Jammu: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is conducting raids at eight locations across the Jammu division in connection with a recently registered case involving the infiltration of Pakistani terrorists into India, official sources said. Sources said that NIA officials, assisted by the police and paramilitary CRPF, are searching premises in districts including Reasi, Doda, []

Reviews progress on AIIMS Awantiprora, pushes for speedy completion SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Masood on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review progress on ongoing works on prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Awantipora. The Minister had a comprehensive assessment of all the ongoing works of []

JAMMU: Minister for Cooperative, Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar on Wednesday remarked that Cooperative societies are the bedrock of rural development while advocating strengthening of cooperative movement to benefit local communities. The Minister made these remarks while addressing the 71st Cooperative Week celebrations at Convention Centre here, celebrated annually in []

SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat on Wednesday visited the fire victims of Gurpora Rainawari area to express solidarity with the victims of the unfortunate fire incident that damaged several houses on Tuesday evening. The Deputy Commissioner who was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Syed Ahmad Kataria and other Officers met with the []

SRINAGAR: Secretary Health & Medical Education, Dr Syed Abid Rashid Shah on Wednesday chaired a meeting regarding establishment of additional infrastructure for Maternal and Childcare Associated Hospital ( MCCH) for GMC, Anantnag. The Secretary directed the concerned officers to initiate necessary steps for establishment of a Maternity and Child Care Hospital as an Associated Hospital []

SRINAGAR: Director Agriculture Kashmir, Chowdhury Mohammad Iqbal on Wednesday received Neeraj Kumar Prajapati popularly known as The Bicycle Man of India after successfull conclusion of cycling ride of ten districts of Kashmir division to promote Mission Organic Kashmir. Speaking on the occasion, Director lauded the endeavour of Neeraj Kumar Prajapati for promoting different agriculture crops []

SRINAGAR: Police facilitated an interaction meeting with the retired police officers and officials of the Police District Awantipora at District Police Office Awantipora. The meeting was chaired by SSP Awantipora Sajjad Ahmad Shah-JKPS. At the outset of the meeting, retired police officers appreciated Awantipora Police for organizing such meetings to review the progress of welfare []

SRINAGAR: To equip community members with essential skills in disaster response, ensuring greater resilience in case of emergencies, the University of Kashmir (KU), is organising a 3-day community outreach programme focused on disaster risk mitigation here at Mir Behri in Dal interiors and its surrounding areas. The programme, being organised by the varsitys Department of []

SRINAGAR: Continuing its relentless action against drug peddlers, police in Handwara have attached a vehicle purchased using proceeds from alleged drug trafficking. A Tavera vehicle bearing registration number JK01V-3388 valued at Rs 8.90 lakhs, belonging to a drug peddler identified as Javed Ahmad Mir son of Ali Mohammad Mir resident of Dardsun Kralpora, Kupwara, has []

SRINAGAR: The decision to fill 575 lecturer posts in the School Education Department by the government is a much-needed step in addressing the escalating unemployment crisis in Jammu and Kashmir. This initiative brings hope to thousands of aspirants awaiting such opportunities. However, the move has been overshadowed by the implementation of the new and unjust []

Srinagar: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday said to have registered a case against the then Branch Manager, Devika Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd. Chenani for misappropriation of funds. A verification was conducted by Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau on receipt of communication of Chief Executive Officer, Devika Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd. Udhampur regarding []

GHAZIPUR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that discussions on restoring Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir are irrelevant as the Supreme Court upheld its abrogation as constitutional. Speaking about the post-Article 370 scenario, Sinha said, After the abrogation, assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir were conducted peacefully, observed by both national and international []

PESHAWAR:TWELVE SECURITY PERSONNEL AND SIX TERRORISTS WERE KILLED AS A SUICIDE BOMBER RAMMED AN EXPLOSIVE LADEN VEHICLE INTO A JOINT CHECK POST IN PAKISTANS NORTHWESTERN KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PROVINCE: d on Wednesday. The terrorists attempted to attack a joint check post in general area MaliKhel in Bannu district late on Tuesday night but their attempt to []

WASHINGTON: A congressional panel has recommended that the US toughen its trade relationship with Beijing, pushing to roll back a nearly 25-year-old decision that helped bring about Chinas rapid economic growth but that many in Washington now see as hurting US interests. In its annual report to Congress released on Tuesday, the US-China Economic and []

Srinagar: Nasir Aslam Wani, the advisor to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Wednesday said that the government will ensure permanent rehabilitation of fire affected families of Rainawari Srinagar and other inhabitants of Dal lake. Talking to reporters after visiting the fire affecting families in the interior areas of Dal lake, Wani, said that []

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday cast his vote in Mumbai, and urged people to exercise their franchise by coming out in large numbers in order to protect the self respect of Maharashtra. Thackeray cast vote with his wife Rashmi and sons Aaditya and Tejas in Bandra East. Vote in large numbers []

