HC seeks NIA reply on ex-PFI chiefs plea
FIR as Pune iftar party attacked
Govt failed to keep promises made to farmers, says Rahul
RSS outreach touches 10 crore homes, adds 6k shakhas in a year
Wangchuk freed as govt revokes NSA detention
HIV+ man injects blood into kin who rejected marriage offer, held
Arrest Badshah: Haryana women's panel to police
Lala Shiv Charan Gupta: The Lion of Duggar Land Remembered
A Tribute to the Veteran Statesman on His Punyatithi Fourteen years ago, the people of Jammu and Kashmir lost this visionary and people-centric leader Lala Shiv Charan Gupta. His contribution to the growth and development of Udhampur as a vibrant town and a centre of nationalist political thought remains deeply etched in public memory. A [] The post Lala Shiv Charan Gupta: The Lion of Duggar Land Remembered appeared first on Northlines .
Spl teams to monitor LPG, fuel supply stock in Jammu
Jammu Tawi, Mar 14: Deputy Commissioner Jammu Rakesh Minhas on Saturday announced the formation of special monitoring teams to verify LPG and fuel stock at distributorships to ensure transparency and strict adherence to supply guidelines. The decision was taken during a meeting with LPG distributors and oil marketing companies here, an official spokesperson said. The [] The post Spl teams to monitor LPG, fuel supply stock in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
SIT to probe attack on Farooq Abdullah
JammuTawi, Mar 14: Jammu and Kashmir Police have constituted a seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the recent assassination attempt on former chief minister and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah during a marriage function here. Inspector General of Police, Bhim Sen Tuti ordered the setting up of the SIT, considering the seriousness and sensitivity [] The post SIT to probe attack on Farooq Abdullah appeared first on Northlines .
Iran evacuation: 101 JK students to reach home today; 90 cross Azerbaijan border
More students await relocation from various Iranian cities Srinagar, Mar 14:In a significant development in the ongoing evacuation of Indian medical students from Iran, the first batch of around 101 students, including many from Jammu and Kashmir, is expected to reach India on March 15. According to details obtained by the news agency, the first [] The post Iran evacuation: 101 JK students to reach home today; 90 cross Azerbaijan border appeared first on Northlines .
CM launches online ticketing system across JK Gardens
Jammu Tawi: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today launched an online ticketing solution for garden entry across Jammu and Kashmir gardens from Badamwari here. Ministers Javed Ahmed Dar and Satish Sharma, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, Commissioner Secretary Floriculture, Gardens & Parks Zubair Ahmed, along with senior officers of [] The post CM launches online ticketing system across JK Gardens appeared first on Northlines .
Despite Apex Court directives & Govt Orders, JKBOSE Reluctant to Conduct TET
Ajay Sharma Jammu, March 14 Notwithstanding clear cut directions from the Supreme Court, and subsequent orders from the Jammu and Kashmir government,the designated agency reportedly appears reluctant to conduct Teachers Eligibility Test (TET). According to sources, aligning with the Right to Education (RTE) Act and a Supreme Court judgment, the Jammu and Kashmir School Education [] The post Despite Apex Court directives & Govt Orders, JKBOSE Reluctant to Conduct TET appeared first on Northlines .
Focussed efforts turn J&K into top trout producer: LG
Srinagar, Mar 14:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that focussed efforts under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi have made Jammu Kashmir the top trout producer in the country. Addressing the National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries, organised by Central Fisheries Department, Sinha said. Under the guidance of PM Modi, our focused efforts [] The post Focussed efforts turn J&K into top trout producer: LG appeared first on Northlines .
J&K, Ladakh to rely on 30% coal energy by 2030
Jammu Tawi:Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Union Territories are likely to depend on nearly 30 per cent of coal-based energy by the year 2030. According to official documents available with the news agency, the likely total projected contracted capacity for the year 2035-36 is around 11,001 Megawatts (MW). The projected contracted capacity consists of 3239 [] The post J&K, Ladakh to rely on 30% coal energy by 2030 appeared first on Northlines .
Tamil poet-lyricist Vairamuthu gets Jnanpith award
MHA revokes NSA detention of Sonam Wangchuk
New Delhi:The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Saturday revoked the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act with immediate effect. The MHA in a statement, issued to news agency, said: After due consideration, the government has decided to revoke the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect. It said that the [] The post MHA revokes NSA detention of Sonam Wangchuk appeared first on Northlines .
MeT predicts rain, snow from today
Jammu Tawi: Rain and snowfall are likely across Jammu and Kashmir from March 15 as a series of Western Disturbances are set to affect the region over the next few days, the India Meteorological Department said on Saturday. According to the details available with the news agency the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar has predicted that [] The post MeT predicts rain, snow from today appeared first on Northlines .
