Kashmir Ahead

J&K high court backs CCTV rule for chemists to fight illegal drug sales

Srinagar, May 9, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has upheld an advisory requiring chemists across the Union Territory to install CCTV cameras and adopt computerized billing systems at retail pharmacies and wholesale drug outlets. The ruling, aimed at combating the illegal sale of prohibited drugs, including psychotropic substances and narcotics, was delivered […]

J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews security in Jammu and Kashmir, stresses vigilance amid cross-border threats

Srinagar, May 9, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha held an urgent security review meeting in Srinagar today, assessing the volatile situation in Jammu and Kashmir amid escalating cross-border threats from Pakistan. The meeting, attended by senior police, military, and administrative officials, including Deputy Commissioners of border districts, focused on strengthening defenses and ensuring civilian safety […]

J&K CM Omar Abdullah orders safe shelters for border residents amid escalating tensions

Srinagar, May 9, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has directed officials to prioritise the construction and reinforcement of safe shelters for residents living along the Line of Control and International Border , as India-Pakistan tensions intensify following India’s Operation Sindoor. The directive was issued during a series of emergency meetings held on […]

BSF foils infiltration attempt along Jammu & Kashmir’s Samba border

Samba, May 9, 2025: The Border Security Force successfully thwarted a significant infiltration attempt by suspected terrorists along the International Border in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir, on the night of May 8, 2025. The incident, reported around 11:00 PM, occurred amidst escalating India-Pakistan tensions following India’s Operation Sindoor, a series of retaliatory strikes on […]

Amit Shah speaks to Chiefs of Border guarding forces amid heightened tension with Pakistan

Kashmir, May 9, 2025: Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened an urgent meeting with the chiefs of India’s border guarding forces, including the Border Security Force (BSF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police , Sashastra Seema Bal , and Central Industrial Security Force , to strengthen security along the nation’s borders. The discussions come in the wake of […]

J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews security preparedness in Jammu Kashmir

Srinagar, May 08, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to assess the security situation in Jammu Kashmir, focusing on physical infrastructure, public safety, and cybersecurity. Attended by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, DGP Nalin Prabhat, and senior officials, the meeting reviewed actionable measures taken since May 06. LG Manoj Sinha directed officials to […]

PM Narendra Modi chairs high-level meeting to review National Preparedness amid security concerns

Kashmir, May 8, 2025  – Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting in New Delhi with senior officials from various ministries and departments to assess and enhance India’s national preparedness in light of recent developments concerning national security. The meeting focused on strengthening inter-ministerial coordination and ensuring a unified response to emerging security challenges. […]

India bans Pakistani content on OTT and streaming platforms citing national security

Kashmir, May 8, 2025 – In a significant move to safeguard national security, the Indian government has imposed a comprehensive ban on all Pakistani content across Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms, media streaming services, and digital intermediaries operating within the country. This decision, announced on May 7, 2025, aims to curb the dissemination of content deemed detrimental […]

CS Atal Dulloo reviews preparations for Amarnath Yatra 2025

Kashmir, May 8, 2025- On February 10, 2025-Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired the 14th High-Level Committee meeting of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board to review preparations for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra 2025. The meeting, attended by senior officials from departments including Police, PWD, PDD, Jal Shakti, RDD, H&UDD, and BRO, focused […]

J&K CM Omar Abdullah chairs border situation review meeting amid escalating tensions

Kashmir, May 8, 2025- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a Border Situation Review Meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar via video conferencing to address escalating tensions along the Line of Control and International Border due to alleged shelling by the Pakistan Army. Attendees included Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal […]

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