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 […]
J&K auto sector grows in April, boosted by commercial vehicle sales
Jammu, May 8, 2025 – The automobile sector in Jammu and Kashmir recorded a modest growth of 1.33% in vehicle retail sales for April 2025, with commercial vehicles playing a pivotal role despite a slight decline in their category. According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations Jammu, the overall retail sales reached 16,291 units […]
AIIMS Jammu ENT shines in complex parotid surgeries
Kashmir, May 8, 2025- The ENT Department at AIIMS Jammu has positioned itself as the foremost centre for complex parotid surgeries in Jammu and Kashmir, showcasing unmatched surgical precision and innovative care. By mastering these intricate procedures, AIIMS Jammu is transforming specialised ENT services and delivering world-class treatment to patients with salivary gland tumours. The […]
India neutralises terror in Pakistan and PoK, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Kashmir, May 8, 2025 – Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their “courage and bravery” in a successful operation that neutraliSed terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir . Speaking in Delhi on Wednesday, Singh described the action, dubbed Operation Sindoor, as a matter of “pride” for the nation. “I congratulate […]
Srinagar International airport closed amid rising India-Pakistan tensions
Srinagar, May 8, 2025 – Srinagar International Airport, alongside multiple airports in northern and western India, has been temporarily closed for civilian operations due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The closures follow India’s military operation, “Operation Sindoor,” targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7, 2025, in response to a […]
J&K weather alert: Dr. Mukhtar warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms across region
Srinagar, May 8, 2025 – Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, Director of the India Meteorological Department for Jammu and Kashmir, has issued an urgent weather alert, warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected to lash the region from May 9 to May 12. The advisory highlights risks of flash floods, landslides, and disruptions, urging residents and authorities […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah chairs second meeting with border DCs to review essential services amid tensions
Srinagar, May 8, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah convened another high-level meeting today with Deputy Commissioners (DCs) of border districts to assess the ground situation and streamline the provision of essential facilities. The meeting, held via video conferencing, focused on addressing the challenges posed by escalating tensions along the Line of […]
Light rain showers bring relief at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra, Jammu
Katra, May 8, 2025 – The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, nestled in the Trikuta Hills, is experiencing light rain showers, casting a serene yet challenging atmosphere over the pilgrimage. Katra, the base town, is seeing mild rainfall with temperatures between 20°C and 30°C, rendering the 12-km trek to the holy cave scenic but slippery. […]