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Srinagar- In order to secure the indigenous process of hand-spinning of world-famous Pashmina wool, the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has replaced traditional charkhas with 213 Modern Charkhas in all its 16 Pashmina Spinning Training Centres with an intake capacity of 20 trainees in each centre. These training centres are functional in Srinagar, Pulwama, Shopian, Kulgam, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Anantnag and Bandipora districts. Sharing details in a press statement issued here ...Read More >
Srinagar- A nationwide high alert was sounded on Monday evening after a deadly explosion near the Red Fort metro station in New Delhi killed at least eight people and left 24 others injured, prompting states across India to tighten security and increase vigil at vital installations, metro stations, and public places. A high-intensity blast ripped through a parked car near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort metro station around 6:30 pm, gutting several vehicles and sending shockwaves across the national ...Read More >
New Delhi- Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the Delhi police chief and the director of the Intelligence Bureau to take stock of the situation following a blast near the Red Fort that has so far claimed eight lives, sources said. Shah also directed the chiefs of the National Security Guard (NSG), National Investigation Agency (NIA) and forensic sciences to send expert teams to the blast site to assist the probe and collect evidence. The home minister spoke to the Delhi Police commissioner ...Read More >
New Delhi- YouTube has secretly deleted more than 700 videos documenting Israeli violations in Gaza and the West Bank after removing the accounts of three major Palestinian human rights organizations, a move widely condemned as an assault on free expression and accountability. The accounts belonged to three prominent Palestinian human rights groups: Al-Haq, Al Mezan Center for Human Rights and the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights. The deleted content included a documentary featuring mothers ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has directed officers to take strict action against fake journalists operating in Jammu and Kashmir and to ensure that only bona fide media professionals are recognised and engaged by government departments, official said. According to officials privy to the meeting, the issue of "fake journalists" was discussed during yesterday's high-level review meeting chaired by the Lieutenant Governor in Srinagar. The matter, which had also figured in the recently ...Read More >
New Delhi- A 27-year-old man, who allegedly posed as an Army lieutenant to deceive and rape a woman doctor, has been arrested, police said on Monday. The accused has been identified as Aarav Malik, a resident of Chhattarpur in south Delhi who works as a delivery agent with an e-commerce platform, they said. During interrogation, it was revealed that the accused had purchased the Army uniform online from a shop in Delhi Cantonment area, a senior police officer said. He added that Malik had no c ...Read More >
Srinagar- Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) has thwarted an online radicalisation attempt and prevented two Kashmiri teenagers from being drawn into a terror network operating through social media platforms. According to a statement, the CIK said it had "dismantled a digital radicalisation network" that was using multiple online platforms to propagate extremist ideologies and lure vulnerable youth toward violence. "Acting on precise cyber intelligence, CIK identified two radical social media ...Read More >
Srinagar- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India must stay prepared for a "war-like situation" at all times, citing lessons from Operation Sindoor, the four-day military conflict with Pakistan in May that underscored the volatility along the country's borders. Addressing an event in New Delhi, Singh said that although India gave a "firm response" during the May 7-10 conflict, the episode should serve as a learning experience for shaping future national security strategies. "Operat ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that government schools will be at the forefront of India's education reforms, as Jammu and Kashmir continues to transform its learning ecosystem to become an "Oasis of Talent." The LG was speaking at the inauguration of the DREAM School Project at the Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Kothi Bagh, Srinagar -- a landmark initiative aimed at modernizing public education through digital innovation and global-standard facilities. The ...Read More >
Srinagar- Senior National Conference (NC) leader and Member of Parliament from Srinagar, Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, on Saturday announced that he will not campaign for his party in the upcoming Budgam by-polls, citing the NC's political and administrative failures in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to reporters, Mehdi targeted the party leadership, accusing Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of hiding the names of MLAs involved in alleged cross-voting during the recent Rajya Sabha elections. "I have no knowled ...Read More >
