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JAMMU, Jan 3: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha officially unveiled the poster for “The Last Dose,” an awareness film centered on the critical issue of drug abuse, during a ceremony at Lok Bhawan on Saturday. Produced by Khwaish Gupta Productions, the film aims to sensitize the public, particularly the youth, about the devastating impact of narcotics…
SRINAGAR, Jan 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a clerk stationed at the Tehsil Office Central Shalteng for demanding and accepting an illegal gratification. The accused, identified as Laiq Ahmad Nath, a resident of Qamarwari, Srinagar, allegedly demanded ₹2,000 from a complainant to erase records of their prior detention under preventive…
UDHAMPUR, Jan 3: District Magistrate Udhampur Saloni Rai has issued a formal order prohibiting the use of all Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) within the territorial jurisdiction of Udhampur, effective immediately. Invoking powers under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, the administration cited credible reports from security and intelligence agencies regarding the…
KATHUA, Jan 3: As part of a widespread information and education campaign, the Labour Department of Kathua organized a comprehensive awareness-cum-interactive program on the New Labour Codes today at the SIDCO Complex in Ghatti. Deputy Labour Commissioner of Jammu, Sukhpal Singh, served as the chief guest, addressing a large gathering of Human Resource professionals from…
SRINAGAR, Jan 3: A grand passing out parade and attestation ceremony for 447 recruit constables of Batch Nos. 128, 129, and 130 was held today at the Subsidiary Training Centre (STC) BSF Humhama in Kashmir. Solomon Yash Kumar Minz, Inspector General of STC BSF Kashmir, graced the occasion as the chief guest, inspecting the parade…
NEW DELHI, January 03,2026 : The Election Commission of India (ECI) has invited citizens to download the trial version of the ECINet App and submit suggestions for improvement via the ‘Submit a Suggestion’ tab. The deadline for public feedback has been set for January 10, 2026, as the Commission seeks to refine the platform before…
JAMMU, January 03,2026 : A public delegation representing various villages in the Udhampur district, including Makyani Chanoonta, Dhannu, and Majalta, met with Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs, to address critical drinking water shortages. Led by Abdul Ghani Teli, Chairman of the JKNC OBC Cell, the group…
JAMMU, JANUARY 03, 2026 — District Police Jammu has recorded a landmark year in its “War Against Drugs,” achieving unprecedented success through a zero-tolerance policy that integrated intelligence-led operations with aggressive financial dismantling. Throughout 2025, authorities registered 204 FIRs under the NDPS Act, leading to the arrest of 311 accused individuals, including 35 women drug…
PUNE, JANUARY 03, 2026 — Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS), conducted a high-level visit to the premier defence manufacturing hubs of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Ltd and Bharat Forge Ltd in Pune today. During the visit, the VCOAS was extensively briefed on emerging defence technologies and innovative weapon systems currently…
SRINAGAR, JANUARY 03, 2026 — Severe cold wave conditions continue to grip the region as minimum temperatures remained significantly below freezing across the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh. According to the latest meteorological data, Gulmarg recorded the lowest temperature in the valley at -6.5°C, followed closely by the tourist destination of Pahalgam at -5.2°C. Srinagar, the…
JAMMU, JANUARY 03, 2026 — In a major initiative to protect public health and enforce strict compliance with food safety regulations, the Jammu Police, in collaboration with the Food Safety Department, conducted a routine inspection drive today. During the operation, authorities intercepted a vehicle transporting non-vegetarian food items that lacked the mandatory insulation required by…
UDHAMPUR, JANUARY 03, 2026 — Udhampur Police have recorded a significant victory in their crackdown on illegal animal transportation, securing 122 convictions in bovine smuggling cases throughout the year 2025. This achievement follows a period of intensive enforcement across various jurisdictions, including the Udhampur, Rehambal, Chenani, Ramnagar, and Majalta Police Stations. In total, the police…
SRINAGAR, JANUARY 02, 2026 — The Chief Engineer of Distribution at the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has notified the public regarding a series of scheduled power shutdowns across several districts to facilitate essential maintenance works. According to the official communication, the 33 kV Tral 1st line will undergo a shutdown on January 04,…
