During investigation of case FIR No. 192/2026 under Section 309(4) BNS, registered at Police Station Sopore after a woman from Seelo reported that an unknown person had taken her towards Amargarh, threatened her with a knife and forcibly taken away her gold earrings.

During investigation, a detailed investigation involving CCTV analysis, technical inputs, field verification and examination of suspects led to the identification and arrest of Ishfaq Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Majeed Bhat resident of Haripora, Langate, Handwara. The stolen earrings in the case were subsequently recovered at his instance, Police said.

Further investigation and detailed examination of the accused generated leads regarding his alleged involvement in similar incidents, including FIR No. 207/2025 under Section 304(2) BNS and FIR No. 55/2026 under Sections 304(2)/351(2) BNS of Police Station Sopore.

Investigation revealed a recurring modus operandi wherein the accused allegedly targeted elderly and vulnerable women on the pretext of helping them obtain benefits under government welfare schemes. After gaining their confidence, he would persuade them to remove and hand over their gold ornaments and thereafter flee with the jewellery. In some cases, force or intimidation was also allegedly used. During further recovery proceedings, seven pairs of gold earrings were recovered. Some have been linked to the registered cases, while the remaining ornaments have been seized under relevant legal provisions for identification and verification.

The investigation also led to the arrest of Sayed Ahmed Khan son of Munna Khan A/P Sangrama, a goldsmith, for his alleged role as a receiver of stolen property. His role and possible linkages with other similar incidents are being investigated. Further investigation is underway to ascertain the involvement of the accused in other cases and to identify the rightful owners of the remaining recovered property, Police said.

Police reiterates its commitment to professional, evidence-based investigation and prompt action against crimes affecting the life and property of citizens. The public, particularly senior citizens, is advised to remain cautious of unknown persons offering unsolicited assistance and to immediately report any suspicious activity to the nearest police establishment.

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The action has been taken in connection with FIR No. 36/2026 under Sections 8/15 of the NDPS Act, registered at Police Station Charar-i-Shareif. The case pertains to offences relating to the illegal possession, transportation and/or trafficking of narcotic substances and is being investigated in accordance with law.

As per the provisions of law, the owner of the attached property is prohibited from selling, transferring, leasing, mortgaging or otherwise creating any third-party interest in the attached property without the permission of the competent authority.

The action is part of the broader strategy adopted by J&K Police to target not only the direct perpetrators of drug offences but also the financial and property assets associated with narcotics-related activities. By invoking the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act, Police are working to deprive drug traffickers and other persons involved in the illicit drug trade of the financial benefits and assets generated through or associated with such activities, Police said.

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In Shopian, a police party from Police Station Shopian intercepted and seized two tippers, one JCB and one Dumper at different locations while they were allegedly engaged in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals without valid royalty documents. In a similar action, police party from Police Station Heerpora intercepted and seized six tractors involved in illegal mining activities without mandatory permissions. In this regard, cases under relevant provisions of law were registered and investigation have been initiated.

In Baramulla, during a special checking drive at Jahama Crossing, police intercepted six vehicles, found involved in illegal mining activities including four tippers bearing Registration Nos. JK01M-1390, JK21B-4050, JK04B-3681, JK01T-4283, and two tractors bearing Engine/Chassis Nos. NTA2TBE0256 and MBNWHBDJ5T. Accordingly, two tippers and two tractors were seized on the spot through the Geology & Mining Department for violation of the prescribed legal provisions. Meanwhile, the remaining two tippers bearing Registration Nos. JK01M-1390 and JK21B-4050 were booked in FIR No. 137/2026 of Police Station Baramulla under relevant provisions of law. Necessary legal action has been initiated against the violators.

In a separate enforcement action at Mirgund, one dumper bearing Registration No. JK01S-2101 was intercepted while carrying illegally extracted sand. The vehicle was seized and action was initiated under the MMDR Act in coordination with the concerned authorities.

Police reiterated its firm commitment to protecting the districts natural resources and taking strict legal action against individuals involved in illegal mining activities. The general public has been urged to cooperate with the police and report any such unlawful activities. The identity of informants will be kept strictly confidential.

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As per reports, the vehicle was proceeding from Poonch towards Sheindhara when it met with an accident.

Locals and police personnel immediately launched rescue operations and transported the injured to hospital at Poonch.

Further details are awaited.

Reports said that five of the killed have been identified as Mohammad Shafiq (30), Nazakat Hussain (28), Sharaz Ahmed (30), Zahoor Ahmed (23) and Nusarat Naz (20).

Among those injured was a 4 year old unidentified boy, Zaffar Ahmed (25) and Tahir Hussain (16).

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Recalling his visit to Akhnoor during the “Back to Village” programme in 2020, the Lieutenant Governor shared a poignant interaction with doctors who discussed diagnosis for rare diseases and need for modern equipment. He said this moment revealed the greatest distance confronting us in the UT is the gap between healthcare available in small district hospitals and the healthcare actually required. The Lieutenant Governor stressed that bridging this gap is a national priority.

The Lieutenant Governor highlighted India’s remarkable progress under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. He said free treatment for more than 56 crore citizens surpassed the combined population of the US, France, Italy, and the UK. He said annual vaccination campaigns in the country covering 7 crore children, equal to the population of the UK. He said even e-Sanjeevani telemedicine providing care to 37 crore people annually, exceeding the population of the US.

“Expansion of infrastructure with 23 AIIMS, 2,045 medical colleges, and in Jammu Kashmir, 2 AIIMS, 10 medical colleges, 2 State Cancer Institutes, a Bone and Joint Hospital, a Paediatric Hospital, 52 nursing colleges, 23 paramedical colleges, and 5 pharmacy colleges are providing robust support to healthcare ecosystem. These figures show that India has succeeded in elevating primary, secondary, and tertiary care. But the time has come to scale up tertiary hospitals into quaternary centres,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor also stressed that the advanced care must no longer remain a luxury confined to metropolitan cities.

“Quaternary care should not be a privilege reserved for the economically rich section of society. It must become a right of citizenship and a guarantee of the nation.

For a very long time, quaternary care has been viewed as a luxury available only in metropolitan cities and accessible only to those who can afford it. I wish to state clearly from this platform that this era must now come to an end. The cooperation of all the stakeholders, private hospitals and research centres is essential for fulfilling this resolve,” he said.

