VISAKHAPATNAM: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Super ECBC (Energy Conservation Building Code) compliant building at Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Terming it a landmark in sustainable infrastructure, he emphasised the government's commitment to energy efficiency and green design in public facilities. The facility will serve as a national-level training hub for power sector staff. He urged power utilities to expedite 20 lakh rooftop solar connecti...Read More
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday lauded the role of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets during Operation Sindoor, calling their contributions a shining example of selfless service and commitment to the nation. Speaking at the Special National Integration Camp at Chinar Auditorium, Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar, the LG said the cadets "rose to the occasion during difficult times," referring to their active participation in relief efforts during Operation Sindoor. "Beyond...Read More
Srinagar- Jailed Lok Sabha MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid, popularly known as Engineer Rashid, will observe a 24-hour hunger strike inside Tihar Jail from 8 pm Saturday to 8 pm Sunday, in protest against what he calls the "continued denial of democratic rights" to the people of Kashmir. In a statement issued on Friday, Rashid's party, the Awami Ittehad Party (AIP), said the hunger strike comes amid the national political discourse around the 1975 Emergency and growing accusations of authoritarianism be...Read More
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): In a continuing crackdown under Operation Chakra-V, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted coordinated search operations at multiple locations in Ahmedabad and Mumbai on June 25 in connection with a transnational cyber extortion case, the probe agency said on Friday. CBI said that the searches led to the recovery of incriminating evidence. The main suspect behind a transnational cyber extortion syndicate was arrested on June 26 in Mumbai. Also Rea...Read More
SRINAGAR, June 27: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that it is the collective duty of the Government and tourism stakeholders to restore Jammu and Kashmir's position as the country's pre-eminent tourist destination and ensure it remains so. The Chief Minister was addressing the 'Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Revival Dialogue' organized jointly by FICCI and the Department of Tourism, J&K at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) here. "It is binding on us that we do every...Read More
Koraput: While the state celebrates Rath Yatra on Friday, the temple town of Jeypore in Koraput district continues to observe a unique tradition, pulling of the chariots a day later even though all other rituals, such as Pahandi and Chhera Pahanra, are conducted on the same day as the main festival.Though there is no official or documented historical evidence supporting this deviation, the practice has over the years given rise to a blend of local legends, cultural beliefs and royal anecdotes.Ac...Read More
Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a special national integration camp organised by the Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh NCC Directorate here, Abdullah also lauded the sanctioning of several projects for the UT. "Let there be discussions, it is a good thing. But we would want the discussions to conclude soon and that we get what we are demanding," he said. Welcoming the sanctioning of several projects for Jammu and Kashmir, including tunnels, costing ₹10,600 crore, the CM said these projects wi...Read More
NEW DELHI (AP) -- Beijing's bid for enhanced regional leadership suffered a setback Thursday when India rejected signing a joint statement put before members of the China-backed Shanghai Cooperation Organization, saying it was pro-Pakistan in not mentioning April's terror attack on Indian tourists. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said the statement diluted India's position on critical issues such as terrorism and regional security, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Pre...Read More
Srinagar, June 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with National Cadet Corps (NCC) Cadets at the Special National Integration Camp, today at Badami Bagh Cantonment here. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO In his address, Sinha commended the NCC Directorate, J&K and Ladakh, Headquarters 15 Corps and Headquarters 31 Sub Area for organising Special National Integration Camp to provide an opportunity to expose youth from various parts of the country to the rich culture and traditions of J&K and ...Read More
MUMBAI: The BJP rushed to the defence of the state government over its decision to introduce Hindi as an optional language for Classes 1 to 5 after the Thackeray cousins announced their decision to hold a joint morcha against "imposition" of Hindi in state schools.CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said Marathi is compulsory, Hindi is optional. "Basically, students can learn any Indian language. We have accepted the three-language policy. When NE was introduced, the Uddhav Thackeray govt was in offi...Read More
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Congress on Friday demanded government reveal data on the number of Indian citizens stranded in Russia amid conflict with Ukraine in the region. Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters, Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring claimed that 126 Indian citizens, including young men from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu-Kashmir, and Maharashtra, were 'trafficked into the Russian Army to fight the war'. He said, among them, 'at least 14 rem...Read More
Tihar jail authorities on Friday issued a statement dismissing reports concerning the critical health of Jammu and Kashmir separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah, saying that he is receiving regular medical attention and his condition remains stable. The statement comes in the backdrop of appeals from Jammu and Kashmir's various political parties and his daughter for proper medical care for Shah, who they claim is suffering from a life-threatening illness. "Some rumours are reportedly being circu...Read More
The letter, posted on X, alleged that Zubair Ahmad faced religious discrimination at the Kovai Medical Center and Hospital. However, hospital sources alleged that he was only asked to trim his beard The Jammu and Kashmir Students' Association on Thursday alleged that a Muslim doctor from Kashmir Valley was forced to forgo his DNB (nephrology) seat at a Coimbatore-based private hospital, after he was asked to sign a 'policy document' that "prohibited" sporting a beard. The association sought the...Read More
SRINAGAR: The Ghulam Nabi Azad-led Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), launched in 2022, suffered a major setback as its last two prominent faces returned to the Congress fold on Friday. With this, the former J&K chief minister's ambitious plan to provide an alternative political force in the UT now seems like a closed chapter.In the past few months, Azad himself has not shown any interest in reviving his party as he has not held any meeting.Former ministers Taj Mohiuddin and Ghulam Nabi S...Read More
The first batch of pilgrims will leave for Kashmir from Jammu's a day before of annual yatra.(File) ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed 180 CAPF companies deployed for Amarnath Yatra, 30 more than last yearAmarnath Yatra starts July 3 via Pahalgam and Baltal routes in south Kashmir HimalayasPilgrims urged to travel in official convoys from Jammu for safety Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Jammu: A total of 180 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), whi...Read More
Srinagar- With final preparations in place, Jammu and Kashmir is all set to welcome thousands of devotees for the annual Amarnath Yatra, starting July 3. From lodging arrangements for over 50,000 pilgrims to tight security along the twin routes of Pahalgam and Baltal, officials say every detail has been accounted for to ensure a safe and seamless pilgrimage to the revered cave shrine. The first batch of pilgrims will leave for Kashmir from the Jammu-based Bhagwati Nagar base camp a day before t...Read More
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Overtourism protests are increasing across Europe, as the height of the travel season approaches. Here's what travelers should consider before they book their next flight. Recently, protests and walkouts have defined some of Europe's most popular cities. Employees at the Louvre Museum in Paris walked off the job, causing it to close. Protestors gathered en masse in Barcelona, cheering and holding signs that said things like "mass tourism kills the city," and wielding water guns -- the images h...Read More
Ranchi: The historic Yatra celebrations at the Jagannath Temple in Dhurwa here commenced early on Friday morning with sacred rituals and a sea of devotees thronging the temple premises. Chants and sounds of conch shells rent the air as priests perform the "mangal aarti" at 4 am, marking the beginning of the 334th annual chariot festival dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra.By 5 am, the idols of the deities were open for darshan. As per schedule, darshan was halted at...Read More
Jammu: Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Friday visited Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district and reviewed the security arrangements ahead of the Amarnath Yatra beginning July 3. The 38-day-long yatra is scheduled to start on July 3 from the twin routes -- the traditional 48-kilometre Pahalgam route in Anantnag district and the shorter but steeper 14-kilometre Baltal route in Ganderbal district -- leading to the 3,880-metre-high holy cave shrine of Amarnath. The first batch of pi...Read More
Srinagar, June 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today praised the exemplary service of NCC cadets during Operation Sindoor, highlighting their selfless contribution during challenging times. "Our NCC cadets rose to the occasion with exceptional courage and commitment. In addition to their support in relief camps across border districts, they organised blood donation drives and played a vital role in humanitarian efforts. Their actions have significantly enhanced the prestige of the NCC," he ...Read More
SRINAGAR, June 27: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged for a united effort between the government and tourism stakeholders to restore Jammu and Kashmir's position as India's top tourist destination and ensure it retains that status in the long run. Addressing the 'Jammu & Kashmir Tourism Revival Dialogue' organised by FICCI in collaboration with the J&K Department of Tourism at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), the Chief Minister said, "It is our collective ...Read More
Srinagar, June 27: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General PK Mishra, at a high-level security review, visited the Headquarters of Romeo Force to assess operational preparedness and evaluate the prevailing security dynamics in the sensitive Poonch-Rajouri sector. The GOC commended Romeo Force for its sustained and proactive counter-terrorism operations in the region, underlining the need to maintain relentless pressure on infiltrating groups and preser...Read More
Mumbai, June 27 (UNI) An escalating controversy surrounds Italian luxury house Prada following its presentation of sandals strikingly similar to traditional Kolhapuri chappals in its Men's Spring Collection at Milan Fashion Week. The dispute, now a significant issue in Maharashtra, centres on Prada marketing the design for 1.2 lakh rupees without acknowledging its Indian origin, the artisans, or its deep cultural significance. The Kolhapuri chappal, granted Geographical Indication (GI) status ...Read More
SRINAGAR: The Ghulam Nabi Azad-led Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), launched in 2022, suffered a major setback as its last two prominent faces returned to the Congress fold on Friday. With this, the former J&K chief minister's ambitious plan to provide an alternative political force in the UT now seems like a closed chapter.In the past few months, Azad himself has not shown any interest in reviving his party as he has not held any meeting.Former ministers Taj Mohiuddin and Ghulam Nabi S...Read More
Srinagar, Jun 27: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that it is the collective duty of the government and tourism stakeholders to restore Jammu and Kashmir's position as the country's pre-eminent tourist destination and ensure it remains so. The Chief Minister was addressing the 'Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Revival Dialogue' organised jointly by FICCI and the Department of Tourism, J&K at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. "It is binding on us that we do...Read More
NEW DELHI: The Indian Navy's swift deployment during Operation Sindoor in the Arabian Sea compelled Pakistan to "plead" for a ceasefire "just in time", Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Friday. Speaking at the Naval Investiture Ceremony 2025, Admiral Tripathi stated, "As you all are well aware, during Operation Sindoor, our ships, submarines, and aircraft were operationally ready and deployed projecting strength and preparedness to deter any potential actions from our western ...Read More
Chennai/New Delhi, June 27 (UNI) The CBI conducted nation-wide raids at 42 locations in five states and arrested nine people in connection with Mule Bank Accounts being used in Cyber frauds. In continuation of its on-going efforts to combat Cyber Crime and Digital Arrest Scams, the CBI acting on specific information and after verification launched coordinated searches at 42 locations across five States--Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh--as part of the Operation Chakra...Read More
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) During Operation Sindoor, Indian naval ships, submarines and aircraft were operationally ready and deployed, projecting strength and preparedness to deter any "potential actions from our western adversary" in the maritime domain, Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Friday. "This rapid and measured response not only showcased our strategic reach and maritime dominance, but sent a clear message of resolve, forcing our adversary to plead for ceasefire, I would say,...Read More
Srinagar, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Friday that it is the collective duty of the government and tourism stakeholders to restore the Union Territory's position as the country's pre-eminent tourist destination and ensure it remains so. The Chief Minister was addressing the 'Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Revival Dialogue' organised jointly by FICCI and the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (S...Read More
Srinagar, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the special national integration camp (SNIC) 2025 at the Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar and said that the strength of India lies in its unity in diversity and this unity in diversity is truly seen at camps like the SNIC 2025. A Defence Ministry statement said: "The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, visited the Special National Integration Camp (SNIC) 2025 at Badami Bagh Canton...Read More