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Farooq Abdullah Signs Condolence Book at Iranian Embassy in Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 10 (NVI): National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday visited the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi and signed the condolence book over the martyrdom of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the spiritual and supreme leader of Iran, expressing sympathies on behalf of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

Abdullah conveyed heartfelt condolences to the people and leadership of Iran during the visit, party sources said.

He was accompanied by National Conference Members of Parliament Chowdhury Mohammad Ramzan, Sajjad Ahmed Kichloo and Gurwinder Singh Oberoi.

The delegation also met the Deputy Ambassador of Iran to India and expressed solidarity with the people of Iran in this hour of grief. They prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul, the sources added.(NVI)

Kashmir’s Famous Tulip Garden to Open on March 16: Floriculture Dept

A view of the famous Tulip Garden in Kashmir.

Srinagar, Mar 10 (NVI): Asia’s largest tulip garden in Srinagar will be thrown open to visitors from March 16, 2026, the Floriculture Department–Kashmir said on Tuesday.

According to officials, the world-famous Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, located at the foothills of the Zabarwan range overlooking Dal Lake, has been prepared for the upcoming spring season and final arrangements are underway for the opening.

The garden, considered the largest tulip garden in Asia, attracts thousands of tourists from across the country and abroad every year during the blooming season. Spread across terraced slopes, it features more than a million tulip bulbs of multiple varieties along with other spring flowers, creating a vibrant floral landscape.

Officials said the opening of the garden marks the beginning of the tourism season in Kashmir, with visitors expected to throng the site to witness the colourful tulip bloom.(NVI)

Suspected Drone Activity Along IB in Samba; Search Operation Launched

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Jammu, Mar 10 (NVI): Security forces on Tuesday launched a search operation after suspected Pakistani drone activity was reported along the International Border (IB) in Samba district.

Officials told NVI that movement of a suspected enemy drone was detected over the general area of Daboh late Monday night, following which security forces initiated countermeasures and deployed additional personnel to the area.

They said a thorough search operation was launched to ensure that no weapons or narcotics were airdropped by the drone.

Meanwhile, a joint search operation by the Army, police and Border Security Force (BSF) is underway in the area where the drone movement was reported.

Security forces have also launched a search operation in Bhai Nallah, Lala Chack and Malani in the Rajpura area of the district following inputs about suspicious movement in the early hours of Tuesday.(NVI)

Cloudy Weather, Snowfall Expected in Higher Reaches of J&K

Srinagar Mar 10 ( NVI) :The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Tuesday forecast generally cloudy weather with light to moderate rain and snowfall in higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir on March 10 and 11.

MeT department said that several higher reaches of Kupwara, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Anantnag and Kishtwar districts are likely to receive moderate snowfall during the period. However, the weather is expected to remain generally dry from March 12 to 14 across the Union Territory.

The department said that cloudy conditions may prevail on March 15 and 16, with a spell of light rain or snowfall in higher reaches at scattered places towards the night of March 15 and the morning of March 16.

Similar weather conditions are likely on March 17 and 18, while on March 19 and 20 the weather is expected to remain generally cloudy with the possibility of light rain at a few places.

Meanwhile, the MeT department has issued an advisory warning of temporary traffic disruptions over higher reaches and important passes of Kupwara, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Anantnag and Kishtwar districts. Farmers have been advised to suspend farm operations during March 10 and 11.

The department also warned of the possibility of thunder and gusty winds with speeds of 30–40 kmph at a few places between March 9 and 11, the official said. (NVI)

PM Modi Greets CM Omar Abdullah on 56th Birthday

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Srinagar, Mar 10 (NVI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended birthday greetings to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, wishing him a long life and good health.

In a message posted on X, Modi said, “Greetings to Jammu and Kashmir CM Shri Omar Abdullah Ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with a long life and wonderful health.”

Abdullah, a senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), turned 56 on Tuesday.

As per news Vibes of India (NVI ), Omar Abdullah has been serving as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir since October 2024. He earlier held the post from 2009 to 2015 and has also served as a Member of Parliament and Union Minister of State, representing the third generation of his family in politics.(NVI)

NCERT Withdraws Class 8 Social Science Book, Apologises Over Judiciary Chapter

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New Delhi, Mar 10 (NVI): The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has withdrawn its Class 8 Social Science textbook “Exploring Society: India and Beyond (Part II)” and issued an unconditional apology over concerns related to a chapter on the judiciary.