He called upon hospitals to transform themselves into research institutions capable of organ transplantation, robotic and precision surgery, advanced genomics, cellular therapies, and AI-supported diagnostics. He urged hospitals to allocate annual budgets for specialised infrastructure such as modern operating theatres and proton-beam therapy facilities.

“We must always remember that a quaternary centre should be capable of offering every diagnosis and treatment permitted by science. Therefore, hospitals will also have to make budgetary provisions to access expensive and modern technologies such as robotic surgery, gene therapy, proton-beam therapy and artificial-intelligence-based advanced diagnostics.

While preparing the annual budget, hospitals should allocate funds each year for specialised infrastructure. This will enable them to gradually develop facilities such as modern operating theatres for delicate and complex procedures,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor also suggested building of a new corridor to connect district hospitals and tertiary centres directly with quaternary-care institutions, accelerating diagnostics, imaging, and specialist consultations. He said telemedicine and AI-enabled diagnostic tools should be integrated into standard healthcare infrastructure.

The Lieutenant Governor appealed for expanded fellowship and training opportunities in organ transplantation, oncology, genomics, and critical care.

“Advanced care is impossible without advanced specialists,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor also suggested a mission uniting Himalayan states, Jammu Kashmir, universities, hospitals, private institutions and innovators to jointly advance biomedical research and overcome funding challenges.

“We must develop new inventions ourselves instead of importing innovation from abroad,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor urged that hospitals be regarded as strategic national assets just like highways and ports, ensuring their preservation and development with equal dedication.

“We must create a robust quaternary-care framework that guarantees equal access to the son of a farmer and to a millionaire living in a city. This task will not be easy, but it must be undertaken as a matter of national dedication and service. Let us work together at this summit to prepare a strategy that will be remembered for the precise and effective implementation of these goals,” he said.

On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor released Summit Souvenir and several publications.

Dr. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Dr. Digambar Behera, President, National Academy of Medical Sciences; Dr. Kameshwar Prasad;  Shri M Raju, Commissioner Secretary, Health & Medical Education Department; Prof. M. Ashraf Ganie, Director SKIMS; heads of various institutions, researchers, scientists, and senior officials were present

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The ambitious project, estimated to cost Rs. 2.62 crore, will be fully funded by the Jammu Municipal Corporation through its CAPEX budget. The initiative forms part of the Corporation’s broader efforts to beautify and rejuvenate Jammu’s historic Old City while upgrading important public and community spaces.

Diwan Mandir holds immense historical, cultural and religious significance for the people of Jammu. Ramlila has been performed at the temple for nearly 150 years, making it an important part of the city’s cultural heritage. The residents of the Old City have deep faith and emotional attachment to the temple and its longstanding traditions.

Under the project, the existing auditorium will be transformed into a modern, comfortable and fully equipped community facility. The renovation will include comprehensive civil works, new carpeting, modular seating, complete air-conditioning, CCTV surveillance, a modern fire-fighting system and a state-of-the-art audio system. These facilities will significantly enhance the safety, comfort, functionality and overall utility of the auditorium while preserving its importance as a cherished community space.

A large number of residents and prominent members of the community attended the foundation stone-laying ceremony and welcomed the initiative. They expressed their appreciation to the Jammu Municipal Corporation for undertaking the long-awaited modernization of the facility and investing in the improvement of the historic Old City.

Addressing the gathering, Yudhvir Sethi highlighted the historical and cultural importance of Diwan Mandir and appreciated the efforts being made to strengthen civic infrastructure and public facilities in Jammu East. He said that the modernization of the auditorium would provide residents with a better venue for social, cultural and community activities while complementing the rich heritage of the Old City.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Devansh Yadav, Commissioner JMC, highlighted the various developmental initiatives being undertaken by the Corporation across Jammu city. He said that the JMC is committed to improving public infrastructure, upgrading civic amenities and beautifying the Old City through targeted development works funded under the CAPEX budget.

He further emphasized that such projects are aimed not only at improving facilities for residents but also at preserving and enhancing the cultural character and heritage value of Jammu’s historic areas.

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Bharat Priye said that the employees appointed under the Prime Minister’s Package have been serving the people of Jammu and Kashmir despite difficult circumstances and that their safety, dignity and security must remain a priority for the administration and all concerned agencies. He stressed that any attempt to intimidate or threaten them could create fear and uncertainty among employees and adversely affect the broader process of rehabilitation and their return to normal professional life in the Valley.

He urged the Jammu and Kashmir Police, security agencies and civil administration to take the matter seriously and conduct a thorough investigation into every such incident. He called for the identification and questioning of all persons involved in issuing threats or attempting to intimidate the employees, so that those responsible are brought to justice in accordance with law.

“No individual or group should be allowed to threaten or intimidate government employees on the basis of their identity or place of origin. Such acts cannot be permitted to create an atmosphere of fear and insecurity,” Bharat Priye said.

He emphasized that merely responding to individual incidents would not be sufficient and that the concerned agencies must take effective preventive measures to ensure that such incidents are not repeated. He called for strengthened security arrangements wherever required and regular assessment of the security concerns being faced by displaced employees working in different parts of the Valley.

Bharat Priye further said that the rehabilitation of displaced Kashmiri Hindu families is not merely an administrative exercise but an important process aimed at restoring confidence, dignity and a sense of belonging among those who were forced to leave their homes under extremely difficult circumstances.He appealed to the administration to maintain continuous communication with the affected employees, promptly address their grievances and ensure that no employee feels isolated or vulnerable while discharging official duties.

The JKPCC Kissan Congress Chairman also urged political parties, civil society organisations and community representatives to refrain from politicising security-related incidents and instead work collectively to promote peace, communal harmony and an environment where every citizen can live and work without fear.

Bharat Priye said that strict and timely action against those responsible for threats would send a clear message that intimidation has no place in a democratic and peaceful society. He expressed hope that the concerned agencies would investigate the matter with seriousness, identify all culprits and take appropriate legal action so that no one dares to repeat such acts in future.

He reiterated that the safety and dignity of Kashmiri Hindu employees serving in the Valley must be protected and that every genuine effort should be made to strengthen their confidence in the administration and the rehabilitation process.

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Acting on specific intelligence on 22.08.2026, NCB  intercepted a vehicle at Panjtirthi, Jammu. Search of the said vehicle resulted in the recovery and seizure of 5.160 kg of  Heroin from 2 accused persons, both residents of Baramulla.

