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New Delhi: Delhi Police on Thursday destroyed over 1,629.4 kg of seized illicit drugs valued at Rs 3,274.5 crore in the international market. The destruction marked the culmination of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Pakhwada (Drug-Free India Fortnight), observed from June 12 to June 26.The destruction of the narcotics was done at the Biotic Waste Solutions in Jahangirpuri and was attended by the lieutenant governor and top brass of Delhi Police. The contraband included 961.9 kg of ganja, 542.9 kg of cocai ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 8 (PTI) A nine-year-old girl was allegedly raped, killed and her body stuffed in a suitcase at a neighbour's house in northeast Delhi's Dayalpur area, triggering protests by her family members and locals. The girl's body was found on Saturday evening. Police and paramilitary personnel were deployed in the area on Sunday to maintain law and order. Police sources said the perpetrator of the heinous crime seems to have fled after stuffing the body in the suitcase. Senior police off ...Read More >
Katra, June 6 -- Kashmir achieved a long-awaited milestone as its first all-weather railway connectivity to the rest of India was inaugurated Friday, a moment Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called a "historic accomplishment" that promises to transform the region's economy, tourism, and daily life, reported by Kashmir Media News. The inauguration ceremony, held at Katra, saw the formal opening of the iconic Chenab and Anji bridges, along with the launch of the Vande Bharat train to Kashmir. Indian ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Puducherry Legislative Assembly is poised to become a fully digital, paperless legislative house with the rollout of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) on June 9, 2025. The launch will be formally inaugurated by Dr L. Murugan, Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting & Parliamentary Affairs. The inauguration ceremony will be attended by Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, Speaker Selvam R, and other members of the Puducherry Le ...Read More >
New Delhi: A hundred days into office, Delhi's new Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is gearing up for a big move -- from her private home in Shalimar Bagh to an official government bungalow in the heart of Civil Lines. But if you're wondering whether she'll be taking over Arvind Kejriwal's infamous Sheesh Mahal, the answer is a clear 'no'. The BJP, during its election campaign, had strongly criticized the Aam Aadmi Party over alleged irregularities in the extravagant renovation of Sheesh Mahal -- the ...Read More >
Katra: Mixing humour with political resolve, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday used the flagging-off ceremony of the first train to Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Katra to subtly but clearly articulate his government's demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Recalling the opening of the Katra Railway Station -- the last programme of his first government in 2014 -- Abdullah pointed to a "coincidence" that four people present at the event on Friday were also ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Delhi police have lodged an FIR against anti-social elements involved in spreading misinformation about the demolition drive on the basis of a complaint filed by the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB), a release said. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had earlier issued an order to take strict legal action against those spreading misinformation about the demolition drive. Also Read | Indus Waters Treaty Suspension: Desperate Pakistan Wrote 4 Letters to Indi ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, June 6: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the eve of Eid-ul-Adha, which will be celebrated tomorrow. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor said, "Eid Mubarak! Heartiest greetings and good wishes to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha". "Eid embodies the spirit of sacrifice and forgiveness. Let us reiterate our resolve to strengthen the foundations of unity, harmony and brotherhood in the society and work with love and compassion to ensu ...Read More >
Silchar: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday visited the flood-ravaged districts of Hailakandi and Sribhumi in the Barak Valley. He assured affected residents of providing timely disbursement of rehabilitation grants and swift repair of damaged infrastructure.This marks Sarma's second visit to the flood-hit region within four days, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Speaking to the media in Sribhumi after inspecting multiple relief camps, the CM said, "Flood-related proble ...Read More >
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday termed the inauguration of the Chenab and Anji rail bridges by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "historic moment" in the region's development journey."What a momentous day! June 6, 2025, will go down in history. Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji inaugurated the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge, and the Anji Bridge, India's first cable-stayed rail bridge -- making the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakuma ...Read More >
Srinagar: Before towering cranes and cutting-edge engineering transformed the Himalayan landscape, the monumental dream of connecting "Kashmir to Kanyakumari" by rail began with the plodding footsteps of humble mules. This extraordinary backstory underpins the official realization of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, a project crowned by the awe-inspiring Chenab Bridge. According to Afcons Infrastructure Limited, the ...Read More >
KATRA, June 6: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha today said "Kashmir to Kanyakumari" is no more a slogan but has become a reality with Vande Bharat train to the Valley getting flagged off. Sinha said the inauguration of the Kashmir rail service has connected the hearts of the people of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country and will pave the way for the economic prosperity of the region. "Kashmir to Kanyakumari is no longer a slogan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has turned this decade-long dream ...Read More >
KATRA, June 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who has repeatedly been projecting demand for restoration of Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, once again reiterated the demand today but in a lighter vein and also pointed out his demotion from Chief Minister of a State to the Union Territory during past 11 years. Addressing the gathering at the stadium here in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who flagged off first train to the Valley from holy town of Katra, the base camp of Shri Mata Vai ...Read More >
Lucknow: A man accused of kidnapping and raping a three-year-old girl in Lucknow was killed in an encounter with police in the early hours of Friday. The accused was identified as Deepak Verma, 24.Police said he was a habitual offender, and several criminal cases were lodged against him at various police stations. Police had announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for any information leading to his arrest.On Thursday, a complaint was registered at Alambagh police station that a three-year-old girl was k ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 06 : "Kashmir to Kanyakumari is no longer just a slogan -- it is now a reality," said Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) and dedicated the Chenab and Anji rail bridges to the nation. Calling it a "momentous occasion," the Lieutenant Governor expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister for turning a decades-old dream into reality. "The Prime Minister has connected the hea ...Read More >
