News for 'Jammu and Kashmir'

J&K Police Seize Drone-Dropped Heroin Near Border

J&K Police Seize Drone-Dropped Heroin Near Border

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police seized approximately 2 kg of heroin suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the International Border in the Jammu district. The recovery followed a week-long surveillance operation based on intelligence inputs about cross-border narcotics smuggling.

Five Arrested In Kishtwar Sacrilege Case

Five Arrested In Kishtwar Sacrilege Case

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district have solved a sacrilege case and arrested five individuals allegedly involved in the crime. An investigation was launched after police received information about the incident on May 8.

Earthquake of 4.6-magnitude jolts Kashmir

Earthquake of 4.6-magnitude jolts Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

There were no reports of any damage due to the earthquake so far, the officials said.

CJP calls for nationwide protest on Friday, rejects govt talks offer again

CJP calls for nationwide protest on Friday, rejects govt talks offer again

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has reiterated its demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement on fast-track courts for paper leak cases does not address accountability.

J-K Police Demolish Shop Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Baramulla

J-K Police Demolish Shop Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Baramulla

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Police in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir demolished a shop linked to an alleged drug peddler and attached other structures belonging to him.

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir; Srinagar highway closed, flights hit

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir; Srinagar highway closed, flights hit

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir, including Srinagar, leads to flight cancellations and highway closures, disrupting normal life.

Landmark feat: 'Breakthrough' in Zojila tunnel achieved

Landmark feat: 'Breakthrough' in Zojila tunnel achieved

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The Zojila tunnel, a crucial infrastructure project connecting the Kashmir Valley to Ladakh, achieved a significant breakthrough, connecting its two ends and moving closer to providing all-weather connectivity, reducing travel time from 1.5 hours to just 15 minutes.

Auqib Nabi Dar Joins India Nets Before Afghanistan Test

Auqib Nabi Dar Joins India Nets Before Afghanistan Test

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi Dar, whose non-selection in the Indian Test squad caused controversy, has been summoned to bowl in the nets ahead of the Test against Afghanistan, along with six others.

Lashkar operative's property seized in J-K narco-terror probe

Lashkar operative's property seized in J-K narco-terror probe

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency (SIA) has attached a property belonging to a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative in a narco-terror case in Kupwara district.

GenZ Protests: 'First Thing Police Should Have Done Was Negotiate'

GenZ Protests: 'First Thing Police Should Have Done Was Negotiate'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

'But they had nothing to negotiate as the government did not negotiate. It is completely the fault of the government as they dumped it on the police.'

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.

J-K Police Display Lists Of Alleged Drug Peddlers

J-K Police Display Lists Of Alleged Drug Peddlers

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district have displayed lists and photographs of alleged drug peddlers at police stations and posts to enhance public awareness and deter involvement in narcotics.

Centre appoints special prosecutor for Pahalgam attack trial

Centre appoints special prosecutor for Pahalgam attack trial

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Centre has appointed lawyer Karambir Singh Nalwa as Special Public Prosecutor to lead the trial in the Pahalgam terror attack case, which resulted in the deaths of 25 tourists and a local pony operator on April 22 last year.

Will Manav Suthar Weave His Magic In Sri Lanka?

Will Manav Suthar Weave His Magic In Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

India A is expected to make several changes to its playing eleven for the second 'Test' against Sri Lanka A, aiming to provide exposure to all squad members.

J&K Governor Accuses Pakistan Of Pushing Drugs

J&K Governor Accuses Pakistan Of Pushing Drugs

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has accused Pakistan of targeting the region's youth by flooding the streets with drugs, vowing to combat the menace and protect the younger generation.

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.

Sports Star Bilquis Mir Pursues Contempt Case Against J-K Sports Department

Sports Star Bilquis Mir Pursues Contempt Case Against J-K Sports Department

Rediff.com30 May 2026

International water sports star Bilquis Mir has filed a contempt case against the Jammu and Kashmir sports department for withholding her salary for over two-and-a-half years, despite a tribunal order to release it.

J&K Police Deploy Canine Unit To Curb Drug Trade In Shopian

J&K Police Deploy Canine Unit To Curb Drug Trade In Shopian

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district have deployed a canine unit to bolster efforts against drug trafficking and trade under the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan'.

Monsoon fury: Several dead across country, red alert in Palghar

Monsoon fury: Several dead across country, red alert in Palghar

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Monsoon rains have unleashed widespread destruction across India, claiming seven lives in Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka due to landslides and floods, while heavy downpours have disrupted normal life and triggered red alerts in Maharashtra and other regions.

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 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.

'Not a big thing...' Dogra downplays headbutt row in Ranji Trophy final

'Not a big thing...' Dogra downplays headbutt row in Ranji Trophy final

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir skipper Paras Dogra downplayed an on-field incident where he headbutted Karnataka player KV Aneesh during the Ranji Trophy final, stating it was a heat-of-the-moment occurrence that has been resolved.

'Saransh Can Be Top Off-Spinner': Harbhajan

'Saransh Can Be Top Off-Spinner': Harbhajan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

'Saransh is a very keen observer, he wants to keep learning.' 'He has the skills to be a top off-spinner, the way he releases the ball that is very good.' 'He is also mentally tough because he has played so much of domestic cricket.'

