Srinagar, July 7 (KNS): BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul on Monday said that the partys presence is steadily increasing in Jammu and Kashmir, especially in the Kashmir Valley. He said more and more people, particularly youth, are joining the party across various districts and constituencies. Koul said, BJPs presence in Kashmir is growing rapidly. [] The post BJPs presence growing in Kashmir, Will hit streets if needed: Ashok Koul appeared first on Northlines .

Rio de Janeiro, July 6 (IANS) In what is being viewed as a major diplomatic success for India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leaders of the BRICS countries on Sunday strongly condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack while reaffirming their commitment to combatting cross-border movement of terrorists, terror financing and terrorist [] The post BRICS Slams Pahalgam Terror Attack, Denounces Double Standards in Fight Against Terrorism appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Jul 7: Two civilians stranded on the Khalsar-Shyok belt following land and mudslides in Leh district were rescued by the Border Roads Task Force (BRTF), officials said on Monday. The landslides and mudslides had blocked theKhalsarAghamShyok Road, a key axis connectingNubraValleyto Pangong Tso. A vehicle carrying two tourists got stuck in the area due [] The post Two civilians stranded on landslide-hit Shyok Road rescued appeared first on Northlines .

What about the relationship with national parties like Congress and NCP( SP)? By Sushil Kutty Maharashtra is easy to roil. Wake up and get set on your mark. Sprint or marathon, hurdles or steeplechase, Hindi imposition is readymade to start a quick-fire row! It is also political vehicle for Raj Thackeray and his [] The post Joining of hands of Thackeray brothers in Maharashtra may boost Marathi identity appeared first on Northlines .

Latest Household Consumption Survey should act as a wake-up call By R. Suryamurthy India has long prided itself on achieving self-sufficiency in food production. We have warehouses overflowing with grain, a sprawling public distribution system, and a catalogue of welfare schemes promising to end hunger. But behind the faade of abundance lies a [] The post India is eating more, but not better- Why our nutrition crisis persists? appeared first on Northlines .

The recent decline in Jammu and Kashmirs Infant Mortality Rate (IMR)from 16 to 14 per 1,000 live births as per the SRS 2022is a significant milestone. It reflects both the commitment of health authorities and the increasing community-level awareness towards institutional deliveries, neonatal care, and immunization. In a region grappling with tough terrain, scattered population, [] The post Strengthen Maternal Health Care appeared first on Northlines .

Vinod ChandrashekharDixit Negative thinking creeps into our mind and disrupts its working. If one is positive the effect on others may or may not be positive and the environment may not necessarily become positive. But when a person is negative the effect definitely rubs on others and the environment becomes negative. Each one of us [] The post From Toxic to Tranquil: Erasing Negativity appeared first on Northlines .

C M Sharma (Dy. Director of Agriculture, Retd.) Saffron orCrocus sativus,is an invaluable niche crop of Kishtwar district in Jammu division, J&K. Agriculture Department, Kishtwar (Nov. 22, 2023), estimates annual produce of 9 to 10 quintals from an area of 202 hectares that is cultivated organic by default as well as consciously. 4670 farming families [] The post Prepare a Comprehensive Strategy today to Reap Bumper Saffron Harvest in fall 2025 appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, July 7: The demands for Indian defence equipment have increased following Operation Sindoor, said Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday, noting that the world military expenditure has increased to over USD 2.7 trillion in 2024, and a big market is awaiting India. Speaking at the Controllers Conference organised by DRDO, the Union [] The post Op Sindoor boosts global demand for Indian Defence gear: Rajnath Singh appeared first on Northlines .

Anantnag, July 7: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday accused Pakistan of attempting to derail the regions development journey and sow discord among communities. Speaking at a religious function in Larkipora Aishmuqan, LG Sinha termed Pakistan a terrorist country determined to undo the hard-earned progress made in the last five years in [] The post Pak wants to derail J&Ks progress, break our unity: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi: Jyoti Malhotra, a 33-year-old travel vlogger from Haryana arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan, was previously sponsored by the Kerala Tourism Department as part of its influencer outreach programme, a newly surfaced RTI response has confirmed. Operating the YouTube channel Travel with Jo, Malhotra was among a curated group of digital influencers invited [] The post From Keralas tourism ambassador to spy suspect: RTI exposes shocking link on Jyoti Malhotra appeared first on Nort

