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The highly anticipated crime thriller 'Baramulla,' starring Manav Kaul, has officially landed on OTT platforms. Viewers can now stream the suspenseful film on Netflix, following its premiere on...
I'm thrilled and proud of my first film, 'Yahaan'. This movie has a special place in my heart, and I cherish every moment spent working on it. The visual element of 'Yahaan' is truly breathtaking,...
Shoojit Sircar's debut film, *Yahaan*, offers a compelling exploration of love amidst the turmoil of Kashmir. Cinematographer Jakob Ihre's use of blue-tinged lenses beautifully captures the valley's...
Aamir Bashir discusses the passage of time since his directorial debut, 'Harud.' He reflects on how much Kashmir, and India, have changed. Bashir contrasts the initial post-2019 narrative of...
Kayoze Irani's directorial debut, 'Sarzameen,' presents a narrative that, contrary to initial reviews, offers a degree of watchability. The film, attempting to shock audiences with unexpected plot...
In November 2014, Columbia University hosted a screening of Vishal Bhardwaj's *Haider*, captivating over 2,000 students. Following the film, a discussion led by *Haider* writer Basharat Peer, a...
In a boost to logistics and connectivity in the Kashmir Valley, the Northern Railway dispatched its first automobile rake on Wednesday, carrying 116 cars. The train arrived at the Anantnag Goods Shed...
The ancient Martand Sun Temple in Anantnag was aglow with tradition and unity this Diwali, as Kashmiri Pandits celebrated the festival of lights with immense devotion. The historic Surya Mandir in...
J&K police have attached property valued at Rs 2 crore belonging to the father of Sajjad Ahmad Sheikh, also known as Sajjad Gul. This includes a three-story residential house situated on 15 marlas of...
In a significant move against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, law enforcement authorities have attached properties belonging to Sajjad Gul, the founder of The Resistance Front (TRF). The TRF, an...
In a continued effort to dismantle the terrorist ecosystem in Kashmir, Handwara police took action, confiscating the property of a terrorist operative. This action took place in the village of...
Former Hurriyat Conference chairman, Abdul Ghani Bhat, died Wednesday evening at his home in Sopore. He was 90 years old and had been in poor health for several years. According to family sources,...
National Conference (NC) president Dr. Farooq Abdullah attempted to meet Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Thursday, but police barricades prevented access to Singh's residence at the...
Following an attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India launched Operation Sindoor. Lieutenant General Prateek Sharma, the Northern Command chief, provided details of India's strategic victory over...
Union Home Minister Amit Shah honored the soldiers involved in Operation Mahadev in Delhi. This operation resulted in the neutralization of terrorists involved in the Pahalgam terror attack....
In a recent statement, Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated that the fear of terrorism and related networks in the valley has diminished significantly. Speaking to members of...
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The Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) unit of the Jammu and Kashmir Police launched extensive search operations across multiple locations in the Kashmir Valley on Saturday. The raids, spanning four...
A tragic landslide on the Amarnath Yatra route claimed the life of a pilgrim and injured three others. The incident, occurring in the Rail Pathri area of Ganderbal district, led to the suspension of...
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has initiated a comprehensive outreach program in Jammu and Kashmir to provide justice and support to families affected by terrorism. This initiative aims to reach out...
Jammu and Kashmir's Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat, made a landmark visit to the Lolab Valley, a region near the Line of Control (LOC) that has long been affected by terrorism. This...
The Omar Abdullah government is heading for a potential clash with the Lieutenant Governor’s administration, as permission has been denied to political parties, including the ruling National...
The ongoing severe heatwave in Kashmir has significantly affected the annual Amarnath Yatra, leading to the rapid melting of the natural ice Shiva Lingam within the first ten days of the pilgrimage....
The prolonged heatwave in the Kashmir Valley has been replaced by heavy rainfall, bringing much-needed relief from the scorching temperatures. However, this change has also triggered a series of...
The Amarnath Yatra continues to draw large numbers of devotees, with over 26,000 pilgrims visiting the holy cave shrine in the past two days. This surge in numbers underscores the pilgrimage's...
The annual Amarnath Yatra has commenced, with the initial group of pilgrims starting their journey from the Nunwan Pahalgam base camp. This year's pilgrimage to the sacred cave shrine at an altitude...
Despite a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran Valley, pilgrims embarking on the Amarnath Yatra from the Pahalgam route have displayed remarkable resilience. This 46-km trek remains a...
