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SRINAGAR: Aam Aadmi Party MLA from Doda, Mehraj Malik, on Tuesday urged educated citizens to actively participate in politics, stating that their involvement is crucial for bringing meaningful change in society and addressing public issues. Speaking to reporters after his release, Mehraj Malik said that educated individuals or intelligentsia have the ability to transform governance []

by Quaseen Jahan A scholarly examination of three novels explores themes of existential emptiness, spiritual awakening, and ethical inquiry, tracing a continuum of faith, identity, and meaning in contemporary Urdu fiction. In the evolving landscape of contemporary Urdu fiction, few writers have managed to cultivate both mass readership and intellectual engagement with the same consistency []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir is expected to witness partly unsettled weather conditions over the coming days, with chances of isolated thundershowers and a more organised spell of rain forecast in early May, according to Kashmir Weather Forecast. On April 28, thundershower activity is likely at a few locations, particularly in the Kashmir region, during the []

SRINAGAR: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Doda, Mehraj Malik, was released on Tuesday morning after the High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh quashed his detention under the Public Safety Act (PSA). The High Court had set aside the PSA order on Monday after hearing a habeas corpus petition challenging his preventive detention. The []

SRINAGAR: Police in north Kashmirs Baramulla district sealed an unlicensed medical store in the Amargarh area of Sopore during a special enforcement drive under the 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyaan, officials said. The action was taken in coordination with the Drugs Control Department during a checking operation, where the establishment was found operating []

SRINAGAR: Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that no permission has been granted for cutting or felling of trees within its jurisdiction over the past five years. The submission was made in response to a case arising from reports of large-scale tree felling at the historic Amar Singh College campus. []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday led political reactions after the High Court set aside the detention of AAP MLA Mehraj Malik under the Public Safety Act (PSA), terming the move a gross misuse of law and totally unjustified. Reacting to the courts decision, Omar said the legislator should not have []

SRINAGAR: Kashmir continues to witness a relatively high burden of oesophageal cancer, with medical experts attributing the trend to a mix of cultural practices, environmental exposure, and improved diagnostic capabilities over time. Dr Shahid Wani, Head of the Oncology Department at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag, said that Kashmir forms part of the well-known Asian []

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Department on Monday forecast generally cloudy weather with spells of light rain and thundershowers across Jammu and Kashmir over the next two days, while parts of the Jammu region are likely to experience heat wave conditions. According to the MeT Centre Srinagar, scattered to many places in the Union Territory are expected []

SRINAGAR: The Centre has approved over Rs 3,566 crore for improving road connectivity to villages across the Kashmir Valley, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Monday. Addressing reporters on the first day of his visit to Srinagar, Chouhan said the approved amount of Rs 3,566.09 crore is aimed at linking remote and far-flung []

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday called for a united mass movement against drug abuse in Jammu and Kashmir, urging citizens to join hands to protect the youth, strengthen families and secure the regions future under the Nasha-Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan. Addressing a large gathering in Udhampur after participating in a padyatra alongside thousands []

SRINAGAR: Police in South Kashmirs Anantnag district on Monday suspended an Investigating Officer for alleged procedural lapses during the investigation into the vandalisation of Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag last week, officials said. According to police, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Anantnag Amod Ashok Nagpure ordered the suspension after the officer failed to comply with []

SRINAGAR: Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday announced a major development initiative for Jammu and Kashmir, which includes the launch of PMGSY-IV Batch-II and the release of over Rs 4,568 crore under rural livelihood programmes, aimed at boosting infrastructure and economic development in the region. Addressing a []

SRINAGAR: A court in Ganderbal has upheld the compensation awarded for land acquired in Safapora during 20022003, rejecting claims by landowners who had sought a substantial increase in the payout. The dispute centered on compensation fixed at around Rs 90,000 per kanal by the authorities, which the petitioners challenged as inadequate, arguing that the actual []

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed the Public Safety Act (PSA) detention of Aam Aadmi Party MLA Mehraj Malik, granting major relief to the legislator who had been lodged in preventive custody since September last year, sources said. Advocates who were representing MLA Mehraj Malik said that the court set []

SRINAGAR: The Drug Control Organisation Anantnag on Monday suspended the operations of six medical shops during surprise inspections conducted across multiple locations in South Kashmir. Officials said inspection teams carried out raids in Botengoo Anantnag, Jablipora and Arwani in Bijbehara, where several establishments were found violating mandatory provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act by []

SRINAGAR: The Lieutenant Governors Office in Ladakh on Monday announced the formation of five new districtsNubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar, and Drassraising the total number of districts in the Union Territory from two to seven. The announcement was made through an official post on X, stating that the notification for the new districts has been approved []

