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New Delhi, August 26: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has advised the public to maintain heightened vigilance amid a seasonal rise in Influenza A (H1N1) cases, while stressing that there is no cause for panic as most infections are mild and self-limiting. The association cautioned people against taking antibiotics without medical advice, noting that H1N1 [] The post IMA Advises Vigilance Amid Rise in H1N1 Cases appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 26: India on Wednesday strongly rejected observations made by the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD), describing references concerning the country as politically motivated and highly malicious. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it had taken note of the remarks issued by CERD following Indias 11th periodic review [] The post India Rejects UN Racial Discrimination Panels Remarks as Politically Motivated, Malicious appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 26: Two inmates who had escaped from Central Jail Srinagar have been successfully traced and apprehended in Rajasthan, police officials said on Wednesday. The two escapees have been identified as Farman Khan, a resident of Rajasthan, and Mukhtar Ahmad Gojar, a resident of Anantnag. According to officials, both inmates were traced to Rajgarh [] The post Two Central Jail Srinagar Escapees Traced, Apprehended In Rajasthan appeared first on Northlines .

Renews offer to join Omar Abdullah-led ministerial team Srinagar, Aug 26:Ahead of the proposed expansion of the council of ministers, the ruling National Conference (NC) is learnt to have made a fresh offer to the Congress to join Omar Abdullah-led governments ministerial team. Sources told news agency that the NC has conveyed to the Congress [] The post Cabinet expansion: NC reaches out to Congress appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Aug 26: The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Jammu has busted a major cross-border heroin trafficking cartel with the arrest of three persons, including the suspected mastermind, and seizure of 5.16 kg of heroin, officials said on Wednesday. Acting on specific intelligence, the NCB intercepted a vehicle at Panjtirthi in Jammu on Saturday and recovered [] The post NCB Busts Cross-Border Heroin Cartel in Jammu, 3 Held With 5.16 Kg Heroin appeared first on Northlines .

KATHMANDU, Aug 26: A sudden and massive flood swept through northern Nepal on Wednesday morning, causing extensive damage in border settlements of Rasuwa district and prompting authorities to place several downstream districts on high alert. The flood surged through the Bhote Koshi River at around 9 am local time, reportedly from the direction of Tibet. [] The post Massive Flood Sweeps Northern Nepal, Five Districts Put on High Alert appeared first on Northlines .

WASHINGTON, Aug 26: The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa appointments worldwide as the US State Department steps up scrutiny of applicants who could potentially become dependent on government-funded public benefits, according to a Financial Times report. The department has launched a global training programme for consular officers to ensure they assess visa applications more [] The post US Pauses Immigrant Visa Appointments Worldwide Amid Trump Administration Crackdown: Report appe

NEW DELHI, Aug 25: An Indian Harop loitering munition accidentally struck Pakistans Kirana Hills near Sargodha during Operation Sindoor after running critically low on fuel, former Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan said on Tuesday, clarifying that India had not deliberately targeted Pakistans nuclear facilities. Speaking at the Vivekananda Centre in New Delhi, Chauhan [] The post Fuel-Depleted Indian Harop Inadvertently Hit Paks Kirana Hills During Op Sindoor: Ex-CDS Chauhan appeared f

COLOMBO, Aug 26: India enforced the follow-on after bowling Sri Lanka out for 290 on the third day of the second Test on Wednesday, taking a commanding 213-run first-innings lead as Sonal Dinusha hit his second successive Test century. India, who had declared their first innings at 503/9, now lead the two-match series 1-0 after [] The post India Enforce Follow-On After Bowling Sri Lanka Out for 290 appeared first on Northlines .

BEIJING, Aug 25: India and China have agreed to continue efforts towards a political settlement of their boundary dispute while stressing the need to maintain peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday. The understanding was reached during the 25th round of Special Representatives [] The post India-China Agree to Pursue Political Settlement of Boundary Issue: MEA appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 26: The Lok Sabha Secretariat has issued notices to 20 rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs and sought their replies within seven days on disqualification petitions filed by TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee under the anti-defection law, sources said on Wednesday. The notices, dated August 25, include copies of Banerjees petition filed on June [] The post Lok Sabha Secretariat Notifies 20 Rebel TMC MPs, Seeks Replies in 7 Days appeared first on Northlines .

Islamabad, Aug 26: At least 15 infants were reportedly killed after a fire broke out in the gynaecology ward of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), a major public hospital in Pakistans capital, on Wednesday. The incident occurred at around 7 am, with the fire breaking out in a ward where 15 babies were [] The post 15 Infants Reportedly Killed in Fire at Islamabad Hospital appeared first on Northlines .

