Jammu and Kashmir

Sonam Wangchuk urges Centre to restart Ladakh talks; flags trust deficit

A month after his NSA detention was revoked, Sonam Wangchuk has urged the Union government to announce a date for the next round of dialogue with Ladakh groups, warning of a growing trust deficit.

Apr 13, 2026

Amarnath Yatra to begin on July 3; 57-day pilgrimage to conclude on Raksha Bandhan

The Shri Amarnath Yatra 2026 will commence on July 3 and conclude on August 28, coinciding with Raksha Bandhan. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced that registration will begin from April 15 through online and offline modes across 554 bank branches.

Apr 13, 2026

3-Month Drug-Free Mission in J&K: Passports, Aadhaar, Driving Licences of Offenders to Be Cancelled

LG Manoj Sinha launched a 100-day "Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir" campaign, vowing to make the Union Territory drug-free within three months. Announcing strict action against narco-terror networks, he said passports, licences, and properties of drug smugglers will be seized, while calling for a collective public movement to eradicate the menace.

Apr 11, 2026

J&K LG says conspiracy to ruin youth through drugs must be defeated

Manoj Sinha has called for a united fight against the drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir, warning of a larger conspiracy aimed at destroying the youth. He stressed the need for collective action from society, institutions, and security forces to tackle the issue.

Apr 10, 2026

CAG report on J&K finances: Low returns, rising liabilities, poor transport scheme response

The CAG has raised concerns over Jammu and Kashmir's fiscal health, highlighting low returns on public investments, rising liabilities, and inadequate capital expenditure during 2020–25. It has recommended PSU reforms, better revenue mobilisation, and stricter financial discipline.

Apr 9, 2026

Amarnath Yatra registration from April 15 at 554 bank branches; Admin ramps up preparations

Registration for the Amarnath Yatra 2026 will commence on April 15 through 554 designated bank branches across the country on a first-come, first-served basis. Authorities have intensified preparations, with Divisional Commissioner Kashmir reviewing infrastructure, safety, telecom, and logistics to ensure a smooth and incident-free pilgrimage.

Apr 9, 2026

White collar terror module biggest challenge

LeT Module Busted in J&K; Five Terrorists, Including Top PAK Operative Abu Hureira, Arrested

Jammu and Kashmir Police, in a joint operation with central agencies, busted a major Lashkar-e-Taiba terror module, arresting five terrorists, including key operative Abu Hureira.

Apr 8, 2026

CAG report exposes PMKKKY gaps in J&K, highlights Rs 52 crore unused DMF funds

The CAG has highlighted serious lapses in the implementation of PMKKKY in J&K, citing weak planning, poor targeting, and lack of monitoring. The audit found that over ₹52 crore in District Mineral Foundation funds remains unutilised, while mining-affected communities continue to face pollution, poor infrastructure, and lack of basic services.

Apr 8, 2026

J&K healthcare crisis: 11,700 vacancies, trauma centres non-functional

Jammu and Kashmir's healthcare system is under severe strain with over 11,700 vacant posts across hospitals. Critical trauma centres in Udhampur and Ramban remain largely non-functional due to acute staff shortages, raising serious concerns over emergency care and overall service delivery.

Apr 6, 2026

Deputy Speaker Post Remains Vacant as J&K Budget Session Ends Without Decision

Even as the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly's budget session concluded, uncertainty persists over the appointment of a Deputy Speaker. The post has remained vacant for over 17 months due to a lack of consensus between the ruling National Conference and the opposition BJP, with the delay raising political and constitutional concerns.

Apr 5, 2026

J&K still heavily dependent on central grants despite revenue gains: CAG flags fiscal stress

The CAG has flagged continued dependence of J&K on central grants despite modest improvement in its own revenue. The report highlights rising liabilities, high revenue expenditure, constrained capital spending, and delays in financial reporting, raising concerns over the Union Territory's long-term fiscal sustainability.

Apr 4, 2026

Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

J&K LG orders magisterial probe into Ganderbal encounter amid family's innocence claim

Amid claims by the family that Raashid Ahmad Mughal had no links to terrorism, J&K LG Manoj Sinha has ordered a time-bound magisterial inquiry into the Ganderbal encounter. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has also called for a transparent probe, stressing that the facts must be made public.

Apr 3, 2026

J&K drug crisis: 8.5 lakh addicts, 10–75 age group vulnerable; LG Manoj Sinha calls for zero-tolerance policy

Over 8.5 lakh people in Jammu and Kashmir, aged between 10 and 75 years, are using narcotic substances, according to government data presented in the Rajya Sabha.

Apr 2, 2026

Doctor, wife chargesheeted by CIK for spreading 'false narratives' online in Kashmir

The Counter-Intelligence Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against a doctor and his wife in an NIA court in Srinagar for allegedly spreading false and fabricated narratives on social media. The couple is accused of promoting separatist ideology, inciting disharmony, and attempting to disturb public order, with charges invoked under the BNS and the UA (Prevention) Act.

Apr 2, 2026

Three Kashmiri Pandit boys washed away in Jammu's river Tawi; J&K LG, CM express condolences

What began as a carefree Sunday outing ended in heartbreak for three Kashmiri Pandit families in Nagrota, Jammu. Five teenage friends had gone to the banks of the Tawi River for a swim, but a strong current swept away three of them—Bavish Koul, Sonam Dutt, and Aditya Pandit.

Mar 31, 2026

Kashmir's 5 glacial lakes pose high GLOF risk; Over 2,700 buildings, key infra under threat [what it means]

The Jammu and Kashmir government has informed the Legislative Assembly that five glacial lakes in the Kashmir Himalaya—Bramsar, Chirsar, Nundkol, Gangabal, and Bhagsar—fall under the "very high susceptibility" category for glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), as per a study by the University of Kashmir published in the Journal of Glaciology.

Mar 31, 2026

Reviving tourism, rebuilding hope in J&K post Pahalgam terror attack

J&K tourism dipped in 2025 following Pahalgam terror attack, Op Sindoor

Tourist arrivals in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a sharp decline in 2025 following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, with over 58 lakh fewer visitors compared to 2024. The downturn also impacted foreign tourist inflow.

Mar 30, 2026

Massive 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Kamchatka, Authorities Issue Tsunami Warning

J&K falls in highest earthquake risk category; govt orders audit of buildings, infrastructure

All districts of Jammu and Kashmir are declared seismically vulnerable; schools, hospitals, bridges and tunnels are to undergo mandatory audits as the government begins steps for retrofitting and early warning system development.

Mar 30, 2026

J&K: 3,192 schools have less than 10 or zero students, over 2,500 teachers posted

The J&K government has revealed that 3,192 schools across the Union Territory have fewer than 10 or no students, even as 2,518 teachers remain posted in these institutions. In the Assembly, Education Minister Sakina Itoo said the government is now moving to rationalise staff by shifting surplus teachers to understaffed schools, while also strengthening infrastructure and learning facilities.

Mar 29, 2026

PM Modi praises Jammu & Kashmir cricket team for maiden Ranji Trophy win in Mann Ki Baat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, lauded the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title. He highlighted the team's perseverance, praised captain Paras Dogra and bowler Aaqib Nabi.