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Dy CM Orders Speedy Completion of SeerbaghSempora Bridge as Project Enters Final Phase

Project in final phase; bridge expected to improve connectivity and reduce travel time for Srinagar, Pampore and Chadoora residents

2 Jul 2026 11:02 pm
Cricket Greats Unite Across Rivalries to Urge Pakistan to Ensure Dignified Treatment for Imran Khan

Fourteen former cricket captains, including Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, have urged Pakistan to ensure humane treatment and proper medical care for jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan

2 Jul 2026 10:00 pm
KPDCL announces power shutdown in Kashmir

Scheduled maintenance on transmission lines will disrupt power supply in several areas of Kashmir

2 Jul 2026 8:54 pm
NC Accuses BJP of Biggest Betrayal Over Delay in Restoring Jammu and Kashmir Statehood

NC leader Ajay Kumar Sadhotra says the BJP has failed to honour its promise of restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, alleging the delay has weakened democracy and betrayed the people's mandate

2 Jul 2026 8:39 pm
Army Must Compensate Landowners for Inaccessible Land Too, Jammu Kashmir HC Rules

J&K High Court says landowners are entitled to compensation not only for requisitioned land but also for adjoining land rendered inaccessible due to Army security restrictions, while dismissing the Union government's appeal

2 Jul 2026 8:29 pm
SKUAST Advisory for Apple Growers on Safe Pesticide Use, Orchard Management

SKUAST-Kashmir has urged apple growers to follow safe pesticide use and proper orchard management for healthy crops this growing season

2 Jul 2026 8:14 pm
Amarnath Yatra: DGP reviews security arrangements at Nunwan

DGP Nalin Prabhat reviews security and pilgrim facilitation at the Nunwan frisking point, stressing vigilance and seamless movement during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra

2 Jul 2026 7:46 pm
CM Omar Abdullah Unveils Rs 76-Crore Projects for Shopian, Promises Action on Horticulture Issues

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday announced development projects worth Rs 76.45 crore for Shopian district, reviewed the progress of ongoing works and assured farmers that issues affecting the horticulture sector would be addressed on priority. During a district review meeting, Abdullah assessed the implementation of government schemes, infrastructure projects and public service delivery. []

2 Jul 2026 7:20 pm
Pakistani National Apprehended in Poonch Repatriated via Chakkan Da Bagh

Pakistani national detained after crossing the LoC repatriated through Chakkan Da Bagh in Poonch

2 Jul 2026 6:53 pm
Is Starmers 300 Billion Defence Gamble a Challenge for Burnham?

by Asad Mirza Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Labour leader on 22 June 2026 after a mutiny within his own party, but before leaving Downing Street, he unveiled a near-300 billion, drone-heavy defence plan a move critics call his final, and most contested, act as prime minister. Sir Keir Starmers fall was less []

2 Jul 2026 5:57 pm
HC Refuses to Quash Charges in Rs 227-Cr Jammu Kashmir Bank Loan Case

The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has refused to quash proceedings in the alleged Rs 227-crore J&K Bank loan fraud case, holding that the investigation prima facie discloses cheating, criminal conspiracy and diversion of loan funds, warranting a trial

2 Jul 2026 4:58 pm
India, Pakistan should resolve issues through dialogue: CM Omar Abdullah

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said tensions between India and Pakistan can only be resolved through dialogue and peaceful engagement, asserting there should be no objection to advocating better bilateral ties

2 Jul 2026 4:10 pm
SC Sets Aside Orders in Jammu and Kashmir Bank Case over AI-Hallucinated Judgments

The Supreme Court has set aside NCLT and NCLAT orders after finding they relied on fake AI-generated judicial precedents, while affirming that Artificial Intelligence can assist courts only under complete human oversight

2 Jul 2026 3:48 pm
Youth Killed As Tractor Plunges Into Canal In North Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A 23-year-old youth lost his life after his tractor plunged into a water canal in the Watrina area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Thursday, officials said. Quoting an official the news agency KNO reported that the youth allegedly lost control of the tractor, causing it to plunge into the canal. He said locals []

2 Jul 2026 2:37 pm
Mehbooba Mufti Among J&K Leaders Invited to Ayatollah Khameneis Funeral in Tehran

SRINAGAR: Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti is among several political and religious leaders from the Union Territory who have been invited by the Iranian government to attend the funeral ceremonies of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. According to a report by The []

2 Jul 2026 1:26 pm
Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms to Lash JK Till July 6; IMD Warns of Flash Floods, Landslides

The IMD has forecast an active wet spell across Jammu and Kashmir till July 6, warning of thunderstorms, gusty winds, heavy rain in parts of the Jammu division and the risk of flash floods, landslides and mudslides in vulnerable areas

2 Jul 2026 12:50 pm
MHA to Hold Preparatory Talks With Ladakh Groups in Leh Ahead of Key Delhi Dialogue

SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is scheduled to hold an informal round of discussions with representatives of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) in Leh today as part of efforts to prepare for the next phase of negotiations on Ladakhs constitutional and administrative framework. The meeting is expected []

