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New Delhi, Aug 13: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is seized of the issue of proliferation of a large number of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations or Satellite Internet constellations causing accumulation of Space debris and is taking all possible steps for its mitigation and prevention, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions and Prime Ministers Office, Dr. Jitendra Singh, said in a reply in the Rajya Sabha today. ISRO's 'Debris Free Space Mission

Ganderbal, Aug 13: A massive mudslide due to a possible cloudburst hit Ranga Mode area of Sonamarg along the Srinagar-Leh highway on Thursday. It also caused a significant rise in water levels in the river. The mudslide resulted in blocking the Srinagar-Leh Road and affecting the Sarbal road. Officials said that the traffic has been suspended at both TCPs as a precaution, however the situation is under control and normal. People have been advised to avoid going near riverbanks and stay away from

Anantnag, Aug 13: Two persons were killed and two others injured after lightning struck Gawran Nard in Kokernag area of south Kashmir's Anantnag district on Thursday. An official said that Faizan Ahmad (18), son of Mohd Yaqoob Chard of Gawran, and Bilal Ahmad Battana (16), son of Nazir Ahmad of Redwani Gawran, were killed in the strike. He said Sajad Ahmad Battana (15), son of Sai Battana, and Shareef Ahmad Battana, son of Jumma, both from Redwani Gawran, were also injured in the incident. The i

New Delhi, Aug 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 80th Independence Day Celebrations from the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, 2026. The grand event is set to commemorate 150 years of the enduring legacy of the National Song Vande Mataram and celebrate the energy, aspirations and pivotal contribution of Yuva Shakti in driving Indias journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047. For the first time, Vande Mataram will be rendered during the celebrations at Red Fort. The Ceremony Upon his arriv

New Delhi, Aug 13: Air India is facing challenges due to external volatility but remains focused on the profitability path and plans to induct over 100 new planes over the next two years, its CEO Campbell Wilson said on Thursday. The loss-making airline has been facing multiple headwinds, and a leadership transition is happening, with former Ethiopian Airlines Group chief Tewolde Gebremariam set to take over as the CEO and MD from Wilson. During a townhall with staff, Wilson, who is likely to le

New Delhi, Aug 13: The Monsoon Session, 2026 of Parliament which commenced on Monday, the 20th of July, 2026 has been adjourned sine die on Thursday the 13th of August, 2026. The Session provided 19 sittings spread over a period of 25 days. During the Session 11 Bills were introduced in Lok Sabha and 2 Bills were introduced in Rajya Sabha. 12 Bills were passed by Lok Sabha and 12 Bills were passed by Rajya Sabha. Total number of Bills passed by both Houses of Parliament during the Session is 12.

Srinagar, Aug 13: Director General of Police (DGP) J&K Nalin Prabhat today chaired a security review meeting at PCR Kashmir to assess security preparedness and arrangements ahead of the Independence Day celebrations across the Union Territory of J&K. The meeting was attended by Spl DGP Coordination J&K, ADGP CID J&K, IG BSF Ftr HQ Kashmir/Jammu, IG CRPF SOS/KOS/Jammu, IGP Kashmir Zone, IGP Jammu Zone, IGP Security J&K, IGP Railways J&K, IGP Traffic J&K, DIG SSB Kashmir/Jammu, all Range DIsG of J

Srinagar, Aug 13: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has set aside a contempt of court notice against Shopians deputy commissioner, observing that the judicial magistrate exceeded jurisdictional boundaries under the Code of Criminal Procedure. On July 10, Shopians judicial magistrate ordered Deputy Commissioner Shopian Shishir Gupta to appear at the court and explain why contempt of court charges should not be framed against him. The contempt notice was issued to Gupta by the judicia

Nanded, Aug 13: Shiromani Akali Dal chief and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured in a knife attack inside a gurdwara in Maharashtra's Nanded on Thursday, police said. A Nihang (member of a martial order of Sikhs) attacked Badal with a kirpan (curved dagger) inside the gurdwara, Nanded SP Neelabh Rohan told PTI. The assailant has been taken into custody, the IPS officer said. Badal has been admitted to a hospital, he added. A local official said Badal received two

