JAMMU: The annual Amarnath Yatra resumed on Saturday after a six-day suspension caused by adverse weather conditions, with more than 6,000 pilgrims leaving the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu for the Baltal base camp in Kashmir Valley, officials said. The pilgrimage had been suspended on July 19 as a precaution following persistent rainfall and Read More…
New Delhi: India on Friday strongly rejected China’s official account of the recent meeting between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, asserting that New Delhi has never violated China’s sovereignty while accusing Beijing of continuing its illegal occupation of Indian territory in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The Ministry of Read More…
Srinagar: The annual Amarnath Yatra has been temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes following forecasts of widespread heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir over the next few days. Authorities announced that no pilgrims will be allowed to proceed from the Baltal and Nunwan/Chandanwari base camps in Kashmir, as well as the Bhagwati Read More…
Jammu: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has embarked on a two-day visit to Jammu & Kashmir, highlighting the central government’s focus on the region amid rising concerns over political and security stability. Senior Congress leader and legislator Tariq Hameed Karra remarked that Shah’s frequent visits indicate that “things are not normal in J&K.” During his Read More…
Srinagar – The serene valley of Pahalgam turned into a scene of horror as a deadly terror attack claimed 28 lives, including 27 men and one woman. More than ten others remain hospitalized with serious injuries. The bodies of the deceased have been brought to Srinagar for postmortem, including that of Ramachandran, a native of Read More…
The Indian Railways has introduced a specially designed Vande Bharat Express tailored to withstand the harsh winter conditions of Jammu and Kashmir. This train will operate on the Katra-Srinagar route, enhancing connectivity and ensuring seamless travel even during extreme weather. Railway officials highlighted that this winter-special Vande Bharat Express comes equipped with advanced heating systems, Read More…
In a landmark development for India’s infrastructure, the much-awaited train service connecting Delhi to Kashmir is scheduled to begin on January 26, 2025. This announcement comes as the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project nears completion, with major construction work, including tunnels and bridges, wrapping up. The service will offer direct rail connectivity to Kashmir, bridging Read More…
In a strong message to troops following a recent terror attack in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, where an elite special forces junior commissioned officer (JCO) was killed and three soldiers were injured, the Northern Army Commander has urged heightened alertness across anti-terror operations. Emphasizing vigilance and readiness, the commander highlighted the need for robust security Read More…