In a powerful show of public resolve against growing drug menace, hundreds of citizens from across the Kashmir Valley poured into the streets of Srinagar on Sunday, joining Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in a massive ‘padyatra’ (foot march) that turned into a rallying cry for a drug-free future.
The initiative aimed to promote mental well-being, encourage social interaction, and offer patients a rejuvenating experience amid a serene natural setting, said an official today.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday inaugurated the Almond Blossom Festival-2026 at Badamwari (Almond Alcove), titled 'Badam Vaer Blooms', in Srinagar’s historic old city, heralding the arrival of spring in Kashmir.
The Army Commander undertook a comprehensive review of the operational and security situation.
Addressing the 21st convocation of the University of Kashmir as the chief guest in Srinagar, he noted that they are stepping into a world marked by constant technological shifts and emerging opportunities, reminding them that “change is the only constant.”
Anshul Garg, Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, said on Thursday that the people were evacuated last night to prevent any loss of life.
In the 125th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, PM Modi spoke on the devastation caused by the monsoon, highlighted the first Khelo India Water Sports Festival at Dal Lake, and praised the ‘Pratibha Setu’ portal for supporting UPSC aspirants.
The rituals were conducted in the morning by a group of sadhus led by Mahant Deependra Giri and lasted for more than two hours.
The Srinagar Sector CRPF on Sunday celebrated the 87th Raising Day of CRPF with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour at the Group Centre, CRPF, Srinagar.
As part of the annual Swami Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, the sacred Chhari-Mubarak (Holy Mace) of Swami Amarnath Ji, led by Mahant Deependra Giri, was on Friday taken to the ancient Sharika-Bhawani Temple at Hari Parvat in Srinagar to pay obeisance to the Goddess on the auspicious occasion of Shravan Shukla Paksha Pratipada, in accordance with the long-standing tradition.
