Jammu and Kashmir

PAK ceasefire violation: 6 civilians injured in heavy shelling on LoC in Kashmir's Kupwara

According to reports, Pakistan resorted to shelling in Tangdhar and Rangward injuring three civilians in each of the two sectors.

Aug 7, 2020

Former J&K Lt Governor GC Murmu appointed as new CAG

After resigning from the post of Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday night, August 5, Girish Chandra Murmu has been appointed as the new Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India.

Aug 7, 2020

BJP sarpanch shot dead by terrorists in Kashmir's Qazigund; 2nd attack in two days

BJP sarpanch Sajad Ahmad Khanday was shot dead by terrorists near his residence at Vessu village in Qazigund block of south Kashmir's Kulgam district on Thursday, August 6.

Aug 6, 2020

Juvenile games of Pakistan continue; renames Kashmir Highway to Srinagar Highway

The Government of Pakistan is said to officially inaugurate Srinagar Highway on August 5 to express "solidarity" with of the people of Kashmir to mark the first anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A.

Aug 5, 2020

UPSC Civil Services Results 2019: Over 10 J&K residents crack the coveted IAS cut

It's a shining moment for Jammu and Kashmir where 13 candidates, all residents of the territory will be joining the Indian Administrative Service, clearing one of the toughest exams in the country.

Aug 4, 2020

Farooq Abdullah says probe into Kashmiri Pandit exodus will clear many minds

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah in a webinar today has urged for a probe into the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the Kahmir valley.

Aug 2, 2020

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti's detention under PSA extended by 3 months

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday extended the detention of former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for another three months.

Jul 31, 2020

I'm a free man: JKPC chief Sajad Lone released after 360 days of home detention

Five days before the first anniversary of revocation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone was released from home detention in Srinagar on Friday, July 31.

Jul 31, 2020

Kashmir is Cov-Eid shopping as if there's no pandemic; Lal Chowk is chocked

Following the advisory of relaxing COVID lockdown before the eve of Eid, social distancing goes for a toss as shoppers in large numbers hit the streets of Lal Chowk in Kashmir to buy essentials.

Jul 30, 2020

Air Commodore Hilal rather played key role in Rafale acquisition.

Fact Check: Kashmiri IAF officer Hilal Rather didn't fly Rafale but played key role

Air commodore Hilal Ahmad Rather, who played a key role in ensuring quick delivery and weaponisation of the Rafale jets, is being misrepresented as the first India pilot to fly the fighter aircraft.

Jul 30, 2020

Meet Kashmir Air commodore Hilal Ahmad Rather who played key role in Rafale accusation

Air Commodore Hilal Ahmad Rather, who is India's air attaché to France, hails from South Kashmir's Anantnag. Hilal saw off the first batch of Rafale jets which took off from France to India on Monday, July 27.

Jul 28, 2020

4G will not be a problem in J&K, says Lieutenant Governor GC Murmu

The Foundation for Media Professionals had filed a plea at the Supreme Court that high-speed internet would enable the spread of fake news leading to unwanted activities.

Jul 26, 2020

Indian intelligence warned of possible attacks

Pakistan troops violate ceasefire for 4th day in J&K LoC

Pakistan troops violated the ceasefire on the Line of Control (LoC) for the 4th consecutive day on Saturday in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, indulging in firing and intense shelling.

Jul 26, 2020