Jammu: News
Abbottabad to Muzaffarabad to Poonch-Rajouri: How Pahalgam terrorists entered India
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has confirmed that the terrorists behind the deadly Pahalgam attack in April were Pakistani nationals affiliated with the banned terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
Air India health scare: 5 passengers, crew fall sick mid-air
An Air India flight from London to Mumbai was marred by a health scare, with several feeling ill, dizzy, and nauseated on Monday.
Monsoon to cover more parts of North India by Tuesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will reach several parts of North India, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir.
Pakistan reaches out to India for de-escalation amid airstrikes
After heavy airstrikes on its military bases, Pakistan has reached out to India for talks and de-escalation, Firstpost reported, citing government sources.
26 Indian locations targeted by Pakistan in fresh drone attack
In a major escalation of hostilities, Pakistan carried out drone attacks on 26 locations stretching from Baramulla, Kashmir, to Bhuj in the south, along both the international border and the line of control, defense sources told ANI.
Explosion reported near Srinagar Airport; countermeasures activated
An explosion was reported near the Srinagar Airport in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday evening amid a series of drone attacks launched by Pakistan in border states, ABP News reported, citing sources.
Centre activates 14 Infantry Battalions of Territorial Army till 2028
The Ministry of Defense has authorized the Army Chief to call out 14 of 32 Territorial Army Infantry Battalions for deployment throughout Southern, Eastern, Western, Central, Northern, Southwestern, Andaman and Nicobar, and Army Training Command (ARTRAC).
Anupam Kher posts Jammu cousin's reaction after Pakistan's drone attack
Bollywood actor Anupam Kher shared a video sent by his cousin brother Sunil Kher, who resides in Jammu.
Which airports across India have been closed amid India-Pakistan conflict
Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, the Civil Aviation Ministry has suspended civilian operations at 24 airports in northern India.
Chandigarh receives air warning for possible drone attack; sirens sounded
Air sirens went off in Chandigarh on Friday morning after the local Air Force Station issued a warning about a possible aerial strike from Pakistan.
India shoots down Pakistan's F-16 fighter jet amid Jammu attacks
Amid a barrage of missile and drone attacks by Pakistan on several installations in India, including Jammu, Punjab and Rajasthan, a Pakistani F-16 fighter jet has been shot down by India's air defense.
What's Sudarshan Chakra, India's 'Iron Dome' that neutralized Pakistani missiles
India successfully neutralized 15 missiles Pakistan aimed at Indian cities on May 7-8, using the Russian-made S-400 defense system.
IMD forecasts rain in J&K; heatwave in Rajasthan to ease
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate showers in some parts of the Western Himalayan region on Sunday.
IMD forecasts rainfall, thunderstorms across multiple states till March 31
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rainfall in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh till March 31.
Vaishno Devi ropeway project: 72-hour shutdown in Katra explained
A 72-hour shutdown was observed in Katra since Wednesday, against the proposed Mata Vaishno Devi ropeway project.
Railways washing blankets twice/month after public outcry over hygiene
After public outcry over the hygiene of woolen blankets provided in AC coaches, the Northern Railway has announced that it is now washing them every 15 days.
NSG to be stationed in Jammu amid rising terror attacks
In the wake of rising terror attacks, a special task force of the National Security Guard (NSG) will be permanently stationed in Jammu, sources reveal.
J&K Assembly's first session sees chaos over Article 370
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly met for its first session in six years on Monday, November 4.
J&K: BJP leader names possible nominees to new assembly
Ahead of the declaration of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Assembly election results, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Vice-President Sofi Yousuf had announced the names of five probable nominees for the assembly.
J&K: LG's power to nominate 5 MLAs sparks massive row
The power of the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Jammu and Kashmir to nominate five members to the assembly has sparked a major controversy in the Union Territory.
J&K Assembly election phase 3: Polling in 40 seats today
The third and final phase of Jammu and Kashmir's Assembly elections began on Tuesday morning, with voting taking place in 40 constituencies.
Modi's public rally in Srinagar today: What to expect
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a public rally in Srinagar on Thursday, a day after the first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir assembly election concluded with a 59% voter turnout.
