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Srinagar, Aug 29:Reiterating that the true measure of success lies in improved lives, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that he envisions a future, where healthcare remains accessible to all. Speaking at the 3rd edition of the CII Jammu & Kashmir Health Conclave here, LG Sinha, according to the news agency said, True measure [] The post LG Sinha calls for technology-driven, accessible healthcare in JK appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 29: Probe into the rape and subsequent death of a 15-year-old girl in Kishtwar district has been handed over to the Crime Branch, officials said on Saturday. The teenager had been allegedly raped by her school teacher over several months. She died on August 20 during a pregnancy termination procedure. [] The post Probe into Kishtwar minors rape, death transferred to Crime Branch appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Aug 29: The pilgrimage to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan has been shifted towards old track following a landslide triggered near Himkoti in Trikuta Hills of Katra town in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. Officials said that the yatra is suspended temporarily on Himkoti route after a landslide swept debris onto the road. [] The post Vaishno Devi yatra shifted to old track after landslide triggered on Himkoti route appeared first on Northlines .

MENDHAR/JAMMU, Aug 29: A drone suspected to be from Pakistan was spotted hovering over forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district, prompting security forces to launch a search operation in the area early Saturday, officials said. The drone was noticed at Balakote areas Behrooti village in Mendhar [] The post Suspected Pak Drone spotted in Poonch, Search Op launched appeared first on Northlines .

REASI, Aug 29: The District Police Headquarters Reasi on Saturday ordered the transfer and posting of 13 police officers, including several inspectors, with immediate effect in the interest of administration. As per Order No. 349 of 2026 issued by SSP Reasi Mukund Tibrewal, IPS, new Station House Officers have been appointed at five police stationsArnas, [] The post 2 Probationary DySPs among 13 Police Officers transferred appeared first on Northlines .

Baramulla, Aug 29:Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Saturday said the archaeological site at Zehanpora in Baramulla district is another significant treasure in J&Ks rich history. Talking to the reporters on the sidelines of his visit to the archaeological site, Duloo, according to the news agency said, The ongoing excavation expected to reveal more about the [] The post 2000-yr old Buddhist site another treasure in J&Ks history: CS appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 29:Jammu and Kashmir is likely to experience generally hot and humid weather over the coming days, with brief spells of rain and thundershowers expected at several places, the Meteorological Centre here said on Saturday. According to the weather forecast, accessed by the news agency, scattered rain and thundershowers are likely during the early [] The post Hot, humid weather likely across J&K till Sep 10 appeared first on Northlines .

VADODARA, AUG 29: Former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane on Saturday described Operation Sindoor as a very significant shift in Indias approach towards Pakistan, saying the military action targeted not only terrorist hideouts near the border but also their supporters deep inside the neighbouring country. Speaking to reporters at an event in Vadodara, Naravane said [] The post Op Sindoor shifted Indias approach to Pak: Naravane appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, AUG 29: The Higher Education Department, J&K, has notified Phase-II of undergraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic session in Government Degree Colleges, with online registration opening on September 1. The admission process is open to candidates who have qualified the 2026 Class 12 biannual, supplementary or private examinations conducted by JKBOSE and other recognised [] The post UG Phase-II admissions open Sept 1 for biannual pass-outs appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi beefs up arms to deal with Cross-Border incursions By TN Ashok Indias decision to acquire the American FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile is more significant than the size of the immediate purchase suggests. It gives the Indian Army a highly mobile, infantry-carried weapon designed to destroy modern armoured vehicles while allowing the soldier [] The post India to acquire US precision-guided Anti-Tank missile Javelin appeared first on Northlines .

Glacial avalanche led to Ice-Rock Tsunami, drowning downstream villages By Sebastian Dipirro At least 389 people are dead and 1,400 missing in the still developing flash flood disaster at the Nepal-China border, with casualty numbers only expected to rise. Shortly after 8:30 a.m. on August 26, a wall of water, ice, and rock came [] The post Disastrous Floods hit Nepal-China border, ravaging Himalayan nation appeared first on Northlines .

Examining the Ideological, Intellectual and Urban Influence Networks After the Decline of Armed Naxalism Col. (Dr.) Dev Anand Lohamaror On 15 August 2026, addressing the nation from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pointed to the changing nature of the Naxal challenge, stating that India had achieved decisive success against armed Naxalism, but that [] The post From Guns to Minds: Is Intellectual Naxalism the New Challenge After Armed Naxalism? appeared first on Northlines .

