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ECI teams seize narcotics worth Rs 3,958 crore during ongoing Lok Sabha elections

Intelligence-based coordinated action, constant review, and ESMS-enabled real-time monitoring resulted in unprecedented seizures during elections.

18 May 2024 7:54 pm
It's official now: BJP declares support for Apni Party candidate on J&K's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

As Mehbooba Mufti is contesting the election on the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, the BJP declared support for her rival Zafar Iqbal Manhas of the Apni Party to give a tough fight to the PDP president.

18 May 2024 3:14 pm
Supplementary chargesheet filed against BJP leader-turned-LeT terrorist for his involvement in terror acts

Altaf Hussain Shah alias Talib Hussain, who headed IT cell of the J&K BJP's minority wing, was working on the direction of a dreaded Pakistan-based terror handler.

17 May 2024 7:46 pm
Amid intense election campaign, Amit Shah wraps up his on-political visit to Kashmir

While the BJP called the Union Home Minister's visit non-political, Amit Shah interacted with delegations of Paharis, Gujjar-Bakerwals, and Sikhs.

17 May 2024 1:37 pm
Jammu to Sanji Chhat: Direct chopper service for Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrims starting soon

The direct helicopter service from Jammu to Sanji Chhat aims to help pilgrims who want to complete their darshan at the holy cave within a day.

16 May 2024 8:39 pm
Anlay Pho of Ladakh is one of world's highest polling stations

Situated at a height of 15,000 ft Anlay Pho polling station is set for 84 voters of 32 nomadic families of Ladakh. It is also one of the tented Polling Stations in the Ladakh Parliamentary constituency.

15 May 2024 3:39 pm
Another non-local worker killed in J&K; SIA conducts searches at 11 locations in south Kashmir

Raja Shah, a worker from Bihar was shot dead by terrorists in the Bijbehara area of the poll-bound Anantnag district on April 17.

14 May 2024 11:43 pm
Srinagar Lok Sabha records 36.58% voter turnout at 8 pm, highest after 1996

Chadoora, Chah-i-Sharief, Ganderbal, Kangan, Khansahib and Shopian Assembly segments recorded more than 45% voter turnout.

14 May 2024 10:22 am
As voting begins for Srinagar seat Farooq, Omar charge authorities with harassing NC workers

For the first time in the last 30 years, polling is being held in Kashmir Valley without a boycott call from separatists and terror groups.

13 May 2024 11:43 am
Ex-girlfriend Somy Ali Expresses Concern For Salman Khan, Appeals To Bishnoi Community

She appealed to the head of the Bishnoi tribe to forgive and move on, apologizing on Salman's behalf.

13 May 2024 8:24 am
Blockbuster Lineup Ahead: Tamil Film Industry Set to Impress with Indian 2, GOAT, Vetaiyan, and More

The second half of 2024 is likely to revive the industry with almost all the stars including Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, Vijay and Suriya lining up their film for release.

12 May 2024 5:43 pm
Mehbooba charges authorities with 'fixing' elections in Kashmir after imposition of Section 144 in Pulwama

Smelling foul play in imposing restrictions in the Pulwama district, which is part of the Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency, Mehbooba alleges that authorities trying to help BJP's proxies in Kashmir Valley.

11 May 2024 10:42 pm
Best of three: NC, Apni Party, PDP engage in high-voltage poll canvassing in Srinagar [details]

Termed as a citadel of the National Conference, this time the Srinagar Parliamentary constituency is witnessing a keen contest among NC, PDP, and Apni Party candidates.

10 May 2024 2:37 pm
Narco-terror module busted in J&K's Baramulla; drugs worth Rs 50 crore recovered [details]

Narcotics smuggled from across the LoC are transported to different parts of the country. Money earned through smuggling narcotics is used to fund terror groups.

9 May 2024 8:25 pm
Two terrorists eliminated in Kulgam amid ongoing canvassing for J&K polls [details]

During the last weeks, security forces killed four terrorists in two different counters in north and south Kashmir, where intense election campaigning is going on.

7 May 2024 3:24 pm
Ladakh unit of NC's tender mass resignation amid Farooq's call to support Congress candidate [details]

Ladakh unit of the National Conference tendered mass resignation after Dr Farooq Abdullah directed party leaders to support the Congress candidate on the only Lok Sabha seat in the cold desert.

6 May 2024 7:40 pm
Omar acknowledges separation from wife, pending divorce case in SC, reveals election affidavit

In an affidavit filed before the DEO Baramulla, the former chief minister admitted that he has no land, house, liability, or immovable assets. His only source of income is a pension he is getting as an ex-MP and former legislator.

3 May 2024 6:22 pm
Terror recruitment module busted in central Kashmir, one AuGM terrorist arrested

Through virtual mode, Pakistan-based terror mentors are radicalizing innocent Kashmir youth to lure them to join terror outfits.

3 May 2024 12:25 pm
Setting stage for a high-stakes electoral battle, Omar files papers for north Kashmir's Baramulla seat

Baramulla Parliamentary segment to witness a straight contest between Omar Abdullah and Peoples' Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone.

2 May 2024 8:44 pm
Mehbooba owes her loyalty to INDIA bloc despite Cong's preference for NC; Cites 'bigger cause'

PDP chief repeatedly reaffirmed her allegiance with the INDIA bloc but Congress is supporting the National Conference candidate Mian Altaf, who is contesting against Mehbooba Mufti.

2 May 2024 10:39 am
Namgyal's absence raises eyebrows as BJP nominee files papers for Ladakh seat

BJP has deputed Union Minister Kiran Rijiju and the party's national general secretary Tarun Chugh to placate Jamyang Tsering Namgyal who is sulking after being dropped for Lok Sabha elections.

1 May 2024 11:39 pm
Over 50 houses developed cracks amid sinking of land in J&K's Ramban district

Road connectivity between Gool and Ramban is also snapped following land subsidence. Over 60,000 population cut off from district headquarters.

27 Apr 2024 7:45 pm
Cong dumps PDP, announces support to NC on three Lok Sabha seats of Kashmir

Instead of trying to evolve consensus between the two constituents of the INDIA bloc, Congress supported the National Conference in the ongoing electoral battle in Kashmir Valley.

25 Apr 2024 6:45 pm
Congress dumps PDP; announces support to NC in three Lok Sabha seats of Kashmir

Instead of trying to evolve consensus between the two constituents of the INDIA bloc, Congress supported the National Conference in the ongoing electoral battle in Kashmir Valley.

25 Apr 2024 6:43 pm
VPN services suspended in Rajouri ahead of polls amid terror threat [details]

VPN services were suspended after police authorities observed unprecedented usage of this service during the past few days in a different part of the district by suspicious internet users.

25 Apr 2024 5:36 pm
Rajouri terror attack: Over 50 suspects detained, operation to eliminate terrorists underway

Two terrorists, including a dreaded LeT commander Abu Hamza, were involved in the killing of a government employee Mohammad Razaq.

24 Apr 2024 11:42 pm
Injustice to a dedicated Karyakarta: BJP's poster boy raises banner of revolt after denied Ladakh seat

After the party announces to field Tashi Gyalson for the Ladakh Lok Sabha seat, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal opposes the party's decision to replace him without any reason.

24 Apr 2024 12:40 am
BJP leader's statement creates ripples in J&K's political circles [details]

Within hours after BJP leader seeks support for Mehbooba Mufti, the National Conference leader Omar Abdullah dubs PDP as the 'C' team of the Saffron Party.

24 Apr 2024 12:32 am
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviews operational readiness in Siachen

While discussing operational challenges in the world's highest battlefield, the Defence Minister described Siachen as not an ordinary land, but a symbol of India's sovereignty and determination

22 Apr 2024 9:28 pm
Azad's refusal to join electoral battle creates embarrassment for DPAP

Ghulam Nabi Azad has floated his party named Democratic Progressive Azad Party after resigning from the Congress in 2022.

22 Apr 2024 9:25 pm
From tragic accident to ruthless betrayal: Unveiling murder plot by wife, her lover

To portray the murder of her husband as an accident, the woman involved her lover, who is a medical assistant in a government hospital

22 Apr 2024 11:37 am
Udhampur-Doda seat: BJP, Congress stake victory claim after heavy polling

Two days after the polling leaders of both BJP and Congress claimed that people have voted for their parties. Congress president Vikar Rasool Wani claimed that heavy polling indicated change.

22 Apr 2024 11:26 am
BJP's strategy in Kashmir: Silence surrounds future plans for three Lok Sabha seats

President of the J&K unit of BJP Ravinder Raina said that the priority of the BJP is two Parliamentary seats in Jammu province. The central leadership will decide on three Lok Sabha seats of Kashmir Valley.

20 Apr 2024 5:23 pm
On eve of polling day, enthusiasm high among border dwellers to cast votes; good turnout expected

Comprising over 50,000 votes border belt of the Kathua district is a deciding factor in the fate of candidates on the Udhampur-Doda Lok Sabha seat.

19 Apr 2024 12:43 am
Fearing defeat Ghulam Nabi Azad withdraws himself from electoral battlefield

Despite being announced as the party candidate for the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha, the DPAP declared that Ghulam Nabi Azad will not contest Parliamentary elections

18 Apr 2024 12:31 pm
Amarnath Yatra starts June 29, registration from April 15; see how to register, fees & more [details]

Holy Amarnath Yatra will start on June 29 and will conclude on August 19 on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. Online and offline registration for the Yatra will begin on April 15.

14 Apr 2024 3:28 pm
Security forces foil terrorists' attempt to disrupt elections in north Kashmir

Security forces busted a module of the Lashkar-e-Toiba terror outfit in north Kashmir's Baramulla district by arresting three terrorists.

11 Apr 2024 4:39 pm
When is Eid in Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh; crescent sighting report for Eid-ul-Fitr

Since Muslims follow lunar calendar, it is the sighting of the crescent moon that confirms the day of Eid-ul-Fitr.

9 Apr 2024 1:29 am
Pushpa 2's second teaser takes over the internet; fans in awe [watch]

The teaser showcases the Jaathara sequence from the film, a festival honouring the Hindu Tribal goddesses celebrated in Telangana with over 10 million devotees attending annually.

8 Apr 2024 2:22 pm
Sub-Inspector Recruitment Scam: Tout's property worth Rs 1 Cr attached by ED

Yadav and other agents leaked the question papers of the Sub-Inspector's written examination at different places against monetary payments ranging from Rs. 15 Lakh to Rs. 30 Lakh.

6 Apr 2024 7:46 pm
Lok Sabha Poll 2024: Ajai Rai Vs Narendra Modi contest in Varanasi promises to be key for unique reasons

With Rai being fielded for the third time against the PM in the Varanasi constituency, many have questioned and underscored his resolve to defeat Modi

6 Apr 2024 6:38 pm
Climate activist's 21-day fast ends; agitating Ladakhi groups announce order march [details]

Sonam Wangchuk appeals to the Prime Minister to fulfill promises made to the people of Ladakh by the BJP during two successive elections.

27 Mar 2024 1:22 am
WFH vs water conservation: Debate rages amid Bengaluru's worsening water crisis

Once the work from home option is given to employees, it is estimated that a staggering number of migrant workforce will go back to their hometowns and help tide over the crisis during peak summer months.

26 Mar 2024 4:25 pm
Rajnath Singh hails Ladakh as India's national capital of courage, bravery; celebrates Holi in Leh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday celebrated Holi with Army jawans in Leh and lauded them for protecting the country from enemies while braving extreme weather conditions.

24 Mar 2024 11:34 pm
Lal Singh labels Azad vote cutter; dares him to enter electoral fray on home turf [details]

Congress candidate Choudhary Lal Singh alleged that Ghulam Nabi Azad fielded a candidate only to cut non-BJP votes to help the Saffron Party instead of himself joining the electoral battle on his home turf.

24 Mar 2024 6:23 pm
ECI announces comprehensive scheme for Kashmiri migrants to vote in Lok Sabha elections [details]

Living in different parts of the country, Kashmiri migrants are deciding players in three Lok Sabha segments of the valley.

24 Mar 2024 8:21 am
Cong takes lead within INDIA bloc, finalizes candidates for two Lok Sabha seats of J&K

Despite the finalization of his name for the prestigious Udhampur-Doda-Kathua Lok Sabha seat Congress candidate Choudhary Lal Singh will file his nomination papers on the last date to avoid an inauspicious period.

23 Mar 2024 3:35 pm
J&K High Court issues stern warning to authorities over casual approach to road fatalities

Division Bench of J&K High Court directs the expert panel to visit vulnerable sites in the Chenab region immediately and the Pir-Panchal range to stop deaths on roads.

23 Mar 2024 3:30 pm
Congress joins Ladakh unrest, aiming to unseat BJP in Lok Sabha elections

The top leadership of the Congress comes in support of the agitating groups of Ladakh to retrieve its lost ground in the mountainous region.

21 Mar 2024 2:20 pm
BJP treads cautiously for Ladakh seat; aims for hat-trick in cold desert [details]

Ladakh became prestigious for the BJP after the Centre granted the Union Territory status to this mountainous region.

20 Mar 2024 8:24 pm