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SRINAGAR: A motorcyclist was killed on the spot, while his pillion rider sustained injuries after their motorcycle collided with a bus in the Chawalgam area of south Kashmirs Kulgam district on Sunday. An official said that the motorcycle bearing registration number JK18C-9358 collided with a bus bearing registration number JK03P-6442 at Chawalgam. He said both []

SRINAGAR: Police in north Kashmirs Baramulla district on Sunday seized 12 vehicles allegedly involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of clay and boulders during two separate enforcement operations in the Kunzer area, registering a case to investigate the wider illegal mining network. According to police, acting on specific information, a team from Police Station []

SRINAGAR: A man who sustained critical burn injuries in an LPG cylinder fire incident at his residence in SD Colony, Batamaloo, Srinagar, succumbed to his injuries at a hospital on Sunday, officials said. Quoting an official, news agency KNO reported that the deceased was among three family members who suffered burn injuries after an LPG []

SRINAGAR: The body of the 13-year-old boy who drowned in the River Jhelum near the Lasjan area of Srinagar on yesterday was recovered on Sunday afternoon, officials said. Quoting an official the news agency KNO reported that teams of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), assisted by police, resumed the search operation at first light []

Residential house and four shops seized in Pattan as police intensify crackdown on assets allegedly acquired through narcotics trade

Sinha directs officials to ensure pilgrim safety, smooth facilities; urges devotees to follow valid registration process

Sonam Wangchuks fast enters eighth day as CJP protest over alleged exam irregularities continues at Jantar Mantar; doctors say he has lost around six kg

Weather department forecasts increase in rainfall activity over next two days; warns of thunderstorms, gusty winds and possible landslides at vulnerable places

Jammu lawyers protest alleged attempt to arrest advocate inside High Court premises; Bar Association calls it breach of legal norms

Punjab resident staying at relatives house in Srinagar dies after complaining of breathing difficulty; police initiate legal proceedings

SRINAGAR: The counter-intelligence wing of the Jammu and Kashmir Police has raided the premises of publishing houses after registering an FIR over two books allegedly glorifying separatist figures that were procured for government school libraries under the Samagra Shiksha programme. The case has been registered under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the []

Police say the racket was operating from a house in Akhnoors Kashmiri Mohalla; three accused, including the house owner, have been arrested under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act

Police urge people to maintain peace, avoid rumours

by Dr Nisar Farhad A lifelong motorcyclist recounts his first Himalayan trek to Draktolan, discovering fitness, teamwork, resilience and a deeper connection with nature. Adventure has always been an integral part of my life and a passion that has taken me across some of the most challenging and breathtaking landscapes of India. Over the years, []

SRINAGAR: Rapid urbanisation, expanding transport networks and sustained economic growth have transformed Jammu and Kashmirs landscape more profoundly than climate change over the past six decades, according to a major new study that warns the continuing loss of forests, wetlands and grazing lands poses growing risks to the regions water resources. The findings are contained []

High Court orders JMC to survey hotels, coaching centres and commercial buildings for violations of building permissions, parking norms

DGP directs heightened vigilance, seamless coordination among security agencies to ensure safe and smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra 2026

Court says preventive detention was legally justified despite pending criminal cases, finds no violation of procedural or constitutional safeguards under the Public Safety Act

Additional forces were deployed in Shopians Saidpora as army and police personnel intensified searches following reports of gunfire during a cordon and search operation

Over 5,000 J&K farmers have shifted to high-value aromatic crops under CSIR's Aroma Mission, with lavender boosting rural livelihoods and the bioeconomy

25-day session to run till August 13, with 19 sittings and key legislative business on the agenda

The initiative aims to promote early detection, preventive healthcare, and timely treatment by offering free cancer screening and expert consultations to the public

Shafqat Ahmad scores twice as Baramulla Strikers defeat Bandipora Blasters 3-1 to set up KCFL title clash with Srinagar United

Authors, publishers blacklisted; inquiry officer asked to submit report within 30 days

Inquiry launched to fix responsibility over selection and distribution of Great Personalities and Legends

