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Srinagar Municipal Officer Caught Red-Handed In Bribery Trap

Srinagar Municipal Officer Caught Red-Handed In Bribery Trap

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a ward officer of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to allow renovation work. The arrest followed a complaint and a successful trap operation.

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists In Srinagar

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists In Srinagar

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

On Thursday, September 10, Jammu and Kashmir Police along with the Central Reserve Police Force, conducted a cordon and search operation in the Batamaloo area of Srinagar.

Indigo plane hits pole at Srinagar airport, suffers damage

Indigo plane hits pole at Srinagar airport, suffers damage

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

An Indigo flight from Navi Mumbai to Srinagar sustained damage after hitting a Visual Docking Guidance System pole while being parked at Srinagar airport. All passengers and crew were safe, and an inquiry has been initiated to determine the cause.

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Janmashtami In Srinagar

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Janmashtami In Srinagar

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

On Friday, Kashmiri Pandits participated in a colourful procession as part of Janmashtami celebrations in Srinagar, with tight security arrangements deployed along the route.

Srinagar's Royal Springs Golf Course: World's Most Beautiful Golf Course

Srinagar's Royal Springs Golf Course: World's Most Beautiful Golf Course

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Amrit Mathur, Commissioner of PGTI's 72 The League, lauded the Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar as the world's most stunning and spectacular.

Illegal Entry: Bangladeshi National Apprehended In Jharkhand

Illegal Entry: Bangladeshi National Apprehended In Jharkhand

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 26-year-old Bangladeshi national, Mohammed Suman Miyan, was arrested at Sahibganj railway station in Jharkhand for illegally entering India. He was apprehended while travelling on the Brahmaputra Mail, and a Bangladeshi ID, mobile phones, and multiple currencies were recovered. Preliminary investigations suggest he entered India around July this year and travelled to Srinagar before heading to Guwahati. Authorities are investigating his travel route, identity, and purpose of travel.

J&K Crime Branch Charges Three Public Servants In Service Record Fraud

J&K Crime Branch Charges Three Public Servants In Service Record Fraud

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Jammu and Kashmir Crime Branch's Special Crime Wing has filed a chargesheet against three public servants, including a retired officer, for alleged fraud and corruption involving the manipulation of service records to obtain undue benefits. The case centres on a forged date-of-birth certificate and the facilitation of its incorporation into official records.

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

NC, BJP take out protests against each other in Srinagar

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

The National Conference and BJP held significant protests in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing each other of failing to deliver on promises. The NC demanded the restoration of statehood, while the BJP criticised the NC government's performance on issues like jobs and corruption, marking the first major political unrest since Article 370's abrogation.

Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep dismantle J&K to secure Irani Trophy for Rest of India

Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep dismantle J&K to secure Irani Trophy for Rest of India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Rest of India defeated reigning Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir by 167 runs to clinch the Irani Cup, with pacers Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep sharing nine wickets in a sensational bowling performance.

When Nana Patekar Joined The Army During Kargil

When Nana Patekar Joined The Army During Kargil

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

'There, the bodies of martyred soldiers were brought in. It was deeply distressing, as many of the bodies were in a bad state.'

Smaran's unbeaten 126 gives Rest of India commanding lead over J&K

Smaran's unbeaten 126 gives Rest of India commanding lead over J&K

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Ravichandran Smaran's unbeaten 126 propelled the Rest of India to a commanding 265-run lead against Jammu and Kashmir on Day 3 of their Irani Cup match in Srinagar, despite early setbacks for India batters Rishabh Pant and Sarfaraz Khan.

Ranji Trophy: Jammu and Kashmir seamer Rohit Sharma's five-wicket haul rocks Madhya Pradesh

Ranji Trophy: Jammu and Kashmir seamer Rohit Sharma's five-wicket haul rocks Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com5 days ago

Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir made an impressive start to their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A campaign, dismissing Madhya Pradesh for 196 on the opening day. Medium pacer Rohit Sharma led the attack with a five-wicket haul, while Sunil Kumar added four wickets. J&K were 3/1 at stumps, trailing by 193 runs.

Vande Bharat zooms at 100 kmph across world's highest Chenab Bridge

Vande Bharat zooms at 100 kmph across world's highest Chenab Bridge

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Vande Bharat Express has successfully achieved a speed of 100 kmph over the world's highest Chenab Railway Bridge and India's first cable-stayed Anji Bridge. This significant speed enhancement on the 111-km Katra-Banihal section of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link project will reduce travel time and improve rail connectivity to the Kashmir Valley.

150 illegally staying Bangladeshis in J-K to be deported

150 illegally staying Bangladeshis in J-K to be deported

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Jammu and Kashmir has begun the deportation process for Bangladeshi nationals allegedly staying illegally in the region, with 150 individuals already shifted to West Bengal. This action follows a survey identifying around 600 illegal immigrants and coincides with the Union Home Ministry's High-Level Committee on Demographic Change (HLCDC) investigating illegal immigration across India.

