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MeT Warns of Heavy Rain at Isolated Places Across Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological department Srinagar has forecast hot and humid weather across Jammu and Kashmir over the coming week, with intermittent spells of rain and thunderstorms, while issuing a warning for heavy rainfall, flash floods and landslides in vulnerable areas of the Chenab Valley and Pir Panjal range. According to Director MeT, Mukhtar Ahmad, July []

9 Jul 2026 5:10 pm
South Kashmir: ACB Registers FIR Against Former Tehsildar, Naib Tehsildar and Patwari in Land Mutation Scam

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a case against the then Tehsildar of Bijbehara, Ghulam Rasool Bhat, the then Naib Tehsildar Fayaz Ahmad Wani, the concerned Patwari Ghulam Nabi Banday, and others for their alleged involvement in the fraudulent attestation of 162 land mutations involving around 1,050 kanals of land in []

9 Jul 2026 5:00 pm
Jammu Kashmir: Govt Constitutes Core Committee to Drive Health Reforms

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a six-member Core Implementation Committee for Health Reforms in the Health and Medical Education (H and ME) Department to oversee the coordination, implementation, monitoring and periodic review of key health reform initiatives across the Union Territory. According to Government Order No. 538-JK(HME) of 2026, dated July 9, []

9 Jul 2026 4:44 pm
Police Disengage SPO Over Duty Lapse During Amarnath Yatra

SRINAGAR: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Anantnag, Amod Ashok Nagpure (IPS), has ordered the disengagement of a Special Police Officer (SPO) for alleged dereliction of duty during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026. According to a police handout, the SPO, identified as Shabir Ahmad Ganie, son of Abdul Hamid Ganie and a resident of Primegam []

9 Jul 2026 4:27 pm
Jammu Kashmir HC Upholds Driver Promotion Rules, Dismisses Plea Challenging SRO 28

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed a writ petition challenging a provision of SRO 28 of 1996 governing promotions in the Drivers cadre, ruling that a government employee has no vested right to promotion or to compel the government to create posts or expand cadre strength. The court held that []

9 Jul 2026 4:21 pm
Man Dies After Receiving Electric Shock in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: A 35-year-old man died after suffering an electric shock near Aam Bab Ziyarat in the HMT area of Srinagar on Thursday, officials said. The victim was immediately shifted to JVC Hospital, Bemina, where doctors declared him brought dead. The deceased has been identified as Parvaiz Ahmad Parray, son of Habibullah Parray, a resident of []

9 Jul 2026 4:09 pm
LG Sinha Reviews Amarnath Yatra Arrangements at Pantha Chowk, Orders Round-the-Clock Care for Pilgrims

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday reviewed the arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra during a visit to the Yatra Transit Camp and Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk in Srinagar, directing officials to ensure that every pilgrim receives round-the-clock care and faces no inconvenience during the pilgrimage. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with []

9 Jul 2026 4:01 pm
Khyber Cement Renews Title Sponsorship of Kashmir Super League for 2026

SRINAGAR: Khyber Cement has renewed its title sponsorship of the Kashmir Super League (KSL) for the 2026 season, reaffirming its support for football development and youth talent in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the leagues second edition. The sponsorship renewal was formalised during a signing ceremony at the companys corporate office in Hyderpora, Srinagar. The []

9 Jul 2026 3:54 pm
Shopian Anti-Militancy Operation Enters Sixth Day

SRINAGAR: Security forces on Thursday continued a massive anti-militancy operation in south Kashmirs Shopian district to trace a second suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, a day after an LeT commander was killed in an encounter. The operation has now entered its sixth consecutive day. Joint teams of the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the CRPF []

9 Jul 2026 3:42 pm
If NC Gets Statehood at Jantar Mantar, will Welcome Them from Lakhanpur: Altaf Bukhari

SRINAGAR: Apni Party president Syed Muhammad Altaf Bukhari on Thursday said he would welcome the National Conference from Lakhanpur if it manages to secure restoration of statehood through its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar, as he confirmed receiving an invitation from the party for the event. If they get it at Jantar Mantar, then I []

9 Jul 2026 3:30 pm
Amarnath Yatra Sees 28 Per Cent Rise in Pilgrim Footfall

SRINAGAR: The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has recorded a 28 per cent increase in pilgrim turnout this year, with more than 1.42 lakh devotees performing darshan at the holy cave shrine during the first six days of the pilgrimage, official figures reveal. According to officials, 1,42,861 pilgrims had paid obeisance at the cave shrine []

