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‘Time to act’: After Nepal disaster, experts call for urgent safeguards against glacier risks in J&K, Ladakh

Prominent social activist and member of the Kargil Democratic Alliance, Sajjad Kargili, said the Nepal tragedy must be a wake-up call for the government. (HT File)
Published on Aug 29, 2026 08:18 am IST

Suvendu warns JU students over Maoist, ‘azaadi’ slogans: ‘I know the disease…’

Suvendu Adhikari said his government will not allow Jadavpur University to become a ground for Maoist sympathisers and those seeking Kashmir’s independence. (PTI)
Updated on Aug 29, 2026 01:30 pm IST

1998 massacre of 23 Kashmiri Pandits to be probed again

SIA has also reopened the 1990 killing of Kashmiri Pandit writer and social worker Sarwanand Koul Premi and his 24-year-old son, Virender Koul. (AFP)
Published on Aug 25, 2026 08:50 am IST

Green voice: Budgam activist on a quest to save Kashmir’s environment

RTI activist and environmental campaigner Muzaffar Bhat has taken up issues including illegal mining, waste management and pollution in Kashmir
Updated on Aug 24, 2026 01:44 pm IST

‘On our radar’: Naravane says China India's competitor, Pak a security challenge

File photo of former army chief MM Naravane
Updated on Aug 21, 2026 11:00 pm IST

‘Matter between 2 countries’: Omar on Pakistan summoning US diplomat

Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US chargé d’affaires and lodged a “strong demarche” over remarks by Gor regarding Jammu and Kashmir during his visit to the UT. (HT File)
Published on Aug 21, 2026 08:07 am IST

India hits back at Norway FM’s Kashmir remarks during Pakistan visit

India hits back at Norway FM’s Kashmir remarks in Pakistan, reiterating its position on Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh and raising concerns over cross-border terror.
Published on Aug 15, 2026 12:13 pm IST

Only 3 of 6.5k Kashmiri migrant families returned to Valley: Parl panel

The panel led by Dr Radha Mohan Das Agrawal sought detailed information on the rehabilitation of displaced Hindu migrant populations. (In picture: Kashmiri Pandit devotees light earthen lamps during the annual Hindu festival in the Kheer Bhawani Temple)
Updated on Aug 09, 2026 09:05 pm IST

Pakistan tightens rules for foreign media as PoK protests gain attention

Over the past week, several local and international civil society organisations have called on Islamabad to end the escalating restrictions, including the crackdown on press freedom and internet blackouts in PoK.
Updated on Aug 05, 2026 01:04 pm IST

Polls in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir a complete farce, cannot hide reality: India

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal asked the world to hold Pakistan accountable.
Updated on Aug 05, 2026 12:34 pm IST

52-yr-old woman swept away after flash flood in Kupwara

Security personnel stand guard near a damaged bridge after a cloudburst triggered flash floods in the Batkoot area of Pahalgam, in Anantnag district on Monday. (PTI)
Published on Aug 04, 2026 09:36 am IST

1 dead, another injured in terror attack in J&K's Kulgam

The attack comes less than 10 days after terrorists shot dead a police officer in Anantnag town.
Updated on Aug 01, 2026 12:00 am IST

‘Disputed territory’: Pak reacts to India's ‘no Pakistani Kashmir’ remark

People chant slogans and hold placards, flags, and a banner in support of peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, during a demonstration in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Updated on Jul 31, 2026 06:12 pm IST

‘No Pakistani Kashmir’: Why Indian embassy in US fact-checked NYT headline

The New York Times had reported on violent clashes that erupted between a civil rights group and police during local elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Updated on Jul 31, 2026 04:57 pm IST

No Pakistani Kashmir, only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir: Indian Embassy in US

"Pakistan has illegally occupied parts of these territories and is now using violence against the occupied people," the embassy said.
Updated on Jul 31, 2026 06:12 pm IST

Omar slams Mehbooba over violence against Kashmiris remark, seeks apology

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah (File)
Published on Jul 29, 2026 05:12 pm IST

'Beyond conflict, new Kashmir reads': Chinar Book Festival sees massive turnout

The third edition of the Chinar Book Festival opened on July 18 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar
Updated on Jul 26, 2026 07:36 pm IST

'Baseless': India rejects Pakistan minister Ishaq Dar's remarks on Kashmir

Pakistani foreign minister Ishaq Dar raised the Kashmir issue and suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty at an Asean-related meeting in the Philippines
Updated on Jul 24, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Rain brings respite from heatwave in Kashmir, waterlogging in parts of Srinagar

The rainfall, however, led to waterlogging in several parts of Srinagar, with roads inundated and storm drains overflowing in areas such as Khanyar
Updated on Jul 19, 2026 01:27 pm IST

In Srinagar, books drew bigger crowds than the summer heat could deter

Chinar Book Festival was inaugurated at the SKICC in Srinagar on Saturday, July 18.
Updated on Jul 18, 2026 08:22 pm IST

Police attach five houses worth 5 cr under NDPS act

The attachment proceedings were carried out in the presence of duly constituted police team, executive magistrate, Lambardar and Chowkidar, ensuring full compliance with all legal procedures and maintaining transparency, a police spokesperson said. (File)
Published on Jul 17, 2026 10:51 pm IST

Naroc-terror case: NIA court frames charges against 10, including LeT handlers

Police said the order framing charges marks a decisive stage in the prosecution and reflects the strength of the evidence collected by SIA Kashmir during the investigation. (File)
Published on Jul 17, 2026 09:18 am IST

'Hold Pak responsible': India's global appeal over use of force on PoJK protest

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India calls on the international community to hold Pakistan responsible for its actions in PoK.
Updated on Jul 15, 2026 12:00 am IST

SIA Kashmir secures Interpol Red Corner notice against Hizbul terrorist

Officials said that Imtiyaz Ahmad Kandoo, a resident of Kraltang, Sopore, has been an active member and commander of the proscribed terrorist outfit Hizbul Mujahideen since 2010. (HT Photo for representation)
Updated on Jul 12, 2026 08:35 am IST

J&K book controversy: Screen every book for objectionable content, edu dept tell schools

The school heads have also been asked to maintain proper records of the screening,ensure strict compliance with the instructions and submit a certificate to the concerned chief education or zonal education officers. (File)
Published on Jul 10, 2026 09:01 am IST

J&K CM Omar hands over appointment letters to 117 school lecturers

J&K CM Omar hands over appointment letters to 117 school lecturers
Published on Jul 09, 2026 10:38 am IST

Guest Column| Satluj: Facing the whole truth

Diljit Dosanjh as Jaswant Singh Khalra in a still from Satluj.
Published on Jul 08, 2026 04:11 pm IST

Class 7 student locked inside J&K school after falling asleep; staff suspended

The boy was rescued more than four hours after the school had closed when a passerby heard his cries for help.
Updated on Jul 06, 2026 07:29 pm IST

Shashi Tharoor's Kashmir visit sparks row, snowballs into Congress vs Congress

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor with J&K L-G Manoj Sinha
Updated on Jun 22, 2026 12:00 pm IST