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Jammu Tawi, March 31: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said the Centre is currently reviewing proposals for metro projects in the twin capitals, Jammu and Srinagar, with the aim of strengthening urban transport infrastructure in both cities. Replying to a question on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in the Legislative Assembly, Education [] The post Metro projects for Jammu, Srinagar under Centres consideration: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 31:The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday dismissed claims circulating on social media about a paper leak in the Fire Services recruitment examination, stating that no such conclusion has been reached so far. It said the investigation is still underway and cautioned aspirants against relying on unverified information, adding that any action taken at [] The post ACB refutes paper leak claims in fire services recruitment, says probe ongoing appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Mar 31:A Pulwama anti-corruption court on Tuesday convicted five individuals in a decades-old case involving a fraudulent government teacher appointment, sentencing them to jail terms and fines for corruption and forgery. In a statement issued, a spokesperson said in a significant verdict reinforcing the commitment to combat corruption, the Honble Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court [] The post Court convicts five in fake teacher appointment case appeared first on Northlines .

Industrial sector attracts Rs 7,534.96 crore investment, creating over 41,000 jobs Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:The Jammu & Kashmir government on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that 639 industrial units have been established in the Union Territory during the last two financial years. Replying to an unstarred question by MLA Balwant Singh Mankotia, the Industries & [] The post 639 industrial units established in last two financial years: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Says certification system implemented to curb misbranding Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said it has secured Geographical Indication (GI) registration for 18 traditional handicrafts of Jammu and Kashmir to ensure their authenticity and promote genuine Kashmiri products. Replying to an unstarred question by Tanvir Sadiq in the Assembly, the Minister [] The post GI tags secured for 18 traditional handicrafts appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday expressed concern over the withdrawal of security from the National Conference headquarters, Nawa-e-Subh, in Srinagar, terming the move quite surprising in the backdrop of a recent attack on the NC President Dr Farooq Abdullah. Speaking on the issue, the Chief Minister said the decision to scale [] The post CM expresses concern over security withdrawal from NC HQ appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:The Jammu & Kashmir government on Tuesday said there is no proposal under consideration to grant concession or exemption in job application fees charged by recruitment agencies in the Union Territory. Replying to an unstarred Assembly Question No. 997 tabled by MLA Hilal Akbar Lone regarding waiver of application fees in view [] The post No proposal for waiving job application fees appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:The Government of Jammu & Kashmir on Tuesday acknowledged the growing menace of drug abuse in the Union Territory, stating that the issueparticularly among youthhas emerged as a serious social and public health concern requiring sustained and coordinated intervention. Replying to a question raised by MLA Sham Lal Sharma in the Assembly, [] The post Drug abuse emerges as serious social, public health concern in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:Stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid the foundation for a powerful nation, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that under his (PMs) leadership, India stands resolute today. Addressing the Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, a special event organized by S.S Jain Sabha, to celebrate Mahavir Jayanti, here, LG Sinha said, Under [] The post India resolute under PMs visionary leadership: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:Minister for Relief and Disaster Management on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that a recent study has identified high-risk glacial lakes in Kashmir Himalayas. The Minister a recent scientific study conducted by the University of Kashmir has identified a number of glacial lakes in the Kashmir Himalaya with varying levels of susceptibility [] The post High-risk glacial lakes identified in Kashmir Himalaya, Govt outlines preparedness measures appeared first on Northlin

All eyes on Govts stance on bill seeking renewal of leases Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:As many as 64 Private Member Bills are listed in the business of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Wednesday. According to the list of business circulated by the Assembly Secretariat, 64 bills have been scheduled for introduction in the [] The post 64 Private Member Bills listed for today appeared first on Northlines .

Says, 252 seizures, FIRs lodged; no shortage, no panic buying reported Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday said petrol, diesel and LPG stocks are adequate, with 3,442 inspections and raids conducted since March 17 to curb hoarding and black marketing. Replying to a Calling Attention Motion in the Legislative Assembly, Minister [] The post 3442 raids, 2443 complaints, fuel stocks adequate in J&K: Minister appeared first on Northlines .

Highways hit by landslides, key roads shut and temperatures fall Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:Higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall while plains witnessed widespread rainfall on Tuesday, leading to a drop in temperatures and disruption in road connectivity, officials said. Snowfall was reported from Tulail Valley, Razdan Pass and Sadhna Top in Kupwara district, while [] The post Snowfall, rain disrupt life across J&K appeared first on Northlines .

