Diwali returns to Sharda Devi temple TEETWAL after 75 years

14 Nov 2023 14:42 PM IST

The Teetwal hamlet in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district radiated with the glow of earthen lamps as Diwali marked its joyous return to the Mata Sharda Devi temple after 75 years, according to the organizers of the event. The temple, situated in the area along the Line of Control (LoC),

JJM transforms lives: Twin villages welcome first tap water

14 Nov 2023 14:41 PM IST

In a landmark endeavour aimed at enhancing the well-being of its residents, Kashpot and Kilshay villages of Tulail have received piped water supply for the first time in 76 years, thanks to the successful implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). Situated near the Line of Control (LoC) in the

Police seizes illegally acquired property of notorious drug peddler

14 Nov 2023 14:40 PM IST

In a decisive move against drug peddlers, the Awantipora Police has attached a double-storied residential house valued at approximately twelve lacs, belonging to the notorious drug peddler Bakhtawar Ahmad Makroo. Makroo, son of Late Ab Rehman Makroo, is a resident of Gulzarpora, Awantipora. This action was taken under section 68-F

Former minister Ajatshatru Singh discusses historic Kashmir transition

14 Nov 2023 14:22 PM IST

Sh. Ajatshatru Singh, Former Minister and Senior BJP Leader, along with Smt. Ritu Singh, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan. During the meeting, Sh. Ajatshatru Singh briefed the Lt Governor about his recent visit to the United Kingdom, where he participated in the commemoration of Accession

IT secretary UT Ladakh reviews key projects virtually

11 Nov 2023 13:38 PM IST

To ensure the continuous advancement of technological initiatives, the Administrative Secretary of Information Technology for Union Territory Ladakh, Amit Sharma presided over a virtual progress review meeting of the ongoing major projects. The review meeting centred around the ongoing major projects, with a particular emphasis on the Ladakh State Data

BRO clarifies amid controversy over Amarnath ji cave access

11 Nov 2023 13:36 PM IST

In response to recent controversy and comments made by certain political figures, the Border Roads Organization (BRO) has released a clarification statement. Reports in print and social media attributed statements to BRO, suggesting that yatris visiting the Shri Amarnath Ji holy cave would soon have access through a vehicular road.

Winter’s first snowfall blankets Gulmarg and upper Jammu Kashmir

11 Nov 2023 13:35 PM IST

Gulmarg, the globally acclaimed tourist haven nestled in the heart of Jammu and Kashmir, has ushered in the winter season with its inaugural snowfall. The higher reaches of the Kashmir Valley, including iconic locales such as Peer Ki Gali, Zojila, and Gulmarg, have been adorned with a fresh blanket of

Drug peddler arrested in Ganderbal; contraband substance recovered

11 Nov 2023 13:34 PM IST

Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from society, police have arrested a drug peddler in Ganderbal and recovered contraband substances from his possession. A police party led by the incharge Police Post Shadipora under the supervision of DySP Hqrs Ganderbal during routine naka checking near Sumbal Bridge

SIA raids key accused’s residence near LoC

11 Nov 2023 13:33 PM IST

Special Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir Police executed a search operation on Friday at the residence of a key accused in a narco-terror module case. The accused, Mohammad Iqbal, who was apprehended in October from Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, was taken to his residence in Karmara, a hamlet

Tourists Rescued as Fire Erupts at Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir

11 Nov 2023 12:04 PM IST

A fire broke out at Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar District, leading to the rescue of tourists as multiple houseboats and huts were gutted in the blaze. The incident occurred at 5:15 am on Saturday, with 5-8 houseboats and huts affected. Station House Officer Fire Service, Farooq Ahmad,

J&K: NHAI Allocates Rs 371 Crore for Flyover to Sidestep Sinking NH44 in Ramban

10 Nov 2023 17:46 PM IST

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is undertaking the construction of a 2.200-kilometer-long Dhalwas NH44 flyover, costing Rs 371 crore, to bypass the sinking stretch in Ramban. The flyover aims to address the persistent sinking area caused by a massive landslide in Dhalwas on March 28, 2020. The landslide

BSF retaliates: Two Pakistani Rangers killed in response

10 Nov 2023 14:42 PM IST

Tensions flared along the International Border as the Border Security Force (BSF) retaliated with precision, resulting in the death of two Pakistani Rangers in the Sabz Peer Sector. The swift response followed an unprovoked firing incident initiated by Pakistan Rangers in the Ramgarh sector of Jammu and Kashmir, claiming the