Jammu and Kashmir

Basant goes berserk, tweets against J&K DGP; Dilbagh Singh says prove it

IGP Basant Rath, IPS, known for his 'Book Baba' campaign helping students in Jammu and Kashmir, came under the radar of netizens and high-ranking officers. This, after what they believe his tweet against J&K DGP Dilbagh Singh, IPS. Scroll down to know what happened next.

Jun 12, 2020

Two Kashmir-based LeT militants arrested by Punjab Police in Pathankot

In a major move, the Pathankot police foils bid to smuggle weapons into the valley for carrying out terror attacks.

Jun 11, 2020

Rs 100 crore narco-terror module of Lashkar busted in Handwara, 3 arrested

According to Handwara SSP GV Sundeep Chakravarthy, the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror associates were arrested along with 21 kgs of heroin which was recovered from them.

Jun 11, 2020

Budgam encounter: 2 Jaish terrorists escape leaving behind weapons, knock off Nike sneakers

An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces at Pathanpora area of Budgam district on Jammu and Kashmir. Police and security forces were carrying out the operation.

Jun 11, 2020

Jammu and Kashmir begins accelerated recruitment to fill up 10,000 posts in phase 1

The first phase of the recruitment process invites 1000 doctors, 100 veterinarians, and 2000 panchayat accounts assistants.

Jun 10, 2020

Beware Kashmir: Do not pick calls from international numbers, it's a scam

Are you receiving suspicious missed calls from unknown international numbers mainly from Saudi Arabia or other Middle East countries? Hold on, do not call back. Scroll down to read how to prevent yourself from falling prey to the One ring phone scam in the Valley.

Jun 9, 2020

Indian Army soldier killed in Pakistan ceasefire violation in LoC

A defense spokesperson said Pakistan initiated an unprovoked ceasefire violation at about 10:45 pm by firing with small arms and shelling with mortars along LoC.

Jun 5, 2020

Pregnant lady self delivers baby in J&K quarantine centre; no medical help offered

A Covid-19 positive pregnant woman delivered a baby in a corridor of a quarantine centre in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag. No doctors and medical help wasn't provided.

Jun 4, 2020

Govt constructs 3.5-km-long emergency landing and runway airstrip in Kashmir's Anantnag

The airstrip was being constructed in the area although the work seemingly has no links with the current standoff in Ladakh or skirmishes with Pakistan on the LoC.

Jun 3, 2020

Ertuğrul: Kashmiri parents naming newborns after Turkish blockbuster series

In view of Diriliş Ertuğrul's immense popularity, parents in Kashmir are now naming their newborns after the lead character of the Turkish drama. Despite erratic internet speed and the Covid-19 lockdown, here's how people in the Valley find solace in the show.

Jun 3, 2020

ACB issues lookout notice for bank chairman booked in Rs 223-crore fraud case

Mohd Shafi Dar had sanctioned the amount in favour of the non-existent River Jhelum Cooperative Housing Society, Shivpora Srinagar.

Jun 2, 2020

Pulwama encounter: Two Jaish terrorists killed in gun battle with security forces in Kashmir

Two Jaish e Mohammad terrorists were killed in an encounter at Awantipore Tral in South Kashmir's Pulwama district on Tuesday, June 2. Army said announcements were made for the terrorists to surrender.

Jun 2, 2020

Jammu and Kashmir secretariat fumigated as IAS officer tests Covid positive, top officers undergo quarantine

The Jammu and Kashmir Secretariat will remain empty for the next few days as senior official test Covid positive and most of his colleagues and superiors undergo quarantine.

Jun 1, 2020

Narco-terror module busted in J&K's Budgam, 6 JeM associates held

Security forces and police have busted a narco-terror module in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir and arrested six associates of banned Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), an official said on Monday, June 1.

Jun 1, 2020

J&K policeman rescued after abduction by suspected terrorists in Kashmir's Shopian

The cop who was identified as Shakeel Ahmed has been rescued by the forces.

May 31, 2020

Lockdown 4.0 guidelines to continue till June 8 in J&K; Covid-19 cases cross 2000 mark

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Sunday, May 31, issued orders stating that the lockdown guidelines issued May 19 and 24 will continue to operate in the state till June 8.

May 31, 2020

Senior IAS officer tests positive for coronavirus in J&K, many officials quarantine self

After a senior IAS officer tested positive for coronavirus in Jammu and Kashmir, over a dozen top officials went into self-quarantine on Sunday, May 31.

May 31, 2020

Three Lashkar terrorist associates nabbed in J&K's Sopore, arms and ammunition recovered

Security forces arrested the trio at Shangergund on Sopore-Kupwara Road in Sopore area of the north Kashmir district.

May 31, 2020

Zyeth Atham 2020: How do Kashmiri Pandits celebrate Jyeshtha Ashtami

One of the most prominent religious festivals of the Kashmiri pandits, Zyeth Atham is celebrated with much pomp and show. Here are the details of its celebrations.

May 30, 2020

Watch: Truck carrying LPG cylinders catches fire, explodes in Udhampur, J&K

People witnessed back-to-back explosions and authorities immediately suspended the vehicular traffic in the Jammu-Srinagar highway.

May 29, 2020