Vande Bharat Express: Lifeline for Kashmir commuters amid landslides and heavy rains
SRINAGAR, 5 September 2025 — As heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides disrupt road connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir, particularly along National Highway 44, the Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a vital lifeline for commuters traveling between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of India. Launched on June 6, 2025, by Prime Minister Narendra […]
Omar Abdullah reviews rain situation, directs relief and safety measures in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir,3 September 2025: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a meeting this morning to review the situation arising from the incessant rains across the Union Territory. He directed the administration to intensify ground response, ensure clearance of waterlogged areas, safeguard essential services, carry out timely evacuations in critical zones, and provide immediate relief to […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah reviews NH-44 restoration after incessant rains
Srinagar, August 30,2025:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting to review the condition of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) and other national highways and major roads that have suffered damage due to the recent spell of incessant rains across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed the concerned authorities to ensure […]
3.5 magnitude earthquake jolts Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda
Doda, August 20, 2025 – A 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir at 8:18 AM today, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake’s epicentre was located at a depth of 5 kilometers, with coordinates at latitude 33.07 N and longitude 76.12 E, in the seismically active Himalayan […]
Indian Army restores connectivity with temporary bridge in Kishtwar post-cloudburst
On August 14, 2025, a devastating cloudburst struck Chishoti village in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, causing flash floods that disrupted connectivity and resulted in 38–60 deaths, over 100 injuries, and hundreds missing. The Indian Army, under White Knight Corps, constructed a temporary bridge over Chishoti Nala to restore movement for residents and Machail Mata Yatra […]
Torrential rains lash Kashmir valley, trigger widespread disruptions
Srinagar, August 18, 2025 – Heavy rainfall battered the Kashmir Valley on Monday, causing waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and raising fears of flash floods and landslides across multiple districts. The Meteorological Department has issued yellow and orange alerts, warning of intense showers, potential mudslides, and hazardous conditions in vulnerable areas, with forecasts predicting continued rainfall through the […]
PM Modi flags off Amritsar-Katra Vande Bharat, elevating J&K’s pilgrimage and growth
New Delhi/Katra, August 10, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Amritsar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in Jammu and Kashmir’s railway infrastructure and pilgrimage accessibility. The high-speed train, launched from Bengaluru’s KSR Railway Station alongside two other Vande Bharat routes, promises to enhance […]
Mega Tiranga rally at LoC Teetwal celebrates national pride with 1.5 km National Flag
Kupwara, August 9, 2025 – In a vibrant display of patriotism and national unity, a massive Tiranga Rally was held in Teetwal, near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative. The rally featured a 1.5-kilometer-long National Flag, symbolizing the unbreakable spirit of India, carried by over 3,000 participants, including students, locals, officials, and activists. […]
Historic milestone: First freight train arrives at Anantnag goods shed in Kashmir valley
Srinagar, August 9, 2025 – In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s connectivity, the first-ever freight train reached the newly commissioned Anantnag Goods Shed in the Kashmir Valley from Rupnagar, Punjab, on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This historic event marks a significant step in integrating the Kashmir region with India’s national freight network, promising reduced […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah pays tribute to martyred soldiers in Kulgam
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 09, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during an ongoing anti-terror operation in Kulgam district. In a solemn ceremony at the Chinar Corps headquarters in Badamibagh, Srinagar, the Chief Minister laid a wreath to honour Lance Naik Pritpal […]