MUMBAI: RBI on Friday issued revised norms for loans backed by gold and silver, aimed at widening credit access for small borrowers and standardising regulations across banks and NBFCs. The new rules will come into force from April 1, 2026.Under the revised framework, loan-to-value (LTV) ratio for smaller consumption loans has been increased. Borrowers can now avail loans up to Rs 2.5 lakh with an LTV of 85%, up from 75%. For loans above Rs 2.5 lakh and up to Rs 5 lakh, the LTV is capped at 80%, ...Read More >
Katra, Jun 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Friday in his inimitable manner pleaded the cause of restoration of statehood, in the presence of the Prime Minister, by reflecting on his (Omarís) personal tryst with key milestones in J&Kís rail history. The Chief Minister was addressing a large gathering at Katra stadium after the inauguration of the Chenab and Anji Bridges and at the flagging-off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Train to Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Also present on the occ ...Read More >
J&K lieutenant governor (LG) Manoj Sinha on Friday called inauguration of Kashmir rail project "a momentous occasion that will go down in history". In his address, Sinha expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi for dedicating the historic railway projects to the people of Jammu Kashmir and the nation. "Kashmir to Kanyakumari is no longer just a slogan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has turned this decade-long dream into reality. He has connected the hearts of millio ...Read More >
Katra (J&K) June 6 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday hailed the rail-link of Kashmir with the rest of the country as a "historic accomplishment," stating that the development will boost tourism, trade, and bring comfort in the daily lives of people of Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a large gathering at Katra during the inauguration of the Chenab and Anji Bridges and at the flagging off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Train to Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Abd ...Read More >
Katra, June 6 (PTI) Mixing humour with political resolve, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday used the flagging-off ceremony of the first train to Kashmir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Katra to subtly but clearly articulate his government's demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Recalling the opening of the Katra railway station, the last programme of his first government in 2014, Abdullah pointed at a "coincidence" that four people present at the event on Friday ...Read More >
KATRA, Jun 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that the dream of a truly united India -- from Kashmir to Kanyakumari -- is no longer a mere slogan, but a lived reality, thanks to the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has dedicated the Kashmir rail project to the nation. Addressing a gathering after PM Modi inaugurated Chenab Bridge, Anji Bridge and flagged off train to Kashmir, LG Sinha said, "By flagging off the Vande Bharat trains and dedicating the Kashm ...Read More >
Katra: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off a Vande Bharat train service between Katra and Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir, the first train connection between the Kashmir valley and the Jammu region. Modi inaugurated the train in the presence of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha, and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, among others. Earlier, the PM inaugurated the Chenab Railway Bridge, the world's tallest rail bridge, and Anji Khad Bridge, the country's ...Read More >
Katra, Jun 6 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the world's highest railway bridge over the Chenab river, which was completed at a cost of Rs 1,486 crore in more than eight years. The prime minister then walked on the bridge holding the tricolour. After the Chenab bridge, Modi inaugurated India's first cable-stayed rail bridge over the river Anji. Before the inauguration, Modi travelled in a rail engine coach to reach the spot. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Jammu a ...Read More >
Katra (JK), Jun 6 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday hailed the inauguration of two engineering marvels on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link as a historic moment. "What a momentous day! 06 June, 2025 will go down in history. Hon'ble PM Sh Narendra Modi Ji inaugurated Chenab bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge & Anji bridge, India's first cable-stayed rail bridge, making the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari, a reality," Sinha posted ...Read More >
Katra/Jammu Jun 5 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday inspected arrangements for a public rally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Katra. A multi-tier security setup has been put in place for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Jammu and Kashmir on Friday to inaugurate the much-awaited Kashmir rail link and inaugurate multiple development projects worth over Rs 46,000 crore in Katra, officials said. This will be the prime minister's first visit to the Union ...Read More >
Gulmarg (JK), May 28 (PTI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said the April 22 Pahalgam attack has not stalled the conversation around restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir and that he had raised the issue at the recent meeting of NITI Aayog governing council. "No, not at all. If you were to take out the formal speech that circulated in the NITI Aayog meeting, you will find a categorical mention for return of statehood in that ... which was given to the Honourable Prime Minister ...Read More >
Jammu, Jan 14 (VOICE) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that the BJP government at the Centre treats Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir equally.Addressing the ninth Armed Forces Veterans' Day programme at Tanda Artillery Brigade in Akhnoor, the Defence Minister praised Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his effort to reduce the distance between the hearts of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi and asserted that the BJP government treats Delhi and Kashmir equally. "Ka ...Read More >
The International Forum for Justice and Human Rights Jammu Kashmir (IFJHR JK) has issued a stark warning to the international community, urging it to take notice of the rampant human rights abuses in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu Kashmir (IIOJK) MIRPUR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 13th Dec, 2024) The International Forum for Justice and Human Rights Jammu Kashmir (IFJHR JK) has issued a stark warning to the international community, urging it to take notice of the rampant human rights ab ...Read More >
New Delhi: Members of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) staged a protest on Wednesday, demanding immediate action from the Union government to address the worsening law and order situation in the national Capital. The protest, led by Delhi Minister Gopal Rai and other AAP MLAs, highlighted the surge in crimes under the jurisdiction of the Union Home Ministry, which oversees Delhi's law enforcement through the Lieutenant Governor (LG) and Delhi Police. Speaking at the protest, Gopal Rai expressed grave ...Read More >
He was 'Gorgeous Georgie' - the pin-up prince of hearts who wooed the ladies throughout the Roaring Twenties. And she was Kiki - known as The Girl with the Silver Syringe - a woman who was mad, bad, and dangerous to know. She was also the love of his life. Tall, brunette, shapely and uninhibited, Alice Gwynne came from the fabled Vanderbilt family, the equivalent of American royalty. She lived in Paris and became part of the wild crowd that gathered at Ada 'Bricktop' Smith's jazz club in the P ...Read More >
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