2 Jul 2026 12:01 pm
Cloudbursts, Flash Floods Hit Jammu Kashmir as Monsoon-Western Disturbance System Ends Kashmir Heatwave

Cloudbursts, flash floods and landslides triggered by the interaction of the southwest monsoon and a western disturbance battered parts of Jammu and Kashmir, disrupting road connectivity and inundating schools and markets, while widespread rainfall brought much-needed relief from the Valley's prolonged heatwave

2 Jul 2026 11:40 am
J&K to Get 275 AI-Enabled Handheld X-Ray Machines, 9 MRI Units Under PM Fund

MoU signed with Centre; four digital mammography units to strengthen cancer screening and AI-based TB detection across government hospitals

2 Jul 2026 10:50 am
Four Chargesheeted for Allegedly Securing Health Department Jobs Using Forged Certificates

The Economic Offences Wing has chargesheeted four persons for allegedly securing Health Department jobs using forged educational certificates, with the investigation finding fake testimonials were used to obtain government appointments

2 Jul 2026 9:58 am
Amarnath Yatra Begins as LG Flags Off First Batch of Pilgrims from Jammu

With more than 3.90 lakh registrations recorded, the first batch of Amarnath pilgrims departs from Jammu under a robust security cover ahead of the annual pilgrimage

2 Jul 2026 9:03 am
Is Social Media Your Greatest Strength or Your Biggest Weakness?

by Mursaleen Bashir Social media can waste time, support healing or create extraordinary success, depending on how individuals choose to use its power One screen. Three completely different fates. Social media was supposed to connect us. And it did, but not in the way anyone quite imagined. It connected us to strangers well never meet, []

2 Jul 2026 8:37 am
Kashmir: Doubly Marked

In Kashmir, transgender people with HIV face compounding stigma, discrimination, and isolation that silences them and blocks access to Health care, reports Bisma Farooq On a sunny morning in Srinagar, Sobiya (name changed) agreed to meet at Lal Chowk. The meeting was scheduled for noon at a local caf. Shortly before the appointed time, she []

2 Jul 2026 8:28 am
Journalist Sheikh Mushtaq Bereaved

SRINAGAR: Journalist Sheikh Mushtaqs mother passed away during the wee hours today. She was unwell for a long time. Family sources said Haleema was unwell and breathed her last during the early hours. Her Nimaz-e-Jinaza is being offered at around 8 am. She will be laid to rest in the familys ancestral graveyard. Mushtaq, the []

2 Jul 2026 7:58 am
Earthquake Tremors Felt in Parts of Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Mild tremors were felt across several parts of Jammu and Kashmir late Wednesday night after a 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan. According to seismic data, the earthquake occurred at 11:27 pm (IST). The epicentre was located at 36.53N latitude and 70.47E longitude in Afghanistans Hindu Kush region, at a depth []

2 Jul 2026 12:11 am
Peace Appeal by 117 Indian and Pakistani Citizens Urges PMs to Restore Dialogue, Reopen Kashmir Cross-Border Links

SRINAGAR: More than 100 prominent citizens from India and Pakistan, including senior political leaders, former diplomats, academics, journalists, activists and retired officials, have jointly appealed to the Prime Ministers of the two countries to initiate a comprehensive process of dialogue, restore diplomatic relations and revive people-to-people, trade and transport links in South Asia. In a []

2 Jul 2026 12:03 am
Jammu Kashmir Bank Crosses Rs 3 trillion Business Mark, Deposits Rise 16%, Advances Grow 25%

J&K Bank crosses the historic Rs 3 trillion business milestone, registering over 20% annual growth as deposits rise 16% and advances surge 25%, reinforcing its strong expansion trajectory

1 Jul 2026 11:33 pm
Baramulla Strikers Knock Out Anantnag Heroes, Storm Into KCFL Qualifier 2

Moosa Qureshi shines with Man of the Match performance as Baramulla keep title hopes alive in KCFL 2026 Eliminator

1 Jul 2026 10:58 pm
Div Com Kashmir Reviews Amarnath Yatra Arrangements at Nowgam, Pantha Chowk

Divisional Commissioner Anshul Garg reviews facilities at Nowgam and Pantha Chowk, says all arrangements are in place for the smooth and safe conduct of the Amarnath Yatra beginning July 3

1 Jul 2026 10:05 pm
Amarnath Yatra: LG Sinha reviews arrangements for pilgrims at Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas

LG Manoj Sinha reviews preparations for the Amarnath Yatra at Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas ahead of the July 3 pilgrimage

1 Jul 2026 9:39 pm
Digital India Has Transformed Governance, Empowered Citizens: PM Modi

PM says Digital India has transformed public service delivery, accelerated innovation and improved the ease of living for millions

1 Jul 2026 9:20 pm
Tariq A Rather Assumes Charge as Director (Media & Communications) in Social Justice Ministry

Tariq Ahmed Rather joins the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment as Director (Media & Communications) following his transfer from Akashvani Srinagar

1 Jul 2026 9:05 pm
KPDCL Announces Power Shutdown Across Kashmir

Power supply to remain suspended in several localities for infrastructure upgrades, cable works and transmission line maintenance; Sanoor Kalipora feeder areas to witness phased shutdowns on multiple dates in July

