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Gwalior Temple Tragedy: 12 Devotees Killed as Paddy-Laden Truck Crashes Through Barricades

October 18, 2026 Editor

Sheetla Mata Temple Accident: Mechanical Failure Suspected After 12 Deaths

Suspected mechanical failure brings a Navratri pilgrimage to a deadly halt; 29 injured as authorities investigate how a heavy vehicle entered a restricted temple approach road. By: News Desk | 18 October 2025 Gwalior: A night of religious devotion turned into a scene of devastation near Sheetla Mata Temple in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior district after a paddy-laden truck ran over devotees and crashed into the temple’s entrance gate early Sunday, killing 12 people and injuring 29 others, according to the latest available police figures. The accident occurred at approximately 1:30…

Kashmir Leaders React to Saudi Airport Strike as Death Toll Rises and Regional Tensions Deepen

October 12, 2026 Editor

Riyadh Airport Attack: Altaf Bukhari Condemns Civilian Targeting, Mirwaiz Calls for Dialogue

Altaf Bukhari condemns attacks on civilian infrastructure, while Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urges dialogue and diplomacy. The rising death toll and repeated strikes on Saudi Arabia’s aviation facilities have intensified concerns over civilian safety and a wider regional escalation. By: Javid Amin | 11 October 2026 Srinagar: Political and religious leaders in Kashmir have expressed deep concern over the deadly missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, calling for restraint and diplomatic engagement as violence across the region continues to intensify. Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari described…

Imran Khan’s Supporters Rally Across Pakistan as Three Years in Jail Fuel Fresh Political Tensions

August 6, 2026 Editor

Imran Khan Supporters Protest Across Pakistan as PTI Marks Three Years in Jail; Over 100 Detained By: Javid Amin | 05 Aug 2026 Over 100 PTI Workers Detained During Nationwide Protests; Allegations Over Khan’s Prison Conditions Add to Political Pressure Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s third anniversary in prison triggered fresh political unrest across Pakistan on Tuesday, as supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) staged demonstrations in several major cities demanding his release. Police detained more than 100 PTI activists during the protests, while clashes between demonstrators and security…

Iran and Oman Explore Plan to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Gulf Tensions

August 5, 2026 Editor

Proposed Maritime Arrangement Could Restore Global Shipping While Preserving Iran’s Strategic Role By: Javid Amin | 05 Aug 2025 Iran and Oman Reportedly Discuss Framework to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Iran and Oman are reportedly working on a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors, as regional tensions continue to threaten global energy supplies. According to regional officials cited by the Associated Press, the two countries are discussing a framework that would establish separate maritime corridors for vessels entering and leaving…

Security Tightened Across Kashmir to Protect Migrant Workers After Deadly Kulgam Terror Attack

August 3, 2026 Editor

Security Tightened Across Kashmir After Kulgam Terror Attack; Authorities Move to Protect Migrant Workers By: News Desk | 02 Aug 2026 In the aftermath of the deadly terrorist attack on migrant labourers in Kulgam district, security agencies in Jammu & Kashmir have significantly strengthened protective measures across vulnerable areas of the Valley. The move comes amid growing concerns over the safety of thousands of non-local workers employed in construction, brick kilns, agriculture and infrastructure projects. The latest attack, in which two migrant workers from Chhattisgarh were shot after reportedly being…

US–Iran Conflict Enters New Phase as Saudi Arabia Joins Military Campaign, Diplomacy Remains Frozen

July 30, 2026 Editor

US–Saudi Operations Against Iran-Backed Militias Expand Across Iraq and Syria as Nuclear Talks Stall By: Javid Amin | 29 July 2026 US–Iran Conflict Enters a More Dangerous Phase The confrontation between the United States and Iran is entering a new and potentially more volatile chapter, with Saudi Arabia emerging as an active military partner alongside Washington in operations targeting Iran-backed militia networks across Iraq and Syria. The latest developments signal a shift from isolated military exchanges to a broader regional confrontation involving multiple countries, competing strategic interests and mounting diplomatic…

PoK Election Violence Deepens Crisis: Over 30 Reportedly Killed as Protesters Allege Missing Bodies and Cover-Up

July 30, 2026 Editor

PoK Election Violence: Over 30 Reportedly Killed, Missing Bodies Allegations Intensify Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir Unrest By: Javid Amin | 29 July 2026 PoK Election Violence Deepens Crisis: Over 30 Reportedly Killed as Protesters Allege Missing Bodies and Cover-Up Pakistan-administered Kashmir has entered one of its most turbulent political phases in recent years as election-related violence and anti-government protests continue to spread across the region. Reports from local activists, protest leaders and several media outlets indicate that more than 30 people have been killed during clashes linked to the ongoing legislative assembly…

Mehbooba Mufti Apologises After Protest Remarks Trigger Political Storm in Kashmir; PDP Chief Calls Statement a ‘Slip of the Tongue’

July 29, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Apologises Over Kashmir Protest Remarks After Backlash | PDP Chief Faces Political Heat By: Javid Amin | 28 July 2026 Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti has issued a public apology after facing intense criticism over remarks that appeared to justify the use of force against protesters in Kashmir. The controversy erupted following her speech at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, where she condemned police action against protesters in the national capital but drew a comparison with Kashmir, saying that…

Kishtwar Cloudburst Triggers Flash Floods: Kwar Hydroelectric Project Hit, Highway Blocked as Rescue Teams Rush In

July 7, 2026 Editor

Kishtwar Cloudburst 2026: Flash Floods Damage Kwar Hydroelectric Project, Highway Blocked in Chenab Valley By: News Desk | 07 July 2026 Flash Floods Strike Kishtwar After Powerful Cloudburst A powerful cloudburst has triggered flash floods in Kishtwar district, causing widespread disruption across the Chenab Valley and exposing the vulnerability of infrastructure in Jammu & Kashmir’s mountainous terrain. The sudden cloudburst unleashed torrents of water, mud and debris that swept through parts of the district, damaging roads, affecting residential areas and disrupting work at the Kwar Hydroelectric Project, one of the…

J&K Summer Vacation 2026: Kashmir Schools to Remain Closed from July 6 to July 19 Due to Heatwave

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 Editor

J&K Announces Summer Vacations for Kashmir Schools from July 6 to 19 Amid Intensifying Heatwave By: News Desk | 30 June 2026 J&K Declares Summer Vacation for Schools Across Kashmir Amid Rising Temperatures As Kashmir experiences one of its hottest summers in recent years, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has announced summer vacations for all schools across the Kashmir Valley from July 6 to July 19, 2026. The decision comes in response to the ongoing heat spell that has pushed daytime temperatures well above seasonal averages, raising concerns over student…