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J-K DGP chairs review meeting for Amarnath Yatra

Director General of Police (DGP), Jammu and Kashmir, Nalin Prabhat, chaired a high-level review meeting regarding the administrative and logistical preparations for the incoming Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) companies to be deployed for the Shri Amar... read..

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Omar Abdullah urges Centre to ensure safety of Kashmiri students in Iran after Israeli strikes

Jammu and Kashmir (J-K) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday urged External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar to ensure the safety and well-being of the Kashmiri students currently in Iran, following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.... read..

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Omar Abdullah condemns Israel's 'unjustified' strike on Iran, regrets 'silence' of Western powers

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has termed Israel's strike on Iran 'unjustified' and expressed regret over Western powers remaining silent, unlike their stance against Russia's attack on Ukraine. He added that the escalation would impact In... read..

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Indian Army conducts expedition to Tololing Top as a run up to 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas

In a tribute to the gallant soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice during the historic Battle of Tololing in the Kargil War of 1999, the Indian Army's 'Forever in Operations Division' conducted a commemorative expedition to Tololing Peak on June 11 June,... read..

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'Want women to grow, feel empowered': Meet Saffron queen Noushaba Jeelani who takes Kashmiri saffron to World

Noushaba Jeelani, popularly known as the 'Saffron Queen of Kashmir', has turned a traditional crop into a global sensation, with an aim of women's empowerment. Her saffron brand 'Noush' exports saffron in Europe and the Middle East.... read..

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J-K: Fire breaks out in Pulwama's Gusu Village

A massive fire broke out in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Friday afternoon.... read..

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"Handloom sector is identity of Kashmir..need revival": J-K Dy CM Surinder Choudhary

Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary underlined the significance of the handloom and handicraft sector of Kashmir and vowed to revive and promote it.... read..

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Our relationship with Leh and Ladakh will become stronger: J-K CM advisor Nasir Aslam Wani

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's advisor Nasir Aslam Wani on Thursday said that J-K's relationship with Leh and Ladakh will become stronger.... read..

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J-K police seize property of terrorist spreading cross-border terrorism

Jammu and Kashmir Police attached the property of a terrorist trying to spread cross-border terrorism in the Banihal area, SSP Kulbir Singh said.... read..

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"Emphasis on pushing reforms, fast tracking key projects": JK CM Omar Abdullah after review meeting

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that emphasis was laid on pushing reforms, improving service delivery, and fast tracking key projects for the welfare of the people during a review meeting on power and housing related projec... read..

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Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar and J-K CM Omar Abdullah hold review meeting on power and housing related projects in Srinagar

Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah held a meeting in Srinagar related to the power and housing projects of the state.... read..

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J-K: PDP's Mehbooba Mufti urges inqury into Gujarat plane crash

Jammu and Kashmir's People's Democratic Party chief, Mehbooba Mufti expressed sorrow and demanded a proper investigation into Thursday's plane crash which took place near Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport.... read..

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"War, terror, escalation, not solutions": CPI(M)'s Tarigami advocates for democratic process to solve conflicts

Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPI(M) MLA Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami strongly advocated for a solution to conflicts that remains rooted in "democratic processes" instead of "war and terror".... read..

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Srinagar Vande Bharat Express receives good public response, booking full for next 10 days: Railway Authority

The Vande Bharat Express operating on the newly launched Katra-Srinagar route is witnessing overwhelming demand from passengers, with bookings full for the next 10 days, according to railway authorities.... read..

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J-K: LG Manoj Sinha pays obeisance to Baba Barfani, performs 'Pratham Puja' at holy Amarnath cave

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday paid obeisance to Baba Barfani and performed the 'Pratham Puja' at the holy cave, marking the ceremonial beginning of the annual Amarnath Yatra.... read..

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J-K: Massive fire breaks out in Sonamarg forest area

A massive fire broke out in the forest area of Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Wednesday.... read..

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"Had a good darshan...": NC Chief Farooq Abdullah after visit to Maa Vaishno Devi shrine

A day after Jammu and Kashmir National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah paid obeisance at the Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra, said that he had a 'good darshan' and prayed for prosperity and brotherhood in the region.... read..