Er. Prabhat Kishore Bandhs, Hartals, Agitations, Strikes are very frequent in Bharatvarsha and other Asian countries. Amid protest by a political, social or other organization, the Bandh has now become a fashion. It is the shortest and easiest way to highlight their face-value without much preparation and public support. The bandh is said to be [] The post Bandh: Speed-Braker for Nations Development appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 15: India on Friday reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are an inalienable and integral part of the country, while External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the international community should instead focus on the alleged atrocities in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and the use of PoJK for cross-border terrorism. Addressing [] The post India Reaffirms J&K, Ladakh Integral Parts of Country appeared first on Northlines .

NC & BJP all set to grill each other Arvind Sharma JAMMU Tawi, Aug 14: As the government has informed that the 6thAssembly session will be held from 21stof next month onwards, the political activity in the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is most likely to intensify after the Independence Day, with [] The post Political activity to intensify in J&K after Aug 15th appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 14: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has issued fresh guidelines to streamline the filing, scrutiny and listing of cases, directing that petitions, appeals and applications filed up to noon on a working day, after being found complete, be listed on the next working day through the supplementary cause list. [] The post HC streamlines filing, listing of cases appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 14:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, chaired a meeting of the Tourism Department to review the renewed Homestay Policy aimed at expanding homestay infrastructure across Jammu & Kashmir, promoting tourism in unexplored destinations and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities. Describing homestays as the bedrock of tourism in unexplored destinations, the Chief Secretary observed [] The post Homestay Policy a bedrock to boost Sustainable Tourism: CS appeared fi

Satellite phones launched for authorised users Jammu Tawi, Aug 14:Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) on Friday announced an expansion of its telecom network in Jammu and Kashmir, including 4G connectivity in remote and border areas, a Re 1 SIM offer and the launch of satellite phone services. Addressing a launch ceremony at the BSNL Kashmir [] The post BSNL expands 4G reach in J&K, launches Re 1 SIM offer appeared first on Northlines .

LG Sinha congratulates J&K Police Personnel Jammu Tawi, Aug 14:As many as 51 Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel have been selected for gallantry and meritorious service medals on the occasion of Independence Day 2026, according to the official honours list. As per the details obtained, the awardees include 38 recipients of the Medal for Gallantry [] The post 51 JKP personnel to get gallantry, meritorious service medals appeared first on Northlines .

J&K, Ladakh belong to India; World must note PoJK developments New Delhi, Aug 14:Days after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warned that any attempt to stop his countrys water supply would invite a decisive response, India on Friday said there is no change in its position on the Indus Waters Treaty. Ministry of External Affairs [] The post No change in Indus Waters Treaty stance: India appeared first on Northlines .

State party team reports expanded Chinese presence By Vishnu Raja Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has stepped up pressure on the government over allegations that Chinese troops have prevented Army patrols from reaching traditional points in Arunachal Pradesh, turning a localised border dispute into a fresh political confrontation over the handling of China. [] The post Arunachal patrol row sharpens China border dispute appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Parveen Kumar* As the country completes 79 years of freedom, agriculture sector remains the bedrock of Indias growth story all through the last eight decades. The transformation of the sector from shortages and imports to surplus and exports is unparallel and marvelous. Agriculture in India defied Malthusian theory. As per the third [] The post Progressive Farmers, Promising Farms, Prosperous Nation appeared first on Northlines .

Farmers in India, Bangladesh particularly hit By Matein Khalid The Strait of Hormuz is a maritime chokepoint for 20 percent of the worlds crude oil and liquefied natural gas tanker traffic, but its role in the global nitrogen fertiliser trade is even more significant. More than half of all urea and ammonia [] The post Asia, Africa paying a high price for Iran war appeared first on Northlines .

