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SRINAGAR: The Health and Medical Education Department on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that measures are underway to strengthen infrastructure and patient care at Shri Maharaja Gulab Singh (SMGS) Hospital, Jammu, including an MRI facility, additional manpower, and a multi-level parking system. Replying to a question by MLA Yudhvir Sethi, Health Minister Sakina Itoo said []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday said that the rehabilitation process of Dal dwellers to Rakh-i-Arth Housing Colony, Bemina, has been halted due to multiple impediments, including an ongoing investigation by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). Replying to a question in the Legislative Assembly tabled by MLA Budgam Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi, the government []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that an environmental compensation of approximately Rs 3.10 crore has been imposed on private construction firm NKC Projects Pvt Ltd for causing extensive damage to the Shaliganga stream in Budgam district, in compliance with directions issued by the Supreme Court of India. The []

SRINAGAR: Two non-local persons sustained burn injuries after a gas cylinder caught fire inside a rented accommodation in the Habakadal area of Srinagar on Friday officals said. They said that the incident occurred at Kakaroad, where the duo suffered multiple flame burn injuries following the fire inside their room. They were immediately shifted to SMHS []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that centrally sponsored schemes under the Smart City Mission have been fully implemented in the Union Territory. Replying to an unstarred question (A.Q. No. 892) by MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, the government said it is not a fact that Smart City Mission (SCM) []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday said the estimated number of stray dogs in major urban centres of the Union Territory stands at 1,52,775, including 64,416 in Srinagar city as per the 2023 survey. Replying to an unstarred question by MLA Tanvir Sadiq in the Legislative Assembly, the government said 43,200 stray dogs []

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday reviewed the ongoing rescue and relief operations following the tragic avalanche at Zojila in Ganderbal district, which resulted in loss of lives and injuries. The Lieutenant Governor spoke to senior officials and took stock of the situation on the ground, directing authorities to ensure the safety of stranded []

SRINAGAR: Lawmakers across party lines in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Friday called for stringent legal and regulatory measures to curb the growing spread of fake news and misinformation, stressing the need for accountability, licensing norms, and enforcement mechanisms in the media and digital space. Participating in a discussion on misinformation, legislators urged []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA) Speaker Advocate Abdul Rahim Rather on Friday stressed the urgent need for a comprehensive legal framework to address the growing challenge of fake news and misinformation in the Union Territory. Speaking during a short-duration discussion on measures to curb misinformation, the Speaker said the issue has serious implications []

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Fact Check unit has rejected certain social media posts and news reports claiming an alleged Iran donation scam in Jammu and Kashmir, terming them as fake. Fake News Alert! Please stay alert against such false and baseless claims and posts on social media! pic.twitter.com/QfS94cUGre MEA FactCheck (@MEAFactCheck) []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Friday attached immovable properties of three proclaimed offenders in Sopore sub-district as part of continued action against the terror ecosystem. According to police, the action was executed by Sopore Police in connection with FIR No. 02/2008 registered under Sections 2/3 of the E and IMCO Act at Police Station []

SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday ordered the promotion of four members of the Jammu and Kashmir Private Secretaries to Head of Departments (Gazetted) Service as Senior Private Secretaries. As per Government Order No. 489-JK(GAD) of 2026, issued by the General Administration Department, the promotions have been sanctioned following the recommendations of []

SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday ordered the promotion and upgradation of 14 Junior Legal Assistants appointed under the Prime Ministers Special Package (Divisional Cadre, Kashmir) to the post of Associate Law Officers. As per Government Order No. 3898-JK(LD) of 2026, issued by the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, sanction []

SRINAGAR: A massive snow avalanche was triggered near Zero Point at Zojila on Friday, leaving several passenger vehicles trapped under snow and debris, officials said. Reports said that around three to four vehicles were caught in the avalanche. However, no loss of life or injuries have been reported so far, bringing relief to authorities and []

SRINAGAR: An 18-year-old fruit vendor was injured after being stabbed by another person in the Soura area of Srinagar on Friday, officials said. An official said the youth sustained injuries after being attacked with a sharp-edged weapon near Jinab Sahib in Soura. He was immediately shifted to hospital for treatment. He has been identified as []

SRINAGAR: A young labourer was found dead under suspicious circumstances in his rented accommodation in the Drangbal area of Pampore on Friday, officials said. An official said the deceased has been identified as Vicky, son of Baldev Chand, a resident of Farole in Tehsil Ramnagar, District Udhampur. He was around 22 years old. He was []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that a windrow composting unit established at the Fruit and Vegetable Market in Sopore is expected to become operational during the upcoming fruit season, with three more such units proposed for other major mandis across the Union Territory. The details were furnished in []

SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Friday criticised Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for taking nearly a month to unequivocally condemn Israels attack on Iran, describing the delay as disheartening. Her remarks came after Omar Abdullah, speaking in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, condemned the unjust and illegal war imposed on Iran []

SRINAGAR: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the government is taking all necessary measures to ensure that there is no increase in the prices of petrol, diesel, and Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Speaking to the media in New Delhi, she said a review meeting chaired []

SRINAGAR: In a swift anti-corruption operation, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) apprehended a forester and a forest guard red-handed while allegedly accepting a bribe in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Authorities stated that details regarding the bribe amount and the circumstances leading to the arrests are being finalised and will be released shortly. []

SRINAGAR: National Conference (NC) chief spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq on Friday condemned the US-Israel action against Iran, asserting that no country has the right to wage an undeclared war and kill innocent people, including children. Speaking outside the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, MLA Sadiq expressed solidarity with the people of Iran over the killing of []

Kashmirs architects and residents are fusing traditional building techniques with modern design to preserve a 3,000-year cultural heritage under threat from globalisation, reports Syed Shadab Ali Gillani In the old city of Srinagar, 26-year-old Iram grew up in rooms shaped by centuries of craft, carved walnut screens filtering afternoon light, a top-floor Zoon Dabb gallery []

SRINAGAR: Government of India (GoI) on Thursday sharply reduced special excise duties on petrol and diesel as global fuel markets remain volatile due to supply disruptions linked to the Iran conflict. According to a finance ministry order, the duty on petrol has been cut to Rs 3 per litre from Rs 13, while the levy []

SRINAGAR: The second phase of the Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly will commence on Friday, with the Union Territorys annual budget for 2026-27, amounting to Rsv1.13 lakh crore, slated for passage on the opening day. The budget, presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on February 6, has already been debated in []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet on Thursday approved a range of development projects aimed at strengthening infrastructure, public services and institutional capacity across the Union Territory. The meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at his official residence in Jammu, lasted about an hour and focused on accelerating development, improving service delivery and ensuring []

SRINAGAR: The second phase of the Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly is set to resume on Friday, with the Union Territorys budget for 2026-27 scheduled to be taken up for approval on the very first day. The budget, amounting to Rs 1.13 lakh crore and presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah []

SRINAGAR: Three employees of Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag were suspended on Friday following complaints of alleged administration of expired glucose to patients in the surgical ward, officials said. An official said that the action was initiated after patient attendants raised the matter with the competent authority, he said. The suspended officials have been identified []

SRINAGAR: The Centre has said that 96,476 workers from Jammu and Kashmir have been enrolled under the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) scheme aimed at providing old-age pension to unorganised sector workers. Replying to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje said that the scheme, []

by Sri Varshith Kumar Reddy E On the Orange Economy, Indias creative capital, and why Jammu & Kashmir may hold more on its balance sheets than it knows There is an old economic habit of mind that measures the wealth of nations by what they dig, smelt, stitch, or assemble, that is, by the tonnage []

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday has invited suggestions from the people for the establishment of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Boards (SMVDSB) first-of-its-kind International Goddess Museum, at Katra. The Goddess Museum is envisioned as a unique global spiritual landmark. Members of the public are encouraged to visit the official portal www.smvdsbimog.org to []

SRINAGAR: Nearly 30 cases of jaundice, mostly among children, have been reported over the past few weeks in the Zarihard area of Tral in South Kashmirs Pulwama district. Local residents said the spike in cases has created panic in the area, with many families rushing their children to nearby health centres after symptoms such as []

SRINAGAR: Panic and outrage gripped attendants at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag on Wednesday after allegations surfaced that expired glucose was administered to a few patients, triggering adverse reactions and raising serious questions about patient safety in the hospital. Attendants said that the incident came to light after some patients developed unusual reactions soon after []

SRINAGAR:The familiar sound that marked every hour at Srinagars historic Lal Chowk Clock Tower has fallen silent, with both the clock and its bells reportedly not working. The structure, popularly known as Ghanta Ghar, has been a defining feature of the city centre for decades, but in recent days, locals allege, neither the clock is []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) continues to remain closed for vehicular movement between Karol Bridge and Chanderkot, officials said. Authorities said clearance operations are currently in progress on the affected stretch, and no traffic is being allowed from either side until the road is fully restored. No vehicular movement shall be permitted from Jammu []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated the Jammu Marathon2026 Expo at Dussehra Ground, Gandhi Nagar, marking the final phase of preparations for the maiden Jammu Marathon scheduled for March 29. The Chief Minister formally opened the expo by cutting a ribbon and launched a signature campaign, following which he inspected []

