SRINAGAR — The proceeds of the narcotics trade are being used by militant handlers in Pakistan to replenish their depleting funds, caused by a crackdown on “hawala” channels, to fuel militancy in Jammu and Kashmir, the top cop of the Union Territory said here on Sunday. “Narcotics are turning out to be a main source […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — On September 19, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Srinagar, engaging with local residents and meeting several dignitaries. The visit aimed to strengthen community ties and discuss various developmental initiatives. Among those who had the honor of meeting the Prime Minister was Uzair Ahmad Dahal, State Executive Member of the Bharatiya Janata […]
JAMMU — A 35-year-old Pakistani intruder was arrested by Indian army troops guarding the Line of Control in Mendhar sector of Poonch district on Sunday, security officials said. The intruder was intercepted and taken into custody by the troops when he tried to sneak into this side from across the border in the early hours […]
RAMBAN — Police have recovered skeleton of a missing person in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban. The police suspect that he was killed in a terrorist attack. “A missing report was filed in the Batote Police Station on 13th August. The police team and civilians together searched for 24 days but nothing was found. Yesterday evening, […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Police chief R R Swain Saturday hailed the rescue efforts by locals in Budgam where a bus carrying BSF personnel on election duty fell into a gorge, leaving three dead and 33 injured. Swain, the Director General of Police (DGP) of J&K, visited Brell village of Waterhail in central Kashmir’s […]
PAMPORE — In Kashmir Valley, saffron has long been more than just a crop; it is a symbol of heritage and a vital source of income for local farmers. But its farming is grappling with significant sustainability and livelihood issues, highlighting the urgent need for suitable technologies to combat global warming. As global temperatures rise, […]
PULWAMA — In a significant achievement, Cyber Cell of Jammu and Kashmir Police saved ₹85,799/- after receiving a complaint regarding online financial fraud in Pulwama. Cyber Cell of J&K Police Pulwama received a distress call from Rafiq Ahmad Kumar, a resident of Lajurah Pulwama, reported being defrauded of ₹96,000 in an online scam. Acting swiftly, […]
SRINAGAR — Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday said he continues to be under house arrest, preventing him from going to Jamia Masjid for the third consecutive Friday to deliver the sermon and offer prayers, news agency KNS reported. Mirwaiz said that it is strange that while the head of the government claims that he is […]
JAMMU — An Army soldier was killed while as six others were injured after their vehicle met with an accident near in Kathua district on Friday. Officials told GNS that the army vehicle skidded off the road and rolled down into gorge at Sukrala Mata Ashram road, resulting in the death of an army soldier […]
NEW DELHI — The “most significant” terrorism threat faced by India appears to be from the ISIS or Al-Qaeda-linked groups that are active in and around Jammu and Kashmir, the FATF said on Thursday in its report for the country on combatting money-laundering and terror-financing crimes. The 368-page report also made a mention of the […]