J&K 1st phase polling concludes; Kishtwar records highest voter turnout
The first phase of the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir concluded on Wednesday, with a voter turnout of 59.19% recorded till 5:00pm.
Explained: Why 2024 J&K Assembly polls are significant
The first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections is currently underway, marking a significant event in the region's political landscape.
Video: Massive landslide at Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch National Highway; traffic suspended
A major landslide on the Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch National Highway has led to a suspension of vehicular traffic.
Doda: Modi to address rally today, first in 42 years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address a mega rally in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Saturday.
Gunfight erupts in J&K's Udhampur, 3 terrorists killed
A gunfight erupted between security forces and terrorists in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Wednesday.
Jammu: BSF jawan injured in unprovoked firing by Pakistan troops
A Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was injured on Wednesday during an unprovoked firing incident by Pakistani troops in the Akhnoor area of Jammu, violating a ceasefire agreement along the border.
300 additional paramilitary companies to be deployed for J&K polls
The government has announced the deployment of over 300 additional companies of paramilitary forces in Jammu and Kashmir.
Pakistan invites PM Modi for SCO meet in October
Pakistan has extended an invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's (SCO) Council of Heads of Government (CHG) meeting.
CRPF officer killed in terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer was killed when terrorists opened fire on a patrol party in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday.
Army captain killed during encounter with terrorists in J&K
An Indian Army captain was killed on Wednesday during a confrontation with four terrorists in the Assar area of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district.
ED seizes ₹1cr in crypto scam raids across north India
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has confiscated ₹1 crore in cash and several incriminating documents, during raids against a fraudulent cryptocurrency firm.
Jammu-Jodhpur Express train halted in Punjab after receiving bomb threat
An express train en route from Jammu to Jodhpur was abruptly halted due to a bomb threat, news agency ANI reported.
Terrorists attack security post in J&K's Rajouri; soldier injured
The Indian Army thwarted a significant attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district this morning.
500 Para commandos deployed in Jammu to hunt down terrorists
The Indian Army has deployed approximately 500 Para Special Forces commandos in the Jammu region to combat the infiltration of highly trained Pakistani terrorists.
2 soldiers injured in early morning encounter in J&K's Doda
Two soldiers sustained injuries during an encounter with terrorists in the early hours of Thursday in Jaddan Bata village, situated in the Kastigarh area of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district.
Amarnath Yatra 2024: CRPF strengthens security as offline registrations begin
The annual Amarnath Yatra has started offline registration three days ahead of the beginning of the pilgrimage.
Showers in Delhi-NCR bring down temperature, bring respite from heatwave
Delhi and its neighboring regions experienced light rainfall on Friday, offering a break from the intense heatwave that had been affecting the national capital region for over a month.
Kathua attack: 1 CRPF jawan killed, 2 terrorists gunned down
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was killed and two terrorists neutralized in an encounter in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir that broke out on Tuesday evening.
Another terror attack: Encounter underway, 6 Jammu security personnel injured
An encounter is currently underway between terrorists and security forces in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir—following an attack on an army base late last night, according to police reports.
Jammu: 21 dead, 69 injured after bus falls into gorge
At least 21 people were killed and 69 injured after a bus carrying pilgrims fell into a deep gorge in Jammu district on Thursday.
Why climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on 'fast unto death'
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on a fast unto death in freezing temperatures in Leh, Ladakh.
Goods train runs driverless for 80km from Jammu to Punjab
A goods train reportedly traveled nearly 80 kilometers without a driver, reaching speeds of up to 100 kilometers per hour before being stopped near Unchi Bassi in Punjab's Dasuya on Sunday.
PM launches development projects in Jammu; lauds Article 370 abrogation
In a mega-development push ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday laid the groundwork for projects worth Rs. 32,000 crore in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
Rajnath Singh addresses Army amid J&K civilian death row
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited the Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday.
IMD forecasts rainfall in Mumbai; Yellow alert in Gujarat, TN
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rainfall in Mumbai and other coastal areas of Maharashtra from Saturday.