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J-K: Vishwa Hindu Parishad holds first puja on Jyeshtha Purnima ahead of Amarnath Yatra

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Wednesday performed the first puja for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra at the Tawi riverfront, marking the ceremonial beginning of preparations for the annual pilgrimage.... read..

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"Come to JK for Amarnath Yatra without fear, worries," urges BJP leader Ravinder Raina

BJP leader Ravinder Raina on Wednesday urged pilgrims to turn up in large numbers and participate in the annual Amarnath yatra without any hesitation and fears.... read..

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CPI-M delegation visits Uri to support shelling-affected residents; slams govt for inadequate compensation, neglect

A delegation of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), including the party's General Secretary MA Baby, visited Uri in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district to meet people affected by shelling by Pakistan.... read..

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"Wonderful journey...": NC Chief Farooq Abdullah returns to Srinagar from Katra in Vande Bharat

National Conference Chief Farooq Abdullah reached Srinagar on Wednesday on the Vande Bharat train after darshan at the Maa Vaishno Devi shrine and asserted that he had a 'wonderful journey.'... read..

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"We want to welcome Amarnath Yatris...Kashmiris have extended for hundreds of years": PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti calls to revive tourism in J-K

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday urged the government to help owners, shopkeepers, taxi owners, and horse owners struggling to repay bank loans after the Pahalgam terror attack has led to a decline in the number of tourists to the state.... read..

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Farooq Abdullah takes a ride in Vande Bharat from Srinagar to Katra, calls it "a huge blessing"

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah took a ride on the Vande Bharat train from Nowgam Railway Station in Srinagar to Katra.... read..

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J-K: SSP Udhampur reviews security plans for Amarnath Yatra 2025

A high-level security meeting chaired by SSP Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpure, IPS, was held on Tuesday to review preparations and strategise for the smooth conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, 2025, officials said.... read..

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"Historic moment": J-K Minister Satish Sharma as he takes ride in Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat

Jammu and Kashmir Minister Satish Sharma on Tuesday took a ride in the newly flagged off Vande Bharat train from Srinagar to Katra.... read..

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TAAI launches "Rally for Valley" campaign to revive tourism in Jammu and Kashmir

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) has initiated a campaign called "Rally for Valley" to promote tourism in Jammu and Kashmir after the terror attack in Pahalgam. The association aims to showcase the region as a safe destination and support the... read..

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"I had tears in my eyes... biggest gift for J-K": Farooq Abdullah as he travels on Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said that the Vande Bharat trains on the USBRL route (Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link) is the "biggest gift" for the people of Jammu and Kashmir as it connects the territory with... read..

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J-K LG inaugurates CCTV surveillance system with integrated command & control centre at Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated "CCTV Surveillance System with Integrated Command & Control Centre" at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine... read..

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Jammu and Kashmir: Forest fire erupts in Udhampur's Kaldi

A massive fire broke out in the Kaldi forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's (J-K) Udhampur on Monday afternoon, officials said.... read..

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J-K: Indian Army organise Gujjar-Bakerwal Mela in Anantnag

The Indian Army with support from an NGO, M3M Foundation, organised the Gujjar-Bakerwal Mela at Aishmuqam in South Kashmir's Anantnag district, aimed at supporting the nomadic community ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra.... read..

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J-K: LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates Nutraj nuts & dry fruit processing plant at Samba

Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday inaugurated the Nutraj's state-of-the-art flagship nuts & dryfruit processing plant at Samba and said that the cutting-edge industrial unit will drive J&K UT's growth and aspirations and... read..

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J-K: LG Sinha inaugurates Kathua Waterfront, calls it "landmark in urban rejuvenation"

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the Kathua Waterfront, a transformative urban rejuvenation project, on Sunday, dedicating it to the people of Kathua as a space for recreation, wellness, and community engagement.... read..

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J-K: Forest fire erupts in Reasi, authorities bring it under control

A fire broke out in the forest area of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday, triggering swift action from local authorities.... read..

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JKNC MP Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi pays tribute at 129th Urs of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA)

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) MP Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi on Sunday paid tributes at the 129th Urs of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA) and highlighted the saint's message of unity and spiritual wisdom.... read..

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One month of Op Sindoor: Life returning to normal, have not forgotten that terrible dream, says Poonch resident

As Operation Sindoor, launched by Indian armed forces in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, marked one month on Saturday, people living near the Indo-Pakistan border in Poonch district said that life is slowly returning to normal after the ceasef... read..