SRINAGAR: Grief and separation converged in a remote village of Keran along the Line of Control (LoC) in north Kashmir, where the funeral of a serving government official became a poignant reminder of decades-old divisions that even death could not bridge. Raja Liyaqat Ali Khan, a Naib Tehsildar posted in Ganderbal district, died of cardiac []

SRINAGAR: The Rural Development Department (RDD) Kashmir has initiated the construction of a 25,000-litre capacity community biogas plant under the Swachh Bharat Mission Gramin (SBM-G) in Pathribal Gund area of Ganderbal district, officials said. The project, with an estimated cost of Rs 35 lakh, is part of a Union Territory-wide initiative that envisages the []

SRINAGAR: The body of the Uttar Pradesh youth, who had jumped into river Jhelum on April 22, was retrieved on Monday by SDRF teams at Old Zaina Kadal in Srinagar after five days of searches, officials said. An official said that SDRF QRT Jhelum teams recovered the body from the river during the operation this []

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited Government Medical College (GMC), Udhampur, to assess the condition of those injured in the April 20 road accident in Ramnagar, Udhampur. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor met the injured patients and was briefed by senior doctors about their health status and ongoing treatment. He instructed the []

SRINAGAR: Police in South Kashmir on Monday arrested four alleged drug peddlers and seized more than 166 kilograms of narcotics, including ganja and charas, during multiple coordinated operations across Anantnag district. Officials said the action was carried out based on specific intelligence inputs and routine checking at various locations, resulting in major recoveries of contraband []

SRINAGAR: Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan on Monday formally approved the merger of seven Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MPs with the BJP, weakening the Kejriwal-led partys presence in the Upper House to just three members. The MPs who joined the BJP include Raghav Chadha, Ashok Mittal, Harbhajan Singh, Sandeep Pathak, Vikramjit Sahney, Swati []

JAMMU KASHMIR Jammu Railway Divisionhas announced the transportation of 644 tonnes of cherries from Jammu and Kashmir to Mumbai, aimed at strengtheningmarket access for perishable produce. The move is part of broader efforts to enhance freight connectivity and support the regions agricultural economy. Earlier,the Railways haddelivered its first 500-ton bulk consignment of Amul dairy products []

SRINAGAR: A leopard cub was critically injured after being attacked by locals in Kralnewa area of Khansahib in Budgam district, prompting wildlife authorities to launch a response and initiate action against those involved. Following information from police, a team from the Wildlife Department reached the spot, rescued the injured cub, and shifted it for medical []

SRINAGAR: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck northern Japan early on Monday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. The quake occurred 18 kilometres west of Sarabetsu town in Hokkaido at a depth of 81 kilometres (50 miles), according to the USGS. There were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage following the tremor.

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has granted bail to a sitting councillor and a former MLA from Ladakh in a high-profile case linked to the September 2025 violence in Leh, where competing narratives of alleged incitement and political vendetta came under judicial scrutiny. The order was passed by Justice Mohammad Yousuf []

SRINAGAR: A gangster and drug smuggler was apprehended after an exchange of fire with police in the Miran Sahib area of Jammu late Sunday night, officials said. An official said that, Police acting on specific intelligence laid a strategic trap near the designated area to intercept Abhineet Singh alias Nagi and his associates, an official []

by Ruqaya Akhter Jammu and Kashmirs handicraft exports show decades of growth led by carpets and shawls, but rising volatility, limited diversification and external shocks highlight structural vulnerabilities For decades, handicrafts have remained one of Jammu and Kashmirs most distinctive economic sectors, combining cultural heritage with employment generation and export potential. The export data for []

SRINAGAR: Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Pakistan on Sunday for the second time in three days, underscoring fast-moving diplomatic efforts amid uncertainty over the next phase of IranUnited States peace talks, international media reported. Araghchi arrived at Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi on Sunday evening after a brief visit to Oman, where he []

SRINAGAR:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday paid tribute to organ donors and their families at Naman Diwas, describing them as true role models whose selfless acts have brought hope and life to countless people. Addressing a gathering of families of cornea and kidney donors, the Lieutenant Governor said no award can adequately recognise the value []

SRINAGAR: A public meeting held at Dak Bungalow in Ramban on Sunday saw strong opposition from residents against any proposed diversion of benefits linked to the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project, with participants asserting that the district must remain the primary stakeholder. The gathering, attended by local residents, youth and civil society members, expressed concern over reports []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) on Sunday conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for BSc Nursing, BSc Paramedical, and BSc Technology courses for the academic session 202627 across the Union Territory. The examination was held at 48 centres, including 37 in Kashmir division and 11 in Jammu division. Of []

