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New Delhi, Sep 12: BRICS leaders on Saturday unanimously adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026, strongly condemning the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam terror attack and backing reforms of the UN Security Council, in a major diplomatic outcome for India at the 18th BRICS Summit. The declaration, adopted on the opening day of the summit under [] The post BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration; Backs UNSC reforms, condemns Pahalgam attack appeared first on Northlines .

206 medical faculty members trained through eight programmes so far: Principal Arvind Sharma JAMMU TAWI, Sept 12:Medical faculty across Jammu and Kashmir are set to benefit from strengthened faculty development and competency-based medical education, with Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu becoming a new regional training centre approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC). So far, [] The post GMC Jammu named NMC Regional Centre for Faculty Training appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 12:Ahead of the upcoming autumn session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has constituted the Business Advisory Committee (BAC). According to a notification, a copy of which is in possession of news agency, the committee comprises legislators from different political parties and has been constituted under Rule 317 [] The post Speaker constitute 7-member BAC ahead of autumn session appeared first on Northlines .

Yogesh Jammu, Sep 12:Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Saturday called for intensifying action against narco-terror modules in Jammu region and directed the officers to enhance intelligence-led operations to counter emerging security threats. Chairing a high-level security review meeting with officers of Jammu Police to assess the prevailing security scenario, DGP Prabhat, according [] The post DGP directs for intense action against narco-terrorism in Jammu appeared first on Nort

Says three ministerial posts vacant even after two years, accuses Abdullah family of preventing grassroots democracy Jammu Tawi, Sep 12:Jammu and Kashmir Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma on Saturday claimed that the Omar Abdullah-led government would not complete its five-year term, alleging there was growing dissatisfaction within the ruling National Conference (NC). Sharma, who [] The post NC Govt not going to run for long: LoP Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 12: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted searches at 10 locations in Jammu and Kashmir in connection with a cross-border terror conspiracy involving Pakistan-based handlers of the proscribed terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and their alleged network of local Over Ground Workers (OGWs). The searches were conducted at locations in Kupwara, Kulgam, [] The post Terror Case: NIA raids 10 locations appeared first on Northlines .

Udhampur, Sept 12:The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Saturday produced a charge sheet against a former Patwari and a driver in a bribery case before the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Udhampur. In a statement issued to the news agency, a spokesperson said the charge sheet was produced in case FIR No. 01/2023 registered at Police Station ACB [] The post Former Patwari, driver charge-sheeted in bribery case appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 12: Continuing its endeavor to promote access to justice through swift, cost-effective and amicable resolution of disputes, the J&K Legal Services Authority, under the patronage of Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati, Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh and Patron-in-Chief, J&K Legal Services Authority and under the dynamic leadership of Justice Sanjeev [] The post 23,213 cases settled in Lok Adalat across JK appeared first on Northlines .

Local Currencies gain even as USD keeps structural advantage By K Raveendran The most important shift in the debate over the dollar is that BRICS is no longer concentrating on the politically spectacular but economically improbable idea of creating a common currency. The emphasis at the New Delhi summit has moved towards something more practical: [] The post BRICS Chips at Dollar without fully dislodging its foundations appeared first on Northlines .

A Saga of Resistance, Suffering and Supreme Sacrifice Former MLC GL Raina Every year, Kashmiri Hindus observe Balidan Diwas to remember those who sacrificed their lives for the nation, Dharma and the survival of their community. The day is associated with the martyrdom of Pandit Tika Lal Taploo, one of the tallest political leaders of [] The post Balidan Diwas 2026: The Kashmiri Pandit Struggle Through Centuries appeared first on Northlines .

The inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu Kashmir opens a new chapter for the regions filmmakers, audiences and creative ecosystem Deepak Dubey, JKAS For decades, the cinematic identity of Jammu and Kashmir existed almost exclusively on the other side of the lens. The snow-swept meadows of Gulmarg, the willow-fringed waters of Dal Lake and the [] The post From backdrop to storyteller: J&K finds its cinematic voice appeared first on Northlines .

The decision taken by the Jammu and Kashmir Government to invite suggestions and objections from the public and stakeholders on the proposed amendments to the Unified Building Bye-Laws, 2021 is an innovative and appreciable step. Building rules have a direct impact on urban life and it is the public and other concerned stakeholders who can [] The post Public wisdom can build J&K better appeared first on Northlines .