Demand grows for extension of Ladli Beti scheme to entire J&K
Srinagar: Voices are growing across Jammu and Kashmir demanding the extension of the Ladli Beti Scheme to all districts of the Union Territory, with residents questioning why the scheme currently covers only a limited number of districts while many others remain excluded. The scheme, which was launched to promote the birth and education of girl [] The post Demand grows for extension of Ladli Beti scheme to entire J&K appeared first on Northlines .
HC to Sambhal DM, SP: Quit if you can't enforce rule of law
9 Mineral dealer licenses suspended
Jammu Tawi, Mar 14: The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has suspended nine Mineral Dealer Licences (MDLs) across the Union Territory for alleged violations of licence conditions under the Minor Mineral Concession Rules, officials said. According to an order issued by Director Geology and Mining S.P. Rukwal, KAS, the action followed reports [] The post 9 Mineral dealer licenses suspended appeared first on Northlines .
Will ban conversions if BJP forms govt In Punjab: Shah
Statehood crusade never anti-national, Ladakh groups say after Wangchuks release
On Wangchuk and Iran, Omar, Mehbooba are on same page
Pak drone spotted over J&K village, search op launched
Panun Kashmir expels its chairman for links with US-based ISI agent
Assam elections 2026: Congress releases 2nd list of 23 candidates, leaves 15 seats for allies
The Indian National Congress has unveiled its second list of 23 candidates for the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly election in 2026. Key leaders are fielded across various constituencies. The party has strategically left 15 seats for its alliance partners as part of the seat-sharing agreement. This move sets the stage for the upcoming electoral battle in Assam.
Trumps sanctions easing Indias relief, Chinas opportunity and Russias windfall
Iranian Presidents assurance to Modi on Hormuz should improve oil supply further By T N Ashok NEW YORK: In the fog of war stretching from the Persian Gulf to Eastern Europe, a quiet recalibration of global energy policy is unfolding in Washington. The Donald Trump administration has moved to temporarily ease restrictions on [] The post Trumps sanctions easing Indias relief, Chinas opportunity and Russias windfall appeared first on Northlines .
Irans defiance of US-Israel axis becomes stronger under Mojtaba Khamenei
Frustrated Trump is mulling the option of ground assault by troops By Ashok Nilakantan Ayers NEW YORK: The new voice of power in Tehran did not sound conciliatory. It sounded resolute. Offensive, defensive and no apologies for its programmes or human rights violations. Warned neighbouring Arabs to take off the US naval bases. [] The post Irans defiance of US-Israel axis becomes stronger under Mojtaba Khamenei appeared first on Northlines .
PM Modi inaugurates APSEZ's Haldia terminal; India's first fully automated dry bulk facility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday commissioned the Haldia Bulk Terminal (HBT) and formally dedicated it to the nation.
Rising Youth Unemployment: The challenge of jobs amid economic growth
By Ashutosh Pandey India is a player in the world economy today. The country has done well in the last ten years. It has grown economically. A lot of people are using digital technology. The infrastructure is also getting better and more people are starting their businesses. But there is a problem. Many young [] The post Rising Youth Unemployment: The challenge of jobs amid economic growth appeared first on Northlines .
In recent weeks, reports of LPG cylinder shortages across several parts of the country have triggered a wave of anxiety among households, with long queues outside gas agencies and frantic calls to distributors becoming an increasingly common sight. While the concern of the common citizen is understandable, it is equally important to step back, assess [] The post Be Calm, Cylinders will come appeared first on Northlines .
Hyderabad activists call out contradictions in Telangana CMs Musi project
Hyderabad:The Musi Jan Andolan (MJA), a collective of civil society organisations, on Saturday, March 14, issued a point-by-point rebuttal of the Musi Riverfront Development Projects Phase 1 Detailed Project Report (DPR), alleging that the projects real objective may be to supply water to data centres being set up in Hyderabad rather than to rejuvenate the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Joy Returns as Educational Institutions Resume Classwork Across Kashmir
Rayees Ahmad Kumar Schools across the valley organised a Welcome Day on Monday as primary and middle schools across the Kashmir Valley reopened after the long winter vacation. Students returned to school with great enthusiasm and excitement. The young students looked cheerful and happy to meet their classmates and teachers after the prolonged break. While [] The post Joy Returns as Educational Institutions Resume Classwork Across Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
Rising tobacco use among youth : A growing social challenge
Mohammad Hanief Tobacco addiction has increasingly become one of the most pressing social and public health concerns affecting young people in many parts of India. In the region of Jammu and Kashmir, this issue has begun to take on worrying proportions, particularly among school, college and university-going students. Health experts, teachers and social workers [] The post Rising tobacco use among youth : A growing social challenge appeared first on Northlines .
