Tragedy struck Gulmarg on Saturday as an explosion claimed one life and injured four others in the upper ...More

Tragedy struck Gulmarg on Saturday as an explosion claimed one life and injured four others in the upper regions. The blast occurred near Asha Post, Sumli Wali Dhok, with initial reports identifying the deceased as Zubair Ahmad Bajad from Baramulla. Forensic teams are now on-site to investigate the incident. Further details are anticipated as the situation unfolds. ...Less

Religious leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq voiced deep concern over recent fatalities in Pakistan-occupied Kash ...More

Religious leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq voiced deep concern over recent fatalities in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Over twenty individuals reportedly lost their lives following police actions against protesters. Mirwaiz emphasized that authorities should address public grievances through dialogue, not force. He urged for peaceful resolution and maturity in handling the situation. The leader expressed hope for a positive outcome. ...Less

An intruder from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir was apprehended by the Army along the Line of Contro ...More

An intruder from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir was apprehended by the Army along the Line of Control in Uri sector. The 22-year-old, identified as Zeeshan Mir, was attempting to cross into India to meet his girlfriend. In a separate incident, two individuals from Sopore and their guide were apprehended while trying to exfiltrate. ...Less

In a significant early morning operation, the National Investigation Agency launched raids across the Sho ...More

In a significant early morning operation, the National Investigation Agency launched raids across the Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir. Their focus was on the Darul Uloom Sirajul Uloom, an institution recently classified as illegal. Simultaneously, investigators descended upon the home of Shahzada Aurangzeb, the former leader of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami. Further updates are anticipated. ...Less

Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid has been granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court. This comes after the ...More

Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid has been granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court. This comes after the passing of his father in New Delhi. Rashid will arrive in Srinagar on May 19 to attend the funeral prayers. He has been in Tihar jail since 2019. ...Less

Swift action by army personnel along the Line of Control in Poonch district resulted in the foiling of an ...More

Swift action by army personnel along the Line of Control in Poonch district resulted in the foiling of an infiltration attempt at the Krishna Ghati sector. Observing unusual movement, alert troops moved quickly to intercept, successfully neutralizing an intruder affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba. The armed forces maintain a vigilant stance, reinforcing their preparedness to defend the area against incursions. ...Less

National Conference President Farooq Abdullah called for the return of Kashmiri Pandits to their ancestra ...More

National Conference President Farooq Abdullah called for the return of Kashmiri Pandits to their ancestral home, emphasizing that Kashmir is a land for all communities to thrive together. ...Less

Srinagar is getting a makeover. Roads and walkways are being repaired and painted. The Civil Secretariat ...More

Srinagar is getting a makeover. Roads and walkways are being repaired and painted. The Civil Secretariat will reopen here on Monday. This marks the return of the Darbar Move. This tradition shifts the government between Jammu and Srinagar. It ensures governance benefits for both regions. The practice dates back to 1872. It was stopped and then restored. ...Less

Authorities in Doda have imposed a two-month ban on unauthorized gatherings and protests. This measure ai ...More

Authorities in Doda have imposed a two-month ban on unauthorized gatherings and protests. This measure aims to prevent public disturbance and maintain peace. The decision follows large public events organized by recently released MLA Mehraj Malik. Malik addressed a rally after his release from detention. The ban covers specific areas within Doda town. ...Less

Mehraj Malik, an Aam Aadmi Party MLA from Doda, has been released from Kathua jail after eight months. Hi ...More

Mehraj Malik, an Aam Aadmi Party MLA from Doda, has been released from Kathua jail after eight months. His detention under the Public Safety Act was quashed by the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. Malik, who represents the Doda constituency, was arrested in September 2025. ...Less

Abdul Waheed Wani, a pony handler, shares harrowing memories of the April 22, 2025 terror attack in Pahal ...More

Abdul Waheed Wani, a pony handler, shares harrowing memories of the April 22, 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam. He was among the first responders, witnessing scattered bodies and distressed survivors. Wani described the chaos and his efforts to help the wounded. The incident left a deep impact, with recurring memories of the devastation. ...Less

