srinagar, Dec 16: Security forces on Tuesday recovered arms and ammunition from a graveyard in the Natipora area of Srinagar during a search operation linked to an ongoing terror-related investigation, officials said. A police team, assisted by a forensic science laboratory (FSL) unit and an executive magistrate, carried out the search at the graveyard, the [] The post J&K: Arms, Ammunition Recovered from Graveyard in Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 16: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday introduced the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, aimed at modernising Indias insurance regulatory framework and expanding coverage across the country. The Bill was moved for introduction by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman following its approval by the Union Cabinet ahead of [] The post FM Sitharaman Introduces Insurance Law Amendment Bill, Proposes 100% FDI appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 16: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday paid homage to Indian soldiers whose bravery secured the countrys victory over Pakistan in the 1971 War, marking Vijay Diwas. In a post on X, the President said the Indian Armys Empowerment through Indigenisation initiative reflects its preparedness to meet future challenges. Referring to Operation Sindoor, [] The post President Murmu Pays Tribute to 1971 War Heroes on Vijay Diwas appeared first on Northlines .

Bangkok, Dec 16: Thai authorities on Tuesday deported Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, co-owners of the Goa nightclub where 25 people were killed in a devastating fire on December 6, officials said. The deportation follows an ongoing investigation into the deadly blaze at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, which sparked nationwide [] The post Goa Nightclub Fire Case: Thai Authorities Deport Luthra Brothers to India appeared first on Northlines .

Kupwara, Dec 16: An Army soldier was killed in a landmine explosion in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday. Havildar Zubair Ahmad of the 13 Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry was critically injured in the blast at Putaha Khan Gali in the Trehgam area of the border district on Monday, officials [] The post J&K: Army Havildar Killed in Landmine Blast in Kupwara appeared first on Northlines .

Mathura, Dec 16: At least 13 people were killed and 35 others injured after a massive vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway early Tuesday led to several buses catching fire, police said. The accident occurred around 4.30 am under the jurisdiction of Baldev Police Station when dense fog severely reduced visibility on the Agra-to-Noida stretch [] The post 13 Killed, 35 Injured as Fog Triggers Fiery Pile-Up on Yamuna Expressway appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Dec 16: Security forces on Tuesday intensified search operations in Udhampur district to track terrorists holed up in a village, a day after a policeman was martyred in an encounter, officials said. The operation was resumed in the area with a strengthened cordon to trace the militants, one of whom is believed to have [] The post J&K: Security Forces Tighten Cordon to Flush Out Terrorists in Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Dec 16: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday carried out predawn raids at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley as part of an ongoing investigation into a terror-related case. Official sources told news agency, that searches were conducted at 12 locations spread across seven districtsPulwama, Budgam, Kulgam, Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag and Kupwara. The operation [] The post CIK Raids 12 Locations Across Kashmir in Terror Probe appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Dec 15:Flight cancellations at Srinagar Airport by IndiGo have largely normalised, airport officials said on Monday, noting that the airline is gradually resuming operations after earlier disruptions. An official from Srinagar International Airport said that of the 64 scheduled flights for the day, including 32 arrivals and 32 departures. Among them, 36 were operated [] The post IndiGo flight at Sgr Airport by-and-large normalised appeared first on Northlines .

Vote Chori issue is Congress agenda not of INDI Alliance Srinagar, Dec 15 (KNO): Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Monday reiterated that political interference in the functioning of institutions is unacceptable and must be addressed firmly. He said elected representatives deserve due respect and should be properly consulted in administrative decisions. Omar further added that [] The post Omar decries political interference in Power Projects, Corp appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 15:The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre and the Jammu and Kashmir administration to arrange suitable premises within a month for the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Jammu, expressing concern over continued delays in addressing the tribunals infrastructure needs. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant said the absence of [] The post Arrange CAT Jammu premises in a month: SC to Centre, J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Dec 15:Amid persistent cold temperatures, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is likely to witness a power deficit of more than 34 percent in the month of December. The officials said that in the anticipated power supply position in the northern region for December-2025, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is likely to have a power [] The post 34 pc power deficits loom in J&K, Ladakh amid cold wave appeared first on Northlines .

