Jammu And Kashmir: News
Located majorly in the Himalayan Range, Jammu and Kashmir is the northernmost state of India. The region has been the centre of territorial conflict among India, Pakistan and China and has been given special autonomous status by the Constitution of India under Article 370. Jammu is the winter capital of the region with Srinagar being the summer capital.
Massive avalanche hits J&K's Sonamarg; Uttarakhand also issues warnings
A massive avalanche struck the tourist resort of Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday night.
Western disturbance triggers avalanche alert in Uttarakhand
The mountainous regions of northern India are bracing for another bout of severe weather as a strong western disturbance moves through the western Himalayas.
India slams Pakistan at UNSC for 'legitimizing terrorism', spreading falsehoods
India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, has accused Pakistan of spreading falsehoods and sponsoring terrorism.
J&K: Security forces expand search to hunt down terrorists
Security forces have intensified their search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, despite heavy snowfall, according to a report by PTI.
Western Disturbances to bring snow, hail; cold wave to continue
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a fresh spell of winter weather from January 26, impacting large parts of north, northwest, and central India.
45 'Unsung Heroes' to be honored with Padma Awards
The Padma Awards for 2026 were announced on Sunday, celebrating India's unsung heroes. Among the 45 awardees in the "unsung heroes" category are Anke Gowda and Armida Fernandez.
Republic Day 2026: Full list of gallantry award recipients announced
On Republic Day 2026, a total of 982 personnel from police, fire services, home guard, civil defense, and correctional services will be honored with gallantry and service medals.
Pakistani terrorist killed in joint operation in J&K's Kathua
Security forces have neutralized a Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist in a joint operation in the Billawar area of Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Vaishno Devi yatra suspended due to heavy snowfall in J&K
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has been temporarily suspended after the first snowfall of the season in Jammu and Kashmir's Trikuta Hills.
Army vehicles falls into gorge in J&K; 10 soldiers killed
Ten soldiers were killed and 10 others were injured after their vehicle went off the road and fell into a gorge in the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.
IAS who emptied stadium to walk dog appointed MCD commissioner
Sanjeev Khirwar, the 1994-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer who was at the center of a controversy over allegedly clearing a Delhi stadium to walk his dog, has been appointed as the new Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) commissioner.
Pakistan, Punjab gangster-backed terrorists plotting R-Day strike: Report
Security forces in Delhi have been put on high alert after receiving intelligence reports of a possible terrorist attack on or before Republic Day (January 26).
Paratrooper, critically injured in gunfight with terrorists in J&K, dies
A paratrooper, who was critically injured in a gunfight with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Sunday, has succumbed to his injuries.
Why Pakistan has been sending drones into India again
Pakistan has resumed its drone provocations in Jammu and Kashmir.
'Fully justified': Beijing reasserts Shaksgam Valley claim after India's objection
China has reiterated its claim over the Shaksgam Valley in Jammu and Kashmir, which India claims as its territory.
'1963 Pakistan-China...agreement illegal': Army chief rejects Beijing's Shaksgam Valley claim
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has rejected China's claims over the Shaksgam Valley, calling a 1963 boundary agreement between Pakistan and China illegal.
Congress slams BJP-CPC meet after Beijing claims J&K's Shaksgam Valley
The Congress has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of sending mixed signals to China.
Delhi records season's coldest day at 3.2°C
Delhi and several northern states of India are reeling under a cold wave, with temperatures dropping to their season's lowest.
'Pakistan Army invites me...': Top Lashkar terrorist admits links
Saifullah Kasuri, a senior leader of the terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), has publicly proclaimed close ties with the Pakistan Army.
Pakistan's ISI trapping, brainwashing Indian minors to work for them
The Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan is allegedly behind a teenage spy network in India, according to an NDTV report.
Weather update: Cold wave, dense fog grip north India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a cold wave and dense fog in several parts of North India. The weather conditions are likely to affect railway and flight operations.
J&K police launch probe after cricketer sports Palestinian flag helmet
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a preliminary investigation into a cricketer's act of wearing a helmet with the Palestinian flag.
Himachal: Powerful blast near police station shatters windows
A powerful explosion occurred near the Nalagarh police station in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district on Thursday.
Pakistani drone drops IEDs, ammunition along LOC; Army recovers bag
The Indian Army and police have recovered a bag dropped by a Pakistani drone in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir.
Explained: Why J&K has suspended VPN services in some districts
Authorities in several districts of Jammu and Kashmir have suspended the use of Virtual Private Network (VPN) services due to security concerns.
Zardari admits bunker advice during India's 'Operation Sindoor' strikes
Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari revealed on Saturday that he was advised to take shelter in a bunker during "Operation Sindoor."
