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Mumbai, Oct 13: The rupee appreciated 82 paise to 94.96 against US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, supported by various RBI measures aimed at reducing immediate dollar demand and curbing excessive positions in the foreign exchange market. Forex traders said measures including a dedicated dollar window for oil marketing companies through designated banks and higher costs for certain foreign exchange hedging transactions, are expected to reduce dollar demand in the spot market and curb speculati

Poonch, Oct 13: At least four persons, including three minors, were injured after a Tata Mobile vehicle skidded off the road at Dogrian while travelling from Peer Ki Gali towards Bufliaz in Poonch district. Official said that the vehicle carrying residents of Songari, Reasi was returning from Dhoke when it met with the accident at Dogrian area this morning. All four injured, residents of Songari Reasi, were immediately rushed to nearby hospital and later shifted to GMC Rajouri for advanced treat

Cairo, Oct 13: Saudi Arabia has launched an investigation to determine how its air defences failed to intercept a barrage of missiles and drones fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels, including an attack on Riyadh airport that killed at least 13 people and wounded over 300, two regional officials said Monday. The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to comment publicly, said the initial probe showed that Yemen's Houthis first fired multiple drones to pave

Panama City, Oct 13: A preliminary magnitude 6.1 earthquake hit southern Panama Monday evening, according to the US Geological Survey, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or property damage. The quake struck around 6:20 p.m. at a depth of 10 kilometers (6 miles) about 18 kilometers (11 miles) west of Ro Grande in the country's south. The quake comes after two powerful 7.7 and 6.6 magnitude earthquakes and a series of aftershocks roiled southern Panama on Friday afternoon. They coll

New Delhi, October 12:Trumps decision to ease restrictions on Russian fuel exposes the gap between Washingtons energy needs and its demands on others. India must defend its right to make independent choices based on national interest. US President Donald Trumps decision to allow Russian diesel into American markets has raised an important question about the consistency of Washingtons policy towards Moscow. For years, the United States has pressured India to reduce/stop its purchases of Russian o

New Delhi, Oct 12: Eminent statesman, philosopher and former Union Minister Dr Karan Singh launched Amongst the Chinars: The Kaul Family Legacy, authored by theatre director, writer and cultural historian Feisal Alkazi, at a literary event held at the Hyatt Regency, New Delhi, on Monday. The book explores the Kaul familys legacy, offering an opportunity to reflect on family history, inherited identity, and the preservation of cultural memory. Its title evokes Kashmirs iconic chinar trees, which

Srinagar, Oct 12: Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, today flagged off a group of 45 progressive farmers from different zones of Srinagar district for an exposure visit and capacity-building programme to Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana. The exposure visit has been organised by Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Department, District Srinagar, under the HADP project, Promotion of aromatic and medicinal plants. While interacting with the farmers on the occasion, the Dire

Mumbai, Oct 12: The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), featuring the worlds highest arch bridge over Chenab river, has strengthened all-weather connectivity to Kashmir Valley, reduced freight costs and created new opportunities for economic and business development, officials said on Monday. The completion of the crucial 111-km Katra-Banihal section, including the final 63-km Katra-Sangaldan stretch, of the USBRL project has overcome major geographical barriers posed by Pir Panjal mo

Ganderbal, Oct 12:Inspector General of Police (Kashmir Zone) Sujit Kumar on Monday called on university administrations to adopt a balanced approach to student protests, stressing the need to address genuine grievances through dialogue while taking action against unlawful activities. Addressing participants at a two-day national workshop on Reimagining Higher Education Administration for Viksit Bharat@2047 in Ganderbal, Kumar said institutional heads should engage with students in time and disti

Ganderbal, Oct 12:Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), in collaboration with the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), on Monday began a two-day national workshop on higher education administration, with participants calling for administrative reforms, digital governance and student-centric institutional systems to support the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. Academic administrators from 35 institutions across 14 states are participating in the workshop, the first of its kind in Jammu and

