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Patrolling parties of the BSF secure the border day and night to prevent infiltration as the water level in the river rises during rainfall, an official said. (Photo: ANI)

BSF Water Wing patrols Chenab river to prevent infiltration

A boat driver of the BSF patrolling party said that teams have given special training to tackle every challenge.

25 Jul 2019 1:28 PM

The pilgrims, including 626 women, five children and 141 sadhus (saints), left for the Valley in a fleet of 100 vehicles under tight security cover. (Photo: File)

Over 2,700 pilgrims leave Jammu for Amarnath cave shrine

They are expected to reach the twin base camps of Pahalgam in Anantnag district and Baltal in Ganderbal district later in the day.

24 Jul 2019 1:11 PM

He also said, Pakistan has nothing to do with the welfare of any minority community and its diabolic gestures will be exposed in coming times. (Photo: ANI)

Pakistan can play with religious sentiments of Sikhs, warns expert

Dipankar Sengupta, professor at Jammu University said that Pakistan was taking advantage beacause there were more Sikh shrines there.

23 Jul 2019 8:49 PM

The family was forced to leave their home in Sopore area of north Kashmir along with many other Kashmiri Pandit families during the mass exodus in 1990. (Photo: Representational image)

Plea for reinvestigation of killings of 3 school teachers in Kashmir's Ramban in 1997

The plea sought directions to authorities to probe the role of Bitta Karate and former state education minister Abdul Qayoom.

23 Jul 2019 8:47 PM

A civilian was injured in Pakistani firing in Balnoi village along the LoC in Mendhar sector of Poonch district on Saturday. (Photo: Representational)

Pak Army fires at Indian posts along LoC for second consecutive day

Cross-border firing continued in Poonch, Krishna Ghati, Mankote and Mendhar sectors.

23 Jul 2019 6:37 PM

Gulam Rasool Bhat, a local, said 'The unity is such here that you cannot differentiate between Hindu and Muslims here,' (Photo: ANI)

Muslims participate in Amarnath yatra celebrations, set example of communal harmony

Hundreds of Kashmiri pandits and Muslims welcomed Chari Mubarak (holy mace) as part of Amarnath yatra at Mattan Martand Mandir.

17 Jul 2019 11:05 AM

The officials said while 5,270 pilgrims opted for the traditional 36-km Pahalgam route in Anantnag district, 2,723 would take the shorter 12-km Baltal track in Ganderbal district. Over 1.75 lakh pilgrims have so far registered themselves for the 46-day long pilgrimage. (Photo: ANI)

Amarnath Yatra resumes from Jammu, biggest batch of 7,993 pilgrims leaves for Kashmir

The 13th batch of 7,993 pilgrims, the biggest so far, left Jammu for the twin base camps of Baltal and Pahalgam in Kashmir, officials said.

14 Jul 2019 4:25 PM

'We condemn the attempts of the Chinese army of continuous interference with our territory and its hostile attitude towards India. It is a serious matter for the country, about their incursion in Damchok', JKPCC Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma said. (Photo: File)

Congress condemns Chinese Army 'crossing' LAC in Demchok sector of Ladakh

Chinese soldiers crossed the LAC in Demchok sector of Ladakh division, security officials had said.

13 Jul 2019 8:47 PM

The demonstration was led by ASKPC president Ravinder Raina and over 400 members from the displaced community assembled in front of the Governor's House. (Photo: File)

Organisations representing Kashmiri Pandits observe July 13 as 'Black Day'

Members of the organisations held a demonstration outside the Raj Bhawan here, even as Martyrs' Day was observed in Jammu and Kashmir.

13 Jul 2019 7:49 PM

On July 8, the pilgrimage was suspended as a precautionary measure in view of the third death anniversary of former Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani. (Photo: Representational I File)

Amarnath suspended from Jammu due to separatist-sponsored strike in Kashmir

July 13 is observed as Martyrs' Day in Kashmir.