9 Jul 2026 10:07 am
DSEJ Orders Review of Books in Schools, Coaching Centres; Seeks Report on Objectionable Content

SRINAGAR: The Directorate of School Education, Jammu (DSEJ) has directed all government and private schools, as well as coaching centres, to conduct a comprehensive review of books available on their premises to ensure that no publication contains objectionable or inappropriate content. According to Circular No. 10-DSEJ of 2026, all Heads of Institutions (HOIs) have been []

9 Jul 2026 9:54 am
North Kashmir: Police Conduct Searches in UAPA Case, Seize Mobile Phones and Laptop

SRINAGAR: Police on Thursday conducted coordinated searches at multiple locations in north Kashmirs Baramulla district as part of an investigation into a case registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). In a handout, police said the searches were carried out in connection with FIR No. 43/2026, registered at []

9 Jul 2026 9:29 am
Fresh Spell of Rain to Lash Jammu Kashmir from Today: MeT

SRINAGAR: A fresh spell of rain and thunderstorms is expected to affect Jammu and Kashmir from Thursday, with heavy rainfall forecast at isolated places over the next four days, the Meteorological Centre Srinagar said. The forecast comes after rain and thundershowers lashed several parts of the Union Territory on Wednesday evening, with brief but intense []

9 Jul 2026 9:20 am
Iran Claims Fresh Strikes on US Military Bases in Gulf Region

SRINAGAR: Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday claimed it had launched missile and drone strikes against United States military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation for recent American air strikes, according to a statement broadcast by the state television network IRIB. According to the IRGC, the strikes targeted key infrastructure and facilities []

9 Jul 2026 9:06 am
Eighth Batch of 8,150 Amarnath Pilgrims Leaves Jammu

SRINAGAR: A total of 8,150 pilgrims on Thursday departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu as part of the eighth batch of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, under tight security arrangements. According to official figures, 3,445 pilgrims are travelling via the Baltal route, while 4,705 pilgrims are heading through the Pahalgam []

9 Jul 2026 8:49 am
Unidentified Male Body Recovered from River in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: An unidentified male body was recovered from the Darhali river in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district on Thursday. According to reports, the deceased is believed to be between 30 and 35 years of age. His identity has not yet been established. The body was retrieved from the river and shifted to the Government Medical []

9 Jul 2026 8:29 am
India Expresses Concern Over West Asia Escalation, Urges Dialogue and Restraint

SRINAGAR: India on Thursday expressed deep concern over the recent attacks and escalating tensions in West Asia, warning that the developments could undermine regional peace, security and stability. In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint, de-escalate tensions and avoid further escalation of the conflict. The []

9 Jul 2026 7:59 am
Reports Of Kashmir History Books Removal From KU Deeply Troubling: Aga Ruhullah

Reports Of Kashmir History Books Removal From KU Deeply Troubling: Aga Ruhullah

9 Jul 2026 12:23 am
CRPF Man Shoots Self Dead With Service Rifle In South Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel allegedly died by suicide after shooting himself with his service rifle in south Kashmirs Kulgam district on Wednesday, officials said. The deceased has been identified as Y Chandra Reddy, a resident of Andhra Pradesh, who was posted with F Company of CRPFs 18th Battalion in the district. []

8 Jul 2026 11:48 pm
Div Com Reviews Srinagar Traffic Management Plan, Sets Deadline for Key Road Projects

Pushes for timely completion of flyovers, underpasses, bus stops, e-charging stations to improve urban mobility

8 Jul 2026 11:28 pm
JK Assembly Privileges Committee Pulls Up Officials Over Alleged Misconduct With MLAs

Panel says elected representatives deserve due courtesy, prompt response from public officials

8 Jul 2026 10:56 pm
All regional parties, INDIA bloc invited for Jul 20 protest: CM Omar

Omar Abdullah said all parties in Jammu and Kashmir, along with the INDIA bloc and regional parties, have been invited to join the National Conference's July 20 Jantar Mantar protest demanding the restoration of statehood

8 Jul 2026 10:46 pm
J&K To Tighten Noose Around Cyber Fraudsters With New Enforcement Strategy

Chairs RBIs 37th UT Level Coordination Committee meeting; calls for stronger enforcement, public awareness

8 Jul 2026 10:30 pm
Congress Appoints Ghulam Ahmed Mir as General Secretary In-Charge of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

