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Anantnag: A bike rider was killed and four others were injured in a road accident near the stone quarry at Achabal on Tuesday . Officials said that an Ignis car bearing registration no. JK01AB-5445, driven by Muzammil Ahmad Ganie, son of Mohd Maqbool, resident of Noorpora, Tral, collided with a motorcycle bearing no. JK03F-9746 driven []

LEH/JAMMU: The Gunners Ladakh Odyssey organised by the Armys artillery regiment to commemorate the 27th anniversary of Operation Vijay has entered its ninth day, with the 20-member motorcycle expedition traversing remote and strategically-significant terrain along the Sino-Indian border of eastern Ladakh, as a homage to soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in service []

RANCHI: Normal life was affected in parts of Jharkhand on Tuesday as BJP workers enforced a state-wide bandh in protest against police action on job aspirants during their march to the state assembly a day ago over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. Most schools and business establishments remained closed, while vehicular movement was very low []

Srinagar: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir V K Birdi on Tuesday said multi-tier security arrangements have been put in place across Kashmir ahead of the Independence Day celebrations on August 15. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of his visit to Balidan Stambh at Lal Chowk to review preparations, Birdi, said security arrangements are []

Srinagar: A 25-year-old woman was killed in an overnight road accident in the Kral Sangari area of Nishat in Srinagar, officials said. An official said that the accident occurred around 1:30 am, when a speeding vehicle bearing registration number JK01AR-0071 hit a road divider and overturned. He said a woman travelling in the vehicle sustained []

NEW YORK: The presidents media company posted a massive loss in the second quarter and announced plans to ditch new business lines and refocus as a forum for users to post their views. Trump Media and Technology, the company behind the Truth Social platform, said Monday that it lost USD238 million in the three months []

Anil G. Meher urges farmers to adopt scientific practices for better grape quality, profitability GANDERBAL: Kashmirs grape growers received valuable insights from renowned grape expert and Krishi Ratna Shri Anil G. Meher, popularly known as the Grape Man of India, during a Grape Day organised by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ganderbal at Kralbagh in collaboration []

Announces furniture through her CDF SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference State Womens Wing President and Honble MLA Habba Kadal Shamima Firdous Monday inaugurated a newly constructed Community Hall at Bagh-e-Yas, Chattabal, built by the Srinagar Development Authority (SDA) at a cost of 2.37 crore. On the occasion, Shamima Firdous announced that furniture for []

JAMMU: In recognition of his dedicated organizational efforts and unwavering commitment to youth issues, Dr Suhaib Manhas has been appointed as the State General Secretary of the Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress. Expressing his gratitude, Dr Manhas stated that this new responsibility is both an honor and a greater duty to strengthen the organization []

AWANTIPORA: Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Kashmir Range, Javaid Iqbal Mattoo on Monday visited Police District Awantipora and chaired a comprehensive security and law and order review meeting at the District Police Office (DPO), Awantipora. The meeting was attended by the Commander, 1st Sector RR; DIG CRPF, SKOR Awantipora; SSP Awantipora; Commanding Officers of []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Honble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (IFS) Ghulam Hassan Kango. Dr Farooq visited the residence of Ghulam Hassan Kango at Rajbagh, Srinagar, to offer his condolences to []

Inspects bridge construction sites BUDGAM: Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather toured Wanpora, Qazipora Takiya Hayatpora, and Sarie in Chrar-i-Sharief to review ongoing development projects. He interacted with locals to understand their needs and concerns, emphasizing improvements in road connectivity and infrastructure. A key highlight was the launch of macadamisation work on Wanpora link roads, aimed at []

SRINAGAR: The Committee on Government Assurances of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday convened a meeting at the Assembly Complex here to review the functioning of the Public Works Department (PWD) and Housing & Urban Development Department (HUDD). The meeting was chaired by Chairman of the Committee, Ali Mohammad Sagar and attended by []

AWANTIPORA: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), with the approval of the Vice Chancellor, has launched a Centralised Outreach and Community Engagement Programme, Rabt-u-Nisbat Building Meaningful Associations for a Sustainable Society. The initiative will be coordinated by the Dean Outreach Office. The programme seeks to bring the Universitys outreach and community engagement efforts []

33 vehicles and machinery seized/ booked SRINAGAR: Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining, unauthorized extraction and transportation of minor minerals, J&K Police has intensified enforcement action across Kashmir, resulting in the seizure of 33 vehicles and heavy machinery involved in illegal mining activities in Ganderbal, Shopian, Pulwama, Baramulla & Sopore. In Ganderbal, police seized []

NEW DELHI: In a relief to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, the Supreme Court on Monday permitted him to travel abroad for three weeks for eye treatment, brushing aside the West Bengal governments apprehension that he may not come back due to 16 pending cases against him. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and []