SRINAGAR:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday chaired a Cabinet meeting in Jammu to review ongoing development initiatives and governance priorities across the Union Territory. The meeting assessed the progress of key infrastructure projects and emphasised the need to accelerate their implementation. The Cabinet also deliberated on measures to strengthen public service delivery []

SRINAGAR: Kashmiri Pandits on Thursday marked the festival of Ram Navami by taking out a Shobha Yatra in Srinagar, officials said. The procession, organized by members of the Kashmiri Pandit community, witnessed the participation of devotees who gathered to celebrate the birth anniversary of Lord Ram with religious fervour. The event highlights the continued observance []

SRINAGAR: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today conducted extensive searches at multiple locations across the districts of Srinagar, Ganderbal, and Shopian, leading to the busting of a significant terrorist recruitment module operating in coordination with handlers from across the Line of Control (LoC) and in connivance with a network based in Bangladesh. In a handout, the []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed in Ramban district on Thursday after huge rocks fell on the road, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on both sides, officials said. An official said that the highway remained blocked due to large boulders and a landslide between Karol Bridge and Chanderkot, halting vehicular movement. Traffic from Jammu []

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has given his nod for the introduction of a private members bill in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly proposing a structured framework for creation of new administrative units across the Union Territory. The approval has been granted under Section 36(1) of the JK Reorganisation Act, 2019, allowing PDP legislator []

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has asserted that Indias supply of petrol, diesel and LPG remains fully secure, dismissing claims of any shortage and warning against misinformation triggering panic buying. In a detailed statement, the Ministry said all fuel outlets across the country are adequately stocked and operating normally, with no rationing []

SRINAGAR: A man from Ladakh died, while four persons, including two tourists from Maharashtra, were injured in a road accident at Rail Gund in the Kangan area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on Thursday, officials said. The accident occurred following a collision between two cars at Rail Gund, Kangan, prompting an immediate response from police []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has issued revised deadlines to expedite treasury operations ahead of the financial year-end, specifically for bills under SNA SPARSH schemes. As per the new government order, Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) must submit all bills to their respective treasuries by 2:00 PM on March 31, 2026. Treasuries then []

SRINAGAR: Five persons, including two tourists from Maharashtra, were injured in a road accident at Rail Gund in Kangan area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on Thursday, with one of the injured drivers reported to be in critical condition, officials said. The accident occurred after a collision between two cars at Rail Gund Kangan, prompting []

SRINAGAR: The Government of India has informed the Lok Sabha that the process to establish Gamma Irradiation facilities in Ladakh, aimed at extending the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, is currently underway. Replying to an unstarred question by MP Mohmad Haneefa, Minister of State in the Prime Ministers Office, Jitendra Singh said that the []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir General Administration Department has issued a firm warning to administrative officers over delays in submitting and processing the Annual Performance Reports (APRs) of JKAS officers. Noting a substantial backlog for the 202324 and 202425 assessment years, the government has provided a final opportunity for officers to complete all pending files []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet is meeting here on Thursday in Jammu to take up a series of significant administrative and legislative matters ahead of the resumption of the budget session of the Legislature. Sources said that one of the major items on the agenda is the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) []

SRINAGAR: A load carrier belonging to Rising Kashmir Newspaper was gutted in a fire incident in the Sonwar area of Srinagar in the early hours of Thursday, officials said. The incident occurred near the UNO Office in Sonwar, where the vehicle bearing registration number JK01AN-6235 caught fire, triggering an emergency response. Officials said the Fire []

SRINAGAR: The Government of India on Wednesday outlined a range of welfare measures being extended to Kashmiri migrant families under the Security-Related Expenditure framework and the Prime Ministers Development Package, including financial assistance, food support, employment, and housing. In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said []

SRINAGAR: The State Election Commission, Jammu and Kashmir, has issued the schedule for revision of Panchayat Electoral Rolls with April 1, 2026 as the qualifying date, setting in motion the process across the Union Territory. As per the notification, the draft Panchayat Electoral Roll in Form PER-1 will be published on March 27, 2026. The []