Jammu and Kashmir News

Surprise Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) and intensified frisking are being carried out in Srinagar, Jammu, and other district headquarters.

A multi-vehicle collision involving a bus, a car and a motorcycle on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway in Udhampur district claimed four lives, prompting rescue operations and renewed focus on road safety in Jammu and Kashmir.

Khalid Hussain, Chief Special Correspondent for Zee News, has been awarded the Jammu and Kashmir Government UT Award 2026 for his outstanding performance in journalism.

Visitors from different parts of India were seen enjoying the powdery snow, with many describing the scene as “paradise on Earth.” Srinagar city also received its first snowfall of the season, giving several areas a serene white glow.

Since 2021, LG Sinha has terminated the services of more than 85 government employees who were found to be working for terrorist groups. 

J-K Weather Update: Jammu and Kashmir remains in the grip of a severe dry cold wave, with sub-zero nights across the Valley and no snowfall in the plains during Chillai Kalan, while cold and dry conditions are expected to continue till January 20.

To break the communication network between active terrorists and their supporters, authorities have banned VPN services in all districts of Jammu and Kashmir, citing national security concerns as the primary reason.

The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar, recorded its coldest night of the season so far, with the minimum temperature plunging to -5.1°C. 

Mehbooba Mufti criticised J&K CM Omar Abdullah for remaining “mute” on key Kashmir issues, land and jobs concerns, and prisoners, while recalling her father Mufti Mohammad Sayeed’s leadership legacy.

A massive fire broke out in a junkyard in Kashmir, spreading to a slum and godown. No casualties were reported, but property worth crores was damaged; cause under investigation.

Kashmir and Ladakh are gripped by intense cold during Chillai Kalan, with temperatures plunging below freezing, fog and frost disrupting daily life, even as tourists flock to snow-covered destinations.

The case pertains to serious offences under Sections 153-A and 505 of the IPC and Section 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. 

Fresh snowfall revived Kashmir tourism, filling hotels in Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg for New Year, drawing huge crowds, boosting winter activities, local economy and confidence, with more snow forecast.

Fresh snowfall has revived Kashmir tourism, with Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg fully booked for New Year, drawing massive tourist influx, boosting winter activities, local economy and confidence.

A surge in tourists has revived Kashmir’s winter tourism, with the Jashn-e-Wandeh festival at Dal Lake showcasing culture, snowfall boosting arrivals, and local businesses seeing renewed hope.

Jammu and Kashmir is on high alert for New Year 2026 as tourist numbers surge amid snowfall, with intensified security from LoC to cities after intelligence warnings of terror threats.

Farooq Abdullah defended the house arrest of leaders backing a student protest, saying the government will not allow “turmoil” to disrupt Jammu and Kashmir’s peace, development, and ongoing progress.

Shopian Police detained three OGWs under the PSA for repeated anti-security activities, citing continued involvement despite preventive action, and lodged them in Kot Bhalwal jail to maintain peace and security.

Several hill regions across Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are witnessing snowfall, leading to a drop in temperatures, disruption in normal life, and a surge in winter tourism.

A large-scale search operation has been launched across multiple areas of South Kashmir following reports of suspicious movement captured on CCTV cameras.