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Srinagar, July 07: As lakhs of pilgrims make their way towards the holy Amarnath cave shrine amid the towering Himalayas, an invisible army is working round the clock to ensure that the sacred journey remains clean, sustainable and environmentally responsible. The aim is to ensure a zero-landfill pilgrimage this yearwith the help ofinnovative methods. From high-tech waste-processing machinery to eco-friendly awareness campaigns, the J&K government has launched an unprecedented sanitation and sol

Srinagar, Jul 07: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, directing senior officials to ensure that devotees are properly registered and well-assisted on the ground, and stating that safety, security, and hassle-free darshan of Baba Barfani must remain the top priority. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary Power Development Department Ashwani Kumar, Principal Secretary Hom

Srinagar, Jul 07: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting with senior officers and reviewed the action taken regarding the circulation of books and literature containing anti-national and separatist content in educational institutions, directing concerned departments to ensure no procurement, distribution, or availability of such material in universities, schools, colleges, and libraries. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Se

Nowshera (Rajouri), July, 7: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday said the government is committed to inclusive and people-centric development while stressing the need for timely completion of infrastructure projects with quality standards. He made the remarks while inaugurating the newly constructed conference hall at the PWD Dak Bungalow in Nowshera, built at a cost of 2.49 crore. Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the new facility will strengthen the

Srinagar, July 7: The residents of Iqra Colony, Alochi Bagh and adjoining areas here have expressed serious concern over the prolonged drinking water crisis. The residents stated that despite repeated representations to the concerned authorities, there has been no satisfactory response, forcing people to struggle daily for safe drinking water. The people have appealed to the Jal Shakti Department to take immediate steps to restore regular water supply and ensure that water tankers are deployed t

New Delhi, July 7: The University of Kashmir was on Monday awarded the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Running Parliamentary Shield and Trophy after emerging as the national winner of the 17th National Youth Parliament Competition (202425) for universities and colleges. The award was presented by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice and Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Arjun Ram Meghwal, during a prize distribution ceremony held at the GMC Balayogi Auditorium in the

Srinagar, July 7: Jammu and Kashmir's tourism sector has registered a major resurgence in the years following 2019, with official figures showing record visitor arrivals and a growing contribution to the region's economy. While religious tourism in Jammu has remained a consistent pillar of growth, the Kashmir Valley witnessed a sharp revival before facing a setback in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year. According to official data, the Union Territory received more than

Srinagar, July 7: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Tuesday ordered a comprehensive audit of universities, colleges, schools and libraries across the Union Territory following the recovery of books allegedly containing anti-national and separatist content, with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha directing authorities to ensure that no such material finds place in educational institutions. Chairing a high-level meeting here, Sinha reviewed the action taken after the recovery of the literature

Jakarta [Indonesia], July 7 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday underlined how New Delhi places ASEAN at the core of India's Act East Policy and gave a call for further strengthening the priorities of the Global South. Addressing the Parliament of Indonesia PM Modi recalled how Indonesia's G20 presidency in 2022, followed by India's presidency in 2023, brought the conversation about prioritising the demands of developing countries to the global forefront. India is a staunch supporter of a

Srinagar, July 7: Provincial Vice President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) and MLA Hazratbal, Salman Ali Sagar, on Tuesday presided over a large gathering of party office bearers and delegates from the Hazratbal constituency, urging workers to intensify grassroots outreach and ensure the success of the party's upcoming programme. Addressing the meeting, Sagar stressed the need for dedication, unity and coordinated efforts among party functionaries to strengthen the organisat

Jammu, July 7: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said he spoke to the Deputy Commissioner of Doda to assess the situation following a cloudburst in the Thathri area, directing the district administration to ensure immediate relief and expedite restoration works. In a post on X, Spoke with the DC, Doda to assess the situation following the cloudburst in the Thathri region. While several houses and shops have suffered damage, fortunately, no casualties or injuries have been reported. I ha

Jakarta , July 7 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that his visit to Indones has resulted in India-Indonesia relations gaining new momentum and deeeper scope. PM Modi had held detailed bilteral and delegation level engagements with Indonensian President Prabowo Subianto at Merdeka Palace, Jakarta. In a post on X, PM Modi said, Conducted a productive discussion with President Prabowo Subianto at Merdeka Palace, Jakarta. In recent years, India-Indonesia relations have gained new momen

Jammu , July 7 : Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday chaired a meeting of BJP MLAs, MPs, former legislators and senior party leaders at the party office in Jammu to review organisational matters and discuss the party's strategy in the Union Territory. As part of his two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, Nabin also paid floral tributes to Praja Parishad and Bharatiya Jana Sangh leader late Prem Nath Dogra at his statue in Jammu. He later interacted with BJP worker