Marriage proposal cancelled: HIV-positive man injects infected blood into woman in Hyderabad
A 24-year-old man allegedly injected HIV-infected blood into his 22-year-old relative in Hyderabad after her family cancelled their wedding upon discovering his positive status. The incident occurred on March 11, with police stating the accused forcibly administered the blood. He has been apprehended, and the woman is hospitalized.
Nearly 100 stray dogs poisoned to death in Telangana village
Nearly 100 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned to death in Telangana's Mancherial district, with an animal welfare activist filing a complaint against village officials. Police have registered a case under relevant acts, investigating allegations of hired individuals administering poisonous injections and burying the animals. This incident follows a pattern of mass canine killings reported in Telangana last year.
KTR calls Musi river project Rs 1.5 lakh crore land grab scheme
Hyderabad:Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Saturday, March 14, alleged that the Congress governments Musi Riverfront Development Project is not a beautification initiative but a massive land grab scheme targeting valuable lands along the river, warning that the party would strongly resist any attempts to demolish peoples homes in its Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Command centre set up in Hyderabad to oversee LPG supply: Uttam Kumar
Hyderabad: Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced on Saturday, March 14, that a command and control centre has been set up at the Civil Supplies Bhavan at Irrum Manzil in Hyderabad to oversee the supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders with round-the-clock operations and toll-free helpline numbers. Reddy reviewed the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Public transport to be revolutionized in Jammu
GoI to provide 75 seven-mtr e-mini buses Will ply & link inner uptown areas of Jammu Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, March 14: The public transport in the entire Jammu province is soon going to be revolutionized as the Government of India (GoI) has decided to provide seventy five (75) eco-friendly (e-buses) measuring 7 mtrs, almost [] The post Public transport to be revolutionized in Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
DU dismisses Rahul's allegation that it uses interviews to eliminate students
Hit by drone, bees sting BJP workers at Bandi Sanjays padayatra in Telangana
Hyderabad: A swarm of honey bees disturbed by a drone during a padayatra of Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay decided to take revenge by stinging Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) members and rendering some of them injured. The incident happened during the Anjanna Aashirwada Padayatra held by Bandi Sanjay from Maha Shakti Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hyderabad: Congress jibes Naam Narendra Kaam Surrender at protest against PM
Hyderabad: Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) on Saturday, March 14, held a massive protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Khairtabad in Hyderabad, alleging that the PM has compromised Indias interests with his recent actions. Congress claimed that Modi agreed to the India-US trade deal under pressure from America due to the Adani bribery case Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared the BJP will contest the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections independently, aiming to form its own government. He asserted the party's growing vote share and criticized the AAP government's performance on law and order, drugs, and corruption. Shah also pledged to enact a law against religious conversions if the BJP wins.
Tragedy strikes as five Indians lose their lives and one remains missing amid escalating Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, two Indian LPG carriers have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, en route to India with vital fuel supplies. Missions are working tirelessly to aid affected nationals and ensure repatriation.
Indian LPG vessels safely navigated the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East tensions, with the government assuring all Indian crew are secure. Despite panic booking, LPG supplies remain stable. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released after his NSA detention was revoked.
Lift ban, recognise CPI (Maoist) as party: surrendered leader Devuji
Hyderabad: CPI (Maoist) leader Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji, who recently surrendered before Telangana Police, on March 14, demanded that the governments lift the ban on the outfit and recognise it as a political party, though the organisation does not favour participating in electoral politics. He also demanded the release of Maoist sympathisers jailed across the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tamil Nadu is offering a Rs 2 per unit electricity subsidy for restaurants and food businesses switching from LPG to electric stoves, aiming to mitigate fuel shortage impacts. The state also provides subsidized loans for electric equipment and allows industries temporary use of alternative fuels. Measures are in place to support farmers and monitor LPG distribution.
Beyond The M-Y Formula: Samajwadi Party Signals Brahmin Outreach As 2027 UP Elections Approach
The Samajwadi Partys renewed focus on Brahmin issues also comes at a time when it has been trying to consolidate its political gains from recent elections
'I apologise': Trump aide Laura Loomer apologises for 'anti-India' posts on social media
Far-right activist Laura Loomer apologised for anti-India social media posts after facing backlash for racist remarks. While she expressed regret for offending people, Loomer stood firm on her opposition to the H-1B visa program, citing a need to protect American workers. She also criticized Pakistan, accusing it of supporting extremist networks.