LEH, Sept 12: Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has directed completion within two months of the settlement of rights and claims of local communities in three protected areas of Ladakh, after the State Board for Wildlife rejected the report of a sub-committee on finalisation of their boundaries. The direction was issued at the 16th meeting [] The post State Board For Wildlife Rejects Report Of Sub-Committee On Settlement Of Boundaries In Protected Areas Of Ladakh appeared first on Northline

SRINAGAR, Sep 12: Police in Anantnag district on Saturday launched a major anti-narcotics operation at 20 locations in Waghama, identified as a drug hotspot, picking up 13 suspected drug peddlers for questioning and further legal action. The coordinated Narco Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) was aimed at identifying and dismantling the local network allegedly involved [] The post Police Raid 20 Waghama Locations, Pick Up 13 Suspected Peddlers appeared first on Northlines .

DEHRADUN, Sep 12: Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister and Congress leader Harish Rawat on Saturday announced his decision to step down from all party posts after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) recovered cash, jewellery and luxury watches from the residence of his personal assistant. The ED seized Rs 32 lakh in cash and a dozen luxury wristwatches [] The post Congress leader Harish Rawat Quits Party Posts After ED Seizes Cash, Jewellery From Aide appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Sep 12: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted searches at multiple locations across Kashmir as part of its ongoing probe into a terror-related case, officials said. The raids were carried out at several locations in Kulgam and Bandipora districts and in the Sopore area of Baramulla district, they said. NIA teams carried [] The post Terror Probe: NIA Raids Multiple Locations Across Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 12: The CBI has arrested a Superintendent in the office of the Commissioner of CGST and Central Excise and a CGST consultant in connection with an alleged 1-crore bribe case, officials said. The agency acted after registering an FIR on Wednesday on the complaint of the project head of a private realty [] The post CBI Nabs CGST Officer, Consultant In 1-Crore Bribe Case appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Sep 12: Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder Hafiz Saeed, Indias most-wanted terrorist, is in Pakistan, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) told a Special Court in Jammu while seeking and securing a second non-bailable warrant (NBW) against him in two months in a terror case linked to the supply of weapons, funds and directions to terror groups [] The post Hafiz Saeed In Pakistan, NIA Tells Jammu Court; Secures 2nd Non-Bailable Warrant appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sep 11:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called on BRICS countries to convert the groupings growing economic weight into greater investment, trade and business opportunities, while stressing the importance of freedom of navigation, secure sea lanes and the safety of seafarers. Addressing the BRICS Business Forum in India, Modi urged the grouping to [] The post Modi urges BRICS to cut trade barriers, boost business ties appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 11 : Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Friday chaired a high-level security meeting here to review the border protection grid along the International Border and Line of Control in the Jammu region, officials said. The meeting reviewed the security arrangements and coordination among the forces deployed along [] The post DGP reviews border protection grid appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 11: Bank employees affiliated with seven major unions under the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) observed a one-day strike here on Friday to press for immediate implementation of a five-day banking week and settlement of their long-pending demands. The employees held protests in front of the RBI regional office in Jammu. [] The post Bank employees observe strike, demand 5-day week appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 11: Over a dozen shops were demolished by the administration on Friday as part of highway expansion work in Jammu city, triggering resentment among shopkeepers who sought immediate rehabilitation. Men and machinery of the administration carried out the demolition drive for the second day in the Satwari-Nai Basti area amid heavy security [] The post Shops demolished in Satwari for highway expansion; traders seek rehabilitation appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 11:The Jammu and Kashmir Casual/Daily Wagers Forum (JKCDF) on Friday held a peaceful protest at Sher-i-Kashmir Park here, urging the government to address the long-pending demands of casual and daily-wage workers, particularly regularisation of their services. The protest was led by J&K Casual/Daily Wagers Forum president Sajad Ahmed Parray, who said the workers [] The post Casual workers protest, warn of stopping water supply appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 11:The agitation by National Health Mission (NHM) employees continued across Jammu and Kashmir for the third consecutive day on Friday, with the employees deciding to extend their ongoing 72-hour strike by another 72 hours from September 12, citing failure of the government to take concrete and time-bound action on their long-pending demands. The [] The post NHM employees extend 72-hour strike appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 11:The long-pending SinghporaVailoo twin-tube tunnel project under Sinthan Pass is set to move ahead, with the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) inviting bids for its construction along the KishtwarVailooKhanabal section of National Highway-244. The project, estimated to cost Rs 3,567.51 crore, is aimed at providing an all-weather connectivity link between [] The post NHIDCL invites bids for SinghporaVailoo twin-tube tunnel appeared first o

