Author: Agencies
JAMMU: A video recorded inside the sacred premises of Mata Vaishno Devi cave has gone viral on social media, triggering serious concerns over security arrangements at one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites. The footage, allegedly recorded by a social media content creator, shows visuals from inside the cave where photography and videography are strictly prohibited. The clip quickly spread across social media platforms, drawing criticism and raising questions about how recording equipment was taken into the restricted area. Taking strong note of the incident, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board issued an official statement confirming legal action. The…
JAMMU: In a move aimed at streamlining vending activities and enhancing the visitor experience around the historic Bahu Fort and Bagh-e-Bahu area, Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL) on Thursday allotted 11 modern carts, 10 shops and five pre-fabricated kiosks to vendors. The units were allotted by MLA Vikram Randhawa in the presence of Chief Executive Officer, Jammu Smart City, Dr. Devansh Yadav. Additional CEO JSCL Subha Mehta, Senior General Manager (Civil) Rajesh Abrol, GM Civil Saleem Ul Sabah, AEE Civil Vivek Chopra, and other senior officials from JSCL and the Jammu Municipal Corporation were also present during the programme. The…
SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday issued a fresh weather advisory stating that no major rain or snowfall is forecast over Jammu and Kashmir till February 24. An official from the Meteorological Department said that the weather on February 13 is likely to remain generally cloudy, with a possibility of light snowfall at isolated higher reaches. From February 14 to 16, the weather is expected to remain generally dry till the evening of February 16, though there is a possibility of light snowfall at isolated higher reaches towards February 16 evening. On February 17, weather conditions are likely to…
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today chaired the 50th meeting of the Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB), during which several key decisions were taken to enhance pilgrim facilities and the overall spiritual experience for the Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. The Board approved the setting up of a Laser and Sound Show dedicated to Baba Barfani, to be hosted in both Srinagar and Jammu. The initiative will serve as a cultural and spiritual attraction, showcasing the rich spiritual heritage of the Union Territory. It was announced that the Pratham Pooja for the Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 will be performed on June…
JAMMU: The CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM) on Tuesday hosted a two-day Industry–Academia Meet (IAM-2026) in Jammu, bringing together scientists, industry leaders and regulators to accelerate phytopharmaceutical research and strengthen lab-to-market linkages. Aligned with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision, the meet focuses on building partnerships to convert traditional knowledge and natural product research into evidence-based, commercially viable drugs. The inaugural session saw participation from senior researchers, pharmaceutical industry representatives and policymakers. The programme also included the release of the Institute Compendium and the signing of MoUs with industry partners. Padma Shri Prof. V.K. Singh, Institute Chair Professor at IIT Kanpur…
KATRA: In pursuance of the decisions taken during the 76th meeting of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, and in compliance with the directives of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Shrine Board convened a detailed consultative meeting with representatives of Yatra service providers, including ponywallas, pithus and palkiwallas, associated with the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi track. The meeting was chaired by Sachin Kumar Vaishya, Chief Executive Officer, SMVDSB, and was attended by senior officers of the Board along with a delegation led by Bhupinder Singh and representatives of various…
NEW DELHI: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today asserted in the Rajya Sabha that India’s nuclear energy programme is in a decisive expansion phase, backed by policy reforms, private sector participation and clearly defined capacity targets extending up to 2047. The Minister said India’s installed nuclear capacity, which stood at 4,780 MW in 2014, has risen to 8,780 MW and is projected to reach 22,380 MW by 2031–32, 47 GW by 2037, 67 GW by 2042 and 100 GW by…
JAMMU: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu today launched a series of sports activities with the inauguration of multiple games, including a ceremonial tug of war, badminton and cricket, marking the beginning of an extensive sports engagement programme at the institute. The sports activities were inaugurated by the Hon’ble Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu, Prof. (Dr.) D. N. Sharma, in the august presence of faculty members, officers and staff. The initiative aims to promote physical fitness, teamwork and a spirit of healthy competition among the AIIMS Jammu fraternity. A wide range of sports and recreational events are…
JAMMU: In the evolving story of Jammu and Kashmir cricket, one name stands tall above the rest—Shubham Khajuria. With sheer consistency, resilience, and class, Khajuria has etched his name in history as the most successful batter Jammu & Kashmir has ever produced, redefining excellence in the region’s cricketing landscape. Khajuria recently achieved a historic milestone by becoming the highest run-scorer for Jammu & Kashmir across all formats, amassing an astounding 8,770 runs. This remarkable tally includes 16 centuries and 48 half-centuries, numbers that reflect not just longevity but sustained dominance at the domestic level. What makes Khajuria’s achievement even more…
JAMMU: In a powerful testament to accessible and compassionate healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, a 9-year-old girl from a remote village in Kathua district has returned home with a healthy heart after undergoing a complex open-heart surgery at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (SMVD) Narayana Superspeciality Hospital. The intricate procedure was successfully performed on February 4, 2026, by a cardiac surgery team led by Dr. Vinod Bhan, Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, and Dr. Romil Dutt Sharma, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon. Explaining the innovative surgical approach, the doctors said the child was suffering from a severely narrowed pulmonary valve along with a large…