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.
Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev addressed three key developments amid rising India-Pakistan tensions: Pakistan PM Shahbaz Sharif's public confirmation of a missile strike on Nur Khan Airbase, India's assertive "tit-for-tat, plus" doctrine, and the government's move to dispatch an all
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.
SHRC Chairman Iqbal Ahmed Detho, who led the visits, mentioned about the absence of adequate toilets, improper seating arrangements, a shortfall of beds for patients, and missing supplies of free medicines.
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.
The Indian Army visited Poonch areas hit by Pakistani shelling, giving medicines and ration to residents. Locals thanked the Army, praising their support and bravery on the border. They said they stand with the Army and appreciate the relief efforts.
Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, local fruit traders in Ajmer, Rajasthan, announced a boycott of Turkish apples and other imports on Saturday following Turkey's vocal support for Pakistan.
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.