Srinagar, Aug 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Department of Wildlife Protection has set up several control rooms across its wildlife divisions and issued a public advisory amid growing encounters between people and wild animals. The move comes amid an increase in bear and leopard attacks across the region. The department said the control rooms will strengthen response during wildlife emergencies. Several control rooms have been established in the wildlife divisions of South, North and Central Kashmir,

Jammu, Aug 13 : The sportspersons protest led by Ranjodh Singh continued as their indefinite hunger strike entered 7th day in Jammu on Thursday against the alleged irregularities in the final selection list for appointments in government departments under the sports quota. These sportspersons, protesting near the Maharaja Hari Singh statue, are demanding a CBI probe into the irregularities, fixing responsibility on every official and individual involved in allegedly manipulating the selection p

Jammu, Aug 13: A year after the devastating cloudburst and flash floods at Chasoti in the foothills of Machail Mata shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, Sashastra Seema Bal Head Constable Hussan Dass is left with an irreparable loss of his close relatives -- his wife, two children, mother, sister, two nephews and sister-in-law. For 38-year-old Dass, the tragedy is not merely a statistic but a daily struggle to rebuild a life shattered within hours, leaving his home in Benagarh villag

Srinagar, Aug 13: A full dress rehearsal for the main Independence Day function in Jammu and Kashmir was held here on Thursday. Kashmir Divisional Commissioner Anshul Garg inspected the parade and took the salute at Bakshi Stadium, venue for the main Independence Day function. Contingents of various security forces participated in the march past. Various senior civil administration and police officers were present on the occasion, which saw cultural programmes presented by school students and Ar

Srinagar, Aug 13: Security agencies across Kashmir on Thursday conducted full dress rehearsals for Independence Day celebrations, with Inspector General of Police Kashmir Vidhi Kumar Birdi saying that a robust security setup has been put in place across the Valley. Speaking to reporters, Birdi said full dress rehearsals were held in different districts along with rehearsals of security arrangements ahead of the main August 15 programmes. As you all know, today a full dress rehearsal for the Augu

New Delhi, August 13: A United Nations Security Council monitoring report has officially attributed the November 2025 blast near Delhis Red Fort to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), The Indian Express reported. The blast on November 10, 2025, killed 11 people and injured several others. The UN assessment comes as the National Investigation Agency continues its probe into the attack. The biannual report, made public this week, said: The attack in November 2025 on the Red Fort in Delhi

Srinagar, Aug 13: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Thursday invited people from across Kashmir to attend the Union Territory-level Independence Day celebrations at Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar and celebrate the occasion with a lot of enthusiasm. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar Garg said all arrangements for the August 15 event had been finalised, with parade contingents, schoolchildren and various departments participating in the rehearsal. I would like to congratulate all the people

An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 jolted Ladakhs Leh early Thursday morning, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake occurred at 6:05:15 am at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres, the NCS said. The epicentre was located at 36.881N latitude and 74.402E longitude, with the agency identifying the location as Leh, Ladakh. The tremor was felt in the region, although there were no immediate reports of casualties or major structural damage following the earthquake. The shallow d

Srinagar, Aug 12: Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday dismissed an employee of the Wildlife Protection Department from government service, allegedly for his repeated involvement in drug trafficking. The dismissed employee, identified as Vinod Kumar Raina, a resident of the Kandikhas area of Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, was posted as a watcher in the Wildlife Protection Department. In an order, commissioner/secretary, Department of Forest, Ecology, and Environment, Sheetal

Bhaderwah, August 13: The fifth edition of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign is evolving into one of the countrys major public participation movements, with people from different sections of society joining the initiative. Formally launched on August 9 by the Ministry of Culture, the campaign has also made its way into the District Jail Bhaderwah, where male and female inmates are making tricolours that are being distributed among students, security personnel and other sections of society. Superinte

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he was secretly moved to another aircraft after leaving the NATO summit in Turkey last month because of a possible Iranian missile threat, the BBC reported. Trump said the Secret Service and military officials instructed him to switch planes. I just have to do what they say, he told reporters. The revelation follows reports that Trump boarded Air Force One in full view of cameras on July 8 before secretly being transferred to a smaller military aircra