Srinagar, Sep 11:General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Friday said the Army will continue to remain committed to nation-building while ensuring peace and tranquillity in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a function at Army Goodwill School (AGS), Lt Gen Sharma said, As we march towards Viksit Bharat, Northern Command will continue to [] The post Nrn Army Commander reaffirms commitment to peace in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 11:Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir is likely to experience mainly dry weather over the next 10 days, with brief spells of rain and thundershowers expected at isolated and scattered places. The MeT said the weatheracross the Union Territory is likely to remain generally dry on September 12 and [] The post Weather to remain dry in J&K over next 10 days, predicts MeT appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 11:The National Conference-led Government is unlikely to go for an expansion-cum-reshuffle in the council of ministers for the time being, sources said. Sources said that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah would not immediately effect the expansion in his cabinet. There are no chances of cabinet expansion this month. The exercise will not be [] The post NC-led Govt unlikely to go for cabinet reshuffle appeared first on Northlines .

Arvind Sharma JAMMU Tawi, Sept 11: The government has finalized preparations forpopulation enumeration in snow-bound areas of J&K and Ladakh andpeople in these areascan expect the ongoing population enumeration exercise for Census 2027 to continue as planned, with district teams reporting steady progress despite challenging geographical conditions. Amit Sharma, Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and [] The post Census 2027: Enumeration all set to begin in snow-bound areas of J&K, Ladakh appea

It is worth noting that fire takes no time to destroy what people spend years building. Todays fire incident at Mandi Town in Poonch District is another reminder of this hard fact. Reportedly, the newly opened Chinar Cafe was completely gutted after two LPG cylinders exploded inside the closed eatery in the wee hours. The [] The post Take Fire Safety Seriously appeared first on Northlines .

Shaleen Mahajan The reported shuddhikaran of a venue in Haldwani following Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges rally raises a constitutional question beyond the political contest between the BJP and the Congress. If the allegations are established and the purification was undertaken because Mr. Kharge is a Dalit and his presence was regarded as polluting, the episode [] The post Can Untouchability Be Ritualistic? appeared first on Northlines .

By Chinmayee Sharma Pascal Tessauds Dans la peau (2024) is less a conventional redemption drama than a study of how identity is negotiated within spaces shaped by class, race and social exclusion. Set in Marseilles northern districts, the film follows Kaleem, a former convict attempting to rebuild his life while resisting the pull of the [] The post Dans La Peau: Portrait of Class, Race and Social Exclusion appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sept 11: The Supreme Court has stayed the reinstatement of IAS officer Rinku Dhugga, who was compulsorily retired by the Centre following the controversy over the alleged emptying of Delhis Thyagaraj Stadium to enable her to walk her dog. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and [] The post SC Stays Delhi HC Order On Reinstatement Of IAS Officer In Dog-Walking Case appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Sept 11: Police in Kulgam district on Friday arrested an absconder who had been evading arrest for the past five years in a case registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Police identified the accused as Mohammad Ishaq Sheikh, a resident of Okey, Kulgam, who was wanted in connection with FIR [] The post Kulgam Police Arrest Absconder After Five Years appeared first on Northlines .

JAMNAGAR, Sept 11: Vantara on Friday said it would fully comply with the High-Powered Committees (HPC) order permitting elephant Madhuri, also known as Mahadevi, to return to Kolhapur, while continuing to support her medical care and welfare after her relocation. In a statement, Vantara said Madhuri was brought to its facility in Jamnagar on July [] The post Vantara To Comply With Order Allowing Madhuris Return To Kolhapur appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Sept 11: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday congratulated para archer Sheetal Devi on winning the gold medal at the World Archery Para Series 2026, Stage III, describing her achievement as a proud moment for the nation. The Chief Ministers Office said Devi secured gold in the Womens Compound Individual Event [] The post CM Omar Congratulates Sheetal Devi For Her Gold At World Archery Para Series Stage III appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Sep 11: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) has invited offline applications for allocation of MBBS seats from Central Pool for spouse and children of terrorist victims for the academic year 2026-27.Geographic Reference According to notification issued, a total of four seats have been earmarked one seat at [] The post Four MBBS Seats Reserved Under Central Pool For Kin Of Terror Victims; JK BOPEE Invites Applications appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the results and ranks of the CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 examination, enabling candidates to check their performance and rank online. The NTA said candidates can access their results and ranks through the official website by using the required login credentials. The CSIR-UGC NET is conducted to [] The post CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Results Declared appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sept 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has issued a notification outlining a strict 30-day timeline for issuing a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for a solvent order license under the Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs. According to the notification dated September 9, 2026, the Director concerned within the department will [] The post 30-day timeline fixed for Solvent Order License NOC appeared first on Northlines .