Srinagar: A youth was killed while as his brother was injured after they met with an accident in Damtal area of Punjab. Officials said that yesterday around 10pm that a vehicle hit two brothers at Damtal resulting in critical injuries to both of them. They were immediately shifted to nearby hospital for []

Stakeholders unite to enhance parental responsibility, enforcement measures following recent tragic fatalities involving teenagers SRINAGAR: In a proactive response to the alarming surge in road accidents involving minors, coupled with the heartbreaking tragedy that recently claimed the lives of two teenagers, the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) held a pivotal stakeholder meeting at []

Launches 20-day sanitation campaign Hamara Shauchalay: Hamara Samman JAMMU: Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Javed Ahmad Dar, reaffirmed the governments commitment to ensuring comprehensive sanitation facilities for every household across Jammu and Kashmir. While launching a 20-day-long sanitation campaign Hamara Shauchalay: Hamara Samman at the Convention Centre in here, the Minister []

KULGAM: In a significant achievement, District Kulgam has been awarded the prestigious Best District Award in Fisheries by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairies on the occasion of World Fisheries Day. The award recognizes the Fisheries Departments remarkable stride in promoting sustainable fisheries, empowering local fish farmers, and enhancing trout and other fish []

GANDERBAL: The Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) held condolence gatherings across its campuses to honour the memory of its founding Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abdul Wahid Qureshi, who passed away on Sunday. The meetings, organized at the Green Campus, Tulmulla Campus, Arts Campus, and Nunar Campus, witnessed participation from faculty members, administrative staff, research scholars, and students. []

KULGAM: Principal, Government Degree College (GDC) Kulgam, Prof. Syed Eazaz Hussain Rizvi today released Dr Gowhar Hamid Dars 26th book titled Nano-phytoremediation and Environmental Pollution: Strategies and Mechanism. The book discusses nano-phytoremediation, use of nanotechnology in combination with phytoremediation to restore polluted environs and the potential of plants in association with nanomaterials to effectively remediate []

SRINAGAR: In its ongoing battle against the drug trade, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested six individuals involved in drug peddling across Srinagar, Kulgam, and Kupwara, seizing a variety of contraband substances in the process. At a checkpoint set up by the Police Station Shaheed Gunj at Habakadal Chowk, a police party intercepted a []

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a revised nuclear doctrine declaring that a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack on his country. Putins endorsement of the new nuclear deterrent policy comes on the 1,000th day after he sent troops []

RIO DE JANEIRO: Leaders of the Group of 20 major economies have called for comprehensive ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon, while also stressing the need for cooperation on climate change, poverty reduction, and taxing the ultrarich. The economic forum met in Rio de Janeiro on Monday as leaders sought to shore up multilateral consensus on []

SRINAGAR: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday lauded three party MLAs who raised the issue of abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A during the first session of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly earlier this month. Party President Ms. @MehboobaMufti lauded the efforts of PDP MLAs for their efforts in legislative assembly at party headquarters in Srinagar []

Srinagar: In a significant milestone for renewable energy adoption in Kashmir Division, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has successfully achieved 1 MW of rooftop solar capacity under the flagship PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This achievement, coupled with disbursement of 1.00 Cr in Central subsidy to 110 domestic beneficiaries, marks a []

*Srinagar* J&K Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara, Sajad Gani Lone, today voiced serious concerns over a steep hike in electricity bills across villages, citing an increase of nearly 50%. In an official statement, Lone criticized the ruling party for creating an electricity mess and demanded immediate intervention. Phone calls from various []

Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir police on Tuesday carried out raids in Awantipora and Tral areas of south Kashmirs Pulwama district in connection with the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). An official said police raided two residential houses belonging in Khankha Midoora area of Awantipora. He said that raids were conducted in []

Srinagar,: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir Tuesday banned driving of vehicles by minor students and asked the institutions to not allow them enter premises while driving any motor vehicle, including two-wheelers or four-wheelers The directorate, in a circular, also said that the parents of those students should be informed accordingly. This []

Srinagar:A 45-year-old man was killed after being hit by a tiper at Omoh Verninag area of South Kashmirs Anantnag district on Tuesday morning. Officials said that man was hit by a tiper this early morning near Omoh Verinag resulting his on spot death. The driver of the vehicle fled []

Chamber acknowledges J&K Banks improving NPA ratio Advocates One Time Settlement plan to support local businesses SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Monday said it acknowledges and appreciates the remarkable growth trajectory and improving Non-Performing Assets (NPA) ratio of J&K Bank, while emphasising the critical need for a special []

Directs timely completion of verification, digitization of records for better land record management SRINAGAR: In order to ensure timely completion of verification and scanning of revenue related records in District, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat on Monday undertook visit of District Record Room and Central Record Room Complex Bemina. During the []