SRINAGAR:In a move aimed at strengthening the startup ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir, the Greenovator Incubation Foundation at National Institute of Technology Srinagar awarded ignition grants to 10 early-stage startups under Cohort 2.0 during the Ignition Grant Felicitation Ceremony 2026. The programme, held under the theme Providing your ideas a hand of warmth and technology, []

SRINAGAR:Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the Government of India has initiated a series of coordinated measures to ensure uninterrupted energy supplies, maintain maritime operations, and safeguard Indian nationals in the region. Ministries including Petroleum and Natural Gas, External Affairs, and Ports, Shipping and Waterways are working in tandem to sustain critical sectors and []

SRINAGAR: Kalari cheese of Jammu Kashmir found a prominent mention in the latest episode of Mann Ki Baat, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored Indias diverse food heritage while linking it to broader themes of innovation, sustainability, and economic progress. In his address, the Prime Minister described Kalari as the Mozzarella of Kashmir, noting its []

SRINAGAR: A labourer died after accidentally falling from an under-construction flyover near Majalta Morh in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said. Officials said that the incident occurred during ongoing construction work on the flyover stretch from Majalta Morh to Majalta, when the labourer lost balance and fell from the arch of []

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Sunday forecast generally dry weather across Jammu and Kashmir on April 26, followed by cloudy conditions with spells of light rain, thundershowers, and gusty winds at scattered to many places from April 27 onwards. Director of the MeT Centre Srinagar, Mukhtar Ahmad, said that April 2728 will witness generally []

SRINAGAR: A Five-year-old boy drowned in the Rambiara River near Dubjan in south Kashmirs Shopian district on Sunday, officials said. According to reports, the incident took place in the Dabhan locality when the child accidentally slipped into the river and was swept away. Following the incident, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) Shopian launched a []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Health and Education Sakina Itoo warned that no officer found accepting bribes would be spared, asserting a zero-tolerance policy against corruption in the Union Territory. The warning comes days after the government attached a senior education officer in Baramulla district following complaints of corruption. If there is any information []

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has set aside an order directing payment of interim compensation in a cheque dishonour case, ruling that such relief cannot be granted mechanically without proper judicial reasoning. The judgment was delivered by Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal in CRM(M) No. 185/2026, reserved on April 15 and pronounced []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Police Headquarters has ordered the immediate transfer of four Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) in the interest of administration. According to Order No. 1404 of 2026 issued by DIG (Personnel) Mubassir Latifi, IPS, Tahir Amin Sheikh (PID No. KPS125759) has been transferred from DSP DAR Jammu to SDPO Domana. Dheeraj []

SRINAGAR: A woman was killed while a man sustained injuries when a car they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a deep nallah near Charar-i-Sharief in Central Kashmirs Budgam district on Sunday. An official said that the driver of the vehicle lost control near Zinpanchal which led to the ill-fated vehicle []

SRINAGAR: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Leh on April 30 for a two-day trip, marking his first visit to Ladakh since widespread unrest last year over demands for statehood and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The visit comes at a politically significant time as local groups in Ladakh []

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has upheld the preventive detention of a Sopore resident under the Public Safety Act (PSA), dismissing a habeas corpus petition challenging the detention order. The judgment was delivered by Justice MA Chowdhary in HCP No. 228/2024, reserved on April 16, 2026, and pronounced on April 22, []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah participated in the TCS World 10K marathon in Bengaluru on Sunday, lauding the event for its world-class standards, strong enthusiasm, and large-scale participation. After completing the race, Abdullah praised the marathons organisation and vibrant atmosphere, describing it as a premier sporting event. He said he began the []

SRINAGAR: US President Donald Trump was evacuated after shots were fired during the White House Correspondents Dinner at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night, causing panic inside the packed venue. President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance were immediately escorted from the ballroom by tactical teams to a secure location. According []

SRINAGAR: The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has clarified the issue of trial jurisdiction in a 2016 Yaripora case, directing the Principal Sessions Judge, Kulgam, to proceed with the matter in accordance with law. The reference was made by the Principal Sessions Judge, Kulgam, seeking guidance after procedural disagreements arose between the Sessions []

by Shaista Amin Environmental history reveals how past human actions shaped todays climate crises, urging sustainable development by understanding landscapes as living archives of ecological memory and transformation. In an age defined by rising temperatures, erratic weather, and intensifying natural disasters, discussions about climate change often revolve around scientific data, technological innovation, and policy frameworks. []

SRINAGAR: Even as the snowbound Razdan Pass has emerged as an unexpected tourist destination, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has intensified snow clearance operations to restore traffic on the BandiporaGurez road, which remains closed due to heavy winter snowfall. An official said that the snow cutters have reached the upper reaches of Razdan Pass, situated []