Pakal Dul nearing completion, Ratle 26 pc ready New Delhi, Dec 15:NHPC Limited is currently operating six hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir with a total installed capacity of 2,250 MW, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Monday. Minister of State for Power Shripad Naik in a written reply to a question by Chowdry Mohammad [] The post NHPC runs 6 hydropower projects in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 15:The Union Ministry of Tourism has implemented a series of targeted initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir to advance green and eco-tourism. These efforts form a key component of the Ministrys nationwide strategy to foster sustainable and responsible tourism practices across India. Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat informed the Lok Sabha that the [] The post Centre pushes green, eco-tourism in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 15:The Union Ministry of Tourism has approved multiple tourism infrastructure initiatives in Jammu & Kashmir. These projects, sanctioned under flagship schemes like Swadesh Darshan, PRASHAD, and the Assistance to Central Agencies for Tourism Infrastructure Development (ACATID), aim to bolster tourism facilities and elevate the overall visitor experience in the Union Territory. Minister [] The post Centre sanctions key tourism projects for J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 15:Jammu and Kashmirs unemployment rate for July-September 2025 stood at 6.1 percentexceeding the national average of 5.2 percent, the Parliament was informed on Monday. In a written reply to a Rajya Sabha question by MP P. Santhosh Kumar, Minister of State (Independent Charge) Rao Inderjit Singh said that the figures were drawn [] The post J&K unemployment rises above national average appeared first on Northlines .

ByRavi Rohmetra Padma Shri Dr. Ved Kumari Ghai was one of Indias most distinguished Sanskrit scholars, a committed social worker, and a revered citizen of Jammu and Kashmir. Born on 16 November 1931at Pratap Garh Mohalla, Jammu, she received her early education at Arya Samaj School, Jammu, where her mother served as Principal. An exceptionally [] The post A Life of Scholarship and Service: Tribute to Padma Shri Dr. Ved Kumari Ghai appeared first on Northlines .

State cooperation is the key to success of private entry in Atomic power sector By Nantoo Banerjee It is difficult to explain why the government took nearly 17 years to decide on launching a bill in Parliament to allow private participation in Indias nuclear power generation programme. The proposed Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement [] The post SHANTI Act alone may not fully protect nuclear plants against liabilities appeared first on Northlines .

GL Raina, Ex- MLC The BJP-led National Democratic Alliances historic victory in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation marks more than a local electoral upsetit signals a structural shift in Keralas political landscape. By ending 45 years of uninterrupted Left rule in the state capital, voters have delivered a clear verdict against the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic [] The post NDA breakthrough in Thiruvananthapuram signals a structural shift in Kerala politics appeared first on Northlines .

Weapons manufacturers increase profits as people are in perpetual crisis By Ben Chacko LONDON: The world appears to be facing one of its most dangerous moments for many years. In the Middle East Israel menaces Lebanon and Syria and pushes forward its genocidal project across Palestine. In Sudan and DR Congo proxy wars [] The post 2025 ending with wars in different parts of the World and conflicts rising appeared first on Northlines .

By- Savitri Thakur India is a rich country with diverse cultural traditions and livelihoods, home to a scheduled tribe population exceeding 10.45 crore, constituting about 8.6% of the total population. This figure is not just a demographic statistic but represents a unique expression of Indias vibrant, ancient, and multifaceted cultural heritage. This community has [] The post Role and Leadership of Tribal Women appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Dec 15: The Supreme Court on Monday adjourned till January 7, 2026, the hearing on a plea filed by Gitanjali J Angmo, wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, challenging his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria deferred the matter citing paucity of [] The post SC Adjourned Hearing on Sonam Wangchuk Detention Plea to Jan 7 appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Dec 15: National Conference MP and Rajya Sabha member Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzan has urged Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to include Anantnag Railway Station as a scheduled halt for the Vande Bharat Express, citing public inconvenience and regional importance. In a letter written on December 12, Ramzan said Anantnag is a major administrative, commercial [] The post NC MP Ramzan Urges Vande Bharat Halt at Anantnag appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Dec 15: Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested two accused in connection with the attack on a Sub-Inspector in the Gurha Morh area of the city, officials said on Monday. The incident occurred on Sunday evening when Sub-Inspector Nitin Khajuria, posted as Investigating Officer at Police Station Bakshi Nagar, was intercepted and assaulted by [] The post 2 Arrested for Attack on Sub-Inspector in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Sydney, Dec 15: Australia was rocked by one of its deadliest mass shootings in decades after a Pakistani-origin father and son opened fire at Sydneys Bondi Beach during a Jewish festival, killing 16 people, including the gunman, in an attack declared a terrorist incident by authorities. Police identified the attackers as 50-year-old Sajid Akram and [] The post Sydneys Bondi Beach Attack Declared Terror Act; Father-Son Duo Kill 16 During Jewish Festival appeared first on Northlines .