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India and Japan on Wednesday strengthened their cooperation in emerging technologies and health research, with both countries exchanging agreements in the fields of quantum science and medical devices during a high-level bilateral meeting in New Delhi.

The Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, a 20-coach semi-high-speed train, commenced operations on May 2, 2026, marking a historic connection between the two cities. This new service significantly reduces travel time to under five hours, offering a reliable, all-weather alternative to road travel and boosting regional tourism and economic growth.

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh cautioned against oversimplified nutrition advice, emphasizing that diets are personal and not one-size-fits-all. While protein is essential, excessive intake and trendy high-protein diets may lack evidence and practicality, urging individuals to understand their own bodies and needs.

India has finally mapped its own DNA and what it found could change medicine for a billion people.

A 23-year-old Jammu man, Sachin Khajuria, who went to Russia for a job, was sent to the frontlines of the Russia-Ukraine war and has now been cremated after his death was confirmed. He is the second from Jammu to die in the conflict, with families alleging youths were duped by agents promising civilian jobs but were forced into the army.

A tragic accident in Doda district claimed the lives of a Jammu and Kashmir Police head constable and his wife. Their SUV skidded off the road and plunged into a stream. The couple died instantly. Their two sons sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention. The family was traveling to Bhaderwah when the incident occurred.

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Sunday unveiled India’s first indigenous Hydrogen fuel cell bus in Pune. The Hydrogen fuel cell bus is developed by the CSIR - Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and KPIT Limited. The fuel cell makes use of hydrogen and air in order to produce electricity and power the bus, hence making it the environment-friendly transportation mode, quoted Dr. Jitendra Singh in the press release.

Pakistan ratcheted up tension along the border targeting 35 Indian check-posts on Monday in the most intensive ceasefire violation since the Narendra Modi government took charge in May this year.

"In the midst of a Start-up revolution across India, government job mind-set of JK youth could prove to be an impediment," said Dr. Jitendra Singh while inaugurating ‘Youth Conclave’ organized by CSIR-IIIM Jammu.

Union Minister dr jitendra singh and Lt Governor J&K Manoj Sinha have expressed grief on the loss of life in the tragic road accident in Kishtwar wherein a Passenger Taxi carrying commuters skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge.

One-third of Indians have fatty liver, a precursor to Type 2 Diabetes and other metabolic disorders. The Indo-French Liver and Metabolic Disease Network aims to combat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and its severe consequences through prevention and treatment. While in the West, most NAFLD is associated with obesity, intriguingly in the Indian subcontinent, NAFLD occurs in about 20% of non-obese patients.

Union Minister of State for Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh gave out some alarming facts about coastal erosion based on a study by National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) by revealing that as much as 294.89 kms or 28.7% of the coastline in Andhra Pradesh is under varying degrees of erosion.

‘Dropout’ word, a stigma of the yesteryears will become obsolete after the full roll out of National Education Policy (NEP-2020), Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) , dr jitendra singh today said, ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ is one of the corner stones, highly required for the ‘Exam Warriors', never imagined by anyone for the last seventy years.

IIM Jammu inaugurates a holistic orientation program for new batches, including Ph.D. and MBA students, featuring yoga sessions and insightful talks. Chief Guest Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes collaboration among institutions for educational excellence, setting a positive tone for students' academic journeys. The program aims to foster leadership and innovation, preparing students for rigorous academic challenges at IIM Jammu.

Yoga may significantly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. A new study suggests regular yoga practice can lower the risk by 40%. The Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India presented the report to Union Minister Shri J.P. Nadda. Dr. Jitendra Singh highlights yoga's potential in preventive healthcare. Further studies on traditional wellness interventions are underway.

Union Minister dr jitendra singh announced the finalisation of Udhampur airport's operationalisation, with Kishtwar airport also joining the UDAN scheme. This initiative will significantly reduce airfares, particularly for Delhi-Udhampur flights, making travel more affordable. Operations will commence with ATR 72-seater aircraft, capping ticket prices at nearly half the prevailing market rates.

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and Jammu Kashmir National Conference Vice president, Omar Abdullah on Monday called the draft recommendation of the delimitation commission "unacceptable" and said that it promotes the "political agenda of BJP".

IIT Roorkee celebrated its 25th convocation, awarding 2,614 degrees with a notable increase in female PhD scholars. Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the institute's startup contributions and urged focus on Himalayan studies and emerging fields like biotechnology. Five undergraduates were also awarded medals for their exceptional academic and all-round performance.