Jammu and Kashmir

Four BSF troopers killed in Pakistan firing on Jammu and Kashmir border

The Pakistan ceasefire violation has happened days before the annual 'Urs' (festival) at the Baba Chamliyal shrine in the Ramgarh Sector. The Urs festival is scheduled for June 28.

Jun 13, 2018

Militant attack in Pulwama leaves two policemen dead

Militants attacked police guards at Pulwama's Court Complex and escaped with service rifles. The attack has left two dead and one injured.

Jun 12, 2018

Cardiac patients in remote villages of Kashmir get lifeline through WhatsApp

The doctors posted in remote areas of Jammu and Kashmir have been saving lives of hundreds of patients under the 'Save Hearts Initiative' launched by the Directorate of Health Services last December.

Jun 11, 2018

Why are families of Kashmiri militants supporting their will to die?

The new trend picked up after the death of top Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani in 2016. His father, a school headmaster, had expressed no sorrow over his demise.

Jun 9, 2018

Weapon snatching by militants on rise in Kashmir

The weapon snatching incidents have become a headache for security establishment in Kashmir. Recently, the Jammu and Kashmir Police had blamed the overuse of mobile phones by its field personals for the rise of weapon snatching incidents.

Jun 9, 2018

After Ramzan ceasefire, politicos demand for dialogue with separatists, Pakistan

Omar Abdullah, the former Chief Minster and opposition leader said that, Ramadan ceasefire should be followed by talks with Hurriyat and other stakeholders in the State.

Jun 8, 2018

Home Minister Rajnath Singh in Kashmir amid expectations of Ramadan ceasefire extension

The government announced a unilateral ceasefire in Kashmir on May 16 in wake of Holy month of Ramadan. Media reports suggest that at least 50 people have been injured in 15 grenade attacks since the ceasefire began.

Jun 8, 2018

This is why Mehbooba's amnesty to stone-pelters in Kashmir has been challenged by central govt

In November last year, Mehbooba Mufti, the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, had announced the withdrawal of cases against the youths of Kashmir involved in stone-pelting incidents for the first time.

Jun 7, 2018

Viral video of CRPF van mowing down youth may send jolts to Ramzan ceasefire in Kashmir

Qaiser Amin Bhat succumbed to his injuries at Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) on Saturday. His body was brought to downtown Srinagar for funeral triggering a fresh wave of stone pelting and sloganeering in the area.

Jun 2, 2018

Nod given to procure thermal imaging system for Armed Forces' night fighting efficiency

The thermal imaging night sights would be procured through established Indian vendors, a statement from the Defence Ministry said.

May 28, 2018

Infiltration bid foiled, 4 militants killed in Kashmir

The army had recently foiled another infiltration bid on the LoC in Keran sector of the same district.

May 26, 2018

MEA summons Pakistan envoy over death of infant in cross-border firing

Pakistan's Deputy High Commissioner Syed Haider Shah was summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs over an infant's death at Arnia sector near the Line of Control on May 21, 2018.

May 24, 2018

40,000 border residents in J&K migrate amid warlike situation

Areas like R.S. Pura, Arnia, Ramgarh and other sectors close to the international border (IB) are seeing several residents migrating to other regions.

May 23, 2018

Pakistan used thermal camouflage suits to deceive Indian troops along border: Reports

As the Indian Army uses 'Hand Held Thermal Imagers' (HHTI) to monitor the movements of the enemy forces, the Pakistani Rangers' new tactic has made Indian troops vulnerable to getting hit as it becomes difficult to observe the presence of the enemy closely.

May 22, 2018

Security beefed up ahead of PM Modi's two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir

Extra security forces along with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Indian army personnel have been deployed in various parts of the state. The prime minister's visit is scheduled just two days after the government announced a ceasefire during the month of Ramadan.

May 18, 2018

Female J&K photojournalist abused, called 'mukhbir' for doing her job; she refuses to back down

Aspiring photojournalist Masrat Zahra has been labelled as a "mukhbir" for a picture that shows her taking pictures at an "encounter" site in Jammu and Kashmir. The abusive posts went viral on social media.

May 16, 2018

J&K village girl wins over JK Rowling through heart-warming essay

Kulsum, who is a student of Haji Public School in India's northern state of Jammu and Kashmir, expressed admiration for the writer in her essay. Her teacher then posted a picture of it on Twitter, following which JK Rowling replied.

Apr 29, 2018

Abhishek Bachchan: Manmarziyan wraps up, actor pens emotional note, lashes at troll

The shoot of Manmarziyan wrapped up on Tuesday, Abhishek Bachchan had posted a picture with director Anurag Kashyap with a sweet note as a caption.

Apr 18, 2018

Missing Indian Army man 'joins' terror outfit Hizbul Mujahideen

An Indian Army personnel, missing since April 15, has reportedly joined the Pakistan-based terror outfit Hizbul Mujahideen.

Apr 16, 2018

Community bunkers in J&Ks Karmarha sector

Locals thank the government for construction of the bunkers to safeguard their lives during Pakistan shelling in this sector.

Apr 13, 2018