Kashmir
Two arrested in Pulwama for eve teasing and molestation
Two men were arrested in Pulwama on charges of eve teasing and molestation following a swift action by Pulwama Police in response to a complaint lodged by a woman.
Breaking News
Gunfight erupts in Kathua’s Machhedi area
An encounter broke out between militants and security forces in Machhedi area of Kathua district on Monday.
J&K
New criminal laws implemented in J-K aim to enhance justice and security
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Director General of Police R R Swain announced the implementation of new laws designed to replace outdated colonial-era statutes.
Education
Topper numbers drop as NTA releases revised NEET (UG) 2024 scores after retest
The National Testing Agency, or NTA, released the results of the retake of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET late on Sunday night.
India
Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi assumes command as India’s Army Chief
General Upendra Dwivedi took over as the 30th Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the 1.3 million Indian Army on June 30 from General Manoj Pande.
J&K
Dry weather predicted over the next few days in Valley
Pilgrims embarking on the annual Amarnath Yatra can expect generally dry conditions over the next few days, with intermittent chances of rain along the pilgrimage routes.
News & Interviews
Pulwama celebrates 10th International Yoga Day with enthusiasm
The 10th International Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Hockey Stadium Pulwama on Friday.
J&K
PM Modi announces assembly election preparations in J-K
During his speech at SKICC in Srinagar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced that preparations for assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir have begun.
Latest news
High salt intake, uncontrolled BP raise stroke risk in Kashmir
Excessive salt consumption, uncontrolled high blood pressure, obesity, unhealthy dietary habits and physical inactivity are among the major factors increasing the risk of stroke.
Railways to offer concessional freight rates to transport Kashmir fruit
Kashmir's Horticulture Department and Northern Railway are exploring concessional freight rates to move fruit consignments by train using available return cargo capacity.
J&K’s new media policy nears finalisation; may cover Facebook, Instagram: Official
J&K Director Information Mamta Yadav says the new media policy is under examination and may include provisions covering platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
J&K Secretariat Move: NH-44 up-lane shut for goods carriers on Oct 31, Nov 1
J&K has restricted goods carrier movement on NH-44 on October 31 and November 1 for the Secretariat move from Srinagar to Jammu. Down traffic will be regulated.
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NC govt lacks political will to free youth facing incarceration, says Waheed Para
Waheed Para said that the current NC-led government has the power to drop cases against young people who are imprisoned, but they lack the political will to do so.
When ‘come back tomorrow’ becomes a public service failure
We often treat accessibility as a feature of a building or website. But access is also a question of responsibility, in case of public service.