SAMBA, Sept 10: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan has suspended four officials for negligence and failure to meet targets in the ongoing digital crop survey in the district. Those suspended are Agriculture Department AEAs Jatinder Kumar and Sunil Khajuria and Rural Development Department Panchayat Secretaries Surinder Singh and Vishal Rasgotra. The action followed a review [] The post Four officials suspended over poor performance in Digital Crop Survey appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Sep 10: The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended for appointment of Yash Paul Bourney, Judicial Officer, as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The decision was taken at the Collegium meeting according to a statement issued by the Supreme Court Collegium. The resolution states, The Supreme Court [] The post SC Collegium recommends appointment of YP Bourney as Judge of J&KL High Court appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Sep 10: The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the establishment of the Ladakh Administrative Service and the Ladakh Police Service, while recruitment for about 79 Group B posts across 15 departments will soon begin under the reservation rules applicable in the Union Territory, Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra announced on Thursday. Fundamentally, the Ministry [] The post Ladakh gets Adm, Police Services; recruitment for 79 Group B posts soon appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 10: A drug trafficker, who escaped from the custody of the Jammu Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), has been caught in the neighboring state of Punjab. The NCB officials, in a statement issued here on Thursday, said that the NCB, in close coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Punjab Police, had [] The post Drug trafficker who escaped NCB custody arrested in Jalandhar appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Sep 10:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that Jammu and Kashmir must move beyond being merely a beautiful filming location and become a place from where its own stories emerge, talent is discovered and films are conceived and created. Addressing the closing ceremony of the first-ever International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir [] The post CM invites filmmakers to return, create, collaborate in region appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Sep 10:Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday commended the commitment and efforts of joint team of security forces manning the strategically important Doda-Kathua-Udhampur trijunction area. According to the details available, DGP Prabhat visited a Joint Temporary Operating Base (TOB) manned by the jawans of Special Operations Group (SOG), Rashtriya Rifles [] The post DGP reviews security arrangements, inter-agency coordination appeared first on Northlines .

Say repeated assurances failed to yield action Jammu Tawi, Sep 10:The 72-hour strike by National Health Mission (NHM) employees continued across Jammu and Kashmir for the second consecutive day on Thursday, with employees staging protests at district, block and field-level health establishments over their long-pending demands, including pay parity, job security and social protection. According [] The post NHM employees continue strike across J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, September 10: The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), representing seven employee and officer unions, has announced nationwide strikes over the pending demand for implementation of a five-day working week in the banking sector. Bank employees and officers will observe an all-India strike on September 11, followed by strikes on September 28, 29 and [] The post UFBU Announces Nationwide Bank Strike on Sept 11 appeared first on Northlines .

482 Cr indicative investment in ITIs to focus on high-demand skills and high-paying jobs SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 10: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo chaired the 1st UT Level Steering Committee Meeting to review and steer the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising the need [] The post PM-SETU to transform J&Ks ITIs into industry-ready skill hubs: CS Dulloo appeared first on Northlines .

KATHMANDU, Sept 10: The death toll from flash floods in Nepal rose to 1,377 on Thursday as more bodies were recovered from affected districts, while security forces continued search and rescue operations for more than 5,000 missing people, authorities said. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), 364 bodies have been [] The post Nepal Flood Death Toll Rises To 1,377, Over 5,000 Still Missing appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Sep 10: The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed gangster Abu Salems plea seeking premature release from prison, rejecting his claim that he had already completed the 25-year imprisonment period linked to Indias extradition assurance to Portugal. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta upheld the Bombay High Courts April 2026 order, [] The post Supreme Court Rejects Abu Salems Early Release Plea, Jail Term To Continue Till 2030 appeared first on Northlines .