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.
Trump praises Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir as 'great people'
United States President Donald Trump has praised Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir as "great people."
National Conference sweeps J&K's Rajya Sabha polls; wins 3 seats
Farooq Abdullah-led National Conference (NC) leaders Sajad Kichloo, Choudhary Mohammad Ramzan and GS (Shammi) Oberoi have won the election to Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir.
J&K holds 1st Rajya Sabha elections since 2019 today
Jammu and Kashmir is all set to hold its first Rajya Sabha elections since the region was reorganized in 2019 on Friday.
PM Modi celebrates Diwali onboard INS Vikrant with Navy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, stationed off the coasts of Goa and Karwar.
Pakistan's Asim Munir threatens 'beyond proportions' response to India
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has issued fresh threats to India, warning of a "decisive" and "beyond proportions" response to any provocation.
SC collegium admits it changed judge transfer after Centre requested
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the transfer of Madhya Pradesh High Court Justice Atul Sreedharan to the Allahabad High Court.
Over 100 Pakistani soldiers killed during 'Operation Sindoor': Army DGMO
During "Operation Sindoor," which lasted from May 7 to May 10, over 100 Pakistani soldiers were killed along the Line of Control (LoC), Indian Army's Director General Military Operations Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai has claimed.
ECI mandates pre-certification for political ads ahead of Bihar elections
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has mandated that all political parties and candidates have to get their political advertisements pre-certified by the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC).
J&K: 2 terrorists killed along LoC as army foils infiltration
Two terrorists have been killed as the Indian Army foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara area.
Ahead of winter, Indian Army strengthens anti-infiltration grid along LoC
The Indian Army has launched an extensive exercise to strengthen its anti-infiltration grid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.
J&K Rajya Sabha polls: NC, BJP candidates file nominations
The race for the Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir has officially begun.
'Rawalpindi Chicken Tikka...Balakot Tiramisu': Menu named after Op Sindoor targets
A food menu from the Indian Air Force's (IAF) 93rd anniversary celebrations has gone viral for its unique names.
Male-centric Jaish-e-Mohammed forms women's wing led by Masood Azhar's sister
The Pakistan-based terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has launched its first-ever women's wing, named "Jamaat-ul-Mominaat."
'India was never united, except under Aurangzeb': Pakistan defense minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has made a controversial statement, claiming that India was never a united nation except during the reign of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
J&K: Major counter-terrorism operations continue in Rajouri, Udhampur after gunfight
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have launched two major counter-terrorism operations in the Rajouri and Udhampur districts.
'Sanctioned 400,000 rapes': India slams Pakistan's Kashmir rant at UN
India has slammed Pakistan for its "delusional tirades" on Jammu and Kashmir during a United Nations Security Council debate on women and security.
Bad weather forces Vaishno Devi Yatra to remain suspended
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has temporarily suspended the yatra from October 5 to 7, 2025, in light of an inclement weather advisory issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Cyclone Shakhti weakens; several North Indian states on orange alert
India's major cities and regions are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms on Monday due to a western disturbance, with the severe cyclonic storm Shakhti primarily affecting the Arabian Sea region.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge hospitalized in Bengaluru
Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress president and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, has been admitted to MS Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru after developing a fever and experiencing leg pain, PTI reported.
Who is Petal Gahlot, India's UN diplomat who schooled Pakistan
Petal Gahlot, First Secretary at India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, has become a prominent figure in India's diplomatic rebuttal against Pakistan.
India slams Pakistan's UNGA speech, calls it 'absurd theatrics'
India has strongly criticized Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Lt. Col Purohit promoted after acquittal in 2008 Malegaon case
Lt. Col. Prasad Shrikant Purohit has been promoted to the rank of full Colonel following his acquittal in the 2008 Malegaon blast case in July.
Complete shutdown in Kargil after protest in Leh kills 4
Life came to a standstill in Kargil on Thursday after the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) called for a complete shutdown.
'My message of peaceful path failed': Sonam Wangchuk ends strike
Ladakh has been rocked by violent protests demanding statehood and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
J&K: Soldier killed in encounter with JeM terrorists in Udhampur
A soldier was killed in a gunfight with suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district on Friday.