By Indu Sunil Dang New Delhi, Aug 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday joined senior Union ministers and NDA Members of Parliament at a Mangal Milan gathering at the G.M.C. Balayogi Auditorium in the Parliament Library Building, ahead of Indias 80th Independence Day. The meeting brought together NDA MPs from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and was marked by patriotic fervour, with the Tricolour prominently displayed at the venue and waving in the hands of the law makers. The gatherin

The Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir, in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Srinagar, today organised a one-day capacity building programme for artisans and weavers under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme. As many as 100 artisans participated in the workshop, which focused on branding and aesthetic packaging of Geographical Indication (GI) and One District One Product (ODOP) handcrafted products. Speaking on the occasi

Fairdeal Motors unveiled the much-awaited Tata Sierra EV in Srinagar, bringing Tata Motors iconic Sierra nameplate into the electric mobility era and offering customers in Kashmir a glimpse of the next generation of premium electric motoring. The unveiling was held at Nigeen Club as part of Bazme Kashmir, a celebration bringing together culture, creativity, community and leading brands. The event witnessed participation from customers, automobile enthusiasts, business leaders, influencers and vi

Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Wednesday inaugurated Java House Bistro & Caf, a modern caf serving coffee and a variety of food items, at Gole Market in Karan Nagar, Srinagar. On this occasion, Apni Party President congratulated the owners on starting the new venture and said such initiatives can play an important role in creating employment and livelihood opportunities, particularly for young people. He said that Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a growing unemployment challe

The Directorate of Lifelong Learning & Skill Development (DLLSD), University of Kashmir (KU), today launched a three-month introductory training programme in Fashion Technology at the Main Campus. The programme was inaugurated along with a dedicated Fashion Technology Lab. The programme has been designed to provide participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical training in fashion technology, with a focus on developing skills relevant to the contemporary fashion and apparel sector. I

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Wednesday organised a Tiranga Rally under the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign 2026, as part of its celebrations ahead of Indias 80th Independence Day. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from members of the NIT Srinagar community, including Deans, Heads of Departments and Centres, faculty members, non-faculty employees, outsourced staff, students, research scholars, NCC and NSS volunteers and other staff members. The programm

Following intense rainfall, roads in south Kashmirs Awantipora town on Wednesday were inundated, disrupting traffic and causing inconvenience to commuters, shopkeepers and residents. Residents said the main road passing through the town was submerged following the downpour, making it difficult for vehicles and pedestrians to move through the area. Water entered some shops and residential houses, said Javed Ahmad, a resident. He said the rainfall had exposed the poor drainage system in the area,

Law is not merely a means of earning a livelihood, but also an instrument through which justice is pursued, rights are protected, and constitutional values are strengthened. The words were spoken by Senior Advocate Ashok Bhan today. He advised them that the legal profession is, in the current day and time, is both one of the noblest professions and one of the most challenging callings. He was speaking with a community of young lawyers. Every young lawyer must therefore enter the profession with

Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting of senior officers of the Civil Administration and Police Department to review and give detailed shape to the arrangements for the successful conduct of the maiden International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK-2026), scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10, 2026. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister; Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Principal Secretary, Home; Commissioner Secretary, Informati

The Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC) has proposed Rs 33.24 lakh environmental compensation against Municipal Committee (MC) Awantipora for improper handling and disposal of solid waste at Dangerpora-Padgampora along NH-44 in Pulwama district. The compensation covers four metric tonnes of unsegregated waste dumped daily for 197 days, according to a show-cause notice issued by JKPCC to the MCs Executive Officer on July 31. The action follows proceedings before the National Gre

Member of Parliament Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzan today met Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J. P. Nadda and sought his intervention for the early sanction of a 75-bedded Critical Care Block (CCB) and District Integrated Public Health Laboratory (DIPHL) at Government Medical College (GMC), Handwara, under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM). During the meeting, Ramzan apprised the Union Health Minister that the Health and Medical Education Departm

The holy Chhari-Mubarak of Swami Amarnath was carried to the historic Shankaracharya Temple atop Gopadri Hills here on Wednesday as part of the ongoing Amarnath Yatra 2026, officials said. The ritual, held on the occasion of Haryali-Amavasya (Shravan Amavasya), was led by Mahant Deependra Giri Ji, who performed special prayers along with a group of sadhus. The ceremony lasted about 90 minutes, during which Vedic hymns were chanted and the atmosphere was charged with the sound of conch shells, th