A passenger bus plunged down a hill in Udhampur district on Monday. The accident claimed 15 lives and lef ...More

A passenger bus plunged down a hill in Udhampur district on Monday. The accident claimed 15 lives and left 20 people injured. Locals initiated rescue efforts before emergency services arrived. The bus was traveling from a remote village to Udhampur. Seriously injured individuals are being airlifted for medical aid. The local administration is coordinating relief efforts. ...Less

A passenger bus met with a tragic accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. The vehicle lost control on a ...More

A passenger bus met with a tragic accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. The vehicle lost control on a turn, resulting in 21 fatalities and 29 injuries. The bus fell onto a road below, crushing an auto-rickshaw. Army personnel and locals initiated immediate rescue efforts. Investigations into the cause are underway. Relief measures have been announced for the affected families. ...Less

A protest blocked the National Highway in Banihal after Tanvir Ahmad Chopan went missing. Family alleges ...More

A protest blocked the National Highway in Banihal after Tanvir Ahmad Chopan went missing. Family alleges he was thrashed by cow vigilantes while transporting a cow. Witnesses claim he jumped into a canal. Police have registered a case and detained four individuals. An SIT is investigating the circumstances. A delegation also demanded justice for the nomadic community. ...Less

Mirwaiz said that the reports of cases, chargesheets and arrests of Kashmiris by "multiple agencies opera ...More

Mirwaiz said that the reports of cases, chargesheets and arrests of Kashmiris by "multiple agencies operating here - SIA , CIK , cyber cell, ACB , NIA, on one ground or another and frequent extra judicial dismissals of Kashmiri government employees with no recourse to judicial remedy is also pursued." ...Less

According to the agreement, the overarching objective is to improve farmers' remuneration, transfer of te ...More

According to the agreement, the overarching objective is to improve farmers' remuneration, transfer of technology in research and development as well as marketing and value addition of sheep products of Jammu and Kashmir. ...Less

J-K attack on BSF: The incident occurred around 1.30 am when the two, an inspector and a sub-inspector of ...More

J-K attack on BSF: The incident occurred around 1.30 am when the two, an inspector and a sub-inspector of the Border Security Force (BSF), had gone for some investigation to Gujjar Basti Dwarkapuri in the Supwal area, officials said. ...Less

Resumption of 2G internet services last week has not ended the woes of subscribers as many have complaine ...More

Resumption of 2G internet services last week has not ended the woes of subscribers as many have complained that even 2G services aren’t functioning on some networks and they are unable to surf many important websites due to restricted access and struggle to open even ‘white listed’ websites owing to extremely low speed, a source said. ...Less

However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony was conducted without the parents of the recr ...More

However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony was conducted without the parents of the recruits following all the norms and advisors. ...Less

The Centre had in May last year directed security forces not to launch operations in Jammu and Kashmir du ...More

The Centre had in May last year directed security forces not to launch operations in Jammu and Kashmir during Ramzan to help Muslims observe the holy month in a "peaceful environment". ...Less

A militant was killed in an encounter with security forces in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir today ...More

A militant was killed in an encounter with security forces in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir today, the Army said. ...Less

Soz had recently triggered a controversy for backing former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's stance ...More

Soz had recently triggered a controversy for backing former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's stance on Kashmir. ...Less

Militants hurled a grenade towards security forces at Bijbehara in Anantnag district. ...More

Militants hurled a grenade towards security forces at Bijbehara in Anantnag district. ...Less

Four terrorists were killed after fresh firing was reported in Shopian's Killora village on Saturday, tak ...More

Four terrorists were killed after fresh firing was reported in Shopian's Killora village on Saturday, taking the death toll to five. ...Less

Underling Pakistan's active role in spreading terrorism in the Valley, the former IPS officer said Pakist ...More

Underling Pakistan's active role in spreading terrorism in the Valley, the former IPS officer said Pakistan is not only sponsoring terrorism but also sending its nationals to Kashmir in the garb of fighting jihad. "No matter which government is in power, Pakistan continues to sponsor terrorism in the Valley," he said. ...Less

