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Jammu Tawi, Jun 9: To facilitate the travel of pilgrims during the upcoming Somvati Amavasya, the Northern Railways Jammu division will operate a special train service between Katra and Haridwar next week, an official said on Tuesday. The special train (No. 04606) will depart from Katra in Jammu and Kashmir at 6.15 pm on June [] The post Railways to run Spl Katra-Haridwar Train on Somvati Amavasya appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU TAWI, June 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has posted Asgar Hussain, JKAS, as the Special Secretary to the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah with immediate effect. According to an official order issued by the General Administration Department, Hussain, who was previously awaiting orders of adjustment, has been deployed to the high-profile role in the [] The post Asgar posted as Spl Secy to CM appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 9 : The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday launched a Rs 2.47 crore flood protection project at Fattu Kotli near Jammu aimed at strengthening the left bank of the Chenab River and reducing the risk of erosion and flood damage to nearby habitations and infrastructure. J&K Jal Shakti Minister Javed Ahmed [] The post Rs 2.47 Cr flood protection launched along Chenab River appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 9: A 14-year-old Pakistani boy was detained by the Army after crossing the Line of Control (LoC) into the Indian side in Poonch district on Tuesday, officials said. The teenager was intercepted by the alert troops in the forward area shortly after he crossed the border in Nagri Tekri area of Mendhar [] The post Pak teen detained along LoC appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jun 9 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic milestone in Indian politics by becoming the longest-serving head of an elected government in the country. With this, PM Modi has surpassed Pawan Kumar Chamling, who held office as Chief Minister of Sikkim for 8,930 days. He has now completed 8,931 days [] The post Modi becomes longest-serving elected PM of India appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jun 9:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting attended by the concerned Administrative Secretaries to assess the implementation and saturation of individual beneficiary-oriented schemes being executed by various departments across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary stressed the need for ensuring complete saturation of all eligible beneficiaries under [] The post CS calls for saturation of beneficiary-oriented schemes in J&K appear

Srinagar, Jun 09:The Jammu & Kashmir small hydropower sector has welcomed the Union Governments new Rs 2,584 crore Small Hydro Power Development Scheme (202631) and the expansion of early warning systems for glacial lakes, calling them key steps for boosting clean energy, investment, and disaster safety in the Himalayan region. In a statement issued, a [] The post J&K small hydropower sector hails Centres new hydro safety push appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jun 9:The Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) has extended the closure of the Gulmarg Gondola indefinitely, two weeks after a major technical malfunction left more than 300 tourists stranded mid-air and triggered a massive rescue operation. In a fresh communique, the corporation stated that the Gondola will remain closed for tourists until [] The post Gulmarg Gondola closure extended indefinitely appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 9:The J&K Private Hospitals and Dialysis Centres Association (JKPHDA) has announced its proposed de-empanelment from the Ayushman BharatSEHAT Scheme with effect from July 1, 2026, citing prolonged delays in reimbursement of claims, financial distress, and alleged non-compliance with National Health Authority (NHA) guidelines. The development could significantly impact healthcare delivery across Jammu [] The post Pvt Hospitals threaten exit from AB-PMJAY SEHAT over pending dues ap

Jammu Tawi, Jun 9:The government Tuesday said that mother tongue and home language shall be used as the primary medium of instruction in early years in schools of Jammu and Kashmir with gradual bridging to additional languages. It also ordered the school administration to ensure that by the end of Grade II, every child reads [] The post J&K mandates mother tongue, home language in schools appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 9:The Jammu & Kashmir on Tuesday appointed Suresh Kumar Gupta, a retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer, as chairperson of J&K State Water Resources Regulatory Authority. In an order, Gupta has been appointed a head of the J&K State Water Resources Regulatory Authority. In exercise of the powers conferred by section 139 [] The post Suresh appointed as SWRRA head appeared first on Northlines .

MeT predicts widespread wet spell from June 11 to 14 Srinagar, Jun9:Several parts of Kashmir witnessed hailstorms and heavy rainfall on Tuesday, bringing temporary relief from rising temperatures, while the Meteorological Department forecast a significant change in weather across Jammu and Kashmir from June 11, with thunderstorms, gusty winds and intense showers likely at many [] The post Heat-wave in Jammu, Hailstorms, rain hit Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

Will serve as lifeline for Ladakh & JK by ensuring all-weather connectivity Highway development worth 1.35 lakh crore underway in J&K DelhiAmritsarKatra Expressway to strengthen regional linkages Jammu Tawi, Jun 9:Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday termed the Zojila Tunnel breakthrough a golden chapter in Indias infrastructure history, saying it [] The post Zojila Tunnel breakthrough a landmark achievement: Gadkari appeared first on Northlines .

