In a commendable display of promptness and integrity, the Anantnag Police recovered a lost bag containing ₹40,000 in cash and important documents belonging to an elderly pilgrim partaking in the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. A Spokesperson said that Police Post Nunwan received a report about the missing bag earlier today. The elderly devotee, distressed over…
Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from society, Baramulla Police have arrested a woman drug peddler and recovered contraband substances from her possession. A Spokesperson said that police party from Police Station Sheeri headed by SHO PS Sheeri, had established a checkpoint at STC Sheeri. During checking, a woman identified as Rozia…
The Muttahida Majlis-e-Ulama (MMU) Jammu & Kashmir, comprising leading Sunni and Shia religious organisations, has issued a strong appeal for unity and responsible conduct among all Islamic scholars, preachers, speakers, and community leaders, regardless of their school of thought. In a statement released today, the MMU emphasised that the honour and sanctity of the Prophet…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said in an interview released on Monday that Israel, which last month fought a 12-day war with Iran, had attempted to assassinate him. The remarks came less than a month after Israel launched its unprecedented June 13 bombing campaign against Iran, killing top military commanders and nuclear scientists. The Israeli attacks…
Following the 15-days summer vacation, the Government on Monday decided to reopen the schools in Kashmir on July-08. Speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Minister of Education Sakina Itoo said, “We have decided to reopen the schools on Tuesday.” Itoo also said that the schools falling under the Srinagar Municipality Limits shall function…
In a tragic road accident during the night hours in the Galander area of South Kashmir’s Pulwama district, two persons lost their lives and two others sustained injuries. According to officials, the mishap involved a black Scorpio vehicle bearing registration number JK02DQ-2585, which was reportedly hit by an unknown vehicle. The Scorpio was being driven…
Indian students aiming to pursue higher education abroad in the 2025-26 academic year have access to several prestigious scholarships that offer comprehensive financial aid and mentorship opportunities. These scholarships not only alleviate the financial burden of studying abroad but also provide networking, leadership training, and career development support. Below is a detailed overview of four…
The ongoing feud between tech billionaire Elon Musk and former Trump strategist Steve Bannon erupted into a firestorm of personal insults and legal threats over the July 4th weekend, exposing deep divisions within the MAGA movement. The clash, sparked by Musk’s proposal for a new political party called the “America Party,” has escalated into a…
The political fallout from Elon Musk’s explosive announcement of a new U.S. political party continues to reverberate, as Trump administration officials, investors, and corporate boards weigh in with concerns about the billionaire’s growing political ambitions. Just one day after Musk revealed plans to form the “America Party” — aimed at challenging the Republican establishment over…
Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on Nations Backing ‘Anti-American’ BRICS Policies as Trade Tensions Escalate Washington, July 7, 2025 — Former U.S. President Donald Trump, poised for a potential return to the White House in November, has issued a bold new warning amid escalating global trade tensions. In a late-night post on Truth Social this Sunday,…
In a powerful address at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for a resolute and principled global stance against terrorism, urging nations to condemn it unequivocally and without hesitation. Speaking during the Peace and Security session of the summit on July 6, 2025, PM Modi emphasized…
Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara, Sajad Gani Lone, on Sunday expressed concern over what he described as the sudden and politically suggestive withdrawal of security cover from key leaders associated with the newly-formed People’s Alliance for Change. Lone noted that in the aftermath of the alliance’s formation, statements of criticism had begun surfacing from…
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday joined thousands of Shia mourners at the traditional Zuljanah procession here on the solemn occasion of Youm-e-Ashura. The procession commenced from Botakadal’s Ali Pora area to Zadibal amid tight security and elaborate arrangements. “Upon his arrival, the Lieutenant Governor offered water to the mourners and ceremoniously draped the Zuljanah…
Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Kulgam Police have arrested 3 drug peddlers including a lady drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from their possession. A spokesperson said that police party led by IC Police Post Nehama SI Ishfaq Ahmad under the supervision of SDPO DH Pora established a…
A 14-year-old boy was found dead under mysterious circumstances at his home in the Mandi sector area of Poonch district on Sunday. A police official told GNS that a 19-year-old boy, Sahil Altaf, son of Mohd Altaf, a resident of Khait Sawjian, was found dead under mysterious circumstances this morning. A police team soon reached…
A fresh wave of controversy has hit the Justice and Development Front (JDF), a political group formed by former members of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu and Kashmir (JeI). While JDF was launched with the promise of peaceful political engagement and helping to lift the ban on Jamaat, some senior Jamaat leaders are now criticising the…
The 10th of Muharram, known as Yawm-e-Ashura, marks one of the most painful and significant days in Islamic history—the martyrdom of Imam Husain (R.A), the beloved grandson of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, at Karbala. For Sunni Muslims, this day is not only about grief and sorrow, but also about honouring the legacy of truth, justice,…
Emphasising the Government of India’s commitment to developing Jammu & Kashmir as a horticultural epicenter, and aligning with the broader national vision of “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India) and “Viksit Jammu Kashmir,” Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today underscored the dynamic transformation of the region’s agricultural landscape. His remarks were made during the 6th Convocation Ceremony of…
Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, on Saturday surpassed the previous records of over 70 years by witnessing the season’s highest temperature at 37.4 degree Celsius. According to details available with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), at 37.4 degree Celsius, Srinagar has recorded the highest July temperature since 1953. It is also the…
The Supreme Court of India, on July 3, 2025, issued a notice to the Madhya Pradesh government in response to a plea filed by Safdar Nagori, the former chief of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI). Nagori, convicted in 2017 for sedition and other charges, is seeking clarification on whether his appeal against…
Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti attended the wedding reception of Dr. Mehboob Beg’s son, Waseem, held recently in Srinagar. Sharing a moment from the occasion, Mehbooba Mufti posted on social media, saying: “It was a pleasure to attend the wedding reception of Dr. Mehboob Beg’s…
The Met Centre Srinagar today Predicted Hot and Humid Weather During Day time in J&K with possibility of spell light rain/ moderate rain/ Thunder with intense showers towards late night/ early morning at scattered to many places. From July 6-8, the region can expect generally cloudy skies with intermittent light to moderate rain and thundershowers,…
The headline refers to the significant political reunion of cousins Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray, who shared a stage in Mumbai on July 5, 2025, after 20 years of estrangement. This event, termed the “Awaj Marathicha” rally at Worli’s NSCI Dome, was a response to the Maharashtra government’s rollback of a policy to introduce Hindi…
A 26-year-old UPSC aspirant died of asphyxiation after being trapped in a lift during a major fire at a retail store in Delhi’s Karol Bagh on Friday evening. The victim, identified as Dhirendra Pratap Singh, was found dead inside the elevator nearly eight hours after the fire broke out. Just before his death, Dhirendra sent…
The Battle of Karbala, which took place on the 10th of Muharram in 61 AH (10 October 680 CE), stands as one of the most heart-rending and significant events in Islamic history. This event, deeply mourned and commemorated by Muslims around the world—especially during Muharram—represents the ultimate sacrifice made by Imam Husain ibn Ali (R.A),…