Jammu and Kashmir

Mehbooba Mufti's accident snowballs into political controversy; PDP alleges security lapse [details]

Denying the allegation of security lapse, the police made it clear that a team of 34 personnel has already been deployed for Mehbooba's security.

Jan 12, 2024

Strat 24: Comprehensive strategy to make J&K's Pir-Panchal free from terrorism launched [details]

The Army Commander outlines 'Strat 24' for operational focus in the year 2024 to defeat the adverse designs of adversaries and sponsored terrorists in J&K.

Jan 12, 2024

J&K cricket scam: Farooq skips appearance before ED; cites health reasons [details]

On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate issued a summon to Dr. Farooq Abdullah to appear before the agency for questioning in the scam on Thursday.

Jan 12, 2024

Tremors felt in J&K after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan [details]

The tremors were distinctly felt in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), causing a stir among the residents. The earthquake's impact was not limited to Afghanistan and J&K.

Jan 11, 2024

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as vehicle meets with accident in Anantnag [details]

Former Chief Minister and National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah demands an inquiry into Mehbooba Mufti's accident.

Jan 11, 2024

Tiffen IEDs Recovered, Terror Attack Foiled In J&K's Rajouri District [details]

After getting information about the movement of some suspects in the Manjakot area of Rajouri district, forces started a search operation and recovered IEDs from a forest area.

Jan 11, 2024

Unprecedented dry spell shrinks water bodies in Kashmir

Unprecedented dry spell amid intense cold has resulted in many water bodies hitting the bottom in Kashmir as the weather office forecast generally dry weather till January 25.

Jan 11, 2024

Another Security Breach in J&K's Highly Fortified Jail, Smartphone Recovered From Jailed LeT Terrorist [details]

Arrested in connection with the drone arms drop case, LeT terrorist Habib was coordinating terror activities from inside the highly fortified jail.

Jan 10, 2024

Administrators to take control of Panchayats in J&K amid completion of 5-year tenure of 28,000 reps

As the process of delimitation of Panchayat Halqas is going on, there is uncertainty over holding elections to establish the Panchayat Raj system in the Union Territory.

Jan 10, 2024

NIA files chargesheet against Pak-based mastermind of Dhangri terror attack in J&K's Rajouri [details]

Three Pakistan-based terrorists masterminded the Dhangri terror attack in Rajouri district of J&K in which seven innocent civilians lost their lives.

Jan 9, 2024

"Loyalists" not happy over reinducting Muzaffar Hussain Beigh into PDP [details]

Many leaders of the PDP who remained associated with the party despite all odds are not happy with allowing Muzaffar Hussain Beigh to rejoin the party.

Jan 9, 2024

Amit Shah's visit to Jammu deferred due to uncertain weather [details]

The Union Home Minister was scheduled to review the security scenario of J&K during a high-level meeting as the Pir-Panchal region of Jammu is witnessing terror attacks after repeated intervals.

Jan 8, 2024

NIA Attaches Properties of Lawrence Bishnoi Gang in Punjab, Haryana, UP [details]

Investigation revealed that terror conspiracies were masterminded from abroad, including Pakistan and Canada, or by leaders of organized terror syndicates operating from prisons across India.

Jan 7, 2024

BJP Gears Up For 2024 Elections, Nadda To Reach Jammu On Sunday [details]

After winning three Lok Sabha seats in successive elections in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, the BJP is now working to improve its tally in the coming Parliamentary elections in both the Union Territories.

Jan 6, 2024

NIA Attaches House Of Key Conspirator In Arms Dropping Case in J&K [details]

The module was involved in collecting weapons and money dropped by Pakistan-controlled drones on the borders of Jammu and Kashmir.

Jan 6, 2024

Involved in several killings, dreaded LeT terrorist Bilal Bhat eliminated by security forces [details]

The killed terrorist was involved in the killing of Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz, two migrant labourers, and a Kashmiri Pandit in different areas of South Kashmir.

Jan 5, 2024

First encounter of 2024: Terrorists escape due to darkness in J&K Kulgam district [details]

The anti-terrorist operation, which started in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Wednesday, stopped after 12 hours as there was no firing from the other side.

Jan 4, 2024

Amit Shah emphasises strengthening counter-terrorism operations In J&K [details]

The Home Minister reviewed the area domination plan of security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir to eliminate the threat of terrorism. He underlined the importance of further strengthening the local intelligence network.

Jan 2, 2024

SIA raids J&K cop's home for his involvement in terror funding case [details]

Posted in the Armed Wing of the J&K Police, the constable was allegedly involved in collecting Hawala money to distribute the same among terror outfits in different parts of the Union Territory.

Jan 2, 2024

Vehicle owners mob petrol stations in J&K resulting in chaos & dry filling stations

Long queues of motorists, two and three-wheeler owners mobbed petrol stations in J&K on Tuesday despite assurances from the authorities that there were sufficient stocks of petroleum and LPG in the union territory.

Jan 2, 2024