New Delhi, February 18, 2026 — In a major breakthrough for national security, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a high-profile absconder linked to the banned Popular Front of India (PFI)….
LG Manoj Sinha Hails J&K Cricket Team’s Historic Ranji Trophy Final Entry
SRINAGAR, Feb 18, 2026 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has lauded the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for their “magnificent victory” in the Ranji Trophy semi-final, marking a historic milestone as the…
CM Omar Abdullah Hails Historic J&K Ranji Trophy Win; Commends Paras Dogra and Auqib Nabi
SRINAGAR, Feb 18, 2026 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended his warmest congratulations to the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team following their monumental semi-final victory and historic qualification for their maiden…
Udhampur Forest Division Foils Timber Smuggling Attempt; Vehicle Seized Near Gouri Kund
UDHAMPUR, Feb 18, 2026 — In a successful midnight crackdown on forest crime, a specialized team from the Udhampur Forest Division intercepted a major timber smuggling attempt in the Gali–Katwalt area near…
Historic Win: Jammu and Kashmir Qualify for First-Ever Ranji Trophy Final
SRINAGAR, Feb 18, 2026 — Jammu and Kashmir’s cricket team has etched its name in the record books by storming into the Ranji Trophy final for the first time in history. In…
Indian Army’s Chinar Corps Prevents Disaster in Kupwara Village Fire Rescue
KUPWARA, JAMMU & KASHMIR — February 18, 2026 — In a swift display of emergency response, the Indian Army’s Chinar Corps successfully intercepted a potentially devastating fire in Dardharie village, located in…
Indian Army and IAF Launch Massive Firefighting Operation to Contain Walong Forest Fires
ANJAW, ARUNACHAL PRADESH – February 18, 2026 — In a high-stakes battle against nature, the Indian Army’s Spear Corps, under the aegis of the Eastern Command, has joined forces with the Indian…
HDFC Bank Fraud: 5 Employees Arrested as EOW Kashmir Raids Shopian and Budgam
SRINAGAR, Feb 18, 2026 — The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Kashmir Crime Branch has launched a massive crackdown following a high-value financial scam at HDFC Bank’s Shopian branch. In a…
IAF Firefighting Ops: Mi-17 Helicopters Tackle Massive Wildfires in Arunachal and Nagaland
NEW DELHI, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 — The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched a dual-front aerial offensive to combat devastating wildfires raging across the difficult terrains of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. In…
Trishakti Corps Commander Inspects Forward Posts in East Sikkim to Review High-Altitude Readiness
GANGTOK, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 — Strengthening the nation’s defensive posture along the northern frontiers, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Trishakti Corps carried out a strategic review of operational formations in…
Jammu and Kashmir Weather Forecast: Dry Spell Predicted for Next 10 Days with Rising Day Temperatures
SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 — Residents across the Union Territory can expect a prolonged period of mostly dry weather as latest meteorological forecasts indicate no significant weather systems affecting Jammu and Kashmir…
Security Forces Detect Suspicious Object on Srinagar-Baramulla Highway; Bomb Disposal Squad Dispatched
File Photo:- Security Check on NH 44 in Udhampur on the eve of Republic day SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 — Security was heightened on the Srinagar-Baramulla National Highway early Wednesday morning after…
Over 50,000 Students Appear for Class 10th Exams Across Jammu; JKBOSE Sets Up 527 Centres
JAMMU, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 — More than 50,000 candidates officially commenced their Class 10th examinations today across the summer zone of the Jammu Division. To ensure the process remained seamless and accessible,…
CDS General Anil Chauhan Visits HAL to Boost Indigenous Defence Manufacturing and Aerospace Synergy
BENGALURU, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 — Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) facility today, a move that reaffirms the Indian Armed Forces’ steadfast commitment to…
J&K Budget Session 2026: Government Highlights Livestock Safety, Urban Growth, and Pro-Worker Policies
JAMMU, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 — The ongoing Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly saw a flurry of administrative updates today as the government addressed critical issues ranging from disaster…
LG Manoj Sinha Calls for Campus Transformation at Jammu University Innovathon to Realize Developed India@2047
JAMMU, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha delivered a powerful call to action at the valedictory function of “Innovathon 1.0,” a 48-hour national-level hackathon held at the University of Jammu….
CM Omar Abdullah Advocates for Strengthening Tele-Law to Reduce Court Pendency and Ensure Timely Justice
SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a robust expansion of technology-driven legal services to bridge the justice gap in rural areas and alleviate the mounting pressure…
Army holds ‘Millat-e-Aalim’ outreach with clerics in Baramulla
By Wani Majid Baramulla February 17, 2026:- The Baramulla unit of the Indian Army on Monday organised a community outreach programme titled “Millat-e-Aalim”, bringing together Imams and prominent religious leaders from across…
Shantmanu Appointed as State Election Commissioner of Jammu and Kashmir
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….
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…