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London, Jul 13: A 40-year-old Hindu temple in the UK city of Peterborough has approached the High Court against a local councils decision to sell the land on which it operates to a mosque, triggering a legal dispute that has also stirred concerns within sections of the local community. The Bharat Hindu Samaj (BHS) temple, [] The post UK Councils Sale of 40-Year-Old Hindu Temple Site to Mosque Sparks High Court Battle appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Shafiq Ahmed, Senior Director Urology, Andrology & Renal Transplant, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men worldwide. The good news is that when detected early, it is highly treatable and, in many cases, completely curable. Advances in medical technology have transformed the way prostate cancer [] The post Eradicating Prostate Cancer with Robotic Surgery: A Safer, More Precise Treatment Option appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, July 13: The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) on Monday arrested an aircraft maintenance engineer of a private airline after allegedly recovering heroin from his possession, triggering a wider investigation into a suspected nexus between airport personnel and interstate drug syndicates operating in Ladakh. The accused, identified as 22-year-old Ajay Thakur, a resident of Himachal [] The post Private Airline Engineer Arrested With Heroin in Leh; Probe Expands Into Airport-Drug Nexus appeared

Lahore, July 13: A historic gurdwara in Pakistans Lahore, associated with the sixth Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib, has reopened to devotees for the first time since the 1947 Partition, ending nearly 79 years of closure following extensive restoration of the shrine. Gurdwara Patshahi Chhevin, located at Amar Sidhu on the Lahore-Kasur road, was [] The post Historic Lahore Gurdwara Reopens After 79 Years, Ending Post-Partition Closure appeared first on Northlines .

Bengaluru, July 13: Two Pakistani nationals have been arrested in Karnatakas Chikkaballapur district for allegedly obtaining Indian voter identity cards and ration cards by concealing their nationality, police said. The arrests come amid a political controversy over the Karnataka governments proposal to issue Permanent Residence Certificates (PRCs). The accused, identified as Farah Naz and her [] The post 2 Pakistani Nationals Arrested in Karnataka for Allegedly Obtaining Voter IDs, Ration Cards

Bangkok, July 13: At least 27 people were killed and more than 60 others injured after a massive fire ripped through a bar in Thailands capital, Bangkok, shortly after midnight, authorities said. According to officials, the victims include nine men and 18 women. More than 60 injured people have been admitted to hospitals, where they [] The post 27 killed, over 60 injured in Bangkok Bar Fire appeared first on Northlines .

Ramban, July 13: Eighteen Amarnath Yatra pilgrims sustained minor injuries after a multi-vehicle collision involving two Jammu and Kashmir Road Transport Corporation (JKRTC) buses, a car and a private bus at Langar Point in the Chanderkote area of Ramban district on Monday, officials said. Deputy Commissioner Ramban said the accident occurred when two JKRTC buses, [] The post 18 Amarnath Pilgrims Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision at Ramban appeared first on Northlines .

Total rises to 32 in major administrative reorganisation Leh, July 12: In a major administrative reform, the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh has approved the creation of 17 new Tehsils, significantly restructuring the Union Territorys revenue administration to strengthen governance at the grassroots level and improve the delivery of public services. With the latest decision, the [] The post 17 New Tehsils approved for Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Says BJP failing J&K by stalling restoration of statehood Jammu Tawi: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday launched a sharp attack against the BJP, accusing it of engineering political defections across the country, practising back-door politics and failing to honour its promise to restore Jammu and Kashmirs statehood. The chief [] The post Omar accuses BJP of back-door politics appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR: Two cloudbursts struck south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Saturday late evening, triggering flash floods in Shangus and Pahalgam, damaging agricultural land and inundating several huts and hotels, officials said. The first cloudburst hit the upper reaches of Chatergul in the Shangus area, causing the Aaripath stream to swell rapidly. Floodwaters carrying mud and [] The post Twin cloudbursts trigger flash floods in Anantnags Shangus, Pahalgam; no casualties reported appeared first on

Dr. Parveen Kumar* India has been predominantly a rural country with two thirds of its population still residing in rural areas. Indias 70% workforce belongs to rural areas. Father of Nation Late Mahatma Gandhi had once remarked that India lives in her villages. The rural growth and development drive the overall growth and development of [] The post KVKs: Propelling Rural Development through Agriculture appeared first on Northlines .

Puran Chand Sharma The story of Captain Vikram Batra is not merely one of military bravery; it is a saga of patriotism, courage, leadership, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to duty. His life and supreme sacrifice during the 1999 Kargil War transformed him into a national icon and an eternal inspiration for generations of Indians. Early [] The post Captain Vikram Batra: A Kargil War Hero Who Lives Beyond Death appeared first on Northlines .