Qom, July 7: A massive funeral procession for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, and his family members was held in the holy city of Qom on Tuesday, a day after what was described as one of the largest funeral processions in Iran's modern history took place in Tehran. According to Tasnim News Agency, the ceremony in Qom began at 6:00 a.m. with funeral prayers at the Jamkaran Mosque, led by senior cleric Ayatollah Abdollah Javadi Amoli. Following the pray

Doda, July 07 : Multiple locations in Thathri area of Doda district witnessed fresh flash floods on Tuesday, causing extensive damage to property and disrupting normal life. Officials told GNS that several structures in Thathri town were damaged due to the massive flood. Property worth lakhs of rupees is estimated to have been affected. The National Highway was also blocked following the floods, leading to traffic disruption and inconvenience to commuters. Authorities said they are assessing the

Budgam, Jul 6: Deputy Commissioner (District Collector) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan on Monday chaired a meeting to review the land acquisition process for 220 KV WagoraBudgamZainakote Transmission Line project. The meeting focused on various aspects of the land acquisition process, including the proposed compensation for land required for the construction of transmission towers. During the meeting, the DC directed the concerned officers to ensure that all procedures are followed diligently and th

Bhubaneswar, Jul 5: Eminent educationist and social reformer, and Founder of KIIT, KIMS and KISS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, has been conferred the AAPI Award for Transformational Social Work & Indo-US Partnership by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) at its annual convention, AAPICON 2026, held in Tampa, Florida, USA. The award was presented during AAPICON 2026 and AAPIs 44th Congress, held from July 2 to 5, in recognition of Dr. Samantas outstanding social service, visio

Baramulla, Jul 6: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Dr. S.F. Hamid on Monday visited Sopore Industrial Estate, where he interacted with traders, entrepreneurs and industrial unit holders to review the functioning of industrial establishments. The Deputy Commissioner, accompanied by ADC Sopore, inspected various industrial and business units and reviewed their production activities and infrastructure. During the interaction, traders and entrepreneurs highlighted the need for construction of a bound

Srinagar, Jul 06: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Monday chaired a high-level review meeting toassess the progress madein strengthening the cybercrime prevention framework and expediting the operationalisation of the Digital Arrest mechanism across Jammu andKashmir, directingthat progress be monitoredevery monthto ensure adherence to timelines and effective inter-departmental coordination. The meeting was attended by the Principal Secretary Home, Additional Director General of Police (CID), Commi

Srinagar, Jul 06: In a significant move aimed at providing major financial relief to patients suffering from life-threatening ailments, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered an amendment to the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Schemeguidelines, allowingMembers of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) to utilise up toRs 20 lakh out of their annual CDF allocation exclusively for providing medical assistance to patients from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families and other notified economically w

Jammu, July 06: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today conducted a surprise inspection of several engineering offices in Jammu to assess their functioning and review progress of developmental works. The Deputy Chief Minister visited the office of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) at Bikram Chowk, Jammu, where he reviewed the overall functioning of the department and assessed the status of ongoing road projects. He directed the officers to ensure timely execution of works while

Srinagar, Jul 5: Host NIT Srinagar extended their dominant run in the ongoing Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Cricket Tournament (M) 2026 with a commanding 220-run victory over NIT Agartala on Sunday. While NIT Jalandhar, NIT Hamirpur, NIT Puducherry, NIT Silchar, NIT Kurukshetra, NIT Rourkela, and NIT Calicut also registered impressive league wins. The hosts produced another clinical all-round display, with Aaqib Sheikh continuing his sensational form by smashing his second century of the tournamen

Kishtwar, Jul 5: Director Horticulture Jammu, Gul Syed accompanied by Chief Horticulture Officer Kishtwar Sajid Mustafa, Assistant Director Sunil Gupta and other officers and officials of the Horticulture Department, undertook a two-day visit to Marwah Zone in District Kishtwar. During the visit, the Director conducted a Mega Awareness Camp at GFPN Nowpachi, Marwah, bringing various horticulture services and information directly to the doorstep of orchardists. He interacted with growers and hi

Bandipora, Jul 5: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, along with Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bandipora, Ajaz Ahmad Zargar, on Sunday visited the Shadipora Transit Camp to review the arrangements put in place for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 and took firsthand feedback from the pilgrims regarding the facilities being provided. During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner and SSP undertook a comprehensive inspection of the facilities established at the transit camp, including a

Baltal, Jul 05: Their steps are slow, their bodies fragile, but their faith remains taller than the snow-clad mountains they climb. At the Baltal base camp, amid freezing winds, steep rocky tracks and thin mountain air, elderly pilgrims are emerging as the most inspiring faces of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, proving that devotion can triumph over age, pain and physical limitations. Armed with walking sticks, wrapped in layers of woollens and often supported by family members or volunteers