In a statement posted on X, NCERT Director and members apologised for Chapter IV titled “The Role of Judiciary in our Society” in the book.

NCERT said the entire textbook has been withdrawn and is no longer available.

The council expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and reiterated its commitment to maintaining accuracy, sensitivity and responsibility in educational content.

The move follows objections regarding the portrayal of the judiciary in the chapter, including a sub-section titled “Corruption in the Judiciary.”

Earlier, the Supreme Court of India had imposed a blanket ban on the publication and dissemination of the textbook on February 26 and directed NCERT to submit details of the Teaching-Learning Materials Committee that approved the chapter.

NCERT has also requested individuals or organisations possessing the textbook to return it to the Department of Education in Social Sciences or the Publication Division at its New Delhi office. It further urged people to delete any digital or social media content related to the chapter. (NVI)

LG Manoj Sinha Greets CISF Personnel on Raising Day

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Srinagar, Mar 10 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday extended greetings to the personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and their families on the occasion of the force’s Raising Day.

In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said the CISF has been playing a vital role in securing the nation’s critical infrastructure and ensuring safety at key installations across the country.

He said the nation is proud of the service, dedication and sacrifices made by CISF personnel in the discharge of their duties.

“I salute your bravery and steadfast commitment towards safeguarding the nation,” Sinha said.(NVI)

Soldier’s Body Recovered in Rajouri a Day After Going Missing During Army Exercise

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Jammu, Mar 10 (NVI): The body of a soldier who had gone missing during a river-crossing training exercise in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir a day earlier was recovered on Tuesday, officials said.

The body of Sepoy Akshit Sharma was recovered from the Manawar stream in the Khour area by a joint search party comprising the Army, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local rescuers this morning, they said.

Sepoy Sharma had gone missing on Monday during a river-crossing exercise conducted by the Army in the Sundarbani area of Rajouri district, prompting a massive search operation. Officials said the search was carried out overnight before the body was recovered on Tuesday morning.(NVI)

Domestic LPG Supply Prioritised; 25-Day Gap Between Bookings Introduced

New Delhi, Mar 10 (NVI): In view of ongoing geopolitical disruptions affecting fuel supply and constraints in the availability of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has directed oil refineries to enhance LPG production and utilise the additional output primarily for domestic consumption.

According to official directives, the ministry has prioritised the supply of domestic LPG cylinders to households to ensure uninterrupted availability for cooking purposes. To prevent hoarding and black marketing, authorities have also introduced a 25-day inter-booking period between successive LPG cylinder bookings.

Officials said that non-domestic LPG supplies sourced from imports are being prioritised for essential sectors, including hospitals and educational institutions, to maintain critical services.

For other non-domestic sectors such as restaurants, hotels and industries, the ministry has constituted a committee comprising three Executive Directors (EDs) of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). The panel will review representations and requests related to LPG supply for these sectors.

The move aims to streamline LPG distribution and ensure that essential domestic and institutional needs are met during the current supply constraints, officials added.(NVI)

J&K Govt Removes Three Jal Shakti Employees Facing Anti-National Charges

Srinagar, Mar 10 (NVI): The Jammu and Kashmir government has disengaged three workers of the Jal Shakti Department for their alleged involvement in anti-national and subversive activities, officials said on Tuesday.

According to official orders NVI  Showkat Ahmad Zargar, a resident of Iqbal Mohalla Bijbehara in Anantnag district, who was working as a Daily Rated Wager (DRW) in the department, has been disengaged from service with immediate effect.

Officials said an FIR (No. 53/2019) was registered against him under Section 307 of the RPC, Sections 7/27 of the Arms Act and Sections 16 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The chargesheet has been filed in the case and the matter is currently under trial.

In a separate order, Liyaqat Ali Bhagwan, a resident of Bhagwan Mohalla Huller in Kishtwar district and working as a Need Based Casual Labourer (NBCL) posted at Berwar, Kishtwar, was also disengaged.

Officials said FIR No. 230/2019 was registered against him under Sections 13, 18, 19, 38 and 39 of the UAPA and the chargesheet has been filed after completion of investigation.

Similarly, Kousar Hussain Bhagwan, a resident of Hunjala in Kishtwar district and working as a Need Based Casual Labourer posted at Huller under PHE Sub-Division Kishtwar, has also been disengaged.

He is facing allegations in FIR No. 230/2019 under Sections 13, 18, 19, 38 and 39 of the UAPA, and the case is presently under trial.

The orders were issued by the Jal Shakti Department following references from the Home Department, officials added.(NVI)

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