Three Arrested With Heroin In J&K's Samba District

Three Arrested With Heroin In J&K's Samba District

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district have arrested three alleged drug peddlers and recovered heroin-like substance from their possession.

Separatists reject Jammu-Kashmir CM Mehbooba's invitation for talks

Separatists reject Jammu-Kashmir CM Mehbooba's invitation for talks

Rediff.com4 Sep 2016

Separatist leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq (both of separate Hurriyat Conference factions) and Yasin Malik of Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front issued a joint statement here, rubbishing her and her offer.

Nepal Airlines apologises for showing J-K as part of Pakistan

Nepal Airlines apologises for showing J-K as part of Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Nepal Airlines has apologised for a map shared on social media that incorrectly depicted Jammu and Kashmir as part of Pakistan, leading to a swift backlash and the removal of the post.

'Battles Of Tololing And Tiger Hill Were Among The Toughest Battles Ever Fought'

'Battles Of Tololing And Tiger Hill Were Among The Toughest Battles Ever Fought'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

'I was fortunate enough to be associated with two of the most important battles fought by the Indian Army, the Battle of Tololing and Battle of Tiger Hill.' 'Sometimes, I think how I survived those battles on Tololing and on Tiger Hill.'

Shah vows ruthless crackdown on infiltration, demographic changes

Shah vows ruthless crackdown on infiltration, demographic changes

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Centre is committed to curbing unnatural demographic growth caused by abnormal factors, such as infiltration, with a ruthless approach and a quadrangular security grid has been created for the purpose, transforming India's approach from reactive to proactive.

Rise beyond...: India thrashes Pak at UN over Kashmir

Rise beyond...: India thrashes Pak at UN over Kashmir

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

India strongly criticized Pakistan at the United Nations for misusing UN platforms to promote a divisive agenda by repeatedly raising the issue of Jammu and Kashmir.

JPC defers bill to remove PM, CMs in the midst of voting

JPC defers bill to remove PM, CMs in the midst of voting

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

A Joint Committee of Parliament has deferred the adoption of a draft report on a bill proposing the suspension, not permanent removal, of the prime minister, Union ministers, and chief ministers if detained for 30 days on serious criminal charges, opting for more consultations.

Speeding Driver Arrested After Injuring Three Students In J&K

Speeding Driver Arrested After Injuring Three Students In J&K

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Police in Jammu and Kashmir arrested a driver who allegedly ran over and injured three girl students in the Kulgam district before fleeing the scene.

Seven Face Charges in Kashmir Over Sarva Siksha Abhiyan Funds Misuse

Seven Face Charges in Kashmir Over Sarva Siksha Abhiyan Funds Misuse

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet against seven individuals accused of misappropriating funds from the Sarva Siksha Abhiyan scheme, intended for school construction in the Kupwara district.

Jammu, parts of south Kashmir go dark after blasts, sirens sounded

Jammu, parts of south Kashmir go dark after blasts, sirens sounded

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Drones were sighted and explosions were heard in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, a day after India thwarted attempts by the Pakistan military to attack Indian military installations using drones and missiles. The drones were also engaged in Udhampur and Nagrota of Jammu and Punjab. Heavy cross-border shelling started along the International Border in Suchetgarh and Ramgarh sectors of Jammu and Samba districts. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah appealed to residents to stay indoors and ignore rumors.

11 Face Charges In HDFC Bank Fraud Case In Shopian

11 Face Charges In HDFC Bank Fraud Case In Shopian

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch has filed a chargesheet against 11 people in a financial fraud case linked to an HDFC Bank branch in Shopian district.

Five Arrested In Udhampur Drug Bust

Five Arrested In Udhampur Drug Bust

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Five alleged drug peddlers were arrested with heroin in separate cases in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, officials said on Wednesday.

J&K Police Crackdown: Drug Peddlers' Assets Seized

J&K Police Crackdown: Drug Peddlers' Assets Seized

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached properties worth over Rs 55 lakh belonging to two alleged drug peddlers from Baramulla and Anantnag districts as part of an intensified crackdown on narcotics.

J&K High Court Orders Release Of AAP Leader Mehraj Malik

J&K High Court Orders Release Of AAP Leader Mehraj Malik

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Aam Aadmi Party legislator Mehraj Malik was released from Kathua jail after the Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashed his detention under the Public Safety Act.

J&K High Court Orders Release Of AAP Leader Mehraj Malik

J&K High Court Orders Release Of AAP Leader Mehraj Malik

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Aam Aadmi Party legislator Mehraj Malik was released from Kathua jail after the Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashed his detention under the Public Safety Act.

Interstate Robbery Gang Busted After Delhi Carjacking

Interstate Robbery Gang Busted After Delhi Carjacking

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Delhi Police have arrested three alleged interstate robbers, including an associate of the Nitu Dabodiya gang, from Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua area, following a 10-day chase related to two armed robberies in Delhi last month.

White collar terror module: Kashmir starts profiling mosques, madrasas

White collar terror module: Kashmir starts profiling mosques, madrasas

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Authorities in Kashmir have initiated a profiling process of mosques, madrassas, and individuals associated with their management following the exposure of a 'white collar' terror module. The enumeration drive focuses on the finances of these institutions and the backgrounds of their personnel.