SRINAGAR: The Indian National Congress on Wednesday appointed senior leader Ghulam Ahmed Mir as the partys General Secretary in-charge of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, as part of a wider organisational reshuffle aimed at strengthening the partys structure. According to an official statement issued by the All India Congress Committee (AICC), Congress President has entrusted Mir []

8 Jul 2026 10:21 pm
Srinagar-Jammu Highway: Traffic Advisory For Commuters

Passenger vehicles allowed from both Jammu, Srinagar sides on highway; authorities warn against overtaking, wrong-lane driving

8 Jul 2026 10:20 pm
Jammu Kashmir Police Announces Promotion of Sub-Inspectors to Inspectors

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Police has promoted two Sub-Inspectors to the rank of Inspector with immediate effect following the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC). According to separate orders issued by the Police Headquarters, SI Abdul Rashid (No. EXJ932461) of the 2nd Battalion, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has been placed on Promotion []

8 Jul 2026 10:13 pm
NIT Srinagar Win Final By 88 Runs, Clinch Record Fourth Inter-NIT Title

Hosts defeat NIT Puducherry by 88 runs in final; Suhail Baba stars, Aaqib Sheikh named Man of the Series

8 Jul 2026 9:56 pm
After Years, Lecturer Appointments Return In J&K; CM Omar Hands Over 117 Letters

Launches 2,109 education projects worth Rs 115 crore; announces full tuition fee waiver for AAY students

8 Jul 2026 9:42 pm
Vehicle Seized After Alleged Stunt Driving on Budgam Road

SRINAGAR: The Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO), Budgam, has seized a vehicle and initiated legal proceedings after it was allegedly found performing dangerous stunts on a public road in the Haijan Brenwar area of the district. The action was taken on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, after the authorities received information []

8 Jul 2026 5:09 pm
MeT Forecasts Fresh Spell of Rain Across Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast a fresh spell of rain and thunderstorms across Jammu and Kashmir from July 9, with heavy rainfall expected at isolated places over the following four days. According to the latest forecast issued by the MeT Department, widespread rain and thunderstorms are likely across the Union Territory on July []

8 Jul 2026 5:00 pm
Srinagar Traffic Police Issues Advisory, Announces Diversions for 25th Muharram Procession

SRINAGAR: The Srinagar Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory announcing diversions and restrictions in parts of the city on July 11 in view of the 25th Muharram procession from Arabal to Imambara Gulshan Ali, Shalimar. According to the advisory issued by the Senior Superintendent of Police, Traffic City Srinagar, the arrangements have been made []

8 Jul 2026 4:42 pm
Ganderbal Admin Probes Alleged Irregularities in Amarnath Yatra On-Spot Registration

SRINAGAR: The District Administration Ganderbal has initiated an inquiry into alleged irregularities in the on-the-spot registration process for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims at the Manigam Transit Camp, assuring that appropriate action will be taken against anyone found responsible. In a handout, a spokesperson said the administration had taken cognisance of certain irregularities reported during []

8 Jul 2026 4:31 pm
Statehood Restoration Cant Wait, Centre Must Act Now: CM Omar

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday urged the Centre to restore statehood to the Union Territory without further delay, asserting that civil society across the region is united in its demand and that it is too late to delay any longer. Addressing reporters, the Chief Minister said a meeting of around []

8 Jul 2026 4:14 pm
Jammu Kashmir: DYSS Mandates League-cum-Knockout Format for Fair Athlete Selection

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) has directed all district heads to organise competitions on a league-cum-knockout basis to ensure fair selection of talented athletes and provide deserving players with greater opportunities to showcase their abilities. In a circular issued by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports, the []

8 Jul 2026 4:00 pm
No Trekking or Camping in Bhaderwah Without Prior Permission: Admin

SRINAGAR: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda district have imposed restrictions on trekking, hiking, camping and other adventure activities across the Bhaderwah subdivision, citing security concerns and potential natural hazards. The order was issued by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Bhaderwah, Sunil Kumar Bhityal, under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and came into []

8 Jul 2026 3:45 pm
Centre Approves Rs 990.51 Crore Leh Bypass Project to Improve Connectivity in Ladakh

SRINAGAR: The Central Government has approved the construction of the Leh Bypass (Southern Alignment) in the Union Territory of Ladakh at an estimated cost of Rs 990.51 crore, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced on Wednesday. Ladakh In the Union Territory of Ladakh, we have approved the construction of []