JAMMU, JANUARY 02, 2026 — The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir formally inaugurated National Road Safety Month 2026 this morning at the Border Security Force (BSF) Headquarters, Paloura. Organized under the global theme “Safety through Learning, Transformation through Technology,” the event aligns with the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety. Secretary of…
DODA, JANUARY 02, 2026 — A major security threat was averted in the Dessa area of Doda late Friday evening after alert Village Defence Group (VDG) members successfully foiled a terror attack attempt. According to preliminary reports, at approximately 7:00 PM, three suspected terrorists attempted to target a residential house in Dawalkund village. Responding with…
NEW DELHI, JANUARY 02, 2026 — In a landmark advancement for Indian healthcare, the Ophthalmology Department at Army Hospital (Research & Referral) in Delhi Cantt has successfully performed the nation’s first-ever 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography combined with an iStent procedure. This pioneering surgery utilized the advanced stand-mounted Spectralis imaging system alongside a state-of-the-art 3D operating…
SRINAGAR, JANUARY 02, 2026 — In a major initiative to empower the local workforce, the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC) Srinagar has inaugurated a ten-day district-wide awareness campaign focusing on the New Labour Codes and various Social Security Schemes (SSS). The program commenced at Industrial Estate Khanmoh, drawing a significant gathering of HR professionals, employers, and…
SHIMLA/DHARAMSHALA, JANUARY 02, 2026 — Authorities in Himachal Pradesh have registered a criminal case against three senior students for ragging and a college professor for sexual harassment following the death of a 19-year-old student. The victim passed away on December 26 while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Ludhiana, leading her father to file a…
JAMMU, JANUARY 02, 2026 — Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, held a series of high-level meetings today with various legislators and public delegations to address critical sectoral issues across Jammu and Kashmir. The discussions centered on the Public Health Engineering (PHE), Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC),…
JAMMU, JANUARY 02, 2026 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha officially released the 2026 Panchang Calendar and the annual official diary of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) during a ceremony at Lok Bhavan. Curated by prominent scholars and priests, the 2026 Panchang is designed as a detailed spiritual guide, offering devotees essential information…
SHOPIAN, JANUARY 02, 2026 — In a major effort to bolster cybersecurity and public safety, the Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted a district-wide verification drive targeting the use of unauthorized Virtual Private Network (VPN) services in Shopian. The operation, carried out in strict compliance with prevailing prohibitory orders, aimed to prevent the misuse of encrypted…
NEW DELHI, JANUARY 02, 2026 — The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, has issued a significant transfer and posting order for senior IPS officers of the AGMUT Cadre with immediate effect. According to the official notification dated January 2, 2026, Mukesh Singh (IPS: 1996), upon his repatriation from Central Deputation, has been…
JAMMU, JANUARY 02, 2026 — Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Transport, and Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma, conducted a surprise inspection of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) godowns in Jammu today. The visit was aimed at personally evaluating the storage conditions, stock quality, and the overall distribution mechanism…
JAMMU, JANUARY 02, 2026 — Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, J&K BJP Spokesperson Dr. Abhijeet Singh Jasrotia strongly condemned recent attempts to communalize the singing of Vande Mataram, asserting that patriotism is the fundamental base of every religion. Accompanied by Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra and OBC Morcha Seh-Prabhari…
KATHUA, JANUARY 02, 2026 — In a major exercise to test combat readiness and tactical response, Kathua Police joined forces with National Security Guard (NSG) commandos to conduct a high-intensity Anti-Fidayeen and hostage rescue mock drill at Police Stations Hiranagar and Rajbagh. Under the overall supervision of SSP Kathua, Mohita Sharma, the joint operation involved…