The administration has now shut down the industrial estate in Rangreth, where over 25 units were operatin ...More

The administration has now shut down the industrial estate in Rangreth, where over 25 units were operating, as 14 people working or associated with FIL Industries cold storage unit tested positive for coronavirus. ...Less

India on Wednesday reiterated its stand on Kashmir and said the matter has to be addressed bilaterally fo ...More

India on Wednesday reiterated its stand on Kashmir and said the matter has to be addressed bilaterally following US President Donald Trump’s yet another offer to 'help' resolve the issue. ...Less

The authorities had also sealed the graveyard in the premises of Naqshband sahib shrine and deployed poli ...More

The authorities had also sealed the graveyard in the premises of Naqshband sahib shrine and deployed policemen to scuttle any gathering there. The political parties alleged that the administration is attempting to distort the history of J&K and not allowing locals to remember their heroes. ...Less

Officials said shops and other business establishments reopened on Saturday morning in the Lal Chowk and ...More

Officials said shops and other business establishments reopened on Saturday morning in the Lal Chowk and other areas of the city and both public and private transport was plying normally. ...Less

Four militants were killed in a gunbattle yesterday after security forces launched a search operation in ...More

Four militants were killed in a gunbattle yesterday after security forces launched a search operation in the forest area on Monday, following information about the presence of militants there. ...Less

Indian troops carried out operations last night after the ceasefire violations. ...More

Indian troops carried out operations last night after the ceasefire violations. ...Less

"Today once again I urge to the families to appeal to their boys who have taken the wrong path to leave t ...More

"Today once again I urge to the families to appeal to their boys who have taken the wrong path to leave the path of violence & (and) come home," the DGP wrote on Twitter. ...Less

District Magistrate Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana said the curfew, which was imposed in the town late night ...More

District Magistrate Kishtwar Angrez Singh Rana said the curfew, which was imposed in the town late night Thursday, was strictly in place and additional security personnel were deployed in sensitive areas of the town. ...Less

Police assisted by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a cordon and search operation in Fate ...More

Police assisted by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a cordon and search operation in Fateh Kadal in downtown area of the city following a specific intelligence input about the presence of militants there, a senior police official said. ...Less

At least 14 security personnel and 11 civilians were killed in the cross-border firing from Pakistan in A ...More

At least 14 security personnel and 11 civilians were killed in the cross-border firing from Pakistan in April and June, Union Minister Hansraj Gangaram Ahir told the Lok Sabha today. ...Less

Militants fired upon the party at a naka near the Batamaloo area of the city, a CRPF spokesman said. ...More

Militants fired upon the party at a naka near the Batamaloo area of the city, a CRPF spokesman said. ...Less

"About 100 companies are in the process of reaching their destinations. This has apparently led to specul ...More

"About 100 companies are in the process of reaching their destinations. This has apparently led to speculations of induction of additional forces," a home ministry official explained. ...Less

Doval was in Kashmir to assess the security situation in the state, which was put under curfew hours ahea ...More

Doval was in Kashmir to assess the security situation in the state, which was put under curfew hours ahead of the government's announcement. ...Less

The militants hurled a grenade in Hari Singh High Street Market, which is a few hundred metres away from ...More

The militants hurled a grenade in Hari Singh High Street Market, which is a few hundred metres away from the city centre Lal Chowk, a police official said. ...Less

Citizens are requested not to venture inside encounter zone since such an area can prove dangerous due to ...More

Citizens are requested not to venture inside encounter zone since such an area can prove dangerous due to stray explosive materials, a Jammu and Kashmir police spokesperson said. Bodies of the killed terrorists were retrieved from the site of encounter, the spokesperson said, adding that the identity and affiliation of the militants is being ascertained. ...Less

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the Army, paramilitary forces and the J&K Police have been coord ...More

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the Army, paramilitary forces and the J&K Police have been coordinating to fight terrorism in the state. "Terror incidents have been taking place in Jammu and Kashmir for the last 30-35 years. But I must compliment the forces that it has now come down to almost nil (Lag bhag na ke barabar)," he said. ...Less