Srinagar- The political storm over the Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir intensified a day after the polls, with party leaders trading allegations of betrayals, cross-voting and "fixed deals." The ruling National Conference (NC) won three of the four seats, while the BJP secured one, with Jammu and Kashmir BJP president Sat Sharma defeating NC candidate Imran Nabi Dar by securing 32 votes to Dar's 22. NC candidate Gurwinder Singh Oberoi also won under the same notification, securing 31 ...Read More >
Srinagar- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday praised the Indian Army for playing a pivotal role in establishing peace in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that the region's streets are now filled with hope instead of unrest following the abrogation of Article 370. Speaking at the ongoing Army Commanders' Conference in Jaisalmer, Singh said, "PM Modi's historical move to abrogate Article 370 integrated J&K with the rest of the country. Post-abrogation, the streets of the region are now filled wit ...Read More >
Srinagar- Amid a sharp rise in fire incidents across the Kashmir Valley, particularly Srinagar, the Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES) Department has urged residents not to park their vehicles on roads and lanes during night hours. Officials said that haphazard parking on narrow roads and residential lanes has become a serious obstacle for fire tenders and emergency vehicles, often delaying crucial rescue and firefighting operations. "Vehicles parked on the roads not only obstruct movement but ...Read More >
Srinagar- All MLAs of Jammu and Kashmir have cast their votes in the Rajya Sabha elections held on Friday. According to details, all 86 MLAs voted in the RS polls. Sources said that the postal ballot of AAP MLA Mehraj Malik, who is currently in detention, has also reached the Returning Officer and will be included in the counting. "The polling has ended, but it will be formally closed at 4:00 PM," sources said, as per news agency KNO. The total strength of the J&K Assembly is 88. While Mehra ...Read More >
Leh- The Union Territory of Ladakh is hosting the highest population of about 477 snow leopards out of a total of 718 across India, marking a major milestone in the region's collaborative conservation efforts involving local communities, scientific research and awareness initiatives, officials said on Thursday. The Union Territory of Ladakh is hosting the highest population of about 477 snow leopards out of a total of 718 across India, marking a major milestone in the region's collaborative con ...Read More >
Srinagar- National Conference (NC) candidate for the Budgam Assembly bypoll, Aga Syed Mehmood, on Wednesday said it was up to estranged party member Aga Ruhullah to decide whether he would campaign for him. "It is for him (Ruhullah) to decide whether he wants to join the campaign or not. He is a party man and my relative, but it is his choice whether he wants to campaign," Mehmood told reporters while campaigning. Polling for the Budgam seat is scheduled for November 11, with counting of votes ...Read More >
New Delhi- Delhi recorded its worst post-Diwali air quality in four years on Tuesday, with PM2.5 levels peaking at 675 micrograms per cubic metre late Monday night. The city was enveloped in a thick grey haze as pollution levels surged sharply following Diwali celebrations, while the BJP government blamed stubble burning in Punjab rather than firecrackers. The city's 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) on Diwali reached 345, higher than last year's 330, and remained above 350 for several ho ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Deepawali. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor has said, "On the sacred occasion of Deepawali, I extend my warm greetings to the people. The festivity will light the lamp of compassion and righteousness and inspire us to move forward on the path of progress and prosperity." He said that the festival of Deepawali reminds us that knowledge conquers darkness and lights the true wisdom in our journe ...Read More >
Srinagar- A fresh political controversy has erupted within the National Conference (NC) over the Budgam Assembly by-election, as a series of statements from party candidate Aga Syed Mehmood, MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi and Deputy Chief Minister Suriner Choudhary have revealed widening rifts within the influential Aga family and the party's local ranks. A week earlier National Conference leader and Member Parliament from Srinagar Aga Syed Ruhullah had said that he won't campaign for the National ...Read More >
Srinagar- The upcoming Budgam Assembly by-election is shaping up to be one of Jammu and Kashmir's most riveting political contests, featuring a high-profile clash within the influential Aga family. Both the National Conference (NC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have fielded members of the same prominent dynasty, setting the stage for a deeply personal political showdown in the Shia heartland of central Kashmir. The National Conference has nominated Aga Syed Mehmood, a senior party lead ...Read More >