Srinagar, Oct 12:Jammu and Kashmir has contributed to a national publication on hernia surgery, with Prof M R Attri, Head of the Department of Surgery at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, co-authoring a chapter in a handbook released at HSICON 2026 in Bhubaneswar. Prof Attri, a senior laparoscopic surgeon, has co-authored the chapter History and Clinical Assessment with Dr Harsh Sheth of Mumbai in Hernia Management Pathway: An Algorithmic Approach to Hernia Assessment and Management. Th

Lolab, Oct 12: Pathan Panthers Lolab and NCC Narbal stormed into the semifinals of the Kilo North Kashmir T20 Premier League with emphatic victories in the quarterfinals at Chandigam Cricket Ground, Lolab. As per a statement, the remaining quarterfinals, scheduled for 13 October, will see Friends XI Lolab face Young Star Panjipora, while Hamdaniya Green Lar take on Sopore XI. With two semifinal berths already secured, the race for the coveted championship is intensifying, promising further thril

Kupwara, Oct 12: Abhishek Sharma on Monday assumed charge as Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, succeeding Shrikant Balasaheb Suse following a government transfer order. He was received by Additional Deputy Commissioner Gulzar Ahmad, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Peerzada Mumtaz Ahmad and other senior officers at the Deputy Commissioner's office. Soon after taking charge, Sharma held a meeting with district officers and called for coordinated efforts to address public grievances and ease the hardship

New Delhi, Oct 12:Wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra was on Monday named as replacement for injured Rishabh Pant in the India A squad for the first two matches of the tour of New Zealand, the BCCI said on Monday. Pant, who was leading the Rest of India squad in the Irani Cup, sustained a left-side strain and has been ruled out of the first two matches. The wicketkeeper-batter, whose availability for the tour was subject to fitness, remains under the care of the BCCI medical team and is recoverin

Anantnag, Oct 12: A woman was killed and her husband critically injured after a car hit their motorcycle at Furrah, Mir Bazar, in south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Monday. Officials said the i20 car (JK03M-4148) collided with the motorcycle (PB10FV-5999), killing Fareeda Akhtar on the spot and critically injuring her husband, Mohd Altaf Bhat, a resident of Baihama, Qazigund. Bhat was shifted to hospital for treatment. Police have taken cognizance of the incident.

Srinagar, Oct 12:The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has dismissed a writ petition seeking protection of a pathway, saying that the disputed questions of fact and law must be determined by the competent civil court on the basis of evidence. A bench of Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal rejected the petition filed by a resident from Anantnag districts Chittergul-Shangus, Bal Krishnan Pandita, who, in his plea had alleged that the pathway in question was used by his family and other residents for several dec

Srinagar, Oct 12:Kashmir Elegant FC secured a thrilling 43 victory over Al Muqeet FC in an exciting encounter at the Srinagar Premier League 2026, organised by DFA Srinagar at the TRC Turf Ground, Srinagar. The match, as per a DFA statement, witnessed an entertaining display of attacking football, with both teams showing determination and fighting spirit throughout the contest. Kashmir Elegant FC went into half-time with a 31 lead, putting themselves in a strong position heading into the second

Bandipora, Oct 12:A severe hailstorm accompanied by gusty winds damaged apple crops across 262 hectares in Bandipora district, with losses reaching 80 percent in some areas, a preliminary assessment by the Horticulture Department has found. The hailstorm struck on Thursday afternoon, initially bringing light drizzle before intensifying into heavy hail that pounded orchards for several minutes. According to a report submitted by the Chief Horticulture Officer to the District Development Commissio

Srinagar, Oct 12:Zahid Rafiq Kota states that he has achieved a milestone by exploring more than 200 alpine lakes across the Himalayas. He says that this milestone marks an extraordinary journey built on relentless endurance, rigorous preparation, discipline and an unyielding determination to explore the mountains beyond the known trails. As per a statement issued, what makes the achievement significant is not simply the number 200+, but the years of effort behind itlong approaches, demanding te

