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Erratic weather dampens Kashmir’s cherry cheer
Kashmir’s annual production of the cherry is around 12,000 to 14,000 metric tonne, but there’s 30-50% drop this year
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 09:28 AM IST
Mir Ehsan, Srinagar
Kashmir schools to get 10-day summer vacation due to rising temperatures
According to the Indian Meteorological Department's website, the Kashmir valley has witnessed higher than usual temperature this summer.
Published on Jul 01, 2024 04:24 PM IST
PTI |
Arundhati Roy in India: An oxymoron of democracy
Roy has been a flag waver of dissent in the country. She has been an unrelenting critic of the Modi administration and its impact on India's democratic fabric
Published on Jun 28, 2024 07:30 AM IST
As new MPs take oath, Kashmir leaders call for jailed Engineer Rashid’s release
Omar Abdullah and Altaf Bukhari sought Engineer Rashid’s release so that he can represent the people of Baramulla and Kashmir in the Parliament
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 08:52 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
Robust security needed for protecting Amarnath pilgrims: Kashmir IG
Kashmir IG VK Birdi had visited Navyug Tunnel to Chandanwari in Pahalgam, one of the two base camps for the pilgrimage, to inspect the security arrangements to be put in place along the yatra route and at various camping sites
Published on Jun 23, 2024 09:32 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
Yoga could become a big source of employment for Kashmir: PM Modi
Earlier, the event was scheduled to be held outdoors but due to heavy rains the venue was shifted and event was held inside the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) on the banks of Dal Lake
Updated on Jun 22, 2024 06:44 AM IST
Mir Ehsan, Srinagar
Eid gaiety takes over Valley, but no prayers at Jamia Masjid
Eid al-Adha celebrated peacefully in Kashmir, but prayers at historic sites restricted. Leaders like Mirwaiz Umar Farooq under house arrest. Festivities at Dargah Hazratbal.
Updated on Jun 18, 2024 02:43 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
War imposed on us but we’ll kill every terrorist, says J&K DGP
&K Police chief RR Swain visited border village of Saida Sukhal in Hiranagar sector of Kathua district, where two terrorists were killed and a CRPF jawan made the supreme sacrifice in a recent encounter.
Updated on Jun 15, 2024 03:52 PM IST
J&K: More terrorists could be hiding; police say check vehicles before…
The police and security forces reviewed the security at checkpoints and police facilities in the Akhnoor sector.
Published on Jun 12, 2024 07:49 PM IST
Congress's Pawan Khera says Modi's ‘hollow claims’ of peace in J&K are exposed
Jammu and Kashmir have been thoroughly exposed by the three terror attacks in the region in the past three days, says Khera.
Published on Jun 12, 2024 01:06 PM IST
PTI |
Discover Ramakunda: Hidden gem of Jammu and Kashmir to explore on your next trip
Gool Mela shines spotlight on Ramakunda's cultural richness. Here's all you need to know about this must-visit offbeat tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir
Published on Jun 11, 2024 08:17 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Ramban (jammu And Kashmir) [india]
Security forces taking all steps to keep situation stable in Kashmir: GoC Chinar Corps
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the strategic 15 Corps (Chinar Corps), Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai while talking to the media in the backdrop of conclusion of Lok Sabha polls and upcoming assembly elections, said that successful security operations help maintain a stable security situation in the Valley.
Updated on Jun 10, 2024 05:44 AM IST
Ashiq Hussain, Srinagar
Barring Omar’s loss, National Conference dominates Jammu and Kashmir Lok Sabha polls
National Conference emerges as dominant force in the Valley ahead of impending assembly elections, leading in two-third assembly segments
Published on Jun 06, 2024 02:42 PM IST
Ashiq Hussain, Srinagar
Rain on cards for Kashmir
Kashmir to expect rains from June 4-7, with intermittent light to moderate rain and thunder. Jammu division to experience heat wave conditions. Farmers advised to suspend operations on June 5-6.
Updated on Jun 04, 2024 08:52 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
LeT commander among two killed in encounter at Pulwama
The encounter comes as Kashmir gears up for poll counting on June 4 in the just concluded parliamentary elections
Updated on Jun 04, 2024 08:48 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
June travel diaries 2024: 7 dreamy off-beat destinations to explore this summer
From Sinthan Top to Kashid, escape the summer heat with these off-beat June destinations, offering unique landscapes and a break from crowded tourist spots.