Srinagar: Amid a severe heatwave and public concern, Jammu and Kashmirs Education Minister Sakina Itoo confirmed that all schools across the Kashmir Valley will reopen as scheduled on Tuesday, July 8, with revised timings and an added online learning component. Dismissing speculation about an extension of the summer break, the minister stated, The schools will [] The post Kashmir schools to reopen tomorrow after summer break appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, July 7: The sixth batch of 8605 pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Yatra amid the chants of Bam Bam Bhole this morning left for the holy cave shrine in South Kashmir Himalayas here from Bhagwati Nagar based Yatri Niwas. Official sources said that the pilgrims left from the Jammu base camp in a fleet [] The post 6th batch of 8605 Amarnath pilgrims leave from Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, a US-based Khalistani terrorist wanted for over a dozen attacks in Punjab, is being extradited to India, sources confirmed on Monday. Singh was arrested in the US on April 18 by the FBI and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He has been in ICE custody since his arrest. Accused of [] The post Khalistani terrorist behind 16 Punjab blasts to be extradited to India from US appeared first on Northlines .

Thane, Jul 7: A 62-year-old resident of Navi Mumbai has allegedly been cheated of Rs 73.72 lakh after being lured into gold trading for high returns by a woman whom he met through a dating application, police said on Monday. The woman got in touch with the man, who resides in New Panvel area, through [] The post Online Romance Turns Costly: Rs 73.72 Lakh Fraud in Gold Trading App Scheme appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, July 7: Three Amarnath yatris were among four persons injured in a road accident in Anantnag district of Jammu Kashmir today, officials said. After the Yatra began on July 3, nearly 80,000 pilgrims have had darshan at the holy Amarnath cave shrine. Officials said the accident took place this morning near Chandanwari when a [] The post 3 Amarnath pilgrims among 4 injured in Anantnag accident appeared first on Northlines .

SAMBA/JAMMU, Jul 7: A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan allegedly committed suicide by shooting himself with his service rifle at a forward post in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. Constable Mridul Dass was on sentry duty in Border Out-Post Malluchak in Ramgarh sector when he fired upon himself, the officials [] The post J&K: BSF jawan shoots himself dead in Samba appeared first on Northlines .

By Shivanand Pandit On June 2025, Milans fashion week witnessed a moment that sparked global debate. Italian luxury giant Prada unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear collection, which included footwear strongly inspired by Indias iconic Kolhapuri chappals. These open-toed, handmade leather sandals, traditionally crafted from tan buffalo hide and natural dyes like babul bark, have been [] The post Sandal Scandal: Why this Kolhapuri Di? appeared first on Northlines .

Fresh batch of 7200 pilgrims leaves for Amarnath Yatra Jammu: Nearly 48,000 devotees performed the ongoing Amarnath Yatra during the last three days amid tight security arrangements, with another batch of 7,208 pilgrims leaving Jammu for Kashmir on Sunday. The officials said over 21,000 Yatris had darshan inside the holy cave shrine on Saturday, adding [] The post 48,000 Devotees perform Amarnath Yatra in three days appeared first on Northlines .

Gujarat , Jul 6: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid rich tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee and remembered his contributions and sacrifices for the country, especially Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a gathering in Gujarats Anand, Shah asserted that Mookerjee sacrificed himself for Jammu and Kashmir, adding that the territory [] The post J&K would never have become integral part of India without Mookerjee: Amit Shah appeared first on Northlines .

Bhopal, Jul 6: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday described Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee as an ardent nationalist leader and noted that the tricolour is now flying high in Kashmir. We pay our respects at the feet of the ardent nationalist leader and founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh, Dr. Shyama Prasad [] The post Tricolour flying high in Kashmir: Shivraj Chouhan appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, July 6: The chopper service from Katra to Sanjhi Chat remained suspended due to fog and bad weather for the third consecutive day today for the pilgrims of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine nestled in Trikuta Hills in Katra town of Reasi district. Due to bad weather and dense fog in the Trikuta Hills, [] The post Chopper service remains suspended in Vaishno Devi Hills appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jul 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the 125th Birth Anniversary celebration of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. Paying rich tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his birth anniversary, the Lieutenant Governor recalled his immense contributions as one of the key architects of modern India. Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee [] The post Dr. Mookerjee laid down his life for J&Ks integration with India: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jul 6: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Youth Services and Sports, and Information Technology, Satish Shrama, today underlined the importance of digitally empowering the local traders and integrating youth into entrepreneurial initiatives. He was speaking at the FTII Traders Conclave 2025 . The conclave organized by the Federation of Trade [] The post FTII Traders Conclave 2025: Satish advocates digital empowerment, youth led entrepreneurship appeared firs

