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2018 Kathua rape-murder: HC dismisses mastermind’s plea seeking suspension of life sentence
Chandigarh:The mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua does not deserve the “concession of suspension of sentence at this stage”, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has said while dismissing a plea from former temple caretaker Sanji Ram.Ram, who was caretaker of the ‘devasthanam’ (temple)…
Read More »CIK Busts Sophisticated International Cyber Fraud Racket; Transactions in Crores; 7 Suspects Apprehended
Srinagar, March 19 : In a major success, Counter Intelligence Kashmir busted a highly sophisticated international cyber fraud racket and arrested seven suspects in Srinagar. An official told that CIK-CID received various technical and credible inputs, regarding the functioning of covert call centres engaged in fraudulent online activities targeting…
Read More »Cabinet approves scheme on ‘Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme for the period FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31’
18 MAR 2026 New Delhi : The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the ‘Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme for the period FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31’ with an outlay of Rs.2584.60 crore for installation of Small Hydro Power (SHP) Projects of an…
Read More »LPG supply disruptions amid West Asia tensions may strain power sector in J&K
JAMMU, Mar 17: Escalating tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran in West Asia have begun to cast a shadow on India’s energy security, with potential ripple effects on both LPG availability and the power sector, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir. According to a former officer of…
Read More »Valley markets witness shoppers’ surge ahead of Eid
Srinagar: With just three days left for Eid-ul-Fitr, markets in Srinagar and other Valley towns are buzzing with activity, with people thronging shopping districts to buy new apparel and delectables for the festive occasion.Readymade garment shops, bakeries, fruit stalls, and meat and diary product vends are witnessing a surge of…
Read More »Postal Dept launches 24- and 48-hour premium delivery services
New Delhi: The Department of Posts on Tuesday rolled out three premium services, with 24-hour and 48-hour delivery guarantees for urgent and time-sensitive consignments.The services — 24 Speed Post, 24 Speed Post Parcel, and 48 Speed Post — were launched by Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.Initially, these services are being rolled…
Read More »1.60 lakh additions in annual voter roll revision, 67,690 entries deleted
Jammu: More than 1.60 lakh voters were added to the electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir during the recent special summary revision (SSR), while 67,690 names were deleted and 2.29 lakh corrections carried out, according to official data.Jammu district recorded the highest number of deletions, which included “duplicate” and “shifted”…
Read More »Government Expands Youth Skill Development Through NSS, Skill India Mission and NEP Initiatives
16 MAR 2026 New Delhi :The National Service Scheme (NSS) of Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports conducts training programmes such as “Effective Leadership Programme” for volunteers, focusing on public speaking, professional ethics, and social responsibility. During 7-day special camps, senior volunteers or external experts mentor participants on specific themes…
Read More »Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden Opens in Srinagar, Heralding Spring in Kashmir
Srinagar: Marking the arrival of spring in Kashmir, Asia’s largest Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden was opened to the public on Monday, ushering in the Valley’s much-awaited tourism season. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the iconic garden located at the foothills of the Zabarwan mountain range in Srinagar. The garden,…
Read More »LG Sinha hands over 50 jobs to kin of terror victims ahead of Eid
Srinagar, Mar 15: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over appointment letters to the next of kin of 50 terror victims under the compassionate appointment scheme, describing the initiative as a step aimed at helping affected families rebuild their lives. The appointment letters were distributed…
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Mehbooba Admits Viral Video Is Genuine, Expresses Regret Over Remark
Srinagar, July 28: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday expressed …