An immediate follow-up action was launched based on crucial leads regarding another resident of Baramulla, who is  mastermind and supplier of the drug trafficking network. Through sustained and determined pursuit, the NCB team traced him to Leh, Union Territory of Ladakh, where he was arrested on 24.08.2026, within two days of the seizure. Prima facie investigation indicates that the seized heroin forms part of an organized cross-border supply chain, with the contraband suspected to have originated from Pakistan and entered India through the Uri border sector.

The swift identification and arrest of the mastermind demonstrate NCB’s focus on dismantling the entire trafficking network, rather than restricting enforcement action to carriers and seizures.

Investigation is being expanded to identify the cross-border suppliers, financial links, transporters, local associates and intended distribution network involved in the cartel.

The operation follows two other heroin seizures effected by NCB Jammu earlier this month—438 grams on 12.08.2026 and 603 grams on 13.08.2026—underscoring the sustained intensity of intelligence-led anti-narcotics operations in the region.

Further investigation and intelligence development are underway to unravel the entire cartel and establish its forward and backward linkages.

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Addressing the gathering, Prof. Umesh Rai thanked JUNTEU for the gesture and said the availability of the additional land would help the University plan its future academic and infrastructural expansion in a systematic manner. He expressed gratitude to all concerned authorities and stakeholders for their support in resolving the long-pending matter.

JUNTEU President Dr. Rakesh Chib appreciated the Vice Chancellor’s sustained efforts and visionary leadership, saying the development would open new avenues for academic expansion, infrastructure development and better facilities for students, scholars and employees.

JUNTEU General Secretary Pankaj Gupta also lauded Prof. Rai’s proactive approach towards addressing the University’s long-standing infrastructural requirements. He said the development would have a lasting impact on the academic and administrative growth of the institution and benefit generations of students and scholars.

Vice President Gurmeet Singh, along with Ram Singh, Arjun Singh and Sourav Chalotra, also expressed gratitude towards the Vice Chancellor and welcomed this landmark development.

The land issue dates back to the original allotment for establishment of the University campus at Rakh Bahu in 1973. The matter was pursued by successive University administrations and gained renewed momentum during Prof. Rai’s tenure.

The JUNTEU congratulated the entire University fraternity and expressed confidence that the additional land would significantly strengthen the University’s future academic,research and infrastructural capabilities.

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Addressing a one-day Education Conference organized by the J&K Teachers Forum in Srinagar, Omar said that the responsibility of shaping the future of our children cannot be placed on teachers alone, stressing that the Government, parents and teachers must work together to prepare children for a rapidly changing world.

“There are gaps in the infrastructure. We talk about smart classes, but how far have we been able to take them? Smart classes are far away. In some places, we are still not able to provide the right infrastructure for the schools—with schools functioning in rented accommodation, unsafe buildings,” he said.

He said that while the Government was gradually working to improve school infrastructure, the responsibility for fixing these deficiencies rested with the administration.

Chief Minister said that providing infrastructure, filling up of vacancies is the responsibility of the Government. “Strengthening your hands so that you can do your work properly is the responsibility of me and my colleagues,” he said.

The Chief Minister said teachers play a crucial role in determining the future of children, but placing the entire responsibility on them would be unfair and add unnecessary pressure to an already demanding profession.

The conference, themed “Child is Our Priority”, brought together educators, researchers, policymakers and teachers to deliberate on key issues confronting the education sector, the challenges being faced by teachers and students, and the way forward.

Reflecting on the changing nature of the teaching profession, Omar said the challenges before teachers today are very different from those faced 10, 15 or 20 years ago.

“There was a time when we could not even think of complaining about teachers. From KG to Class 12, I do not remember ever complaining to my parents about any teacher,” he said, adding that children today are growing up in a vastly different environment.

He said that while children must certainly be encouraged to ask questions, they must also learn to listen and engage with the answers they receive.

He pointed out that teachers today have to compete for the attention of children with smartphones, social media, multiple television channels and now artificial intelligence.

Omar Abdullah also acknowledged that the Government itself often adds to the responsibilities of teachers by involving them in a range of activities beyond classroom teaching.

From preparing students for cultural programmes on the occasion of national events to organizing activities on various important commemorative days or participating in events such as Nasha Mukt Bharat campaigns or election-related duties, teachers are frequently called upon to shoulder additional responsibilities, he said.

Minister for Education Sakina Itoo and Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani also addressed the conference and highlighted the pivotal role of teachers in society.

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Karra said that at a time when households are already struggling with rising prices and increasing economic pressures, the government should have provided relief to consumers rather than adding to their burden through higher electricity bills.

“People of J&K were expecting the government to announce relief and curtailment in electricity bills, not an increase in the per-unit tariff. For an ordinary household, every additional rupee on the electricity bill directly affects the family budget. This decision is insensitive to the economic hardships being faced by our people,” Karra said.

He demanded that the government immediately review and withdraw the tariff hike and introduce meaningful measures to reduce the electricity burden on domestic consumers, particularly economically weaker sections.

“The government must remember that electricity is not a luxury; it is an essential service. The people of J&K deserve affordable and reliable power, not ever-increasing bills. The Congress will stand firmly with the people and oppose every measure that places an unjustified financial burden on them,” Karra said.

He urged the J&K Government to reconsider the decision in the larger public interest and restore relief to consumers instead of making essential utilities increasingly unaffordable.

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“An elevated highway with 14 spans is being built in Jammu (Rayamore) each span is having 15 segments. Out of 14 spans, 10 spans have been launched successfully”.

“The work on 11th span is in progress, during lifting of end part of the one of segment in 11th span, the same got slipped from the launching machine and fell down on ground”, NHAI said in a statement.

The bridge segments already launched in 11th span are intact.

The elevated bridge spans already launched are also intact, NHAI claimed.

The report regarding the collapse of bridge is false, NHAI said.

However NHAI is committed to best quality standards and the actions are being taken by NHAI by sending an Expert Team

at site so that during launching of segments, this kind of situation does not repeat.

There is no structural failure in the bridge, NHAI claimed.

Regrettably, one worker lost his life in the untoward incident. NHAI expresses its condolences to the bereaved family. The next of kin of the deceased worker shall be appropriately compensated as per applicable norms, NHAI stated.

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The exercise, being undertaken by the Revenue Department in collaboration with BISAG-N, covers nearly 70 lakh land parcels, with more than 2,500 Revenue field functionaries having been provided role-based access for data entry, verification and approval. The initiative has been designed not as a mere exercise in scanning or data entry, but as a comprehensive process of digitisation, updation, verification, public scrutiny and authentication of land records.

