Jammu and Kashmir

They Offered Help, Then Stole Savings: Interstate ATM Fraud Gang Busted in J&K's Banihal Area

Banihal Police have busted an interstate ATM card-swapping racket by arresting three Uttar Pradesh residents from Leh, Ladakh. The accused allegedly targeted elderly and illiterate ATM users by posing as helpers, swapping debit cards, and withdrawing money from victims' bank accounts. Police are probing their involvement in similar frauds across the region.

15 days ago

Scam-Tainted J&K Cricket Body Plunges Deeper into Crisis as Rival Factions Battle for Control

The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association, long marred by scams and infighting, faces a fresh leadership crisis as rival factions issue conflicting decisions over President Javid Ahmad Kitab's suspension and reinstatement.

15 days ago

Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti Trade Charges Over Alleged Backdoor Appointments in J&K

A political showdown erupted in J&K as Chief Minister Omar Abdullah rejected PDP president Mehbooba Mufti's allegation that his government made 25,000 backdoor appointments. Omar challenged Mehbooba to produce evidence, accused the PDP-BJP regime of carrying out large-scale illegal recruitments, and claimed data on those appointments would soon be made public.

16 days ago

J&K Congress Crisis: AICC Fact-Finding Panel Completes Inquiry, Report Awaited

The fact-finding committee constituted by AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge to investigate allegations of factionalism, indiscipline, and anti-party activities in the J&K Congress has completed its three-day exercise in Srinagar and returned to New Delhi. The panel interacted with over 70 party leaders from across the Union Territory and is expected to submit its report to the Congress high command shortly.

17 days ago

Ladakh Groups Warn Centre Against Delays After Successful Bandh, To Chart Next Course Next Week

Buoyed by the success of a territory-wide bandh, the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have cautioned the Union Government against delaying the implementation of decisions reached during the May 22 talks.

17 days ago

Vaishno Devi Yatra Crosses 50 Lakh Pilgrims Before June Ends, Records Sharp Surge in Footfall

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine has crossed the milestone of 50 lakh pilgrims before the end of June, with more than 51 lakh devotees visiting the cave shrine by June 23. The figure marks an increase of 10.86 lakh pilgrims compared to the same period last year, reflecting a sharp rise in footfall and growing enthusiasm among devotees.

17 days ago

Ghost Works Scam: Seven Booked for Embezzling Funds Worth Crores Through Non-Existent Works in J&K

The Anti-Corruption Bureau of J&K has charge-sheeted seven individuals, including former Rural Development Department officials and a contractor, in connection with an alleged embezzlement of government funds in Kupwara's Lolab area. Investigations revealed that payments were released for developmental works that either existed only on paper or were executed in violation of norms.

17 days ago

Shia Muslim mourners join Muharram procession in J&K's Srinagar

Hundreds of Shia Muslim mourners participated in the Muharram procession in Srinagar on Wednesday, with authorities ensuring elaborate security and traffic arrangements for its peaceful conduct. Mourners commemorated the martyrdom of Imam Hussain through chest-beating rituals, elegies, and prayers.

18 days ago

BJP Renews Demand for Probe into Dr Mookerjee's 1953 Death, Seeks Declassification of Historical Records

On the 72nd death anniversary of Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, senior BJP leaders, including Tarun Chugh and Suvendu Adhikari, renewed their demand for a fresh inquiry into his 1953 custodial death in Srinagar. The party also called for the declassification of official records related to both Mookerjee's arrest and death.

18 days ago

Amarnath Yatra: DGP Orders Enhanced Security on Highway, Rail Network; QR Verification System Launched

With just two weeks left for the commencement of the Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2026, J&K DGP Nalin Prabhat has directed security agencies to strengthen surveillance and security arrangements along the pilgrimage route, National Highway, and railway infrastructure. During a high-level security review meeting in Srinagar, he emphasized strict adherence to SOPs, intensified anti-terror operations, and enhanced coordination among agencies.

18 days ago

Ladakh Groups Call Bandh Today, Accuse Centre of Backtracking on May 22 Consensus

The Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have called for a complete shutdown across Ladakh on June 23, alleging that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Union Territory administration are delaying the implementation of commitments made during the May 22 meeting in New Delhi.

19 days ago

PMAY holds key to affordable housing for millions

Genuine Homeless Families Left Out of PMAY-G, J&K Govt Orders Immediate Rectification

The J&K government has ordered an immediate review of the PMAY-G 2.0 beneficiary list following complaints that several deserving rural families were wrongly excluded from the housing scheme. The Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department has directed field officers to identify and rectify such cases, warning that officials responsible for negligence or improper verification will be held accountable.

19 days ago

Jammu Youth Emerging as 'Supari Killers': Chandigarh Murder Case Exposes Alarming Organised Crime Trend

Security agencies have expressed concern that the emergence of "Supari killers" from rural Jammu could strengthen organised crime networks and potentially make vulnerable youths susceptible to exploitation by anti-national elements.

