Jammu and Kashmir

Coronavirus in Kashmir: 148 red-zones identified; full list

In the wake of rising coronavirus positive cases in Kashmir, 148 places across the valley are buffer zone areas which have been turned into red zones. Scroll down to the red the full list.

Apr 9, 2020

J&K Govt new Houseboat Policy deals a big blow to Dal & Nigeen houseboat owners

The policy was tabled to regulate the functioning and operation of houseboats in the iconic Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake, in order to preserve the lake for future generations, adopting sustainable tourism.

Apr 9, 2020

SC notice to J&K govt on plea seeking restoration of 4G Internet amid lockdown

Amid the coronavirus lockdown, the Supreme Court issued notice to the Jammu & Kashmir government in a plea seeking restoration of 4G speed for mobile internet services in the valley.

Apr 9, 2020

Medicines, arms, weeks of ration recovered: How Indian Army eliminated 5 deadly terrorists in J&K

The terrorists were also carrying lots of other essential items including morphine, edible items such as figs and cashew nuts and also flavoured drink mix Tang.

Apr 8, 2020

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

Heavy firing exchanges started on Wednesday, April 8 between holed up terrorists and the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore town. Security forces started a cordon and search operation in the area on April 7 night.

Apr 8, 2020

Mehbooba Mufti shifted to her residence in Srinagar from make-shift jail, detention continues

The order to shift Mehbooba Mufti, who has been detained under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA), was issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Home department.

Apr 7, 2020

Kashmir: 4 terrorists neutralised in Kulgam encounter; 3 jawans injured

Four terrorists were killed on Saturday morning, April 4 in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district.

Apr 4, 2020

After backlash, MHA amends J&K recruitment rules to reserve all government jobs in UT for domiciles

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah, who was recently released from eight-month detention, said that the law didn't provide any protection to the locals.

Apr 4, 2020

Innovative Covid-19 decontamination tunnel in Kashmir; SMC's indigenous move

In a bid to stem the tide of the coronavirus pandemic, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) installed and made operational the first-ever disinfectant tunnel for decontamination and sanitisation at the CD Hospital Dalgate.

Apr 3, 2020

Fact Check: Truth behind Amit Shah's '4-year plan' to change Kashmir demography

In the viral post, it is claimed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has told Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) cadres that he will change Kashmir demography in the next four years.

Apr 2, 2020

Centre defines new Jammu and Kashmir domicile rules; check out the eligibility criteria here

According to the new rules, migrants registered by the Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner (Migrants) will also be eligible to be a domicile of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

Apr 1, 2020

Omar Abdullah appeals for no gathering at uncle's funeral; PM Modi praises move

PM Modi condoled the demise of Omar Abdullah's uncle and praised him for asking people to offer condolences from their respective homes.

Mar 30, 2020

Group tasked to revive Lashkar in Kashmir calls for attack on security forces, politicians in Valley amid Covid-19 lockdown

Last week, the securty forces had arrested six members of the Resistance Front from north Kashmir's Baramulla district. They were part of a 10-member module tasked with reviving Lashkar in the Valley.

Mar 27, 2020

Govt calls J&K 4G restoration order fake; MHA hints restoration soon

An order that states that 4G services will be restored in the state hold no relevance and is fake

Mar 25, 2020

Coronavirus: This J&K district admin home-delivers food essentials to 70,000 residents amid lockdown

In an attempt to promote social distancing as coronavirus crisis deepens, Piyush Singla, IAS officer, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir has rolled out 'Ration on Wheels'. Scroll down to find out more about the initiative.

Mar 24, 2020

Omar Abdullah offers tips for surving coronavirus quarantine. Tweet goes viral

Omar Abdullah's first tweet after almost eight months of house arrest continues winning the hearts of his followers, as the National Conference leader makes COVID-19 his prime concern.

Mar 24, 2020

Arrested terrorists, massive arms recovery; how J&K Police foiled bid to revive LeT

In a huge success, the Jammu and Kashmir Police along with a special team of investigators have busted a major module of the newly formed terror group. Six terrorists were arrested and a huge cache of arms and ammunition was recovered.

Mar 24, 2020

Relief for Omar Abdullah: J&K govt releases leader from detention after 8 months, PSA charges revoked

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah was released on Tuesday, March 24 after nearly eight months of detention. Abdullah had spent 232 days in custody since the government announced the revocation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019.

Mar 24, 2020

COVID -19: J&K would require high-speed internet to fight the pandemic

Jammu & Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) President on Tuesday urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to restore high-speed mobile internet, as part of preventive measures against the spread of coronavirus in Jammu & Kashmir.

Mar 17, 2020

J&K admin reshuffle: Pandurang Kondbarao Pole appointed new Div Com Kashmir; 5 IAS officers transferred

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Tuesday, March 17, witnessed a major reshuffle with the change in duties for several IAS officers.

Mar 17, 2020