New Delhi: A 32-year-old man, who worked as an accountant at a private company in Delhi, has been apprehended in Jammu and Kashmir for allegedly misappropriating about Rs 1.96 crore from his employer nearly three years ago, police said on Monday. The accused, Triloki Sharma, was arrested from a factory in J and Ks Samba []

Sopore:DIG North Kashmir Range, Baramulla, Shri Vinod Kumar-IPS, today visited Police District Sopore and chaired a security review meeting with officers of Sopore Police, CAPFs and sister agencies in connection with the forthcoming Independence Day-2026 celebrations. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on security arrangements, deployment plans, area domination, access control, traffic management and []

NEW DELHI: The BJP on Monday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his partys double standards on the ongoing student protest in Jharkhand, saying those who tried to politically hijack the students agitation in Delhi are now silent on the stir in the state. The remarks came after thousands of job aspirants, protesting alleged irregularities []

Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended warm congratulations to artisans Manzoor Ahmad Hajam and Fayaz Ahmad Wani on being conferred the prestigious National Handloom Award by the President of India. The two weavers from Jammu and Kashmir have been honoured for their exceptional craftsmanship in weaving the exquisite Chanddar Kani Shawl. The Chief Minister []

Bandipor: Two persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl in Jammu and Kashmirs Bandipora district, police said here. Police received information about the alleged sexual assault of the minor around noon on Sunday, following which an investigation was launched, officials said. During the course of the investigation, police []

Statehood restoration must be first step towards rebuilding trust: Sagar SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference General Secretary Haji Ali Muhammad Sagar on Sunday described 09 August 1953 as one of the darkest chapters in the democratic history of the country saying the events of that day not only dismantled a democratically elected government []

Says heritage conservation to strengthen regions tourism potential, preserve legacy SRINAGAR: In a major initiative to preserve Jammu & Kashmirs historical heritage and promote local tourism, the Government has approved 10 crore for the repair and renovation of the historic Rattan Garh Fort in Bhaderwah, Doda. The project is aimed at conserving the historic structure, []

Stresses physical activity, connection with nature in digital age SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq inaugurated the Funkara Adventure Park for children, in Nowgam, describing it as a welcome initiative to promote physical activity, creativity and a connection with nature among the younger generation. Speaking on the occasion, Mirwaiz said that in todays digital []

Contraband substances recovered SHOPIAN/PULWAMA: Continuing its sustained efforts to eradicate the menace of drug abuse from society, police have arrested two drug peddlers in Shopian and Pulwama and recovered contraband substances from their possession. During routine naka checking at Manihal Crossing, a police party from Police Station Imamsahib intercepted a suspicious person. During his personal []

Duped businessmen, shopkeepers through fraudulent means SRINAGAR: Srinagar Police have arrested a habitual fraudster, Ubaid Maqbool Khawaja son of Maqbool Ahmad Khawaja resident of Gomal Chek, Tangdar, presently residing at Habib Colony, Alochi Bagh in connection with case FIR No. 45/2026 under Sections 318(4) and 319 BNS, registered at Police Station Mahraj Gunj. The accused []

GANDERBAL: The Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign commenced across District Ganderbal on Sunday with enthusiastic participation of students, youth, government employees and the general public, marking the beginning of a week-long celebration of patriotism, national unity and pride in the National Flag. As part of the inaugural activities, various programmes were organised across the district in []

KUPWARA: The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign got underway in Kupwara on Sunday and will be observed across the district till 17th August. Massive rallies were taken out at various locations, witnessing enthusiastic participation from students of schools and colleges, officials of Youth Services & Sports, ICDS and Social Welfare departments, security forces personnel, volunteers and []

PULWAMA: The inaugural event of the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign2026 was held on Sunday at Tral with the organisation of a mega Tiranga rally, marking the beginning of the campaign being observed from August 9 to August 17, in integration with the third phase of the commemoration of 150 years of the National Song Vande []

SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Arampora Handwara Old line will be observed due to which power supply to Handwara Town, Marathgam, Kulangam, Kandi, Chogal, Sagipora and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 10 & 13 August 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 []

NEW DELHI: The Opposition on Sunday lashed out at former education minister Dharmendra Pradhan for his remark that attempts were made to mislead Gen Z during the protests over the NEET paper leak issue, saying the students were raising valid concerns and that it is actually the BJP that has a habit of misleading people. []

Calls for new chapter of rights restoration; says statehoodmust be first step SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah today termed the events of 09 August 1953, particularly the unconstitutional arrest and ouster of then Prime Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, as a black day in the []

SRINAGAR: Deputy Inspector General of Police Maqsood ul Zaman, IPS, (Overall Supervisory Officer IDP 26) convened meeting of all Subordinate Supervisory officers and Nodal Officers of other departments associated with Independence Day Parade-2026 at APC Zewan to review the arrangements and preparations for presentation of ceremonial Independence Day Parade 2026. During the meeting, the chair []

