Israel’s Gaza invasion – Day 476

Israel’s Gaza invasion – Day 476

Hamas names 4 Israeli female soldier hostages to be freed in second swap Hamas has announced the names of four Israeli female soldier hostages to be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in the second swap under the ceasefire deal in Gaza, Reuters reports. Karina Ariev, Daniela Gilboa, Naama Levy and Liri Albag, all members of a […]

15 gallantry medals among 27 awards for J&K Police on Republic Day

15 gallantry medals among 27 awards for J&K Police on Republic Day

Srinagar: Jammu & Kashmir Police personnel have been honored with 27 awards on the occasion of Republic Day 2025, including 15 Gallantry Medals, two President’s Medals for Distinguished Service, and 10 Medals for Meritorious Service.   Among the recipients are Anand Jain, Additional Director General; Nitish Kumar, CID chief and former IGP Kashmir, Vijay Kumar […]

PDP slams J-K govt for ‘forcing’ students to attend Tiranga rally

PDP slams J-K govt for ‘forcing’ students to attend Tiranga rally

SRINAGAR: The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday alleged that the Jammu and Kashmir government was using education as a “propaganda tool” by “forcing” students to attend a Tiranga rally organised by the RSS-affiliated ABVP, calling it unacceptable.   “The J&K Education Department, under the NC government, has made it mandatory for both private and […]

Want to see J&K youth among top notch entrepreneurs in the country: LG Sinha

Want to see J&K youth among top notch entrepreneurs in the country: LG Sinha

Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that the government is committed to ensure that the youth of J&K emerge as top-notch entrepreneurs in the country. Addressing BRICS Youth Council Entrepreneurship run-up event at IIM Jammu, LG Sinha, highlighted the rapid industrial progress in Jammu and Kashmir. “Over the past few years numerous industries […]

Waste management

Waste management

Recently Chief Secretary, held a meeting of Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UDD) to take stock of measures being taken up to build the capacity of Municipal Corporations including different ULBs of J&K in processing of solid and liquid waste on scientific lines.   He enjoined upon the J&K PCC to be proactive in enforcement […]

Unidentified body recovered in Pulwama’s Khrew

Unidentified body recovered in Pulwama’s Khrew

Srinagar,: An unidentified body was recovered from the Khrew area of Pampore in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Thursday, officials said.   An official said that locals spotted the body in Khrew this afternoon, following which they informed the local police.   He said the body was shifted to a hospital for identification and other […]

Cultural heritage

Cultural heritage

Recently Department of Handicrafts and Handloom Kashmir today distributed 10 Kani looms and 25 sets of specialized Namdah tools to local artisans free-of-cost, a significant initiative aimed at promoting the region’s rich cultural heritage and empowering its traditional craftsmen.   The event was held at the Handicraft block office Safakadal Srinagar and was presided over […]

India Faces Threat From Within, Not Outside: Farooq Abdullah

India Faces Threat From Within, Not Outside: Farooq Abdullah

 JAMMU, Jan 22:   Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday said that India does not face a threat from the outside but from within. He emphasised the importance of unity and countering divisive narratives to secure the nation’s future.   “The country demands sacrifice even today to save itself. India does not face […]