ISLAMABAD — Senior U.S. and Iranian leaders were in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Saturday for negotiations to end their six-week-old war, although Tehran threw the talks into doubt by saying they could not begin without commitments on Lebanon and sanctions. The U.S. delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance and including President Donald Trump’s […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Conference President and Handwara MLA Sajad Gani Lone on Wednesday accused the BJP, National Conference (NC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of colluding in “match-fixing” during the Rajya Sabha elections. Recalling his experience from the 2015 Rajya Sabha polls, Lone said, “I remember in 2015 I cast my […]
NEW DELHI — Delhi Capitals bowler Lungi Ngidi was rushed to hospital after sustaining a head injury during an Indian Premier League game on Saturday, but the South African is stable and will soon be discharged, organisers said. Chasing a skier offered by Punjab Kings batter Priyank Arya, Ngidi back-pedalled from his mid-off position but […]
SRINAGAR — There was some respite from the cold conditions in Kashmir on Saturday as the minimum temperature rose across the valley but continued to settle below the freezing point, officials said. The night temperature across Kashmir improved last night, even as the weather stations in the valley continued to experience sub-zero nights, they said. […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a drug peddler in Srinagar on Saturday and recovered contraband substance from his possession. “During a routine naka checking at Malkha Chowk, Nowhatta, a suspicious person was intercepted by a team of Police Station Nowhatta. During search, approximately 3.370 kilograms of charas powder-like substance and 20 grams […]
JAMMU — One person was killed and another injured when a vehicle they were travelling in met with an accident in Reasi district on Saturday. Official sources told GNS that an Eeco vehicle (JK20B 2493), on way from Tharal towards Shikari, skidded off the road and rolled about 200-feet off the road/embankment in Mahore area […]
SRINAGAR [Farhan Kitab] (KIMS) — In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity and support, BJP District President Srinagar, Ashok Bhat, visited Lati Mohalla Dal Lake today to offer condolences to the bereaved family of Nazir Ahmad Sofi. The visit reflects the party’s commitment to standing by the community during times of grief. During his visit, Ashok […]
ISLAMABAD — Less than two weeks after his “final call” protest in Islamabad was forcefully dispersed, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has pledged to continue his fight, threatening to launch a nationwide civil disobedience movement. In a message posted on X, Khan, who has been imprisoned since August 2023 on numerous charges, announced the […]
KOLKATA — West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday expressed dissatisfaction with the functioning of the opposition INDIA bloc, signaling her intent to take charge of the alliance if given the opportunity. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo said she could manage the dual responsibility of running the opposition front while continuing her role as […]
SRINAGAR [Farhan Kitab] (KIMS) — In the wake of a devastating fire that swept through the Khanayar area of Srinagar, social political activist Sabiya Bano has stepped forward to demand immediate relief and rehabilitation for the affected families. The fire, which occurred on yesterday, has left numerous households in despair, and Bano is urging local […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said his government is working towards fulfilling the promises made to the people with a steadfast commitment to preserving the distinct identity of the region. Abdullah, who is the vice president of the National Conference, made these comments while chairing a working committee meeting […]
NEW DELHI — The residents of border district of Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are reaping the benefits of Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya JanAushadhi Pariyojana (PM-BJP). The Jan Aushadhi Kendras launched under the scheme have been instrumental in helping people save money on medicines and life-saving drugs, across the country. Poonch is no exception. The […]
ADELAIDE — Batting great Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his disappointment with the Indian bowlers’ lack of success with the pink ball on the opening day of the second Test against Australia here, saying they ought to have done better. Australia were comfortably placed at 86 for one at stumps after bowling out India for 180 […]
