jammu and kashmir

Srinagar: Fresh snowfall swept across several parts of the Kashmir Valley on Friday, blanketing districts including Budgam, Baramulla, Kupwara, Shopian, Pulwama, Bandipora, Anantnag, and Kulgam. Srinagar city witnessed its first snowfall of the season, leading to widespread disruptions. The Srinagar-Jammu National Highway was temporarily closed, and numerous flights were cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Despite the chaos, the Vande Bharat Express running from Katra to Srinagar continued its journey uninterrupted, creating a historic moment in Kashmir’s railway history. A Swiss-like Winter WonderlandPassengers aboard the train described the snow-covered landscapes as “even more breathtaking than Switzerland.” Official bulletins highlighted the natural beauty of Jammu and K...

Srinagar, January 23, 2026: Heavy snowfall in the Kashmir Valley on Friday has blanketed the region in a thick layer of snow, causing major disruption to both air and road transport. Poor visibility and snow accumulation on the runway have forced Srinagar International Airport to suspend all flight operations. Earlier, 22 flights were canceled, but the situation worsened, prompting authorities to cancel all flights for the day. Passengers have been advised to check the latest flight status with their respective airlines before planning any travel. The airport authorities issued a NOTAM at Delhi Airport and posted updates on social media, urging travelers to remain updated. IndiGo Airlines issued a travel advisory, stating that flight operations in Srinagar are temporarily suspended d...

Heavy snowfall began Friday morning in the Kashmir Valley and Pir Panjal regions of Jammu & Kashmir, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting that the ongoing Western Disturbance will continue to affect the region’s weather patterns for almost a week. In response, the administration has stepped up preparations across the districts. In a significant move, District Deputy Commissioner of Kulgam, IAS Athar Aamir Khan, ensured the hospitalization of 232 pregnant women expecting deliveries this week. This precautionary step aims to guarantee uninterrupted medical care amid extreme cold and heavy snow. Snow Clearance Preparations A day before, IAS Khan visited the Mechanical Field Sub-Division at Chawalgam, Kulgam, to review the availability of machinery and the dep...

Jammu: In a tragic incident in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, an Indian Army vehicle slipped off the road and plunged into a 200-foot gorge, resulting in the death of four soldiers and injuries to nine others. Officials confirmed that rescue operations were immediately launched. The accident occurred on Thursday near Khanni Top on the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate route. The vehicle, carrying a total of 17 soldiers, was en route to a high-altitude army post when the driver reportedly lost control, causing it to fall into the deep gorge. Four soldiers were pronounced dead at the scene, while nine others sustained injuries and were promptly provided medical attention. Rescue Amid Challenging ConditionsArmy and local administration teams reached the accident site immediately despite di...

India is all set to celebrate its 77th Republic Day, and 26-year-old Assistant Commandant Simran Bala is preparing for a historic moment at the Republic Day parade on Rajpath. On 26 January 2026, she will become the first female officer to lead an all-male contingent of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) during the parade in New Delhi. Leading an All-Male ContingentHailing from Jammu & Kashmir, 26-year-old Simran Bala will command over 140 male personnel at India’s most prestigious national event. This unprecedented achievement marks the first time in the parade’s history that a woman officer will lead a male CRPF unit. Her leadership reflects not only her personal excellence but also the growing role of women in India’s security forces. Breaking Traditions, Sending a Messag...

Srinagar:Amid growing international attention on unrest and developments in Iran, thousands of people took to the streets in the Shia-majority district of Kargil in eastern Ladakh to express solidarity with Iran and its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The rally was organised under the banner of the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust and remained largely peaceful, officials said. Kargil, which lies close to the Line of Control with Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, witnessed massive gatherings where protesters waved banners praising Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and Ayatollah Khamenei, while raising slogans against the United States and Israel in Persian and Urdu. Women also addressed the gathering. Police and paramilitary forces were deployed as a precautionary measure. The rally was...

In a landmark ruling, a Delhi court has convicted Kashmiri separatist leader Asiya Andrabi and her two associates, Sofi Fahmida and Nahida Nasreen, in a terror-related case. Andrabi, who heads the female separatist group Dukhtaran-e-Millat, was arrested in 2018 and is considered the first female separatist leader in Kashmir. The court found the three guilty of conspiring against the country and running a terrorist organization. Additional Sessions Judge Chanderjit Singh stated that their activities went beyond separatism, directly attempting to incite terrorism and spread hostility against the nation. Andrabi and her associates were held accountable under Sections 18 and 38 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The case, initially heard at Patiala House Court by ASJ Sin...

Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir: A new study has sent alarming warnings about the vulnerability of Kashmir’s glacial lakes, which are at high risk of sudden and devastating Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). Experts say that rapid glacial melting due to climate change and pollution has created a series of glacial lakes across the Kashmir Himalayas, making the region increasingly prone to catastrophic flooding events. The research, published in the prestigious Journal of Glaciology, was conducted jointly by the International Glaciological Society and the University of Cambridge, with lead contributions from Kashmir University’s Department of Geoinformatics. The study, funded by India’s Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), assessed current and future GLOF risks in the Indian Himalayas usin...

Srinagar/Ayodhya: A serious security lapse occurred at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on 10 January 2026 when a 55-year-old man was arrested for attempting to offer Namaz inside the temple premises. The incident drew nationwide attention, raising concerns about security at one of India’s most sensitive religious sites. The arrested individual has been identified as Ahmed Sheikh, a resident of Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir. According to police, Sheikh allegedly entered the temple complex and tried to pray in the Sita Rasoi area. Family and neighbors claim that Sheikh is mentally unstable and has been undergoing treatment. “We were unaware of his travel to Ayodhya,” said family members. Neighbors also described him as mentally disturbed, noting that he sometimes wanders off unpredic...

Jammu: A mother’s love knows no bounds—even a decade after her son’s martyrdom, she continues to care for him as if he were still alive. In Jammu’s R.S. Pura, the mother of martyred BSF constable Gurnam Singh recently wrapped a warm blanket around his statue as winter temperatures dropped, a touching act that has moved locals and passersby. Bravery RememberedGurnam Singh, 26, was martyred in 2016 while bravely confronting terrorists attempting to infiltrate the Hazratnagar sector. On the night of 19-20 October, Singh successfully neutralized one terrorist and forced the rest to retreat, despite heavy gunfire and rocket-propelled grenades. For his valor, he was posthumously awarded the President’s Police Medal. A statue was later erected in R.S. Pura to honor his sacrifice. A Mother’s...