Ladakh, Aug 26: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested its Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) at one of the worlds highest-altitude drop zones in Ladakh, demonstrating the systems capability to support high-altitude airborne operations under extreme conditions. The trial was conducted at Nyoma in south-eastern Ladakh, close to the Line of [] The post DRDO Successfully Tests Combat Parachute System at High-Altitude Ladakh appeared first on Northlines

Srinagar, Aug 25:The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K on Tuesday said it has chargesheeted a man for allegedly cheating a family by promising to provide cheaper medicines for a cancer patient. In a statement issued, a Spokesperson said the Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet before the Court of Sub-Judge, [] The post Man chargesheeted for cheating cancer patient appeared first on Northlines .

It seems that the enemies of peace in Kashmir want to disrupt the tranquility achieved through sacrifices and hard work of the security personnel and the political class in the country working for this goal for the past over one decade. In this context, the threat letter against Kashmiri Pandits, which is in news, is [] The post Protecting KP Employees appeared first on Northlines .

Managed pluralism to deal with power networks By Asad Mirza Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayevs ongoing political reset in Kazakhstan represents a calculated effort to restructure state power under the narrative of progressive constitutional reform. Following sweeping amendments to the countrys constitutional framework, the establishment of a new unicameral legislature the Kurultai marks a [] The post Tokayevs constitutional gamble in Kazakhstan appeared first on Northlines .

Proposal seen as Baghdads bid for self-preservation Arjavi Indraneesh Iraqs proposal for a joint security council bringing Saudi Arabia and Iran into a formal mechanism is more than another attempt at regional mediation. It reflects Baghdads growing conviction that diplomatic contact between the two powers, while valuable, is no longer sufficient to prevent security [] The post Iraq Tests anew security formula for Saudi-Iran rivalry appeared first on Northlines .

Political Controversy Over the National Song Is Unnecessary and Disturbing Omkar Dattatray It is ironic, unfortunate and disturbing that the countrys National Song, which inspired generations during the freedom struggle and continues to evoke national consciousness and unity, has once again become the subject of political controversy. In a democracy as vast and diverse as [] The post Vande Mataram: A National Symbol Should Rise Above Politics appeared first on Northlines .

J&K advances AgriStack frame work under DILRMP SRINAGAR, AUGUST 25: In a major step towards modernising land administration and creating a more transparent, citizen-centric system of Revenue and Agricultural services, Jammu and Kashmir has accelerated the digitisation and updation of land records while simultaneously preparing the verified land database for integration with the AgriStack framework [] The post Land Records goes Digital, Farmer Services gets Smarter appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. T. S. Kler, Chairman & HOD BLK-Max Heart & Vascular Institute, Chairman Pan Max Electrophysiology, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, Delhi Persistent leg pain or cramping while walking is often dismissed as a sign of ageing, muscle fatigue, or arthritis. However, it could actually be an early warning sign of an underlying heart [] The post Silent Alarm: Why Leg Pain While Walking Could Be an Early Warning Sign of Heart Disease appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi:The parents of nine-month-old Aditi Nilani, who has been diagnosed with the rare and severe genetic disorder Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 2, are making urgent efforts to raise 16 crore for her treatment. Aditi requires a gene therapy drug, which has to be imported from abroad, at an estimated cost of 16 crore. [] The post 16-Crore Lifesaving Appeal for 9-Month-Old Girl Battling Rare SMA appeared first on Northlines .

Leh/Jammu, Aug 25: The Union Agriculture Ministry has constituted a high-level committee to examine the proposal for setting up a dedicated National Sanjeevani Research Centre for Sea Buckthorn in Ladakhs Nubra Valley, officials said. The committee was formed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) on August 21 following a proposal by Lieutenant Governor [] The post Centre Forms Panel to Assess National Sea Buckthorn Research Centre in Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Aug 25: The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) on Tuesday sealed 46 shops at the vegetable market in Indira Chowk for defaulting on rent payments for more than four years, officials said. The sealing action was carried out after the shop allottees failed to clear their outstanding dues despite repeated notices issued by the civic [] The post JMC Seals 46 Indira Chowk Shops Over Four-Year Rent Default appeared first on Northlines .

