CRPF mountain rescue team rescues pilgrims on Baltal Axis during Amarnath Yatra 2025
JAMMU, July 7, 2025 – The Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, a sacred pilgrimage to the 3,880-meter-high holy cave shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, has witnessed exemplary service from the Central Reserve Police Force’s (CRPF) Mountain Rescue Team (MRT) along the Baltal axis. The team’s swift and dedicated response has preserved the lives of several […]
Srinagar-Leh highway closed after cloudburst triggers landslides in Kargil
Srinagar, June 25, 2025: In a proactive effort to ensure a secure and seamless pilgrimage, the Jammu and Kashmir Police, in collaboration with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and other security agencies, conducted a comprehensive mock drill at Yatri Niwas in Pantha Chowk, Srinagar, ahead of the Amarnath Yatra 2025, set to commence on […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates advanced CCTV system at Vaishno Devi Shrine
Katra, Jammu & Kashmir, June 9, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated a CCTV Surveillance System with Integrated Command and Control Centre at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra, enhancing the safety and security of pilgrims. The ₹20-crore facility uses advanced technology for real-time monitoring, crowd management, and emergency response, ensuring a […]
CM Omar Abdullah orders SDRF deployment following Dal Lake boat capsizing incidents
Srinagar, May 6, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has directed the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) to investigate and deploy a team at Dal Lake following two boat capsizing incidents in recent days. The announcement comes after a tragic incident on May 2, where strong winds caused two boats to capsize, […]
SDRF holds mock drill at Dal Lake ahead of may 7 civil defence exercise
Srinagar, May 6, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) conducted a critical preparatory exercise at Dal Lake on Tuesday, gearing up for the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)-mandated nationwide civil defence mock drills scheduled for May 7. The exercise, held in collaboration with Srinagar Police and Tourist Police, focused on […]
One-month internship programme concludes at DIPR J&K for Central University Students
SRINAGAR, May 3, 2025 – Prof. Mohammad Ashraf Ganie, Director of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences , visited the Skill Development Centre at SKIMS Soura to evaluate ongoing training programmes and advocate for mandatory life-saving skills training for all employees. He also announced plans to establish an advanced simulation lab at the SDC to enhance […]
Lifesavers in Pahalgam: Dr. Rukshana & team’s heroic effort
Anantnag, April 26, 2025 – When tragedy struck Pahalgam, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake, a team of doctors at Government Medical College Anantnag, led by the indomitable Dr. Rukshana Najeeb, rose to the occasion. Working relentlessly through day and night, they battled to save the lives of critically injured tourists, earning their […]
Manoj Sinha reviews progress of Amarnath Yatra infrastructure projects
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a meeting with senior officials of the Shri Amarnath ji Shrine Board and executing agencies on Wednesday to assess the development of Disaster Management and Yatri Niwas Complexes for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra. The meeting focused on ongoing works at Baltal, Nunwan, Sidhra, and Bijbehara. […]
108 ambulance service braves heavy snowfall to rescue pregnant woman in Kulgam
Kulgam I March 15, 2025 – Amid relentless snowfall that has blanketed parts of Jammu and Kashmir, the 108 Ambulance Service in Kulgam demonstrated remarkable dedication by rescuing a 21-year-old pregnant woman from the remote village of Raiwatan Wathoo in Aharbal. The timely intervention ensured she received critical medical care at the Sub-District Hospital in […]
DC Ayushi Sudan leads Kupwara admin to airlift patients from snowbound Karnah
Kupwara, March 03, 2025 – In a swift and coordinated response, the District Administration of Kupwara, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Ayushi Sudan, successfully airlifted critically ill patients from the snowbound border area of Karnah in Jammu and Kashmir on March 2, 2025. The operation, which garnered widespread appreciation, was executed following an urgent […]