Jammu and Kashmir

Elderly couple in Srinagar duped of Rs 48 lakh in 'digital arrest' cyber scam

Fraudsters posing as CBI and TRAI officials kept victims under video surveillance for days; cybercrime officials urge the public to report such calls on helpline 1930. Despite repeated warnings by cybercrime authorities, cyber fraud continues to claim victims across Jammu and Kashmir.

7 days ago

MHA Calls LAB, KDA for Fresh Talks on Ladakh Demands on February 4

Ending weeks of speculation, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has convened a fresh round of talks with Ladakh's agitating groups, including the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, on February 4 in New Delhi.

8 days ago

Omar Abdullah speaks with EAM, urges him to ensure safety of J&K students in Iran

Thousands of Indian students, including many from Kashmir, remain in Iran, causing widespread concern among families. PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti also appealed to the MEA for urgent intervention and the safe return of students and pilgrims, including Shia Muslims from J&K currently in Iran.

10 days ago

Cold wave grips Jammu; city turns colder than Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Jammu city recorded an unusually cold day, emerging as the coldest place in the Union Territory with a maximum temperature of 7.4°C, even lower than Gulmarg and Pahalgam.

11 days ago

After 'white-collar terror' bust, J&K begins massive profiling of mosques, madrasas

In the wake of a major crackdown on a "white-collar" terror module involving doctors and students, Jammu and Kashmir authorities have launched an extensive profiling drive of mosques, madrasas, and religious functionaries.

11 days ago

Five govt employees sacked for terror links; total dismissals reach 87

Action has been taken against a teacher, lab technician, lineman, forest worker, and health department driver following security agency inputs linking them with LeT and Hizbul Mujahideen networks.

12 days ago

Manipur saw improvement in 2025, Northeast shielded from Myanmar unrest: Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi

Addressing the Indian Army's annual press conference, he noted that confidence-building measures and government-led initiatives have helped normalise conditions along the Line of Actual Control. He highlighted significant improvement in Jammu and Kashmir in 2025, with a shift from terrorism to tourism, elimination of 31 terrorists—most of Pakistani origin and a sharp decline in local recruitment.

12 days ago

Pakistani drone intrusions trigger tension along IB, LoC in Jammu; villagers on edge

Tension gripped several border areas of the Jammu province after multiple Pakistani drones were spotted intruding into Indian airspace along the International Border and the Line of Control in Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts.

13 days ago

Army successfully foils multiple drone incursions by Pakistan along international border in J&K

No damage or casualties were reported. Officials said the drones, often used by Pakistan-backed terror outfits to smuggle arms, drugs, and cash, were forced to retreat. The Army has intensified surveillance and deployed anti-drone equipment to safeguard territorial integrity and prevent hostile activities in sensitive border areas.

13 days ago

Sextortion scams surge in J&K, police sound high alert

With sextortion cases rising sharply across Jammu and Kashmir, police have issued a high alert, warning people against online blackmail traps using fake social media profiles and video calls. Victims are urged not to panic or pay money, but to immediately report incidents and preserve digital evidence.

14 days ago

Authorities rush to contain gastroenteritis outbreak in Jammu's Jagti, Nagrota migrant camps

A health alert has been sounded in Jammu after several cases of gastroenteritis were reported from the Jagti and Nagrota migrant camps. The administration has ordered immediate testing of water samples and asked the Health Department to issue preventive advisories.

14 days ago

Deputy speaker post still vacant in J&K Assembly; BJP targets NC government ahead of Budget session

Over 14 months after taking office, the Omar Abdullah–led NC government has not appointed a Deputy Speaker, prompting the BJP, the principal opposition party, to demand adherence to legislative convention.

16 days ago

NMC withdraws permission for MBBS course at SMVD Medical College after Jammu protests

The National Medical Commission has withdrawn the Letter of Permission for 50 MBBS seats at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence following protests over admissions in Jammu. The decision brought an end to the agitation led by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, even as the political blame-game continued between the BJP and the Chief Minister.

17 days ago

No question of Ladakh re-merger with J&K: LBA chief rebuts NC minister's claim

A statement by Cabinet Minister Javid Rana predicting Ladakh's re-merger with J&K has sparked sharp opposition from Buddhist leaders. LBA chief Chering Dorjay Lakrook categorically rejected the claim, asserting that Leh is united against any such move.

18 days ago

VDGs get specialised combat training in Jammu amid growing infiltration threats

Amid heightened infiltration attempts from across the border, special teams of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army, and BSF have launched a three-tier specialised training programme for Village Defence Group members in Jammu district.

20 days ago

Congress's new DCC presidents appointments spark internal debate in J&K

The Congress high command's decision to appoint new District Congress Committee presidents across all 21 organisational districts of J&K has stirred internal debate within the party. Posting of national-level leaders as district presidents raises questions of promotion versus demotion within the party.

21 days ago

Women, couples are new faces of drug trade in Jammu; narco-terrorism crackdown continues

Even as Jammu Police cracked down hard on narcotics in 2025 by arresting 311 drug peddlers, including 35 women, security agencies are alarmed by a disturbing shift in the drug supply chain, with women and married couples increasingly acting as key operatives.

21 days ago

Over 150 Booked as J&K Police Crack Down on Banned VPN Usage

Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a Valley-wide campaign against the use of banned Virtual Private Network (VPN) services, booking over 150 individuals in the last three days.

22 days ago

J&K: Police attach properties worth crores of seven illegally residing in Pakistan

"This action reflects the firm resolve of Kathua Police to act decisively against individuals involved in unlawful and anti-national activities," the statement said, adding that the process of identifying and attaching properties of such offenders will continue in accordance with due process of law. Kathua Police remains committed to upholding peace, security and the rule of law in the region, the statement added.

22 days ago

Mukesh Singh Appointed New DGP of Ladakh; Major IPS Reshuffle Ordered

Senior IPS officer Mukesh Singh has been appointed as the new Director General of Police of Ladakh following a key reshuffle in the AGMUT cadre ordered by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

22 days ago