Prof. (Dr.) Jayadeba Sahoo Let your aspirations be united, your hearts united, and your minds united. This ancient invocation from the Rig Veda encapsulates the enduring spirit of national integration and collective aspiration. As India observes its 80th Independence Day in 2026, the occasion offers an opportunity to reflect not only on the sacrifices that [] The post From Swaraj to Surajya: Let the Tricolour Live Within Every Indian Heart appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Aug 14: As many as 53 personnel from Jammu and Kashmir, including 52 from the J&K Police and one from the Home Guard and Civil Defence, have been awarded Gallantry and Service Medals on the occasion of Independence Day 2026. Among the J&K Police awardees, 38 personnel have been conferred the Medal for Gallantry [] The post 53 J&K Personnel Among I-Day Medal Awardees, SSP Shoket Hussain Shah Gets Presidents Medal appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded approval to the Chief Ministers Digital Internship Programme 2026 (Batch-I), a six-month paid internship initiative aimed at providing talented local youth with hands-on experience in emerging areas of technology and digital governance. Executed by the J&K e-Governance Agency, the programme will offer eligible students pursuing BE/B.Tech, M.Tech, [] The post Govt approves CMs Digital Internship Programme appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir on Thursday approved three major heritage conservation projects worth Rs 18.60 crore, aimed at restoring historically and culturally significant sites and strengthening the regions heritage tourism potential. The approved projects include restoration and revival of old heritage structures at Uttervehini Heritage in Samba at a cost of Rs [] The post Govt approves 3 heritage conservation projects appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 13: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday accused the Congress of unfairly disrupting proceedings during the Monsoon Session and said the Opposition was, for the first time, running away from debate despite the government being willing to discuss issues in Parliament. Addressing a press conference after both Houses were adjourned sine [] The post Only One Bill Debated, Govt Blames Congress for Disrupting Monsoon Session appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 13: The Monsoon Session of Parliament ended on Thursday with the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha being adjourned sine die amid repeated Opposition protests, political confrontations and disruptions over issues ranging from police action against agitating students to alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The session, which began [] The post Parliament Monsoon Session Ends Amid Disruptions; Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Aug 13: The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Jammu Zonal Unit, seized 438 grams of suspected heroin and arrested a resident of Kathua during a high-risk operation in the Lower Ragoora area of Jammu, officials said on Thursday. The operation was conducted on the basis of specific intelligence inputs, with NCB personnel navigating wetlands and [] The post NCB Seizes 438 Grams Suspected Heroin in Jammu, One Arrested appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 13: Nearly 73 per cent of students drop out before completing higher secondary education, with the number of schools and enrolment declining sharply as education levels rise, a parliamentary panel has flagged. The observation was made in the Tenth Report of the Committee on Estimates (2026-27) on Budget and Policy aspects for [] The post Nearly 73% Students Drop Out Before Higher Secondary, Flags Parliamentary Panel appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 13: The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Centre and other authorities to consider suggestions submitted by a petitioner seeking binding guidelines on ethics, transparency and accountability in the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-based surveillance and content moderation. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and [] The post SC Asks Authorities to Consider Suggestions on AI Ethics, Surveillance Guidelines appeared first on Northlin

Jammu, Aug 13: Two moderate-intensity earthquakes jolted the Union Territory of Ladakh within a span of nearly four hours on Thursday, triggering concern among residents, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The first and stronger tremor, measuring 5.5 magnitude, struck at 6.05 am, with its epicentre located at latitude 36.88 degrees north and [] The post Two Moderate Earthquakes Jolt Ladakh Within Four Hours appeared first on Northlines .

United Nations, Aug 13: The November 2025 terror attack near Delhis Red Fort has been officially attributed to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), according to a report submitted to the UN Security Council by its Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team. The report, the 38th submitted to the Security Councils 1267 Sanctions Committee on [] The post Al-Qaeda Offshoot Behind Delhis Red Fort Blast: UNSC Report appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi:The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved GOBARdhan, the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme, with a total outlay of Rs.23,731 crore. GOBARdhan marks a defining moment in Indias clean energy journey. It will transform the countrys abundant agricultural residue, cattle dung, press mud, municipal organic waste and other [] The post Cabinet approves GOBARdhan, Indias National Unified Scheme for Compressed Biogas, with an outlay of Rs.23,731 crore ap

Jhansi, Aug 6: Abaan Ahmed, son of slain gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed, was killed in a road accident in Uttar Pradeshs Jhansi district on Thursday while he was reportedly travelling to meet his elder brother, Ali Ahmed, lodged in the district jail. According to police, the accident occurred in the Pooch police station area when the [] The post Gangster Atiq Ahmeds Son Killed in Road Accident While En Route to Meet Jailed Brother appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu/Kargil, Aug 3: Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall and cloudbursts hit several parts of the Kargil region, damaging roads and other infrastructure, disrupting connectivity and prompting rescue and relief operations by the Army, police and civil administration, officials said on Monday. Heavy rain triggered flash floods in Hardass and Tumail villages on Sunday evening, [] The post Flash Floods Hit Kargil Villages After Heavy Rain, Army Launches Rescue Operations appeared first on North

