Jammu and Kashmir

August 5, 2023 8:41 PM

Abrogation of Article 370 of Constitution completes 4 years; Govt says employment and development being prioritised in J&K

On the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the revocation of Article 370 and 35-A in Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday said that the Union Territory will play a crucial role in Amrit Kaal. Talking to reporters, Mr. Singh said, in a very planned manner, the Modi Government has worked to establish a system in Jammu and Kashmir. He said, in the first five years from 2014-19, Mr Modi gave highest priority to Jammu and Kashmir and the North-East. The Minister said, Mr Mod...

August 4, 2023 11:36 AM

SIA in cooperation with local police conducts multiple raids across twin border districts of Rajouri & Poonch in J&K

In Jammu and Kashmir, the State Investigation Agency (SIA) in cooperation with local police and administration, conducted multiple raids across the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch last evening. These raids were conducted in connection with the investigation of a matter regarding border guides who facilitate infiltration from across the LoC. During the raids some incriminating material and mobile phones have been seized, and the SIA got certain viral leads from these cell phones....

July 31, 2023 7:58 AM

Jammu in August to get fleet of 100 e-buses under Smart City Project Limited

In Jammu and Kashmir, the winter capital of the Union Territory, Jammu is all set to get a fleet of 100 e-buses from the month of August under Smart City Project Limited. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the busses will be supplied by TATA Limited and are expected to make a major contribution to cutting carbon emissions and fostering a cleaner environment. Out of 100 e-busses for Jammu city, 75 (9-meter model) e-buses are arriving in August and 25 (12-meter) vehicles will be ply outsid...

July 28, 2023 8:39 AM

J&K LG attends National Convention on Sufism; highlights its influence in culture & traditions of Jammu & Kashmir

In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the National Convention on "Sufism: A Bridge Between Communities", in Srinagar yesterday, July 27. In his address on the occasion, Mr. Sinha highlighted the influence of Sufism in the culture and traditions of Jammu & Kashmir. He observed that the harmonious relationship among all sects, individuals, and relationship with the whole existence without distinction is real Sufism. He said it is a...

July 25, 2023 11:33 AM

J&K: Amid tight security arrangements, 23rd batch of over 3000 pilgrims left for holy cave shrine of Amarnath

In Jammu and Kashmir, amid tight security arrangements, the 23rd batch of over 3000 pilgrims left for the holy cave shrine of Amarnath from Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas, Jammu early morning on 25th July 2023 for the twin base camps of Baltal and Pahalgam in Kashmir. Among them, 1160 pilgrims preferred the shortest Baltal track, while 1865 opted for the traditional and longest Nunwan-Pahalgam route. So far, a record total of 3,39,410 pilgrims have visited the Amarnath Cave Shrine this...

July 25, 2023 11:31 AM

J&K: Pakistani intruder shot dead by BSF along International Border in Samba

In Jammu and Kashmir, a Pakistani intruder was shot dead by the alert Border Security Force personnel along the International Border in the Samba district of Jammu on 25th July 2023. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that alert border guards picked up suspicious movement near the S.M. Pura post in the Ramgarh sector of Samba district late Monday night and opened fire when the suspected intruder paid no heed to the repeated warnings. One person was hit and died on the s...

July 19, 2023 9:00 AM

J&K: Jammu-Srinagar National Highway closed for vehicular traffic in wee hours today

In Jammu and Kashmir, the 270 km long Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, (NH44), the only all-weather surface link which connects Kashmir valley with the rest of the country has been closed for vehicular traffic today. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the strategic national highway was closed for vehicular traffic in the wee hours today following incessant rain since late last night that triggered multiple landslides at several locations at Cafetaria Mod on the outskirts of Ramban town.&...

July 19, 2023 7:43 AM

Two labourers kill and six injure after landslide hit under-construction building in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur

In Jammu and Kashmir, two labourers were killed and six others injured after a landslide hit an under-construction building in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district yesterday. According to police, a group of labourers were busy in construction work at Kallar near vegetable market in Udhampur town when they came under the landslide around 11.45 am. The sources said a rescue operation was launched immediately and six labourers were rescued in an injured condition and shifted to hospital. Bodi...

July 18, 2023 7:58 AM

JK LG Manoj Sinha chairs meeting to review preparedness for Independence Day celebration 2023

In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a meeting with the senior officers of Civil and Police administration yesterday to review preparedness and to chalk out detailed programme for the celebration of Independence Day this year. He directed the officers to involve PRI and ULB members, Youth Clubs, Self Help Groups, NCC Scouts and Guides, ex-servicemen, prominent citizens, community leaders, religious heads and educational institutions in the Indep...

July 17, 2023 2:08 PM

Police along with Army in joint operation recoveres two IEDs from Wodhpura forest area of Handwara in north Kashmir's

In the Kashmir Valley, Police along with Army in a joint operation have recovered two IEDs from Wodhpura forest area of Handwara in north Kashmir's Kupwara district today. The prompt action by the joint team of security forces have averted a major incident in the area. Police sources said that based on specific information, Army along with Handwara Police launched a swift and well-coordinated Search and Destruction Operation (SADO) at Wodhpura Forest area in the wee hours today. In the join...