It is praiseworthy that the Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo has taken the cognizance over the issue of private schools taking arbitrary decisions to put unjustified financial burdens on parents. Reportedly, the Education Minister has directed the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) authorities to take [] The post Keep Check On Private Schools appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. Ashaq Hussain Every year on April 1, people across the world celebrate April Fools Day with harmless pranks, playful lies, and light-hearted jokes meant to bring laughter rather than harm. Traditionally, it was a day when friends tricked friends, newspapers published humorous fake stories, and society collectively agreed to suspend seriousness for a [] The post The Digital Ages Endless April Fools appeared first on Northlines .

IRAN IS BUILT FOR ENDURANCE, DIFFUSION AND WEAPONIZATION OF PAIN By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: It began, as these things often do, with the language of certainty. Targeted strikes. Decisive blows. A crippled nuclear program and a supreme leader dead. Washington and Tel Aviv declared the opening salvos of their campaign against [] The post Four weeks of Israeli-American war on Iran: Remaking of the World appeared first on Northlines .

Congress hoping for win, as CM Pinarayi rides good governance wave By Kalyani Shankar After a decade in the Opposition, the Congress party is striving to regain its influence in Kerala ahead of the 2026 elections. The Congress-led UDF wants to snatch power, bolstered by strong results in past Lok Sabha elections and local [] The post Battle Royale for Kerala Assembly: UDF majority, or LDF hat-trick? appeared first on Northlines .

Socio-Economic promises of both could catch voters imagination By Dr. Gyan Pathak The Congress announced five guarantees to Assam voters on Sunday March 29, and two days later on March 31, BJP has released its manifesto and gave 31 promises. A special feature of the BJPs manifesto is its comparison of achievement of NDA [] The post BJPs election manifesto for Assam tries to outshine Congress appeared first on Northlines .

Disgruntled Nasimuddin Siddiqui joining Samajwadi Party irks INC By Pradeep Kapoor LUCKNOW: Is Congress trying to win over the support from Samajwadi Party leader Mohd Azam Khan and his followers in Rampur and other neighbouring areas? The recent meeting of UPCC president Ajay Rai and other leaders with Tanzeen Khan, the wife of the [] The post UP Congress leaders reach out to jailed Mohd Azam Khans family appeared first on Northlines .

Nalanda (Bihar), Mar 31: At least eight women were killed and six others injured in a stampede-like situation at the Sheetala Mata temple in Maghra area of Nalanda district on Tuesday morning, triggered by a heavy rush of devotees. Bihar Sharif Assistant Superintendent of Police Noorul Haque said police and district administration teams rushed to [] The post 8 Women Killed, 6 Injured in Stampede at Sheetala Mata Temple in Bihar appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Mar 31: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has imposed a strict ban on the use of tobacco, intoxicants and other prohibited substances inside all public transport and government vehicles to enhance road safety and public health. The decision aims to curb substance use among drivers and passengers, reduce road accidents, and [] The post Ladakh Bans Tobacco, Intoxicants in Public, Govt Vehicles to Boost Safety appeared first on Northlines .

Udhampur, Mar 31: Seven persons were injured on Tuesday after a passenger auto (JK14G/2923) met with an accident at Kallaser Morh in Chenani area of Udhampur district. Officials said five of the injured were shifted to Government Medical College (GMC) Udhampur for further treatment, while two others with minor injuries were treated on the spot. [] The post J&K: 7 Injured As Passenger Auto Overturns At Kallaser Morh appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Mar 31: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a drowning incident in the Tawi river at Nagrota. While the bodies of two boys who drowned in the river on Sunday have been recovered, the search for the third [] The post LG, CM Condoles Loss Of Lives In Drowning Incident In Jammu appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Mar 31: Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Tuesday said the prevailing security scenario cannot be taken lightly, stressing that past incidents must guide present decisions. Intervening during a discussion on the withdrawal of security cover to the National Conference headquarters and several legislators, Rather said those who have faced [] The post Security Situation Serious, Cannot Be Taken Lightly: Speaker Rather appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 31: A new income tax framework along with key Budget provisions, including higher Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options (F&O) trades and reduced Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages and select remittances, will come into force from April 1 with the start of the 2026-27 fiscal. The [] The post New Income Tax Law, Higher STT on F&O Trades Effective April 1 appeared first on Northlines .