Srinagar, Jul 05: Amid the ongoing heatwave in several parts of the country, the famous tourist resort of Gulmarg is witnessing an unprecedented rush of visitors, with thousands arriving daily to enjoy its cool weather and scenic beauty. The Gulmarg Cable Car Corporation on Sunday announced that boarding for the Gulmarg Gondola will commence daily at 8:00 AM. The corporation requested visitors to plan their journeys accordingly and cooperate with officials for smooth operations. The decision com

Srinagar, Jul 05: The Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) has invited applications from firms intending to operate as Haj Tour Operators (HTOs) for Haj 2027, with a notice issued for the registration of Combined Haj Group Organisers (CHGOs) and allocation of Haj quota for the upcoming pilgrimage. According to the notice issued by the Haj Division of the Ministry, interested firmsare required tosubmit their applications online through the Haj Group Organiser (HGO) portal. The selected firms will

Srinagar, Jul 05: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that through a seamless whole-of-government approach, the administration is leaving no stone unturned to provide excellent food and lodging to Shri Amarnath Ji Yatris, and that he wants every pilgrim to have a blissful darshan and a profoundly enriching spiritual experience. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking during his visit to Chandanwari, where he reviewed the ground situation and pilgrim facilities at the camp to ensure a sea

Multi-faith heritage in Srinagar needs coordinated, accountable action Jammu and Kashmir likes to describe itself as a meeting point of civilisations. But for years, the physical evidence of that story, our shrines and temples, khankahs and mandirs, forts and bridges, old schools and bazaars, has been crumbling before our eyes. The latest review of Phase-3 heritage conservation projects in Srinagar is a welcome reminder that the UT still recognises the stakes. The question, however, is whether

Faith Responsibility Sustainability Inclusive Growth National Unity The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra stands among India's most revered pilgrimages, embodying centuries of spiritual tradition, unwavering faith, and the enduring ideals of Sanatan Dharma. Nestled amidst the snow-clad Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir, the Holy Cave of Shri Amarnath Ji, with its naturally formed Ice Shivling, draws lakhs of devotees from every corner of the country. Their journey is not merely a pilgrimage to a sa

New Delhi [India], July 5 : Heavy rains, strong gusty winds and reduced visibility wreaked havoc on air traffic at India's major metropolitan airports on Sunday, leading to flight diversions, cancellations, and temporary runway suspensions. According to Mumbai airport authorities, adverse weather conditions struck at approximately 10:17 hrs, with strong gusty winds reaching up to 42 knots and heavy rain reducing visibility. As a safety precaution, runway operations were temporarily suspended to

Srinagar, July 5 : JKNC President Farooq Abdullah today visited the residence of noted businessman late Sheikh Manzoor, son of late Sheikh Habibullah, at Nawa Bazar, who was later residing in Dulbagh, Soura, to extend condolences to the bereaved family following his demise yesterday. During the visit, Dr. Abdullah offered Fateha Khawani and prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul. He also interacted with the bereaved family and those present, advising them to remain respectful and dutiful

New Delhi [India], July 5 : The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has directed officials to summon Meta representatives to seek a formal explanation regarding paid advertisements on Instagram that promoted Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), as per sources. In the notice issued on Saturday evening, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) ordered Instagram to disable all the ads and content promoting and facilitating access to CSEAM. The government

Srinagar, Jul 4: The five-day Farmers Exposure Visit Programme, organized by Directorate of Agriculture Kashmir, concluded on Saturday at Lal Mandi, Srinagar, with Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, presiding over the valedictory function as the chief guest. The programme was designed to provide participating farmers with first-hand exposure to modern agricultural technologies, innovative farming practices and successful models of sustainable agriculture. Throughout the five-day

Srinagar, July 4: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has achieved another major milestone in its journey towards advancing the globally important One Health approach, with its student team securing the prestigious One Health Day Student Event Award 2025 organized by the internationally acclaimed One Health Commission. The award was conferred on the universitys student network, SKUAOHUN (SKUAST-K One Health University Network), for successfull

In an age of instant outrage, the share button carries more power than we admit There was a time when news travelled slowly in Kashmir. A rumour would move from one chai shop to another, from the masjid courtyard to a village lane, taking hours or days to harden into fact. Today, the same rumour can reach lakhs of people in minutes. One forward in a WhatsApp group, one tweet, one reel on Instagram and a half truth begins to shape real lives, real emotions, and sometimes real violence. This is th