New Delhi, Aug 3: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and the Delhi government on a public interest litigation seeking an alternative venue for protests in place of Jantar Mantar, with the petitioner claiming that the existing site is causing inconvenience to the general public. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, [] The post Jantar Mantar No Longer Fit For Protests? SC Seeks Centre, Delhi Govt Response appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 3: The Delhi High Court on Monday sought the National Investigation Agencys (NIA) response to appeals filed by hardline separatist Aasiya Andrabi and her two associates challenging their conviction in a UAPA case involving allegations of conspiring to wage war against India and membership of a terrorist organisation. A bench of Justices [] The post Delhi HC Seeks NIA Reply On Aasiya Andrabis Appeal Against UAPA Conviction appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 3: UPI users may soon have to give a final confirmation before certain payments are processed, as major banks have proposed an additional confirmation prompt for peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions showing unusual or out-of-pattern behaviour. The proposal has been submitted to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as part of feedback on measures [] The post UPI Payments May Soon Need A Final Yes Before Funds Are Sent: Heres What Banks Proposed appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 3: Opposition MPs, including Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, staged a protest in the Parliament complex on Monday over the alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya and police excesses against student protesters. The MPs gathered near Makar Dwar and raised slogans including chanda chor, gaddi chor and [] The post Opposition MPs Protest Over Ram Temple Donation Row, Police Action Against Students appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 3: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Centre to ensure that every road has a properly demarcated and encroachment-free space for pedestrians, stressing that walkers must be able to use such areas without fear of moving vehicles. A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe asked Additional Solicitor General [] The post SC Directs Centre To Ensure Encroachment-Free Walking Space Along Every Road appeared first on Northlines .

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Aug 02: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has granted administrative approval for the construction of the Prime Ministers Ekta (PM Ekta) Mall at the Jammu Railway Head Complex. According to a government order issued by the Industries and Commerce Department, the ambitious project has been approved at an estimated cost of [] The post PM Ekta Mall at Rail Head Complex gets approval appeared first on Northlines .

Low voter turnout, protests and political accusations deepen unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir Northlines Newsdesk Muzaffarabad, Aug 2: The second phase of the so-called legislative elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) concluded on Sunday amid widespread allegations of electoral rigging, violent incidents, public protests and a low voter turnout, raising fresh questions [] The post Rigging Claims, Violence Mar Second Phase of PoJK Polls appeared first on Northline

There is a dire need to use social media sensibly as this powerful medium of communication has both advantages and disadvantages. It is necessary that people take benefit of these platforms rather than getting involved in wrongful activities, as seen in many cases. In this context, a social media influencer is now in deep trouble [] The post Stop Misusing Social Media appeared first on Northlines .

Virendra Pathariya The arrival of the sacred month of Shravan (Sawan) transforms the spiritual landscape of India. The chants of Har Har Mahadev echo through temples and streets alike. Long queues of devotees gather at Shiva shrines, while pilgrims carrying sacred water (Kanwariyas) walk for miles to offer Ganga water, bel leaves, dhatura, and flowers [] The post Seeking Shiva in Shravan Beyond Temples, Into the Inner Self appeared first on Northlines .

Er. Prabhat Kishore Foundational learning forms the bedrock of a childs educational journey and lifelong development. In a rapidly evolving global landscape, it is imperative to measure not only what students know, but also what they are able to do at different stages of their schooling. Competency-based assessment is the core of meaningful educational reforms. [] The post Foundational Learning Study 2026 appeared first on Northlines .

HYDERABAD, Jul 31: Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police have registered an FIR against Metas India head and operators of Instagram and Facebook over allegations that morphed images and objectionable reels targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi were circulated on the social media platforms. The case was registered on a complaint by T. Saikiran Goud, 32, a Social [] The post Meta India Head Booked in Hyderabad FIR Over Alleged Morphed Content Targeting PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jul 29: Lok Sabha on Wednesday approved a bill to amend the anti-paper leak law with stricter punishment of up to 10 years jail and a Rs 50 lakh fine, amid sloganeering by opposition parties. The Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, with stricter punishment, was introduced in the [] The post Lok Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak Amendment Bill Amid Opposition Sloganeering appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jul 29: Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has sparked fresh controversy by declaring that protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) are enemies on par with India, defending the security forces crackdown that reportedly left more than 30 demonstrators dead. Responding to questions over the escalating unrest, Asif said, I put the protesters [] The post Pakistan Defence Minister Calls PoJK Protesters Enemies Like India Amid Deadly Crackdown appeared first on Northline