Jammu, Jul 3: As Amarnath Yatra commenced from twin traditional routes of Pahalgam and Baltal with the first batch of yatris paying obeisance at the Amarnath cave shrine nestled in south Kashmir on Thursday, from Yatri Niwas-Jammu base camp, the second batch of 5246 devotees was flagged off, amid heightened security. As per officials, in a heavily guarded convoy of 268 vehicles, a total of 4074 men, 795 women devotees, and 19 children, besides 324 Sadhus, 33 Sadhvis, and one transgender, left B...Read More
Anantnag, Jul 3: Amid tight security and spiritual fervour, the annual Amarnath Yatra began Thursday from the traditional Pahalgam route in south Kashmir, with the first batch of yatris embarking on the 48-km trek to the 13,700-feet-high Amarnath Cave shrine. Raising 'Bum Bum Bhole' slogans, hundreds of yatris including men, women, and Sadhus, set out early from the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam in Anantnag district towards Chandanwari, the first stop on the route, located 17 km from the town. ...Read More
Srinagar, July 3: A non-structural interior window frame on one of SpiceJet's Q400 aircraft became loose during a flight and was found dislodged, the airline confirmed in an official statement. #SpiceJet from Goa to Pune today. The whole interior window assembly just fell off mid-flight. And this flight is now supposed to take off and head to Jaipur. Wonder if it's air worthy.." a passenger wrote on X. SpiceJet emphasized that cabin pressurization remained stable throughout the journey, and pa...Read More
New Delhi, July 03: The government has expressed serious concern over the abduction of three Indian nationals from a cement factory in Mali following a string of coordinated terror attacks across the West African nation. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the incident occurred on July 1 at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, western Mali, where armed assailants stormed the premises and forcibly took three Indian employees' hostage. The abduction is believed to be part of a wi...Read More
New Delhi, July 03: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Ghana's highest civilian honour -- Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana -- during his state visit to the West African nation. The award, presented by President John Dramani Mahama, recognises PM Modi's global leadership and statesmanship. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ghana in over three decades. Accepting the honour on behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, Modi dedicated it to India's youth, its cultural d...Read More
SHILLONG, July 2: A local court in Shillong on Wednesday remanded property dealer and co-accused Silome James in 14-day judicial custody. According to Assistant Public Prosecutor, Tushar Chanda, two others -- Lokendra Singh Tomar and Balbir Ahirwar -- were sent to judicial custody for 7 days. The SIT had arrested the three individuals from different parts of Madhya Pradesh on charges of aiding in the concealment of evidence related to the murder of Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi in ...Read More
Kupwara, Jul 2: Dozens of women from Kralpora village of Kralgund in north Kashmir's Kupwara district Wednesday staged a protest in the area, alleging that they were going through enduring hardships due to lack of drinking water. Carrying empty buckets and utensils as a mark of protest, women had assembled at the village crossing and blocked the interior roads to press for their demand of having access to drinking water. "We have been suffering due to lack of drinking water for the last two mon...Read More
Jammu, Jul 2: National Conference Additional General Secretary and former Minister Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today called for a high-level probe into non-utilisation of bunker construction funds in border areas of Jammu and Kashmir. In a statement, he expressed serious concern over the alarming delay. The NC leader said the probe will fix accountability and ensure justice to the border population living under the constant threat of shelling from across the Line of Control (LoC) and International Bord...Read More
Srinagar, Jul 2: J&K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra today said that Congress always empowered women. According to a press release, he was addressing a day long Mahila Congress convention here. The convention was part of Congress's movement "Hamari Riyasat Hamara Haq". Karra asserted that the former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was credited for women empowerment, while having demonstrated her determination to bring women at par with the men in respect of proper r...Read More
