NEW DELHI, Apr 24: A second unreserved special train to New Delhi is scheduled to depart from Katra in Jammu division at 1:30 pm on Thursday to help stranded tourists reach their respective destinations, an official said. “The second special train (04625) was initially planned to start from Katra at 10:50 am. However, after a discussion with the local authorities,...
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US Issues ‘Do Not Travel’ Advisory For Jammu & Kashmir After Pahalgam Terror Attack
New York/Washington, Apr 24: The US has issued a ‘Do Not Travel’ advisory for Jammu and Kashmir owing to the “terror attacks” and possible “violent civilian unrest” in the Union Territory and also within 10 kms of the India-Pakistan border. The advisory warning for all US citizens was issued on Wednesday, a day after terrorists opened fire in Kashmir’s Pahalgam,...
Pahalgam Attack: Cong Holds Emergency CWC Meeting
NEW DELHI, Apr 24: Top Congress leaders on Thursday held an emergency meeting of the party’s working committee to deliberate on the Pahalgam terror attack and are expected to pass a resolution condemning it. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chiefs Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, general secretaries K C Venugopal, Jairam Ramesh, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, among others, attended...
J&K Cabinet advises Lieutenant Governor to summon special session of LA
JAMMU, APRIL 23 : The Council of Ministers, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, today decided to advise the Lieutenant Governor to summon the special session of Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir on 28th of April 2025 at Jammu at 10:30 am.
Mehbooba Mufti Speaks to Amit Shah After Pahalgam Terror Attack, Demands Safety for Kashmiris Nationwide
Srinagar, April 24 : Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba Mufti, spoke with Union Home Minister Amit Shah today, extending her condolences to the families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives, including two foreign tourists, on April 22. During the call, Mufti strongly condemned the attack...
Top Trump administration officials, US lawmakers continue condemnation of Pahalgam attack
NEW YORK, Apr 24: Top Trump administration officials and US lawmakers continued to condemn the Pahalgam terror attack, expressing solidarity with India and stressing that there is no place for terrorism in the world. They also called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. “I am praying for the Indian people following the tragic terrorist attack in Kashmir. America...
Team India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir Receives Death Threat Email
New Delhi, Apr 24: The head coach of the India men’s cricket team, Gautam Gambhir, has found himself at the centre of a security scare after he reportedly received threatening emails, Delhi Police said on Thursday. The threats were reportedly received on April 22 — the same day terrorists gunned down 26 people, mostly tourists, in Kashmir’s Pahalgam — from...
*”In touch with my counterparts”: CM Omar on reports of Kashmiri students, traders being harassed outside*
Srinagar, Apr 24 (KNO): Following reports about Kashmiri students being harassed in several states outside Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday said that he is in touch with his counterparts in theses states. In a post on X, Omar Abdullah, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the J&K government is in touch with the governments...
Soldier killed in Udhampur encounter, ops on
Udhampur, April 24 : A soldier has been killed in the ongoing encounter in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur, Army said on Thursday. In a post on X, Army’s White Knight Corps, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the soldier was injured during the initial exchange of fire and later succumbed to his injuries. “Based...
Encounter in Kulgam, cordon tightened
Umaisar Gull Ganie Srinagar, Apr 23 : Security forces on Wednesday cordoned off a forest area in South Kashmir’s Kulgam district after exchanging fire with the terrorists. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that on a tip off security forces launched searches in Tangmarg, Aharbal this evening. “The terrorists holed up there opened fire on the search...
Pahalgam Terror Attack: PM Modi Chairs Cabinet Committee On Security Meeting
New Delhi, Apr 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Wednesday, hours after he returned to the national capital after cutting short his visit to Saudi Arabia. The CCS meeting was held a day after the dastardly terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended...
Day after Pahalgam attack, encounter breaks out in Kulgam village
Umaisar Gull Ganaie Srinagar, April 23 : An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Tangmarg area of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, officials said. An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that security forces cordoned off Tangmarg after receiving specific inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area. As security forces zeroed in on the suspected...
Don’t Skip Amarnath Yatra, J&K Despite Pahalgam Attack: Karan Singh Urges Tourists
NEW DELHI, Apr 23: Congress leader Karan Singh on Wednesday urged people not to shy away from the Amarnath Yatra and Jammu and Kashmir during the upcoming tourist season due to the Pahalgam attack. The former governor and Sadr-e-Riyasat of Jammu and Kashmir said a clear message has to be sent to the enemies that “we will not be cowed...
Pahalgam Attack: CM Omar convenes all-party meet tomorrow
Srinagar, Apr 23 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday called an all-party meeting tomorrow in the aftermath of Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. In a letter, a copy of which lies with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) Omar Abdullah has invited all political parties, Members of Parliament from Jammu and Kashmir and Leader of Opposition in the...
Pahalgam Attack: Maharashtra deputy CM to arrive in Srinagar tonight
Srinagar, Apr 23 : Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde will arrive in Srinagar today evening in view of the terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 civilians dead and many injured. A spokesperson told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that Eknath Shinde will depart from Mumbai for Srinagar at 7:30 pm. “His visit underlines the government of Maharashtra’s...
Perpetrators of Pahalgam attack will soon see loud and clear response: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, Apr 23 : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that perpetrators of Pahalgam attack will soon see a loud and clear response. Expressing solidarity with the families of Pahalgam terror attack victims, the Defence Minister, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said, “Yesterday, in Pahalgam, targeting a particular religion, terrorists executed a cowardly act, in...
Pahalgam Attack: Doing Our Best To Minimise Dent On J-K Tourism, Says Union Minister Shekhawat
New Delhi, Apr 23: Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Wednesday said some people with nefarious intentions have tried to again “incite separatism and terrorism” in the Valley and asserted that his ministry will do the best to “minimise the dent” on tourism in Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the Pahalgam attack. Interacting with reporters on the...
IAF Mourns Loss Of Life Of Air Force Personnel In Pahalgam Attack
New Delhi, Apr 23: The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday mourned the loss of life of one of its personnel in the Pahalgam terror attack, and expressed condolences to his family. The IAF shared the update about the corporal in a post on X along with his photograph. In the post, the Air Force also said it stands in...
Pahalgam Terror Attack: CM Omar Abdullah Attends Funeral Of Pony Ride Operator
SRINAGAR, Apr 23: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday participated in the funeral prayers of a pony ride operator who was killed in Tuesday’s terror attack in Pahalgam. The CM also interacted with the family members of the deceased, Syed Adil Hussain, Shah, at Hapatnar in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district and assured them of all support. “Perhaps...
CEO Invites Public To Review Electoral Rolls: SSR Deadline April 24
JAMMU, Apr 23: The Special Summary Revision (SSR) in the Assembly Constituencies of 27 Budgam and 77 Nagrota, which commenced on 8th April, 2025, is going to end on 24th April,2025. In accordance with the established electoral process, the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) have meticulously prepared the lists of claims and objections, which are now available for public scrutiny. These...
Pahalgam Attack: CM Omar calls cabinet meeting at 6 pm today
Srinagar, Apr 23 (KNO): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called an emergency cabinet meeting at 6 pm today in view of the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians dead and many injured. Sources told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the meeting will be held at Omar Abdullah’s Gupkar residence today evening. They said that the...