Published on Jun 03, 2024 12:05 PM IST
Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi
Kashmir: Mehbooba Mufti booked for violating poll code on voting day in Anantnag
FIR has been registered against Mehbooba for violating Section 144 after she and PDP workers held a protest in the Bijbehara area of Kashmir’s Anantnag district
Updated on May 30, 2024 04:39 AM IST
A day of readings at the Kashmir Fiction Writers Guild
The association, that holds weekly sessions where writers present short stories and excerpts from novels and plays, will soon celebrate its 10th anniversary
Published on May 28, 2024 06:08 PM IST
Hilal Mir
Sizzling welcome as temp hits 43-year high in gateway to Kashmir
On Sunday, Qazigund in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district had recorded 33.5° C, the second highest maximum temperature since 1981
Published on May 28, 2024 02:31 PM IST
Ashiq Hussain, Srinagar
Hurriyat advocates dialogue over Kashmir, says violence will keep pot boiling
Hurriyat said it has always tried to emulate the principles of Muhammad Farooq and Abdul Gani Lone while engaging for the resolution of the Kashmir conflict
Updated on May 22, 2024 09:38 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
Election in Pincodes: A groundswell of anxiety and hope grips Kashmir
The LS polls are the first major elections here since August 5, 2019. Anxiety about delimitation and resentment with State have calcified into historic turnout
Updated on May 21, 2024 08:45 AM IST
Dhrubo JyotiMir Ehsan
Congress didn’t revoke Art 370 in J&K for appeasement politics, says Amit Shah
Union home minister was addressing rally in Karnal for Nayab Singh Saini, who is contesting the May 25 assembly bypoll and former CM Manohar Lal Khattar, who is in the fray for the Lok Sabha seat
Updated on May 20, 2024 02:07 PM IST
Press Trust of India
Political parties allege arbitrary arrest of workers by police, CEO takes cognisance
All the major political candidates and parties contesting in Srinagar constituency alleged that police have been detaining their workers and calling them to police stations since Saturday
Updated on May 13, 2024 06:36 AM IST
Ashiq Hussain, Srinagar
Cop, civilians killed in Pak-occupied Kashmir. Why protests broke out in PoK
Protests in PoK: Violent clashes broke out in parts of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, with police cracking down on protestors in Muzaffarabad.
Published on May 12, 2024 09:30 AM IST
HT News Desk | Written by Vaishnawi Sinha | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar
‘Cong threatening India with Pak's atom bomb’: Amit Shah slams remarks on PoK
Amit Shah has slammed remarks of Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah.
Published on May 10, 2024 06:39 PM IST
Rajnath Singh makes PoK promise; Farooq Abdullah says Pak not ‘wearing bangles’
Rajnath Singh said PoK was, is and will remain India's territory.
Updated on May 05, 2024 07:24 PM IST
A first in 30 years: No shadow of threat, boycott call looms in Kashmir; upbeat electors eager to vote
Srinagar, the capital city which was the stronghold of separatist leaders, is witnessing a vibrant political campaign this time as all mainstream Kashmir parties are making all-out efforts to woo voters.
Updated on May 03, 2024 06:50 AM IST
Ashiq Hussain, Srinagar
Change in school timings in Srinagar, check details inside
The Directorate of School Education Kashmir, in an order, said that the schools will open half an hour earlier than the prevalent timings.
Published on May 02, 2024 08:26 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
Lok Sabha polls: Kashmir Parties relying on social media to woo voters
For the first time, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), National Conference (NC), People’s Conference and Bharatiya Janata Party have dedicated social media teams to target the youth and showcase their achievement to people. Even the candidates are active on social media sites
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 08:26 AM IST
Mir Ehsan, Srinagar
Village guard shot dead by terrorists in J&K district
The incident came a week after a government employee, also a brother of a Territorial Army jawan, was shot dead in a targeted attack by terrorists in Rajouri’s Shahdara Sharief area on April 22
Updated on Apr 29, 2024 06:14 AM IST