PSA order against Bandipora man declared illegal, court flags “vague” grounds
Srinagar: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed the preventive detention of a Bandipora resident under the Public Safety Act (PSA), holding that the order was based on vague grounds and lacked proper application of…
ACB traps PDD meter reader in Rajouri for Rs 30,000 Bribe
Srinagar: The J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau on Tuesday said they have arrested, a meter reader posted in PDD Rajouri, after catching him red-handed while accepting a bribe of rupees 30,000 from a complainant in exchange for reducing an…
MARCOS commando critically injured during Jhelum rescue operation in Uri, shifted to Army hospital
Srinagar: A joint rescue operation was launched in Uri area of Baramulla district after a woman reportedly jumped into the Jhelum river, while a Navy MARCOS commando sustained critical injuries during the search effort, officials said.
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PDP leader Yasir Reshi alleges irregularities in lease of Waqf land in Bandipora
Bandipora: Former Member of Legislative Council and senior Peoples Democratic Party leader Yasir Reshi has alleged irregularities in the leasing of around 150 kanals of Waqf land in Asham Sumbal area of Bandipora district, raising concerns…
PDP Slams Sakina Itoo’s Remarks on Private Teachers, Urges Unity in Education Sector
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday strongly criticized Education Minister Sakina Itoo over her recent remarks regarding the qualifications of private school teachers, terming them “unfortunate” and…
Hotel damaged in Pahalgam fire, man killed by reversing fire truck
Srinagar: A hotel and a vehicle were damaged after a massive fire broke out in the Pahalgam area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district late Monday evening, officials said, adding that a man also died after being hit by a reversing fire…
Tiles stolen, pedestrian pathway damaged overnight in Bandipora village, Officials promise inquiry
Bandipora: A tiled pedestrian pathway constructed near a shrine in Gundpora village of Arin block in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district was allegedly damaged overnight and its tiles stolen, triggering anger among locals who have demanded…
CM Omar greets people on sacred night of Shab-e-Qadr
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, on the sacred occasion of Shab-e-Qadr (Lailat-ul-Qadr), which is being observed tonight.
In his message, the Chief Minister…
Lieutenant Governor’s greetings on Shab-e-Qadr
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the occasion of Shab-e-Qadr.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: “On the auspicious occasion of Shab-e-Qadr, I extend my heartiest…
Leopard scare in Sopore, Rafiabad as sightings continue
Wildlife Dept says over six cages placed at vulnerable spots
Sopore: Repeated leopard sightings in parts of Sopore and Rafiabad in north Kashmir's Baramulla district have triggered panic among residents, with locals urging the wildlife…