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Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor reviewed Amarnath Yatra preparations at Baltal, inspecting facilities and directing officials to ensure pilgrim convenience. He launched a zero-waste pilgrimage campaign with website, app, and sanitation initiatives, including numerous toilets and waste processing facilities.

Asim Munir said that Pakistan would always stand by the people of Kashmir in their struggle for the right to self-determination

The first batch of pilgrims will leave for Kashmir from the Jammu-based Bhagwati Nagar base camp on July 2

Officials say he was working at behest of Pakistani army to help terrorists to infiltrate into the Indian side

Women border guards, along with male counterparts, are on high alert along the Jammu International Border due to the upcoming Amarnath Yatra. They are conducting enhanced patrols and surveillance, prepared to respond to any threats with force. Security includes a three-tier fence and anti-tunnel exercises.

Ladakh implemented amended reservation rules in 2025, restructuring quotas for direct recruitment and promotions based on caste, ALC residents, EWS, and disabilities. The changes, aligning with central laws, aim to address local employment demands, particularly benefiting the predominantly tribal population. Specific areas along the LoC/LAC were designated for reservation benefits.

The Tiger Division trekked to Sari Pass in Himachal Pradesh to honor Indian soldiers' sacrifices in the 1965 Indo-Pak War. The expedition, led by the Fiery Fifteen battalion, commemorated the diamond jubilee of the war and promoted patriotism through interactions with locals.

Chief Minister Abdullah aims to make Jammu and Kashmir a premier golf destination. He highlighted the importance of tourism recovery after recent events and thanked participants for their support. The government will improve golf infrastructure across the region.

Jammu and Kashmir's LG met families of Kashmiri terror victims, acknowledging their suffering. The government will provide jobs, financial aid, and investigate land encroachments. FIRs will be filed in previously unaddressed cases. LG Sinha vowed to bring perpetrators to justice and expose the terror ecosystem.

Following a June 26 encounter in Udhampur, three terrorists remain at large. Security forces continue searching using drones and sniffer dogs. The operation, named 'Operation Bihali,' aims to neutralize the remaining Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists, as they pose a threat to the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has spent less than half of central funds allocated for border bunkers. Despite a ceasefire, 46.58% of the Rs 242.77 crore received between 2020-2025 remains unspent. Recent shelling highlights the need for more bunkers.

Asha Lakra reviewed welfare programs for Scheduled Tribes in Leh. She emphasized interdepartmental coordination, women's participation, and support for Self Help Groups. Lakra recommended market linkages, a food processing unit, addressing funding concerns for nunneries, and ensuring timely funding for ICDS and Mid-Day Meal schemes.

Jammu and Kashmir plans to implement unique family IDs for every household to streamline public service delivery, enhance outreach, and create a unified data source. The initiative aims to reduce redundant documentation, improve efficiency, and ensure benefits reach eligible citizens.

Jammu and Kashmir faces high unemployment, especially among youth (17.4%). The overall unemployment rate is 6.7%, significantly above the national average. Women experience higher unemployment, particularly in urban areas. The government launched Mission YUVA to address the issue.

Jammu and Kashmir is digitizing and modernizing land records. The Chief Secretary emphasized quality checks, staff training, and dedicated data entry centers. The digitization aims to streamline processes and will be live for data entry by July 10, 2025.

He assured that action will also be taken to free the land and property of terror victims’ families encroached by terrorist sympathisers or separatist elements

Preliminary surveys on the Jammu-Kashmir rail route began in early 20th century

An outbreak of gastroenteritis in Rajouri district has hospitalized at least 19 people in Sakri village. E. coli contamination in water samples is the suspected cause. Two patients have been referred to Jammu for specialized care.

A parliamentary committee visited the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine to review facilities and address public grievances. Led by MP Brij Lal, the committee observed positive changes since 2023 and discussed grievance resolution with officials. A confidential report summarizing their findings will be submitted to Parliament.

Srinagar Police seized a drug peddler's property worth Rs 50 lakh under the NDPS Act. The peddler, Bilal Ahmad Wani, is linked to drug trafficking that targeted local youth. Additionally, police removed graffiti resembling a foreign flag and counselled three teenage girls involved, with legal action to follow within juvenile justice framework.

The Enforcement Directorate attached three Patnitop hotels (Pine Heritage, Dream Land, and Shahi Santoor) and their Rs 15.78 crore income under anti-money laundering laws. The hotels are accused of illegal construction beyond permitted areas. The probe stems from a CBI FIR regarding violations by hotel owners and Patnitop Development Authority officials.

Dachigam National Park in Jammu & Kashmir scored 92.97% in a Management Effectiveness Evaluation, the highest among 438 assessed protected areas. This achievement highlights excellent biodiversity protection, ecological management, and community engagement, with the Minister praising the Wildlife Department's conservation efforts and emphasizing continued commitment.

Chief Minister Abdullah urged collective efforts to restore Jammu and Kashmir's tourism. He highlighted new initiatives, a project called SPREAD for new destinations, and the importance of diverse tourism offerings. He emphasized infrastructure development, niche tourism like MICE and golf, and welcomed partnership from the tourism fraternity.

A court in Poonch ordered police to investigate national news channels for allegedly defaming a deceased cleric. Media outlets wrongly labeled the cleric as a Pakistani terrorist, causing distress and damaging his reputation. Despite retractions, the court ruled the initial reporting constituted defamation and public mischief.

National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah stated the party's main goal is to restore Article 370 and pre-2019 constitutional guarantees, not just statehood. He criticized the BJP's handling of the Muharram procession and accused them of exploiting the issue for political gain, alleging attempts to divide communities. Ruhullah also addressed the ongoing reservation report.