Author: News Desk Kashmir Ahead

SRINAGAR, May 16, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM), through its Umeed program, has launched a significant initiative to promote health and hygiene among Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across all districts of Jammu and Kashmir. Under the Food, Nutrition, Health, and WASH (FNHW) program, JKRLM is organizing health camps to empower rural women with essential knowledge and resources to enhance community well-being. The initiative focuses on equipping SHG members with practical tools to improve personal and community hygiene, nutrition, and health practices. These health camps address critical areas such as menstrual hygiene, sanitation, and preventive healthcare, fostering…

In a significant display of national pride and military prowess, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, commended the Indian Armed Forces for their extraordinary achievement in ‘Operation Sindoor’, calling it a historic victory. The operation, a meticulously coordinated counter-terrorism mission, is being recognized as a turning point in the region’s ongoing security efforts. ‘Operation Sindoor’ was aimed at eliminating terrorist threats and dismantling their support infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. It involved the Indian Army, paramilitary forces, and local police units working in close coordination. Over several weeks, multiple terrorist hideouts were neutralized, weapons caches were recovered, and…

Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, May 15, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hailed the Indian Armed Forces for their “historic victory” in Operation Sindoor, a decisive military campaign that avenged the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 civilian lives. Speaking alongside Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during a visit to the Srinagar Air Base, Sinha praised the forces for dismantling terror bases in Pakistan and delivering “exemplary punishment” to terror planners. Operation Sindoor, executed between May 7-10, targeted Pakistani airbases and terror camps at Skardu, Sargodha, and Bholari, destroying critical infrastructure and eliminating top terrorists. “Our brave armed…

Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, May 14, 2025 – In a significant step toward supporting its customers, Jammu and Kashmir Bank has facilitated the rapid settlement of insurance claims under the MetLoan & Life Suraksha scheme, providing financial relief to 170 families of deceased borrowers in its Jammu Zone. The initiative underscores the bank’s commitment to customer welfare and financial security during challenging times. The claims, processed in collaboration with PNB MetLife, were disbursed to clear outstanding loan amounts for families of borrowers who passed away, ensuring they are not burdened with financial liabilities. A symbolic cheque representing the settled amount…

Srinagar, May 15, 2025 – The Department of Youth Services and Sports , Jammu and Kashmir, has launched a series of district-level sports events across the Kashmir Division, fostering a vibrant sports culture among the region’s youth. Organised under the banner of the Fit India Movement, these events aim to engage students, local communities, and sports enthusiasts in competitive and recreational activities, providing a platform to showcase talent and promote physical fitness. The initiative, flagged off in multiple districts including Srinagar, Bandipora, and Kupwara, features a variety of sports such as athletics, volleyball, kabaddi, and badminton. In Srinagar, Joint Director…

Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, May 15, 2025 – The Srinagar Air Base resonated with patriotic fervor as Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel raised slogans of ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ during a visit by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday. Joined by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Singh’s interaction with the jawans highlighted the IAF’s critical role in Operation Sindoor, a retaliatory strike against Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, which claimed 26 civilian lives. Addressing the personnel, Singh praised their bravery and precision in executing Operation Sindoor from…

Srinagar, May 15, 2025 – India’s Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, marks the nation’s most decisive action against terrorism in history. The operation targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir , neutralising nine terror camps and over 100 terrorists in a 25-minute precision strike on May 7, 2025. Executed with indigenous BrahMos and Akash missile systems, the operation showcased India’s military and technological prowess. For nearly 40 years, India has faced cross-border terrorism orchestrated from Pakistan. The Pahalgam attack, described by Prime Minister Shri Narendra…

Srinagar, May 15, 2025: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, today, accompanied by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, to assess the region’s security situation following recent developments. The visit, the first since Operation Sindoor, underscores the government’s focus on ensuring stability and combat readiness in the region. Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit the 15 Corps Headquarters and Srinagar Air Force Station, where he will meet Indian Army personnel and review security arrangements. The trip comes in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which claimed 26 lives, prompting heightened military measures and a…

Srinagar, May 15, 2025: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh left his Delhi residence early this morning for a high-stakes visit to Jammu and Kashmir , aimed at assessing the region’s security landscape amid recent developments. Accompanied by senior military officials, Singh’s visit follows the successful departure of the second batch of Haj pilgrims from Srinagar’s Haj House to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, earlier today, facilitated by a rare India-Pakistan understanding on travel logistics. The minister’s trip comes at a pivotal moment for J&K, as the region navigates both its spiritual commitments and ongoing security challenges. Singh is expected to meet with local…

Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir, May 15, 2025 – A fierce gunbattle erupted in Nader, Tral, Awantipora, Pulwama district, on Thursday morning during a joint cordon and search operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF. Launched based on specific intelligence inputs, the operation, codenamed OP NADER, saw vigilant troops detect suspicious activity. When challenged, terrorists opened heavy fire, triggering an intense encounter. Official sources report one terrorist neutralized, with two others possibly trapped as the operation continues. The Indian Army’s Chinar Corps, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF Srinagar Sector have maintained a tight cordon. “The operation…