JAMMU: In a pioneering effort to combat the growing threat of cybercrime, the Jammu & Kashmir Police, in collaboration with Punjab Police, Himachal Pradesh Police, and experts from IIT Jammu, conducted a joint exercise on Digital Arrest aimed at enhancing inter-agency coordination and leveraging technology to tackle cybercriminal activities. The exercise, which brought together law []

SRINAGAR: In a deeply impactful sermon delivered at a mosque in the Bota Kadal area of Srinagar, Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq underscored the profound importance of Haqooq Ul Ibaadthe mutual rights and responsibilities among human beings. He emphasized that Islam extends beyond rituals and worship, such as prayer and fasting, to encompass the way []

SRINAGAR: The Chief Spokesperson of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq on Monday praised the government led by Omar Abdullah for launching initiatives that will benefit the people assuring that all the promises outlined in the party manifesto would be kept. Sadiq made these remarks during a media briefing at the []

AWANTIPORA: The Alamdar College of Nursing and Medical Technology, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a Breast Cancer Awareness Program under the DST-supported Interdisciplinary Research Program for Chronic Diseases (DST-PURSE). The event aimed to educate students, faculty, and staff about breast cancer, emphasizing early detection and treatment options. Dr. Natasha Thakur, Associate Professor, []

MOSCOW: Russian lawmaker Maria Butina said on Monday that the administration of President Joe Biden was risking World War Three if it had allowed Ukraine to use U.S.-made weapons to strike deep into Russia. These guys, Bidens administration, is trying to escalate the situation to the maximum while they still have power and are still []

Srinagar: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Monday hit out at the BJP for putting out an advertisement ahead of elections in Jharkhand, which she termed as deplorably communal and against the secular fabric of the nation. The advertisement was posted on the X handle of BJPs Jharkhand unit but was removed after the Election []

HOBART (AUSTRALIA): Marcus Stoinis bludgeoned 61 not out off 27 balls as Australia swept Pakistan 3-0 in the Twenty20 series with a seven-wicket victory in the final game on Monday. The hosts had a 29-run win in a rain-shortened seven-overs-a-side match in the first T20 in Brisbane, before fast bowler Spencer Johnson then grabbed a []

Srinagar: Police on Monday claimed to have arrested a terrorist affiliated with proscribed terror outfit LeT and recovered incriminating materials, arms and ammunition from his possession in Tral area of Awantipora. In a handout, the police said that acting on specific intelligence, Awantipora Police alongwith Army (42RR) and CRPF (180BN) arrested a terrorist affiliated []

Srinagar: Security forces Monday claimed to have arrested a terrorist in Tral area of south Kashmirs Pulwama district. An official said that security forces launched search operation in the orchards of Pinglish village about the presence of a terrorist. He said that during search operation, a terrorist associated with Lashkar-e-Toiba was arrest and []

Shopian:Security forces on Monday busted a terrorist hideout in Keller area of south Kashmirs Shopian district, officials said. An official that a joint team of security forces, including 44 RR, 2 Rajput, 34 RR, 14 BN CRPF, and Shopian Police, launched a search operation in the forest area of Keller. []

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Srinagar,:A militant associate along with arms and ammunition was arrested at Janbazpora Binner road in North Kashmirs Baramulla district on Sunday. A top police officer said that on specific input a joint team of Police and security forces apprehended one militant associate at Janbazapoda Binner road. He has been identified as Showkat Ahmad Bhat []

Chairs High-Level Meeting On Security, Developmental Projects Jammu: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting of senior civil, police officials and DCs, SSPs of Jammu Division to review the progress of development projects and security situation in the region. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary, Shri Atal Dulloo; DGP, Shri Nalin Prabhat; []

NC-Cong Govt Doing Very Well Jammu: Jammu Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) President Farooq Abdullah on Sunday said that the NC-Congress government in the Union Territory is doing very well and assured of fulfilling all promises made in their election manifesto. Our government is going very wellwe will fulfil the promises made in our manifesto in []

Srinagar: Improving the quality of life and addressing pressing issues such as growing unemployment have been the focus of the Omar Abdullah-led government in Jammu and Kashmir in its first month, a senior government functionary said. Since taking charge, the government introduced several measures besides getting an additional 300 MW of power supply to alleviate []

Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Congress unit chief Tariq Hameed Karra on Sunday termed the governance in the Union Territory hazy, claiming it is an irony that even after a month of government formation, the terms of governance remain undefined with those in power unclear about their roles and responsibilities. In an interview, Karra said the []

Jammu: Some major initiatives are in offing to revamp and strengthen the Congress at the grass-roots level in Jammu and Kashmir, the partys fact finding team said on Sunday. The fact-finding team headed by Jammu and Kashmir Congress vice-president Ravinder Sharma dropped the hint about major initiatives during their visit to Rajouri where they held []