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday met MLA Bani Dr Rameshwar Singh and MLA Lal Chowk Sheikh Ahsan Pardesi at Raabita here, who apprised him of various matters concerning their respective constituencies. The Chief Minister discussed the issues raised by the legislators and assured that matters pertaining to public welfare and development would receive []

SRINAGAR: Health Minister Sakeena Itoo on Saturday inaugurated the new 50-bed Sub-District Hospital in Qaimoh and dedicated it to the public. The ceremony was attended by MLA Devsar Peerzada Feroze Ahmad, Deputy Commissioner Shahzad Alam, officials from the Health Department, and locals. She congratulated the people of Qaimoh and nearby areas, emphasizing the governments focus []

Visits Hazrat Sheikh Hamza Makhdoom (RA) shrine BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar on Saturday met various public delegations from North Kashmir and assured time-bound redressal of their grievances. During the interaction, residents and representatives projected issues related to roads, civic amenities, basic infrastructure []

SRINAGAR: Amid the continued influx of new members into Apni Party, a large number of social and political activists and workers today joined the party at a special event organised at the party headquarters in Srinagar. Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, and other senior leaders, warmly welcomed the new members and assured them that []

SHOPIAN: Police in Shopian conducted training programmes at Police Stations and Police Posts across the district with technical assistance from the Resource Person (District Rollout Manager NIC Shopian) to sensitise police personnel about their role in the implementation of the schemes, including prompt registration of eligible cases on the portal and timely forwarding of cases []

SRINAGAR: The official football of the Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League 2026 powered by Athwas Retail and Athwas Hyundai was formally launched today by the Honble Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, marking a significant milestone ahead of the second season of the much-awaited football league. The Chief Minister commended Hinan Manzoor and Mushtaq Bashir, []

Calls for greater youth participation in sports BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar on Saturday witnessed the grand finale of the Legends Cricket League, Rohama, as the chief guest at Safi Sports Stadium. The final match was played between Irfan Sports Legends, Rohama and []

Statehood promise is moving target, Centre keeps shifting goalposts UT with Assembly is abomination, worst form of government New Delhi: Voicing deep frustration over the delay in restoration of promised statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that the anger and disappointment over the issue in the Union territory is []

Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness widespread rainfall and thunderstorms over the coming days, with the Meteorological department warning of heavy to very heavy rain in a few districts of Jammu division from August 9 to 11. Jammu recorded a maximum temperature of 30.5 degree Celsius, which was 2.4 notches below normal, while []

Tradition passed down Srinagar: All roads lead towards Koh-e-Maran on Saturday as thousands of devotees gathered at the historic Makhdoom Sahib Shrine in Srinagar to mark the Urs Mubarak of revered Sufi saint, Sultan-ul-Arifeen Hazrat Sheikh Hamza Makhdoom (RA), popularly known as Makhdoom Sahib (RA). The city wore a different rhythm through the day, as []

Joint entry wins citation and cash prize of 2.5 lakh Srinagar: The Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir, has extended heartiest congratulations to two outstanding weavers, Manzoor Ahmad Hajam and Fayaz Ahmad Wani, from Kanihama, Budgam, who have been conferred with the prestigious National Handloom Award, in recognition for their contribution in the field of Kani []

Srinagar: A report by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has revealed critical levels of pollution in the famous freshwater lake Manasbal in Jammu and Kashmirs Ganderbal district, sparking major public health concerns. The lake serves as a primary drinking water source for the residents across the Ganderbal and Bandipora districts. Recent tests conducted by []

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said if he were to write an autobiography ever, he would keep it locked away to be published only after his death as he would not risk upsetting anyone. He made the remarks at the launch of When The Heart Speaks, the second edition of []

Srinagae: The 57-day-long Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, which commenced on July 3, will remain suspended from both routes from August 9 in view of track restoration works and adverse weather conditions. In a statement issued ,a spokesperson said the 57-day-long Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra commenced on July 3 this year and will culminate with the []

INDORE: Dialogue, dignity and inclusion are essential for effective access to justice, and a true legal aid means people spoken to and not merely spoken at, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said on Saturday. Speaking to reporters after a programme here, he also stated that the backlog of cases in the country has decreased []

Jammu: The Economic Offences Wing, Crime Branch Jammu on Saturday filed a chargesheet in the court of JMIC Sunderbani against a resident of Bhajwal for alleged encroachment of state land. In a handout, the CBK said that the chargesheet was filed against Yash Paul, son of Kundan Lal and resident of Village Bhajwal, Sunderbani, for []

UNITED NATIONS: Expressing concern over the security situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), a spokesperson for UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has said there needs to be accountability for action taken against people engaging in peaceful protest. The Secretary-General supports the work of his High Commissioner, and we certainly hope that the pleas made by Mr. []