World should learn from India on quick conflict termination: IAF
Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has said that the world should take a cue from India on how to quickly end military conflicts.
Manmohan thanked me for meeting LeT founder: Separatist Yasin Malik
Former Kashmir separatist leader Yasin Malik has claimed that he was engaged by six governments, from VP Singh to Manmohan Singh, to discuss the Kashmir issue.
E-auction of gifts received by Modi begins on his birthday
The seventh edition of the online auction of over 1,300 gifts received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has started. The auction will continue till October 2.
'New India doesn't fear...nuclear threats': Modi warns Pakistan on birthday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed on Wednesday that India is not afraid of nuclear threats as he praised the success of Operation Sindoor on his 75th birthday in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar.
Vaishno Devi yatra resumes after 22-day suspension due to landslide
The pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra district has resumed after a 22-day suspension.
Jaish admits Masood Azhar's family 'torn apart' in Operation Sindoor
A Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) commander has admitted that the family of Masood Azhar, the terror group's top commander, was "torn into pieces" in strikes on Bahawalpur.
Cloudburst hits Dehradun; Tapkeshwar temple inundated, IT Park submerged
A cloudburst that struck Uttarakhand's Dehradun on Monday night has caused the Tamsa River to overflow and submerge the historic Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple.
Kashmir apple farmers suffer ₹1,000cr loss due to highway closure
Kashmir's fruit growers are facing a major crisis as the Srinagar-Jammu national highway remains shut for heavy vehicles.
India, Pakistan clash in Asia Cup amid tensions: Preview
The highly anticipated Asia Cup 2025 clash between India and Pakistan will take place on September 14 at the Dubai International Stadium.
J&K: Land subsidence damages 100 houses, 700 shifted to shelters
In Kalaban village under the Mendhar sub-division, Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, nearly 100 structures have developed cracks due to land subsidence.
Vaishno Devi yatra to resume from September 14
The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir will resume from September 14, after a 19-day suspension due to a deadly landslide.
Encounter breaks out in J&K's Kulgam; terrorist killed, soldiers injured
An encounter is currently underway between terrorists and security forces in the Gudar forest area of Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Punjab floods, J&K landslides, Himachal cloudbursts: What's behind these catastrophes
North India has experienced its wettest two-week period in at least 14 years, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Pakistan, Malaysia, Gulf countries funded Lashkar proxy TRF, NIA finds
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has uncovered a foreign funding trail for The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terror group.
Red alert in Himachal, Uttarakhand; Delhi-NCR weather warning downgraded
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The warning comes as these regions continue to face floods and landslides.
Red alert issued for J&K; Vaishno Devi Yatra remains suspended
The Meteorological Department in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has issued a red alert for the next 48 hours, predicting widespread heavy rainfall.
Vaishno Devi yatra suspended for 7th day after deadly landslide
The Vaishno Devi Yatra has been suspended for the seventh consecutive day due to bad weather and safety concerns.
'Human GPS' killed in J&K encounter last week
One of the two terrorists killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Gurez sector last week has been identified as Bagu Khan, also known as "human GPS."
Less than 50 weapons brought Pakistan to ceasefire table: IAF
Three months after India's major strikes on terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), the Vice Chief of Air Staff has revealed new details about "Operation Sindoor."
Warships to be made in India: Rajnath Singh on 'aatmnanirbharta'
At the NDTV Defence Summit, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India's commitment to making all warships domestically.
Delhi-NCR weather: Light rain expected; temperature to reach 33°C
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported that the monsoon continues to wreak havoc across India, especially in hilly regions. The heavy rains have caused floods and landslides, claiming several lives.
J&K: 11 dead in landslides, flash floods; rescue operations on
At least 11 people have died in Jammu and Kashmir due to landslides and flash floods caused by heavy rainfall.
Over 170 flights hit as rain lashes Delhi-NCR
The Delhi-NCR region awoke to heavy rain on Friday morning, causing severe flooding and traffic jams in various places.
Vaishno board denies ignoring weather alerts after 34 pilgrims killed
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has rejected allegations of ignoring weather warnings ahead of a recent landslide disaster.
J&K: Army foils infiltration bid, 2 terrorists gunned down
The Indian Army foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district on Thursday.
