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Srinagar, Apr 08: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha-led administration on Wednesday terminated the services of two government employees for their involvement with terror outfits, invoking Article 311(2)(c) of the Constitution of India. The dismissals form part of an ongoing and sustained campaign to identify, isolate, and remove individuals working for terrorist organisations from within government institutions. Top sources told Rising Kashmir that the action reflects a zero-tolerance approach t ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 07: The Jammu and Kashmir Haj Committee has extended a special offer to nearly 150 pilgrims from the region intending to perform the sacred journey this year, offering a 20-day pilgrimage package, significantly shorter than the usual 40- to 51-day journey. The annual Hajj pilgrimage is scheduled to commence from April 18, with a total of 4,707 pilgrims set to embark from the Union Territory. Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Executive Officer of the J&K Haj Committee, Dr Shujaat Quresh ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 07: In a major breakthrough, Jammu & Kashmir Police have busted an interstate terror module linked to the Pakistan-based outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), arresting five individuals, including two Pakistani terrorists. A senior police official told Rising Kashmir that among those apprehended is a top wanted LeT operative, Abdullah alias Abu Hureira, who had been evading arrest for the past 16 years. Another Pakistani terrorist, identified as Usman alias Khubaib, has also been taken in ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 03: As precipitation deficiency continued through March, the weatherman has issued yellow and orange alerts for Jammu and Kashmir till Saturday, predicting intermittent light to moderate rain and snow at many places with the possibility of thunder, hailstorm, and gusty winds. A fresh Western Disturbance affected the region on Friday morning, bringing fresh snowfall to several upper reaches, including Razdan Pass, Sinthan Top, Pir Ki Gali, Sadhna Top, Margan Top, Gulmarg Phase-II, ...Read More >
Srinagar, Oct 24: In a move aimed at enhancing passenger convenience and strengthening regional connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, the Northern Railways on Friday announced that the Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat Express will now halt at Reasi Railway Station from October 29, 2025. Officials said the decision comes in response to growing local demand from residents, pilgrims, and tourists seeking easier access to Reasi district known for its religious significance and proximity to the world's high ...Read More >
Jammu, Sept 30: All the traffic signals across Jammu City installed under the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS), lying defunct for more than three months, will be made functional only after the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway is completed. However, the date of completion of the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway is not clear. "We have floated tenders, but there are still some technical issues for making the traffic signals functional in the city," SSP Traffic, Farooq Kaiser, informed R ...Read More >
Srinagar, Sept 12: Security was stepped up across Doda district on Friday as prohibitory orders remained in force for the fourth consecutive day following violent protests against the arrest of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator Mehraj Malik under the Public Safety Act (PSA). Authorities said the situation was calm overnight, though tensions persisted in parts of the Chenab Valley. Mobile internet and Wi-Fi services remained suspended in Doda and Bhalessa towns as a precautionary measure. Deputy ...Read More >
Srinagar, Sep 01: In a major relief to commuters and pilgrims stranded due to the disruption of train services in Jammu region, Northern Railways on Monday introduced a special shuttle service between Jammu and Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. The temporary service, which began operations on September 1, will run until September 15, aiming to facilitate movement for stranded commuters, pilgrims, and personnel engaged in restoration efforts. Rail connectivity across the region has remained severely aff ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation's (GHMC) order to shut beef shops and slaughterhouses on the Independence Day (August 15) and Krishna Janmashtami (August 16) evoked mixed response from people in the city. While some felt that the beef shops should be closed on Krishna Janmashtami considering religious sentiments, they said the shops could be allowed to function on August 15. While there are no restrictions on chicken, fish, etc., beef shops were ordered to be closed. So ...Read More >
Budgam, Aug 13: Residents of Hazerpora village in Beerwah district have urged the government to construct a new school building as the condition of the existing school structure has been deteriorating.Imtiyaz Amad, a local resident of Hazerpora told Rising Kashmir that the Government Boys Primary School Hazerpora was established in 1972. Since then the condition of this school building has been worsening consistently."During rainfall and snowfall, water seeps into the building from the roof, cau ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 01: A day after the Food Safety Department and DFCO seized and destroyed 1,200 kilograms of rotten meat in Srinagar, Assistant Commissioner Food Safety Hilal Ahmad Mir provided further details about the incident and ongoing investigations.Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Mir confirmed that the foul-smelling, decomposed meat was brought from outside the region and had been dumped in the industrial area of Zakura, Srinagar. "The meat was stored there and was about to be transported when w ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 01: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president, Tariq Hameed Karra on Friday claimed that the much-needed Coordination Committee (CC) between the Congress and National Conference (NC) has not existed for the past nine months, hampering effective coalition functioning and joint political action.Speaking exclusively to Rising Kashmir ahead of a planned series of protests and hunger strikes to mark six years since the abrogation of Article 370, Karra revealed that ...Read More >
Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 7.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July (for sales in June), data released by the government on Friday showed. Even though the pace of growth in gross GST collections picked up to 7.5 per cent in July from 6.2 per cent, this is the second consecutive month wherein the growth rate has been in single digits and much lower after posting double-digit growth in the first two months of the ongoing financial year. ARTICLE CONTINUES BE ...Read More >
Baramulla, July 14: Two more bodies were recovered on Monday from the Gantamulla Power Canal in north Kashmir's Baramulla district, concluding a 36 hour long massive search operation launched after a tragic drowning incident on Sunday. The death toll in the incident has risen to three.The bodies of Ahmad Bin Khalid, 12, son of Khalid Mehraj Shah of Hyderpora Srinagar, and Mehnaz Rashid Shah, 40, son of Abdul Rashid Shah of Khanyar Srinagar, were recovered today by teams from SDRF Baramulla and C ...Read More >
Jammu, July 08: In a significant digital leap, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is set to introduce 'Smart Ration Cards' for all its 25.61 lakh ration cardholders, covering a beneficiary population of over one crore. The initiative, aimed at curbing ration pilferage and black marketing, is expected to streamline access to various government welfare services under one unified platform.Speaking to Rising Kashmir, RifatKohli, Director of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs, confirmed ...Read More >
Nellore: Minister Nara Lokesh has made it clear that "only those who work for the party will be given positions," and there's no room for compromise on this norm. Addressing a TD leaders' meeting in Nellore, he emphasized the need for strengthening the cadres and ensuring regular outreach to the public every four months. Lokesh acknowledged past mistakes and promised to correct them, adding, "Even Chandrababu is willing to listen -- leadership means being accountable." He vowed to complete the ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Education Department is facing mounting criticism from parents and educatorsover its revised school schedule meant to counter the ongoingheatwave. The newly announced hybrid model, combining early school hours with mandatory post-school online classes, is being slammed as impractical, burdensome, and out of touch with ground realities. Under the updated directive, schools within municipal areas are to function from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm, while those outside ...Read More >
New Delhi: A 57-year-old retired telecom employee from Kishan Ganj, north Delhi, lost Rs 14 lakh in a "digital arrest" scam after cyber fraudsters, posing as Mumbai Police, threatened him with arrest over alleged bank fraud. Two suspects, Banshi Lal and Prem Kumar, both 20-year-old graduates from Barmer, Rajasthan, have been arrested.According to police, the case came to light when the victim filed a complaint via the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP), stating he received a video call ...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: With the completion of eight years, implementing the goods and services tax (GST) -- one of the country's biggest tax reforms, India has broken all the stereotypes by showcasing a perfect balance between Centre and state administrations and coming together to make decisions and resolve issues as well. Back on July 1, 2017, the GST was rolled out with a promise that the country will bring 'one nation, one tax' by merging various indirect taxes under one umbrella. As of today, it is pa ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 30: As the annual AmarnathYatra gears up to begin on July 3, authorities have implemented an unprecedented multi-layered security apparatus across the pilgrimage routes, in response to heightened threat perceptions following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine in South Kashmir's Himalayas -- shortened from 52 days last year -- will conclude on August 9, coinciding with RakshaBandhan. In a major security upgrade, facia ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 30: Braving the shadow of the horrific April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, hundreds of Amarnath pilgrims on Monday were seen lined up at Jammu's Saraswati Dham registration centre on Saturday.Devotees from across India gathered in large numbers on the first day of spot registration, expressing unwavering resolve to participate in the 38-day pilgrimage to the holy Amarnath cave shrine. Many said their journey this year carries an additional purpose to pay homage to the 26 victims o ...Read More >
Budgam, June 27 Deputy Commissioner of Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat on Wednesday said that preparations for the Muharram observances are underway. DC said that all departments have been instructed to ensure that necessary facilities are provided to mourners throughout the month of Muharram. Speaking with Rising Kashmir, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat said that essential services will be made available in areas where Muharram processions will take place across the Budgam district. "We have di ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27: Ahead of Shri Amarnathji Yatra, Jammu and Kashmir has stepped up security along the vital Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), and elaborate arrangements have been made to ensure the safe and smooth movement of the pilgrims. Talking to Rising Kashmir, Senior Superintendent of Police, Ramban, Kulbir Singh said that elaborate security arrangements have been made to ensure the safe and smooth movement of pilgrims through the district. "We have strengthened deployments at al ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (UNI) An escalating controversy surrounds Italian luxury house Prada following its presentation of sandals strikingly similar to traditional Kolhapuri chappals in its Men's Spring Collection at Milan Fashion Week. The dispute, now a significant issue in Maharashtra, centres on Prada marketing the design for 1.2 lakh rupees without acknowledging its Indian origin, the artisans, or its deep cultural significance. The Kolhapuri chappal, granted Geographical Indication (GI) status ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 5: Indian Railways will commence regular operations of two new Vande Bharat Express trains between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar from June 7, following their official inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi tomorrow, June 6. The trains will offer passengers a fast, reliable, and modern travel option, running six days a week in both directions, officials said on Thursday. Prime Minister Modi is expected to flag off the two specially designed Vande Bharat trains ru ...Read More >
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