Srinagar, Dec 08: Jammu and Kashmir Police in Ganderbal achieved a major breakthrough in a sensitive security case related to the violation of ‘No Flying Zone’ restrictions imposed during the Amarnath Ji Yatra–2025.

An official said that a drone, illegally operated over the notified restricted area, was brought down by security forces using soft-kill methods to avert any potential threat to the Yatra.

As per the MHA guidelines, the entire Yatra corridor was strictly designated as a ‘No Drone Zone’, prohibiting any unmanned aerial vehicle activity to ensure foolproof security of the pilgrims and peaceful culmination of the Yatra.

Following the incident, FIR No. 26/2025, U/S 223 BNS was registered at Police Station Gund, and investigation was taken up. Furthermore, on the directions of SSP Ganderbal, a team of technical experts conducted a detailed forensic examination of the seized drone to retrieve operational data and identify the operators involved in using the drone over no fly zone.

Based on the FSL report, Ganderbal Police was  successful in  identification of the accused individuals namely; Owais Muneer Khan, S/o Muneer Ahmad Khan, R/o Sanat Nagar, Srinagar; and Farooz Ahmad Nengroo, S/o Abdul Rashid Nengroo, R/o Munwar-Abad, Khanyar, Srinagar who were responsible for flying the drone without any permission in the restricted zone.

The official said that both the accused have been apprehended and produced before the Hon’ble Court  and charge-sheeted in the case.

This swift and professional action by Ganderbal Police underscores the heightened vigilance maintained during the Amarnath Ji Yatra2025 and the unwavering commitment of security forces to ensure that no anti-national elements exploit any lapse to disrupt the pilgrimage, he said.

Ganderbal Police reassured the public of its dedication to safeguarding the sanctity and security of Amarnath Ji Yatra through proactive measures and prompt enforcement of the law.

New Delhi, Dec 8: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi today shared with the media a letter MP Baramulla Er Rashid has sent to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the growing disconnect between the Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister in Jammu and Kashmir.

“I write to you with deep concern about the growing administrative disconnect between the Lieutenant Governor’s administration and the office of the Chief Minister in Jammu and Kashmir, which has unfortunately begun to affect day-to-day governance and the delivery of essential public services,” wrote Rashid, in his letter to the PM.

Er Rashid has warned that the situation “has started to create uncertainty among citizens and has slowed down decision-making on key developmental and welfare matters.”

Referring to the impact on people, Er Rashid wrote: “People across Jammu and Kashmir are already dealing with difficult socio-economic conditions. Several developmental works, public grievances and routine administrative decisions are reportedly delayed because of friction or unclear lines of authority. This is causing distress to ordinary people who look towards the government with hope and expectation.”

Urging the Prime Minister to intervene, the MP Er Rashid stated: “Only your intervention can ensure smooth governance, restore clarity of functioning and uphold the credibility of both institutions for the larger good of the Jammu and Kashmir.”

He concluded with an appeal for coordinated governance: “I respectfully request your goodself to kindly look into the matter and take steps you deem appropriate to ensure coordinated functioning between the Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister so that governance remains stable, responsive and people-centric.”

Srinagar, Dec 08: The Fee Fixation and Regulation Committee (FFRC) issued a clarification on Monday, warning schools across Jammu and Kashmir against early fee charging for the 2026–27 academic session.

“Schools must adhere to this strictly, and any violation will be taken seriously,” the FFRC cautioned in a statement.

It notified that for the session 2026–27, the fee shall be charged from 1st April 2026 and not November 2025.

“Some complaints have been received against various schools located in the winter zone of J&K UT with respect to the fee being charged after the change of academic session starting from November every year, as ordered by the Government. These schools, after the session starts in November, are demanding the fee for the year 2026–27,” the FFRC stated.

It emphasized that the academic year and financial year are two different things. The financial year starts from 1st April every year, as a result of which the fee structure of the schools has been fixed accordingly. It is therefore informed that the fee fixed by the Committee is based on the financial year starting from 1st April onwards.

Further, it said that schools are directed not to charge any fee for 2026–27 from November onwards, but should charge the fee in March 2026 for the year 2026–27. This will be in accordance with the fee structure fixed by the Committee.

Ganderbal, Dec 08: Zojila Pass on the Srinagar–Leh road received light snowfall on Monday, with a thin layer of fresh snow settling around the 11,575-ft-high pass. The accumulation led to slippery road conditions, briefly restricting traffic movement.

The upper reaches of the Sonamarg health resort in Ganderbal district also witnessed light snowfall, resulting in a noticeable dip in temperatures.

The snowfall comes amid an ongoing cold wave across the Kashmir Valley, with cloudy skies persisting throughout the day. The fresh spell added to the season’s harsh conditions in higher reaches, particularly along the Zojila axis, which serves as the only surface link between the Valley and Ladakh during winter months.

Officials of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) said teams were deployed early in the morning to clear critical stretches and improve road grip. Workers were seen spreading soil and salt at vulnerable patches to prevent skidding and ensure uninterrupted traffic movement.