Shopian, Oct 12: As the apple harvesting season peaks in south Kashmirs Shopian district, orchardists are beginning to realise the extent of damage caused to their crop by multiple spells of hailstorms during the current farming season, with growers in some areas reporting losses of more than 60 per cent. Since April, several spells of hailstorms have lashed dozens of apple-growing villages across the district, damaging fruit in orchards and raising concerns among growers about the quality of th

Srinagar, Oct 12:Indian racing sensation Atiqa Mir has received another timely boost to her fast-rising career with her signing by Kart Republic (KR), a team owned by Italian veteran Dino Chiesa, who helped launch the careers of multiple Formula 1 world champions, including Lewis Hamilton. The 11-year-old, as per a statement issued, has switched to KR mid-season after impressing Chiesa with her performances in multiple karting series in Europe. The long list of Formula 1 drivers, who have worked

Srinagar, Oct 12:Jammu and Kashmir endured a disappointing second day of their Ranji Trophy 2026-27 campaign as Madhya Pradesh's bowlers dismantled their batting line-up before the visitors strengthened their position by reaching 59 for four in the second innings at the Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Stadium in Srinagar on Monday. Resuming at 3 for one, J&K were bowled out for 120 in 46.3 overs, conceding a first-innings lead of 76 runs to Madhya Pradesh. The visitors then lost four wickets in their sec

Kargil, Oct 12: In a powerful demonstration, hundreds of women representing various social organisations, took to the streets of Leh to register a strong protest against the Union Territory administrations decision to grant new bar and liquor licences. Raising slogans to protect Ladakhs socio-cultural fabric and fragile community life, the protesters demanded an immediate rollback of the excise policy and urged the government to declare Ladakh a completely dry state. The peaceful protest march s

Jammu, Oct 12:Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Amit Sharma on Monday chaired a comprehensive hybrid review meeting with the nodal officers and district coordinators of the Directorate to assess the progress of District Census Hand Book (DCHB) under ongoing Census 2027 between October 1 to October 30, 2026 in all the districts of the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. A detailed district-wise review was undertaken

Jammu, Oct 12:Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Monday asserted that the government was assessing losses and damages to properties during flash floods triggered by heavy rains in Jammu on October 11, 2026. Choudhary, while addressing media here, assured that all the affected people would be compensated as early as possible as the government had sought reports vis--vis losses from the Deputy Commissioner Jammu and the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Commissioner. We know that the peo

Anantnag, Oct 12:Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee (DLC) under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, at the VC Hall of the DC Office Complex, Anantnag, to review the progress and status of implementation of the Act in the district. During the meeting, the committee undertook a detailed examination of six cases submitted for consideration under the Act. While scrutinising the cases, certain deficiencies were identif

Srinagar, Oct 12:The Centre for Womens Studies and Research (CWSR) at the University of Kashmir (KU) held a day-long programme at the Main Campus to mark the International Day of the Girl Child. School students from Class 8 onwards, teachers and University faculty members took part in discussions on girls rights, education and well-being. The programme gave students an opportunity to learn about issues affecting their lives, share their views and take part in conversations about their rights and

Srinagar, Oct 12: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, AkshayLabroo, on Monday conducted an on-site inspection of the construction work of District Circuit House, Srinagar at Bemina. He also inspected the progress of ongoing works on the Additional Accommodation Block of the Zila Sainik Welfare Bhawan at Batamaloo. At the construction site of the District Circuit House at Bemina, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of the progress of ongoing works and reviewed various components of the project, ai

Srinagar, Oct 12:Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Chief Minister J&K, Mehbooba Mufti, on Monday opposed a proposed Western Foreshore Road stretching from Hotel Mamta to Habak via Cherry Park. She described the plan as a deliberate attempt to mislead people and advance a vote-bank agenda. In her post on X, Mufti said Cherry Park, being developed by the Department of Tourism, should be preserved as an eco-park, and not sacrificed for political appeasement. Why destroy Nigeen Lak