Land records form the foundation of a wide range of public services, including ownership verification, mutations, agricultural benefits, credit, insurance, compensation and land-related transactions. Recognising the importance of an accurate and accessible Record of Rights, the Revenue Department has adopted a departmental, field-driven model for the present exercise.

A dedicated software platform has been developed in collaboration with BISAG-N, providing for village-wise management of land-record data through a structured relational database. Unlike a simple scanned copy of a physical register, the digital record captures individual particulars in defined data fields, enabling systematic searching, comparison, validation, monitoring and authorised updating.

A key feature of the exercise is the Maker–Checker–Approver mechanism, designed to ensure that a record is not accepted merely on the basis of data entry.

Under the system, the Patwari acts as the Maker, entering the record; the Girdawar/Naib-Tehsildar acts as the Checker, verifying it against the source Revenue record; and the Tehsildar acts as the Approver, providing final approval.

This segregation of responsibilities creates successive checks against transcription errors, omissions, incorrect shares, spelling discrepancies and other inconsistencies. Every stage is electronically recorded, thereby creating an audit trail and fixing responsibility for the information entered and approved.

The Department has supplemented this institutional workflow with additional layers of supervision. Regular reviews have been undertaken at the highest administrative levels, while District-level Mentors and Prabhari Officers have been deployed to monitor both progress and quality. District committees have also undertaken cross-Tehsil verification to provide an additional layer of independent scrutiny.

The Government has also placed the landholder at the centre of the verification process.More than 6,800 village-level camps have been organised for public reading of Jamabandis, enabling landholders to examine the records and report discrepancies relating to names, shares, mutations and other particulars.

This public verification mechanism has been complemented by making digitised land records available for public viewing through the JK Zameen Sudhaar portal. Over 13 lakh rectifications have already been completed on the basis of discrepancies detected during verification and grievances received from the public.

The Government has simultaneously addressed the critical issue of pending mutations so that digitisation does not result in merely reproducing an outdated physical record in electronic form.

Approximately 7 lakh backlog mutations have been incorporated into the digitised Record of Rights and subjected to the prescribed verification and approval process.

The verified digital land database is now being transformed to support the AgriStack framework under the Digital Agriculture Mission of the Government of India.

AgriStack envisages an integrated digital architecture comprising the Farmers Registry, geo-referenced village maps and Crop Sown Registry. At its foundation is the ability to reliably associate a farmer with the landholding recorded in the official land records.

Traditional Jamabandis may contain several co-owners in a single khasra and may reflect shares at the holding or khata level. The AgriStack architecture requires the precise extent attributable to each recorded owner to be available in machine-readable form.

Through the transformation exercise, 31.26 lakh khasra records have so far been converted into the required owner-extent format. For the farmer the process significantly simplifies the experience of viewing and claiming multiple land parcels associated with his or her name.

A significant feature of the AgriStack implementation is that the process does not end with government-side verification alone. The farmer or landholder authenticates through e-KYC and is able to view the relevant landholding particulars on the registration interface. 

After examining the information, the landholder can claim the appropriate landholding group and provide voluntary electronic consent.A Farmer ID is generated only after the prescribed verification and approval process is completed.

The digitisation of land records is expected to substantially improve the everyday experience of citizens dealing with Revenue and agricultural services.

With land records available digitally, citizens will have easier access to their Record of Rights and will increasingly be able to obtain Revenue services without repeated visits to Patwari or Tehsil offices. Updated records, electronic audit trails and defined responsibility are expected to enhance transparency and reduce avoidable delays and disputes.

For farmers, AgriStack and the Farmer ID framework will provide the foundation for a more integrated delivery of agricultural services. A farmer’s verified identity and landholding information can facilitate more efficient targeting and delivery of eligible schemes, subsidies, procurement-related services, agricultural inputs, credit, insurance and disaster-relief measures.

Towards citizen-centric Revenue and Agriculture services

The ultimate objective is to make land records more accurate, accessible, transparent and useful, while placing the citizen and farmer at the centre of the digital transformation.

The ongoing exercise thus marks a transition from simply maintaining land records in digital form to creating a trusted, verified and farmer-validated digital land information ecosystem, capable of supporting transparent Revenue administration and more efficient delivery of agricultural services across the districts for the long-term welfare of farmers and citizens of the UT.

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The accused was wanted in connection with FIR No. 53/2026 registered at Police Station Miran Sahib under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, and the Arms Act.

The case pertains to an incident in April 2026, when the accused, along with his associates, allegedly attacked a police team carrying out lawful duties, leaving two police personnel injured. Since then, he had been absconding and deliberately avoiding legal proceedings.

Acting on credible intelligence, a dedicated team of Police Station Miran Sahib, led by Inspector Jatinder Singh, SHO, with PSI Rohit Kumar and accompanying police personnel, conducted sustained efforts and successfully apprehended the accused, Police stated.

Murad Ali @ Fajji is also a notorious bovine smuggler with a long criminal record. More than eight FIRs have been registered against him in various criminal cases, highlighting his repeated involvement in unlawful activities, Police claimed.

Further investigation is underway to ascertain his role in the present case and other criminal activities. Jammu Police remains committed to taking strict action against habitual offenders, bovine smugglers, and those involved in attacks on police personnel, ensuring that all absconders are brought to justice.

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The arrested accused has been identified as Tousef Ahmed S/o Mohd. Sadiq, R/o Talwara, Reasi. He was originally wanted in Case FIR No. 48/2019 under Sections 376/366/109 RPC.

During the course of proceedings, the accused escaped from lawful custody, following which Case FIR No. 68/2019 under Sections 223/224 RPC (escape from custody and resistance to lawful apprehension) was registered against him at Police Station Channi Himmat.

Since his escape, the accused had gone to great lengths to evade arrest — allegedly concealing his true identity and using a fake identity card under the assumed name “Mohd. Sahil S/o Liaqat Ali, R/o Talwara, Reasi” to mislead law enforcement agencies.

Acting on credible and specific information, and through sustained surveillance and investigation, a dedicated police team of Police Post Sainik Colony traced the accused’s whereabouts and effected his arrest. Upon completion of requisite legal formalities, the accused was produced before the Hon’ble Court for further judicial proceedings.

This arrest reflects the continued commitment of Jammu Police in ensuring that no offender — however long they evade the law — escapes the process of justice, Police said.

