News Topic:Kishtwar

Special NIA Court rejects bail plea of Doda teacher in Kishtwar weapons-snatching case

A Special NIA Court rejected Tanvir Ahmed Malik’s bail plea in a 2019 Kishtwar weapons-snatching case, citing trial progress and witness concerns.

BJP’s Sunil Sharma slams J&K Govt over jobs, corruption; Announces Sept 2 protest

J&K Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma has accused the government of failing on unemployment and corruption, announcing a "secretariat gherao" planned for September 2.

Properties damaged as cloudburst hits Chhatroo area in Kishtwar

Damage was reported to two houses and two shops after a cloudburst triggered flash flood-like conditions in the Chhatroo area of Kishtwar district.

Two govt employees among six probed for aiding slain Jaish militants in Kishtwar

Security agencies have intensified efforts to dismantle an alleged overground worker network following the killing of a Jaish-e-Muhammed commander, Saifullah.

Farooq Abdullah slams Kishtwar stone-pelting; Calls on BJP to protect India’s secular fabric

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday condemned the alleged stone pelting incidents on some Islamic seminaries in Kishtwar.

Gunfight breaks out in Kishtwar, says Army

An encounter broke out between security forces and militants in the Dool area of Kishtwar, Jammu division, on Sunday morning.

Police conduct raids at 26 locations in Kishtwar targeting militants’ network

Police on Saturday carried out a series of searches at 26 locations in Kishtwar district as part of an intensified crackdown on the militant network in the region.

Soldier succumbs in Kishtwar gunfight

An Army soldier was killed during an ongoing encounter between security forces and militants in the Singhpora area of Chatroo in J&K’s Kishtwar district.

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Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K

Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.

India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map

India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.

Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say

Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.