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Farooq Abdullah Sings Lata Mangeshkar Classic At Golf Tournament

Farooq Abdullah Sings Lata Mangeshkar Classic At Golf Tournament

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah surprised attendees at the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) tournament in Srinagar by spontaneously singing the iconic Lata Mangeshkar song "Lag ja gale". His impromptu performance drew significant applause. Later, Abdullah addressed the audience, commending golfers and urging youth to work hard and avoid alcohol to achieve sporting excellence. He also mentioned government support for improving the Royal Springs Golf Course.

Ranji Trophy: 'It took 67 years': Manhas on J&K glory

Ranji Trophy: 'It took 67 years': Manhas on J&K glory

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

BCCI president Mithun Manhas announced plans to construct new cricket stadiums in Jammu and Kashmir to further develop cricket in the region after their maiden Ranji Trophy title win.

Jay Shah Hails J&K's Ranji Trophy Success as Result of Investment

Jay Shah Hails J&K's Ranji Trophy Success as Result of Investment

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

ICC chairman Jay Shah praised Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy victory, attributing it to sustained investment in cricket infrastructure in the region.

'Our finest hour': J&K celebrates Ranji Trophy triumph

'Our finest hour': J&K celebrates Ranji Trophy triumph

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Political parties and residents in Jammu and Kashmir celebrate the Union territory's Ranji team's first-ever title win, praising the team's resilience and unity.

Mehbooba holds national flag upside down during sit-in; legal action likely

Mehbooba holds national flag upside down during sit-in; legal action likely

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti is facing potential legal action after she was seen holding the national flag upside down during a protest in Srinagar. The protest was against the abrogation of Article 370 and Article 35A. Officials are considering action for violating the Flag Code of India.

J-K Lieutenant Governor Calls On Athletes To Promote 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan'

J-K Lieutenant Governor Calls On Athletes To Promote 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan'

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha urged athletes and sportspersons to promote the 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan' and inspire youth to reject drugs and embrace sports during the All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at the University of Kashmir.

J&K: Security Forces Ramp Up Anti-Terror Operations

J&K: Security Forces Ramp Up Anti-Terror Operations

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Security forces continue 'Operation Sheruwali' for the seventh day in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, to hunt down Pakistani terrorists, while another anti-terrorist search operation was launched in neighbouring Poonch district.

J-K Police Crackdown: Drug Dealers' Assets Seized

J-K Police Crackdown: Drug Dealers' Assets Seized

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have seized immovable properties worth approximately Rs 7.35 crore belonging to two detained drug peddlers in Kathua district, as part of an intensified campaign against drug trafficking networks.

J&K Chief Minister Visits Family Of Murdered Girl

J&K Chief Minister Visits Family Of Murdered Girl

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the family of a 12-year-old girl murdered in Budgam, offering condolences after police arrested a neighbour for the crime.

From Bishan Singh Bedi To Mithun Manhas: The Delhi Connection In J&K's Rise!

From Bishan Singh Bedi To Mithun Manhas: The Delhi Connection In J&K's Rise!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy win showcases a remarkable transformation in Indian cricket, fueled by Delhi's cricketing influence and strategic leadership.

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached a double-storey residential house worth Rs 1.20 crore belonging to a drug peddler, Manzoor Mir, under the NDPS Act. The property was identified as illegally acquired through drug trafficking.

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

J&K Police Seize Rs 1.2 Crore Property From Drug Peddler

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached a double-storey residential house worth Rs 1.20 crore belonging to a drug peddler, Manzoor Mir, under the NDPS Act. The property was identified as illegally acquired through drug trafficking.

IPL 2026: J&K pacer Auqib Nabi hopes for dream chance

IPL 2026: J&K pacer Auqib Nabi hopes for dream chance

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's Auqib Nabi reveals Dale Steyn's influence on his fast bowling career and his aspirations to play for India, while Irfan Pathan highlights Nabi's unique bowling skills.

J&K Police Detain Woman Drug Peddler Under PIT-NDPS Act

J&K Police Detain Woman Drug Peddler Under PIT-NDPS Act

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district have detained a notorious woman drug peddler, Sheema Bibi, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act. She was involved in multiple drug peddling cases and has been lodged in District Jail Bhaderwah as part of efforts to curb the drug menace.

Injured Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out Of Sri Lanka Tests; Auqib Nabi Set To Be Named Replacement

Injured Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out Of Sri Lanka Tests; Auqib Nabi Set To Be Named Replacement

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

Premier Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah will miss the upcoming two-Test tour of Sri Lanka due to a persistent knee injury.

J-K Anti-Corruption Bureau probes alleged ration fraud in Reasi district

J-K Anti-Corruption Bureau probes alleged ration fraud in Reasi district

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a case against a former tehsil supply officer and others for alleged misappropriation of government ration and funds in the Reasi district.

Shami leads Bengal's fightback vs J&K in Ranji Trophy

Shami leads Bengal's fightback vs J&K in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Shami grabs three but J&K need 131 more to take first innings lead

Ranji Trophy: 'We are like Sholay': J&K coach claims

Ranji Trophy: 'We are like Sholay': J&K coach claims

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir's head coach Ajay Sharma attributes their historic Ranji Trophy final entry to teamwork and a 'Sholay'-like spirit, highlighting the team's self-belief and the emergence of fast-bowling talent like Auqib Nabi.

Two J-K Government Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Two J-K Government Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Two government officials in Jammu and Kashmir have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of 1,00,000.

History made! J&K lift fiirst-ever BCCI title

History made! J&K lift fiirst-ever BCCI title

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Under-16 team clinched the Vijay Merchant Trophy Plate Group title

J-K Police Crack Murder Case In Four Days

J-K Police Crack Murder Case In Four Days

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police solved a murder case within four days by arresting the accused, Sardar Singh, from Himachal Pradesh. The victim, Roop Singh, was found shot dead in Kathua district. The accused, who owed the victim money, allegedly used his father's gun to commit the crime.

Omar's 'If Only!' spoof on Trump support for statehood sparks row

Omar's 'If Only!' spoof on Trump support for statehood sparks row

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah shared a fabricated social media post attributed to former US President Donald Trump, captioned 'If only!', to highlight his demand for the restoration of J&K's statehood, drawing significant criticism online.

Tripura top cop found dead in office, probe ordered

Tripura top cop found dead in office, probe ordered

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Tripura's Director General of Police, Anurag Dhankar, was found dead in his office. While the cause of death is yet to be determined pending a post-mortem, opposition leaders have called for a judicial inquiry amidst reports suggesting suicide. A magisterial probe has been ordered into the incident.

21 dead, 29 injured as bus rolls into gorge in J-K's Udhampur

21 dead, 29 injured as bus rolls into gorge in J-K's Udhampur

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A passenger bus accident in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the death of fifteen people and injuries to twenty others. The accident occurred near Kagort village in the Ram Nagar area.

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district demolished 33 illegal structures used for drug-related activities, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan'.

BJP slaps Rs 100 cr defamation notice on Omar Abdullah

BJP slaps Rs 100 cr defamation notice on Omar Abdullah

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the BJP has served a legal notice to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, demanding a retraction and public apology for his allegations that the BJP attempted to bribe National Conference legislators to destabilise his government. The BJP has called the claims "false, baseless and defamatory" and warned of civil and criminal proceedings, including a Rs 100 crore defamation suit, if their demands are not met within seven days.

J&K Police Seize Drug Peddler's Assets In Udhampur

J&K Police Seize Drug Peddler's Assets In Udhampur

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached immovable property worth Rs 71 lakh belonging to an alleged drug peddler in Udhampur as part of their drug-free campaign.

ISI asks J-K OGWs to infiltrate national parties to evade crackdown

ISI asks J-K OGWs to infiltrate national parties to evade crackdown

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Pakistan's ISI is reportedly pushing its network of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Jammu and Kashmir to infiltrate mainstream national political parties to evade security crackdowns and investigations. The ISI is also attempting to revive dormant, locally-founded terror outfits to give an 'indigenous colour' to terrorist violence and mask Pakistan's direct involvement.

Former J&K Officer Sentenced in Decade-Old Corruption Case

Former J&K Officer Sentenced in Decade-Old Corruption Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A former government officer in Srinagar has been sentenced to a year's imprisonment in a 16-year-old corruption case involving bribery.

J-K Police To Decimate Pakistan Gangster's Drug Network

J-K Police To Decimate Pakistan Gangster's Drug Network

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat issued a stern warning to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti for 'pumping narcotics' into India, vowing to dismantle his network.

J-K Authorities Demolish Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Udhampur

J-K Authorities Demolish Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Udhampur

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district demolished an alleged illegal commercial property belonging to an alleged drug peddler as part of an ongoing crackdown against narcotics trafficking.

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Cr Linked To Drug Trafficking

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Cr Linked To Drug Trafficking

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 2 crore, allegedly acquired through proceeds from illicit narcotics trafficking, as part of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan.

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Crore In Anti-Drug Drive

J-K Police Attach Properties Worth Rs 2 Crore In Anti-Drug Drive

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police have attached properties worth approximately Rs 2 crore, allegedly acquired through proceeds from illicit narcotics trafficking, as part of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan.

J&K Police Target LeT Terror Module in Valley Raids

J&K Police Target LeT Terror Module in Valley Raids

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Counter Intelligence Wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at multiple locations in the valley as part of its investigations into a transnational terror module operated by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) from Pakistan and Bangladesh.

The World No. 1 Who Lost A Leg In Combat

The World No. 1 Who Lost A Leg In Combat

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Subedar Hokato Sema lost his leg in a mine blast on the Line of Control. Today he is a champion para shot-putter and among the most decorated para soldier-athletes.

J&K star Auqib Nabi not fazed by Ranji Trophy final

J&K star Auqib Nabi not fazed by Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi, Jammu and Kashmir's key bowler, is focused on performing well in the Ranji Trophy final against Karnataka, aiming to leverage his adaptive skills and contribute to his team's success.

J&K Police Seize Land Belonging to Pakistan-Based Terrorist

J&K Police Seize Land Belonging to Pakistan-Based Terrorist

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police have attached immovable property belonging to a Pakistan-based terror handler in the Manjakote area of Rajouri district.

J-K Police Conduct Raids In Baramulla In JeI Case

J-K Police Conduct Raids In Baramulla In JeI Case

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Police conducted raids at multiple locations in Baramulla district in connection with a UAPA case against the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI). Search operations were carried out at more than 15 locations and incriminating material was seized.

Cop on Amarnath security duty killed in Anantnag terrorist attack

Cop on Amarnath security duty killed in Anantnag terrorist attack

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

A head constable on Amarnath Yatra security duty was killed in a terror attack in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir. The Resistance Front (TRF) has claimed responsibility for the attack, prompting security forces to launch a search operation.

Six Arrested, Narcotics Recovered In J&K Crackdown

Six Arrested, Narcotics Recovered In J&K Crackdown

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police arrested six people and recovered contraband substances and over Rs 23 lakh in Doda and Kathua districts. Properties worth over Rs 73 lakh linked to drug peddlers were also attached in Udhampur district.