North Kashmir’s Ibadat completes historic 119-km solo run, spreads anti-drug message among youth
Srinagar, July 17,2026- In a remarkable feat of endurance and determination, 22-year-old athlete Ibadat has become the first athlete from North Kashmir to complete a 119-kilometre solo run from Anantnag to Baramulla, using the journey to inspire young people to embrace fitness and stay away from drug abuse. The run was not merely a test […]
Army community radio keeps Dard-Shina language alive in Kashmir’s Gurez valley
Gurez Valley, July 17,2026- Tucked away in the picturesque mountains of north Kashmir, the Gurez Valley is home to the Dard-Shina-speaking community, a region rich in culture and tradition. Now, an Indian Army community radio station is helping preserve this unique language while connecting people through information, entertainment, and local stories. Broadcasting in Dard-Shina, the radio […]
NEET UG 2026: J&K topper Hadiya Nisar secures AIR 99, says persistence and faith led to success
Srinagar, July 17,2026- Hadiya Nisar, who emerged as the Jammu and Kashmir topper in NEET UG 2026, has credited perseverance, discipline, and faith for her outstanding performance after securing All India Rank (AIR) 99 and State Rank 1. Expressing her happiness over the achievement, Hadiya said the success has brought immense joy to her family, […]
LG Manoj Sinha reviews Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra facilities at Nunwan base camp
Anantnag, July 17,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the Nunwan Base Camp in Pahalgam to inspect the facilities being provided to pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 and chaired a high-level review meeting with senior officials to assess the progress of arrangements for the ongoing pilgrimage. During his visit, the Lieutenant […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026: 16th batch of 4,640 pilgrims departs Jammu, total crosses 1.09 lakh
Jammu, July 17,2026- The 16th batch of 4,640 pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu on Friday for the twin base camps of Baltal in Ganderbal district and Nunwan-Pahalgam in Anantnag district under tight security arrangements. The convoy, escorted by security personnel, left in the early […]
First-ever full CCTV surveillance deployed on Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra route by Anantnag police
Anantnag, July 17,2026- In a landmark initiative to strengthen security during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, the Anantnag Police, through the Joint Police Control Room (JPCR), Pahalgam, have established comprehensive CCTV surveillance covering the entire pilgrimage route from Anantnag to the Holy Cave Shrine, including the Baltal axis. The move marks the first time in […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026: Jal Shakti department ensures uninterrupted water supply, sanitation at Banihal lodgement centre
Banihal, July 17,2026- The Jal Shakti (PHE) Department is ensuring uninterrupted drinking water supply and sanitation facilities for thousands of pilgrims staying at the Lamber Ground Lodgement Centre in Banihal, Ramban, as part of the extensive arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. Dedicated teams of the department have been deployed to maintain a […]
Pilgrims applaud medical facilities at Banihal during Amarnath Yatra 2026
Banihal, July 15,2026- Pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 have expressed satisfaction with the healthcare arrangements at the Banihal Transit Camp, appreciating the availability of prompt medical assistance and round-the-clock healthcare services provided by the authorities. One of the pilgrims lauded the medical infrastructure, stating that emergency healthcare is readily accessible for devotees […]
Raghunath bazaar bustles with Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Pilgrims
Jammu, July 16,2026-Jammu continues to witness a steady influx of pilgrims from across the country as thousands of devotees arrive to undertake the sacred Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. The city has transformed into a vibrant hub of spiritual activity, with pilgrims making their way to the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas before proceeding towards the […]
20th Pingla Mata Akhand Jyoti Shanti Yatra begins in Udhampur with grand religious fervour
Udhampur, July 16,2026 The 20th Annual Pingla Mata Akhand Jyoti Shanti Yatra commenced with great religious fervour from the historic Pandav Mandir in Udhampur, marking the beginning of one of the region’s significant spiritual pilgrimages. The sacred Chhari Yatra was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai Ming Sherpa, in the presence of devotees, […]