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J&K: Two men arrested for allegedly raping woman in Baramulla

J&K: Two men arrested for allegedly raping woman in Baramulla

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Two men have been arrested for allegedly raping a woman in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district, as per the police officials. According to the woman’s complaint, she, along with a male friend, had gone for an outing to Jalsheeri Drangbal in Baramulla on July 25 when the two accused accosted them, as reported by IANS.  Jammu and Kashmir police identified the accused using technical evidences  A police official, while briefing about the case, said that the accused sexually assaulted the girl and also recorded a video of the assault. The officer said the survivor knew the accused only by their first names.  However, using technical evidence and human intelligence, police identified the suspects as Shakir Ahmed Lone and Mohammed Ashraf, both residents of Jalsheeri and working as drivers, and arrested them on Monday, as per IANS.  Steady decrease in crime against women across Jammu and Kashmir Recorded crimes against women in Jammu and Kashmir have shown a steady decrease over recent years, with official data indicating a fourth consecutive annual decline. Government reports submitted to …

Jammu and Kashmir: 39 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims injured in Ganderbal bus accident

Jammu and Kashmir: 39 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims injured in Ganderbal bus accident

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Thirty-nine pilgrims undertaking the annual Amarnath Yatra were injured after a tourist bus skidded off the road at Hariganiwan in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Tuesday. The bus was carrying devotees who were returning after offering prayers at the Amarnath cave shrine when the accident occurred. Authorities said all the injured pilgrims were rescued and shifted for medical treatment. Rescue operation launched immediately Personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police rushed to the accident site and carried out rescue operations. All 39 injured passengers were evacuated from the bus and taken for treatment. LG Manoj Sinha reviews situation Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said he had spoken to the Deputy Commissioner of Ganderbal and health officials to review the condition of the injured pilgrims. According to the Lieutenant Governor, all the injured devotees are undergoing treatment at the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS). “Spoke with Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal and health officials and inquired about the health condition of Shri Amarnathji …

Families evacuated after Udhampur inundation

Families evacuated after Udhampur inundation

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Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall hit the Barkuanda area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district, damaging houses and forcing the evacuation of affected families. Officials also reported flooding in Basantgarh tehsil, while the Chenab river at Akhnoor crossed the flood alert level amid continuing rain across the region. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Drone recovered in Samba, sent for forensic analysis

Drone recovered in Samba, sent for forensic analysis

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A drone was recovered from an open field in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, officials said.The drone was found lying in an agricultural field near Devak by a resident of Chak Salaria, who spotted it while out on a morning run at 5:50 am, the officials said. They said the individual immediately informed the nearby army unit and subsequently the drone was seized.The drone has been sent for forensic examination to determine its origin, technical specifications, and whether it was used for any cross-border activity, the officials said. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

On-the-spot registration begins as pilgrims arrive at base ahead of July 3 start

On-the-spot registration begins as pilgrims arrive at base ahead of July 3 start

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The Amarnath Yatra 2026 will begin on July 3, with pilgrims arriving in Jammu for on-the-spot registration. The Shri Amarnath Shrine Board has strengthened security and logistical arrangements, while the 57-day pilgrimage will continue until August 28 via the Pahalgam and Baltal routes Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Sufi saints and scholars learnt the ideals of co-existence from Indian scriptures: J&K L-G

Sufi saints and scholars learnt the ideals of co-existence from Indian scriptures: J&K L-G

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Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha being presented a memento during a Interfaith Dialogue organised by National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language and Inter-Faith Harmony Foundation of India (IFHFI), in Srinagar. Credit: @OfficeOfLGJandK/X Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday (June 27, 2026) said Islam Sufis and scholars — who came to India in the 12th and 13th centuries — learnt the ideals of co-existence from Indian scriptures, and were inspired by the vision of Vedas, Upanishads, Buddhism, and Jainism.  “They (Islamic Sufis and scholars) found unique Indian culture rooted in love, spirituality and compassion, and equality. Sufi saints were inspired by the vision of Vedas, Upanishads, Buddhism, and Jainism and they learnt the ideals of co-existence from Indian scriptures,” Mr. Sinha said. He was speaking at the ‘Interfaith Dialogue’ organised by the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language and Inter-Faith Harmony Foundation of India in Srinagar. Mr. Sinha said numerous repositories of Sanskrit knowledge were translated into Arabic. “Our ancestors prayed, ‘Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinaḥ, Sarve Santu Niramayaḥ’ – may all …

Army officer, 40 personnel booked for ‘assaulting’ cops

Army officer, 40 personnel booked for ‘assaulting’ cops

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Jammu and Kashmir Police has booked several Army personnel, including a commanding officer, for allegedly storming a police station in Kishtwar district, assaulting police personnel, and damaging government property. The incident occurred after a police party intercepted and seized a private vehicle owned by an Army official for alleged traffic violations. The FIR registered at Atholi police station stated that the incident occurred on Wednesday when the Station House Officer (SHO), Inspector Amrit Kotach, was away for a meeting.  Around 30 to 40 personnel from 17 RR, Camp Kijayee, led by Major Vikash Sharma and Naib Subedar Shankar Gurkhe, launched a “planned” attack after scaling the main gate of the police station, SHO Kotach said. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, …

PM Modi greets nation on Muharram, recalls Imam Hussain's sacrifice

PM Modi greets nation on Muharram, recalls Imam Hussain's sacrifice

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings on the occasion of Muharram, saying the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) continues to inspire many people to remain steadfast in the pursuit of truth and justice. Taking to X, the Prime Minister said the occasion serves as a reminder of values such as truth, justice, courage and conviction. He wrote, “The sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) continues to inspire many people to remain steadfast in the pursuit of truth and justice. It is also a reminder of the enduring power of courage and conviction.” The sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) continues to inspire many people to remain steadfast in the pursuit of truth and justice. It is also a reminder of the enduring power of courage and conviction. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 26, 2026 Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, reaches a crescendo on the 10th day of Muharram, the day when Imam Hussain Ibn Ali and his followers were martyred in 61 Hijri or 680 CE at Karbala, …

Two Army soldiers killed in accidental blast near LoC in Uri sector

Two Army soldiers killed in accidental blast near LoC in Uri sector

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Two Army personnel from the 8 Rashtriya Rifles were killed in an accidental explosion near the Line of Control in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district. The soldiers, both from Maharashtra, succumbed to their injuries at an Army hospital in Srinagar Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Ruling NC decides to hold protest in Delhi over Statehood, constitutional guarantees

Ruling NC decides to hold protest in Delhi over Statehood, constitutional guarantees

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A group of National Conference MLAs entering the residence of J&K CM Omar Abdullah on June 3, 2026. | Photo Credit: Imran Nissar Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) chaired a marathon meeting of his legislators in Srinagar “to dissect 19 months of the National Conference (NC) rule” and decided to hold a protest in Delhi during the monsoon session of the Parliament over the demand of Statehood and constitutional guarantees. “The NC Legislature Party has decided to go to Delhi and protest on the first day of the monsoon session. It is time for our leadership to go to Delhi and talk to the people there. We will press for the restoration of Statehood and constitutional guarantees for Jammu and Kashmir,” said Tanvir Sadiq, NC legislator and spokesman, after a daylong marathon meeting held at Srinagar’s protected forest area of Dachigam. Mr. Sadiq said the NC leadership, during the meeting, highlighted the need “to intensify efforts for restoration of what was taken away from Jammu and Kashmir after …