BEIJING, Aug 25: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Tuesday met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and discussed measures to maintain peace and tranquillity along the border and further improve India-China bilateral ties. Doval, who arrived in Beijing on Monday, held the meeting ahead of the Special Representatives (SR) talks on the India-China boundary question [] The post Doval Meets Chinese Vice President Ahead of India-China Border Talks appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 25: The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) completed a decade of operations on Tuesday, emerging as the backbone of Indias digital payments ecosystem with its annual transaction volume surging nearly 13,000-fold since its launch in 2016. Launched on August 25, 2016, UPI has transformed the way people make payments by providing an interoperable [] The post UPI Turns 10, Transaction Volume Surges Nearly 13,000-Fold appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 25: Security forces arrested two suspected over ground workers (OGWs) of terrorists and recovered a pistol, 12 rounds of ammunition and a hand grenade from their possession in the Yarwan forest area of Pulwama district, officials said on Tuesday. The arrests were made during a joint operation by Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army [] The post Two Suspected Terror Associates Arrested in Pulwama, Arms Recovered appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 25: With H1N1 influenza cases rising sharply in the national capital, doctors have warned that children, elderly persons, pregnant women and individuals with chronic illnesses remain the most vulnerable to severe infection and complications. According to Delhi health department data, the city has reported over 2,300 Influenza-A cases this year, including more [] The post H1N1 Cases Surge in Delhi; Children, Elderly Among Most Vulnerable, Say Doctors appeared first on Northlines .

Says 200 free units to be provided to eligible consumers;Calls threats to Pandit employees serious Srinagar, Aug 24:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday defended the governments decision to increase electricity tariffs by 6.83%, saying those questioning the hike should also remember that previous governments had raised power rates by more than 14%. The Chief Minister [] The post Omar defends power tariff hike, cites 14% rise by previous Govts appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 24:Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally hot and humid weather over the coming days, with brief spells of rain and thundershowers at scattered places, the Meteorological Centre here said on Monday. According to the latest forecast brief spells of rain or thundershowers are likely at scattered places during the early [] The post Hot, humid weather to prevail, brief rain spells likely appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 24:The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah on Monday rolled out a phased plan to upgrade 714 High Schools into full-fledged K-12 composite institutions. The decision was taken in a review meeting on Monday chaired by CM Omar Abdullah. K-12 education refers to the system of public and private primary and [] The post Govt to upgrade 714 High Schools into K-12 appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 24:Two persons fell into the Chenab River at Murnall Nalla in the Bunjwah area of Kishtwar district on Monday, prompting a search operation, officials said. An official said that the two persons fell into the river this afternoon under circumstances that are yet to be ascertained. He said that soon after the [] The post Duo falls into Chenab in Kishtwar, search Op launched appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 24:The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K on Monday arrested a Budgam man in connection with an alleged Rs 2 crore investment fraud case, officials said. In a statement issued, a Spokesperson said the EOW Kashmir arrested Junaid Ul Islam, son of Nazir Ahmad Baba, a resident of Alamdar Colony, [] The post Man arrested in Rs 2 Cr investment fraud case appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 24:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today directed the School Education Department to complete its inquiry into the heinous incident in Kishtwar involving a young schoolgirl on an expeditious basis, so that stringent and exemplary action can be ensured in the matter. The Chief Minister directed the concerned authorities to complete the inquiry within one [] The post CM directs fast probe into Kishtwar schoolgirl incident appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Aug 24 : Three families comprising 10 members were evacuated as a precautionary measure after land subsidence and cracks in residential houses were reported in a village in Ramban district, officials said on Monday. The land subsidence at Kulthi Chakka Kundi in Tehsil Rajgarh, along the banks of the Chenab River, triggered panic [] The post Three families evacuated after land subsidence in Ramban appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Aug 24: Police have registered an FIR against a senior National Conference (NC) leader over his alleged derogatory and provocative remarks against the BJP in Drass district of Ladakh a few days ago, officials said on Monday. The complainant, BJP district president, Drass Fayaz Ahmed Qari, alleged that NC territorial vice president Ghulam Rasool [] The post NC leader booked over provocative remarks in Ladakh appeared first on Northlines .

by Gollamudi Radha Krishna Murty During colonial rule, as India was reeling under scarce scientific infrastructure, a visionary philanthropist, Dr Mahendra Lal Sarcar, came forward to establish an institution entirely funded by his earnings from his medical practice, where Indians could pursue science through original research. Thus, the Indian Association for the Cultivation of [] The post Hail to Pioneers: The Legacy of IACS appeared first on Northlines .

New Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani alliance has many uncertainties By Roger Mckenzie We should view the new military pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan as a reaction to the increasingly unstable times in which welive. As a great part of the cause of these unstable times is down to the actions of the [] The post Is Mecca Pact a counterweight to Israel, or simply a Muslim NATO? appeared first on Northlines .