Kartik Yadav, Karan Sharma shine as Uttar Pradesh thrash Bihar in Ranji Trophy opener

Kartik Yadav, Karan Sharma shine as Uttar Pradesh thrash Bihar in Ranji Trophy opener

Rediff.com3 days ago

Uttar Pradesh defeated Bihar by an innings and 267 runs in their Group A Ranji Trophy match in Rajgir. Impressive bowling from Kartik Yadav and Karan Sharma led UP to a comprehensive victory on the third day, dismissing Bihar for 141 and 132 in their two innings.

Jolt to Shabir Shah as NIA court rejects bail pela in 1996 terror case

Jolt to Shabir Shah as NIA court rejects bail pela in 1996 terror case

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

A special NIA court in Jammu has rejected the bail application of separatist leader Shabir Ahmad Shah in a 1996 case involving violence during a funeral procession. The court cited concerns over national security, public order, and potential intimidation of protected witnesses, while the NIA highlighted Shah's alleged role in inciting violence.

Atiqa Mir's big break: Joins team that shaped F1 stars

Atiqa Mir's big break: Joins team that shaped F1 stars

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir, 11, has signed with Kart Republic (KR), a prestigious team led by Dino Chiesa, known for nurturing Formula 1 champions like Lewis Hamilton. This move provides Mir a significant platform to advance her career in the OKJ category, with Chiesa praising her raw speed and potential to achieve great things for India.

Mukesh Choudhary's five-wicket haul headlines Irani Cup Day 2

Mukesh Choudhary's five-wicket haul headlines Irani Cup Day 2

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Mukesh Choudhary's impressive 5/78 helped Rest of India restrict Jammu and Kashmir to 278 on day two of the Irani Cup. Despite a strong fightback from J&K's Paras Dogra, Abdul Samad, and Lone Nasir Muzaffar, RoI ended the day 17 runs in arrears in their second innings, having lost an early wicket. The match has been dominated by fast bowlers, with RoI looking to build a lead on day three.

Ranji Trophy: J&K Suffer Batting Collapse; Baroda, UP, Vidarbha in Command

Ranji Trophy: J&K Suffer Batting Collapse; Baroda, UP, Vidarbha in Command

Rediff.com4 days ago

Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir were bowled out for 120, allowing Madhya Pradesh to take a 135-run overall lead on day two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match. Meanwhile, Baroda, Uttar Pradesh, and Vidarbha also established strong positions in their respective matches.

Irani Cup: Jammu and Kashmir bowlers dominate Rest of India on Day 1

Irani Cup: Jammu and Kashmir bowlers dominate Rest of India on Day 1

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Rest of India were bowled out for 237 by a spirited Jammu and Kashmir attack on Day 1 of the Irani Cup. Skipper Rishabh Pant and Sarfaraz Khan failed to convert starts, while Shikhar Mohan and Ravichandran Smaran scored half-centuries. J&K ended the day at 21 for 2, losing two early wickets.

How J&K ACB Busted Bribery Racket In Agriculture Dept

How J&K ACB Busted Bribery Racket In Agriculture Dept

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The Anti-corruption Bureau in Jammu and Kashmir has arrested a senior government officer and a middleman for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000. The officer, Naseer Ahmad Khan, from the Agriculture Department, was accused of demanding Rs 2 lakh from a seed dealer, with Rs 1 lakh already paid. The arrests were made during a trap laid by the ACB.

Protests In J&K Assembly Over Statehood

Protests In J&K Assembly Over Statehood

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir assembly has passed a resolution demanding the immediate restoration of full statehood, a move that saw protests and a walkout by BJP legislators. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah questioned the Centre's repeated assurances of restoration at an 'appropriate time'.

Birthday Boy Pant Gets The Perfect Gift As Rest Of India Win Irani Cup

Birthday Boy Pant Gets The Perfect Gift As Rest Of India Win Irani Cup

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Rest of India defeated Jammu and Kashmir by 167 runs to win the Irani Cup, providing a perfect birthday gift for Captain Rishabh Pant. Despite Pant being sidelined with fever, the team's pacers, led by Mukesh Kumar, secured a sensational victory by adjusting their bowling strategy in the second innings. Young batter Ravichandran Smaran also played a crucial role with a superb century.

Which Indian City Had More Than 1 Lakh People In The 1700s?

Which Indian City Had More Than 1 Lakh People In The 1700s?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

An urban map of the largest cities in the world, by population, in the early 1700s looked almost empty by today's standards.

Snubbed Rishabh Pant to lead Rest of India in Irani Cup

Snubbed Rishabh Pant to lead Rest of India in Irani Cup

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Rishabh Pant, recently excluded from India's white-ball squad, has been appointed captain of the Rest of India team for the upcoming Irani Cup match against Ranji Trophy champions Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K Pacer Auqib Nabi Makes India ODI Debut Against West Indies

J&K Pacer Auqib Nabi Makes India ODI Debut Against West Indies

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi made his international debut for India in the second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati, becoming the third player from J&K to play for India in ODIs.