13 Jul 2019 4:27 PM

A father-son duo were killed when their car plunged into a canal after being hit by a bus at Domana in the outskirts of the city on the Jammu-Akhnoor Road. (Photo: File I Representational)

Army officer among 3 killed in separate road accidents in J&K

Captain Naveeta Ranjan, a resident of Rajasthan's Jaipur, was killed after she lost control over her private car.

08 Jul 2019 2:53 PM

"Amarnath Yatra is taking place for years. But unfortunately, the arrangements done this year are against the people of Kashmir. It's causing a lot of trouble in the day-to-day lives of local people. I would like to request the Governor to intervene in this," the former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister said. (Photo: File)

Arrangements for Amarnath Yatra are causing trouble to Kashmiris: Mehbooba Mufti

The 46-day long Amarnath Yatra kicked off on July 1 and will conclude on the 15th of next month coinciding with Raksha Bandhan.

08 Jul 2019 11:38 AM

The cross-border firing and shelling continued till 10.30 pm, the officials said, adding that the casualties suffered by the Pakistani troops in the retaliatory action were not known immediately. (Photo: Representational I File)

Pakistan violates ceasefire In J&K's Rajouri, 2 Soldiers injured in firing

The Army retaliated in a befitting manner to silence the Pakistani guns, a defence spokesperson said.

06 Jul 2019 4:05 PM

A complaint against former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti over her 'seditious' statement earlier this year has been forwarded by the Jammu district magistrate to a senior police officer for examination and necessary action as warranted by the law, a social activist said Wednesday. (Photo: File)

Complaint against Mehbooba over 'seditious' statement forwarded to Jammu SSP

Khajuria had filed an RTI application on March 30, seeking information about the action taken on his complaint against Mufti.

03 Jul 2019 3:49 PM

'In the meeting, the burning issue of drug menace in Jammu district and the measures to curb this threat were discussed,' the spokesperson said. (Photo: Representational)

'Mohalla' committees to tackle drug menace in Jammu

The decision came at a joint meeting of officials, civil society and NGOs held on Tuesday evening.

26 Jun 2019 4:56 PM

The Army chief was also briefed on the infusion of technology with operational techniques and integration of force multipliers, which has increased capabilities manifold. (Photo: ANI)

Army prepared for emerging security challenges: General Rawat

He reviewed the security situation and exhorted all ranks to remain vigilant.

22 Jun 2019 8:27 PM

‘I started wondering about two things, why is he insisting that I should go and check Vishal's call records and second, why the hell is he sweating on a chilly morning of January,’ Chief investigator R K Jalla recalled. (Photo: PTI/File)

Kathua case: Chief investigator regrets Vishal's release on benefit of doubt

Chief Investigator R K Jalla said Sanji Ram made every attempt to save his son from this case.

11 Jun 2019 2:16 PM

28-years-old Jawed hails from Village Marrar of Bihar's Khagaria district and is survived by his wife. (Photo: ANI | Representational)

Army jawan killed in 'unprovoked ceasefire violation' by Pak Army

‘Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked ceasefire violation in Poonch Sector on the Line of Control,’ press release by Defence Wing PRO said.

11 Jun 2019 1:55 PM

Former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti on Monday welcomed the Pathankot court verdict in the Kathua rape case, demanding 'severe punishment' to the convicts. (Photo: File)

Time to stop politics over heinous crime: Mufti, Omar welcomes Kathua case verdict

The case created public outrage with activists and people hitting the streets demanding justice to the victim.

10 Jun 2019 2:03 PM

‘Our mission is to make nationalist forces strong in the state and I will continue doing it. We will continue to boost the morale of our security forces,’ Raina also said. (Photo: Twitter | @RavinderBJPJK)

Ravinder Raina claims he's on Hizbul Mujahideen's hit list

'Pakistan and terrorists are cowards. They only know to backstab,’ Raina said.

09 Jun 2019 1:11 PM

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