JK Govt accords sanction to Rs 386 Cr Project Arvind Sharma JAMMU Tawi, Jun 09: To overcome the ever increasing traffic load in Jammu City and also to streamline the traffic, the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has started ground work for another flyover here starting from Akhnoor road near Pawan Ice-cream right upto [] The post New flyover proposed from Akhnoor Road to B.C. Road appeared first on Northlines .

For wall-street, deaths matter little, multi-billion business opportunity means big By T N Ashok The most interesting story is not merely that U.S. defense contractors profited from the Iran war, but that financial markets began pricing in those profits even before the first missiles struck. Investors anticipated a long cycle of missile replenishment, drone [] The post How Iran war immensely benefitted five major weapons companies of U.S. appeared first on Northlines .

By Omkar Dattatray Empty, deserted, shallow, and hollow homes are the by-products of modern busy life. In other words, empty homes are the consequence of a hectic and fast-paced lifestyle. We are unfortunately living in a world where name, fame, power, and money are the sole considerations. In this materialistic world, men and women work [] The post Busy Lives, Empty Homes A Modern Social Paradox appeared first on Northlines .

by P. Mohan Chandran How the Rupee, BRICS & Strategic Autonomy Became Indias New Battlefield Is a nation attacked only when missiles cross its borders? Is sovereignty lost only when armies march through its gates? Can a currency chart become a battlefield? Can a headline become a weapon? Can panic do what gunpowder once did? [] The post The Invisible Siege appeared first on Northlines .

Puran Chand Sharma INTRODUCTION Dharma, politics and humanity are three powerful forces that shape civilization. Dharam provides moral and spiritual guidance, politics organizes collective life and governance, while humanity represents compassion, dignity, and concern for the welfare of all. A healthy society requires a harmonious balance among these three. When one dominates at the [] The post Dharma, Politics, and Humanity: Comparative significance and flaws appeared first on Northlines .

It is intriguing that various authorities responsible for conducting professional entrance examinations are consistently proving to be incompetent or corrupt as discrepancies have been witnessed all across the country with J&K being no exception. The major examinations that saw the paper leaks or were cancelled on account of improper handling include NEET-UG 2024, UGC-NET [] The post Corruption, Insensitivity Rule the Roost appeared first on Northlines .

Lucknow, June 9: In a major step towards providing high-speed broadband connectivity to villages across Uttar Pradesh, accelerating digital inclusion, and creating self-employment opportunities for youth, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday launched Project Ganga. The project will ensure last-mile digital connectivity in rural areas while expanding opportunities in digital education, telemedicine, e-governance, skill development, [] The post Project Ganga to become the new foundation of di

TORONTO, June 9: Pro-Khalistan events held in Canada over the weekend have sparked controversy after featuring violent imagery, including a reenactment of the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, despite recent calls by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney against importing foreign conflicts into the country. The events were organised in the Greater Toronto [] The post Indira Gandhi Assassination Reenacted at Pro-Khalistan Rally in Vancouver appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, June 8: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has extended the manual acceptance of challans filed by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Jammu and Kashmir, till July 31, 2026, while making it clear that no further extension will be granted thereafter. The extension was ordered by the Office of the Registrar General [] The post J&K High Court Extends Manual Filing of ACB Challans Till July 31 appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, June 9: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has stressed the growing importance of mediation in commercial dispute resolution, saying it is no longer merely an alternative mechanism but an essential tool for achieving timely, amicable and lasting settlements. Delivering a lecture at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom on Monday, [] The post CJI Surya Kant Advocates Mediation, Flags Growing Challenges in Arbitration appeared first on Northlines .

Rajouri, June 9: A massive forest fire broke out across several locations in the Rajouri Forest Division on Tuesday, triggering an extensive firefighting operation by the Forest Department, Forest Protection Force (FPF), and local residents to prevent the blaze from spreading further. The fire has affected forest areas in Khadian, Androla, Chakkli, Miahadi and the [] The post Massive Forest Fire Engulfs Multiple Areas in Rajouri, Firefighting Operations Intensified appeared first on Northlines .

