JK Forest Minister Reviews Performance of Kashmir’s Territorial Forest Department

SRINAGAR | January 07, 2026:- Minister for Forest, Environment, and Ecology, Javed Ahmed Rana, chaired a high-level review meeting today to evaluate the operational and developmental performance of the Territorial Forest Department in the Kashmir Division. During the session, which included senior officials such as Chief Conservator of Forests Irfan Rasool Wani, the Minister conducted…

CM Omar Abdullah Boosts Kathua Infrastructure with Projects Worth ₹11.58 Crore

KATHUA | January 07, 2026:- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah spearheaded a major developmental push in Kathua today, inaugurating and laying foundation stones for projects valued at ₹11.58 crore. During a comprehensive District Review Meeting at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, the Chief Minister dedicated several key facilities designed to bolster rural entrepreneurship and infrastructure. Significant among…

Jammu-Srinagar NH44 Traffic Update: Two-Way Movement Allowed for Jan 8 Amid Slow Zones​

JAMMU/SRINAGAR | January 07, 2026​The Traffic Police Headquarters, J&K, has issued a fresh advisory for National Highway 44 (NH-44) for January 08, 2026. Subject to fair weather and stable road conditions, both Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs) and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMVs) will be permitted to ply from both sides—Jammu towards Srinagar and vice-versa. However, commuters…

Mughal Road and Sinthan Top Remain Closed; Limited One-Way Traffic on SSG Road​

SRINAGAR | January 07, 2026​ :- High-altitude passes in Jammu and Kashmir continue to face winter disruptions, with the Mughal Road and the Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag (NH-244) road remaining strictly closed for all vehicular movement due to fresh snow accumulation. While these major links remain cut off, the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumari (SSG) Road is scheduled for limited operations on…

India-Israel Relations: PM Modi and PM Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Peace Plan and Counter-Terrorism

NEW DELHI | January 07, 2026:- Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today to exchange warm New Year greetings and discuss the future of the India-Israel Strategic Partnership. During the call, both leaders expressed their wishes for peace and prosperity for the people of both nations. They…

Indian Army Honours Veterans in Akhnoor with Dhruva Motorcycle Rally and Welfare Programs

AKHNOOR | January 07, 2026:- The Indian Army’s Press Information Bureau (Defence Wing) has successfully conducted a series of commemorative events in Akhnoor to mark Veterans’ Day, celebrating the lifelong dedication of ex-servicemen to the nation. The celebrations were anchored by the arrival of the Dhruva Motorcycle Rally from Nagrota, which carried the Eternal Mashal—a…

JK Dy CM Slams BJP Over NMC withdrew Letter of Permission of SMVDMC

KATHUA, January 07, 2026 : Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary addressed the media in Kathua and launched a sharp critique against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding the de-recognition of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi College of Nursing and Biomedical Sciences. Expressing strong resentment over the institution’s setback, Choudhary stated that the BJP should be…

Jammu Police Seize 631 Vehicles in Massive 2025 Crackdown on Illegal Mining; Nearly ₹1 Crore in Fines Imposed

JAMMU, January 07, 2026:- In a decisive year-long offensive against the unlawful exploitation of natural resources, the Jammu Police intensified their enforcement measures throughout 2025, dealing a heavy blow to organized mining syndicates. From January 1 to December 31, 2025, coordinated special drives were executed across all police stations and posts within the district. These…

Udhampur Police Seize 17kg Poppy Straw; Punjab-Based Drug Peddler Arrested in Chenani

CHENANI, January 07, 2026 : In a significant breakthrough against narcotics smuggling, the Udhampur Police apprehended an inter-state drug peddler and recovered a substantial consignment of poppy straw during a routine operation at Chenani on Wednesday. The arrest took place at the Nakka Motor Shed on the National Highway, where a police team from Police…

Mehbooba Mufti Slams Omar Abdullah Over Silence on Land Acquisition and Unemployment

BIJBEHARA, January 07, 2026 :- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti launched a scathing critique against Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today, accusing his Government turning a blind eye to the pressing grievances of the Kashmiri people. Speaking at the death anniversary of her father, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, in Bijbehara, the former Chief Minister alleged…

Bhaderwah Cable Car Project: Bids Invited for Mathola to Seoj Dhar Gondola DPR

BHADERWAH, January 7, 2026 :- In a significant boost to tourism infrastructure in the Jammu region, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced today that the long-awaited Bhaderwah Cable Car (Gondola) project has reached a critical milestone. Following consistent follow-ups with administrative authorities, the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) has officially invited bids for the…

CIK Crackdown: 22 High-Intensity Raids Across Kashmir Strike at Heart of Cyber-Terror Funding Network

SRINAGAR, January 7, 2026 — In a major offensive against the nexus of digital financial crime and regional instability, the Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) launched a massive, coordinated operation across the Valley on Wednesday. Targeting 22 strategic locations, including a concentrated sweep of over 15 sites within Srinagar district, investigators are dismantling a sophisticated “mule…

Chillai-Kalan Peak: Severe Cold Wave to Grip Jammu and Kashmir as Mercury Set to Plummet to -9°C

SRINAGAR, January 7, 2026 — As the harshest 40-day winter phase known as Chillai-Kalan enters its most brutal stretch, a severe cold wave is projected to tighten its hold over Jammu and Kashmir starting tomorrow. Meteorological forecasts indicate a sharp decline in night temperatures across the region, with the Kashmir plains expected to shiver between…

Indian Army Restores Critical Sri Lanka Road Links After Cyclone Ditwah Destruction

NEW DELHI /COLOMBO, January 7, 2026 — The Indian Army’s Engineer Task Force has successfully restored vital road connectivity on the B-492 highway, a crucial artery linking Kandy in the Central Province to Badulla in the Uva Province of Sri Lanka, following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Working relentlessly to repair the infrastructure severely…

Kashmir and Ladakh Shiver as Temperatures Plunge: Sonamarg Hits -10.1°C and Leh Drops to -13.4°C

SRINAGAR/ LEH, January 7, 2026 — Intense cold wave conditions have tightened their grip across the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, with mercury levels plummeting significantly below the freezing point in most high-altitude areas. According to the latest meteorological data, Sonamarg emerged as one of the coldest spots in the Kashmir region…

NMC withdrew Permission of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College Over Violations

JAMMU | January 6, 2026:- In a significant move for medical education in the region, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has immediately withdrawn permission for Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College to operate its MBBS program. This decision follows an investigation that uncovered serious violations of the minimum standards required for medical institutions. The NMC…

Northern Army Commander Reviews Counter-Terrorism Operations and Security Grid in Basantgarh

BASANTGARH, January 6, 2026: Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, the Army Commander of the Northern Command, conducted a comprehensive high-level visit to Basantgarh to evaluate the current counter-terrorism framework and the operational readiness of the deployed units. During the visit, the Army Commander engaged in detailed discussions with ground commanders to assess the prevailing security landscape….

Satish Sharma Hails BIG JKPL for Empowering Youth and Boosting Sports in J&K

JAMMU, January 6, 2026: Satish Sharma, the Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, IT, Transport, and Youth Services & Sports, officially commended the organizers of the BIG Jammu & Kashmir Premier League (BIG JKPL) 2025–26 for establishing a premier professional sporting stage for the region’s youth. Attending the grand finale at the University…

J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Patwari in Udhampur for Accepting Bribe

UDHAMPUR, January 06, 2026: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has successfully trapped and arrested Pardhan Singh, a Patwari serving in Patwar Halqa Laddha, Tehsil Moungri, for demanding and accepting a bribe. The action followed a formal complaint alleging that the public servant, along with a concerned Girdawar, had demanded ₹10,000 to process a…

Dhruva Motorcycle Rally Day 2: Honoring Veterans and Strengthening Civil-Military Ties

NAGROTA, January 06, 2026: In a powerful tribute to the 10th nationwide Veterans’ Day, Day 2 of the Dhruva Motorcycle Rally commenced with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Nagrota War Memorial. The event, organized by the Press Information Bureau (Defence Wing), served as a poignant reminder of the supreme sacrifices made by India’s fallen…

New Book ‘Column & Discourse’ by Dr. Satwant Singh Rissam Released in Jammu

JAMMU, January 06, 2026: A distinguished gathering of academics, administrators, and media professionals assembled at the Jammu Writers Club, Abhinav Theatre Complex, to celebrate the launch of Column & Discourse, the second book by Dr. Satwant Singh Rissam. The work, which compiles Dr. Rissam’s published news columns from 2022 to 2025, was officially released by…

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