Amid a growing burden of cancer cases in Jammu and Kashmir, public health experts have called for greater awareness, early screening, and timely medical intervention to reduce mortality and improve patient outcomes. A public awareness initiative by Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar highlights that early detection remains one of the most effective tools in the fight against the disease. According to data accessed and presented as part of the awareness campaign, cancer incidence in J&K has shown a rising trend over the past decade, mirroring national and global patterns. Health experts warn that changing lifestyles, tobacco use, dietary habits, environmental…
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said India must take control of its security-related necessities and strengthen indigenous manufacturing capabilities to remain future-ready in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment. Addressing a gathering after performing the bhoomi pujan for a 10,000-tonne Aluminium Extrusion Press facility at the Ordnance Factory Ambajhari in Nagpur, Singh, said, “Self-reliance in critical defence technologies and materials was essential for safeguarding national interests.” “A nation capable of meeting its own requirements moves forward with the greatest confidence towards protecting its interests,” he said, describing the upcoming facility as a symbol of India’s transition from dependence on imports…
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has intensified preparations for annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) beginning July 3, 2026, with civil administration, security agencies and shrine board officials undertaking a series of measures to ensure smooth conduct of the pilgrimage and effective management of the expected influx of devotees. Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir Anshul Garg said all departments were working in coordination to provide necessary facilities and services to pilgrims along both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. “There is a well-established system in place for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. Like every year, the pilgrimage will commence on July…
A Pakistani national was apprehended near Simri village in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district after allegedly crossing the Line of Control (LoC) under suspicious circumstances, the Army said on Saturday. In a post on X, the Chinar Corps, said alert troops, in coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police, acted swiftly to apprehend the intruder and prevent any potential security breach. “Based on specific intelligence input, alert Chinar Warriors, in a joint operation with Jammu and Kashmir Police, apprehended a Pak national near Simri village, Kupwara, on 12 June 2026, who had crossed the Line of Control under suspicious circumstances. Acting…
The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday constituted a high-level committee to conduct a comprehensive inquiry into the technical malfunction of the Gulmarg Gondola on May 25 that left more than 300 tourists stranded mid-air and triggered a massive rescue operation. The government accorded the sanction to the constitution of a five-member committee to investigate the circumstances leading to the malfunction of the cable car system. The committee, will be headed by Mahmood Ahmad Shah, Managing Director of KPDCL, and comprises Vikas Gupta, Director Tourism Jammu, Tariq Hussain, Chief Executive Officer Gulmarg Development Authority, Javeed Ahmad Tantray, In-charge Superintending Engineer,…
Member of Parliament Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday said he will join the National Conference’s proposed protest at Jantar Mantar, but emphasised that his primary demand remains the restoration of Article 370, not just statehood. Speaking to reporters in Pulwama, Ruhullah, said he would “definitely” participate but stressed that the struggle should not be confined to a one-day political event. He called for a sustained and organised movement, arguing that the demand must go beyond statehood to include restoration of constitutional protections that existed before 2019. He said a single protest would not suffice and underlined the need for a…
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday marked the symbolic excavation of the final rock wall of the Zojila Tunnel, in the presence of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The breakthrough, represents a significant milestone in the construction of the 13.15-kilometre Zojila Tunnel, which, once completed, will be the longest bi-directional road tunnel in Asia. The project is expected to ensure all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, while also boosting transportation, tourism and economic activity in the region.
The body of a Srinagar man, who was swept away while attempting to rescue his son in the Lidder River near Pahalgam, was retrieved from the Aishmuqam area on Friday, six days after the incident. An official said that the body of Muhammad Ashraf Mir (42), a resident of Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar, was recovered from the Amad, Aishmuqam area following an extensive search operation. He said, Mir had gone missing on Sunday after entering the Lidder River near Langanbal, around eight kilometres downstream of Pahalgam, in an attempt to save his teenage son, Fahad, during a family outing. The official…
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday proposed suspending party identities and launching a collective democratic movement for restoration of rights of the rights of people of Jammu & Kashmir. Speaking at The Hindu Huddle, CM Omar said, “If everyone is sincere, let us suspend political parties and stand together on one movement platform. We should fight democratically and peacefully until the constitutional rights and protections taken away in 2019 are restored.” The CM said he would be willing to make personal political sacrifices if such a united movement emerged. “I will be the first one to resign. Let representatives come…
Amid soaring temperatures across several parts of the country, Kashmir’s famed tourist destination Drung in Tangmarg has emerged as a refreshing retreat for visitors seeking cooler temperatures and natural beauty. Tourists from various states visiting the Valley said the pleasant weather, scenic landscapes and peaceful atmosphere have made their Kashmir trip memorable, with many describing the region as unmatched among tourist destinations. Sania, a tourist from Lucknow, said that she was impressed by the beauty of Kashmir after visiting Drung, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Srinagar. “There is no match to Kashmir. I am enjoying the temperature and the peaceful atmosphere here.…