The tragic drowning of three minor children in a pond at Chack Bhagwana village in the Jourian area of Akhnoor subdivision while they were taking a bath is yet another painful reminder that a number of water bodies across J&K remain silent death traps. It is more agonizing for the families who face such [] The post Make Water bodies safer! appeared first on Northlines .

By Col Dev Anand Lohamaror The debate over Irans regional strategy is no longer confined to the Middle East. It has become a question that concerns every nation dependent upon secure sea lanes, uninterrupted energy supplies, and a rules-based international order. The central issue is simple: can armed proxy organisations continue to operate under [] The post Can Terror Proxies Be Shielded Under Diplomatic Cover? When the World Becomes the Hostage appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, July 11: In a major breakthrough in its sustained counter-terrorism operations, the State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir has secured an Interpol Red Corner Notice (RCN) against designated Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Imtiyaz Ahmad Kandoo alias Fayaz alias Sajad, the prime accused in the 2013 Tarzoo (Hygam) terror attack in Sopore that claimed the lives of [] The post SIA Kashmir Secures Interpol Red Corner Notice Against Hizbul Commander Wanted in 2013 Tarzoo Terror Attack appeared

PANCHKULA, July 11: The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its All India Weather Summary and Forecast Bulletin issued at 8:24 am on Saturday, has forecast an active monsoon spell over northwest India during the next six days. The weather office has warned of heavy rainfall over Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, [] The post Heavy Rain Likely In Haryana, Delhi, Punjab, Himachal, J&K Till Mid-July; IMD Issues Weather Warning appeared first on Northlines .

Anantnag, July 11: In a major security success during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Anantnag Police on Saturday detained an alleged Over Ground Worker (OGW) after the Facial Recognition System (FRS) generated a real-time alert at the X-Ray Point of Nunwan Base Camp. According to police, the detained individual has been identified as [] The post Anantnag Police Detains OGW After Facial Recognition System Alert At Nunwan Base Camp appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, July 11: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday alleged that attempts are being made to destabilize the National Conference (NC)-led government by luring its legislators with huge monetary offers, ministerial positions and promises linked to the restoration of statehood. Addressing National Conference workers during the 26th death anniversary of Begum [] The post MLA Offered 2030 Crore, Ministerial Berth To Defect: CM Omar Alleges Bid To Topple NC Govt appeared fir

Jammu, Jul 11: A notorious drug peddler was detained under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act in Udhampur district, while four others were arrested with heroin and poppy straw in separate operations across Samba, Kathua and Rajouri districts, police said on Saturday. Police identified the detainee as [] The post Notorious Drug Peddler Detained Under PIT-NDPS Act; Four Others Held With Narcotics in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Jul 11: The tenth batch of more than 9,000 Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Friday for the twin base camps of Baltal and Pahalgam in south Kashmir Himalayas amid tight security arrangements. Officials said 9,182 pilgrims departed early morning in a convoy of 333 vehicles, including [] The post 10th batch of over 9,000 Amarnath pilgrims leaves Jammu base camp appeared first on Northlines .

UNITED NATIONS, Jul 11: The United Nations has granted Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) to US-based non-profit HemAth Inc, enabling the organisation to actively engage with UN bodies and advocate globally for displaced and underserved Kashmiri women. The accreditation marks a major milestone for HemAth, which was founded to empower [] The post UN Grants ECOSOC Status to HemAth, Boosting Global Voice for Displaced Kashmiri Women appeared first on Northline

VISAKHAPATNAM, July 11: Future wars may be fought with Artificial Intelligence, but they will still be won by national resolve, trained soldiers and robust military power, Defence Minister Rajanth Singh said on Saturday. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of INA Mahendragiri here, Singh also said Andhra Pradesh has emerged as a new powerhouse of [] The post Future Wars Will Still Be Won By Resolve And Soldiers, Not Just AI: DM Rajnath Singh appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jul 11: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has capped the retail prices of 39 essential medicines and revised the prices of Calcium and Vitamin D3 tablets and Anti-Rabies Immunoglobulin injection, aiming to improve affordability and ensure the availability of critical medicines across the country. According to official notifications, the NPPA has fixed [] The post NPPA Caps Prices of 39 Essential Medicines, Revises Rates for Anti-Rabies Injection appeared first on No

