Regional News

After lithium, GoI to auction Kishtwar’s Sapphire mines

After discovering Lithium mines in Reasi district of Jammu division, the Government of India (GoI) is all set to auction Kishtwar’s Sapphire mines in a “scientific way”. This was stated by Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today at Kishtwar. The LG also paid obeisance at holy Shri Chandi Mata Machail shrine located near Sapphire mines. Speaking on the…

Read More »

ADC Sopore warns coaching centres

The authorities on Saturday warned coaching institutions, operating in Sopore town of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, of strict action for taking classes during school hours, thereby flouting government directives. An official said that there were several complaints against private coaching centres of taking classes during school hours in the sub-division, despite clear directives from the government. He said that following…

Read More »

Male body recovered from river Jhelum in Sopore

An unidentified male body was recovered from river Jehlum in north Kashmir’s Sopore town of Baramulla district on Friday morning, officials said. An official said that a body was recovered this morning from river Jehlum at Jamia bridge in Sopore. The body was spotted floating by locals, following which the Police was informed. “We have taken cognizance of the matter,…

Read More »

Dozen pilgrims injured in Udhampur road accident

Over a dozen Machail yatris were injured after a mini-bus on its way from Paddar to Jammu turned turtle in Udhampur on Srinagar-Jammu Highway, officials said. They said that a mini-bus (JK02AK-9277) carrying 25 pilgrims turned turtle near Batal Ballian area of Udhmpur when the driver lost control of it. At least 13 pilgrims sustained injuries and were shifted to…

Read More »

Non-local arrested for stealing pistol

Police have apprehended a suspect identified as Lokesh Kumar, hailing from Alipurdauar, West Bengal. The arrest took place at Regal Chowk during the early hours, where a joint police checkpoint was set up. The suspect was found to be in possession of a stolen pistol. “One person namely Lokesh Kumar of Alipurdauar West bengal a/p Elahibagh Soura caught with pistol…

Read More »

India deploys MiG-29 jets in Srinagar to tackle threats from enemies

India has deployed a squadron of upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets at the Srinagar air base to tackle threats from both the Pakistani and Chinese front. The Tridents squadron which is now also known as the ‘Defender of the North’ has replaced the MiG-21 squadron at the Srinagar air base which has traditionally been responsible for taking care of the threat…

Read More »

No restrictions, internet blockade on I-Day in Kashmir: Div Com

Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Saturday said there won’t be any restrictions on the eve of Independence Day in Kashmir while the internet and facilities will also function smoothly. Addressing a news conference, Bidhuri said that all the arrangements have been finalized to ensure smooth conduct of Independence Day. He added that the venue for the main event…

Read More »

Imambargah, two houses damaged in midnight blaze in Budgam

At least two residential houses and an Imam bargah were damaged in a fire incident that broke out at Woolina Ichgam area of Central Kashmir’s Budgam district. Local residents said that the fire broke out from Imam bargah and quickly spread to the other two nearby houses, resulting in damage to all three structures. He said that the the houses…

Read More »

J-K sees 59% increase in foreign tourist arrivals this year, says LG Manoj Sinha

Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Tuesday said that after a long gap foreign tourist arrivals have shown a surge as there has been 59 per cent increase in foreign guest arrivals in the UT while as negative travel advisories imposed by some countries are expected to be removed soon. Addressing the Independence Day gathering at highly fortified Bakshi…

Read More »

India has strength to shape world order, says PM Modi

New Delhi: India is at a decisive turning point and has the strength to shape the new world order that was emerging in the aftermath of the Covid pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday and assured the countrymen of a “New India” with a bright future in next five years. Addressing the nation on the 77th Independence Day,…

Read More »