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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid heartfelt tributes to India’s police personnel on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day, lauding their courage, dedication, and sacrifices in maintaining the nation’s safety and security. In a post shared on X, PM Modi said, “On Police Commemoration Day, we salute the courage of our police personnel and recall the supreme sacrifice by them in the line of duty. Their steadfast dedication keeps our nation and people safe. Their bravery and commitment in times of crisis and in moments of need are appreciable.”
US President Donald Trump on Monday extended his wishes on Diwali, the festival of lights, and said it is a time to bring families and friends together to celebrate. Today, I send my best wishes to every American celebrating Diwali the Festival of Lights’, Trump said in a statement. For many Americans, Diwali is a timeless reminder of light’s victory over darkness. It is also a time to bring families and friends together to celebrate community, draw strength from hope, and embrace a lasting spirit of renewal, the US president said. As millions of citizens light diyas and lanterns, we…
LEH: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, celebrated Diwali with the Indian Army personnel stationed in the Union Territory, expressing deep gratitude for their unwavering dedication and sacrifices in guarding the nation’s borders. The celebration, organised by the Fire & Fury Corps at Rinchen Auditorium, was attended by Lieutenant General Hitesh Bhalla, General Officer Commanding (GOC), 14 Corps; Major General Praveen Chhabra, GOC, 72 Sub Area; Brigadier Umesh Parab; and Brigadier Ajay Katoch, along with other officers and jawans. Extending Diwali greetings on behalf of the people of Ladakh, the Lt Governor saluted the bravery, courage and devotion of…
SRINAGAR: Parvez Rasool, the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India, has announced his retirement from all formats of the game, drawing curtains on a remarkable 17-year-long career marked by consistency, resilience, and historic milestones. The 36-year-old all-rounder from Bijbehara in South Kashmir, who inspired a generation of young cricketers from the Valley, formally informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of his decision. Rasool represented India in one One-Day International (ODI) and one T20 International and featured in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Pune Warriors India and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Reflecting on his…
KATRA: During routine patrolling on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (SMVD) track under the jurisdiction of Police Post Banganga, police stopped a pony operator near Bathing Ghat No. 02, Ban Ganga for routine verification. The individual identified himself as Billu S/O Manda Ram, R/O Panjar, Tehsil Panchari, District Udhampur. On being asked to produce a valid license or authorization, he failed to provide any such document. During further questioning, he admitted to operating illegally without an authorized or registered pony service card, assuming he would not be checked. By functioning as a pony operator without proper authorization on the SMVD…
JAMMU: Spreading love and light on the occasion of Diwali, Kuwarani Dr Ritu Singh inaugurated Mission MITHAAS, a noble initiative launched in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Jammu Bahu & Tawi, Gracious Givers, and the Maharaja Hari Singh Foundation. Mission MITHAAS—founded by Dr Ritu Singh, Social Reformer Dr Navneet Kaur, and Dr Nidhi Gupta—aims to eradicate hunger and bridge the gap between privileged and underprivileged girls through sustainable programs in nutrition, education, and healthcare. This Diwali, the initiative seeks to share the joy and sweetness of the festival with underprivileged and flood-affected families and children in slum areas. Through…
LEH: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, celebrated Diwali with officers and staff at the Lieutenant Governor’s Secretariat in Leh today. On the occasion, Secretary, Information & Public Relations, Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, was also present. Extending warm greetings to everyone, the Lieutenant Governor said that Diwali, the festival of lights, embodies the universal message of hope, harmony, and the triumph of good over evil. He noted that the festival reflects India’s unity in diversity, inspiring mutual respect, compassion, and togetherness among all communities. Reaffirming the Administration’s commitment to the holistic development of Ladakh, Gupta said that continuous efforts are…
RAMBAN: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh held a public durbar here today as part of his ongoing outreach campaign to engage directly with the people in his Parliamentary constituency. Interacting with a host of public delegations hailing from different parts of the district including villages, the Minister gave a patient hearing to their concerns. The deputations aired their grievances and put forth their demands regarding developmental and rehabilitation issues. Following Dr Jitendra Singh’s intervention, many issues were resolved on-the-spot. Dr Jitendra Singh issued immediate instructions to the officers of the concerned departments to resolve the remaining public issues in a time-bound manner.…
KATRA: Exhibiting prompt action and effective investigation, Reasi Police have successfully solved a theft case reported from a temple premises in the main bazaar area of Katra, within just a few days. The swift operation led to the arrest of the accused and recovery of the stolen gold ornaments. On October 15, 2025, a complaint was lodged at Police Station Katra regarding the theft of gold ornaments from the idol inside a temple located in the main bazaar. Acting swiftly, FIR No. 281/2025 under Sections 331(4)/305(d) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) was registered, and investigation was initiated. Through meticulous…
LUCKNOW: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the BrahMos missile as a symbol of India’s growing indigenous defence capability, saying its “charisma needs no explanation” after its precise performance during Operation Sindoor. Rajnath Singh, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Saturday flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles produced at the BrahMos Aerospace Unit in Lucknow. “The charisma of the BrahMos missile needs no explanation. During Operation Sindoor, it hit every target with pinpoint accuracy. Such BrahMos missiles will now be manufactured in Lucknow,” Singh said while addressing the gathering. He described BrahMos as not just a…