Author: Agencies
JAMMU: The White Knight Corps on Monday said that seven dreaded terrorists were eliminated in a prolonged 326-day high-altitude joint operation in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district. In a post on X, the Corps termed the mission “Gallant Perseverance,” stating that relentless and painstaking operations were carried out in the challenging terrain and harsh weather conditions of Kishtwar district. The Army said troops of the White Knight Corps, in coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), acted on a well-knit intelligence grid established by civil and military intelligence agencies. Security forces tracked…
JAMMU: A drone was found on the lawns of a private school in the Domana area of Jammu on Monday, officials said. According to officials, the device was first spotted by a security guard, who immediately informed the local police station. A police team rushed to the spot and seized the drone for examination. Preliminary investigation suggests that the device appears to be a toy drone. However, authorities have sent it to a forensic laboratory for detailed analysis to rule out any security concerns. Further investigation is underway.
JAMMU: Two balloons bearing markings linked to Pakistan were recovered from Village Gunara near Nili Nallah in the Akhnoor sector of Jammu district on Monday, prompting a police inquiry. Official sources said the balloons were found in an open area under the jurisdiction of Khour Police Station. The material reportedly carried a Pakistani mobile phone number and a printed image resembling a scanner code. Some Pakistani and United States currency notes were also recovered from the spot. Following the information, police teams rushed to the location and secured the items. The recovered material has been taken into custody for further…
JAMMU: Three members of Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Sunday, officials said. The terrorists were neutralised during the “Trashi-I” operation in the general area of Passerkut in the Chatroo belt. The bodies of the slain ultras were charred beyond recognition after the mud house they were hiding in caught fire during the gunfight. Preliminary assessments by security agencies suggest that one of the deceased was Saifullah, a notorious JeM commander who had reportedly infiltrated into Jammu and Kashmir nearly five years ago. He is believed to have…
MUMBAI: India’s next agricultural revolution will be driven by artificial intelligence, Union Minister of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh said today, positioning AI as the central pillar of farm policy, research and investment architecture at the AI4Agri 2026 Summit in Mumbai. Addressing the inaugural session of the “Global Conference on AI in Agriculture and Investor Summit 2026” here, the Minister said AI offers, for the first time, scalable solutions to structural challenges that have long constrained farm productivity – erratic weather, information asymmetry and fragmented markets. “ What AI offers is not a new diagnosis. It…
JAMMU: Brave K9 trooper Tyson of the Indian Army’s 2 Para Special Forces was injured during a counter-terror operation in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir. The elite German Shepherd was the first to charge towards a terrorist hideout (dhok) during the operation. Amid intense firing, Tyson sustained a bullet injury but continued advancing towards the target, displaying exceptional courage and unwavering loyalty. Following the incident, Tyson was immediately airlifted for urgent medical treatment. Officials said he is currently safe and stable after receiving prompt care. The operation in the Chatroo area is part of ongoing…
MEERUT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Congress party over its recent “shirtless” protest during the India AI Impact Summit, accusing it of turning an international platform into an arena for “dirty and naked politics.” Addressing a public gathering in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, the Prime Minister referred to the protest staged by members of the Indian National Congress and its youth wing at the AI Summit held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Highlighting the scale of the event, PM Modi said the summit witnessed participation from delegates of over 80 countries and heads…
JAMMU: Two terrorists affiliated with Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) were killed in an encounter with security forces in a remote area of Kishtwar district on Sunday, officials said. According to the Army, the terrorists were neutralised during the ‘Trashi-I’ operation in the general area of Passerkut in the Chatroo belt. Arms and ammunition, including two AK-47 rifles, were recovered from the site. In a statement, the Army’s White Knight Corps said that based on credible intelligence inputs collated from the J&K Police, Intelligence Bureau and its own sources, a deliberate joint operation was launched under Operation Trashi-I to track and eliminate…
NEW DELHI: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities operating across 12 states and Union Territories, warning students and parents not to seek admission in these institutions as their degrees are not valid for employment or higher education. In a public notice, the UGC clarified that these entities are neither recognised by the Central or State Governments nor authorised to award degrees under the UGC Act. The Commission urged aspirants to verify the status of institutions on its official website before enrolling in any programme. According to the list, Delhi has the highest number of such fake…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to prioritise domestic products during the upcoming festive season, reiterating his call for the “Vocal for Local” campaign as a step towards strengthening India’s self-reliance. Addressing the nation in the 131st episode of Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister extended greetings on the occasion of Ramadan and the forthcoming festival of Holi. He noted that the holy month of Ramadan is underway and wished people peace and blessings, adding that Holi — the festival of colours — is just days away, bringing with it joy, colours, and togetherness. Encouraging people…