SHOPIAN, Mar 31: The Mughal Road has been temporarily closed following heavy rainfall and snowfall overnight at Pir Gali, officials said on Tuesday. SSP Traffic Rural Farooq Qasier stated that the road will remain closed until conditions are deemed safe for travel. Updates on reopening will be provided once the route is cleared and [] The post Mughal Road Temporarily Closed Due to Heavy Rain, Snow at Pir Gali appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The Central Government has proposed amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 to expand regulatory oversight to news and current affairs content shared by non-publisher users on social media platforms. The Ministry has invited stakeholder feedback on the draft amendments, setting April 14, 2026, [] The post Centre Plans Wider IT Rules Cover for Social Media Content appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: Masood Azhars elder brother, Mohammad Tahir Anwar, has died in Pakistan under mysterious circumstances, according to a statement issued by the banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed. The group said Anwars funeral was scheduled at Jamia Masjid Usman Wali in Bahawalpur on Monday, though the exact cause of death has not been disclosed. He was [] The post JeM Chief Masood Azhars Brother Dies in Pakistan Under Mysterious Circumstances appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, March 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his greetings to the nation on the sacred occasion of Bhagwan Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, emphasising the enduring relevance of the Jain spiritual leaders teachings in contemporary society. In a message posted on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, Best wishes on [] The post PM Modi extends greetings on Mahavir Jayanti, highlights relevance of non-violence and compassion appeared first on Northlines .

Ramban, Mar 31: Traffic movement on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was suspended late Monday evening after a landslide blocked both up and down tubes near Mehar in Ramban district. An official said the landslide occurred near the trailer parking area, leading to a complete halt of vehicular movement along the stretch. As [] The post J&K: Landslide Halts Traffic on Jammu-Srinagar Highway in Ramban appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said that tourist arrivals in the Union Territory have shown fluctuations over the past three years, while highlighting a series of measures undertaken to boost tourism potential across Jammu and Kashmir provinces. The information was provided in response to a starred question (A.Q No. 468) [] The post Tourist arrivals in J&K shown fluctuations over past 3 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that the Power Amnesty Scheme for domestic consumers has been extended till March 31, 2026, providing continued relief to consumers by waiving interest and surcharge accumulated up to March 2025. Replying to an unstarred question raised by MLA Mian Mehar Ali, [] The post Power Amnesty Scheme extended till March 2026 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday said that road accidents in the Union Territory have shown a declining trend over the past three years due to effective implementation of road safety measures. Replying to an un-starred question tabled by MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, the Transport Department, informed that the number of [] The post Road accidents decline in J&K: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said that there is no proposal under consideration for regularisation of supporting staff engaged under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Replying to a starred question tabled by MLA Muzaffar Iqbal Khan, the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, informed that [] The post No proposal for regularisation of MGNREGA supporting staff: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Sent to 5-day police custody New Delhi, Mar 30:Delhi Polices Special Cell on Monday said it has arrested a suspected operative of the Lashkar-e-Taiba from the Ghazipur area. The accused has been identified as Shabbir Ahmad Lone, a resident of Kangan area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district. After his arrest, Shabir was produced before a [] The post Ganderbal resident arrested in Delhi for alleged LeT links appeared first on Northlines .

Calls for transforming job seekers into job providers Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed hope that Mission YUVA would emerge as a model for self-employment schemes across the country, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir aims to set a national benchmark in entrepreneurship-led development. The Chief Minister made these remarks while addressing the [] The post Mission YUVA to become national benchmark for self-employment schemes: CM appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has notified introducing the Jammu and Kashmir Secretariat (Subordinate) Service Recruitment Rules, 2026, establishing a comprehensive legal and administrative framework governing subordinate staff in the Civil Secretariat. As per the notification, the rules have been framed under the proviso to Article 309 of [] The post Secretariat Subordinate Service Recruitment Rules, 2026 notified appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Secretariat on Monday issued a notification regarding the upcoming elections for three financial committees of the House, each comprising 11 members. In a notification isaued by assembly secretariate, In accordance with Regulation No. 2(1) of the Regulations for conducting elections to Assembly Committees on the [] The post JK Assembly announces election schedule for three Financial Committees appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, March 30 : Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday informed the state assembly that traffic enforcement agencies in the Union Territory have fully transitioned to a 100 per cent e-challaning system, with over 52,000 challans issued in 2025. In a written reply to the National Conference MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, Minister for Transport [] The post J-K transitioned to 100 per cent e-challaning system appeared first on Northlines .