1 Jul 2026 8:54 pm
NC Steps Up Jantar Mantar Protest Plans, Dr Farooq to Reach Out to Opposition Parties

INDIA Bloc allies, other non-NDA parties from J&K to be invited as National Conference intensifies preparations for New Delhi demonstration

1 Jul 2026 8:39 pm
Youth Drive Organ Donation Movement in Jammu Kashmir; 3,066 Pledges Registered

Young adults lead Jammu and Kashmir's organ donation movement, with 3,066 donor pledges registered as awareness campaigns gain momentum and India crosses the five-lakh milestone

1 Jul 2026 3:45 pm
6-Year-Old Girl Killed After Dumper Hits Her in North Kashmir

The minor died on the spot after being struck by a dumper in Vodhpora; police have launched an investigation into the fatal accident

1 Jul 2026 2:47 pm
Summer Vacation Announced for Schools in Jammu Winter Zone from July 6

The Directorate of School Education Jammu has announced a two-week summer break for schools in the winter zone, with classes resuming after July 1

1 Jul 2026 2:19 pm
25 Injured as Passenger Bus Crashes In Central Kashmir

BeerwahBudgam bus mishap leaves 25 injured; prompt rescue by residents averts tragedy

1 Jul 2026 1:55 pm
PM Modi Extends Doctors Day, Chartered Accountants Day Greetings; Praises Their Contribution to Nation-Building

Prime minister says doctors are strengthening India's healthcare system while chartered accountants are driving economic growth through transparency and professional excellence.

1 Jul 2026 1:24 pm
Jammu Kashmir Bank Disburses Rs 1,300 Cr Assistance to 28,400 Enterprises

JK Bank has disbursed over Rs 1,300 crore to 28,400 enterprises under Mission YUVA, strengthening entrepreneurship and employment across Jammu and Kashmir

1 Jul 2026 12:56 pm
Six Injured as Three Vehicles Collide on SrinagarBaramulla Highway

A dumper, Scorpio and Alto 800 were involved in the crash at Zangam, disrupting traffic before damaged vehicles were cleared from the highway.

1 Jul 2026 12:01 pm
Rain, Thunderstorms to Lash J&K Till July 5; IMD Warns of Flash Floods, Landslides

Gusty winds up to 60 kmph, heavy rain likely over parts of Jammu division; Srinagar records 35.2C as temperatures stay above normal

1 Jul 2026 11:35 am
Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Slashed by Rs 183.50; Domestic Cooking Gas Rates Unchanged

Hotels and restaurants get relief as commercial LPG prices fall for the first time this year; household LPG cylinder prices stay unchanged

1 Jul 2026 11:14 am
EOW Kashmir Cracks Rs 1.04 Crore KCC Loan Scam, Chargesheets Accused

Accused allegedly manipulated KCC loan limits, misused banking credentials and siphoned off funds while working at J&K Bank branch in Budgam

1 Jul 2026 9:50 am
Kashmir Court Convicts Trucker for Murdering Gas Tanker Driver After Seven-Year Trial

Anantnag court finds truck driver guilty of murdering a gas tanker driver after a roadside altercation on the Jammu-Srinagar Highway, saying the evidence conclusively established his guilt

1 Jul 2026 9:28 am
Flash Flood Blocks ZanskarKargil Road at Shafat Nallah; Clearance Operations Underway

Debris from sudden flash flood halts traffic; commuters advised to avoid the route until restoration work is completed

1 Jul 2026 9:16 am
Div Com Kashmir Reviews ICCC Preparedness Ahead Of Amarnath Yatra 2026

Anshul Garg stresses 24x7 monitoring, real-time information sharing and asks pilgrims to use toll-free helpline for assistance

30 Jun 2026 11:57 pm
Traffic Police Issue Amarnath Yatra Traffic Advisory, Announce Cut-Off Timings

SRINAGAR: The Traffic Police Headquarters, Jammu and Kashmir, has issued a revised traffic advisory for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, notifying convoy schedules and cut-off timings for pilgrims, tourists and non-convoy vehicles. The advisory will remain in force from July 2 to August 28, 2026. According to the advisory, separate movement schedules have been fixed []

30 Jun 2026 10:58 pm
Government Announces Summer Vacation for Kashmir Schools From July 6 to July 19

SRINAGAR:The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Tuesday formally ordered summer vacation for all government and recognised private schools up to the Higher Secondary level across the Kashmir Division from July 6 to July 19, 2026, following approval from the competent authority. The order, issued under Order No. 243-DSEK of 2026 dated June 30, []

30 Jun 2026 10:32 pm
Gold Rates Ease in Kashmir, Wedding Season Buyers Return to Markets

SRINAGAR: A decline in gold prices has brought relief to buyers across Kashmir, especially families purchasing jewellery for weddings as the Valley heads into peak marriage season. The dip has drawn customers back to jewellery markets after months of record-high rates that had dampened demand. Many buyers who had postponed purchases due to soaring prices []

30 Jun 2026 9:53 pm