J&K: NC MP put under house arrest over reservation protest
National Conference Member of Parliament (MP) Aga Ruhullah Mehdi was placed under house arrest on Sunday.
Kashmir gets season's first snowfall after harsh dry spell
The first snowfall of the season has brought relief to Kashmir, ending a long dry spell.
'Not sorry': Congress's Prithviraj Chavan defiant on Operation Sindoor remark
Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan has refused to apologize for his controversial statement that India was "defeated" on the first day of Operation Sindooron.
Encounter underway in J&K's Udhampur hours after police constable killed
An encounter is underway between security forces and terrorists in the Majalta area of Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir, hours after a police officer was killed and a terrorist was believed to be injured.
'Imran Khan jailed, Munir given lifetime immunity': India shreds Pakistan
India has slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, linking its internal political crisis to a history of cross-border terrorism.
Cold wave to persist in northwest, central India till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that cold wave conditions will continue to prevail over parts of central and western India till Thursday.
Infiltration attempts with Pakistan Army, ISI help being observed: BSF
Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier chief Ashok Yadav has said that infiltration attempts along the border this year have declined, but the threat continues.
Delhi blast probe: NIA raids 8 J&K locations, suspect's house
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), along with the Jammu and Kashmir police, has launched a major operation in connection with the Red Fort terror blast case on Monday.
Red Fort blast case: 3 detained from Haldwani released
Three people, including a local mosque cleric, who were detained in connection with the recent Delhi blast case, were released by central security agencies, Hindustan Times said, quoting people in the know.
Cold wave grips J&K: Srinagar shivers at -4.4°C, Anantnag -5.7°C
Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), recorded its coldest night of the season so far with a temperature of -4.4°C on Wednesday.
J&K: BJP seeks merit list cancellation at Vaishno Devi college
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jammu and Kashmir has demanded the cancellation of the merit list for MBBS admissions at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME).
Over 100 Pakistani terrorists active in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir is currently home to around 131 terrorists, with a majority being Pakistani nationals.
As juvenile backlog cases pile up, 50,000 children await justice
Over 50,000 children in conflict with the law are awaiting justice in India, as more than half of the cases at 362 Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) remain pending.
'We hit Red Fort, Kashmir's forests': Pakistan leader's big admission
In a shocking admission, Pakistani leader Chaudhry Anwarul Haq appears to have acknowledged his country's involvement in the recent car blast near Red Fort, which killed 14 people.
Cash-strapped Jaish seeks blankets, coats, ₹6,400 donations for attacking India
The Pakistan-based terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed is seeking funds for a new "fidayeen" (suicide) attack against India, intelligence sources told NDTV.
Shopian hits -4°C; Kashmir valley's coldest night signals early winter
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has confirmed that Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded its coldest night of the season on Monday.
'Operation Sindoor was just trailer': Army chief warns Pakistan
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has issued a stern warning to Pakistan, saying, "'Operation Sindoor' was just a trailer," and India is ready for any future challenges.
'Kashmir's troubles seen at Red Fort...': Mehbooba on Delhi blast
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has slammed the central government over its failure to ensure safety in Delhi after a recent car blast near the Red Fort.
Delhi blast: 4, including 3 doctors, released after grilling
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has released four people, including three doctors, who were detained in connection with the Delhi Red Fort blast, India Today reported.
Haryana woman doctor detained in J&K 'white-collar' terror probe
A woman doctor from Haryana, Dr Priyanka Sharma, has been detained in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir. The detention is part of an investigation into a "white-collar" terror module that spans across Kashmir, Delhi, and Haryana.
Confiscated explosives detonate at J&K police station, 9 killed
A massive explosion rocked the Nowgam police station near Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on Friday night, NDTV reported.
'Not all Kashmiris are terrorists': Omar Abdullah after Delhi blast
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has stated unequivocally that all Kashmiri Muslims cannot be termed terrorists.
Explosion near Delhi's Radisson creates panic; but what's the truth
A loud bang in Delhi's Mahipalpur area on Thursday morning caused panic among residents. The sound was later identified as a bus tire burst, officials confirmed.
'Door was always closed': Al-Falah University's room 13 under scrutiny
Room 13 in Building 17 of Al-Falah University, Faridabad, has emerged as the epicenter of a terror plot.
Red Fort blast: CCTV shows i20 exploding on jam-packed road
New CCTV footage has confirmed that the deadly blast near the Red Fort on November 10 was triggered from within the suspect's vehicle.
Haryana preacher detained after 2,500kg explosive-making material seized from residence
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have detained a preacher from Haryana's Mewat region in connection with the "white-collar" terror module.