Draw inspiration from PM Modis resolve for a strong, prosperous India Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Jammu: Asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi works tirelessly round-the-clock for the nations welfare, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday urged citizens to draw inspiration from the Prime Ministers unwavering resolve and march shoulder-to-shoulder in building a strong and prosperous India. [] The post PM Modis leadership keeps India resilient amid global crises: Sinha appeared first on Northline

PM best placed to help end conflict Calls for diplomatic solution amid complex dynamics Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday called for an immediate end to the ongoing West Asia conflict, stressing that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi is uniquely positioned to facilitate peace. Talking to reporters outside the [] The post CM Omar calls for immediate end to West Asia Conflict appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government does not reject private members bills without due scrutiny, asserting that each proposal is examined on merit before a decision is taken. Responding to concerns raised by Congress legislator Nizam-ud-Din Bhat, CM Omar said it was unfair to suggest that such bills are [] The post Pvt Members Bills not being dismissed blindly: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The government Monday said that it has managed a peak load of over 1600 Megawatts (MWs) in Jammu division during the previous summers and 2035 MWs in Kashmir division in the current winter. The government informed the Legislative Assembly that the hydro power generation during the winters plummets due to the less [] The post Jammu sees 1,600 MW summer peak, Kashmir 2,035 MW in winter appeared first on Northlines .

Existing legal framework sufficient to safeguard river Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The government on Monday opposed a private members bill on protection of River Jhelum in the Assembly, asserting that existing laws are sufficient to safeguard water bodies. Responding to concerns raised by legislator Dr. Bashir Ahmed Veeri, Minister for PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control said [] The post Govt opposes Jhelum Protection Bill appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said it is committed to protect every religious place, including temples, gurudwaras, mosques and churches and does not require additional legislation for the purpose. Responding in the House, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary said successive governments led by Omar Abdullah have introduced measures from time [] The post J&K an example of brotherhood, religious sites fully protected: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

Nazim Khan to head FCS&CA Kashmir; Shreya gets Addl charge as Director Information Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday ordered a reshuffle in the administration, transferring and assigning new postings to several IAS and JKAS officers with immediate effect, including key changes in Food, Civil Supplies, Agriculture, Tourism and Information departments [] The post Govt orders reshuffle across key departments appeared first on Northlines .

Actor-Playwrights teamwork with Satyajit Ray still casts a spell By Tirthankar Mitra Think of an actor equally at home on stage and screen, and Utpal Dutt whose birth anniversary was on March 29, comes to mind first. With an English accent which would have made even an Englishman envious, coupled with mannerisms to match, [] The post An Ode to the thespian Utpal Dutt on his 97 th Birth Anniversary appeared first on Northlines .

Gen Z Billionaires dont need political access, just enough bandwidth By T N Ashok The glass towers of Bandra-Kurla Complex gleam with the sterile promise of a modern economy, but their foundations rest on a history of spectacular wreckage. For seven decades, thirteen Indian Prime Ministersfrom the socialist idealism of Jawaharlal Nehru to the [] The post Ghost in the ledger: Digital Buccaneer tycoon hoodwinking banks appeared first on Northlines .

On the Occasion of the 2624th Birth Anniversary of Mahavir Jayanti By Ravi Rohmetra Bhagwan Mahavira, also known as Vardhamana, was the twenty-fourth and last Tirthankara of Jainism. He was born into a royal family in what is now Bihar. At the time of his birth, the entire town witnessed prosperity in terms of agriculture, [] The post Bhagwan Mahavir (Vardhamana): Apostle of Ahimsa and Spiritual Awakening appeared first on Northlines .

Sakshi Jha (IIMC Jammu) Jammus tourism story is no longer just about faith it is slowly becoming a narrative of transformation, resilience, and new possibilities. For decades, the region has been synonymous with the sacred shrine of Vaishno Devi Temple, drawing millions of pilgrims every year and shaping the local economy almost entirely around religious [] The post From Pilgrimage to Possibilities: Jammus Tourism reinvents itself as a Year-Round appeared first on Northlines .