Safety, comfort, seamless pilgrimage top priority, says Sinha SRINAGAR, Jul 10: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday reviewed the arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 at the Baltal Base Camp and directed all departments to ensure a safe, smooth and hassle-free pilgrimage. He ordered zero tolerance against overcharging, fake registrations, fraudulent practices and [] The post 1.70 lakh pilgrims perform darshan in first 8 days appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jul 10:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the National Conference (NC) is awaiting permission to hold its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 20, the opening day of Parliaments Monsoon Session, to press for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs statehood. The NC has invited 52 political and religious [] The post NC awaiting nod for Statehood protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, July 10 : Police on Friday conducted a search and cordon operation (CASO), an area domination exercise and sanitised a railway track in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district as part of heightened security measures during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, officials said. The 57-day pilgrimage to the cave shrine began July 3 via the [] The post Police conduct Search-Op in Samba appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jul 10 : The fifth edition of the Jammu Film Festival has received an overwhelming response from filmmakers worldwide, with 180 entries from 35 countries submitted ahead of the July 31 deadline, the organisers said on Friday. The submissions include 130 short films, 35 documentaries and 17 feature films representing diverse cultures, languages [] The post Jammu Film Festival receive 180 entries from 35 countries appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jul 10: A 61-year-old Amarnath Yatra pilgrim from Nepal died after falling seriously ill in Banihal while on his return journey from the cave shrine, officials said. The deceased, identified as Krishan Dev Thakur, a resident of Mohatri in Kathmandu, became unconscious near the Navyuga Tunnel in Banihal while returning through the Baltal [] The post Amarnath Yatra: Nepal pilgrim dies after falling ill; 6 injured in vehicle overturns appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jul 10: In view of recent concerns regarding books available in institutional libraries and the procurement of educational material, the School Education Department and Higher Education Department of Jammu and Kashmir have issued comprehensive circulars. The action has been taken in pursuance of the directions of the government. The circulars prescribe a structured institutional [] The post Framework notified for evaluation of books, academic material appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jul 10: Director General of Police J&K, Shri Nalin Prabhat, IPS, today chaired a security review meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir with senior officers from the Army, CAPFs, intelligence agencies, and the Jammu & Kashmir Police. During the meeting, senior officers presented detailed assessments of the security measures currently in place and shared [] The post DGP for coordinated Ops, prompt intel for robust security appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jul 10: A total of 6000 candidates appeared in National Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (NMMSS) 2025-26 examination out of enrolled 6644 candidates, registering an overall attendance of 90.30%. The examination was successfully conducted by the J&K BOSE under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of the Government of India aimed at identifying and supporting meritorious students belonging [] The post 91 pc enrolled students take up NMMSS Exam: JKBOSE appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jul 10: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday filed charge sheets against six separatist leaders of the Hurriyat Conference, including Shabir Ahmad Shah, in connection with a 1996 case of mob violence and firing on police personnel in Srinagar. Besides Shah, the charge sheet filed before the NIA Special Court, Jammu, has [] The post 1996 Srinagar Violence: NIA files charge sheets against 6 separatist leaders appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jul 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered a fresh reshuffle in the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS), transferring and posting three officers with immediate effect in the interest of administration. According to Government Order No. 1197-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated July 10, 2026, issued by the General Administration Department (GAD), [] The post 3 JKAS officers transferred appeared first on Northlines .

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Jul 10: The Government of the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on Friday ordered the stepping of the pay level of the Twenty Six (26) employees of the Secretariat from level 8 to level 8-A with massive hike in salary. As per the order issued by the General [] The post Govt orders massive hike in pay for Secretariat employees appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri, Jul 10:Seven people, including six children, were hospitalised after a suspected case of food poisoning in the Kotranka area of Rajouri district, officials said on Friday. According to reports, the affected persons fell ill after consuming wild vegetables collected from nearby forests. They were initially admitted to a local hospital and later referred to [] The post Seven Hospitalised after suspected Food Poisoning appeared first on Northlines .

Centre has to consider resumption of screening in the Zees as early as possible By T N Ashok A film delayed for years. A censor battle unlike any other. An OTT release that lasted barely two days. And a story that refuses to disappear. By the time Satluj briefly appeared on ZEE5 this week, [] The post The Film they couldnt bury: How Satluj reopened Punjabs deepest wounds appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Mar 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday termed the prevailing situation in West Asia as worrisome, saying it is adversely affecting the global economy and peoples livelihoods. Making a statement in the Lok Sabha, Modi said the ongoing crisis, which has continued for over three weeks, has posed significant economic and humanitarian [] The post West Asia Crisis Worrisome, Impacting Economy, Lives: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .