Srinagar, Oct 10: In a major crackdown, police in Srinagar today conducted raids on residences of 21 militant associates and overground workers linked with banned organizations Police said the raids are part of the sustained efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem and curb unlawful activities. The searches were carried out at the residences [] The post J&K: Police conducts raids on residences of 21 terror associates appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 10: The National Conference (NC) on Friday announced Choudhary Muhammad Ramzan, Shammi Oberoi, and Sajad Kichloo as its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. Speaking at a press conference, NC General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar said the party has finalized three candidates and is currently in talks with the Congress regarding the [] The post NC Nominates Choudhary Ramzan, Sajad Kichloo, Shammi Oberoi for RS polls appeared first on Northlines .

Islamabad, Oct 10: Pakistani authorities on Friday closed major roads leading to the capital and suspended mobile internet services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi to prevent a protest march by Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), a right-wing extremist group. The TLP had announced a march in Islamabad against the killings in Gaza, coinciding ironically with a truce in [] The post Pak Authorities Closes Roads, Suspends Internet to Block TLP Protest appeared first on Northlines .

Chandigarh, Oct 10: The Chandigarh Police on Friday registered a first information report (FIR) against Haryana DGP Shatrujeet Singh Kapur and 10 others for abetting the suicide of IGP Y Puran Kumar, who was found dead at his Sector-11 residence on October 7. The FIR, filed under Section 108 read with 3(5) of the Bharatiya [] The post IGP Suicide Case: Haryana DGP, 10 Others Booked for Abetment appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 10: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction is expected to be held between December 13 and 15, with all franchises required to submit their player retention lists by November 15, according to reports from Cricbuzz. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is in the final stages of confirming [] The post IPL 2026 Mini-Auction Likely on Dec 13-15; Retention Lists Due Nov 15 appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Oct 10: The body of another Paratrooper has been recovered from the upper reaches of Kokernag in South Kashmir, three days after the duo went missing during an anti-militancy operation in the area amid a severe snowstorm. Officials said the soldiers body was located during the ongoing search and rescue operation launched soon after [] The post J&K: 2nd Paratroopers Body Recovered in Kokernag After Snowstorm appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 10: The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a PIL seeking an inquiry and systemic reforms in drug safety following deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, allegedly caused by toxic cough syrups. A bench comprising Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and K. Vinod Chandran rejected the plea filed [] The post Cough Syrup Deaths: SC Dismisses PIL for CBI Probe, Nationwide Reforms appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Oct 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the creation of 121 posts of Senior Residents and Tutors in the Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) of Srinagar and Jammu by abolishing 307 posts of House Physicians and House Surgeons, a move that has drawn strong criticism from the medical fraternity. According to Government Order [] The post 307 House Physician Posts Cut, 121 Senior Resident Posts Created in J&K; AIMSA Slams Decision appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 10: The Supreme Court on Friday granted the central government six weeks to file its response on petitions seeking the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai heard submissions from both the petitioners and the Centre during the hearing. The CJI noted the [] The post J&K Statehood: Supreme Court Seeks Centres Reply in Six Weeks appeared first on Northlines .

Chandigarh, Oct 9: Renowned vegetarian bodybuilder and Bollywood actor Varinder Singh Ghuman passed away on Thursday following a heart attack. He was admitted to a private hospital in Amritsar on Wednesday but succumbed during treatment, officials said. A native of Jalandhar, Ghuman, around 40, was a former Mr. India titleholder and had acted alongside Salman [] The post Punjabi Bodybuilder and Actor Varinder Singh Ghuman Dies of Heart Attack in Amritsar appeared first on Northlines .

Leh, Oct 9: The Ladakh Union Territory administration on Thursday met with representatives of civil society groups in Leh to defuse tensions following last months violence that left four people dead and several injured, officials said. The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Pawan Kotwal, was attended by DGP S.D. Singh Jamwal, Leh Apex Body (LAB) [] The post Ladakh Adm, Civil Bodies Hold Talks to Restore Calm After Violence appeared first on Northlines .

Ramban, Oct 10: One person died and two others were injured in a collision between a truck and a light motor vehicle at Seri in Ramban district on Friday morning. Officials said the crash occurred on the JammuSrinagar National Highway, leading to the on-the-spot death of one individual while two others suffered injuries. Police and [] The post One Dead, Two Injured in Seri Ramban Road Mishap appeared first on Northlines .

Says committed to cripple terror ecosystem; Security forces given freehand New Delhi, Oct 9: Reaffirming the PM Modi led governments resolve to achieve a terrorism-free Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday asserted that security forces will continue to have full operational freedom to eliminate any threat to peace and stability in [] The post Home Minister reaffirms Govts resolve to make J&K terrorism free appeared first on Northlines .

Passage remains elusive; only 3 such bills passed in past 45 years Srinagar, Oct 9: As political parties in Jammu & Kashmir are blitzing on private member bills submitted by them in the Legislative Assembly, the reality remains that such bills rarely see the light of day. A Private Members Bill is a legislative proposal [] The post Blitz over private member bills in J&K faces reality check appeared first on Northlines .

Both leaders back joint military exercises, global anti-terror mechanisms under UN framework New Delhi, Oct 9: India and the United Kingdom on Thursday strongly condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 civilians, mostly tourists dead. In a joint statement following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer [] The post Modi, Starmer agree on anti-terror efforts, condemn Pahalgam attack appeared first on Northlines .

MoP predicts 980 MWs power shortfall Jammu Tawi, Oct 9: With the onset of cold weather, the Ministry of Power (MoP) has predicted a peak power requirement of 3470 Megawatts (MWs) for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh for the ongoing month. However, contrary to it the ministry has anticipated that there may be a peak [] The post J&K, Ladakh likely to see 3470 MWs peak power demand in October appeared first on Northlines .

LG Gupta urges people to stay vigilant, support regions development Leh, Oct 9: Life has returned to normal in Ladakh after the lifting of restrictions in the region. Officials said that peoples cooperation and their responsible conduct has led to restoration of internet services, smooth functioning of educational institutions, and resumption of public transport and [] The post Life returns to normal in Ladakh: Restrictions lifted, internet restored, educational institutions reopen appeared firs

Srinagar, Oct 9: Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday ordered the transfer and posting orders for 108 administrative officers across various departments and positions. According to an order, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, awaiting adjustment in the General Administration Department, has been posted as Vice-Chairman, Lakes Conservation and Management Authority (LCMA), and will also hold the [] The post Transfers, postings of 108 JKAS officers appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Oct 8: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has accorded sanction for granting Selection Grade (Non-functional) of Level-10A (Rs 56,600Rs 1,79,800) in favour of nine officers of the J&K Secretariat (Gazetted) Service-I (Under Secretaries). Those granted the grade include Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat, Nighat Parveen, Saroj Khah, Firdousa Jan, Mohammad Abdullah Waggay, Dharam Paul, [] The post 9 Under Secys granted selection grade appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 9: In a major reshuffle, the Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the transfer and posting of 24 IPS and JKPS officers in the interest of administration. According to an order under number 484-Home of 2025, issued by the Home Department, Abdul Ghani Mir, IPS (AGMUT:1994), awaiting orders of posting, has been appointed [] The post Major rejig in Police; 24 IPS, JKPS officers transferred appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 9: Security forces today busted a terrorists hideout and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, including two AK-series rifles in Kupwara district. The Army said the recovery was made by a joint team of police and the Army in Brijthor forest, Warsun, Kupwara. Based on specific intelligence input, a joint operation was [] The post Terrorists hideout busted in Kupwara appeared first on Northlines .

Ajay Sharma Reasi, October 9 Despite tall claims from the administration of intensifying measures against illegal mining, a local whistleblower in Reasi has accused authorities of ignoring widespread illegal operations in local rivers and nallahs. The whistleblower reported that overloaded vehicles transporting sand and stones are bypassing multiple checkpoints and licensing requirements. Mining operations are [] The post Illegal mining goes unabated in Reasi: Administration oblivious or complic

Lt Col Ankit Sharma When i first wrote about the idea of a Jammu and Kashmir IPL team by 2030, it was more than just a sporting dream, it was a vision to transform the perception of J&K and bring the valley into the global cricketing spotlight. An IPL franchise from the region would not [] The post Mithun Manhas And The IPL Dream A Vision J&K Should Pursue appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Parveen Kumar I have been growing this for the last 40 years told Bishno Devi when asked for how long she has been growing Amaranthus. Hailing from a remote village Chakwain block Batote of district Ramban, she calls its grain as Seuolwhich she believes is a holy grain largely consumed during fast and [] The post Amaranthus: Finding the Forgotten grain appeared first on Northlines .

Dr. Satwant Singh Rissam The rise of the digital world has given birth to digital creatorsindividuals who produce content for platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and others. These digital creators in India have transformed media, culture, and communication in our lives. While they have opened new avenues for creativity and entrepreneurship, their influence also [] The post Detrimental Effects of Digital Creators appeared first on Northlines .

Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Welfare of farmers remains the top priority of the central government, as relentless efforts are being made to make farming easier, reduce production costs, and increase farmers profits. Transforming the lives of farmers and making agriculture a pillar of national prosperity is not just Prime Minister ShriNarendraModis goal it is [] The post New GST rates in the agriculture sector a blessing for farmers appeared first on Northlines .

It is good that the J&K Government has lately started focusing on adventure tourism because there is a lot of scope in this sector which has never been explored in the region. In this context, the Tourism Department has reportedly started a six-day training course for paragliding pilots at Aithem, Jammu. The training programme [] The post Adventure Tourism gains momentum appeared first on Northlines .

Mumbai: As part of the ongoing press tour to Mumbai organized byPress Information BureauJ&K, the delegation of media persons of Jammu & Kashmir today visited the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE). The visits aimed to acquaint the media persons with Indias scientific progress and research-driven innovations in [] The post PIB J&K Media delegation visits IIT Bombay, DAE appeared first on Northlines .

JAMMU, Oct 9: In a major administrative reshuffle, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfers and postings of 108 officers, with 104 among them JKAS officers. As per an official order issued by GAD- JK, Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, JKAS, awaiting orders of adjustment in the General Administration Department, is posted as Vice-Chairman, [] The post Major Bureaucratic Shuffle: 108 J&K Officers Get New Assignments appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 09: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday announced that it will field candidates for both the Budgam and Nagrota constituencies, where by-elections are scheduled to be held next month. The Budgam seat fell vacant after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah resigned from it and decided to retain the Ganderbal constituency, while the [] The post BJP to contest both Budgam and Nagrota seats: LoP Sunil Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

SRINAGAR, Oct 9: The search operation to locate and rescue two missing soldiers in Anantnag district of Jammu entered its third day on Thursday, officials here said. Dense vegetation, rough terrain and inclement weather continued to hinder the efforts, they added. The soldiers, both commandos of an elite Para unit, went missing during a combing [] The post J&K: Search for Two Missing Commandos in Anantnag Enters 3rd Day appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 9: In a significant intelligence-led operation, Punjab Polices Counter-Intelligence unit in Jalandhar successfully busted a terror module linked to the Pakistan-based Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), officials confirmed on Thursday. During the operation, authorities recovered 2.5 kilograms of IED, reportedly intended for a targeted terror attack, and apprehended two operatives associated with the [] The post Punjab Police Foils ISI-Backed BKI Plot, Recovers 2.5 Kg IED appeared f

New Delhi, Oct 9: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to review the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The meeting was attended by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Intelligence Bureau Director Tapan Deka, J&K Police Chief Nalin Prabhat, CRPF DG G.P. Singh, BSF [] The post HM Amit Shah Holds High-Level Security Review Meet on J&K appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 9: The Indian Air Force (IAF) celebrated its 93rd anniversary with the usual pomp, ceremony, and patriotism but this year, the celebrations also came with a surprising twist that has captured the imagination of netizens across India. A photo of the dinner menu, shared on social media, went viral almost immediately, [] The post From Rawalpindi Tikka to Balakot Tiramisu: IAFs Dinner Menu Sparks Online Buzz appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Oct 09: A day after Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma slammed National Conference over governance and human rights, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Thursday called him a lollipop leader. Speaking to reporters, as per news agency, Choudhary described him as a lollipop leader. If you conduct his narco test, he [] The post NC-BJP War of Words Escalates; Deputy CM Calls LoP Sharma a Lollipop Leader appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu, Oct 9: The Jammu & Kashmir Governments Directorate of Geology & Mining has suspended an MTS (Chowkidar) deployed at the District Mineral Officer (DMO), Rajouri, for allegedly misusing social media to post content against the government. The suspension, issued under Order No. 02-JK (DGM) of 2025, cites Rule 18 of the J&K Government Employees [] The post J&K Mining Dept Suspends Employee Over Social Media Misuse appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 9: In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court on Thursday held that judicial officers who had completed seven years of practice as advocates before joining the bench can be considered for appointment as district judges against vacancies reserved for members of the bar. A five-judge Constitution Bench comprising Chief Justice B.R. Gavai [] The post Judicial Officers With 7 Years at Bar Can Be District Judges: SC appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 9: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) on Wednesday conducted searches at multiple locations across Srinagar in connection with a 53 lakh land fraud case, registered under FIR No. 23/2025 for offences under Sections 420 and 120-B of the IPC. According to an official statement, the case originated [] The post CBK raids multiple locations in 53 Lakh Land Fraud Case appeared first on Northlines .

New Delhi, Oct 9: Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai today expressed concern over the huge pendency of cases before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), revealing that disputes involving nearly 6.85 lakh crore amounting to over 2% of Indias GDP are still awaiting resolution. Speaking at a symposium titled Income Tax Appellate [] The post Pendency of Cases a Major Concern, Says CJI appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 9: The Supreme Court will on Friday hear a batch of petitions seeking the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs statehood, which was revoked following the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. The pleas are listed at serial number 17 before a bench led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI). The [] The post SC to Hear J&K Statehood Petitions on Oct 10 appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday carried out a major reshuffle in the police administration, transferring and posting several senior IPS and JKPS officers across the Union Territory in the interest of administration. According to Government Order No. 484-Home of 2025 issued by the Home Department, Abdul Ghani Mir, IPS (AGMUT:1994), [] The post Major Police Reshuffle in J&K: 7 IPS, 14 JKPS Officers Transferred appeared first on Northlines .

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NC, Cong, BJP hold internal consultations for selection Jammu Tawi. Srinagar, October 8:Intense political consultations are underway in Jammu and Kashmir as major political parties the National Conference (NC), the Congress, and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) deliberate over the selection of candidates for two Assembly by-elections and the forthcoming Rajya Sabha polls. [] The post Hectic parleys in J&K as parties finalise candidates for 2 Assembly By-Polls, Rajya Sabha seats appeared first

Sarbjeet Jammu Tawi, October 8: Police have arrested a man accused of desecrating Sri Guru Granth Sahib at a gurdwara in Kaulpur village of Samba district, officials said on Wednesday. According to police sources, the accused, identified as Manjit Singh alias Billa, a resident of Kaulpur, allegedly used inflammable oil to set fire [] The post Man arrested for desecration of Guru Granth Sahib in Samba; Sikh Community Protests appeared first on Northlines .

LG Sinha, CS, security top brass to attend Meet likely to focus on anti-terror ops, infiltration control, and winter readiness New Delhi, Oct 8: Union Home Minister, Amit Shah will chair a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Thursday to review the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir. Sources said that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, [] The post Home Minister to chair J&K security review meeting in New Delhi today appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 8: Security forces launched a massive search operation in the forests of Kokernag area in Anantnag to locate two missing soldiers after losing contact with them during a combing exercise in the area to track down terrorists, officials said on Wednesday. The combing operation was launched two days ago in the Ahlan Gadole [] The post Two soldiers go missing during combing operation in Kokernag appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Oct 8: Security forces on Wednesday stepped up their search for terrorists believed to be hiding in remote forest areas in Rajouri and Udhampur districts, officials said. While a brief encounter took place between police and some terrorists in Beeranthub area of Kandi in Rajouri on Tuesday evening, three suspected terrorists were also [] The post Search Ops on to track down terrorists in Rajouri, Udhampur appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Oct 8 : The pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district resumed Wednesday morning after remaining suspended for three days owing to inclement weather, officials said. The traffic on the 270-km Jammu-Srinagar national highway was also partially allowed after a day-long suspension, while all government and private [] The post Vaishno Devi pilgrimages resumed after 3-days appeared first on Northlines .

Jammu Tawi, Oct 8: Continuing its anti-encroachment drive, the Jammu Development Authority (JDA) today carried out a demolition operation on Khasra No. 504, Kore Jagir, Nagrota. During the operation, 3 illegal structures and 2 plinths were demolished, retrieving around 50 kanal of prime JDA land. A signboard indicating JDA ownership has been installed on [] The post JDA retrieves 50 Kanal land appeared first on Northlines .

Srinagar, Oct 8: The Jammu and Kashmr Board of School Education (J&K BOSE) has notified the date-sheets for 11th and 12th classes Annual/ Regular, 2025 (Oct- Nov Session), scheduling the examinations from November 19 and November 8 respectively. In all over 1,52,000 students of class 11th (81,000) and 12th (71,000) from Kashmir Division and winter [] The post JK BOSE notifies date-sheet for annual board exams of Class 11th, 12th appeared first on Northlines .