Jammu, February 17, 2026 — In a significant administrative move, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir has officially appointed Shantmanu (IAS Retd.) as the State Election Commissioner for the Union territory….
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Indian Coast Guard Seizes 203 kg of Narcotics in High-Speed Chase Off Gujarat Coast
DWARKA, February 17, 2026 — In a high-stakes maritime operation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in seamless coordination with the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), intercepted and seized a suspicious speedboat carrying 203…
Udhampur Police Seize ₹30 Lakh Property of Srinagar Drug Peddler Under NDPS Act
UDHAMPUR, February 17, 2026 — Executing a significant crackdown on the narcotics trade, the Udhampur Police has officially attached movable property valued at approximately ₹30 lakhs belonging to a notorious drug peddler…
CRPF 84 Bn Hosts Free Medical Camp for Remote Villagers in Ramban
RAMBAN, February 17, 2026 — In a significant community outreach effort, the 84 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Jammu Sector, organized a comprehensive free medical camp today…
Two Pakistani Juveniles Re-Arrested in Ludhiana After Escaping from Juvenile home
JAMMU, Feb 17, 2026 — Two Pakistani nationals who staged a daring escape from a juvenile home in a Jammu border village were apprehended in Ludhiana, Punjab, within 24 hours of their…
CM Omar Abdullah Demands Full Statehood; Slams BJP Over Alleged Land Encroachment and Fund Misuse
JAMMU, February 17, 2026 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah issued a powerful statement today, reaffirming his government’s unwavering commitment to the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood. Addressing the media, the Chief…
Baramulla Police Apprehend Three Suspects with Brown Sugar in Pattan Narcotics Raid
BARAMULLA, February 17, 2026 — In a successful midnight operation against the drug trade, the Baramulla Police apprehended three individuals and recovered a significant quantity of a brown sugar–like substance in the…
J&K Anti-Narcotics Task Force Dismantles Inter-State Nexus; Absconder Arrested in Maharashtra
JAMMU, February 17, 2026 — In a major breakthrough against inter-state drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of Jammu & Kashmir has successfully arrested a high-profile absconder from Maharashtra. The accused,…
Stepping Stone Playway School Hosts Grand Graduation Ceremony for Young Achievers
BARI BRAHMANA, February 17, 2026 — Stepping Stone Playway School, Bari-Brahmana, celebrated its Graduation Ceremony with immense fervor and joy, marking a significant milestone for its youngest learners. The school campus was…
DLSA Organizes Legal Literacy Camp in Udhampur; ‘Mediation for the Nation 2.0’ Campaign Highlighted
UDHAMPUR, February 17, 2026 — Under the leadership of Secretary DLSA and Sub-Judge, Samati Sharma, a specialized legal awareness camp was organized today at JK Public School in Ward No. 17. Chaired…
NIA Raids Retired Government Employee’s Residence in Srinagar Over Terror Links
SRINAGAR, February 17, 2026 — The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a major crackdown in Srinagar on Tuesday, targeting the residence of a retired government employee in connection with an ongoing terrorism…
Assam Rifles and DRI Seize ₹45 Crore Worth of Yaba Tablets in Major Tripura Drug Bust
AGARTALA, Feb 17, 2026 – In a major blow to trans-border narcotics smuggling, the Assam Rifles, operating under the Spear Corps, joined forces with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) to execute…
Trishakti Corps Commander Reviews Operational Readiness in North Sikkim’s Super High Altitude Areas
GANGTOK, Feb 17, 2026 – Strengthening India’s defensive posture along the frontier, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Trishakti Corps conducted a comprehensive security review in the rugged, super high-altitude regions…
J&K Assembly Witnessed Uproar Over BJP MLA’s “Land Encroachment” Remarks
SRINAGAR, Feb 17, 2026 – The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly was gripped by chaotic scenes on Tuesday as opposition and treasury bench members clashed over controversial remarks made by BJP MLA…
Udhampur Police Apprehend Drug Peddler with Heroin on Circular Road
UDHAMPUR, Feb 17, 2026 – In a significant move against the local narcotics trade, the Udhampur Police successfully arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered a quantity of heroin during a routine…
Female Drug Peddler Arrested in Samba; Heroin and Weighing Scale Seized Near AIIMS Vijaypur
SAMBA, February 16, 2026: As part of an ongoing intensified crackdown on narcotics, the Samba Police have arrested a female drug peddler in the Vijaypur area and recovered approximately 6.40 grams of…
Samba Police Attach Vehicle Worth ₹9.82 Lakh Belonging to Notorious Bovine Smuggler
SAMBA, February 16, 2026: In a major strike against organized crime and animal trafficking, the Samba Police have officially attached a commercial vehicle valued at approximately ₹9,82,000 belonging to a habitual bovine…
Doda Police Launch Major Crackdown on Illegal E-Rickshaws to Enhance Road Safety
DODA, February 16, 2026: In a decisive move to restore traffic discipline and ensure public safety, the Doda Police, in coordination with the Traffic Wing, executed a massive enforcement drive against illegal…
Director Health Services Jammu Reviews Infrastructure and Care at CHC Thathri in Doda
DODA, February 16: In a significant move to bolster healthcare delivery in remote regions, the Director of Health Services Jammu (DHSJ), Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar, conducted an extensive inspection of the Community…
Massive Manhunt Launched as Three Inmates, Including Two Pakistani Nationals, Escape RS Pura Juvenile Home
RS PURA, February 16: A high-alert security situation has been triggered in the Jammu region after three inmates, including two Pakistani nationals, escaped from the Juvenile Observation Home in Sector RS Pura…
Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary Pledges People-Centric Governance During Public Delegations in Jammu
JAMMU, February 16: Reinforcing the government’s commitment to transparent and accessible administration, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today met with diverse public and individual delegations at the Civil Secretariat. Representing districts across…
Tarun Chugh and Sat Sharma Lead J&K Delegates at BJP North Zone Workshop in Chandigarh
CHANDIGARH, February 16: Senior leaders from the Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by National General Secretary and J&K Prabhari Tarun Chugh and J&K BJP President Sat Sharma, actively participated…
Shopian Police Bolster Anti-Drug Strategy with 3-Day NDPS Act Training for Investigators
SHOPIAN, February 16: To fortify the legal fight against substance abuse, a comprehensive three-day training intensive focused on the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act successfully concluded at the District Training…
J&K Police Basketball Tournament Concludes in Pulwama; HR Ballers and Dolphin Club Crowned Champions
PULWAMA, February 16: The sports arena at Pulwama was filled with energy as the Boys & Girls Basketball Tournaments, organized under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26, reached a grand conclusion at…
Shopian Police Seize Two JCBs for Illegal Mining; FIR Registered in Zainapora
SHOPIAN, February 16: In a significant move to curb environmental degradation, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have intensified their crackdown on illegal mining by seizing two JCB machines in the Zainapora area…