Kashmir Reader

Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated the 70th National School Games 2026 at Srinagar. The event was being organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, J&K. Chief Minister arrived at the venue amid tight security, where he was received by officials and presented a guard of honour. He later declared the []

Will take tourism beyond traditional destinations, create livelihood opportunities across J&K Srinagar, Oct 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday termed the Jammu & Kashmir Homestay Policy, 2026, a major step towards promoting sustainable tourism, strengthening local entrepreneurship and creating new livelihood opportunities across Jammu and Kashmir. Following the approval of the Council of Ministers, []

Directs coordinated transport, security, accommodation arrangements Winter Secretariat to function in Srinagar Srinagar, Oct 13: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday reviewed arrangements for the Darbar Move Session 202627 at a high-level meeting, directing all concerned departments to ensure a smooth, secure and well-coordinated transition of offices from Srinagar to Jammu, along with adequate facilities []

Consultations With Farooq Abdullah To Be Held After Delhi Visit; Assembly Session Had Delayed Exercise Srinagar, October 7 (KNC): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday indicated that the much-anticipated reshuffle of his Council of Ministers is likely to be taken up shortly after the GST Council meeting and subsequent consultations with National []

Six Structures Damaged in Anantnag Fire, Firefighter Injured While Battling Blaze Anantnag, Oct 7: KNT: Six structures were damaged in a major fire that broke out in Qazi Mohalla of Anantnag during the intervening night of October 6 and 7, while a Fire and Emergency Services personnel sustained injuries during the firefighting operation. The blaze []

Srinagar, Oct 06: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday reviewed the preparations for the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon, which is scheduled to be held on October 25 this year. The event, which drew large participation last year, will have a dedicated category for athletes from Jammu and Kashmir to encourage []

Srinagar, Oct 06: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the ongoing crisis in West Asia saying that the conflict has engulfed not only the region but has also had repercussions across the world. He appealed to all peace-loving countries, particularly Arab and Muslim nations, to utilise []

Initiative will help extend reliable connectivity to remote, border communities: CM Srinagar, Oct 06: The Jammu and Kashmir Government, headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has approved provision of land for installation of mobile towers in underserved areas across Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at strengthening high-speed telecom connectivity in remote and border villages. Under the []

Suspension revoked; departmental proceedings to continue Srinagar, Oct 06: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has revoked the suspension of Dr Syed Maqbool Ahmad Shah, Associate Professor of Cardiology, Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu, nearly four months after he was suspended in connection with allegations related to cardiac procedures and claims under the PMJAY-SEHAT health insurance []

Inquiry officer appointed to examine alleged Conduct Rules violation, officers defence Srinagar, Oct 06: The Health and Medical Education Department has initiated regular departmental proceedings (RDA) against Dr Azmat Gowhar Khan, Chief Medical Officer, Government Medical College (GMC), Baramulla, over his alleged association as a director of a private healthcare company. According to an order, []

Srinagar, Oct 06: Light rain lashed parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday as the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar forecast intermittent showers, thunderstorms and gusty winds at several places during the coming days. The weather remained generally cloudy across the Union Territory, with light rain reported from some areas. Light snowfall is also likely over []

October 06: Continuing its crackdown against drug peddling, Police have arrested seven drug peddlers in separate cases in Budgam & Anantnag and recovered substantial quantities of contraband. In Budgam, during naka checking at Hyderpora, a police party of Police Post Humhama intercepted a WagonR bearing registration number JK04J-6805. Two persons travelling in the vehicle, identified []

Directs depts to ensure smooth facilities for devotees BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan on Monday visited Charar-i-Sharief to review arrangements for the forthcoming Urs and facilities for devotees. The Deputy Commissioner paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Sheik Nooruddin Noorani (RA) and inspected the ongoing development works, including the under-construction Guest []

KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam on Monday chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall, Kulgam to review the implementation and progress of Mission YUVA. The meeting was held in connection with the visit of the GDI Team to the district for an assessment of Mission YUVA. A detailed review was undertaken of beneficiary-wise progress, []

SRINAGAR: A group of Indian Forest Service Officers of the 2024 batch on Monday called on Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, at Lok Bhavan. They were accompanied by Dr MK Kumar, Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) for Working Plan, Research & Trainings. During the interaction, the young officers briefed the Lieutenant Governor on their field experiences []