Baltal, Pahalgam: The second day of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra witnessed Baltal transform into a vibrant hub of devotion, celebration and economic activity, as thousands of pilgrims continued their journey to the Holy Cave Shrine of Baba Barfani amid pleasant weather and elaborate arrangements. From the Baltal Base Camp to the Holy Cave, and along the traditional Pahalgam route beginning at Nunwan Base Camp, an unmistakable festive atmosphere has taken over. The chants of devotees, bustl

Srinagar, July 04: Several Legislators called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at Raabita here on Saturday and apprised him of various developmental and constituency-specific issues requiring the governments attention. Among those who met the Chief Minister were MLA Bani, Dr. Rameshwar Singh, and MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen. The legislators highlighted a range of issues concerning infrastructure development, public services and other matters related to their respective constituencies. The Chief Mi

SRINAGAR, JULY 04: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Saturday chaired a meeting of the Airfield Environment Management Committee to review critical issues concerning aviation safety and environmental management around Air Force Station (AFS) Srinagar. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar, Budgam, Pulwama and Anantnag, Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Director Airport Authority, senior officers of Indian Air Force, and representatives o

Srinagar, July 4: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said the Centre has declared 23 terror functionaries as terrorists under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, reiterating the government's policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism. In a post on X, Amit Shah wrote, Pursuing Modi Ji's vision of zero tolerance against terror, the MHA today declared 23 dreaded terror functionaries as terrorists under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The de

Lt Gen Pratik Sharma assesses security situation in Krishna Ghati, Poonch Idrees Bukhtiyar Srinagar, Jul 03: Northern Army commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Friday visited the forward areas of the Krishna Ghati and Poonch sectors to review the operational preparedness and security measures along the border. During the visit, the Army Commander assessed the prevailing security situation and reviewed the preparedness of troops deployed in the strategically important forward areas. The

The path to the Holy Cave is narrow, but the path to spiritual wisdom is even narrower. It demands humility, patience, compassion, and responsibility Every year, when the sacred Amarnath Yatra begins, the Himalayas awaken to an extraordinary spectacle of faith. Men and women from every corner of India, irrespective of age, language, or social background, leave the comforts of their homes to undertake one of the world's most arduous pilgrimages. They walk through steep mountain trails, unpredicta

Urges online registration; 80,000 pilgrim capacity, token system in place Pahalgam, July 3:- Urging devotees to complete online registration before undertaking the Shri Amarnath Yatra, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com), Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Friday said priority is being given to pre-registered pilgrims, while the administration has made accommodation for nearly 80,000 pilgrims at transit camps and introduced a token system for those arriving without prior registration. Speaking to reporters

New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin will undertake a two-day organisational visit to Jammu and Kashmir on July 6 and 7, during which he will participate in a series of party programmes and hold organisational meetings with leaders and workers across the Union Territory. The visit will be Nabin's first to the Union Territory since assuming charge as the party's national president. On July 6, Nabin will attend a programme commemorating the b

Srinagar, July 3: Two boys drowned while bathing in Dachigam Nalla in the Theed area of Harwan on the outskirts of Srinagar on Friday, officials said. According to officials, police personnel and local residents rushed to the spot after receiving information about the incident and retrieved both boys from the stream. One of the boys, reportedly a Class 11 student from Srinagar, was shifted to a hospital in critical condition, where doctors are monitoring his condition. Officials did not immediat

Srinagar, July 3, 2026: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Dr. Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq, on Friday called for greater responsibility, ethical conduct and moral accountability from both mainstream media and social media users, stressing that the influence of digital platforms must be exercised with wisdom and sensitivity, particularly when it involves children. Addressing the Friday congregation at the historic Central Jama Masjid in Srinagar, Mirwaiz said that every individual is entrusted with a responsibil

Srinagar, July 02: The Child Welfare Committee (CWC), Srinagar, on Thursday issued a comprehensive advisory regulating the interviewing, filming and dissemination of videos of children by media persons, digital content creators and members of the public, stressing that the rights, dignity and best interests of minors must remain paramount. The advisorycomes in the wake ofa recent incident in which a school-going child was interviewed outside school premises and the video was subsequently circula

LG administrations preparations set positive tone as the first Amarnath convoy enters the Kashmir Valley The sight of the first batch of 4,822 Amarnath pilgrims driving into the Valley through the Navyug Tunnel and being showered with flower petals at Qazigund captures a new, hopeful mood. Senior police and civil administration officials, including the IG CRPF and DIG South Kashmir Range, lined up to greet the yatris with garlands and bouquets. It was a carefully choreographed moment, and a des

Scheme to fund patent filing , tech transfer for medical innovators Srinagar, Jul 2: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched the 'Medical Innovations Patent Mitra' initiative to strengthen India's biomedical innovation ecosystem by providing government-funded support for patent protection and technology transfer of healthcare innovations developed by medical institutions across the country. The initiative, announced through an advisory issued by the National Medical Commission