Srinagar, Oct 12:Mamta Yadav today assumed the charge as Director Information, Jammu and Kashmir, and held an introductory interaction with officers and officials of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR). During the interaction, the Director underscored the pivotal role of the Information Department in ensuring effective communication between the Government and the public, emphasising the need for transparency, accuracy, timeliness and wider outreach in the dissemination of

Srinagar, Oct 12:Minister for Agriculture Production Javid Ahmed Dar Monday said the unique landscape of Jammu and Kashmir needed to be preserved through collective efforts and greater public awareness. In his address at the inaugural ceremony of 13th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit, jointly organised by SKUAST-Kashmir and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Science, Technology and Innovation Council (JKSTIC). The summit was held under the J&K

Srinagar, Oct 12: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday directed the Public Works Department (PWD) and Forest and Environment Department to coordinate on slope stabilisation for mountain road projects, warning that unscientific hill cutting leads to repeated damage and costly reconstruction. Calling the practice penny-wise and pound-foolish, Omar said mountain road construction must incorporate angled slope cutting and bioengineering measures to prevent erosion and landslides. He was speaking a

My association with professor Yousuf goes back to the days when I was a third-year medical student at GMC Srinagar. Fresh from the boring and back-breaking first professional examination, we were excited to move around the hospital corridors in white-coats with stethoscopes dangling over our shoulders. We peeped into the wards, watched groups of eminent clinicians making morning rounds and felt sorry for the sick patients on tubes and pipes. There was an unusual excitement and an unknown fear. W

Climate change is no longer a far-off environmental concern confined to scientific discussions and policy documents. The Himalayan region of Kashmir stands at the centre of this emerging climate challenge. Extreme weather events have further intensified these problems. The devastating floods of 2014, which affected nearly 2.5 million people, claimed more than 280 lives, and caused estimated economic losses of around 1 lakh crore, remind us of Kashmirs vulnerability to climate extremes. The unpre

A growing number of homes in Kashmir now share space but not conversation. In the evening, parents scroll through phones, teenagers chat and share reels, and younger children watch endless videos. Speech is limited to chores such as dinner and homework. Mental health experts say this pattern is becoming common and deserves serious attention. Everyone is home, and yet no one is together. The evidence from around the world says this is not just any local problem. A Pew Research Center survey of Am

Srinagar, Oct 12:The government has notified the Circular Economy Policy 2026, setting out a 10-year roadmap to reduce waste generation, promote recycling and resource recovery, and create employment opportunities through sustainable enterprises across Jammu and Kashmir. The policy, notified by the Housing and Urban Development Department through Government Order No 208-JK(HUD) of 2026, envisages a shift from conventional waste disposal towards a system in which materials are recovered, reused,

Srinagar, Oct 12:The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare today directed states and Union Territories across India, including J&K, to ensure that hospitals and other clinical establishments prominently display their rates for healthcare services. The move is aimed at improving price transparency and helping patients make informed decisions about the services they require. In a letter to the Chief Secretaries of all states and UTs, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava has called

New Delhi, Oct 12: Delhi Police has de-notified Jantar Mantar as a designated venue for protests and demonstrations, naming Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground in East Delhi as alternative sites, officials said. The decision was conveyed through a standing order issued by Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar on Sunday, based on the recommendations of a committee constituted by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to examine alternative venues for public protests. Based on the Com

New Delhi, Oct 12:Leader of Opposition (LOP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and other opposition parties leaders have moved the Supreme Court challenging alleged large-scale voter deletions and irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, as Rahul Gandhi led INDIA bloc leaders in a march towards the apex court on Monday, demanding action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The petition has been registered on the Supreme Court's website. The legal move

Jammu, Oct 12: Three persons were arrested along with narcotics and a country-made pistol at two different places in Jammu, police said on Monday. The arrested include police follower Shameem Begum, who was arrested following recovery of 15 grams of heroin from her two-wheeler during checking at Balol in Miran Sahib area, a police spokesperson said. He said a case under relevant sections of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act was registered against her and further investigation

