International

Trump says 1,000 missiles ready to strike Iran if Tehran targets US president

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said on Friday he had ordered ​the military to be prepared ‌to launch strikes against Iran if the Iranian government carried out or ​attempted an assassination of ​the president. “1000 Missiles are Locked and ⁠Loaded and aimed at the ​Islamic Republic of Iran, with ​thousands of more to immediately […]

Sports

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran passes away at 38

NEW DELHI — Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran died on Tuesday, a ​day short of his 39th birthday, ‌after reportedly undergoing treatment for a rare severe immune system disorder at a ​New Delhi hospital. “With profound grief ​and deep sorrow, the Afghanistan Cricket ⁠Board mourns the passing of ​former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran,” […]

Asia

Bangladesh removes visa requirement for Pakistani officials for 1st time since 1971

DHAKA — Holders of diplomatic and official passports from Bangladesh and Pakistan will no longer need visas to travel between the two countries, officials said on Thursday. The Advisory Council of Bangladesh’s interim administration, led by Muhammad Yunus, approved a mutual visa exemption agreement, his press secretary Shafiqul Alam told a news conference in Dhaka. […]

Kashmir

Srinagar Police Visits Families of Martyrs and Distributes Sweets on Independence Day

SRINAGAR — In a heartfelt gesture of gratitude and solidarity, Srinagar Police visited the families of the fallen Police Martyrs to mark 79th Independence Day. This meaningful initiative underscores the Jammu & Kashmir Police department’s unwavering respect for the supreme sacrifices made in the service of the Nation. Senior officers from various Police units, and […]

Editorial

Article 370 Abrogation: Kashmir growth story going steady for 6 years

By Aditya Rangroo Six years after the central government revoked Article 370 on August 5, 2019, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, the restoration of peace, influx of tourism, and large-scale developmental activities are among the major accomplishments of the government. After nearly four decades of turmoil, the valley is witnessing a changed […]

Kashmir

ARTO Kulgam Organizes Free Medical & Eye Check-Up Camp for Commercial Drivers at Laroo Stand

KULGAM — The Assistant Regional Transport Office Kulgam, in collaboration with the Health Department Kulgam, successfully organized a Medical cum Eye Check-Up Camp for commercial drivers of the district. The camp aimed to promote road safety by ensuring drivers are in good health—particularly with respect to their vision, which plays a critical role in safe […]

Kashmir

Martyrs’ Day: Restrictions in Srinagar, J&K leaders placed under house arrest; CM reacts

SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Authorities in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, imposed restrictions and denied permission to visit the Martyrs’ Graveyard in Nowhatta on the anniversary of July 13. In a post on X, Srinagar Police said the district administration has denied permission to all applicants intending to proceed towards Khawaja Bazar, Nowhatta, […]