'Congress Creating Panic Within Country: PM Modi Slams Party In Assam Amid West Asia War
PM Modi also alleged that the Congress neglected Indias Northeast, allowing the Barak Valley access to the sea while delineating borders during independence and partition.
TMC and BJP supporters clash in Kolkata hours before PM Modis rally
Tensions flared near Girish Park in Kolkata as TMC and BJP supporters clashed, pelting stones and raising slogans just before Prime Minister Modi's rally. Both parties accused each other of initiating the violence, with claims of damaged vehicles and hurled abuses. Police intervened to restore order in the area.
Govt Working To Minimise Impact Of Global Conflicts, Cong Trying To Create Panic: PM
SILCHAR, Mar 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the Centre was working to minimise the impact of global conflicts on citizens, while accusing the Indian National Congress of acting irresponsibly by trying to create panic in the country. Addressing a public meeting in Silchar, Assam, Modi said the world was witnessing wars and [] The post Govt Working To Minimise Impact Of Global Conflicts, Cong Trying To Create Panic: PM appeared first on Northlines .
US Announces $10 Million Reward for Info on Mojtaba Khamenei
NEW DELHI, Mar 14: The United States Department of State has announced a reward of up to $10 million (over Rs 92 crore) for information on key leaders of Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps under its Rewards for Justice Program. The reward targets individuals who command and direct various elements of the IRGC, which the [] The post US Announces $10 Million Reward for Info on Mojtaba Khamenei appeared first on Northlines .
Former J&K DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain Appointed First Chairman of OUSSSC
BHUBANESWAR, Mar 13: Former Director General of Police of Jammu and Kashmir Rashmi Ranjan Swain has been appointed as the first Chairman of the Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC), officials said. A 1991-batch IPS officer from Odisha, Swain recently retired as DGP of Jammu and Kashmir in 2024 and now becomes the inaugural [] The post Former J&K DGP Rashmi Ranjan Swain Appointed First Chairman of OUSSSC appeared first on Northlines .
Sonam Wangchuk Released From NSA Detention After Six Months
NEW DELHI, Mar 14: The government on Saturday revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect under the powers of the National Security Act (NSA), officials said. Wangchuk had been detained on September 26, 2025, two days after violent protests erupted in Leh over demands for statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion [] The post Sonam Wangchuk Released From NSA Detention After Six Months appeared first on Northlines .
J&K Geology Dept Suspends Nine Mineral Dealer Licences Over Violations
JAMMU, Mar 14: The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has suspended nine Mineral Dealer Licences (MDLs) across the Union Territory for alleged violations of licence conditions under the Minor Mineral Concession Rules, officials said. According to an order issued by Director Geology and Mining S.P. Rukwal, KAS, the action followed reports of [] The post J&K Geology Dept Suspends Nine Mineral Dealer Licences Over Violations appeared first on Northlines .
Ladakh protest: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to be released as govt revokes NSA detention
Can Narendra Modi Actually Bring Peace to the Iran Conflict?
Strange as it may sound, the circumstances today make it possible.The war involving Iran, Israel and the United States has already caused serious damage. Iran has suffered significant casualties and losses. Israel continues to operate under constant security pressure. Even the United States, despite initiating the confrontation, would prefer that... The post Can Narendra Modi Actually Bring Peace to the Iran Conflict? appeared first on HW News English .
Amid Poaching Fears, Congress Trouble-Shooter Shivakumar Hosts Odisha MLAs Before Rajya Sabha Polls
Around 12 Congress legislators from Odisha were flown from Bhubaneswar to Bengaluru late on Thursday night and are currently staying at a resort near Bidadi on the city's outskirts
With Focus On Muslims & Christians In Kerala, RSS Looks To Expand Footprint Via Social Pitch
The outreach forms part of a nationwide campaign marking 100 years of RSS, an effort aimed not merely at expansion, but also at building what the Sangh describes as Sajjan Shakti
Odisha: BJD skips Iftar, Eid milan amid tensions in West Asia
Bhubaneswar: In view of the massive bloodshed and loss of lives in the ongoing war in Middle Eastern countries, the Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD), on Friday, announced its decision not to celebrate Iftar and Eid Milan this year. Due to the severe war in the Middle East, thousands of innocent people have lost their Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ahead of RS polls, Cong corrals Odisha MLAs in K'taka, Haryana netas in HP
Oppn files notices in both Houses for removal of CEC
'Identifying sites in J&K for new power plants'
Student from Ludhiana dies fighting Russia's war
BJP: Infiltrators from B'desh behind Meghalaya violence
The BJP has blamed alleged Muslim infiltrators from Bangladesh for recent violence in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills, citing demographic shifts and attempts to usurp tribal rights. Tensions escalated after tribals protested non-tribal nominations for council elections, following a high court ruling.