Srinagar, Jul 6: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday promised to recommend a reduction in the Goods and Services Tax imposed on handicrafts and handloom products to help promote the sector in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing the FTII: Traders Conclave 2025 in Srinagar, the Union Minister said, The issue of GST [] The post Will recommend reducing GST to 5 pc on J&Ks Handloom, Handicraft Products: Goyal appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jul 6: Bhal-Padri in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda district is all set to host its first tourism festival this month after the high altitude scenic meadow was recently connected by road, bringing cheer to tourist stakeholders. Unexplored till now, the 11,000 feet high Bhal Padri is just 10 km from another tourist hot spot [] The post Road connectivity brings offbeat tourist destination into spotlight in Doda appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, July 6: As thousands of pilgrims undertake the arduous journey to the sacred ice Shivalinga nestled 3,880 metres high in the majestic Himalayan cave, each step forward is more than a spiritual act it is a tribute. A tribute to the 26 innocent lives lost in the April 22 terrorist attack in [] The post After Pahalgam attack, Amarnath Yatra emerges as a march of faith and resistance appeared first on Northlines .

Even after more than 77 years of Independence, Jammu and Kashmir continues to grapple with the unfulfilled promise of a robust healthcare systemespecially in the domain of critical and emergency medical services. It is both alarming and disheartening that for life-saving surgeries such as neurosurgery, cardiac interventions, and trauma care, residents of J&K are still [] The post J&Ks Critical Healthcare Crisis appeared first on Northlines .

By Ravi Rohmetra The land of Duggar has given birth to many distinguished sons and daughtersvisionaries, patriots, academicians, social reformers, and artists. Among them, Justice R.P. Sethi shines as a towering legal luminary and a compassionate humanitarian who devoted his life to justice, service, and upliftment of the downtrodden. Born on July 7, 1937, [] The post Justice (Rtd) R P Sethi: A Life of Law, Integrity, and Service to Humanity appeared first on Northlines .

How a Young Monk Escaped the Red Empire: The Daring Flight of the Dalai Lama in 1959? Northlines Desk In 1959, a 23-year-old monk dressed in a soldiers uniform walked out of his summer residence under cover of darkness. He wasnt just any monkhe was the 14th Dalai Lama, spiritual leader of Tibet, fleeing [] The post On 90th Birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama appeared first on Northlines .

Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Global Forgiveness Day is observed on July 7th. Its a day dedicated to promoting the act of forgiveness, both towards others and oneself, and recognizing its positive impact on mental and emotional well-being. To forgive and be forgiven is a chance we take in life to set things right. The [] The post The Gift of Forgiveness appeared first on Northlines .

Gujarat, Jul 6: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid rich tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee and remembered his contributions and sacrifices for the country, especially Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a gathering in Gujarats Anand, Shah asserted that Mookerjee sacrificed himself for Jammu and Kashmir, adding that the [] The post Kashmir would never have become integral part of India without Mookerjee: Amit Shah appeared first on Northlines .

CHANDIGARH, July 6: A court in Punjabs Mohali district on Sunday sent Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia to judicial custody for two weeks in a disproportionate assets case. Amid tight security arrangements, Majithia was produced before the court. Speaking to reporters after the court hearing, public prosecutors Ferry Sofat and Preet Inderpal Singh [] The post Punjab: SAD leader Majithia sent to judicial custody appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, July 6: The chopper service from Katra to Sanjhi Chat remained suspended due to fog and bad weather for the third consecutive day today for the pilgrims of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine nestled in Trikuta Hills in Katra town of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. Due to bad weather and dense fog [] The post Chopper service remains suspended for 3rd day in fog hit Vaishno Devi Hills appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jul 6 Relentless monsoon rains continue to devastate Himachal Pradesh, with the death toll rising to 74 and over three dozen people still reported missing. Mandi district remains the worst affected, where search and rescue teams are racing to locate at least 30 people feared trapped under debris after flash floods and [] The post Monsoon fury in Himachal: Death toll rises to 74, dozens still missing appeared first on Northlines .

LUCKNOW, Jul 6: In a remarkable act of quick thinking and courage, Major Rohit Bachwala of the Indian Army helped deliver a baby using a pocket knife, hair clips, and a dhoti at the Virangana Laxmibai Jhansi railway station on Saturday afternoon. Major Bachwala, 31, posted at Jhansi Military Hospital, was en route to Hyderabad [] The post Army doctor delivers baby using pocket knife, hair clips at Jhansi Railway Station appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jul 6 The Supreme Court (SC) administration has formally urged the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to take immediate steps to vacate Bungalow No. 5, Krishna Menon Marg, which is still occupied by former Chief Justice of India, Justice DY Chandrachud, despite expiry of his official retention period. According to a [] The post SC seeks immediate eviction of ex-CJI Chandrachud from Official Bungalow appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jul 06:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday joined thousands of Shia mourners at the traditional Zuljanah procession here on the solemn occasion of Youm-e-Ashura. The procession commenced from Botakadals Ali Pora area to Zadibal amid tight security and elaborate arrangements. Upon his arrival, the Lieutenant Governor offered water to the mourners and [] The post Youm-e-Ashura: LG Sinha joins thousands of Shia mourners in Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri/Jammu, Jul 6: An Army personnel died of a bullet injury from his own service rifle inside a camp in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Sunday. The soldier, posted with 54 Rashtriya Rifles, was on sentry duty when he died in the company headquarters in Solki village, 40 km from Rajouri [] The post J&K: Soldier died of bullet injury from his own rifle in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