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J-K: LG Sinha inaugurates Rs 1,240 cr industrial unit, accuses Pak of trying to destabilise economy

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Pakistan, accusing the neighboring country of attempting to "destabilise Jammu and Kashmir's economy, divide people on religious lines, and damage its tourism sector... read..

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"Life returning to normal, have not forgotten that terrible dream...": Poonch resident as Op Sindoor marks one month

As Operation Sindoor, launched by Indian armed forces in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, marks one month on Sunday, people living near the Indo-Pakistan border in Poonch district said that life is slowly returning to normal after the ceasefire... read..

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J-K: Balnoi Battalion and BSF hold ceremonial uniform change at temple honouring Captain Satish Khera

The Balnoi Battalion of the Indian Army, along with the Border Security Force (BSF), conducted a ceremonial change of uniform on Sunday at the temple dedicated to Captain Satish Khera, commemorating his birth anniversary at the Khera Complex in Poonch, Ja... read..

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Dhunseri Poly Films breaks ground for Rs 1,240 crore plant in J-K's Kathua

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday laid the foundation stone for an industrial unit of Dhunseri Poly films Pvt Ltd at Kathua.... read..

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J-K: PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti, Iltija Mufti offer namaz on occasion of Eid al-Adha in Srinagar

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and her daughter Iltija Mufti offered Namaz in Srinagar on Saturday on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha.... read..

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Modi ji paved the way for us to visit Kashmir, gave us confidence that it would be a safe ride: Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat passenger

The first Vande Bharat Express train on the Katra-Srinagar route began its journey on Saturday morning, a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged it off from Katra Railway Station.... read..

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"Long-pending project, demand ": JK Minister Satish Sharma on Chenab rail bridge

Jammu and Kashmir Minister Satish Sharma on Friday said that the railway bridge over the Chenab river, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was a long-pending project and demand.... read..

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J-K Waqf Board Chaiperson Darakshan Andrabi extends greetings on Eid-al-Adha

Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson Darakshan Andrabi on Saturday extended greetings to people on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha.... read..

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"Truly historic moment": Congress' Karan Singh lauds Modi Govt for realizing century-old railway dream in J-K

Senior Congress leader and former Union Education Minister Karan Singh has praised the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central government for the inauguration of several historic railway projects in Jammu and Kashmir, including Chenab Railway Bridge, Anj... read..

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"I have been blessed by PM Modi": Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat passenger

Shikha Rastogi, a passenger aboard the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, expressed her joy and gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, recalling her past interactions with the Prime Minister and praising the transfo... read..

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Passengers hail Srinagar-Katra Vande Bharat as 'unmatched convenience', call it a 'great move' to connect Kashmir with rest of India

The inaugural ride of the Vande Bharat Express between Srinagar and Katra has drawn praise from passengers, many of whom described the new service as offering "unmatched convenience," making travel "much easier", "possible and comfortable," while hailing ... read..

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"Hope this Eid brings better days ahead for Muslims": J-K CM Omar Abdullah after prayers at Hazratbal Dargah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended Eid al-Adha greetings to Muslims across India and the world on Saturday, calling the festival a time for peace and strengthening brotherhood.... read..

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J-K: A month after Operation Sindoor, residents in Samba return to work; situation calm on border

As a month has gone by since 'Operation Sindoor', residents in Samba expressed faith in the Indian Army and said that the situation was peaceful at present and people have returned to work.... read..

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Couple celebrates son's birthday in Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, thanks PM Modi

A couple celebrated their son's sixth birthday on the inaugural ride of the Vande Bharat Express between Srinagar and Katra. The couple thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for making it possible.... read..

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"Challenging project": IRCON's JGM Ashwani Dayal on transformative railway project in J-K

Ashwani Dayal, Joint General Manager at Indian Railway Construction International Limited (IRCON), on Friday highlighted the complexities of constructing the railway project in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chenab Bridge project, citing political and engineering... read..

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"I sang Kashmiri song for PM Modi, he liked it," says student on board to Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off two Vande Bharat Express trains from Katra Railway Station, directly connecting Jammu division with Kashmir.... read..

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