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UDHAMPUR — January 17, 2026 A wave of shock spread through the Ghordi area of Udhampur district after the body of a local , identified as Mulkh Raj, was discovered hanging from a tree under mysterious circumstances outside his residence. Upon receiving the information, a police team rushed to the spot and took the body…

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SRINAGAR – January 17, 2026: The Meteorological Department has predicted an active week of winter weather across Jammu and Kashmir, with a series of weather systems expected to bring significant precipitation to the region. For January 17th and 18th, the weather will remain partly to generally cloudy with light snow likely at isolated higher reaches….

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SRINAGAR – January 17, 2026: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) has officially registered a case against a former police employee for allegedly orchestrating a massive recruitment fraud. The accused is charged with cheating multiple individuals by promising them secure government positions in exchange for large sums of money.According to…

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NEW DELHI – January 17, 2026: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has issued a critical travel advisory via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, warning passengers that flight operations across Northern India are likely to be disrupted due to severe weather-related visibility limitations. The prevailing atmospheric conditions, including dense fog and poor visibility, may…

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SRINAGAR, January 16, 2026 — Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, a significant number of Indian students, primarily from Kashmir, have begun returning home from Iran using commercial flight routes. Nasir Khuehami, National Convenor of the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA), confirmed that many students are currently transiting through Shiraz International Airport. These…

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KATHUA, January 16, 2026 — In a major breakthrough for regional security, the Kathua Police, in coordination with joint security forces, successfully busted three terrorist hideouts in the Billawar area of Kathua district. The operation followed reliable intelligence regarding the movement of anti-national elements within the dense forest regions of Kamaad Nallah, Kalaban, and Dhanu…

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JAMMU, January 16, 2026 — Zonal Police Headquarters (ZPHQ) Jammu successfully concluded a comprehensive one-week refresher training module today, aimed at streamlining the integration of police personnel recently transferred to the Jammu Zone. The program, held at the ZPHQ Conference Hall, was specifically designed to bridge the gap between different wings of the force and…

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MENDHAR (POONCH) | JANUARY 16, 2026 — Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Environment, Ecology, and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, conducted an extensive public outreach programme in Mendhar today to assess ground-level challenges and ensure people-centric governance. During the interaction, the Minister engaged with local residents who highlighted critical grievances regarding drinking water schemes, road…

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JAMMU JANUARY 16, 2026 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today officially flagged off the inaugural group of 120 youth from the Kashmir Division as part of the “Watan Ko Jaano” Kashmiri Youth Exchange Program. This flagship initiative is sponsored by the Ministry of Home Affairs and executed by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) Jammu Kashmir…

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SRINAGAR JANUARY 16, 2026 — The Chief Engineer of Distribution at the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced several scheduled power shutdowns across various districts to facilitate essential maintenance and repairs. These outages will primarily occur between 10:00 AM and 03:00 PM on specific dates in January 2026. Residents in regions such as…

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KUPWARA | JANUARY 16, 2026 — The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Kupwara, has successfully concluded a week-long intensive outreach initiative under the “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” campaign. Operating in compliance with NALSA ASHA Standard Operating Procedures, the drive spanned approximately 250 villages and engaged nearly 9,000 households to prevent child marriage and safeguard children’s…

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JAMMU JANUARY 16, 2026 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the valedictory session of the International Painting Workshop at IIM Jammu on Friday, asserting that the collaboration between artists and GenZ entrepreneurs will forge the future of India. Organized by the Art Club and “Anandam: The Centre of Happiness,” the event highlighted the unique power…

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JAMMU | January 16, 2026 — Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today assessed an ambitious youth engagement roadmap for 2026 presented by the Department of Youth Services & Sports (DYSS), targeting the participation of over 40 lakh youth across Jammu and Kashmir. The high-level meeting focused on a year-long calendar featuring sports, fitness, and cultural activities…

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Jammu January 16, 2026 — Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Transport, Satish Sharma, officially laid the foundation stone today for a major beautification and infrastructure project at the Samwan, Thanger–Kachrial panchayat in the Chhamb Constituency. Executed by the Tourism Department at an estimated cost of…

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Udhampur January 16, 2026 — The Jammu and Kashmir Real Estate Regulatory Authority (JKRERA) has launched a significant crackdown on unauthorized real estate developments by conducting intensive on-site inspections throughout Udhampur district. A specialized inspection team, spearheaded by JKRERA Deputy Secretary Esha Chib, identified several housing projects in the villages of Phangyal and Tikri that…

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Jammu January 16, 2026 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired the 89th University Council Meeting of the University of Jammu today at Lok Bhavan, calling for a radical shift toward “Universities 2.0.” Addressing a high-level council that included Minister for Higher Education Sakeena Masood Itoo and several Vice Chancellors, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized that higher…

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Jammu January 16, 2026 — Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, celebrated National Startup Day at the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM) in Jammu today, highlighting the monumental shift in India’s entrepreneurial landscape under the Prime Minister’s vision. Addressing a gathering of researchers, students, and young innovators, Dr Singh noted that…

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