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BJP passes political resolution to form government on its own in J&K

The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the BJP passed a resolution that it will form government on its own in the Union territory, without any outside support.

Covid-19 pandemic: Jammu and Kashmir reports 144 new cases

The infection tally rose to 3,34,432, officials said

Omar, Mehbooba demand impartial probe in Hyderpora encounter

Former Chief Ministers, Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti, have demanded an impartial probe in the encounter at a house in Srinagars Hyderpora area

Investments in J&K expected to reach Rs 35,000 cr by Dec: Manoj Sinha

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said investments in the Union Territory are expected to reach Rs 35,000 crore by December 2021 and proposals for Rs 25,000-crore funding have already been received. Sinha highlighted the key reforms and steps taken for managing the UT's economy during COVID-19, its growth potential and focus areas, besides putting across issues that require consideration by the Union government during interaction with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in a meeting chaired by her. Highlighting the steps taken for growth in the economy, the lieutenant governor said "the investment in J&K is expected to reach Rs 35,000 crore by December 2021 and proposals for Rs 25,000 crore have already been received". He said that land has been approved for proposals worth Rs 1,700 crore. "Out of 6,000 acres of land earmarked for the development of industrial estates, 3,000 acres have already been identified." On the steps taken for managing the ...

J&K Police busts fake SIM card racket in Baramulla, nabs 3 persons

The Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested three persons in Baramulla district, busting a racket involved in obtaining mobile SIM cards on fake documents, officials said Monday. A police spokesman said incriminating material was recovered from the possession of the three arrested persons. "Police have busted a fake SIM card racket in Baramulla town," he said The spokesman said further investigation in the matter is underway.

US-based service provider seeks details in Parra case; police sends replies

According to officials, they had recently submitted the replies sought by authorities seeking further details about Parra's involvement which included proof for linking the emails to jailed PDP leader

3,195 gram panchayats to be provided with internet connectivity in J&K

Set to roll out e-governance at the grass root level in Jammu and Kashmir, the administration will provide internet connectivity to 3,195 additional gram panchayats under Bharat Broadband Scheme

Militant gunned down by forces in encounter in J&K's Kulgam district

An unidentified militant was killed on Thursday in an encounter with security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said.

CAPF companies sent to Kashmir in wake of civilian killings: Officials

Amid a spike in targeted civilian killings by terrorists in Kashmir, over 5,500 additional central armed police forces (CAPFs) personnel have been sent to the Valley, officials said on Tuesday

Covid-19 pandemic: Jammu and Kashmir logs 111 fresh cases, 3 deaths

The 111 fresh Covid cases on Monday took the number of infected persons in Jammu and Kashmir to 3,33,187

Considering silence in Kashmir as sign of peace is flawed: Mehbooba

Former Chief Minister and president of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Mehbooba Mufti said on Monday that considering the silence in Kashmir as a sign of peace is flawed.

Police constable shot dead by terrorists in Srinagar's Batamaloo area

A policeman was shot dead by terrorists in the Batamaloo area of the city on Sunday, officials said. He was identified as Constable Tausif Ahmad, they said. "At about 8 pm, terrorists fired upon JKP Constable Tausif Ahmad near his residence at SD Colony, Batamaloo," the officials added. They said the cop was critically injured and was taken to the SMHS hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead. The area has been cordoned off, and a hunt has been launched to nab the attackers, the officials added. Meanwhile, the National Conference (NC) condemned the attack. Unequivocally condemn the cowardly & dastardly attack on 29-year-old policeman in Batmaloo, Srinagar in which he lost his life. No words of condemnation would be enough! May Allah grant him a place in Jannat. Our hearts go out to his family and friends at this time of grief, the party tweeted.

Jammu and Kashmir records 165 new Covid cases in 24 hours, tally at 333,076

Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday recorded 165 fresh cases of coronavirus, raising its tally to 3,33,076, officials said.

Terrorists flee after brief gunfight with security forces in Srinagar

The gunfight took place near a hospital in Srinagar

Terrorists fire at security forces at SKIMS Hospital in Srinagar

Terrorists opened fire at the security forces at SKIMS Medical College Hospital in the Bemina region of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday

IT dept detects Rs 200-cr black income after raids on dry fruits traders

The Income Tax Department has detected unaccounted income of over Rs 200 crore after it recently raided people engaged in dry fruits trade located in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab, CBDT said

World is changing, India must enhance its military capabilities: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that modern border infrastructure has been built to augment connectivity and troop deployment.

At J&K's Nowshera, PM Modi lauds soldiers for carrying out surgical strike

The Prime Minister said that the country has been giving a befitting reply to those attempting to disturb the peace in the region

J&K: NIA arrests two people in terrorism conspiracy case, 25 held so far

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested two more people in connection with its ongoing probe into a terrorism conspiracy case in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Sunday.

After 20 days of anti-terror operation, authorities open Poonch Highway

Police said farmers have been advised to report any suspicious movement they might see in the area.