Jammu And Kashmir
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Election Commission announces polls for 4 Rajya Sabha seats of Jammu and Kashmir on October 24
India | Sep 24, 2025, 02:53 PM ISTAs per the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, four sitting members of the Rajya Sabha representing the existing State of Jammu and Kashmir will be deemed to have been elected to fill the seats allocated to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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How a new freight train for transporting Kashmiri apples turns into a blessing for J-K local farmers
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 19, 2025, 02:14 PM ISTThe new rail-powered supply by the Indian Army system replaces convoys that once struggled through snow-clogged mountain passes, signaling a strategic evolution in Army logistics.
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Indian Railways starts train service between Katra and Banihal stations from today, check schedule
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 19, 2025, 07:34 AM ISTThe Indian Railways said the train will depart from Banihal at 11 am and arrive at Katra at 1.30 pm and will stop at Reasi, Bakkal, Dugga, Sawalkot, Sangaldan, Sumber and Khari stations along the route.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra Restarts, Pilgrims Line Up at Registration Centres
News | Sep 18, 2025, 05:41 PM ISTVaishno Devi Yatra resumes as devotees flocked to registration centers to secure their spots. Long queues formed as pilgrims prepared for their sacred journey to the shrine in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, with safety measures in place for a smooth experience.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra resumes amid chants of 'Jai Mata Di' weeks after devastating landslide | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 17, 2025, 07:43 AM ISTThe pilgrimage was suspended on August 26, hours before a major landslide hit the route leading to the shrine that resulted in the human loss.
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Vaishno Devi Yatra to resume from today, subject to weather conditions
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 17, 2025, 12:00 AM ISTThe Vaishno Devi Yatra is set to resume on September 17, 2025, after being suspended due to a landslide and adverse weather conditions, with the shrine board urging devotees to stay updated on the situation.
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Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra suspended until further orders
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 13, 2025, 09:33 PM ISTThe Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra has been suspended once again till further orders. It was scheduled to commence from September 14.
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Jammu-Srinagar highway reopens after nine days, traffic restored following massive landslides
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 10, 2025, 02:01 PM ISTThe Jammu-Srinagar highway has reopened after being closed for nine days following heavy rains and landslides. Authorities built a diversion road to restore traffic, while other routes like the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri and Sinthan roads have also reopened.
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Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of BNSS imposed in J-K’s Doda, check full list of restrictions
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 10, 2025, 08:44 AM ISTIssuing the official order, Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Anil Kumar Thakur stated that the measures have been taken as a precaution to maintain public safety and tranquillity in the district. The restrictions will remain in force until further notice.
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Mehraj Malik, AAP's lone MLA in Jammu and Kashmir, detained under PSA
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 08, 2025, 05:04 PM ISTThis comes after an FIR was registered against Mehraj Malik, AAP's lone MLA in Jammu and Kashmir, for allegedly disturbing public order and purportedly using abusive language.
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Pakistani LeT commander among two terrorists neutralised in J-K's Kulgam district
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 08, 2025, 10:13 PM ISTKulgam encounter: The security forces launched a search operation in the Gudar forest area following information about the presence of terrorists there.
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'What was the need of having National Emblem at religious place?': J-K CM Omar Abdullah on Hazratbal
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 06, 2025, 04:08 PM ISTThis reaction came in the backdrop of a viral video showing a mob defacing the national emblem inscribed on the foundation stone of the shrine on Friday.
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National Emblem at J-K's Hazratbal Shrine damaged; BJP calls it 'scar on Constitution'
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 05, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTThe incident has led to a war of words between the ruling National Conference and the BJP. The saffron party has blamed the NC for the incident, demanding strict action against those responsible for the act.
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Schools in J-K to remain closed till Sept 6 due to incessant rains, check when classes will reopen
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 05, 2025, 06:44 AM ISTSchools in Jammu and Kashmir will finally reopen next week after a two-week closure caused by heavy rains. The region has witnessed swollen rivers, landslides and the suspension of the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage.
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Schools, colleges closed in Kashmir today due to flood-like situation, check when classes will open
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 04, 2025, 11:25 AM ISTKashmir school holiday: Due to adverse weather conditions and as a precautionary measure, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg ordered the closure of all educational institutions, including schools, colleges, universities and coaching centres across Kashmir on Thursday.
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Woman gives birth to baby on moving train in J-K's Ramban, both stable
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 04, 2025, 07:36 AM ISTRailway Station Superintendent Abdul Baseer Bali said the railway staff and the protection force gave all possible help to the woman.
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Jammu and Kashmir weather: Kulgam, Shopian, Anantnag declared flood-hit, IMD warns of heavy rains
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 03, 2025, 01:09 PM ISTJammu and Kashmir weather: All people are advised to remain alert and stay indoors. The weather office said the water level is expected to rise in the coming hours as heavy rains are expected to persist until evening.
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How long will full restoration of the Jammu-Srinagar national highway take? NHAI responds
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 03, 2025, 08:03 AM ISTThe Jammu-Srinagar national highway (NH-44) has been severely damaged by heavy rains and landslides, leaving only partial connectivity in place. Udhampur's Tharad Bridge collapse poses the biggest hurdle, with reconstruction expected to take at least six months, as per an official.
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Indian Railways cancels 68 trains till Sept 30 in Jammu due to rains, IMD predicts more showers
Jammu and Kashmir | Sep 03, 2025, 06:42 AM ISTJammu and Kashmir rains: The Indian Railways said four trains have been inducted in the Jammu-Katra section for shuttle service that will operate from September 1 to 15.
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Reasi cloudburst: 7 of family killed in house collapse following landslide in J-K's Mahore | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 30, 2025, 11:10 AM ISTMahore MLA Mohammad Khurshid said the family was asleep when the landslide struck, causing the entire house to collapse and bury the residents beneath the rubble. Local villagers quickly conducted a rescue operation and recovered all seven bodies.