MINIMARG (Ladakh), June 9: A major milestone was achieved in the construction of the strategically important Zojila Tunnel on Tuesday as engineers successfully completed the final breakthrough, bringing the long-awaited dream of all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh a step closer to reality. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari triggered the breakthrough [] The post Zojila Tunnel Breakthrough Achieved, All-Weather Kashmir-Ladakh Link Nears Reality appeared f

HAMILTON, June 9: Artificial intelligence could account for nearly 3 per cent of the worlds electricity consumption by 2030 and use more water for cooling than the annual drinking water needs of the global population, according to a new United Nations report that highlights the growing environmental costs of AI. The report cautions that improvements [] The post AI Could Soon Use 3% of Global Electricity and More Water Than the World Drinks, Warns UN appeared first on Northlines .

UNITED NATIONS, June 9: India launched a strong attack on Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, accusing it of causing civilian suffering through airstrikes in Afghanistan, promoting misinformation through its Fitna al Hindustan directive, and weaponising trade and transit access against Afghanistan. Addressing a UN Security Council meeting on the situation in Afghanistan on [] The post India Slams Pakistan at UN, Condemns Airstrikes on Afghanistan and Fitna al Hindustan Narrative app

Srinagar, June 9: Security forces have foiled an alleged illegal arms movement in Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla district with the recovery of two pistols, magazines and live ammunition during a joint operation, police said on Tuesday. The operation began on June 7 when a joint team of Baramulla Police and the Armys 52 Rashtriya Rifles [] The post J&K: Two Pistols, Ammunition Recovered From Baramulla appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 8:Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh reviewed operational preparedness and infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control during a three-day visit to the strategically sensitive Leh sector from June 5 to 7, the Defence Ministry said. During his visit, Singh held detailed discussions with senior military commanders at the Headquarters of 14 Corps, [] The post Defence Secy reviews operational preparedness at Leh appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Jun 8:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday urged INDIA bloc allies to join the National Conferences protests in New Delhi over the restoration of Jammu & Kashmirs statehood. In a post on X, Omar, during the INDI Alliances meeting in New Delhi today, called on coalition partners to participate in the NCs protests over [] The post Omar asks INDI Bloc to support NCs Statehood protest appeared first on Northlines .

Tunnel to provide all-weather connectivity to Ladakh Jammu Tawi, Jun8:Indias longest tunnel project at Zojila, a Rs 6,500-crore strategic infrastructure initiative, is set to achieve a major breakthrough on Tuesday, with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari scheduled to attend the ceremony. An official said that Gadkari will visit Sonamarg on Tuesday [] The post Gadkari to trigger breakthrough blast of Zojila Tunnel today appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Jun 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the various welfare measures undertaken by his government in the last 12 years, saying India has witnessed many transformations and at the core of these changes is the welfare of the poor. On the completion of the second year of his third term, Modi [] The post India witnessed many transformations in last 12 yrs: PM appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, Jun 8: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday held a meeting with Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo and discussed issues pertaining to teacher education institutions. He also reviewed the progress of school and higher education initiatives in the Union Territory. The meeting focused on teacher training, institutional development, skilling and [] The post Centre, J&K committed on access to quality education: Pradhan appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 8: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited the Mubarak Mandi heritage complex in old city here and also inspected the damage caused to an ancient temple in its close vicinity. Accompanied by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, the Lt Governor reviewed the ongoing restoration and conservation works at the [] The post LG inspects damage to ancient temple in Mubarak Mandi appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 8 : Extensive preparations are underway for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, with authorities working to provide improved facilities and services for pilgrims compared to last year, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo said on Monday. He expressed confidence that pilgrims will have a smooth and comfortable experience during the 57-day yatra [] The post Pilgrims to get better facilities during Amarnath yatra: CS appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Jun 8: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has sanctioned key infrastructure projects worth7.05 crore under the Capex Budget aimed at strengthening facilities and enhancing welfare measures for Kashmiri migrants residing in Jammu. The approved projects include the construction of a Multipurpose Community Hall at Migrant Camp Muthi, [] The post Rs 7 Cr for strengthening infrastructure for Kashmiri Migrants appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Jun 8 : As thousands of pilgrims gear up for the annual pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high Amarnath cave shrine next month, police in Kathua have activated a multi-layered security grid, blending drone surveillance, highway domination and intensified ground-level checks along the yatra route. At a security-review-cum-coordination meeting at district police lines Kathua on [] The post Multi-layer security net planned for Amarnath pilgrims appeared first on Northlines .