20 days ago

Pacemaker Scam in Kashmir: Cardiologist Suspended as Probe Flags Unnecessary Heart Procedures on Healthy Patients

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has suspended cardiologist Dr. Syed Maqbool Ahmad Shah pending an inquiry into allegations of fraudulent PMJAY-SEHAT insurance claims, unnecessary cardiac procedures, patient exploitation, and manipulation of medical records at GMC Anantnag.

22 days ago

Re-NEET 2026: Rajasthan deploys jammers, CCTV at 577 centres; 2.09 lakh to appear

NEET-UG re-test: J&K tightens security, Rajasthan deploys jammers and CCTV at 577 centres for 2.09 lakh candidates

Extensive security arrangements have been put in place across Jammu and Kashmir for the NEET-UG 2026 re-test scheduled on June 21, with authorities deploying surveillance systems, CCTV monitoring and decentralised exam centres to ensure a fair examination process.

22 days ago

Forest Department Employee Among Five Arrested in Terror Network Crackdown in J&K

In a significant anti-terror operation ahead of the Shri Amarnath Yatra, security forces arrested five individuals in Kishtwar and Shopian districts of Jammu and Kashmir. Among those held is a Forest Department employee accused of facilitating terrorist activities, while three youths missing since May 31 were apprehended in Shopian with explosives, ammunition, and other incriminating material.

23 days ago

J&K's Bandipora Woman Delivers Baby on Roadside After Hospital Discharge, Probe Sought

A woman in J&K's Bandipora district allegedly gave birth on a roadside within 30 minutes of being discharged from a government hospital, triggering public outrage and demands for an inquiry into possible medical negligence. The incident comes amid an ongoing high-level investigation into the death of a pregnant woman at GMC Rajouri, further raising concerns about maternal healthcare services in the Union Territory.

23 days ago

Akshay Kumar gets VVIP treatment, arrives in helicopter to offer prayers at Vaishno Devi Shrine

Akshay Kumar visited the sacred Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district ahead of the release of his upcoming film Welcome To The Jungle. Arriving by special helicopter, the actor travelled to the shrine via Katra, offered prayers at the cave shrine and later visited the Bhairavnath temple

23 days ago

Indian Army Repatriates Pakistani Youth Who Inadvertently Crossed LoC in Kashmir's Kupwara

The Indian Army on Friday repatriated a Pakistani national, Asad Khan, who had inadvertently crossed the Line of Control into Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district on June 12. After completing legal formalities, Khan was handed over to Pakistan Army officials at the Aman Setu in Teetwal. The Army described the move as a reflection of its commitment to humanitarian values and military professionalism.

23 days ago

Religious Conversion Row Sparks Tension in Ladakh; Eight Detained, Local Christian Community Distances Itself

Tension gripped parts of Ladakh after the Youth Wing of the Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) alleged that a group of non-local individuals was involved in religious conversion-related activities in remote areas of the Union Territory. Acting on intelligence inputs, Leh Police detained eight persons and registered an FIR, launching a probe into the alleged operation.

24 days ago

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Jammu and Kashmir

They Offered Help, Then Stole Savings: Interstate ATM Fraud Gang Busted in J&K's Banihal Area

Scam-Tainted J&K Cricket Body Plunges Deeper into Crisis as Rival Factions Battle for Control

Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti Trade Charges Over Alleged Backdoor Appointments in J&K

J&K Congress Crisis: AICC Fact-Finding Panel Completes Inquiry, Report Awaited

Ladakh Groups Warn Centre Against Delays After Successful Bandh, To Chart Next Course Next Week

Vaishno Devi Yatra Crosses 50 Lakh Pilgrims Before June Ends, Records Sharp Surge in Footfall

Ghost Works Scam: Seven Booked for Embezzling Funds Worth Crores Through Non-Existent Works in J&K

Shia Muslim mourners join Muharram procession in J&K's Srinagar

BJP Renews Demand for Probe into Dr Mookerjee's 1953 Death, Seeks Declassification of Historical Records

Amarnath Yatra: DGP Orders Enhanced Security on Highway, Rail Network; QR Verification System Launched

Ladakh Groups Call Bandh Today, Accuse Centre of Backtracking on May 22 Consensus

Genuine Homeless Families Left Out of PMAY-G, J&K Govt Orders Immediate Rectification

Jammu Youth Emerging as 'Supari Killers': Chandigarh Murder Case Exposes Alarming Organised Crime Trend

Pacemaker Scam in Kashmir: Cardiologist Suspended as Probe Flags Unnecessary Heart Procedures on Healthy Patients

NEET-UG re-test: J&K tightens security, Rajasthan deploys jammers and CCTV at 577 centres for 2.09 lakh candidates

Forest Department Employee Among Five Arrested in Terror Network Crackdown in J&K

J&K's Bandipora Woman Delivers Baby on Roadside After Hospital Discharge, Probe Sought

Akshay Kumar gets VVIP treatment, arrives in helicopter to offer prayers at Vaishno Devi Shrine

Indian Army Repatriates Pakistani Youth Who Inadvertently Crossed LoC in Kashmir's Kupwara

Religious Conversion Row Sparks Tension in Ladakh; Eight Detained, Local Christian Community Distances Itself

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