Indian Army closely studying Israel-Hamas war to improve strategy: Report
The Indian Army is closely studying the recent multi-pronged attacks on Israel by the Hamas group, aiming to learn valuable lessons and improve India's defense strategies, The Hindu reported.
J&K: 3 soldiers dead in encounter with terrorists in Kulgam
At least three army personnel reportedly lost their lives in an encounter with terrorists in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
Pakistan using 'guerilla attacks' on security forces in J&K: Report
Pakistan is changing its tactics to create trouble in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) by sending well-equipped and trained terrorists for "guerilla attacks" on security convoys, camps, and patrols, said a recent Hindustan Times report citing sources in the know.
'Through the Ages': ICHR to hold exhibition on J&K, Ladakh
The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) is planning an exhibition showcasing the history of Jammu and Kashmir and its links to ancient India, the Hindustan Times reported.
Vaishno Devi: 10 pilgrims dead as bus falls into gorge
Ten people were killed and 57 others were injured on Tuesday morning when a bus carrying pilgrims to the shrine of Vaishno Devi in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra from Amritsar fell into a gorge.
J&K school gets facelift after girl's viral appeal to Modi
The administration of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has sprung into action to improve a school's facilities after one of its students urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to provide basic infrastructure, reported the news agency PTI.
Jammu and Kashmir: Ramban landslide damages 13 houses; geologists called
Authorities have sought help from the Geological Survey of India to study the massive landslide in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban on Monday that left as many as 13 families homeless.
Jammu: LeT terrorist held, police recovers 'perfume IED'
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police Director General Dilbag Singh on Thursday confirmed that a school teacher-turned Lashkar-e-Taiba-terrorist was arrested for reportedly carrying out multiple blasts, including one on a bus carrying Vaishno Devi pilgrims.
Twin blasts rock J&K's Narwal, leave at least 7 injured
At least seven individuals were injured in two separate explosions incidents on Saturday in the Narwal area of Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu & Kashmir: 4 persons killed in Rajouri terror attack
Four persons were killed and nine others injured after suspected terrorists stormed into their houses and opened fire in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district.
J&K: 4 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu's Sidhra region
At least four terrorists were killed in an encounter with security personnel in the Sidhra area of Jammu and Kashmir's Jammu district on Wednesday morning.
These settlements are your graveyards: Terror group threatens Kashmiri Pandits
Targeted violence against Kashmiri Pandits has been a long-standing issue in Kashmir.
J&K: 4 dead, 6 injured in landslide at power plant
Four people lost their lives and at least six others were injured in back-to-back landslides near an under-construction hydropower plant in Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K) Kishtwar district on Saturday.
Jammu: Controversial order allowing voters' registration for 'non-locals' withdrawn
The Jammu administration on Wednesday rescinded an order that empowered revenue officials to give certificates of residence to persons who had been living in the district for more than a year in order to register them as voters.
Amit Shah J&K visit: Mobile internet snapped in Jammu, Rajouri
Union Home Minister Amit Shah began his three-day Jammu and Kashmir visit on Monday evening.
J&K: Terrorists shoot 2 Kashmiri Pandit brothers in orchard; 1 dead
A Kashmiri Pandit was shot dead on Tuesday by terrorists at an apple orchard in Kashmir's Shopian district. His brother was also injured in the shooting.
Amarnath Yatra resumes from Jammu, 3 days after cloudburst
The Amarnath Yatra resumed on Monday from Jammu's Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas base camp after a three-day gap following flash floods allegedly caused by a cloudburst at the cave shrine.
J&K: School teacher shot dead by terrorists in Kulgam
In yet another targeted attack in the Kashmir Valley, a school teacher who was shot at by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam died of gunshot wounds on Tuesday.
J&K Police shoots down Pakistani drone carrying explosives in Kathua
According to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) police, a drone carrying explosives from Pakistan was shot down in the early hours of Sunday in Kathua district's Hariya Chak village, which is part of the Hiranagar sector.
J&K: 13 trapped as part of under-construction tunnel collapses
At least 13 workers were trapped after a part of an under-construction tunnel collapsed on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district late on Thursday night.