Nagpur: Congress Legislature Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar questioned the govt's priorities on Tuesday, highlighting the increasing number of farmer suicides in Maharashtra. He accused the govt of neglecting agrarian crisis while approving Rs20,000 crore for Shaktipeeth highway project."Money is available for massive infrastructure projects, but where is the budget for farm loan waivers as promised by the BJP before last year's assembly polls to the farmers?" Wadettiwar asked while moving an adj...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived today in Accra on his State Visit to Ghana. In a special gesture, on arrival at the airport, Prime Minister was received by the President of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama and accorded a ceremonial welcome. This gesture is reflective of the strong and historic bonds of friendship between the two nations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed Wednesday, on an eight-day, five-nation visit aimed at reinforcing India's strategic partnerships a...Read More
Srinagar, Jul 2: The first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims received a grand and emotional welcome as they entered the Kashmir Valley on Wednesday afternoon , marking the beginning of the annual 38-day spiritual journey to the revered 3,880-metre-high Amarnath cave shrine in south Kashmir. The atmosphere was one of celebration, devotion, and unity as officials, security personnel, political leaders, and locals came together to receive the pilgrims. Earlier in the day, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutena...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 2: In a major international operation, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has dismantled a transnational drug trafficking syndicate operating across four continents and more than 10 countries. The action has resulted in eight arrests and the seizure of multiple consignments, triggering enforcement action in the United States and Australia. The investigation began on May 25 with the interception of a vehicle near Mandi House in New Delhi. Two individuals, both pharmacy graduates, w...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 2: The quiet Himalayan town of Dharamshala, has transformed into a hub of spiritual festivity this week as the Dalai Lama, the exiled spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, marks his 90th birthday om July 6. The celebrations, which began yesterday in accordance with the Tibetan lunar calendar, will culminate on July 6, his official birthday. Thousands of guests, and devotees, including senior ministers, Buddhist monks from across the globe, and international supporters, have gather...Read More
Pahalgam , July 2: In a momentous step towards strengthening access to justice and healthcare, Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and Executive Chairman, Jammu & Kashmir Legal Services Authority, Wednesday inaugurated a Legal Aid Clinic and Free Medical Camp at the Court Complex, Pahalgam, for the benefit of Amarnath Yatris and the local population. Addressing the gathering, Justice Kumar underlined the dual commitment of the Legal Services Authorities toward...Read More
Jammu, July 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday, while describing Shri AmarnathJi Yatra-2025 (SANJY-2025) as a ìstatement against terrorismî, said that it would strengthen the governmentís resolve to build prosperous J&K and India. LG Sinha made this remark on his official X handle, while sharing his article he wrote for the prominent national English daily ìIndian Express on the special occasion of flag-off ceremony. Lieutenant Governor flagged off the first batch of Shri Amarnath Ya...Read More
Anantnag, Jul 2: As the first convoy of Amarnath pilgrims crossed the Navyug Tunnel into Kashmir on Tuesday, they were greeted with warmth, tradition, and celebration by locals who lined the roads to welcome them. Residents showered flower petals, distributed sweets, and burned wild rue seeds -- known locally as Izbandh -- to ward off evil and offer blessings, a custom rooted in Kashmiri tradition. "We welcome the Yatris with open arms and wish them a peaceful and safe pilgrimage," said Ghulam ...Read More
Kargil , Jul 2: Pursuant to putting in place a comprehensive legal framework to ensure fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment to public services, the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has initiated a large-scale recruitment drive for 359 Gazetted posts through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This marks the first-ever recruitment of Gazetted posts through UPSC since the formation of the Union Territory, officials said. This follows the establishment of a unique an...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 2 (PTI) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked the Drug Controller General of India to consult experts and relevant stakeholders in deciding a plea over drug combinations sold in the market for weight loss treatment. A bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela asked the petitioner to give a representation to the DGCI, which was asked to decide the matter within three months. Also Read | 'Janaki' Title Row: Malayalam Film Industry Holds Protest in Front ...Read More
Srinagar, July 02: Akashvani Srinagar inaugurated a state-of-the-art audio studio today dedicated exclusively to the special transmission of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2025. The new facility has been set up to provide seamless and high-quality broadcast services to Yatris and listeners across the globe during the Yatra period. The studio was formally inaugurated by Gurbinder Singh, Deputy Director General (Engineering) and Head of Office, Akashvani Srinagar. While speaking on the occas...Read More
