Jammu and Kashmir

Former outspoken Governor of J&K Satya Pal Malik passes away

Satya Pal Malik, the last Governor of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, passed away this morning after battling kidney-related ailments. Known for his outspoken and often controversial remarks, Malik served as Governor during several pivotal moments in J&K's history, including the abrogation of Article 370 and the Pulwama terror attack.

Aug 5, 2025

Congress declares August 5 as Black Day; vows to continue statehood demand

As part of its intensified campaign for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress Party has announced it will observe August 5 as a "Black Day" to mark the revocation of the region's statehood in 2019.

Aug 5, 2025

Start-up surge and heritage pride define Kashmir's post-370 transformation

At the heart of this shift is the Jammu and Kashmir Start-up Policy 2024-27, launched by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at the Avinya Startup Summit in March 2024. The policy aims to establish 2,000 start-ups by 2027, with 837 ventures already registered, including 302 led by women.

Aug 4, 2025

SBI Manager, Ex-Cop Among 11 Booked in Rs 3.12 Crore Fraud Cases by J&K Crime Branch

The Jammu wing of the Crime Branch has registered five FIRs against eleven individuals, including a serving SBI bank manager and a retired police official, for their involvement in a series of high-value frauds amounting to ₹3.12 crore.

Aug 3, 2025

Cybercrime Explodes in J&K: Over 12,000 Cases in Just Six Months of 2025

Cybercrimes in Jammu and Kashmir have witnessed a sharp and consistent rise, with 12,129 cases already reported in the first half of 2025 alone, as per data shared in the Rajya Sabha by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The figures reflect a nearly 300% surge from the previous year, prompting nationwide concern.

Aug 3, 2025

Pahalgam terror attack: Three attackers were Pakistanis linked to LeT

Anti-terrorist operation continues for third day in J&K's Kulgam

Joint forces, including the Army, CRPF and J&K Police, started a cordon and search operation (CASO) in the Akhal forest area of Kulgam on Friday following intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area.

Aug 3, 2025

J&K arresting six drug peddlers daily; 1,416 held in seven months, Rs 39 crore worth of assets seized

In a major offensive against narcotics in Jammu and Kashmir, law enforcement agencies have arrested 1,416 individuals in the past seven months under the NDPS Act, with 220 drug hotspots identified across the Union Territory—33 of which have already been dismantled.

Aug 3, 2025

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Over 4 Lakh Devotees Attend

Amarnath Yatra suspended from August 3 amid heavy rains, urgent track repairs

In view of recent heavy rainfall and the urgent need for track maintenance, authorities have announced the suspension of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra from August 3 until further notice.

Aug 3, 2025

Young JKAS Officer, Son Killed in J&K's Reasi; Family Battles for Life

In a tragic incident, JKAS officer Rajinder Singh Rana, serving as Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Ramnagar, and his 10-year-old son were killed when a landslide struck their SUV in the Dharmari area of Reasi district.

Aug 2, 2025

Massive Crackdown on Adulterated Food in J&K: Rotten Meat, Fake Cheese, Counterfeit Rasgullas Seized

In one of the biggest crackdowns on adulterated and unsafe food in recent times, authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have seized over 51,000 kilograms of contaminated food items, including 1,200 kg of decomposed meat in Srinagar and nearly 50,000 kg of counterfeit Rasgullas and duplicate cheese in Jammu.

Aug 2, 2025

BSF trooper goes missing from battalion headquarters in J&K's Srinagar

BSF trooper mysteriously went missing from battalion HQ in J&K's Srinagar

Authorities have lodged a missing report and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Choudhary's disappearance. At this stage, it is unclear whether his absence was voluntary or if other factors are involved.

Aug 1, 2025

After Gujarat dam visit, Omar bats for mega hydel projects in J&K amid Indus Treaty suspension

During his visit to Gujarat, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed optimism about launching large-scale hydroelectric projects in the Union Territory following the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty.

Jul 31, 2025

Amarnath Yatra 2025 surpasses record 4 lakh devotees: J&K LG calls it a miracle

The Lieutenant Governor emphasised that the record number of darshans and the arrival of devotees from across the country and the globe were a testament to India's unity and its resolve to overcome challenges.