India issues fresh flood warning to Pakistan
The Indian High Commission in Islamabad has issued flood warnings to Pakistan, predicting major floods in the Ravi, Chenab, and Sutlej rivers on August 27.
Rain batters North; 30 killed in J&K, 16 trains canceled
At least 30 people have died after a landslide occurred near the Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, following continuous heavy rainfall in the region.
Jammu: 9 killed, Vaishno Devi yatra suspended amid heavy rain
Heavy rain in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda area has killed at least nine people, including five on the Vaishno Devi shrine route, and injured several others.
Cloudburst triggers flash floods in J&K's Doda; 4 killed
A cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district on Tuesday has triggered flash floods, killing four people and destroying over 10 houses.
Xi to welcome Putin, Modi in grand show of solidarity
Chinese President Xi Jinping will host over 20 world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1.
Anish Dayal Singh appointed as Deputy National Security Adviser
Anish Dayal Singh, the former Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), has been appointed as the Deputy National Security Adviser.
Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft till September 23
Pakistan has extended its airspace ban for Indian aircraft till September 23, according to a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority.
Himachal: Cloudburst on Chandigarh-Manali highway disrupts traffic
Flash floods have disrupted traffic on the Chandigarh-Manali National Highway in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district.
J&K: 4 dead, 6 injured in flash floods in Kathua
At least four people have died and six others were injured in flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in Ghati village of Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district.
Kishtwar cloudburst: 60 dead, over 100 injured; rescue operations underway
The devastating cloudburst in Chisoti village, Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, has left at least 60 dead and over 100 injured.
J&K cloudburst death toll crosses 60; 100s still missing
The death toll from the catastrophic cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar has jumped to 65. The disaster struck on the Machail Mata Yatra route to the Himalayan shrine of Mata Chandi on Thursday.
'Like bomb exploding...': Survivors recall J&K flash-flood that killed 46
A massive flash flood struck Chasoti village in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday after a cloudburst, killing at least 46 people.
'Will have painful consequences': India warns Pakistan after nuke threat
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has condemned Pakistan's recent anti-India rhetoric and warned of "painful consequences" if it continues.
1,090 personnel awarded gallantry, service medals on Independence Day
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that a total of 1,090 personnel from various services have been awarded Gallantry and Service Medals on Independence Day 2025.
Massive cloudburst in J&K's Chashoti; 38 dead
A massive cloudburst has struck the Chashoti area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir, triggering a flash flood.
'Can't ignore Pahalgam': SC on plea to restore J&K statehood
The Supreme Court, while hearing a plea seeking immediate restoration of statehood for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), stressed the importance of considering ground realities in J&K before making any decisions.
J&K: Soldier killed in encounter near LoC during infiltration attempt
A major infiltration attempt by terrorists was foiled by the Indian Army in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir.
J&K: Gunfight breaks out in Kishtwar; 2-3 Pakistani terrorists holed-up
A gunfight has broken out between Indian Army troops and terrorists in the Dul area of Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir.
Victory is in mind: Army chief on Pakistan-India conflict claims
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has ridiculed Pakistan's claim of victory against India in the recent conflict, highlighting the significance of narrative management.
Kulgam encounter enters 9th day; 2 soldiers killed in action
An encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district has entered its ninth day, with two army soldiers killed in action.
SC to hear plea seeking restoration of J&K statehood today
The Supreme Court will hear a petition seeking directions for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K) statehood on Friday.
Video: Demanding ₹10L dowry, car, Udhampur man brutally beats wife
A woman in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir was brutally assaulted by her husband, Azam Ali, over a dowry demand.
J&K: Bus plunges into gorge; 3 jawans killed, 12 injured
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed and 12 others injured in a road accident near Kandva in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district.
Amit Shah becomes India's longest-serving home minister, surpasses Advani's record
Amit Shah has become India's longest-serving Union Minister of Home Affairs, surpassing the previous record held by Lal Krishna Advani.
Who was Satyapal Malik, J&K's last governor
Former Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal Malik died on Tuesday at the age of 79.
Former J&K Governor Satyapal Malik dies at 79
Former Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik passed away on Tuesday at the age of 79 after a prolonged illness.