IndianOil launches 15-day retail safety campaign in Srinagar
Srinagar, May 8,2026- IndianOil launched a 15-day Retail Safety Campaign in Srinagar, reaffirming its commitment to the motto “Safety First, Safety Always.” The campaign aims to strengthen safety standards and operational preparedness at fuel retail outlets, with a special focus on safe tanker truck (TT) decantation, electrical safety, and emergency response measures. Officials said the […]
Earthquake tremors felt in J&K, epicentre located in Kishtwar
Srinagar, May 8,2026- Mild earthquake tremors were felt in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with the epicentre reported in the Kishtwar district of the Chenab Valley region. According to officials, the earthquake caused brief panic among residents as people rushed out of their homes and offices after feeling the tremors. However, no […]
RSETI in Doda empowering rural youth through skill-based training
Doda, May 8,2026- The Rural Self Employment Training Institute in Doda is playing a significant role in reducing rural unemployment by providing free skill-based training programmes aimed at promoting self-employment among youth and women. The institute, a joint initiative of the Ministry of Rural Development and the State Bank of India offers short-term residential courses […]
Baramulla cracks down on drug network
Baramulla, May 8,2026-Baramulla Continuing its crackdown against drug trafficking and narcotics networks, Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with the district administration, demolished the property of an alleged drug peddler and sealed a commercial establishment in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Officials said the action was carried out as part of ongoing measures to dismantle the infrastructure […]
Centre authorises J&K LG to exercise telecom Powers under new law
Srinagar, May 8,2026-The Central Government has empowered Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to exercise powers related to telecom services under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, in the Union Territory. The decision was issued through an official notification by the Ministry of Home Affairs, authorising the Lieutenant Governor to exercise functions of the “State Government” […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha offers prayers at Tirumala
Tirumala, May 8,2026- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the revered Lord Venkateswara Temple and offered prayers at the shrine of Lord Venkateswara. During the visit, officials of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams welcomed the Lieutenant Governor with traditional honours. He was presented with silk clothes and received Vedic blessings from the temple […]
Meenakshi Kundan Thapa recalls husband’s unwavering duty
Rajouri, May 7,2026- As the nation marks one year of Operation Sindoor, the family of slain officer Raj Kumar Thapa remembered his courage, dedication, and ultimate sacrifice while serving civilians during cross-border shelling in Rajouri. Raj Kumar Thapa lost his life on May 10 last year while coordinating critical rescue and safety operations amid intense […]
Poonch Gurdwara holds special prayers for civilians killed in shelling
Poonch, May 7,2026-Special prayers were organized at Gurdwara Singh Sabha in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir to pay homage to civilians who lost their lives in Pakistani shelling during the India-Pakistan conflict last year. Members of the Sikh community, local residents and religious leaders gathered at the gurdwara to remember the victims and pray […]
Volleyball matches organised at Govt High School Tulli under Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan
Kashmir, May 7, 2026-Volleyball matches were organised at Government High School Tulli as part of the ongoing 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, aimed at spreading awareness against drug abuse and encouraging a healthy lifestyle among youth. The event saw active participation from students and local youngsters, who enthusiastically took part in the matches […]
LG Manoj Sinha honours armed forces on operation sindoor anniversary
Kashmir, May 7,2026-Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday paid tribute to the armed forces on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, praising the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the men and women in uniform who responded firmly to threats against innocent civilians in Pahalgam. Marking the anniversary, the Lieutenant Governor said the […]