New Delhi, Feb 3: In an unprecedented storm of disruptions, the Lok Sabha was adjourned multiple times and ultimately suspended eight Congress MPs for creating uproar, marking one of the most turbulent sessions in recent memory. The chaos centered around Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhis repeated attempts to quote from former Army Chief General M [] The post Lok Sabha erupts in chaos: 8 Cong MPs suspended amid ruckus over unpublished book, India-US trade deal appeared first on Northlines .
AI era demands creative thinking over rote learning: LG Sinha
Says country needs inspirational teachers, not passive learning Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Asserting that humanitys greatest asset in future will be innovative and creative thinking, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that in this AI era, teaching isnt about rote delivery but nurturing creativity. Addressing the Inspirational Teachers Award ceremony organized by Amar Ujala Group [] The post AI era demands creative thinking over rote learning: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
Congress should take up the Coordination matter with NC leadership: Omar
Jammu Tawi, Feb 3: Responding to questions regarding the budget presentation, the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah declined to comment outside the House, stating that he would address all budget-related issues on the floor of the Assembly. I will say everything in the House regarding the budget, he said. On remarks allegedly made by Congress leader [] The post Congress should take up the Coordination matter with NC leadership: Omar appeared first on Northlines .
Drug seizures in J&K declines sharply since 2021: MHA
Lowest narcotics seizures in 2025; opium-based drugs down nearly 90% since 2021 New Delhi, Feb 3:Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday informed the Parliament that seizure of narcotic substances in Jammu and Kashmir has declined sharply over the past five years, particularly in opium-based drugs. Data tabled in the Lok Sabha by the MHA, substantiated [] The post Drug seizures in J&K declines sharply since 2021: MHA appeared first on Northlines .
Fresh snowfall in J&K higher reaches, rain lashes plains
MeT predicts cloudy weather till Feb 6, light snowfall on Feb 7 Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Fresh snowfall was reported in the higher reaches of the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday, while several areas in the plains received rainfall, even as temperatures showed a marginal improvement across Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. According to the Meteorological Department, [] The post Fresh snowfall in J&K higher reaches, rain lashes plains appeared first on Northlines .
Omar to introduce Bills on decriminalisation, leprosy rights
Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will introduce two bills-one for decriminalising certain offences to further enhance trust-based governance for ease of living and doing business, and another for eliminating discrimination against leprosy-affected patients-on Wednesday in the Legislative Assembly. As per the list of business circulated by the Legislative Assembly this evening, CM Omar [] The post Omar to introduce Bills on decriminalisation, leprosy rights appeared first on Northlines .
NLU for Jammu echoed in Assembly, Kashmiri leaders counter
Citing SMVDIME, Sakina Itoo backs NLU setup in Kashmir Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The demand for setting up a National Law University in Jammu echoed in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, with BJP MLAs staging protests over the issue. As soon as Question Hour began, BJP MLAs stood up and protested, demanding a Law University [] The post NLU for Jammu echoed in Assembly, Kashmiri leaders counter appeared first on Northlines .
After objections from farmers, MLAs, Centre halts 3 Railway projects in Kashmir
Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Centre on Tuesday said that three proposed railway projects in Kashmir have been put on hold following objections from locals and elected representatives. Union Railway Minister Ashwani Kumar said, There is already a railway line from Srinagar to Baramulla, and there was a demand to set up three more railway lines. [] The post After objections from farmers, MLAs, Centre halts 3 Railway projects in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .
PMGSY-I has connected 2132 habitations in J&K
New Delhi, Feb 3:The Government of India on Tuesday informed Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir has made significant progress in achieving universal all-weather rural road connectivity under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, the Union Ministry of Rural Development, said, Under PMGSY-I, as many as 2,132 [] The post PMGSY-I has connected 2132 habitations in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
50 Mobile Veterinary Units operational in J&K
Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Government of India on Monday informed the Parliament that 50 Mobile Veterinary Units (MVUs) have been made operational in Jammu and Kashmir since 202122 under the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme. In a written reply to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry [] The post 50 Mobile Veterinary Units operational in J&K appeared first on Northlines .
J&K considers single-window online system for tourism licenses
Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said it is considering introducing a single-window, online system for registration and renewal of tourism-related establishments and for obtaining mandatory No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from multiple departments. In a written reply to a question by MLA Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed Pardesi, the Tourism Department said that [] The post J&K considers single-window online system for tourism licenses appeared first on Northlines .
Rs 70 Cr of marriage aid awaits Treasury clearance
Jammu Tawi, Feb 3:The government on Tuesday acknowledged that payments under the Marriage Assistance Scheme are pending for thousands of approved beneficiaries, even as it denied any inordinate delay in disbursement. In a written reply to a question tabled by legislator Javid Hassan Baig, the Social Welfare Department said that during the current financial year, [] The post Rs 70 Cr of marriage aid awaits Treasury clearance appeared first on Northlines .
Train to Pahalgam put on hold for now as J&K govt, MPs flag threat to apple orchards
The governing National Conference said the halted proposals include the Bijbehara-Pahalgam railway link and the Pulwama-Shopian railway project. The issue was earlier raised by local farmers, legislators, including Anantnag-Poonch MP Mian Altaf and the opposition PDP leaders. Vaishnaw said there was a demand for three additional railway projects in the region, but these had been kept on hold for now due to the objections raised.
Operation Kiya: Encounter erupts in J&Ks Udhampur
Officials said at least two to three Pakistani terrorists were believed to be trapped within the cordon. The White Knight Corps post stated that a joint team of Counter Insurgency Force Delta, police, and CRPF established contact with the terrorists around 4pm. Earlier, security forces had launched a search operation in Jopher area in Udhampurs Ramnagar late Sunday.
Indias 2026-27 Budget gets cautious welcome for maturity from western media
Financial Times sees it as Modi Govts attempt to shield the economy from trade storms By T N Ashok Indias Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled her ninth budget on February 1 , a fiscal blueprint designed to sustain the worlds fastest-growing major economy at 6.5% even as Donald Trumps tariff threats and global economic [] The post Indias 2026-27 Budget gets cautious welcome for maturity from western media appeared first on Northlines .
Myanmar Junta backed party USDP announces victory in rigged elections
General Ming Aung Hiang may take over as President in March this year By Tirthankar Mitra Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), the military junta backed party won the Myanmar elections in what is widely perceived to be a sham victory. Pointers of democratic irregularity do not make the three phase elections be free [] The post Myanmar Junta backed party USDP announces victory in rigged elections appeared first on Northlines .
Is India-US trade deal a reality or it is another Trumpian Trick?
A bilateral trade deal is a serious affair; it is not done through phone By Anjan Roy If a trade deal between two large countries could be announced immediately after a phone call from a president to a prime minister, then such a deal could at best be described as phoney. Alternatively, there [] The post Is India-US trade deal a reality or it is another Trumpian Trick? appeared first on Northlines .
Union Budget 202627: A Moment for Jammu & Kashmir to Invest in Its Youth
By Girdhari Lal Raina The Union Budget 202627, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a decisive shift from incrementalism to long-term nation-building. Rooted in the vision of Viksit Bharat, the Budget is unmistakably Yuva Shaktidriven, capacity-focused, and technology-led. It recognises that Indias greatest strategic asset over the next quarter century is not merely [] The post Union Budget 202627: A Moment for Jammu & Kashmir to Invest in Its Youth appeared first on Northlines .
Corruption rampant, deep rooted
It is unfortunate that despite the government taking a number of steps to curb the corruption, this scourge continues to remain as a big problem in J&K with new cases of corruption coming to fore every now and then. In this regard, two more cases of corruption have hogged the headlines whereby two government officials [] The post Corruption rampant, deep rooted appeared first on Northlines .
Female Genital Mutilation : Violation of Womens Human Rights
Er. Prabhat Kishore The practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has been going on for more than thousands of years. It is the ritual procedure of partial or complete removal of the external female genitalia or other injuries to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. It is also called Khatna in local dialect. [] The post Female Genital Mutilation : Violation of Womens Human Rights appeared first on Northlines .
Earthquake of magnitude 6 strikes Myanmar, tremors felt in Kolkata
TPCC Presidents comments on job calendar spark political row in Telangana
Hyderabad: Telangana Pradesh Congress Committees (TPCC) President Mahesh Kumar Goud has once again sparked conversation on the pending job calendar notifications in a recent interview saying the government had promised to fill said jobs over their five-year term instead of one year. In the interview clip that surfaced on February 2, Goud says the party 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 .
'Deliberate Attempt To Stop Me': Rahul Gandhi Writes To Om Birla Over Ex-Army Chief's Book
Gandhi said that the refusal of these basic democratic rights had created an unprecedented situation.
'Considering impeachment motion against CEC Gyanesh Kumar': TMC plans big move on West Bengal SIR
Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee announced plans to move an impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner over the Special Intensive Revision process. The party alleges the SIR is flawed and aims to disenfranchise citizens, particularly in opposition-ruled states ahead of elections. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee also criticized the timing and selective application of the SIR.
Journal retracts study comparing homoeopathy and standard care in infants
A significant study comparing homoeopathy with conventional infant care has been retracted by the European Journal of Pediatrics due to serious design flaws, including a lack of blinding and placebo controls. These issues, the journal stated, could have introduced substantial bias, undermining the study's reliability. The authors, however, disagree with the retraction.
Fuel switch scare: Air India to send 'impacted' component for checks - what DGCA said
'Take immediate action: MEA condemns theft of Mahatma Gandhi statue in Australia
India's Ministry of External Affairs has strongly condemned the theft of Mahatma Gandhi's bronze statue from the Australian Indian Community Centre in Melbourne. The ministry has urged Australian authorities to take immediate action to recover the statue and hold the perpetrators accountable for the act.
Unruly: 8 MPs suspended as Opposition, govt clash over US, EU trade deals
New Delhi:Eight MPs were suspended from the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, February 3, for unruly behaviour amid escalating confrontations between the government and the Opposition over multiple issues, including Rahul Gandhi being denied permission to cite excerpts from former army chief MM Naravanes unpublished memoir on the 2020 India-China conflict and sharp criticism of 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 .
'Unruly Behaviour' In Lok Sabha: Who Are The 8 Opposition MPs Suspended, And Why?
The eight MPs facing suspension till the Budget session ends on April 2 include seven from the Congress and one from CPI(M)
Speaker to hear disqualification plea against Kadiyam Srihari on Feb 4
Hyderabad: Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar will hear the petition for the disqualification of MLA Kadiyam Srihari on Wednesday, February 4. The Speaker has asked Kadiyam Srihari and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA and petitioner KP Vivekanand to appear for the hearing. The Speaker, who is the chairman of the tribunal under the 10th 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 .
J&K: Encounter Breaks Out in Udhampur Forest
Jammu, Feb 3: An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in a remote forest area of Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, officials said. The gunfight started during a joint search operation by the police and the Army in the Jaffer forest area of Ramnagar after contact was established with the [] The post J&K: Encounter Breaks Out in Udhampur Forest appeared first on Northlines .
Punjab 'completely ignored' in Union budget yet again: Finance Minister Cheema
Bihar, Assam, Chhattisgarh lead the way in installing smart electricity meters: Govt in Rajya Sabha
Amidst escalating Iran tensions, IndiGo has extended flight cancellations to Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku, and Tashkent until February 28, 2026. The airline is rerouting to ensure passenger and crew safety, as its usual flight paths traverse Iranian airspace. This move comes as US-Iran relations remain volatile, though diplomatic efforts are reportedly underway.
'A big decision that would benefit everyone': PM Modi on India-US trade deal at NDA meet
Prime Minister Modi hailed the India-US trade deal as a significant decision benefiting all citizens. The agreement, announced by President Trump, will see the US reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from 50%. India is expected to eliminate its tariffs and non-tariff barriers on US products, potentially boosting trade significantly.
Expecting a Baby? These Insurers Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Maternity Cover
Expecting a baby changes how people think about health cover almost overnight. Appointments increase. Hospital decisions feel more important. Costs that once seemed manageable suddenly need careful planning. At this stage, many families begin to look closely at maternity insurance as part of their overall health insurance arrangement, not because they want extra features, but [] The post Expecting a Baby? These Insurers Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Maternity Cover appeared first on Northlines .
February 8, 11am: Himanta Biswa Sarma Sets Date With Media To Expose Political Conspiracy
The Assam chief minister said oppositions government---whose only hope is Miya politics---would never be formed in the state
'PM under pressure': Rahul Gandhi links Adani, Epstein to India-US trade deal
Ruckus In Lok Sabha As Rahul Gandhi Quotes China Article Again; Centre Says 'Don't Mislead'
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju also asked Rahul Gandhi not to mislead the House.
Hyderabad to emerge as railway hub: Union Minister Kishan Reddy
Hyderabad: Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy on Tuesday, February 3, said Hyderabad would emerge as a railway hub in the country with the establishment of a centre of Kavach automatic train protection system and the high speed rail corridors announced in the 2026-27 Union Budget. Speaking to reporters in Hyderabad, he said railway development 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 .
J&K: Two booked for securing MBBS admission in SKIMS using fake documents
Srinagar, Feb 3: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K has registered a case against two individuals for allegedly securing admission to the MBBS Course2023 at SKIMS Soura, Srinagar, by using fake and forged documents, officials said on Tuesday. According to officials, the case was initiated following information from a credible [] The post J&K: Two booked for securing MBBS admission in SKIMS using fake documents appeared first on Northlines .
Lunar Eclipse 2026: When and Where to Watch in India
New Delhi: The first lunar eclipse of 2026, popularly known as the Blood Moon, is just a month away and is set to be visible across large parts of India on March 2, exciting space and astronomy enthusiasts. According to available details, the total lunar eclipse will begin at 3:22 pm IST and conclude at [] The post Lunar Eclipse 2026: When and Where to Watch in India appeared first on Northlines .
Telangana Municipal polls: Rift in Congress over Jagtial ticket allocation
Hyderabad: Infighting within the Congress in Telanganas Jagtial district over allotment of party tickets for municipal elections has intensified with senior leader T Jeevan Reddy openly expressing his anger over the party giving more tickets to the group of his rival M Sanjay Kumar in Jagtial. The former minister is angry as his group has 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 .
Mamata Banerjee Likely To Appear Before Supreme Court For Bengal SIR Hearing
Mamata Banerjee may appear before the Supreme Court for her plea against the Election Commission of India over Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal
India rejects Indus Waters Treaty order, calls arbitration courts decision illegal
New Delhi: India on Monday rejected the International Court of Arbitrations supplemental award on the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that it is no longer bound by obligations under the Indus Waters Treaty, which it said is currently in abeyance. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that with the [] The post India rejects Indus Waters Treaty order, calls arbitration courts decision illegal appeared first on Northlines .
SC Raps WhatsApp, Meta Over Data Sharing; Says Wont Allow Violation of Citizens Privacy
New Delhi, Feb 3: The Supreme Court on Tuesday pulled up WhatsApp and its parent company Meta over concerns related to user data sharing, asserting that citizens right to privacy cannot be compromised in the name of technology or business practices. You cant play with the right to privacy of citizens of this country in [] The post SC Raps WhatsApp, Meta Over Data Sharing; Says Wont Allow Violation of Citizens Privacy appeared first on Northlines .
NC MLAs Protest Outside J&K Assembly, Demand Statehood Restoration and Protection of Kashmiris
Jammu, Feb 3: Members of the National Conference (NC) on Tuesday staged a dharna outside the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, pressing for the restoration of statehood and an end to the alleged harassment of Kashmiris in different parts of the country. Ahead of the Assembly session, NC legislators gathered outside the complex carrying placards reading [] The post NC MLAs Protest Outside J&K Assembly, Demand Statehood Restoration and Protection of Kashmiris appeared first on Northlines .
Uproar in J&K Assembly as BJP Demands Law University for Jammu
Jammu, Feb 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Tuesday witnessed noisy scenes after opposition BJP members raised a demand for establishing a National Law University (NLU) in Jammu, while National Conference (NC) and PDP legislators sought discussion on alleged incidents of harassment of Kashmiris outside the Union Territory. Despite the uproar, Speaker Abdul Rahim [] The post Uproar in J&K Assembly as BJP Demands Law University for Jammu appeared first on Northlines .
J&K: NIA Raids Suspects House In Srinagar
Srinagar, Feb 3: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday conducted a search at the residence of a suspect in the Rainawari area of Srinagar as part of its ongoing investigation into the terror ecosystem operating in the Kashmir Valley, officials said. The early-morning search was carried out at a residential house located in the [] The post J&K: NIA Raids Suspects House In Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .
Will Manipur Get A New Government? As President's Rule Deadline Looms, NDA MLAs Meet In Delhi
More than 40 MLAs are reportedly camping in Delhi, and some Kuki MLAs have also arrived for crucial discussions regarding the formation of a new government in the state
Parliament Budget Session 2026 Live Updates: Both houses of the Parliament are set to resume today, a day after intense debates over ex-Army Chief unpublished memoir.
The Congress party has urged the Central government to disclose the full details of the India-US trade agreement, questioning its impact on farmers, industry, and the Make in India initiative. Concerns were raised over India reportedly agreeing to zero tariffs on US goods and potentially halting Russian oil purchases.
Ban entry of non-Hindus at UP temples, says VHP
Fresh parole for Kerala double-murder convicts sparks row, Oppn stages walkout
The case involves the 2019 political killing of Youth Congress workers Kripesh and Sarath Lal in Periya, a village in Kasaragod district in northern Kerala. CPM workers were convicted and handed double life terms by a trial court. Tenth accused Ranjith T was granted 15-day parole Monday, barely two-and-a-half months after similar relief earlier.
3,000 illegal birth & death certificates cancelled in Maharashtra
The district administration conducted a thorough investigation and found that there was no record of these names. The health department raised the issue with state govt and informed the state registrar. Following directives from the state registrar, the health department started cancelling the certificates. So far, close to 3,000 certificates have been cancelled. The entire process will be completed in a weeks time.
NCP vs NCP(SP): Bhujbal, Mushrif deny merger talks were on
NCP MP and state president Sunil Tatkare asked on Monday, We had taken a collective decision to join the BJP-led NDA and people of the state have stamped their approval of Ajit dadas decision in the 2024 assembly elections. Those speaking of a merger should answer whether they are fine with it.
Days after Ajit Pawar's death in plane crash, parliamentary panel flags aviation safety concerns
Non-scheduled flights carry high-net-worth passengers with a fixed objective, an event, a meeting, a function. That creates immense pressure on pilots to land at the intended destination at all costs, even when diversion would be the safer option, said Capt Manoj Hathi, former senior flight operations inspector at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
After West Bengal row, non-veg back on Vande train
Father of 3 kills daughter to meet 2-child Maha poll norm
How long you will live is mainly decided by your genes: Study
The findings are based on an analysis of more than a century of lifespan data from large Scandinavian twin cohorts in Denmark and Sweden. Researchers studied identical and non-identical twins raised together and apart, as well as siblings of US centenarians. Most participants were born between 1870 and 1935, a period marked by high mortality from infectious diseases and accidents.
For caste census, mere self-declaration cannot be enough: SC
Appearing for social activist Akash Goel, advocate Mukta Gupta told a bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi that the directorate of census operations, which has commenced preparatory work for Census 2027, has not disclosed any predetermined criteria or standardised methodology for recording caste identity of people belonging to SC, ST and OBC categories during census.
Parents to be blamed for allowing minors to drink & drive: SC
A bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan said that there cannot be punishment before trial and directed release of the accused who already spent 18 months in jail. They were allegedly involved in tampering of evidence by swapping blood samples of their kids with their own. Father of the main accused, who is a minor and was allegedly driving the case, is still in jail.
Rottweiler attack leaves Bengaluru woman with over 80 stitches
Days that once revolved around work, cuddles and caring for her breastfeeding child are now spent in a hospital bed, recovering from a brutal dog attack that has left her with more than 80 stitches across her face, throat and head and scars that go far beyond the physical. Early on Jan 26, Shalini had stepped out for morning walk near home in HSR Layouts Teachers Colony.
Wangchuk tried to create Nepal and Bangladesh-like unrest: Govt tells SC
Appearing before a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and P B Varale, solicitor general Tushar Mehta said the activist was appealing to Gen Z to come out on the street against govt to create a problem in Ladakh which is very sensitive as it shares borders with countries that are not very friendly. Responding to Wangchuks submission that he was holding a peaceful protest against govt on the line of Gandhian principles, the SG said, Gandhi was just a facade to hide his real intention of instigating violence.
Manipur set for govt, BJP MLAs to elect leader; Biren to be replaced
Official sources said BJP MLAs are in the national capital and will be electing a new leader, who will be sworn in as the new chief minister. The party has not officially declared a date for the legislative party meeting and named its general secretary Tarun Chugh as the central observer for the election of the new leader.
TMC vs EC: Poll body red flags abusive language by Trinamool MLAs
While also listing blatant violations of ECs lawful directions by the Bengal administration, CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Monday firmly conveyed to Mamata that the rule of law shall prevail and anybody taking law into their own hands shall be dealt with strictly, as per provisions of law and powers vested in the Commission. No pressure, obstruction, or interference of any kind by anyone should be exerted on officers engaged in SIR work, it was underlined.
Bengal SIR row: Didi storms out of meet with CEC, claims being humiliated
Talking to reporters later in front of Nirvachan Sadan where a heavy police posse had gathered she claimed to have warned the CEC that he will end up like Jagdeep Dhankhar, seen as a reference to the former VPs sudden resignation last year. She was accompanied by party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, MP Kalyan Banerjee, and 12 members from what they claimed were SIR-affected families from Bengal.
12-yr-old lured into trading Rs 85L jewellery for unlimited momos
According to a complaint filed by the boys father, a temple priest, the child had grown fond of momo sold at the roadside stall. The vendors allegedly began feeding him free of cost, winning trust bite by bite. Soon came bigger offers food, small sums of money, loyalty. Then persuasion. Unaware of the stakes, the boy began removing jewellery from home and handing it over, police said.
Rahul quotes from ex-Gens unpublished book on China row, gets Shah, Rajnath rap
Speaker Om Birla failed to defuse the situation even after he gave a ruling asking Gandhi not to refer to news articles or extracts from an unpublished book and speak only on what could be authenticated by placing it on record. The LoP maintained that he should be allowed to speak on the issue, saying excerpts of the unpublished book had been published in Caravan magazine and were authentic.
No mechanical arrests over social media posts: SC upholds HC order
The SC order may end the prevalent practice harassing people by filing mulitple cases against those whose social media post is critical of govt or party in power, and safeguards fundamental rights. The guidelines say the police must verify whether the complainant qualifies as the person aggrieved in terms of law before registering a case and conduct a preliminary probe before lodging an FIR.
Amid threats to chickens neck, India to take rail corridor underground
Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Budget contains a proposal to expand railway link between the region and the rest of the country to four tracks, fulfilling a long-felt need. Northeast Frontier Railway GM Chetan Shrivastava said the underground stretch would run from Tin Mile Haat to Rangapani stations within Bengal. During the 2017 Doklam stand-off, military planners had talked about the vulnerability of the Siliguri stretch of the corridor.
US cuts tariffs on India to 18%
Washington/New Delhi, Feb 02 The United States on Monday announced a sharp cut in tariffs on Indian goods, lowering duties to 18% from as high as 50%, in what both sides described as a breakthrough trade understanding between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move follows a phone conversation between the [] The post US cuts tariffs on India to 18% appeared first on Northlines .
Move beyond law varsity demand, press for J&Ks statehood, Omars NC tells BJP
J&K has no NLU at present but the demand for it to be located in Jammu gained traction after CM Omar said last year that it would come up in Kashmirs Budgam. Omar has rejected the recent BJP demands, calling the controversy politically motivated and pointing out that there were no protests in the Valley when Jammu was given both an IIT and an IIM.
Two suspects detained in Samba; searches launched in Udhampur
On Jan 6, Punjab Police detained a minor in Pathankot on charges of spying and for allegedly sharing confidential information via social media to terror agencies, ISI, and Pakistan military officers. The detention prompted a statewide alert for similar espionage activities involving children. Under Operation Trashi-I, security forces have engaged in four encounters with terrorists in the past fortnight.
JKBOSE declares Class-11 results, 83% qualify exams
Jammu Tawi, Feb 2:The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) on Monday announced annual regular results of 11th standard with at least 83 percent qualifying the exams. JKBOSE officials informed that 83 percent of students qualify the exams. The board official also said that the pass percentage of girls is 86 percent and [] The post JKBOSE declares Class-11 results, 83% qualify exams appeared first on Northlines .
FIR against Udhampur Patwari for demanding bribe
Jammu Tawi, Feb 2:The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Jammu on Monday registered an FIR against a Patwari from Udhampur for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 17,000 to allow construction work, officials said. They said the complaint, filed by a citizen who had complied with all rules, prompted a discreet verification by the ACB, [] The post FIR against Udhampur Patwari for demanding bribe appeared first on Northlines .
Govt committed to jobs, infrastructure, social welfare: LG Sinha
Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the government remains committed to addressing challenges related to unemployment, infrastructure gaps, and social welfare in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing Members of the Legislative Assembly in the Central Hall of the Assembly complex, the LG said that during its first year in office, the [] The post Govt committed to jobs, infrastructure, social welfare: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
LGs address reflected NC Govts disappointing policies: LoP Sharma
Jammu Tawi, Feb 2:Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Monday termed the Lieutenant Governors address, which he said reflected the ruling NC governments policies and vision, as disappointing. Sharma, while talking to the reporters, said The document prepared by the NC government and read by the Lieutenant Governor lacked vision, roadmap and commitment towards key [] The post LGs address reflected NC Govts disappointing policies: LoP Sharma appeared first on Northlines .
CM chairs joint meeting of coalition partners, Cong says no rift with NC
Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a joint meeting of legislators from National Conference and its allies here, ahead of the presentation of his governments budget later this week. Senior CPI (M) leader and MLA M Y Tarigami could not attend the meeting as he was indisposed, while the Congress [] The post CM chairs joint meeting of coalition partners, Cong says no rift with NC appeared first on Northlines .
Speaker warns MLAs against indiscipline, seeks cooperation, assures adequate time
People want solutions, not disruptions Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Monday called for cooperation from all members to ensure the smooth conduct of the Budget session, urging them to maintain dignity and avoid unnecessary confrontations while expressing differing views, adding that he will not tolerate indiscipline in the House. Speaking [] The post Speaker warns MLAs against indiscipline, seeks cooperation, assures adequate time appeared first on Northlines .
J&K Special trains to run between Katra-Srinagar to ease passenger rush
Jammu Tawi, Feb 2: The Northern Railways Jammu division has decided to operate an additional pair of special trains between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar over the next two days for the benefit of travellers and tourists visiting snow-bound Kashmir, officials said on Monday. The special reserved trains will operate on Shri Mata [] The post J&K Special trains to run between Katra-Srinagar to ease passenger rush appeared first on Northlines .
INS condemns summoning of journalists by J&K Police
New Delhi, Feb 2: The Indian Newspaper Society (INS) on Monday condemned the recent summoning of journalists by the Jammu and Kashmir police for their routine, fact-based reporting. Summoning journalists for routine, fact-based reporting not only undermines their constitutional right to freedom of speech and expression, but creates a chilling effect on independent journalism, the [] The post INS condemns summoning of journalists by J&K Police appeared first on Northlines .
Cracks widen in NCCongress Alliance: Lone MLA at CMs coalition meet sends strong signal
Congress keeps distance from Omar Abdullah-led government as Rajya Sabha seat row and trust deficit deepen fault lines Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Feb 02:The differences between the coalition partners the National Conference (NC) and the Congress have deepened further, with the strain now spilling into the open. In what is being seen as [] The post Cracks widen in NCCongress Alliance: Lone MLA at CMs coalition meet sends strong signal appeared first on Northlines .
'Mogambo khush hai': Congress jabs PM Modi over Trump's announcement of India-US trade deal
Delhi to get 105 MGD Chandrawal water plant in 2026: CM Gupta
Khair Loot in Pouni Forests: Illegal Felling Rackets Thrive Amid Official Silence
Whistleblowers flag organized tree mafia, allege forest staff nexus and repeated inaction despite ground reports Ajay Sharma Reasi, February 2 Even as illegal cutting of valuable Khair trees in Forest Division Reasi particularly in Range Pouni continues unabated, the concerned authorities appear either in deep slumber or allegedly complicit in the ongoing crime, [] The post Khair Loot in Pouni Forests: Illegal Felling Rackets Thrive Amid Official Silence appeared first on Northlines .
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