Security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Gulshanpora area of Tral in the south Kashm ...More

Security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Gulshanpora area of Tral in the south Kashmir district Sunday morning after receiving specific intelligence about the presence of militants there, a police official said. He said as the forces were conducting searches, the militants fired at them, triggering an encounter. ...Less

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Dairoo area of Shopian in south Kashmir in ...More

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Dairoo area of Shopian in south Kashmir in the morning following specific information about the presence of militants there, a police official said. He said the search operation turned into an encounter after militants fired upon security forces, who retaliated. ...Less

These mobile applications were reportedly used by terrorists in Kashmir to communicate with their support ...More

These mobile applications were reportedly used by terrorists in Kashmir to communicate with their supporters and on-ground workers (OGW). With the help of other intelligence agencies operating in the valley, a list of such apps was prepared that pose a threat to national security and do not follow Indian laws. After getting the list prepared, the concerned Ministry was informed of the request to ban these mobile applications. ...Less

In the second attack, unidentified gunmen fired upon a non-local vendor from Bihar Biswajeet Mandal, in P ...More

In the second attack, unidentified gunmen fired upon a non-local vendor from Bihar Biswajeet Mandal, in Pulwama. Officials claim Mandal's condition is stable. ...Less

In an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on Wednesday, two terrorists were believed kill ...More

In an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on Wednesday, two terrorists were believed killed, and two security personnel were injured. The clash erupted during a cordon and search operation in Watergam after terrorists opened fire on security forces. Bodies of the terrorists are yet to be retrieved. ...Less

In its inaugural cabinet meeting held on Thursday, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's administration passed a ...More

In its inaugural cabinet meeting held on Thursday, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's administration passed a resolution calling on the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-led central government to reinstate statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, according to media reports. ...Less

"Three more terrorists have been killed today as the Army foiled an infiltration attempt along the LoC in ...More

"Three more terrorists have been killed today as the Army foiled an infiltration attempt along the LoC in Tangdhar sector (in north Kashmir's Kupwara district)," an Army spokesman said. ...Less

Authorities have imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar to maintain law and order. ...More

Authorities have imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar to maintain law and order. ...Less

Giving details emerging from the encounter site, which is taking place at Satgund in Handwara, police and ...More

Giving details emerging from the encounter site, which is taking place at Satgund in Handwara, police and other security forces cordoned off a village following intelligence inputs about presence of Wani along with two others. ...Less

Hafeezullah Mir was shot at by the gunmen at Achabal in Anantnag district this morning, a police official ...More

Hafeezullah Mir was shot at by the gunmen at Achabal in Anantnag district this morning, a police official said. ...Less

An army official said exchange of fire between security forces and militants began in the early hours in ...More

An army official said exchange of fire between security forces and militants began in the early hours in Bijbehara area of the district. ...Less

The government, Reddy said, was taking all precautionary measures as either the ISI or Pakistan governmen ...More

The government, Reddy said, was taking all precautionary measures as either the ISI or Pakistan government was trying to somehow disturb law and order "to prove that what the government of India has done is wrong". ...Less

The decision on easing of restrictions comes after National Security Advisor Ajit Doval directed authorit ...More

The decision on easing of restrictions comes after National Security Advisor Ajit Doval directed authorities to ensure that no Kashmiris were harassed. ...Less

Rawat said brick kilns were functioning normally, trucks were transporting sand and shops were open, refl ...More

Rawat said brick kilns were functioning normally, trucks were transporting sand and shops were open, reflecting that life was normal in the valley. ...Less

The Internet shutdown since August 5--when special status of the J&K was revoked and the state was downgr ...More

The Internet shutdown since August 5--when special status of the J&K was revoked and the state was downgraded into two Union Territories--put these youngsters in extreme financial and psychological distress as they would otherwise earn good money working remotely from home for different companies across the globe. ...Less

The unprovoked shelling and firing started around 10.45 am from across the border in Degwar sector and th ...More

