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New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India has accelerated the repatriation of its gold reserves, bringing back over 274 tonnes since March 2023, NDTV reported. Around two-thirds of India's 880.8 tonnes of gold is now held domestically, driven by geopolitical risks and the need for greater liquidity and control, the report said. In parallel, France's central bank, Banque de France, has completed the repatriation of its gold reserves from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York within a year, bringing b ...Read More >
Udhampur: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, on Tuesday said that a cop has been killed in the ongoing military operation against militants in Udhampur district, while militants have fled toward the dense forest after initial firefight. Speaking with reporters, the IGP Jammu, said a cordon-and-search operation was launched yesterday evening in Soan village following a specific input. "The input proved accurate, and an encounter broke out when a small team of the Speci ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) on Tuesday addressed a press conference at the Press Club of India in New Delhi, calling for an impartial judicial probe into the recent violence in Ladakh that left four dead and scores injured. The leaders also demanded the unconditional release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and other detained youth leaders, accusing the government of pursuing a campaign of repression against peaceful protesters. Senior KDA members, including co-chairman A ...Read More >
Jammu: Amid robust security arrangements, the third batch of pilgrims undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra left the Jammu base camp for Kashmir early Friday morning, officials said. They said that a total of 6,411 yatris set off in two separate convoys -- one headed for Baltal and the other for Pahalgam -- to continue their spiritual journey to the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine nestled in the Himalayas. According to officials, 291 vehicles were deployed for transportation, including 130 buses, 46 ...Read More >
New Delhi: Three Indian nationals have been abducted in Mali amid a surge in terrorist violence across the West African country. On Wednesday, India expressed serious concern over the incident and urged the Malian authorities to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped persons. "The Ministry of External Affairs is deeply concerned about the abduction of three Indians employed at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, Mali. The kidnapping took place on July 1, 2025, when armed attackers stormed the ...Read More >
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of devotees for the pilgrimage to the holy cave of Amarnath, from Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp, on Wednesday. The Lieutenant Governor extended his best wishes to all the pilgrims for a safe and blissful journey. "This sacred pilgrimage is a journey of faith and self-discovery. Wishing all spiritual seekers a safe and comfortable journey to the holy abode of Lord Shiva and deep soul-stirring experience," the Lieutenant Governor said ...Read More >
Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday directed for widespread publicity of the Traffic Advisory related to Amarnath yatra, stressing that the common man must not face any inconvenience during the course of the annual pilgrimage. Chairing a high-level meeting in Srinagar to review the final preparations for the Yatra, the LG emphasised the need for seamless coordination among District Administrations, Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs), Traffic Police, and all stakeholder depa ...Read More >
Baltal: Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested a man from Haryana who tired to gain access through security checkpoints at Baltal deceitfully using a fake yatra registration card. The police said that the accused has been identified as Shivam Mittal, son of Krishan Mittal, a resident of Dwarka Puri, Jagadhri, district Yamunanagar, Haryana, police said in a statement. The man had procured the forged yatra card through fraudulent means and attempted to mislead security personnel, thereby unlawfu ...Read More >
Hyderabad: International Asteroid Day (IAD) is observed on June 30 every year to raise public awareness of asteroids and the importance of defending Earth against potential threats from the asteroid belts. This day has been sanctioned by the United Nations. Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the sun. Even though these rocky remnants are the leftovers from the formation of our solar system that occurred about 4.6 billion years ago, they still orbit around the sun like planets. There a ...Read More >
Jammu: Offline registration for the 2025 Amarnath Yatra began in Jammu on Sunday at several special counters set up by the administration to accommodate devotees unable to register online. The annual pilgrimage to the cave is set to start on July 3, with access available via both Baltal and Pahalgam routes. To safeguard pilgrims, the CRPF has implemented a comprehensive multi-layered security plan along the Srinagar-Jammu highway, a critical route for the pilgrimage. Measures include increased ...Read More >
Pahalgam: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Sunday visited the Nunwan Base camp and Chandanwari in Pahalgam. During the visit, he conducted a detailed review meeting regarding arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, slated to commence on July 3, and inaugurated a newly constructed foot over bridge at the camp, aimed at facilitating smoother movement for pilgrims. He also visited Chandanwari Pahalgam. Related Items:Amarnath Yatra, Jammu and Kashmir, News Recommended for you JK to rol ...Read More >
Srinagar: With the annual Amarnath Yatra set to commence on July 3, Director General of Police (DGP) Jammu and Kashmir, Nalin Prabhat has directed all security agencies to take proactive and preventive measures to counter any potential threats. He emphasised strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and robust coordination among forces to ensure a peaceful and safe pilgrimage. Chairing a high-level security review meeting in Jammu, DGP Prabhat said dismantling terror networks and ...Read More >
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