6 900 Amarnath pilgrims leaveJammubase camp forKashmir Jammu, Jul 5: Amid stringent security arrangements and multi-layer protection more than 47,000 pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine, nestled in Himalayas, in first three days, officials told on Saturday. According to data, 21,109 pilgrims visited the shrine on July 5 (Saturday), which included [] The post 47,000 pilgrims pay obeisance at Amarnath Shrine appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jul 5: A case has been registered against several individuals for allegedly attempting to provoke unrest and disturb public order and communal harmony during a Muharram procession in the city, police said on Saturday. In violation of laid-down conditions, certain individuals committed deliberate and unlawful acts during the Muharram procession on MA Road on [] The post Case registered over attempt to provoke unrest during Muharram Procession in Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, July 5: The State Investigation Agency (SIA) has filed a chargesheet against 11 accused persons in a cross-border narco-terror case. The official spokesman here today said that a case has been registered at Police Station SIA Jammu and the FIR, initially lodged in the year 2022, pertains to a cross-border narco-terrorism and terror [] The post Cross-Border Narco-Terror Case: J&K SIA files chargesheet against Pak-based terrorists among 11 appeared first on Northlines .

Says NC not afraid of Polls Srinagar, Jul 5: Senior National Conference (NC) leader and Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs Advisor, Nasir Aslam Wani, on Saturday asserted that holding assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir are not a prerequisite for the restoration of statehood. Talking to reporters, Wani said, The NC is fully prepared for elections [] The post Statehood not linked to Elections: CMs Advisor appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jul 5: The Jammu & Kashmir Assemblys committee on subordinate legislation has decided to review the rules of land laws in the Union Territory. Chairman of the panel and MLA Pampore, Justice (retired) Hasnain Masoodi said that they have decided to scrutinize the rules of land laws to assess whether they align with the [] The post J&K House Panel to examine rules of land laws appeared first on Northlines .

Pahalgam sees all-time highest July temp; MeT predicts relief from today Srinagar, Jul 5: In the ongoing heatwave across Kashmir, Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, has surpassed the seven-decade-old record, witnessing the hottest July temperature since 1953 on Saturday at 37.4 degrees. According to the Meteorological department (MeT), the all-time third highest [] The post Heatwave: Sgr surpasses 72-yr-old record, swelters at 37.4 degrees appeared first on Northlines .

In many Indian cities, auto-rickshaws remain a vital mode of transport for the common man. However, the lack of regulation and accountability often leads to exploitation, especially during peak tourist seasons or religious events. Overcharging by auto-rickshaw drivers has become a pervasive menace, troubling locals and visitors alike. In the absence of metered fares and [] The post Amarnath Pilgrims Overcharged Daily appeared first on Northlines .

By Nitya Chakraborty On the eve of the 17th BRICS Summit scheduled at Rio de Janeiro in Brazil on July 6 and 7, the ongoing discussions among the senior officials of the member countries for the preparation of the draft joint declaration from the Summit, are showing big divergence of views on the two [] The post Discussions on Draft Joint Declaration at BRICS Summit showing sharp divide appeared first on Northlines .

Willing to sacrifice shot term price spikes for preserving market shares By K Raveendran OPEC+ appears to be navigating one of its most intricate balancing acts in recent years as it prepares to announce a fourth consecutive production hike. The move, at first glance, seems at odds with its long-standing goal of stabilizing [] The post Oil Cartel shedding its price hawk role in favour of Market-driven strategies appeared first on Northlines .

Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit July 6 is observed as the World Zoonoses Day. Zoonosis is the spread of infectious disease from animals to humans. In case of vice versa, it is called reverse Zoonosis or Anthroponosis. The purpose of the day is to spread awareness of the risks of Zoonotic diseases. The French biologist, Louis [] The post The Animal-Human Connection: Understanding Zoonotic Diseases appeared first on Northlines .

By Syed Majid Gilani Noon Chai and Srinagar are never two separate things, they are one a seamless bond of culture, tradition, and kindness that touches every home, every heart, and every street. Kashmirs soul feels incomplete without that special pink tea, brimming with salt, history, and the fragrance of simple, honest lives [] The post Noon Chai: The Soul of a Lost Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .