CM Omar Abdullah Fast-Tracks J&K Infrastructure: ₹152 Crore in New Projects Launched

JAMMU, JANUARY 06, 2026: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah spearheaded a high-level review of Jammu and Kashmir’s infrastructure landscape today, emphasizing a shift toward strict accountability and climate-resilient engineering. During a comprehensive session at the PWD Conference Hall in Gandhi Nagar, the Chief Minister virtually laid the foundation stones for Public Works (Roads & Buildings) projects…

Kishtwar Police Arrest Drug Peddler and Seize 211 Grams of Charas

KISHTWAR, Jan. 06, 2026:As part of an ongoing and intensified crackdown on drug trafficking, the Kishtwar District Police successfully apprehended a drug peddler today, recovering 211 grams of a charas-like narcotic substance. The arrest took place during a routine patrol in the Malipeth–Bus Stand area of Kishtwar, marking another victory in the department’s mission to…

Pulwama Police Strike Major Blow to Drug Trade: Heroin Worth Lakhs Seized from Truck, Driver Arrested

PULWAMA, January 06, 2026 — In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing war against narcotics, the Pulwama Police today successfully intercepted a major drug shipment during a proactive “naka” checking operation in the Litter area. During the high-stakes operation, officers signaled a truck with registration number JK22B-3175 to stop for a routine inspection. A thorough…

Empowering Border Youth: Poonch College Students Meet President Draupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

NEW DELHI, January 06, 2026 — In a landmark moment for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir’s border regions, a group of college students from Poonch district had the prestigious opportunity to meet President of India, Draupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. This interaction served as the cornerstone of the National Integration Tour, a visionary…

Major Blow to Terrorist Logistics: Huge Cache of War-Like Stores Unearthed in Pothshai Forest Operation

KUPWARA, January 06, 2026 — Security forces achieved a significant breakthrough today after a high-stakes joint operation in the dense Pothshai forest led to the discovery of a militant hideout stocked with arms, ammunition, and survival supplies. The operation, spearheaded by the 47 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) and the 162 Battalion of the Border Security Force…

Fatal Road Accident in Kalaroos, Kupwara: Pedestrian Succumbs to Injuries After Being Hit by Vehicle

KUPWARA, January 06, 2026 — A tragic road accident in the Kalaroos area of North Kashmir’s Kupwara district has claimed the life of a local resident. According to official reports, the incident occurred when a load carrier (407 model), driven by Farooq Ahmad Khan, struck a pedestrian identified as Mohd Israiel Chechi, son of Laldin…

J&K Labour Commissioner Reviews Progress of New Labour Codes: Focus on Awareness and Compliance

JAMMU, January 06, 2026 — Labour Commissioner J&K, Charandeep Singh, chaired a high-level review meeting today to evaluate the ongoing implementation of the new Labour Codes across the Union Territory. During the session, the Commissioner stressed that the success of these reforms hinges on the active participation and informed engagement of all key stakeholders, including…

CM Omar Abdullah Lays Foundation Stone for Modern Dak Bungalow at Bagh-e-Bahu in Jammu

JAMMU, January 06, 2026 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today performed the foundation-laying ceremony for a new Public Works Department (R&B) Dak Bungalow at Bagh-e-Bahu, signaling a major boost to the region’s administrative infrastructure. The event was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary and Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to…

KPDCL Power Shutdown: Multiple Areas in Srinagar and Anantnag to Face Outages this Week

SRINAGAR, January 06, 2026 — The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has notified consumers of a series of scheduled power shutdowns across parts of Srinagar and Anantnag districts. These outages are necessary to facilitate vital maintenance on key transmission lines. According to the Chief Engineer of Distribution, the 33 KV Wanpoh-Ashajipora and Wanpoh-Malaknag DC…

Doda Road Accident: 3 Hurt After Falling Rock Hits Passenger Vehicle in Kalotha

DODA, January 6, 2026 — A major accident was averted on Tuesday after a passenger matador was struck by a falling boulder near Kalotha in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, leaving three individuals injured.The vehicle, bearing registration number JK06A-9890, was navigating the mountainous stretch when “shooting stones” suddenly cascaded down the hillside. One large rock…

Ladakh to Implement India’s First Digital Census: LG Opens New Registration Office

LEH, January 06, 2026: Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta officially inaugurated the Office of the Director of Census Operations and Citizen Registration in Leh today, marking a pivotal step in Ladakh’s transition toward data-driven governance. During the ceremony at the Department of Archives, Archaeology, and Museum, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized that Census 2027 will be a…

Director Highways Harleen Kaur Reviews National Highway Projects in Jammu

JAMMU, January 06, 2026: Director Highways for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRT&H), Harleen Kaur, chaired a high-level review meeting today at the NHIDCL office to evaluate the progress of ongoing National Highway projects. The session, which included senior officials from the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), the National Highways…

Pensioner Unions Hail Landmark Employee-Friendly Reforms in High-Level Meet

NEW DELHI | JANUARY 06, 2026 Office bearers from major telecom and postal pensioners’ organizations, affiliated with the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), held a high-level meeting with Union Minister Jitendra Singh at the DoPT headquarters to discuss critical issues regarding service, employment, and pension administration. Representing bodies such as the Bharatiya Doorsanchar Pensioners Sangh (BDPS)…

NHAI Urges DoT and TRAI to Enhance Mobile Connectivity and Road Safety Alerts on National Highways

NEW DELHI | JANUARY 06, 2026 :- The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has formally approached the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to fast-track the resolution of mobile network “dead zones” across the country’s highway infrastructure. Following a comprehensive assessment, NHAI identified 424 critical locations—stretching across approximately…

Drug Abuse Emerges as Jammu and Kashmir’s Greatest Challenge After Terrorism Says DIG NKR

BARAMULLA, January 06, 2026: Deputy Inspector General of Police (North Kashmir Range), Maqsood Ul Zamaan, stated on Tuesday that drug abuse has become the most significant challenge facing Jammu and Kashmir, second only to terrorism. Speaking to reporters, Zamaan emphasized that the police are executing sustained and rigorous operations to eradicate the narcotics menace, which…

BJP Prioritizes Border Belt Development and Public Welfare in Poonch

JAMMU, January 06, 2026: Jammu and Kashmir BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, alongside General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, led a high-level organizational meeting today to strategize development and outreach for the Poonch district. During the session held at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Sharma asserted that Poonch remains a region of…

Fresh Snowfall Blankets Shopian’s Heerpora; Mughal Road Closed for Traffic as precautionary measure

SHOPIAN, January 06, 2026: Heavy snowfall resumed in the Heerpora area of Shopian district today following a two-day lull, marking the first significant snow accumulation of the season. The fresh activity has transformed the landscape of the Pir Panjal range into a wintry vista but has simultaneously disrupted regional connectivity. As a precautionary measure, authorities…

Ladakh Chief Secretary Reviews IT Infrastructure and Digital Governance Initiatives

LEH, January 06, 2026: Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a high-level departmental review meeting today to evaluate the progress of digital infrastructure, e-governance initiatives, and upcoming technological reforms across the region. During the session, IT Secretary Shashanka Ala presented a comprehensive overview of Ladakh’s IT ecosystem, detailing the operations…

SKUAST-Jammu Pivotal to Economic Growth and Farmer Prosperity: Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary

JAMMU | January 06, 2026: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today lauded the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) Jammu for its transformative role in the regional economy. During a high-level review meeting with Vice Chancellor Dr. B. N. Tripathi at the Civil Secretariat, the Deputy CM emphasized that the university’s knowledge-based interventions…

Republic Day 2026: SSP Ganderbal Chairs High-Level Security Review to Ensure Safe Celebrations

GANDERBAL | January 06, 2026: In preparation for the upcoming Republic Day 2026, SSP Ganderbal Khalil Ahmad Poswal conducted a comprehensive security review meeting today at the District Police Office (DPO) conference hall. The session was aimed at assessing and strengthening the security grid across the district to ensure peaceful and incident-free celebrations. During the…

Jammu Civil Secretariat Sealed Amid Protests Over SMVDIME Medical College Admissions

JAMMU | January 06, 2026: Heavy security was deployed and the Civil Secretariat in Jammu was effectively sealed on Tuesday as authorities moved to pre-empt a planned demonstration by the newly formed Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti. Hundreds of police personnel, overseen by senior officers, established a high-security perimeter around the government hub to…

CM Omar Abdullah Boosts J&K Tourism: Unveils 2026 Calendars, New Digital Portal, and Skiing Courses

Jammu | January 06, 2026: In a major push to elevate the Union Territory’s global travel profile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today launched a series of high-impact tourism initiatives at the Civil Secretariat. The Chief Minister officially unveiled the 2026 Tourism and Jammu & Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) calendars, which serve as visual showcases…

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