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On 08.08.2026, FIR No. 120/2026 under Sections 306/3(5) BNS was registered at Police Station Pacca Danga after workers of a jewellery shop allegedly decamped with gold belonging to the shop owner.

Following the registration of the case, SHO Pacca Danga and IC Police Post Chowk Chabutra launched sustained efforts to trace and apprehend the accused. During the course of investigation, multiple police teams of Police Station Pacca Danga, with the assistance of the ESU North Zone, conducted coordinated raids at various locations in Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, utilizing technical and human intelligence, Police said.

As a result of sustained and persistent efforts, the police teams succeeded in apprehending two accused persons from Tamil Nadu, identified as:

1. Rahul S/o Ram Kumar, R/o District Unnao, Uttar Pradesh.

2. Raj Kumar S/o Swami Dayal Bhadnag, R/o Unnao, Uttar Pradesh.

During their apprehension, stolen gold ornaments weighing approximately 111 grams (11.6 tolas) and valued at approximately Rs.16 lakh were recovered from their possession.

Further investigation into the case is in progress to ascertain the involvement of other persons and recover any remaining stolen property.

The entire operation was conducted under the supervision of SP North Jammu and SDPO North Jammu, with coordinated efforts by the officers and personnel of Police Station Pacca Danga and ESU North Zone.

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Chairing a review meeting on the issue, the Chief Minister observed that the stray dog menace has emerged as one of the foremost practical concerns for residents of Srinagar, with the issue affecting the daily lives and sense of security of citizens across the city and beyond.

The Chief Minister noted that the progress in addressing the issue in Jammu through better handling of sterilisation coverage needs to be replicated in Kashmir division. He questioned why the relatively better implementation of Animal Birth Control being followed in Jammu has not been implemented efficiently in Kashmir.

“Within the same territory, we have success of having achieved around 80 per cent sterilisation in Jammu, while Srinagar has not been able to make comparable progress. If we have demonstrated that it can be done in Jammu, we should be able to replicate that success in Srinagar,” the Chief Minister said.

Seeking a clear assessment of the requirements of the concerned departments in terms of veterinary surgeons, paravets and other support staff needed in Kashmir division, Omar Abdullah assured full government support for the resources needed to undertake the work in a sustained manner and directed to immediately engage the requisite staff and take immediate action on ground to address the issue of dog menace including measures for quick disposal of garbage dumps so that dogs do not thrive on road side piles of food waste. CM exhorted SMC and JMC to deal with garbage disposal within municipal areas in quick time, which is seen as major hazard by the public as giving rise to dog menace and giving an impression of polluted cities.

He directed that a dedicated team be constituted within SMC to address the issue in mission mode, with emphasis on substantially increasing the number of trained dog catchers, scaling up sterilisation operations and strengthening the availability of veterinary doctors and trained personnel.

The Chief Minister stressed that the response must be humane and in accordance with established procedures, while remaining focused on effectively controlling the stray dog population and addressing the concerns of citizens.

He called for greater coordination among the Housing & Urban Development Department, Health and Medical Education Department, SMC and other concerned agencies to ensure that the measures adopted translate into measurable improvement on the ground.

The Chief Minister said the objective should be to develop a sustainable and effective mechanism for addressing the stray dog issue not only in Srinagar but across Jammu and Kashmir.

Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Commissioner Secretary Housing & Urban Development Mandeep Kaur, Commissioner Secretary Health & Medical Education M Raju, Commissioner Secretary Education, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Inspector General of Police Jammu Zone, Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation and other concerned officers attended the meeting.

Jammu based officers took part in the meeting through video conferencing.

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Officials said that Omar Abdullah directed the School Education Department to complete its inquiry into the heinous incident in Kishtwar involving a young schoolgirl on an expeditious basis, so that stringent and exemplary action can be ensured in the matter.

The Chief Minister directed the concerned authorities to complete the inquiry within one month and take all necessary steps to bring the investigation to its logical conclusion.

He stressed the need for a thorough and time-bound inquiry, underscoring that the matter must be dealt with firmly and that appropriate action be taken based on the findings of the inquiry.

The heinous incident came to light recently in which a government school headmaster allegedly raped a minor tribal girl student over several months, inducing a pregnancy that ended with her death after a failed abortion attempt and subsequent stillbirth, in Jammu’s Kishtwar district.

Following the girl’s death late on Thursday night, protests broke out in her village and spread to different parts of the district by Friday morning.

The girl was reportedly pregnant for seven months and died on her way to Jammu where she was being ferried after her condition deteriorated following the stillbirth in another district of the region, protesters alleged.

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Rejecting criticism that the tariff hike contradicted the government’s election commitment, Omar said power rates had been raised by over 14 percent during the previous regimes and asserted that the present increase was only to the extent necessary. He added that a reduction in power losses would eventually help the government avoid such measures.

Omar told reporters in Srinagar “When did I say that the power tariff will not increase, I had said that we will be giving 200 units of electricity free to poor people.  I explained this in assembly as well, that we will be giving the electricity under the scheme using the solar panel, it has no relation with power tariff. But those who are questioning, during their own regime, power tariff was increased by more than 14%, they did not feel that it was injustice. We have raised only that much that was needed, it was required. As soon as losses will come down, we will not have to take such steps”.

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The protestors raised slogans against the power tariff hike and demanded immediate rollback.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Apni Party on Monday held separate protests in Srinagar against electricity tariff hike in Jammu and Kashmir, which will be effective from September 1.

PDP leaders and workers assembled at the party office near General Post Office and raised slogans against the 6.83 per cent hike in electricity tariffs ordered by the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission last week.

The protesters, carrying placards, tried to march towards Residency Road but were prevented by police personnel deployed for law and order duty.

PDP senior leaders and workers, led by Party General Secretary Mohammad Khursheed Alam, staged a strong protest against the 6.83% electricity tariff hike, calling it yet another burden on the people of J&K.

At a time when households are already struggling with rising costs, the government must stop adding to their burden. Electricity is an essential service, not a source of revenue at the expense of ordinary people. The tariff hike must be rolled back, they demanded.

Apni Party leaders and workers assembled at Press Enclave near Pratap Park.

They demanded a roll back of the hike and urged the National Conference Government to fulfil its promise of providing 200 free electricity units to each household every month.

The Apni Party workers also tried to march on the main road but were stopped by police.

Meanwhile, Imran Nabi Dar, chief spokesman of ruling National Conference, in a post on X said “J&K has the lowest tariffs in every category among the northern states (Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi). No other state in comparison has lower average energy charges (Rs./kWh). The just announced power tariff hike by JERC is not the first and certainly not the last. This definitely is “lower” hike in comparison with previous years.  

Sajad Lone, president J&K Peoples Conference, also criticised the tariff hike and in a snub to the NC said “Power tariffs in J & K cannot be suddenly compared to tariffs in other states at the pleasure of CM sahib. Power tariffs in J & K will be compared with tariffs in J & K in the past. What is this selective comparison. You didn’t make these comparisons during elections”.

“The increase of 6.8% translates into an increase of more than 500 crores. This money has to be borne by the consumers. And these unsuspecting consumers were waiting for free 200 units of power per month, as promised by CM sahib in his Party’s election manifesto”.

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A meeting for the fixation and approval of rates for land acquired by NHPC for the project was held in the meeting hall under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner in the presence of the Collectors concerned and senior officers.

The meeting considered the fixation of rates for 125 Kanals 15½ Marlas of un-irrigated land situated in villages Kishtwar, Pochhal and Palmar acquired for construction of the Power House Site, Dumping Site and Road for the Dulhasti Stage-II HE Project.

The case was examined with reference to the relevant revenue records, material available on the case file, the average sale rates of land for the preceding three years in the villages concerned and the Stamp Duty rates notified for the year 2026.

The rates proposed by the Collector Land Acquisition were based on the notified Stamp Duty rates for 2026, after due consideration of the relevant revenue records and other material available on the case file, in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (RFCTLARR) Act, 2013, particularly the provisions governing determination of market value.

After detailed deliberations, the Collectors present in the meeting concurred with and approved the rates proposed by the Collector Land Acquisition. Accordingly, the approved rates for the un-irrigated land were fixed as Village Kishtwar: ₹22.73 lakh per Kanal, Village Pochhal: ₹22.30 lakh per Kanal and Village Palmar: ₹3.82 lakh per Kanal.

It was further recorded that the aforesaid rates shall constitute the approved market value/rate for the purpose of preparation and finalisation of the Award, subject to determination and payment of compensation strictly in accordance with the applicable provisions of the RFCTLARR Act, 2013, the rules made thereunder and other applicable Government instructions and orders.

The statutory components of compensation, including the applicable factor, solatium, additional amount and the value of structures, trees and other assets, wherever admissible, shall be assessed and dealt with separately in accordance with law.

The meeting also took note of the acquisition proceedings, wherein the Preliminary Notification under Section 11, the Declaration under Section 19 and the Tentative Award under the RFCTLARR Act, 2013 have been issued.

Among those present were ADC Pawan Kotwal, ACR Idrees Lone, SDM Marwah Dr Mohammad Ashraf, SDM Paddar Dr Amit Kumar, SDM Chatroo Nayeem Ur Rehman and HoP Dulhasti Stage-II HEP ShivNath Kumar, besides other officers and staff concerned.

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The camp was conducted by Dr. Gautam Sharma, Former President, Indian Dental Association, Jammu, who examined members of the general public and provided valuable advice regarding oral hygiene and preventive dental care.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Gautam Sharma emphasised that brushing teeth twice daily is essential for maintaining good oral health. He also advised people to avoid soft and sticky sweet foods, which can contribute to dental problems and tooth decay.

Several prominent personalities were present during the camp, including Sunita Gupta, Ex-Corporator, Ward 37; Ashok Salgotra, State Secretary, BJP OBC Morcha; Manohar Lal Babbar, State Executive Member, OBC BJP Morcha; Vikas Singh, District Vice-President, OBC Morcha, Jammu North; and Pankaj Gupta, Senior BJP Leader.

The camp was organised by Abhimanyu Arora, who stated that such health camps are important for creating awareness among people and encouraging them to adopt regular preventive healthcare practices.

The organisers expressed gratitude to Dr. Gautam Sharma and all those who participated in and supported the successful conduct of the dental checkup camp.

Omnident toothpaste samples were provided by Group Pharmaceutical ltd. for the camp.

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The remarks came while addressing the State Office Bearers’ Meet of J&K BJP at Nowgam, Srinagar. The meeting commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by J&K BJP leaders, marking the auspicious beginning of the organisational gathering.

J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP  Sat Sharma addressed the gathering and shared his vision for strengthening the organisation and advancing the collective resolve towards a developed, prosperous and empowered Jammu & Kashmir. Senior BJP leaders and office bearers, including General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, Rajya Sabha MP Ghulam Ali Khatana, former Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Singh, Gopal Mahajan and Anwar Khan, were also present.

Dr. Jitendra Singh said Jammu & Kashmir has been witnessing a changing environment, with normal life getting restored and development gaining momentum. He said the progress being made in the Union Territory has created a new sense of opportunity, particularly among the younger generation, which is increasingly looking towards education, professional growth, entrepreneurship and wider opportunities.

Referring to the aspirations of the youth of Kashmir, Dr. Jitendra Singh said the younger generation is highly aspirational and does not want to miss the opportunities available to it. He said young people from the Valley are increasingly making their mark in competitive examinations, higher education and the private sector, reflecting a growing desire to move forward and build a better future.

He said, this growing aspiration among the youth needs to be matched by sustained engagement and greater grassroots connect. Dr. Jitendra Singh called for continuous interaction with common citizens so that their aspirations, expectations and concerns can be understood more closely and the benefits of development can reach people effectively.

He said peace and development reinforce each other. An environment of peace creates conditions for faster development, while development generates greater confidence and opportunities among people. He said Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing this positive relationship, with the restoration of normalcy providing a stronger foundation for development and growth.

The Minister said the transformation taking place in Jammu & Kashmir is particularly significant for the younger generation, which has grown up during a very different period and is now witnessing a wider range of opportunities. The priority, he said, should be to connect this generation with the larger development journey of the country and enable it to realise its aspirations.

Dr. Jitendra Singh also referred to the inclusive approach of the Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that development and welfare programmes have been implemented for eligible citizens without discrimination on the basis of religion, caste or voting preference.

Citing the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Ujjwala among the welfare initiatives, he said the benefits of such programmes have reached deserving households on the basis of their eligibility, without any consideration of vote bank. He said the focus of governance has been on ensuring that people receive the benefits they are entitled to, irrespective of their political preferences.

Drawing upon his experience of working in the North-East, Dr. Jitendra Singh said direct interaction with people at the grassroots had played an important role in building greater understanding and confidence. He said sustained personal engagement helps establish a stronger connect with citizens and enables people to experience the approach of an organisation directly.

