SRINAGAR — Cold wave tightened its grip on the Kashmir Valley as the Meteorological (MeT) office on Wednesday forecast light snowfall and rain in Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours. A MeT department statement said, “Two western Disturbances (WD) are passing over J&K in quick succession from 1st January onwards. On 1-2nd Jan […]
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Katra ropeway row: 18 people detained by police during protests released
JAMMU — Eighteen people detained by the police during protests against the ropeway project in Katra, the base camp of the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, were released, sparking overnight celebrations in the holy town. The Jammu and Kashmir administration announced the release of the detainees on Tuesday night and constituted a four-member committee to hold […]
J&K holds first assembly polls since Article 370 repeal, gets elected govt after six years in 2024
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir got an elected government after six years in 2024 but statehood remained elusive as a hybrid model of governance kept hampering full restoration of democratic rule. The assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir — held after a gap of 10 years — had many firsts associated with them. The polls […]
14 foreign terrorists killed, 13 terror modules busted in Jammu region in 2024: Police
JAMMU — Fourteen foreign terrorists were killed and 13 terror modules were busted in the Jammu region while action has been taken against 827 individuals for their involvement in anti-national activities in 2024, a police spokesperson said. Police detained 180 persons under the Public Safety Act (PSA), higher than the 168 detainees in 2023. “In […]
Security forces conduct mock drill at Qazigund railway station
SRINAGAR — Security forces on Tuesday conducted a mock drill at Qazigund railway station in South Kashmir to assess the emergency response mechanism and preparedness to handle critical situations like terror attacks. “Police along with CAPF, RPF, Fire and Emergency service in Kulgam conducted a mock drill exercise at Railway Station Qazigund today to assess […]
Katra protests: J&K Congress seeks immediate release of detained leaders
JAMMU — The Congress on Tuesday criticised the authorities for adopting “repressive measures” to handle the protests in Katra, the base camp of Mata Vaishno Devi, and sought the immediate intervention of the lieutenant governor to secure the release of detained leaders. The party emphasised the need to create a conducive atmosphere for dialogue. The […]
Speaker Assembly reviews arrangements for training programme of newly elected MLAs
JAMMU (KIMS) — Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather today convened a meeting with senior officers of Information, floriculture and State Motor Garage Departments to review and finalize the necessary arrangements for smooth conducting of three days training programme for newly elected MLAs of Union Territory of Jammu […]
50 eligible candidates finalized for Super 75 HLG Scholarship Scheme
JAMMU — In a significant move towards empowering youth from marginalized sections, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mission Youth has announced the finalization of the list of 50 eligible candidates under the Super 75 HLG Scholarship Scheme for the academic year 2023-24. The final selection comes after a thorough process that saw a total […]
Mughal Road stretch from Bufliaz to Pir Ki Gali handed over to BRO by PWD
POONCH (KIMS) — In a significant step towards enhancing road connectivity, the Mughal Road stretch from Bufliaz to Pir Ki Gali has been handed over to the Border Roads Organization (BRO) by the Public Works Department (PWD). The transition was facilitated with the efforts of District Development Commissioner Vikas Kundal, and was completed with all […]
Kashmiri Pandits integral part of our culture: Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary
JAMMU (KIMS) — Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today reaffirmed that Kashmiri Pandits (KPs) are an integral part of the cultural and social fabric of Jammu and Kashmir and government is committed towards their dignified rehabilitation. The Deputy CM made these remarks while addressing a function on the side lines of his visit to Jagti […]