New Delhi, Oct 12: Ye mera mudda nahin hai. (This matter doesn't pertain to my domain), Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Monday, when asked about protests against the CEC in Delhi over the past few days and the associated restrictions. During an interaction with reporters on the sidelines of an event to commemorate the 33rd anniversary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) at Vigyan Bhawan here, he declined to divulge reasons for his refusal to meet Congress leaders over

Islamabad, Oct 12: Two Pakistan Army pilots were killed on Monday after their training aircraft crashed due to a technical fault, the army said. The incident occurred near Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan. (At) midday, a Mushshak training aircraft of Pakistan Army Aviation crashed near Nawan Killi, Quetta, due to a technical fault, the army said in a statement. Both pilots, Major Husnain Shehzad Humayun, the instructor, and Captain Abdul Samad, a student, died in the unfortunate cra

Washington, Oct 11: US President Donald Trump on Sunday said Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an energy ceasefire without offering specifics on terms. Neither side immediately commented on such an agreement. The announcement comes a day after Trump blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for attacking diesel facilities in Russia and contributing to a global shortage. Russia and Ukraine have repeatedly attacked each other's energy infrastructure during the war. Trump's brief post said onl

This October, a 57-year-old British adventurer stepped onto English soil after spending nearly 28 years walking around the world. Karl Bushby had travelled approximately 50,000 kilometres through 29 countries. He crossed jungles, deserts, frozen landscapes and political borders. To reach Britain, he even waded across the English Channel. Yet, it seems, as he approached the end of his extraordinary expedition, the most difficult part of his journey might not be behind him. It might be waiting at

Ghaziabad (UP), Oct 8: Since its inception in 1932, the IAF has evolved into an exceptional, capable, network-centric and multi-domain force that is alert and ready to meet any contingency, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said on Thursday. In his address at the Air Force Day celebrations at the Hindan air base here, the IAF chief also said conflicts in parts of the world have shown that air power is the primary means of protecting the national interest. Referring to Operation

New Delhi, Oct 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the new round of GST reforms approved by the GST Council and said its focus was to take faster decisions, lower compliance costs and automated refunds. The prime minister also said that the GST Council's recommendations on removal of arrest provisions, greater decriminalisation and simpler procedures will have a very positive impact. The GST Council on Thursday approved removing the arrest power of tax officials and raising the

Srinagar, Oct 7: PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday visited Shehr-e-Khas in downtown Srinagar and paid tribute at the tomb of Sultan Zain-ul-Abidin, popularly known as Budshah. Accompanied by senior party leader Naeem Akhtar, she walked through the old city's narrow lanes to reach the 15th-century ruler's resting place at Zaina Kadal, where she offered fateha and laid floral tributes. Budshah (1420-1470) is remembered as one of Kashmir's greates

Cairo, Oct 07: Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on Wednesday claimed attacks on military facilities and airports in neighbouring Saudi Arabia as the escalation deepened the latest front in the Iran war and threatened a crucial shipping alternative to the Strait of Hormuz. The Houthis' military spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree, said on social media that the rebels launched ballistic missiles and drones in the attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in the capital, Riyadh, but di

New Delhi, Oct 07: University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) has said it has received a letter of intent from the UGC to set up a new campus in Hyderabad, making it the first public American university authorised to establish a degree-granting location in India. Last year, Chicago's Illinois Institute of Technology became the first US university to set up its campus in India. Illinois, a private university, has set up its campus in Mumbai and welcomed its first batch in September. CU Denver's In

Kyiv, Oct 07: Russian attacked Ukraine's capital with ballistic missiles overnight Wednesday, killing two people and damaging civilian infrastructure, according to Ukrainian officials. Explosions were heard across central Kyiv at around 3 am. A rocket struck a nonresidential building in the Podilskyi district, sparking a fire, a statement from the Kyiv City Military Administration said. In the Darnytskyi district, a rocket strike caused a fire at a garage complex. The blaze was extinguished and