The Chenab Times

The Chenab Times is a dynamic news website and advocacy group dedicated to addressing the development challenges, politics, culture, business, and literature of the Chenab Valley. We aim to highlight and challenge traditional views on cultural and tourism issues within the region. Our mission is to provide a detailed portrayal of daily life in the Chenab Valley, along with insights into political, social, and cultural movements. While our primary focus is on the Chenab Valley in Jammu and Kashmir, we also explore topics relevant to the broader area and issues that resonate with a global audience. Our platform features thorough explorations of protest literature, including poetry, short stories, and nonfiction written by local voices, rather than just established authors. We invite our readers to share their perspectives and report on daily events and issues that impact the community.

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AAP Alleges Harassment Of Party Workers In Chenab Valley, Warns Of Protest If Intimidation Continues

2 days ago | thechenabtimes.com | Alia Sadiq

Jammu, 26 June — The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday broke its silence over what it termed a sustained campaign of harassment and intimidation against its leaders and workers in the Chenab Valley, accusing authorities and political rivals of attempting to muzzle dissent through coercive tactics. The party has warned that if such pressure continues unabated, it may be forced to take to the streets in protest.
Why Iran Remains A Key Strategic Partner For India Amid Rising Tensions

1 week ago | thechenabtimes.com | Haseena Ayoob

New Delhi, June 15 – Iran’s strategic importance to India has been a cornerstone of New Delhi’s foreign policy in West Asia, driven by historical ties, economic interests, and geopolitical considerations. Over the past decade, despite challenges posed by international sanctions and regional conflicts, Iran has remained vital for India’s energy security, trade connectivity, and regional influence.
Doda Administration Issues Strict Advisory To YouTubers And Social Media Users Posing As Journalists

2 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Alia Sadiq

Doda, June 12 – The District Information Officer of Doda, in a significant move to curb misinformation and unauthorized activities, has issued a comprehensive advisory targeting YouTubers and social media content creators misrepresenting themselves as journalists in the district.
RTO Jammu Issues Strict Advisory On Public Visits To Transport Offices

2 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Alia Sadiq

Jammu, June 11 – In a bid to streamline operations and curb unnecessary footfall, the Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Jammu has issued a directive restricting physical visits to its offices strictly to applicants only. The circular, released on June 10, 2025, applies to the RTO office Jammu, the Boards of Inspection for Goods and Passenger Vehicles, Fitness Ground Nagrota, and Trial Test Ground Kote Bhalwal.
Activist Held For Highlighting Medical Negligence

3 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Anzer Ayoob

“ham parvarish-e-lauh-o-qalam karte raheñgejo dil pe guzartī hai raqam karte raheñge.”These lines were posted by social activist Owais Choudhary on social media on June 5, moments after walking out of jail. The post was accompanied by a video showing him emerging from detention, a symbolic return after being held for livestreaming alleged lapses in Sub District Hospital (SDH) Bhaderwah during the MLA’s official visit on June 3. Choudhary’s arrest has ignited a fierce debate in the Chenab Valley.
Deaf-Mute Student From Doda District Handwrites Entire Quran, Sets Stirring Example Of Devotion

3 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Anzer Ayoob

Doda, June 6 — In a remote hamlet nestled in the mountainous terrain of Bhalessa in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, a young girl has quietly accomplished a feat that has stirred hearts and inspired minds across the region. Mavish Arif, a 10th-grade student from Batara Gawalo village, has hand-written the entire Quran Sharif — a task she undertook independently over a span of nine months, despite being deaf and mute since birth.
SRTC Bus Service To Marwah Faces Overloading Concerns, JKRTC Issues Directive

3 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Anzer Ayoob

Kishtwar, June 5 – The recently launched State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) bus service connecting Kishtwar to the remote Marwah area in Kishtwar district has come under scrutiny following reports of overloading. A letter issued by the Depot Manager of the Chenab Valley Depot, J&K Road Transport Corporation (JKRTC), headquartered in Doda, has highlighted safety concerns and urged authorities to take immediate action to prevent overcrowding on the buses.
Operation Shield Conducted In Doda To Test Emergency Preparedness

4 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Raja Shakeel

Doda, May 31 – In a significant demonstration of crisis preparedness, a comprehensive mock drill codenamed Operation Shield was successfully conducted today in District Doda. The exercise, simulating a large-scale emergency response to potential wartime or terrorist threats, brought together a wide array of agencies in a coordinated effort to assess and strengthen their inter-agency response mechanisms.
GMC Doda Doctor Files FIR Against MLA Doda Over Alleged Threats And Malpractice Claims

4 weeks ago | thechenabtimes.com | Anzer Ayoob

Doda, May 30 – A simmering conflict between Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mehraj Malik and the medical staff of Government Medical College (GMC) Doda has erupted into a full-blown crisis, leaving patients in distress and igniting a heated public debate. The immediate trigger—a sudden strike by doctors on May 29—follows a series of allegations by Mr. Malik, culminating in a First Information Report (FIR) filed by a senior doctor against the legislator.
NH244 Reopened After Three-Day Blockade Near Kandini In Kishtwar

1 month ago | thechenabtimes.com | Anzer Ayoob

Kishtwar, May 28 — Traffic on the crucial National Highway 244 was restored on Wednesday approximately 4:30 p.m., three days after a massive landslide near the Phagumar-Kandini stretch in Kishtwar district had brought vehicular movement to a standstill. The blockade, which began on May 25, had left scores of vehicles and commuters stranded on either side of the slide.