Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said negligence by the bus owner and driver was responsible for the recent road accident in Udhampur district and asserted that strict action would follow after completion of an ongoing inquiry. The Chief Minister, who visited the injured from the accident that occurred in the Ramnagar area a few days ago, said the vehicle was being driven by a person who was not a regular driver. “It is unfortunate that this accident occurred due to the negligence of the bus owner. The regular driver was on leave, and the vehicle was handed over to…
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Leaders across the country on Wednesday paid homage to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack on its first anniversary and expressed solidarity with their families, with several blaming Pakistan for backing terrorism in Kashmir. In a post on X, PM Modi, said the victims “will never be forgotten,” describing the April 22, 2025 attack as a tragedy that continues to weigh on the nation’s conscience and asserted that the country will not bow to any form of terror. “Remembering the innocent lives lost in the gruesome Pahalgam terror attack on this day last year. They will never be forgotten.…
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has informed the Delhi High Court that Yasin Malik leveraged his connections with top Pakistani leaders—including the Prime Minister, President, senators, and all provincial chief ministers—to spread anti-India narratives and advance a secessionist agenda in Jammu and Kashmir, Bar and Bench reported, citing an NIA affidavit. In the affidavit, the NIA stated that Malik’s claims of proximity to senior Indian politicians, foreign delegates, bureaucrats, and media figures were merely attempts to gain popularity and public sympathy. The agency argued that such name-dropping does not erase Malik’s proven links with militants like Lashkar-e-Taiba’s Hafiz Saeed and…
A Delhi court reserved its order on the interim bail plea of Baramulla Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid, who has sought temporary relief to visit his ailing father. The plea was heard at Patiala House Court, where Rashid requested interim bail on humanitarian grounds, stating that his father is on ventilator support. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) opposed the plea during the hearing. After hearing arguments from both sides, the court reserved its order and said it will pronounce the decision on April 24. The case pertains to proceedings in which Rashid is currently in custody, and the interim bail…
US President Donald Trump says he is “ready to go” back to war with Iran if no deal is reached by the end of the ceasefire tomorrow. President Donald Trump has sounded positive about new peace talks despite uncertainty over Tehran’s participation. “We’re going to end up with a great deal,” Trump said this morning, adding that Iran had “no choice” but to send a delegation to Pakistan. Vice President JD Vance will likely head to Islamabad today. Trump also said that he was ready to resume bombing if talks don’t go well as tomorrow’s ceasefire deadline looms. Iran’s top…
In a significant boost to public transport and sustainable mobility in the Union Territory of Ladakh, 33 electric buses have been sanctioned by the Government of India (GoI) under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme. The fleet will include 7-metre electric buses, specifically suited to Ladakh’s difficult terrain and road conditions. The initiative is expected to play a key role in transforming public transport in Ladakh by promoting clean energy, reducing pollution, and enhancing the overall travel experience. The delivery of e-buses is expected in a month, officials informed. Lieutenant Governor Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena thanked the Centre for fulfilling this long-pending…
Kashmir’s wetlands have become a paradise for migratory birds this season, attracting over 15 lakh feathered visitors, with the Ramsar-designated Hygam wetland in Sopore hosting the lion’s share of more than 4 lakh birds. Regional Wildlife Warden Kashmir, Tawheed Ahmed Deva, said the Hygam wetland in Sopore accounted for the highest share, with over four lakh birds recorded during the annual census. He said Hygam, a designated Ramsar site spread over 7.62 square kilometres, remains fully demarcated and free from encroachment. “The entire wetland area is intact. There is no encroachment, and the water level is being maintained,” he said.…
Amid discussions over women reservation in politics, official data shows that the number of female candidates elected to the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly has remained abysmally low. According to data accessed, since 1967, when the Election Commission of India first conducted state election in Jammu and Kashmir, only a few female candidates have managed to win Assembly elections. As per records, only one female contested the 1967 election, but she lost. The data shows that four women were elected in 1972-the highest-ever number of female winners in a J&K Assembly election so far. The four winners were Zainab Begum (Amira…
Tensions remained high on Monday, with conflicting signals from Tehran over whether a second round of direct US-Iran negotiations would proceed, even as Pakistan prepared to host the two sides. US President Donald Trump told The New York Post that Vice President JD Vance and an American delegation were en route to Pakistan, expected to land within hours for peace talks with Iran. Trump expressed willingness to meet with senior Iranian leaders if progress is made. “We’re supposed to have the talks,” he said, dismissing concerns of a breakdown. “I would assume at this point nobody’s playing games.” He added…
At least fifteen persons were killed and several others injured after a passenger bus met with an accident near Jalo area on the Ramnagar–Udhampur route on Monday. A senior police official said that the bus was on its way from Ramnagar to Udhampur when it met with the accident under unclear circumstances. “Fifteen people have lost their lives, several are injured, and rescue teams are on the spot,” a senior police officer said. Further details regarding the cause of the accident are awaited. Police and local administration teams have launched a rescue operation at the site and are evacuating the…