By Dr. Neha Lohamaror As societies around the world grapple with rising mental health crises, growing social isolation, and education systems dominated by standardized performance metrics, a fundamental question demands renewed attention: What is the true purpose of education? For centuries, education has largely been viewed as a mechanism for knowledge acquisition and employment preparation. [] The post Rethinking the Purpose of Modern Education Through the Panch Kosh appeared first on Northlin

Many countries still use WPI-Based inflation tracking By Nantoo Banerjee It is good that the government has finally decided to introduce the Producer Price Index (PPI) as a more reliable inflation tracker than the Wholesale Price Index (WPI). However, it may not be desirable to dump WPI entirely after a period of the next [] The post Producer Price Index is welcome though WPI needed not be dumped appeared first on Northlines .

Former state BJP President is eyeing for a role in 2029 Lok Sabha polls By Kalyani Shankar K. Annamalai, the former head of the BJP in Tamil Nadu, has taken significant steps this week to shape his political future, including meeting with top BJP leaders in Delhi and announcing his departure from the party, [] The post Annamalai to set up his own political party to take on Vijay in Tamil Nadu appeared first on Northlines .

By Er. Rajesh Pathak, Bhopal Flute player and painter Birsa Munda was born in a Janjati (Scheduled Tribe) village in Jharkhand called Ulihatu on November 15, 1875. Later, after growing up, he took admission to a German Mission School at Chaibasa to pursue his education. After completing his studies, Birsa came into contact with [] The post Birsa Munda, the Freedom Fighter who Preferred death than leaving Sanatan Dharma! appeared first on Northlines .

Jagat Prakash Nadda Every safe pregnancy is a reflection of a nations commitment to its women. In a country which experiences nearly 2.9 crore pregnancies annually, ensuring safe motherhood at scale requires robust health systems, sustained political commitment, timely interventions, and equitable access to quality healthcare services. The remarkable decline in maternal mortality over the [] The post A Decade of PMSMA: Transforming Maternal Health and Accelerating Indias Journey Towards Safe Mot

JAMMU, Jun 8: Three mortar shells were found at two different places along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. While two mortar shells were noticed in Jhanghar forest area, another was found abandoned at a secluded location in Makri village of Nowshera sector this morning, [] The post J&K: 3 Mortar Shells Defused Along LoC In Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, June 8: India on Monday reiterated its advisory urging citizens to avoid travel to Iran and advised those currently in the country to leave through available means of transport in view of the worsening security situation in the region. In an urgent advisory issued on social media, the Indian Embassy in Iran renewed [] The post Fresh Travel Warning: India Urges Citizens to Leave Iran appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, June 8: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday said more than 1.6 lakh candidates successfully applied for post-result services involving over 3.8 lakh answer books, asserting that its portal functioned smoothly throughout the notified application period. In a statement, the board said the application window for verification and re-evaluation remained [] The post Over 1.6 Lakh Students Applied for CBSE Post-Result Services appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, June 8: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited the historic Mubarak Mandi heritage complex and inspected the damage caused to the nearby Gadadhar Temple, where a portion of the boundary wall collapsed following recent rainfall. Accompanied by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, the Lt Governor reviewed the ongoing restoration and conservation works at the [] The post LG Sinha Visits Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex In Jammu, Inspects Damage To Ancient Temple appeared first on Northlines

NEW DELHI, June 8: Senior leaders of the Opposition INDIA bloc on Monday met in the national capital to discuss ways to strengthen unity, redraw political strategy and present a coordinated challenge to the BJP ahead of upcoming state elections and the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. The meeting at the Constitution Club was attended by [] The post INDIA Bloc Leaders Meet to Strengthen Unity, Rework Strategy Against BJP appeared first on Northlines .

RAJOURI/JAMMU, June 8: At least 15 passengers were injured when a mini-bus overturned on a highway near Rajouri town in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. The bus was travelling from Rajouri to Manjakote when the accident occurred at Tandwal along the route. Local residents and rescue personnel rushed to the spot and shifted [] The post J&K: 15 Injured as Mini-Bus Overturns in Rajouri appeared first on Northlines .

NEW DELHI, June 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India has witnessed significant transformations over the last 12 years, with the welfare of the poor and underprivileged remaining at the centre of his governments policies and initiatives. Marking the completion of the second year of his third term in office, Modi highlighted several [] The post India Has Undergone Major Transformations in Last 12 Years: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR, June 8: A BJP functionary from Jammu and Kashmir has alleged that he was asked to leave a hotel in Maharashtras Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar city due to concerns linked to his Kashmiri identity, a claim denied by the hotel owner who said the room had already been booked. Sajid Yousuf Shah, BJPs co-media in-charge [] The post J&K BJP Functionary Alleges Maharashtra Hotel Denied Stay Over Kashmiri Identity; Owner Refutes Claim appeared first on Northlines .