Security forces in north Kashmir have intensified their efforts to ensure a safe and secure environment ahead of the Independence Day celebrations on August 15 of 2026. A top officer told Greater Kashmir that there has been an increase in the checkpoints (Nakas) during day and night besides focus will be laid on patrolling of security forces as well. The whole security grid has been strengthened while the checking points have been intensified to thwart any untoward, a senior police official said

The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has announced a special mediation drive, mediation for nation 3.0, aimed at identifying and resolving pending cases having an element of settlement through mediation across the High Court and District/Taluka Courts of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The initiative has been launched under the guidance of Justice Vikram Nath, Judge, Supreme Court of India and Chairman, Mediation and Conciliation Committee (MCPC), and under the directions of the Acting Chief Justice of

The High Court of J&K and Ladakh Wednesday rejected a plea seeking to quash an FIR against former General Manager (GM), District Industries Centre (DIC), Pulwama, over alleged irregularities in allotment of industrial land and execution of lease deeds. In response to the plea that it rejected eventually, a bench of Justice Shahzad Azeem noted that the Anti-Corruption Bureaus (ACB) investigation into the FIR was still at a preliminary stage and involved several interlinked issues concerning benef

The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has sought the personal appearance of Managing Director (MD) of J&K and Kashmir Medical Supplies Corporation Limited (JKMSCL) after it was informed that non-availability of essential medicines used in the treatment of hemophilia at Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar was due to dilatory approach of the corporation. A division bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Kumar and Justice Muhammad Yousuf Wani directed the JKMSCLs MD to appear in person on

J&K BJP Chief Spokesperson and Chairman of the Party's Disciplinary Committee, Advocate Sunil Sethi in Wednesday said the Bharatiya Janata Party has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to organisational discipline by taking prompt and decisive action against those found indulging in indiscipline. Sethi, as per a statement said that acting on the directions of J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament Sat Sharma, the party completed the disciplinary process within a week and initia

Jammu and Kashmir Power Employees and Engineers Coordination Committee (JKPEECC) on Wednesday held multiple rounds of talks to end the stalemate but Managing Director remained adamant on his illegitimate suspensions and decision to withhold salaries on account of Surya Ghar performances. JKPEECC, as per a statement issued, put a Strong resentment Before Managing Director over his Order Nos. 187-192 of MD/JPDCL of 2026 dated 06.08.2026 placing officers/officials under suspension despite the fac

The Railway Board has approved the extension of the Sabarmati-Jammu Tawi Express up to Katra with a halt at Udhampur Railway Station for enhancing passenger convenience and promoting religious tourism. Following this decision, the extended Sabarmati-Jammu Tawi Express (train numbers 19223 and 19224) will run via Jammu and will have a halt at Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan Udhampur Railway Station before reaching Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station. This extension, according to railway a

Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, on Wednesday stated that around 700-800 para-medical staff posts would be advertised by December 2026 to address their acute shortage besides providing employment opportunities to eligible candidates in the health sector. Itoo, while responding to media queries after inaugurating a new CT scan machine at SMGS Hospital, Jammu, asserted that the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah-led government was striving hard to im

Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, along with Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu, Bhim Sen Tuti, on Wednesday reviewed the Independence Day 2026 celebration arrangements here at the Maulana Azad Stadium. During the visit, the officers, as per an official statement, inspected the venue and reviewed the arrangements being put in place for the smooth conduct of the Independence Day celebrations. Senior officers from the Civil Administration and Police Department, including Deputy Com

Jammu & Kashmirs 4-1 victory over Gujarat in the 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026 Division C has highlighted the significant improvement in the UTs hockey setup since the formation of the new Hockey Jammu & Kashmir Association in 2025, with greater emphasis on merit-based selection, fitness, discipline, coaching and player development. Since the formation of the new Hockey Jammu & Kashmir Association in 2025, the organisation, as per a statement issued on Wednesday, has

SWFC Baramulla produced a disciplined and confident performance at the TRC Turf, Srinagar, securing a convincing 30 victory over Sports Council Football Academy in the ongoing Srinagar Premier League 2026 on Wednesday. The encounter, as per a DFA statement, played under the lights and in front of an enthusiastic football audience, saw both teams begin with intent. Sports Council Football Academy looked to establish control through possession and build their attacks from the back, while SWFC Bara