Srinagar- Senior National Conference leader and former minister Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has reacted sharply to remarks made by National Conference candidate Aga Syed Mehmood, who earlier stated that Ruhullah would campaign for the party in the upcoming Budgam Assembly by-election. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ruhullah said his loyalty rests with his conscience and principles, not with narratives being imposed upon him. "My loyalty is to my conscience and principles," Ruhullah wrote. Whil ...Read More >
Srinagar- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that the party candidate for Budgam by-poll, Aga Mehmood is expecting support from Member of Parliament, Aga Ruhullah Mehdi. Speaking with reporters after Aga Mehmood filed nomination for Budgam bypoll, the Chief Minister said that there is nothing more to say on Ruhullah's support. "Aga Mehmood has already stated that Aga Ruhullah is like his son. He expects his support for the upcoming assembly by-election. What else can I say on it," he ...Read More >
Srinagar- Parvez Rasool, the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India, has announced his retirement from all formats of the game, bringing an end to a remarkable 17-year-long career marked by consistent performances and multiple milestones. The 36-year-old all-rounder from South Kashmir's Bijbehara, who became a symbol of hope for young cricketers in the Valley, informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of his decision. Rasool represented India in one One-Day In ...Read More >
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Police have apprehended 17 long-time absconders who had been evading arrest for years -- some for more than three decades -- from various districts across the Valley, including Srinagar, Pulwama, Ganderbal, Kulgam, Shopian, and Sopore. Police has called it a major breakthrough, saying, "It remains committed to bringing to justice all those evading the law, no matter how long it takes." A police spokesperson said the arrests mark a significant step in the ongoing effo ...Read More >
Srinagar- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday promised the restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir "at an appropriate time" and assured a "good resolution" of demands raised by the people of Ladakh. Speaking at a media conclave organized by ABP News and Hindustan, Shah said that since the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir has "taken a U-turn" in terms of security, adding that "no local terrorist has been recruited in the last nine months." He described this as a "qualita ...Read More >
Srinagar- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said he is considering becoming a party to the Supreme Court plea seeking the restoration of statehood to the Union Territory, asserting that his government will not ally with the BJP to hasten the process. Omar said he is consulting senior lawyers in Jammu and Kashmir as well as in Delhi to explore the legal option, given his unique position as someone who has served both as the chief minister of a state and of a Union Territ ...Read More >
Srinagar- With the Rajya Sabha election just a week away, independent MLAs in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly have emerged as crucial players after last-minute unity talks between the National Conference (NC) and Congress failed. Congress had publicly announced it would not contest the "riskier" fourth Rajya Sabha seat. Negotiations had nearly resulted in Congress agreeing to field a candidate for the competitive seat, but differences over independent MLAs' voting methods disrupted the talks. T ...Read More >
New Delhi- Gold prices surged by Rs 3,200 to touch a new lifetime high of Rs 1,34,800 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, buoyed by strong festive buying by jewellers and retailers ahead of Dhanteras, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had ended at Rs 1,31,600 per 10 grams in the previous session. In tandem, gold of 99.5 per cent purity also jumped by Rs 3,200 to scale an all-time high of Rs 1,34,200 per 10 grams (inclusive of ...Read More >
New Delhi- The Supreme Court has said that a CBI inquiry should not be ordered by the constitutional courts in a routine manner and must be exercised sparingly and cautiously. A bench of justices J K Maheshwari and Vijay Bishnoi made the observations while setting aside an order of the Allahabad High Court which directed a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the recruitment process for the Uttar Pradesh legislative council staff. The top court said the exercise of inherent powers to direc ...Read More >
Srinagar- "This is a five-year government; if you want to judge us by our manifesto, judge us after five years," Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said. Omar defended the performance of the National Conference-led government as it completed one year in office, emphasizing that the people should evaluate the administration after its full five-year term. Addressing a press conference, Omar said the government has worked to the best of its ability under challenging circumstances in the Union Territory ...Read More >
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