The annual Amarnath Yatra commenced with the arrival of the first pilgrims in the Kashmir valley. Local residents at the Navyug Tunnel in Qazigund, Kulgam district and Pahalgam greeted the pilgrims...
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the recent decline in registrations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra during a press conference in Srinagar. While registrations experienced a brief downturn...
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, VK Birdi, announced comprehensive security arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to begin next week. Speaking from the Nunwan base...
General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff, conducted a thorough review of the security situation in the Kashmir Valley. This evaluation followed the recent Operation Sindoor, launched in...
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has apprehended two Kashmiri locals in connection with the deadly Pahalgam attack, which resulted in the death of 26 tourists. The arrests, made on Sunday,...
For the first time, Srinagar's iconic Clock Tower in Lal Chowk hosted the 11th International Yoga Day, attracting thousands from across Jammu and Kashmir. This event highlighted the growing embrace...
In a bid to foster wellness and community bonds, the Border Security Force (BSF) 112 Battalion orchestrated a special yoga session on the scenic banks of the Jhelum River in Baramulla, just a day...
Following a discussion between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya stated that PM Modi conveyed India's clear position to the world: that India does not...
Following an Israeli airstrike on the Hujat Dost Ali Hostel in Tehran, three Kashmiri students sustained minor injuries. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) confirmed the incident,...
Due to security concerns following the Pahalgam attack, helicopter services will not be available for this year's Amarnath Yatra. The Jammu and Kashmir government has designated the Amarnath Yatra...
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha declared the reopening of eight tourist destinations in the Kashmir Valley following a security assessment. These locations were temporarily closed after a terror...
In an interview with Le Figaro, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated India's stance on terrorism, Kashmir, and global affairs. He emphasized India's strong partnership with France,...
Pahalgam Terror Attack: As authorities stepped up efforts to capture perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of at least 26 people and left several others injured, at...
A delegation of Kashmiri Pandits, representing the JK Peace Forum, met with Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in New Delhi for a pivotal discussion aimed at fostering greater cooperation and healing between the...
National Conference supremo Farooq Abdullah on Saturday reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir would regain statehood and emphasised that the government of India must restore it, as it promised in...
A court in Chandikhole, Odisha, has sentenced Sayed Ishaan Bukhari, a Kashmiri man, to five years of rigorous imprisonment. Bukhari was arrested in December 2023 on charges including impersonation,...
Following controversial remarks regarding Kashmir during the Women's ODI World Cup hosted by India, former Pakistani cricketer Sana Mir issued a clarification. Mir, who is providing commentary during...
US President Donald Trump recently ignited controversy by referring to Somali Americans as "garbage" and suggesting many should be deported. He specifically targeted Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, calling...
In a significant geopolitical development, Qatar-owned Al Jazeera has depicted the entire Kashmir region as integral Indian territory in a recent broadcast, a move that has generated considerable...
A startling admission from a Pakistani politician has sent shockwaves, with Chaudhry Anwarul Haq openly claiming responsibility for terror attacks within India. In a video that has rapidly circulated...
The government of Shehbaz Sharif has made considerable efforts to quell the unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir (PoK). A committee of ministers and leaders has been dispatched to PoK to negotiate...
Pakistan has received another setback regarding the Jammu and Kashmir issue. A senior US State Department official has stated that Kashmir is a direct matter between India and Pakistan, and the...
A meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Contact Group on Kashmir took place in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session. Foreign Ministers and...
Turkey, a country close to Pakistan, has once again brought up the Kashmir issue at the United Nations General Assembly. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan referenced the ceasefire between India...
Following the events of the Palhagam attack and the Operation Sindoor conflict, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has responded. Dar stated that Pakistan is prepared to engage in discussions with...
The relationship between former US President Donald Trump and India is currently strained. This was not always the case; during Trump's first term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Howdy...
Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced his country's readiness to engage in discussions with India on all outstanding issues, including Kashmir, in a dignified and respectful manner. He...
Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced the country's willingness to engage in a comprehensive dialogue with India on all outstanding issues, including the long-standing Kashmir dispute....
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif emphasized her government's strong commitment to fostering religious tolerance and mutual respect at all levels. She expressed solidarity with all those...
Following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan is visibly agitated. Its terrorist hideouts and airbases have been destroyed. The condition of the airbases is such that they are no longer suitable for...