In a major decision, the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has increased the ex-gratia relief under Security Related Expenditure (SRE) in respect of death/disability/injury of civilians and government employees due to violence or any other form of civil commotion, as per the release.
Extensive raids were carried out earlier today by the State Investigation Agency (SIA) at around 11 locations across Central and North Kashmir. Earlier this week, similar raids were conducted in South Kashmir as part of an ongoing investigation into sleeper cell modules.
In a stern warning to Pakistan over its support to terror groups targeting India, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that there is nothing in the neighbouring country that is beyond the reach of the Indian Armed Forces.
J-K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said they want the Amarnath Yatra to be safe and free of problems. He added tourism is down, and there have been no recent border clashes. The government is working on compensation for any damage caused.
After the intense shelling by Pakistan during the recent conflict with India, the Rural Development Department is constructing bunkers for civilians' safety in emergency in Rajouri's Nowshera.
Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma visited the Poonch and Naushera districts of Jammu and Kashmir and reviewed the prevailing security situation and operational readiness, the Army said.
In the ongoing efforts to dismantle terror networks, Budgam Police in Jammu and Kashmir have arrested three terrorist associates linked with the proscribed terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), said an official press release from the Kashmir Police.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah said he has asked the Centre to arrange more Haj flights from Srinagar. Around 1,895 pilgrims are stuck due to recent flight delays. He said ensuring a smooth pilgrimage is a top priority.
An escort vehicle in the cavalcade of AICC General Secretary and MLA Ghulam Ahmed Mir collided with a truck on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway at Peerah, Ramban on Friday.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Friday visited Kishtwar district and inspected the ongoing works and operational status of two major hydroelectric power projects, including the 850 MW Rattle Hydroelectric Power Project and the 390 MW Dul Hasti Hydroelectric Power Station.