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581 Paramilitary Companies Sanctioned for Amarnath Yatra
As the annual Amarnath Yatra begins on July 3, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved a large-scale deployment of paramilitary forces to secure the pilgrimage routes and surrounding areas. A total of 581 companies of…
Calling back tourists with ‘Chalo Kashmir’ campaign
Vinod Chandrashekhar DixitJammu and Kashmir remains one of the most iconic, scenic, and culturally significant destinations in India—and across the globe. Tourism is the lifeline of Kashmir’s economy, directly and…
Two Hybrid LeT Militants Apprehended In Shopian: Officials
Police today said that two hybrid terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were arrested during a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) launched at Baskuchan area of south Kashmir’s Shopian district by SOG Shopian in…
Srinagar youth’s body recovered 4 days after he jumped into Jehlum
The body of a 24-year-old youth who jumped into the River Jhelum near Zainakadal Bridge on May 26 was recovered on Thursday morning, officials said.An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the body…
Ruling alliance MLAs to head 6 committees, opposition gets 3
The Speaker of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly today constituted nine House Committees, including three financial panels, to oversee various functions as per the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the J&K…
SIA Apprehends Man Evading Arrest For 2 Years
State Investigation Agency Kashmir on Wednesday claimed to have arrested a accused who was evading arrest past two years in connection with a narco-terror case.In a handout to GNS, the SIA Kashmir said that they have achieved a…
Family Alleges Payment Demands During Critical Care; Paras Hospital Staff Suspended
In the wake of a patient’s death that has triggered widespread outrage in Srinagar, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Srinagar has ordered the suspension of several doctors and paramedical staff associated with Paras Hospital,…
Restrictions at Tourist Spots Must Be Reviewed: CM Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said there is a need to promote Kashmir’s tourist destinations locally, especially before the visitors from across the country start arriving here.After…
GST Dialogue: J&K State Taxes Department Engages Kashmir Trader Fraternity to Address Key…
In a significant outreach initiative, the Jammu & Kashmir State Taxes Department held a comprehensive GST interaction meeting with the Kashmir Trader Fraternity today. The session was chaired by Commissioner State Taxes, Mr. P. K.…
Major Weather Spell to Hit J&K From May 29 to 31
People across Jammu & Kashmir are advised to prepare for a change in weather conditions, as the region is expected to witness intermittent scattered rain and thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds this afternoon, particularly in…