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Self-enumeration for Census 2027 begins today in identified snowbound areas of J&K and across Ladakh, continuing till August 31. Residents can digitally submit their details ahead of door-to-door Population Enumeration from September 1–30. Caste is also included in the exercise.

BJP stages protest in Jammu, targeting the NC-led government over alleged failures

The Shri Budha Amarnath Yatra to Poonch in Jammu will begin tomorrow. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will flag off the yatra. Devotees who have arrived from across the country and abroad are enthusiastic about the pilgrimage.

Digital self-enumeration for the Census will open on Aug 17 and continue till Aug 31 in snow-bound areas of Ladakh and parts of J&K. Residents will be able to submit demographic, occupation, fertility & caste-related details online, enabling wider participation from remote areas.

HRainfall begins in several parts of Mendhar, Poonch district

Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory

Big announcements made by PM Modi today AI Youth Skilling: 1 crore youth to be trained in AI over the next year via nationwide mission mode. Free Online Coaching: Free online coaching will be provided to youth preparing for various examinations. Civil Defence Reform: Modernized training and enhanced capabilities to address evolving security needs. Sports Talent Hunt: Nationwide campaign targeting children aged 5–15 years across villages and cities. Semiconductor: 7–8 new production plants to operationalize within 1–2 years. Nuclear Energy: Target of 100 GW capacity by 2047 and 5 new reactors to be operational within 6–7 years.

Hailstorm reported in parts of Shopian district, with hail activity recorded in several areas amid changing weather conditions.

Five members of a family from Moghla village, Rajouri, reportedly fell ill after consuming contaminated drinking water. They were initially treated at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Kalakote and later shifted to Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri. Doctors said all patients are stable and out of danger. Deputy Medical Superintendent, GMC Rajouri, Dr. Javed Iqbal, urged people to remain cautious and ensure the quality of drinking water.

Jio and Airtel to increase mobile plan prices by 12% to 15% within the next 2 to 4 months.

Earlier a cloudburst hit at Srinagar-Leh Highway in the Rangamorh area of Sonamarg district.

J&K Police activates National General Emergency Response System, Dial 112, for immediate assistance during emergencies. Available through all police stations across Jammu Zone for fire, medical, women’s help & disaster-related emergencies. Citizens are urged to use the helpline.

Outage of electricity in most of the parts of Jammu city reported.No staff willing to fix the faults as JPDCL employee continue strike following suspension of employees.

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A minor girl was injured after being attacked by a leopard in Kakothal area of Kreeri in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Monday, officials said.

After threat letter, Kashmiri Pandits working in Valley asked to stay at home

Jammu city has recorded 79.0 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hrs. Katra 71.1 mm, Kathua 116.2 mm, and Samba 55.0 mm.

Heavy rains currently in Jammu city

In view of enhanced security arrangements ahead of Independence Day on 15th August 2026, security checks will be intensified at Railway stations in Delhi area from 13th to 16th August 2026.