CBI questions Anil Ambani's son in Rs 228 crore bank fraud case
In Sabarimala U-turn, Kerala backs tradition on entry of women
Govt wants Parliament sittings on March 28, 29
Help farmers shift from paddy to pulses, SC suggests to govt
Meerut SSP: Will nix passports if namaz on roads
Trans bill drops 'self-perceived identity' clause
SC: Mandatory period leave may deter firms from hiring women
Tehran: Will allow Indian ships to pass; PM Modi says Iran a friend
Stranded Iran navy ship crew fly out of Kochi
Prez row: Centre asks Bengal to send DM, police chief to Delhi
A village campus is beating the crisis with biogas & contingency planning
War upends life as LPG crisis hits not only eateries & hostels but also temples
The ongoing conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel has triggered a severe LPG cylinder shortage across India, leading to black marketing, price hikes, and widespread business closures. Restaurants and educational institutions are forced to reduce operations and meals, while families resort to traditional cooking methods to cope with the crisis.
LPG shortage stalls Agra's petha industry
22 vessels set to dock at Kandla port in 3 days
Deendayal Port in Kandla is preparing to welcome 22 vessels in the next three days, including foreign-flagged ships rerouted from the conflict-hit Gulf region. The port will serve as a transhipment hub for cargo destined for West Asian countries. Preparations are underway to manage this surge due to 'change of voyage' orders.
Crude tankers from Russia, Liberia on way to Indian ports
Two crude oil tankers have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, heading towards Indian ports. This offers some relief to energy supplies. Several tankers carrying Russian oil are also rerouting to India. Shipping operations in the Gulf remain challenging, with increased costs due to diversions and higher insurance premiums.
Cop, Wife killed as vehicle falls Into stream in Doda
Bhaderwah/Jammu, Mar 13: A head constable of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and his wife were killed, while their two children injured after their vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a stream in Doda district on Friday, officials said. The accident occurred around 9 am when the four were on way to [] The post Cop, Wife killed as vehicle falls Into stream in Doda appeared first on Northlines .
Cricketer Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi
Katra, Mar 13: Cricketer Abhishek Sharma recently visited the famous Katra Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu, a few days after Team India clinched the ICCs Mens T20 World Cup 2026. On Friday, Abhishek took to Instagram and shared pictures from the shrine. Jai Mata di, he simply captioned the post. He could be seen standing [] The post Cricketer Abhishek Sharma pays obeisance at Mata Vaishno Devi appeared first on Northlines .
Cop, wife die as car falls into stream in J&Ks Doda
A tragic accident in Doda district claimed the lives of a Jammu and Kashmir Police head constable and his wife. Their SUV skidded off the road and plunged into a stream. The couple died instantly. Their two sons sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention. The family was traveling to Bhaderwah when the incident occurred.
HC quotes Einstein to nix PSA detention, Omars lawyer sons win case
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashed a preventive detention under the Public Safety Act for a Pulwama resident due to significant contradictions in official records. Justice Rahul Bharti cited discrepancies, including a detainee being held months before the detention order was issued, highlighting carelessness in the application of the stringent law.
Heroin seized near international border in Jammu
Security forces in Jammu seized 503g of heroin, allegedly drone-dropped from Pakistan, near the international border in RS Pura sector. This follows a larger seizure of 2kg heroin just a day prior in Bishnah. The latest recovery was made in a farm following information from two arrested individuals.
Srinagars Jamia Mosque closed on last Friday of Ramzan, Mirwaiz placed under home detention
Authorities closed Srinagar's historic Jamia Masjid on the last Friday of Ramzan. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the chief cleric, was placed under house detention. This marks the seventh consecutive year of closure for the mosque on Jumat-ul-Vida. Congregational prayers were held at other locations like Hazratbal Shrine. Protests were also held in solidarity with Palestinians.
The Ladakh administration has appealed to the Leh Apex Body to reconsider its proposed March 16 procession, emphasizing commitment to dialogue. Citing the upcoming tourist season and potential economic impact, officials urged a broad consensus on demands for statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion. The administration highlighted the need for extensive deliberation before any significant decisions are made.
Vinai Kumar Saxena is Ladakhs 4th LG, calls region crown of India
Vinai Kumar Saxena took oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. He previously served as the LG of Delhi. Saxena pledged to work for the people's aspirations and visit villages to find solutions. He aims to boost tourism and develop Ladakh into a progressive Union Territory. He will collaborate with the public for this transformation.