The unprovoked shelling and firing started around 10.45 am from across the border in Degwar sector and the Indian Army promptly retaliated, the spokesperson said. He said the cross-border firing was continuing when last reports were received but there was no report of any casualty on the Indian side. ...Less

The CAG expressed concern over J-K government's action of using borrowed funds for meeting current consum ...More

The CAG expressed concern over J-K government's action of using borrowed funds for meeting current consumption and repayment of interest on outstanding loans. ...Less

Pahalgam, which also serves as the base camp for the annual Amarnath yatra, recorded a low of minus 5.6 d ...More

Pahalgam, which also serves as the base camp for the annual Amarnath yatra, recorded a low of minus 5.6 degrees Celsius – down from the previous night's minus 2.8 degrees Celsius, officials said. ...Less

Authorities have placed Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq under house arrest, preventing him from addre ...More

Authorities have placed Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq under house arrest, preventing him from addressing a congregation at the Jama Masjid on the eve of Shab-e-Baraat. The historic mosque was closed abruptly, disappointing numerous worshippers and causing concern about restrictions on religious practices. ...Less

Following the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 26 tourists, officials are planning to bolster securi ...More

Following the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 26 tourists, officials are planning to bolster security by permanently stationing army and paramilitary forces in the mountainous regions overlooking the tourist spot. ...Less

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal asserted that perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack will face seve ...More

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal asserted that perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack will face severe consequences under PM Modi's leadership, emphasizing the nation's united resolve against terrorism. He highlighted the government's commitment to punishing those responsible and preventing future attacks, while campaigning for NDA candidates in the upcoming Panchayat elections, advocating for rural development and self-reliance under the BJP's governance. ...Less

The Indian Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt on Wednesday. The incident occurred along t ...More

The Indian Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt on Wednesday. The incident occurred along the Line of Control in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir. Specifically, the operation took place in the Churunda area of Uri, located in the Baramulla district. Currently, an exchange of fire is underway between the army and infiltrators. ...Less

Srinagar shivered through its coldest night yet this season. Temperatures plunged below freezing. A thin ...More

Srinagar shivered through its coldest night yet this season. Temperatures plunged below freezing. A thin layer of fog enveloped parts of the city. Dal Lake's edges froze. Water supply lines also froze in many areas. Pahalgam and Gulmarg, popular tourist spots, recorded significantly low temperatures. Konibal was the valley's coldest spot. ...Less

An Army officer said identity cards recovered from the bearded terrorists, who wore salwar kameez and com ...More

An Army officer said identity cards recovered from the bearded terrorists, who wore salwar kameez and combat jackets, proved their Pakistani identity. The cards had their code names. ...Less

The government on Wednesday made it clear that it had no plans to declare a unilateral Ramzan ceasefire w ...More

The government on Wednesday made it clear that it had no plans to declare a unilateral Ramzan ceasefire with terrorist groups in Jammu & Kashmir, stating that it was for the other side to take the initiative. ...Less

Mirwaiz said these people are being even when they have moved on and were not involved associated with an ...More

Mirwaiz said these people are being even when they have moved on and were not involved associated with any form of violence for decades now. ...Less

"I am making absolutely clear to the (international) community that if India was to be reckless enough to ...More

"I am making absolutely clear to the (international) community that if India was to be reckless enough to conduct a false flag operation against Pakistan, it would confront a strong national Pakistani resolve & be given a befitting response at all levels of the threat. Make no mistake," Prime Minister Imran Khan tweeted Sunday. ...Less

They said the security forces have sealed off main roads in most places in the Valley and erected barrier ...More

They said the security forces have sealed off main roads in most places in the Valley and erected barriers at several other places to check the unwanted movement of the people and to enforce the lockdown. ...Less

Policemen in Jammu and Kashmir have performed their duties for years in an atmosphere of extreme stress, ...More

Policemen in Jammu and Kashmir have performed their duties for years in an atmosphere of extreme stress, even fear. But as murderous attacks on their colleagues increase, the strain on their morale has escalated to such an extent that many have stopped visiting their families. ...Less