Jul 31, 2025

Two teachers killed in Ramban flash flood as heavy rains paralyse Jammu region; exams postponed

Relentless rains triggered flash floods in parts of Jammu province on Wednesday, claiming the lives of two young teachers in the Batote area of Ramban district.

Jul 30, 2025

Jammu's road rage victim, 65, remains critical; "influential" accused still at large

In a shocking case of road rage in Jammu, 65-year-old Kamalkant Dutta remains in critical condition after being hit twice by a speeding Mahindra Thar, allegedly driven by 21-year-old Manan Anand — the son of a local contractor.

Jul 30, 2025

Pakistan resumes drone narcotics push: After recovery in Samba, Rs 2cr worth heroin seized in Kathua

After a two-month lull following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has reportedly resumed cross-border drone activity, attempting to smuggle narcotics into Jammu and Kashmir. On Tuesday, security forces recovered 500 grams of heroin worth over ₹2 crore in Kathua district, shortly after it was dropped by a Pakistani drone.

Jul 30, 2025

Two terrorists killed, infiltrator attempt foiled on LoC in J&K's Poonch area; arms seized

In a significant security breakthrough, Indian forces have killed five terrorists in two separate operations within 48 hours in Jammu and Kashmir. On Wednesday, two infiltrators were eliminated near the Line of Control in Poonch during 'Operation Shiv Shakti'.

Jul 30, 2025

Congress to sponsor education of children orphaned in Poonch by Pakistani shelling

Acting on the instructions of Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, the Jammu and Kashmir Congress has announced educational sponsorship for 24 children who lost one or both parents during Pakistani shelling in Poonch district earlier this year.

Jul 29, 2025

Are top officers of Indian Armed Forces on Pak's side: Gaurav Gogoi to Defence Minister

Gogoi's remarks come in the backdrop of an intense and politically charged debate in Parliament, where the Opposition has accused the Modi government of security lapses that led to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and demanded full transparency on the military's cross-border response under Operation Sindoor.

Jul 29, 2025

Mehbooba urges PM Modi to replace security-first policy with dialogue in J&K

Speaking at the 26th foundation day of the PDP, former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to abandon the Centre's security-centric approach in Jammu and Kashmir and instead initiate a credible political process grounded in dialogue, empathy, and democratic restoration.

Jul 29, 2025

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Jammu and Kashmir

Former outspoken Governor of J&K Satya Pal Malik passes away

Congress declares August 5 as Black Day; vows to continue statehood demand

Start-up surge and heritage pride define Kashmir's post-370 transformation

SBI Manager, Ex-Cop Among 11 Booked in Rs 3.12 Crore Fraud Cases by J&K Crime Branch

Cybercrime Explodes in J&K: Over 12,000 Cases in Just Six Months of 2025

Anti-terrorist operation continues for third day in J&K's Kulgam

J&K arresting six drug peddlers daily; 1,416 held in seven months, Rs 39 crore worth of assets seized

Amarnath Yatra suspended from August 3 amid heavy rains, urgent track repairs

Young JKAS Officer, Son Killed in J&K's Reasi; Family Battles for Life

Massive Crackdown on Adulterated Food in J&K: Rotten Meat, Fake Cheese, Counterfeit Rasgullas Seized

BSF trooper mysteriously went missing from battalion HQ in J&K's Srinagar

After Gujarat dam visit, Omar bats for mega hydel projects in J&K amid Indus Treaty suspension

Amarnath Yatra 2025 surpasses record 4 lakh devotees: J&K LG calls it a miracle

Two teachers killed in Ramban flash flood as heavy rains paralyse Jammu region; exams postponed

Jammu's road rage victim, 65, remains critical; "influential" accused still at large

Pakistan resumes drone narcotics push: After recovery in Samba, Rs 2cr worth heroin seized in Kathua

Two terrorists killed, infiltrator attempt foiled on LoC in J&K's Poonch area; arms seized

Congress to sponsor education of children orphaned in Poonch by Pakistani shelling

Are top officers of Indian Armed Forces on Pak's side: Gaurav Gogoi to Defence Minister

Mehbooba urges PM Modi to replace security-first policy with dialogue in J&K

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