Srinagar, July 3: Panic ensued on a Japan Airlines Boeing Dreamliner 737 on Monday when the plane suddenly plummeted nearly 26,000 feet. The scary episode apparently led passengers to write goodbye letters to loved ones and details of their finances, fearing they would not survive. People on the plane recalled that there was a boom, and after that, oxygen masks fell off within a few seconds. The flight attendants started shouting, asking everyone to put on their oxygen masks. The incident comes ...Read More
Srinagar, July 2: Post the Covid pandemic several cases of heart attack-related death among people, especially the young were reported from across the country, and suggested a link with Covid vaccinations. The ministry cited extensive studies conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on sudden deaths among adults post-C to make that claim. "Extensive studies by ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) and AIIMS on sudden dea...Read More
Srinagar, July 2: A flight simulation of Air India's AI 171 has ruled out flight conditions alone as the cause of last month's crash, shifting focus to a possible dual engine failure, according to a report. The Ahmedabad-London flight AI 171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing all 260 people -- 241 on board and 19 on the ground. Bloomberg reported that a simulation conducted by Air India pilots as part of the investigation found that factors like deployed landing gear and ret...Read More
JAMMU, July 02: With the annual ShriAmarnathJiYatra 2025 set to commence tomorrow, a vibrant spiritual atmosphere prevails at the YatriNiwas Base Camp in Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu, where around 3,500 pilgrims are ready to begin their sacred journey. "All arrangements have been made, and nearly 3,500 pilgrims are currently stationed at the Jammu Base Camp," said Rajesh Raina, a senior officer of the Tourism Department, speaking to Rising Kashmir. Registration counters have been set up inside YatriN...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 1: A severe heatwave continues to affect large parts of Europe, bringing extreme temperatures and dangerous conditions. In Italy, two people have died due to the scorching heat, while parts of Spain and Portugal recorded their highest-ever June temperatures, with the mercury reaching 46°C, reports international media. In the UK, Kent experienced the hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures hitting 33.5°C. While southeast England continues to face very hot weather, report...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 1: Taking a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit abroad, the Congress on Tuesday said the "frequent flier PM" is off on a five-nation "jaunt" and alleged that he is running away from four issues, including the Manipur situation and US President Donald Trump's claims about bringing about a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh also alleged that the prime minister is running away from the "revelat...Read More
Srinagar, Jul 1: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reviewed the final preparations for the Amarnath Yatra on Tuesday. Chairing a high-level meeting with the senior officers and reviewing the final preparations for Amarnath Yatra, LG Sinha took a comprehensive review of the traffic and security management and all the arrangements in place by the stakeholder departments for the smooth, safe, and hassle-free Amarnath Yatra. He directed the officials to widespread publicity of the traffic advisory s...Read More
Srinagar, Jul 1: Kashmir is grappling with an unrelenting heatwave, as Srinagar and Qazigund record some of their hottest Junes in decades as Meteorological data reveals that Srinagar experienced its hottest June since 1978, marking the second hottest June on record since systematic temperature observations began in 1892. The city recorded an average maximum temperature of 31.0∞C and a mean minimum of 18.2∞C, resulting in an overall average of 24.6∞C. June 2025 has been a month of record-breaki...Read More
New Delhi, Jul 1: The Indian Navy commissioned INS Tamal on July 1 at Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia. The stealth frigate, built under Project 1135.6, is the eighth in the series and second of the Tushil-class. It was inducted in the presence of senior Indian and Russian naval officials, including Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh. INS Tamal is equipped with advanced Indian and Russian weapons systems, including the BrahMos missile and Humsa-NG sonar. With a crew of 276, the warship is ...Read More
Srinagar, Jul 1: The Kashmir CPE Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) celebrated the 77th Chartered Accountants Day with great enthusiasm at the ICAI Srinagar Representative office. The event commenced with a flag hoisting ceremony, followed by a plantation drive symbolizing growth and sustainability. A special highlight of the program was a celebration meet of members, during which CA Bashir Ahmad Lone addressed the audience. In his address, he spoke about the ev...Read More