"Security forces launched an operation based on credible inputs about the presence of militants in Zagoo ...More

"Security forces launched an operation based on credible inputs about the presence of militants in Zagoo locality of Khansahib area in the district," a police official said. ...Less

Authorities have tightened the security across the Kashmir Valley in the wake of recent grenade attacks i ...More

Authorities have tightened the security across the Kashmir Valley in the wake of recent grenade attacks in the city to ensure that militants are not able to disrupt the celebrations on January 26. ...Less

Initial reports suggest that an Indian Army commando has been killed in the line of duty and another pers ...More

Initial reports suggest that an Indian Army commando has been killed in the line of duty and another personnel wounded. ...Less

Azad had allegedly said the "Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir was killing more civilians than terrorists ...More

Azad had allegedly said the "Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir was killing more civilians than terrorists during military operations in the state." ...Less

The BJP while explaining its withdrawal from the coalition said the Governor rule was a necessity to end ...More

The BJP while explaining its withdrawal from the coalition said the Governor rule was a necessity to end ‘lawlessness and bring normalcy’ to the state. ...Less

Security forces, acting on a credible input about the presence of militants in Nadigam area of Shopian, l ...More

Security forces, acting on a credible input about the presence of militants in Nadigam area of Shopian, launched a cordon and search operation in the early hours of Tuesday, a police spokesman said. ...Less

Auqib Ahmad Bhat and Shabir Ahmad Dar, both hailing from Pulwama district of south Kashmir, were arrested ...More

Auqib Ahmad Bhat and Shabir Ahmad Dar, both hailing from Pulwama district of south Kashmir, were arrested during a joint operation by police and the Army in Mendhar area of the border district on Wednesday. ...Less

The Army commander's comments come in the wake of fatalities in sniping incidents along the Line of Contr ...More

The Army commander's comments come in the wake of fatalities in sniping incidents along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Jammu region in the last few days. ...Less

The five districts identified as hotspots include Bandipora, Baramullah, Kupwara, and Srinagar in Valley ...More

The five districts identified as hotspots include Bandipora, Baramullah, Kupwara, and Srinagar in Valley and Jammu district in Jammu division. The five districts have reported 80 percent of the cases recorded in J&K since March 9, when first case was recorded in Jammu. ...Less

Security forces on Thursday foiled a major terror attack with the arrest of a "hybrid terrorist" in Jammu ...More

Security forces on Thursday foiled a major terror attack with the arrest of a "hybrid terrorist" in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district, police said. The security forces also recovered arms, ammunition and explosives from a hideout and Rs 1,81,000 in cash that was to be used for terror-related activities, they said. ...Less

Malik had told the court that he was not contesting the charges levelled against him that included sectio ...More

Malik had told the court that he was not contesting the charges levelled against him that included section 16 (terrorist act), 17 (raising funds for terrorist act), 18 (conspiracy to commit terrorist act) and 20 (being member of terrorist gang or organisation) of the UAPA and sections 120-B (criminal conspiracy) and 124-A (sedition) of the IPC. ...Less

Sub-Inspector Farooq Ahmad Mir's body was found in the paddy field near his home. Officials said Mir, a r ...More

Sub-Inspector Farooq Ahmad Mir's body was found in the paddy field near his home. Officials said Mir, a resident of Samboora in Pampore area of the south Kashmir district, was shot dead by terrorists on the intervening night of Friday and Saturday. ...Less

The issue of delimitation cannot be examined without first deciding whether the decision to do away with ...More

The issue of delimitation cannot be examined without first deciding whether the decision to do away with the special status of the state was legal or not. The state's special status also allowed it to have a separate constitution and a flag. These issues will have to be decided by five-judge Constitution benches. ...Less

Pahalgam Terror Attack News: Following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which cla ...More

Pahalgam Terror Attack News: Following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed at least 28 lives, Indian security forces have initiated extensive search operations. Security has been heightened in the area, leading to deserted streets and prompting some tourists to cut short their visits. ...Less

Restrictions were lifted after two days this morning as the situation remained by and large peaceful yest ...More