Humanitarian situation becomes more complicated than ever before By Tajul Islam The Arakan Army (AA), an ethnic armed organization based in Myanmars Rakhine State, is seeking to consolidate its influence through more than battlefield gains. Researchers, analysts and people familiar with developments along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border say the group is also using ethnic [] The post Arakan Armys Dream State and emerging security challenge for Bangladesh appeared first on Northlines .

It seems that all is not well as far as security level in the jails across Jammu and Kashmir is concerned. The report regarding the escape of two inmates from a high-security Central Jail in Srinagar is a matter of grave concern. The incident has raised many questions about the level of security in the [] The post Augment Jails security appeared first on Northlines .

Rayees Ahmad Kumar Marriages are strongly recommended in Islam. The Prophet (PBUH) says, Nikah is my Sunnah; whoever denies it is not among us, and we have nothing to do with him. It is through marriages that a clan is preserved and its roots give rise to new branches. When nikah becomes expensive, zina becomes [] The post Austerity in Marriage appeared first on Northlines .

Trkiye, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Syria and the Changing Security Equation for Bharat By Col. (Dr.) Dev Anand Lohamaror The geopolitical developments unfolding across West Asia and South Asia in August 2026 point towards an emerging strategic realignment that Bharat cannot afford to ignore. On August 7, Saudi Arabia, Trkiye and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint [] The post From Mecca to Damascus and Dhaka: The Making of a New Strategic Axis? appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 24: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said three fugitive gangsters linked to the Bambiha Gang, wanted for multiple crimes including cross-border arms and narco-trafficking, have been deported from Malaysia. Indian agencies have facilitated the deportation of 51 hardened criminals in 2026 alone. In a message on X, his [] The post 3 Fugitives Linked To Bambiha Gang Deported From Malaysia appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Aug 24: The All PM Package Employees Forum Kashmir has sought immediate enhancement of security arrangements for Kashmiri Pandit employees working in the Valley following the emergence of a fresh threat. In a representation submitted to the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, the forum expressed serious concern over the safety [] The post Kashmiri Pandit Employees Seek Security Boost After Fresh Threat Poster appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Aug 24: Vehicle owners and motorists may soon have to adjust to stricter headlight rules as the government plans changes aimed at reducing glare and improving visibility on roads, particularly at night and during poor weather conditions. According to a report, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed amendments to the [] The post New Headlight Rules Soon: What Vehicle Owners Need To Know appeared first on Northlines .

PITHORAGARH, Aug 24: The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 through the Lipulekh Pass route in Uttarakhands Pithoragarh district concluded successfully on Sunday, with all 477 pilgrims completing the pilgrimage in 10 batches, officials said. The yatra, which commenced on July 4, saw pilgrims undertake the journey through the high-altitude Lipulekh route and have darshan of Mount [] The post Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Sikkims Nathu La route concludes appeared first on Northlines .

CHANDIGARH, Aug 24: Punjab Police have dismantled three arms and drug trafficking networks in Amritsar with the arrest of five persons and recovery of 6.311 kg of heroin and nine pistols, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Monday. The arrests and seizures were made during an operation aimed at disrupting illegal arms and [] The post 6.3 Kg Heroin, Nine Pistols Seized In Amritsar; Five Held appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 24: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre, Jharkhand government and the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) on a plea seeking an independent and time-bound CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Combined Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025. A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant and comprising [] The post SC Seeks Centre, Jharkhand Govt Response On Plea For CBI Probe Into JPSC Exam appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 24: The Supreme Court has agreed to hear on Tuesday a plea by journalist Abhishek Upadhyay challenging an FIR registered against him by Ghaziabad police in an alleged road rage case, which he claims was filed to harass him over his reporting on alleged irregularities in the handling of donations at the [] The post SC To Hear Journalists Plea Against FIR Over Alleged Road Rage Case appeared first on Northlines .

AMRAVATI, Aug 24: Three newborn babies died after a fire broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the Amravati District Womens Hospital in Maharashtra early Monday, triggering an emergency evacuation of dozens of infants, officials said. The fire reportedly erupted around 3:30 am after a ventilator exploded on the hospitals third floor, [] The post Three Newborns Die In Fire At Amravati Hospital After Ventilator Blast appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Aug 24: The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has called for a nationwide strike on September 11 over the delay in implementing five-day banking, differences over the performance-linked incentive (PLI) scheme and several pending demands, including pension-related issues. The umbrella body of nine bank employees and officers unions has also warned of [] The post Bank Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike On Sep 11 Over 5-Day Banking, Pension Demands appeared first on Northlines .