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JAMMU: The iconic heritage and tourism landmark of Jammu, Amar Mahal, is set to host its annual Tawi Festival of Arts and Culture from March 13 to 15 at the historic Amar Mahal Palace, Jammu. Now in its fourth edition, the Tawi Festival and Mela is jointly organised by the Hari Tara Charitable Trust (HTCT) and the erstwhile Dogra Royal Family of Jammu & Kashmir, and has emerged as a major cultural celebration of the region. Dr. Jyotsna Singh, Director of the Amar Mahal Museum and the visionary behind the inception of the Tawi Festival, said the event will feature…
JAMMU: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Nagrota, Devyani Rana, on Saturday made a poised and impactful maiden address in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, announcing her arrival as a confident legislator while invoking the legacy of her late father and veteran leader Devender Singh Rana. Participating in the general discussion on the Budget 2026–27, presented by the Chief Minister on February 6, Devyani combined emotional remembrance with sharp statistical scrutiny, drawing appreciation from both treasury and opposition benches. As Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather announced her name, MLAs across party lines welcomed her with desk-thumping applause, with the Chair…
JAMMU: Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed ongoing counter-terrorism operations and the prevailing security situation during his visit to forward areas in Jammu and Kashmir, with deliberations also focusing on the infusion of advanced technologies to further enhance operational capability, the Army said on Sunday. The Army Chief attended a high-level security review meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and visited White Knight Corps Headquarters in Jammu on Friday, before touring the twin border districts of Poonch and Rajouri on Saturday. According to the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) of the Indian Army, the…
JAMMU: The Government of India has issued promotion orders for senior CRPF officer Ashok Samyal, with the rank formally conferred during a ceremonial pipping by the Director General, CRPF, in New Delhi. Hailing from Village Gho Brahamana in the Vijaypur area of Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir, Ashok Samyal is the son of Mani Ram Samyal. His journey from rural Jammu to senior leadership in the country’s largest Central Armed Police Force spans nearly 35 years of distinguished service. Samyal joined the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on February 4, 1991, and has served in some of the most challenging…
JAMMU: The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) on Friday conducted a major enforcement drive in the Pouni Chak area of Jammu city, during which the newly installed shutters of nine shops were demolished for violating building norms. According to officials, the shop owners had constructed commercial units and installed shutters without obtaining mandatory permission and approval from the Jammu Municipal Corporation, thereby flouting prescribed building regulations. The unauthorized construction was brought to the notice of JMC Commissioner Dr. Devansh Yadav, who took immediate cognizance of the matter. Acting on his directions, the Enforcement Wing of JMC carried out demolition proceedings and…
VIJAYAWADA: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singhtoday stated that Andhra Pradesh, along with other coastal states, will emerge as the torchbearer of India’s Blue Economy transformation. Referring to the Prime Minister’s repeated emphasis from the Red Fort on making the Blue Economy a national priority mission, the Minister said that the Union Budget 2026–27 gives concrete shape to this vision by placing fisheries, marine exports, coastal infrastructure, and ocean-based economic activity at the centre of India’s long-term growth strategy. Addressing media…
KATRA: District Police Reasi achieved a significant breakthrough in a motorcycle theft case reported at Police Station Katra, leading to the arrest of an accused and the recovery of two stolen motorcycles. According to police, a complaint was lodged at Police Station Katra by Vijay Kumar, son of Krishan Lal and a resident of Marta village in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, regarding the theft of his motorcycle by unknown persons. Acting swiftly, police registered FIR No. 16/2026 under Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and initiated an investigation. During the course of investigation, several suspects were questioned.…
JAMMU: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the security arrangements in Jammu and Kashmir along with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and other senior officials, stressing the need to further strengthen the security grid and enhance youth engagement. In a post on social media platform X, Shah said he discussed several innovative measures to reinforce a watertight security cordon across the Union Territory. He noted that de-radicalisation efforts have yielded major success, accelerating the government’s vision of a terror-free Jammu and Kashmir. “Reviewed the security for J&K with Lt. Governor and senior officials. Discussed innovative measures to further reinforce…
JAMMU: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday visited the headquarters of the White Knight Corps, also known as XVI Corps, to review the prevailing security situation and assess operational preparedness in the region. During the visit, Gen Dwivedi was briefed on the counter-terrorism grid and ongoing security operations. He appreciated the strong synergy and coordination among various security forces engaged in joint operations. In a special ceremony, the Army Chief pinned a commendation disc on Majalta Station House Officer (SHO) Sub-Inspector Abdul Satar Choudhary for his exceptional role in a recent operation in the Joffer forest…
JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday unveiled a Rs 1,13,767 crore budget for the Union Territory for the financial year 2026–27. Presenting the Budget in the UT Legislative Assembly, the Chief Minister, said that the total net budget estimates for the fiscal year 2026–27 stand at Rs 1,13,767 crore, excluding provisions for ways and means advances and overdraft. “The total net budget estimates for the fiscal 2026–27 are Rs 1,13,767 crore, excluding the provision for ways and means advances and overdraft,” the Chief Minister said while addressing the House. Out of the total allocation, Rs 80,640…