How Long Can The Modi Government Stay Deaf?

How Long Can The Modi Government Stay Deaf?

Rediff.com1 days ago

When it pretends to be deaf, a situation can snowball into something it cannot contain. The government cannot dismiss public anger merely because protests are inconvenient or politically embarrassing, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Don't view mosque demolitions for development communally: BJP's Basit Ali

Don't view mosque demolitions for development communally: BJP's Basit Ali

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Kunwar Basit Ali, national president of BJP Minority Morcha, stated that the demolition of religious structures for development should not be viewed communally, citing examples from Uttar Pradesh and Muslim nations. He accused the Congress of misleading Muslims and instigating unrest. Ali also expressed confidence in the BJP forming the next government in Jammu and Kashmir and addressed concerns regarding the delay in statehood restoration, asserting that the central government would make the best decisions for Kashmir.

Shammi Kapoor Comes Alive On Kashmir's Dal Lake

Shammi Kapoor Comes Alive On Kashmir's Dal Lake

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Srinagar's picturesque Dal Lake recently transformed into a unique open-air floating cinema for the International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir 2026, captivating audiences with Bollywood classics against a stunning natural backdrop.

NIA charges Shabir Ahmad Shah among 6 separatists in Srinagar violence case

NIA charges Shabir Ahmad Shah among 6 separatists in Srinagar violence case

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday filed a charge sheet against six Kashmiri separatist leaders, including Shabir Ahmad Shah, for allegedly instigating large-scale mob violence against police personnel during the funeral procession of a slain terrorist in Srinagar nearly three decades ago.

'We Get 4 Threats From Terrorists Every Month'

'We Get 4 Threats From Terrorists Every Month'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

'...in which our names are written with our phone numbers.'

Asian Games: Roshibina Devi Overcomes Controversy To Win Silver In Wushu

Asian Games: Roshibina Devi Overcomes Controversy To Win Silver In Wushu

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

Naorem Roshibina Devi secured a silver medal in the women's 60kg wushu at the Asian Games, marking her third consecutive medal at the event.

J-K assembly passes statehood resolution as BJP protests

J-K assembly passes statehood resolution as BJP protests

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution demanding the urgent restoration of full statehood, a move that saw the opposition BJP stage a walkout. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved the resolution, which also referenced previous calls for greater autonomy and special status. The BJP vehemently opposed the resolution, calling it an insult to the Constitution.

BJP MLAs hold mock proceedings, tear papers in J-K Assembly over statehood

BJP MLAs hold mock proceedings, tear papers in J-K Assembly over statehood

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed chaotic scenes as BJP members protested a resolution seeking the urgent restoration of statehood. The BJP opposed the resolution, calling it an insult to the Constitution, and moved a motion for the Speaker's removal, leading to disruptions and mock proceedings in the House.

How Srinagar Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks

How Srinagar Police Are Dismantling Drug Networks

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Srinagar Police have attached movable and immovable properties worth over Rs 4 crore belonging to alleged drug traffickers under the NDPS Act, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan', aiming to dismantle narcotics networks.

Former RAW chief AS Dulat debuts fiction with Kashmir espionage thriller

Former RAW chief AS Dulat debuts fiction with Kashmir espionage thriller

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Former RAW chief AS Dulat has released his debut novel, "Our Kind of Games," a fictional exploration of the Kashmir insurgency and the complexities of intelligence work. The book, which features a foreword by Farooq Abdullah, delves into the moral dilemmas faced by an intelligence officer in Srinagar during the early 1990s.

J-K government removes 4700 books from colleges for objectionable content

J-K government removes 4700 books from colleges for objectionable content

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir government has removed over 4,700 books, including banned publications, from colleges across the Union Territory after a comprehensive review of nearly 2.2 million publications. This action follows a controversy over objectionable content and aims to uphold constitutional values and national integrity in higher education institutions.

SEE: US Ambassador Sergio Gor visits Lalbaugcha Raja

SEE: US Ambassador Sergio Gor visits Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Political leaders and dignitaries, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, joined devotees across the country in celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with traditional fervour, offering prayers and seeking blessings.

Surgical Strikes@10: When Indian Soldiers Inflicted Death On The Enemy

Surgical Strikes@10: When Indian Soldiers Inflicted Death On The Enemy

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

'This is what we train for: That one chance to deliver a blow so lethal that the enemy will constantly think about it when planning any misadventure.'

Kumkum, Neeru, Pranavi: Meet India's Record-Breakers At Asian Games 2026

Kumkum, Neeru, Pranavi: Meet India's Record-Breakers At Asian Games 2026

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Archery emerged as one of India's biggest success stories at the 2026 Asian Games, bringing in as many as five gold medals led by 17-year-old sensation Kumkum Mohod leading the way.