Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu police arrested six individuals in two separate murder cases. In one, five family members were arrested for the death of Narinder Singh following a dispute. In the other, a Myanmar national was arrested for murdering a minor boy after rejecting the boy's sister's marriage proposal.

Dr. Jitendra Singh held a public meeting in Ramban, addressing local concerns. Discussions included landslide relief, pending contractor payments, and flood-related rehabilitation. Officials were directed to resolve issues, including finding safe resettlement locations in vulnerable areas.

Following the deaths of four locals in September, the Ladakh Buddhist Association requested the Hindu Mahasabha, Leh to minimize Diwali celebrations. They asked for reduced festivities, including avoiding firecrackers, to respect the mourning period and martyrs. Prayers for peace were encouraged instead.

Lays foundation for several road, sports projects

Agha Syed Mehmood named NC candidate for Budgam election

Jammu police dismantled two drug networks, arresting eight peddlers (four women) and seizing heroin worth crores. The operations in Rajiv Nagar and R S Pura also yielded multiple arrests of other peddlers. Recoveries included 529 grams of heroin, cash, and weighing machines.

Says neither PM nor HM visited camps to see ‘deplorable living conditions’

Sajad Lone criticized the Public Safety Act (PSA) as a draconian law misused by all J&K leaders. He condemned the lack of repeal and the flawed police verification system, highlighting collective punishment. Lone agreed with Owaisi's criticism of the law.

Girl attempted suicide over viral online post

Security forces in Jammu division are on high alert for Diwali, fearing potential terrorist attacks from Pakistan. Enhanced border and hinterland patrols, including the use of technology, are underway. Joint checkpoints and extra vigilance are ordered, particularly at night, to prevent infiltration and ensure peaceful celebrations.

Over 18 drug peddlers, including some residents of Punjab who were living here as tenants have been arrested in the past few weeks

Invitation comes two days after MHA announced judicial probe into the September 24 violence in which four people were killed in Leh district

The Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom will hold the second 'Know Your Artisan' event on October 25 at Srinagar's Ghanta Ghar. The event features live craft demos, artisan interactions, GI-tagged crafts, and a 'Try Your Hands' corner. Organizers encourage public participation to support local craftsmanship.

Kargil's agricultural institute successfully extracted honey from buckwheat for the first time. This initiative, part of their apiculture promotion, followed honey extraction from alfalfa in 2019. The buckwheat honey, with a unique flavor, is planned for expansion, branding, and a GI tag.

Minister Sakeena Itoo praised dental professionals for their role in Jammu and Kashmir's healthcare. She highlighted the importance of oral hygiene and urged dentists to promote regular check-ups. The government plans to improve dental infrastructure, education, and job prospects.

DIG Shiv Kumar Sharma reviewed border security in Kathua, focusing on night checkpoints. He stressed inter-agency coordination, intelligence sharing, and technology for surveillance. He also urged officials to establish joint checkpoints and encouraged locals to report suspicious activity.

Aims to support 80 economically disadvantaged candidates

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated a patient safety conference in Srinagar. The conference aims to improve healthcare standards in Jammu and Kashmir by learning from best practices and focusing on actionable recommendations for the government. He emphasized that patient safety and care are both critical.

Ruhullah seeks release of sub-committee’s report

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress is considering its options for the upcoming bypolls in Budgam and Nagrota. The National Conference plans to contest Budgam and support a Congress candidate in Nagrota. The final decision rests with the Congress leadership, and all options are open. The Congress also resumed its 'Hamari Riyasat Hamara Haq' campaign.

A multi-domain military exercise in Northern Command tested preparedness against cyber, space, and cognitive threats. It involved various agencies and emphasized integration and self-reliance. Troops trained for futuristic warfare, aiming to protect assets and deter adversaries through a whole-of-nation approach.

Harsh Dev Singh (JKNPP-I) and Devyani Rana (BJP) filed nominations for the Nagrota bypoll on November 11. Singh seeks votes based on merit, while Rana pledges to fulfill her father's unfulfilled promises. The bypoll follows the death of Devender Singh Rana.

Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested 17 long-term absconders across multiple districts. Some had evaded arrest for over three decades. The police stated this demonstrates their commitment to justice, emphasizing that justice will be served eventually.

The High Court of J&K and Ladakh ruled AAP MLA Mehraj Malik can vote in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. Postal ballots were sent to his jail cell. The court acted on Malik's application and confirmed his right to vote while detained under PSA.

The J&K Congress party restarted district hunger strikes to demand the restoration of statehood. They believe the central government is neglecting the people's rights by denying statehood. Senior leaders, including the party president, vowed to continue until statehood is restored.