Rajnath Singh reviews J&K security, Amarnath Yatra preparations
Jammu, June 21, 2025 – Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducted a high-level security review meeting at the Northern Command headquarters in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, on Saturday, focusing on the prevailing security situation and preparations for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to commence on July 3, 2025. The meeting comes amid heightened security concerns following […]
DC Ramesh Kumar reviews Amarnath Yatra 2025 preparations, inspects NH-44 in Banihal
Banihal, June 19, 2025: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, conducted an extensive visit to the Banihal area of Ramban district on Wednesday evening to assess the condition of National Highway-44 (NH-44) and review preparations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2025, scheduled from July 3 to August 9. Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad […]
Jamia Millia Islamia postpones entrance exams for J&K students amid regional challenges
Kashmir, May 11, 2025 – Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has announced the rescheduling of its entrance examinations for students from Jammu and Kashmir, originally set for May 10-11, 2025, due to ongoing regional challenges. The decision, made at the request of the Jammu and Kashmir government, aims to prioritize student safety and well-being amid heightened […]
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 […]
Heavy rains cool Jammu, bring relief from scorching heat
Jammu, May 2, 2025 – Heavy rainfall swept across Jammu on Thursday, offering much-needed respite from the region’s intense summer heat. The showers, accompanied by strong winds and lightning, lowered temperatures significantly, providing relief to residents but also prompting alerts due to rising water levels in the Chenab River in the Akhnoor sector. The India […]
NH44 maintenance and restoration work in full swing across Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar, April 27, 2025 – Restoration and maintenance efforts on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44) are in full swing following severe damage caused by flash floods and landslides in Ramban district on April 19–20, 2025. The 250-km highway, a critical lifeline connecting the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India, was blocked at multiple points […]
Indian Army provides swift relief in Ramban, J&K, amid devastating flash floods
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, April 21, 2025 – A devastating cloudburst unleashed torrential flash floods and landslides in Ramban district, claiming three lives, including two young brothers, and plunging the region into chaos. The Indian Army swiftly mobilized, delivering critical relief to stranded residents and tourists along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), a vital lifeline […]
Mughal Road reopens after 4-month snow closure
POONCH, April 16, 2025 – The historic Mughal Road, an 84-km stretch connecting Kashmir Valley’s Shopian district with the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu, reopened for one-way traffic on April 15, 2025, after a four-month closure due to heavy snowfall. The reopening of this vital alternate route to the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway […]
Police enhance security with advanced surveillance technology on national highway in South Kashmir’s Qazigund
Qazigund, March 29, 2025 – In a significant move to bolster security along one of Jammu and Kashmir’s most vital transportation corridors, Kulgam Police have installed cutting-edge surveillance technology on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway at Qazigund in South Kashmir’s Kulgam district. The deployment, centred at the strategic Navyug Tunnel, includes advanced systems such as wall […]