Restrictions were lifted after two days this morning as the situation remained by and large peaceful yesterday on Wani's first death anniversary. ...Less

Police said the security forces, including Rashtriya Rifles, the Special Operations Group and the Central ...More

Police said the security forces, including Rashtriya Rifles, the Special Operations Group and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), cordoned off the area in the morning after being tipped off about the gunmen. ...Less

The cordon and search operation (CASO) was launched in at least eight villages in Pulwama and Shopian dis ...More

The cordon and search operation (CASO) was launched in at least eight villages in Pulwama and Shopian districts in south Kashmir early this morning, a police official said. ...Less

Dilbag Singh, a 1987-batch IPS officer from the state, took over as the new police chief at a simple cere ...More

Dilbag Singh, a 1987-batch IPS officer from the state, took over as the new police chief at a simple ceremony. He continues to hold the charge of Director-General (Prisons). ...Less

A civilian was also injured when militants opened fire on a CRPF team deployed on law and order duty at A ...More

A civilian was also injured when militants opened fire on a CRPF team deployed on law and order duty at Achabal Chowk in Anantnag and escaped. ...Less

The official said as the searches were going on, security forces were fired upon by militants. The fire w ...More

The official said as the searches were going on, security forces were fired upon by militants. The fire was retaliated by security forces, leading to a gunfight. "In the ensuing encounter, two terrorists were neutralized and the bodies retrieved from the site of encounter," a police officer said. ...Less

The number of fatalities have been steadily rising since the last three years with the number of civilian ...More

The number of fatalities have been steadily rising since the last three years with the number of civilians doubling since 2015. ...Less

Schools and colleges can open from August 10, read an order from District Magistrate Sushma Chauhan. ...More

Schools and colleges can open from August 10, read an order from District Magistrate Sushma Chauhan. ...Less

"I want to assure friends of Jammu and Kashmir that the situation will gradually return to normalcy and t ...More

"I want to assure friends of Jammu and Kashmir that the situation will gradually return to normalcy and their difficulties will ease," the PM said. ...Less

UN Secretary General António Guterres plans a trip to Pakistan on February 15 and Islamabad hopes to enca ...More

UN Secretary General António Guterres plans a trip to Pakistan on February 15 and Islamabad hopes to encash visit by internationalising the Kashmir issue. The UN Security Council has twice rejected attempts by China to internationalise the Kashmir issue. Guterres has no plans to visit India as part of this trip ...Less

According to Chief Electoral Officer Hirdesh Kumar, Jammu and Kashmir is likely to get around 25 lakh add ...More

According to Chief Electoral Officer Hirdesh Kumar, Jammu and Kashmir is likely to get around 25 lakh additional voters, including outsiders, after the special summary revision of electoral rolls being held for the first time after the abrogation of Article 370. ...Less

The home department has issued fresh guidelines for the district magistrates regarding the issuance of in ...More

The home department has issued fresh guidelines for the district magistrates regarding the issuance of individual arms licences revoking the order passed in July 2018 in which restrictions were imposed. ...Less

In an order issued on Sunday, the state executive committee had said all universities, colleges, polytech ...More

In an order issued on Sunday, the state executive committee had said all universities, colleges, polytechnic institutes and ITIs, and classes from 9 to 12 can commence their routine offline teaching by following Covid Appropriate Behaviour and standard operating procedures from February 14. ...Less

The Jammu and Kashmir government plans to establish nearly a dozen townships in various regions, includin ...More

The Jammu and Kashmir government plans to establish nearly a dozen townships in various regions, including Srinagar and Jammu, to curb unplanned urban growth and fulfill housing needs. Identified locations include Padgampura, Watapora, Changran, and others. ...Less

Following the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, political parties and traders' unions have jo ...More

Following the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, political parties and traders' unions have jointly called for a complete shutdown in the Kashmir Valley on Wednesday. This unified action aims to express solidarity with the victims' families and strongly condemn the heinous act. Business communities in Poonch also joined the protest, demanding a complete shutdown to denounce the terror attack. ...Less