He said this approach of reaching out to people and maintaining continuous grassroots engagement is equally relevant in Jammu & Kashmir. Greater interaction with common citizens, he said, can help strengthen participation in the development process and ensure that the aspirations of different sections of society remain closely connected with the broader growth journey of the Union Territory.

He said the aspirations of Kashmir’s youth represent an important opportunity for the future of Jammu & Kashmir. With increasing access to education, professional opportunities and development, the younger generation is looking towards a future defined by growth, achievement and participation.

He said the collective focus should be on strengthening this positive momentum through development, wider opportunities and deeper engagement with citizens. Stronger grassroots connect, he said, would help ensure that the benefits of the ongoing transformation are accompanied by greater public participation and confidence.

Dr. Jitendra Singh expressed confidence that the aspirations of the youth and the pace of development in Jammu & Kashmir would together contribute to a stronger and more prosperous future for the Union Territory, with its young population playing an important role in India’s growth story.

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The case pertains to NCB Jammu Crime No. 04/2008. On 3rd December 2008, NCB recovered 960 grams of charas from the conscious possession of the accused in the Kashmir Basti area of Jammu. The contraband was concealed in a packet kept inside a white polythene bag.

During the course of the trial, the accused jumped bail granted in 2010, resulting in the proceedings against him remaining pending. In a significant breakthrough, NCB Jammu subsequently traced him to Amphalla Jail, Jammu, and secured his production before the competent Court in August 2025, thereby bringing him back within the judicial process.

Following sustained legal proceedings, the Court of Sessions, Special Judge (NDPS Cases), Jammu, vide order dated 11th August 2026, sentenced Kunnu Bharti @ Abhinandan to three years’ imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹10,000. In default of payment of the fine, he will undergo a further two months’ rigorous imprisonment.

The Court further directed that, before his release, the convict furnish a bond of ₹20,000 under Section 34 of the NDPS Act, undertaking not to repeat such offences in future, NCB stated.

The conviction marks the successful conclusion of a case dating back nearly 18 years and demonstrates NCB Jammu’s resolve to pursue drug offenders even where they attempt to evade the judicial process by jumping bail.

NCB reiterates its appeal to citizens to join the fight against drug trafficking. Information regarding the sale, transportation or trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances may be shared through MANAS – National Narcotics Helpline, Toll-Free No. 1933. The identity of informers is kept strictly confidential.

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The device is being advertised by M/s Gambs Enterprises, Old Bus Stand, Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir.

The Department has cautioned that electric shock guns, stun devices, electric prods or similar devices shall not be used for stray animals as it violates Sections 3 and 11(1)(a) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, which impose a duty to prevent unnecessary pain or suffering to animals and prohibit treating an animal so as to subject it to unnecessary pain or suffering.

The Department has also drawn attention to the Arms Act, 1959 and Arms Rules, 2016. Under Section 5 of the Arms Act, sale, transfer, exposure or offer for sale, or possession for sale of firearms or other prescribed classes of arms requires the requisite licence. Contravention of Section 5 may attract Section 25(1)(a) of the Act.

The Arms Rules, 2016 specifically regulate Electronic Disabling Devices (EDDs). Depending upon their statutory classification and specifications, such devices may fall within the restricted or permissible arms categories, and Rule 89(3) provides that EDDs shall be sold only through authorised arms and ammunition dealers holding the requisite licence.

The Department has accordingly taken cognisance of the advertisement by M/s Gambs Enterprises and is examining the matter with the competent authorities to ascertain the legal classification of the device, the authority/licence under which it is being sold and its intended use.

All dog catchers, ABC agencies, contractors, Animal Welfare Organisations, municipal bodies and members of the public are also advised not to procure or use electric shock devices for catching, restraining or handling street dogs.

HUDD J&K reiterates its commitment to humane, scientific and lawful management of the street-dog population and adopts a zero-tolerance approach towards cruel methods used against animals.

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Rajya Sabha MPs Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzan and Gurwinder Singh Oberoi called on the Chief Minister and discussed various matters of public importance.

MLAs Zafar Ali Khatana from Kokernag and Choudhary Mohd. Akram from Surankote also called on the Chief Minister and apprised him of various issues and matters pertaining to their respective constituencies.

President of the Federation Chamber of Industries, Kashmir (FCIK), Shahid Kamili, former FCIK President Shakeel Qalander and FCIK General Secretary Afaq Ahmad also called on the Chief Minister. During the meeting, the delegation raised key issues concerning the industrial sector and discussed measures to strengthen local production, support enterprises and boost economic activity across Jammu & Kashmir.

Several other individuals and delegations called on the chief minister and appraised him of several issues and grievances.

The Chief Minister heard the delegations and representatives and discussed the issues raised during the meetings.

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Recalling that IIM Jammu started a decade ago with just 56 students on a temporary campus on Canal Road, the Lieutenant Governor noted that the institute has since grown into a nationally recognised and internationally engaged centre for management education. He observed that IIM Jammu is now the fifth IIM in the country to hold both AMBA and EFMD accreditation, and it has built academic partnerships with institutions across France, Morocco, South Korea, Greece, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, Poland, Sweden, Taiwan and, most recently, Brazil. He said the research output at the institute has also expanded sharply, growing from just two published papers in 2017 to close to 350 this year.

The Lieutenant Governor commended the hard work and a decade of consistent effort under the leadership of Director Professor B.S. Sahay, the faculty and the Board of Governors, describing the institute’s trajectory as a model that other business schools are beginning to look to for inspiration.

“I have seen details of one achievement after another, along with several distinctive initiatives that have become an inspiring example, a role model, for other business schools. I am certain that, in the future, people will remember these achievements as a standard and an ideal, and will seek to emulate them,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor invoked the founding stories of three of the world’s most respected business schools – Harvard, built on the discipline of case-based learning; Stanford, built on connecting the classroom to real-world enterprise through Silicon Valley; and Wharton, built on mastering the complexities of global capital markets. Each, the Lieutenant Governor observed, succeeded not by trying to be everything, but by committing to one distinctive idea and pursuing it with patience over generations.

The Lieutenant Governor said that IIM Jammu now stands at a similar starting point and the decisions it makes over the coming years will shape its identity for decades to come. He emphasised four priorities for the IIM Jammu.

“A distinctive academic identity should be the priority. Rather than relying primarily on case studies drawn from Western business schools, IIM Jammu should build its own tradition of case writing rooted in the realities of Indian enterprise including the logistical and entrepreneurial challenges unique to Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh.

Experiential learning. We need to move education beyond the lecture hall. Every student to undertake a real, tangible project before graduation, whether through the institute’s Entrepreneurship Centre, a policy challenge, or direct engagement with local businesses supported by its Centre for Small Business Development.

Research with a sharp edge should be the focus. Building on the institute’s rapid growth in research output, a deeper focus should be on questions specific to border economies, sustainable development and frontier entrepreneurship, areas where IIM Jammu is uniquely positioned to lead. Placements should be seen as a nation-building exercise. I hope within a decade, IIM Jammu graduates would be recognised for reshaping major companies and founding leading enterprises. Each graduate should be seen as a contributor to India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He said the real examinations take place in corporate boardrooms, markets and in life itself, where the data is often incomplete, stakeholders have differing opinions and there is no teacher to provide readymade answers.

“IIM Jammu’s growth must now be converted into new discoveries. IIM Jammu must ask itself what can be done in the fields of administration, sustainable development and entrepreneurship in the economies of border areas. I believe that great institutions are great because, when the nation faces difficult questions, it looks to them for answers. If IIM Jammu continues to move forward with complete confidence over the next ten years, I am certain that its name will be spoken across the world with immense pride and respect,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor released seven coffee-table books of IIM Jammu.

Padma Shri Dr. Milind Pralhad Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors (BoG), IIM Jammu; Shri Sriram Dandekar, Former Chairman, BoG, IIM; Anand Kripalu, Member, BoG, IIM Jammu; Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director IIM Jammu; S. Shivakumar, Operating Partner, Advent International; Vice Chancellors of various Universities; Head of Departments, Faculty and students of IIM Jammu; prominent citizens and senior officials  of Police and Civil Administration were present.

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The meeting focused on resolving infrastructure, regulatory and operational issues to enable early commencement of civilian flights from the strategically and socio-economically important airports, which will significantly boost regional connectivity in the Border areas.

During the meeting, the LG emphasised the time-bound operationalisation of the two airports. The flight operations at Thoise and Kargil, apart from fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of enhanced regional connectivity and inclusive development of Ladakh, would also unlock the immense tourism potential in border areas like Kargil, Drass, Turtuk, and Siachen Base Camp.

Indian Air Force approved allotment of 5 acres of land for construction of a new civil terminal in Nubra.

Runway recarpeting is underway for a November completion deadline.

Targeting commencement of civil operations by December 2026, from an old Chartered flight terminal at Thoise Airport, after refurbishing it.

It was decided to conduct a joint inspection with the Indian Air Force, Airport Authority of India and Ministry of Civil Aviation on September 1, in the presence of LG to assess civil operation readiness.

For commencing commercial flights from the existing Chartered Terminal at Thoise, Saxena asked the Airports Authority of India to submit the requisite infrastructure requirements to the UT Administration, based on which the Public Works Department will take up the necessary refurbishment works.

Commercial flight operations are expected to provide greater accessibility to residents of Nubra and facilitate travel for visitors to destinations including Turtuk, Siachen and other parts of the valley, while supporting tourism and local economic activity. Saxena urged all concerned agencies to undertake coordinated and time-bound action to complete the requisite infrastructure, regulatory and operational formalities at the earliest.

At the Kargil airport, the survey will assess the existing infrastructure, technical requirements and other aspects necessary for determining the future course of action for civilian flight operations. Civilian air connectivity to Kargil has been a long-standing priority, particularly in view of the region’s difficult terrain and prolonged winters.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Air Marshal George Thomas, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command, Indian Air Force; Executive Director, Airports Authority of India, and other senior officials of the concerned agencies.

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The court observed that prosecution evidence was still being recorded and that releasing Jan could give rise to the possibility of influencing witnesses, thereby affecting a fair trial. Special Judge Prem Sagar rejected her bail plea on Thursday while directing Baramulla jail authorities to ensure proper medical treatment for her health issues.

The court ordered that “the bail application of applicant at this stage is not considered and is rejected”.

The court, however, directed authorities at Baramulla district jail to ensure that Jan receives the medical treatment she requires. Jail authorities have also been asked to submit a compliance report to the court every fortnight.

Jan had sought bail citing prolonged incarceration, delays in the trial and health concerns. Her defence told the court that more than six years in custody had affected her health. She was claimed to be suffering from chronic dermatological problems, cervical spondylosis and chronic oculogyric headache.

The court did not find her medical condition serious enough to justify her immediate release, while stressing that the trial remains underway.

Jan has been in custody for more than six years and is facing charges under several provisions of the Ranbir Penal Code, Arms Act, Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosive Substances Act.

The case relates to the February 14, 2019, Pulwama terror attack, in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed when a suicide bomber targeted a convoy in Jammu and Kashmir. The NIA arrested Jan and her father, Peer Tariq Ahmad Shah, on March 3, 2020, alleging that they had harboured Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists at their residence and provided them with food and logistical assistance. Charges against Jan were framed on December 10, 2022.

NIA Inspector Arun Sharma filed objections to her bail application and stated that the present bail application filed by the applicant/accused is devoid of merit misconceived both on fact and law and the same is liable to be dismissed by this Court. At the outset NIA denied

all the contentions made by the applicant/ accused in the bail application under reply except those admitted unequivocally. The embargo created under section 437 of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 is also attracted in the present case. If the applicant/accused enlarged on bail, she may flee from justice and temper/influence the witnesses, which would hamper fair

trial of the case.

Insha Jan along with her father accused Peer Tariq Ahmad Shah, are accused of having

facilitated safe shelter to the JeM terrorists at their house and provided them with food and other logistics. She and her family was introduced to JeM terrorists by her neighbour viz. Mohammad Abbas Rather in May, 2018.

Pakistani terrorists Muhammad Umar Farooq and Mohammad Kamran Ali are reported to have come to their house in June, 2018. Subsequently, the JeM terrorists started coming to her home regularly with arms and ammunition. In January 2019 Muhammad Umar Farooq, Adil Ahmad Dar and Sameer Ahmad Dar came to her house with sophisticated arms and ammunition and stayed for many days. On 28 th and 29^th January 2019, the video of fidayeen Adil Ahmad Dar, which went viral after the attack, was recorded in her house, the NIA has alleged. Technical analysis has established that she was at her house at that time. Accused

Insha Jan remained in constant touch with Muhammad Umar Farooq over telephone and other social media applications, the NIA has alleged.

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