Security forces engage terrorists in Kulgam’s Samnoo village

17 Nov 2023 14:40 PM IST

Another encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in the village of Samnoo, situated in the southern reaches of the Kulgam district on Thursday afternoon. According to official sources, a joint operation was launched by the Police, Army’s 34 RR, and CRPF, following specific intelligence about the presence of

Bengal tiger pair to grace Jambu Zoo soon

17 Nov 2023 14:39 PM IST

A pair of Royal Bengal tigers, the national animal of India, will soon be roaring in the Jambu Zoo. The tigers, aged nine years, are being brought from the Aringar Anna Zoological Park in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, as part of an animal exchange program. The Royal Bengal tiger is one

Improved diwali air quality in Himachal Pradesh

16 Nov 2023 12:49 PM IST

The smoke from fireworks spread the most in Una and Dharamshala, indicating an improvement in pollution levels in the state during Diwali compared to the previous year. Last year, the Air Quality Index (AQI) was at the level of 97 on Diwali, which has reduced to 92 this year. The

Security forces halt infiltration, neutralize two militants in Uri

16 Nov 2023 12:48 PM IST

In a successful operation, security forces intercepted and neutralized two militants attempting to infiltrate along the Line of Control (LoC) at Uri in Baramulla on Wednesday. The militants took advantage of low visibility and adverse weather conditions in their attempt to cross the LoC. Sources report that the soldiers engaged

Modi launches ‘Viksit Bharat,’ LG Sinha attends virtually

16 Nov 2023 12:47 PM IST

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,’ a transformative initiative, with Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha participating virtually from Raj Bhawan, Srinagar. The Sankalp Yatra kick-started from Budhal, Rajouri, and Gurez, Bandipora, in Jammu & Kashmir, witnessing the enthusiastic participation of people, Panchayati Raj institutions,

Una attack suspects linked to gangs, police express concern

16 Nov 2023 12:47 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh police have expressed concerns about the possible connection of the accused involved in the attack on a liquor businessman in Una with gangsters. In an incident in Ghaluwal, Una, unknown individuals attacked a liquor trader. The police have arrested two individuals in connection with the case, and

Doda bus tragedy: 36 dead, many injured

16 Nov 2023 12:45 PM IST

In a tragic incident, a bus accident occurred in the Baggar area of Trungal, Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, around noon on Wednesday. An uncontrolled bus plunged into a 300-foot-deep gorge, resulting in the unfortunate loss of nearly 36 lives and leaving several others injured. The bus, en route from

Samba police thwart attempted rape, arrests fake colonel

15 Nov 2023 14:11 PM IST

Samba Police, under the vigilant leadership of Senior Superintendent of Police Benam Tosh, achieved a significant breakthrough by apprehending a fake Army Colonel attempting to commit rape on a girl within the jurisdiction of Police Station Vijaypur. The arrested individual is identified as Sham Lal, son of Shanker Dass, residing

Jammu police nabs culprits, resolves jewellery heist swiftly

15 Nov 2023 14:10 PM IST

In a remarkable feat, the Jammu Police successfully cracked a jewellery shop theft case within a mere 12 hours, leading to the arrest of two notorious thieves responsible for looting gold and silver ornaments worth Rs 80 lakhs on the night of Diwali. Dr Vinod Kumar IPS, SSP Jammu, announced

Five gamblers apprehended in Awantipora, stake money seized

15 Nov 2023 14:07 PM IST

In a decisive move against social crimes, the Awantipora Police have apprehended five individuals involved in gambling activities, with the confiscation of stake money. Acting on precise information about gambling operations in Pampore, a police team from the Pampore Police Station conducted a targeted raid, resulting in the immediate arrest

NIA attaches properties of Lashkar terrorists in Pulwama

15 Nov 2023 14:06 PM IST

In a resolute crackdown on terrorists and their sympathizers in Jammu and Kashmir, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has seized eight properties owned by active terrorists in the Pulwama district of South Kashmir. According to official sources, the NIA, acting on the directives of the Special NIA court, has attached

Baramulla Police Spearheads Drug Awareness Program to Safeguard Youth

14 Nov 2023 14:42 PM IST

In an ongoing commitment to tackle the escalating issue of drug abuse among the youth, Baramulla Police organized a comprehensive awareness program at Panchayat Ghar Wussan Pattan. The initiative targeted the general public, including students, youths, citizens, and PRIs, aiming to impart crucial knowledge about the perils of drug abuse,