Authorities ask devotees to follow registered travel dates, say daily pilgrim limit mandatory for safety and smooth conduct of Yatra

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday welcomed the Airports Authority of Indias (AAI) decision to withdraw the proposed Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for the weekly closure of Srinagar International Airports runway, saying the move has brought huge relief to the tourism sector and prevented large-scale cancellations by visitors. Describing the decision []

Centre Declares 23 JeM, LeT Operatives as Individual Terrorists under UAPA

by Wajeeha Hajirah A serene Anantnag park blending chinar-lined greenery, a trout-breeding stream, and family-friendly facilities, all framed by nearby historical landmarks near Pahalgam Along the Khanabal-Pahalgam road, popularly known as KP road, lies Akad Park. Known for its greenery, clear mountain stream and relaxing environment, it is a perfect spot for a peaceful family []

Police, SDRF teams launch swift operation after sudden rise in water level near Peer Kho Temple

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SRINAGAR: The President of India, in her capacity as the Visitor of the newly established Sindhu Central University, has appointed Prof Rajeev Rattan Sharma, a senior academic from the University of Jammu, as the first Vice Chancellor of the Central University in Ladakh. He will serve a five-year term from the date he assumes office []

Dual MRP Not Illegal before 2018, Jammu Kashmir HC Court Quashes Criminal Case Against Hindustan Coca-Cola

by Faizaan Bashir A reflection on Dostoevskys White Nights, exploring loneliness, fantasy, emotional dependence and why imagined love often ends in heartbreak. Social media nowadays is swarming with reels featuring Nastenka and the Dreamer, the characters from White Nights by Fyodor Dostoevsky. The melancholic background music, tinged with nostalgia, tugs at the heart and seems []

Boating service launched with paddle boats, rafts, motor boats and shikaras; officials say the initiative aims to boost tourism and enhance visitor experience during Amarnath Yatra

Over 4,800 devotees, including 966 women, head towards Kashmir as Amarnath Yatra continues amid tight security arrangements

Dr Khalid Zaffar Masoodi-led team develops eco-friendly solution against apple scab; SKUAST-K patent portfolio reaches 126

SRINAGAR: A record-breaking heatwave that swept across Europe in late June has claimed at least 3,700 excess lives in France, Belgium and the Netherlands, with authorities warning that the toll is expected to rise as more data becomes available. France has been the worst affected, recording 2,025 excess deaths during the week of June 22 []

SRINAGAR: A man was killed and three others sustained injuries after a bus they were travelling in collided with a car in the Rajal-Bagnoti area of the Nowshera sector in Rajouri district on Friday, officials said. Quoting an official the news agency KNO reported that the accident occurred when a bus bearing registration number AR-20D-1122, []

Tarigami-led committee inspects Achan waste management site and Kashmir wetlands, calls for scientific waste processing and time-bound restoration plan

NC backs Farooq Abdullah's call for Delhi protest, says statehood restoration cannot be delayed

Reviews facilities at Pahalgam axis, stresses seamless coordination and uninterrupted services for Amarnath Yatra pilgrims

Apni Party chief alleges NC has failed to fulfil poll promises, says centralisation of power has weakened democratic institutions

Five DPS Srinagar students will represent Jammu and Kashmir in the national Rugby 7's and Pencak Silat championships this month

Two preventive detention orders executed; detainees shifted to Bhadarwah and Kot Bhalwal jails

KPDCL has announced scheduled power shutdowns in parts of Kashmir to facilitate maintenance and upgrade works on the electricity network

SRINAGAR: A youth was killed after the motorcycle he was riding skidded off the road and crashed into an electric pole in the Chadoora area of central Kashmirs Budgam district on Friday, officials said. Quoting an official the news agency KNO reported that the rider sustained critical injuries after losing control of his motorcycle, which []

Police and locals rescued both boys from Dachigam Nalla in Theed area; investigation underway

Congress MLA Nizamuddin Bhat alleges Sonawari MLA's brother and his supporters disrupted an official development review meeting in Bandipora, warning the incident could strain the Congress-National Conference alliance if action is not taken

Expresses concern over children being featured in viral videos; says cameras and microphones carry social and moral responsibility