Akashvani Srinagar launched a new audio studio for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY). The studio offers high-quality broadcasts to pilgrims globally via FM, OTT platforms, and apps. Special transmitters ensure coverage along trekking routes, providing devotional music, reports, and interviews.
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Ladakh is conducting its first-ever gazetted post recruitment through UPSC for 359 positions. A new legal framework ensures local representation, including increased reservations (up to 85%) and domicile definitions. Age relaxation of five years is provided, and LSSSSB handles non-gazetted recruitments.
During the Amarnath Yatra, trucks with perishable goods on NH-44 will be prioritized after pilgrim convoys. A 5-km parking zone will be designated for fruit and vegetable trucks between Levdoora and Navyug Tunnel. Growers should load trucks by 9 am and display produce details. Alternate routes are available.
The first group of 5,892 Amarnath pilgrims arrived in Kashmir and were warmly welcomed by local authorities and residents. They were greeted in Kulgam, Anantnag, and Srinagar districts and will proceed to base camps before beginning the pilgrimage to the Amarnath shrine on Thursday.
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reviewed the Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Department. Singh inaugurated a 50,000-liter milk plant in Jammu. The Minister also met with progressive dairy farmers and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
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The J&K and Ladakh High Court stayed an order to repatriate 63-year-old Rakshanda Rashid to India. She was deported to Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, despite having a Long Term Visa. The family, devastated by the stay, hopes for her return.
The Indian government is funding a Rs 65 lakh project for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi and the University of Ladakh. Starting July 2025, this three-year project will document and preserve Ladakh's folk traditions, integrating heritage, traditions, and technology.
Following the Lieutenant Governor's order to assist victims of terrorism, several Kashmir districts established helplines. These helplines aim to reopen ignored cases, file FIRs, provide jobs to families, and reclaim seized properties, offering support and redressal for affected families.
The gunfight started when the security forces launched a search and cordon operation in the Kuchal area of Chatroo around 7.45 pm
Sakeena Itoo emphasized doctors' vital role in a healthy society during National Doctors Day celebrations. She highlighted their dedication, sacrifice, and importance as healers and pillars of hope. The day honors Dr. B.C. Roy, inspiring medical professionals.
Tried to deceitfully gain access through security checkpoints
A summer camp for children at the University of Jammu concluded with presentations showcasing theatre, dance, and art. The camp, organized by the Department of Students Welfare, aimed to develop children's confidence and creativity. University officials praised the children and trainers for their efforts.
The National Tribal Fest 2025, organized in Leh, celebrated Ladakhi tribal culture. The event showcased traditional performances, art, and knowledge, aiming to preserve and promote tribal heritage. Officials visited stalls, encouraging local artisans and emphasizing cultural preservation and socio-economic development.
Jammu and Kashmir L-G Manoj Sinha addressed terror victim families. He ordered reopening buried cases, prioritized jobs for next of kin, and property recovery. He also directed identification of government employees linked to terrorism and offered financial aid and a special cell for victim families.
Aims to enhance protection of species at Karakoram, Changthang reserves
During his Ladakh visit, the Union Home Secretary met with officials and political representatives. Key discussions included the demand for new districts in Kargil, operationalizing flights, infrastructure projects, and administrative progress under the new UT framework.
The Jammu Division of Northern Railway collected Rs 3.4 crore in June from fines on irregular travelers. A campaign targeted ticketless travel, illegal vending, and littering. Over 5,462 cases of irregular travel were detected, and Rs 19,000 was fined for littering.
Police in Kashmir detained several PDP leaders protesting the government's alleged failure to address issues like water scarcity, high electricity costs, and youth imprisonment. PDP leaders criticized the detentions, accusing the administration of suppressing dissent and ignoring pressing issues. Several leaders remained detained at local police stations.
The Amarnath Yatra begins Wednesday, flagged off by L-G Sinha. Enhanced security includes paramilitary deployment, no-fly zones on pilgrimage routes, and convoy travel advisories. Security is heightened due to a recent terror attack and ongoing combing operations. Registration centers are set up for pilgrims and sadhus.
She picks up the trash items one by one carefully from the waters and places them in a bag on her boat to clean the lake inch-by-inch
The yatra to the 3,880-metre shrine in south Kashmir Himalyas will formally begin on July 3
Militants accompanying Pakistan national flee
Three parties in Jammu and Kashmir formed the People's Alliance for Change (PAC), aiming for change. They seek restoration of Articles 370 and 35-A, full statehood, amnesty, and ending exclusionary politics. The alliance includes Sajad Lone's party and former Jamaat-e-Islami members.
Jammu police increased security for the Amarnath Yatra starting July 3. Checkpoints are set up citywide for anti-sabotage checks, vehicle inspections, and identity verification. Security personnel are deployed around the clock, with a focus on pilgrim safety and inter-agency cooperation.
Four drug peddlers were arrested in Udhampur with heroin and poppy straw. Police seized drugs worth Rs 2.42 crore, froze bank accounts, and attached properties worth Rs 4.69 crore. Since January, 87 accused have been arrested in 61 NDPS cases.
Offline registration for the Amarnath Yatra began with token distribution in Jammu. The 38-day pilgrimage starts July 3rd. Tokens are required for registration, which starts tomorrow at three centers. A successful dry run on the Jammu-Srinagar highway was completed.
Lakhanpur, the entry point to J&K, is fully equipped for the Amarnath Yatra. Arrangements include registration, accommodation, healthcare, and cultural activities. RFID registration, 24/7 help desks, medical facilities, and robust security measures are in place to ensure a safe and comfortable pilgrimage.
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Jammu and Kashmir identified 548,761 potential entrepreneurs. Most are interested in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, with dairy farming favored. Funding and loans are the primary needs, followed by training and mentorship.
IIM Jammu received two international accreditations: Business Graduates Association (BGA) and European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) within a year. This accomplishment makes it one of only five IIMs nationally to achieve this distinction, highlighting its commitment to excellence and global recognition.
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