8 Jul 2026 3:36 pm
Trump Says US-Iran Ceasefire Over, Calls Further Talks Waste of Time

SRINAGAR: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he believed the ceasefire between the United States and Iran was effectively over, describing any further negotiations as a waste of time, according to the BBC. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the NATO summit, Trump said, I think its over. I dont want to deal []

8 Jul 2026 3:26 pm
Thousands Stranded on JammuSrinagar Highway as Traffic Halted Near Navyug Tunnel

SRINAGAR: Thousands of passengers, were stranded on the JammuSrinagar National Highway on Wednesday after authorities halted Jammu-bound traffic near the Navyug Tunnel in Kulgam district. Hundreds of vehicles remained stranded along the highway from the Navyug Tunnel to Mir Bazar following the suspension of traffic, causing significant inconvenience to commuters. Traffic authorities did not specify []

8 Jul 2026 2:59 pm
Amarnath Yatra 2026: Strict Advisory Issued, Unregistered Pilgrims Told Not to Proceed

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday issued a fresh advisory for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, asking pilgrims to strictly follow the registration process and safety guidelines. The daily pilgrim cap, fixed as per the Supreme Courts directions, remains in force, an official said that Devotees have been advised to complete advance registration []

8 Jul 2026 10:05 am
Unidentified Body Recovered Near Encounter Site in South Kashmir

SRINAGAR: An unidentified body was recovered near the encounter site in the Chanapora area of south Kashmirs Shopian district on Wednesday, officials said. A senior police officer said that fresh gunfire was heard during the ongoing anti-terror operation, following which security forces launched a search of the area and recovered an unidentified body near the []

8 Jul 2026 9:56 am
Crime Branch Chargesheets Ex-Patwari in Alleged Revenue Record Tampering Case in Kupwara

SRINAGAR: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch, Jammu and Kashmir, has filed a chargesheet against a former Patwari for allegedly tampering with revenue records to fraudulently transfer ancestral land in Kupwara, officials said. According to a statement issued by the Crime Branch, the chargesheet in FIR No. 33/2021 was filed before []

8 Jul 2026 9:46 am
Three CRPF Personnel Injured in Srinagar Road Accident

SRINAGAR: Three CRPF personnel deployed for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra were injured after an unidentified vehicle hit them near the Taingan Bypass in the Nowgam area of Srinagar on Wednesday, officials said. An official said that an unidentified vehicle hit three personnel of D Company, 148 Battalion CRPF at the Taingan Bypass in []

8 Jul 2026 9:39 am
19-Year-Old Dies After Fall From House in North Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A 19-year-old youth died on Tuesday after reportedly falling from his house in the Awoora area of north Kashmirs Kupwara district, officials said on Wednesday. Officials said that Adil Ahmad Mir, son of Ghulam Nabi Mir and a resident of Harkarpora, Awoora, reportedly fell from his house on Tuesday, sustaining critical injuries. He was []

8 Jul 2026 9:22 am
Record 9,837 Pilgrims Leave Jammu for Amarnath Yatra in Biggest Single-Day Departure

SRINAGAR: A record 9,837 pilgrims departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu on Wednesday for the twin base camps of Pahalgam and Baltal, marking the largest single-day departure since the start of this years Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, officials said. According to officials, the seventh batch of pilgrims left in a convoy of []

8 Jul 2026 9:00 am
Fire Damages Residential House in South Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A residential house was damaged in a fire that broke out during the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday in the Hardu Shichen area of Dialgam in south Kashmirs Anantnag district, officials said. The fire engulfed the house of Nazir Ahmad Khan, son of Abdul Gani Khan, causing damage to the structure, officials said. []

8 Jul 2026 8:41 am
Jammu Kashmir Finance Department Assigns Additional Charge to Seven Accounts Officers

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has assigned additional charge to seven Accounts and Treasury officers across the Union Territory with immediate effect to ensure the smooth functioning of government offices. The appointments have been made through Government Order No. 231-F of 2026, dated July 7, 2026, in the interest of administration. According to []

8 Jul 2026 8:26 am
Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth Meets CM Omar Abdullah in Srinagar

Newly appointed Army chief calls on CM days after assuming office

7 Jul 2026 11:32 pm
Kashmir Driver Jailed for 12 Years in Tripura

Kashmir Driver Jailed for 12 Years in Tripura

7 Jul 2026 11:05 pm
Make Amarnath Yatra Model For Spiritual Tourism: LG Sinha

Manoj Sinha directs officials to ensure smooth registration, better facilities, security and hassle-free darshan for devotees

7 Jul 2026 10:53 pm