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Srinagar: Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has arrested a long-absconding accused wanted in alleged multi-crore fraud. In a handout, the CBK said that the accused has been identified as Soom Nath Koul, son of Kalash Nath Koul, resident of 22-Lotus Tower, Bangalore North, Karnataka, presently residing at Janipur, Jammu. He was []

CMs Advisor says OTS should be without upper limit, issue to be considered broadly Chamber felicitates three former presidents with lifetime achievement awards SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) held its 92nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Hotel Taj Dal View, Kralsangri. Members of the Executive Committee and the Chambers general []

NC calls for adequate arrangements Urs Hazrat Mir Syed Yaqub (RA) SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Womens Wing President and MLA Habba Kadal Shameema Firdous Saturday visited various areas of the Habba Kadal constituency to review ongoing development works and projects under construction. During the visit, Shameema Firdous laid the foundation stone []

Lays foundation stone for bridge connecting Dharamsala Khampora Saria with Wanpora BUDGAM: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather on Saturday inaugurated the development works of inner link roads at TangnarSheikhpura, Chadoora, covering a total length of 2.4 kilometres and executed at an estimated cost of Rs. 25 lakh. The newly developed []

SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq has expressed deep anguish over the brutal killing of Saikun Khan outside a police station in Rajasthan and called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances of his killing and for those responsible to be brought to justice. In a post on X, Mirwaiz said:The brutal killing of []

Holds public outreach camp KULGAM: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo on Saturday visited Kulgam and laid the foundation stones for various developmental projects in Banimullah and adjoining areas. The projects, spanning road connectivity, education and healthcare sectors, were initiated in her presence. During the visit, the Minister also held []

BUDGAM: The Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) organized an Export Awareness-cum-E-Commerce On-boarding Drive at Budgam as part of its scheduled activities for the year 202627. The workshop was conducted in collaboration with the District Administration Budgam, Handicrafts and Handloom Department, District Industries Centre, Budgam, Government e-Marketplace (GeM), Flipkart Samaratha and SBDU Mission Yuva. []

ANANTNAG: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat on Saturday chaired the 35th meeting of the Narcotics Coordination Committee (NCORD) at the DC Office Complex, Anantnag, to review the measures being undertaken to combat drug abuse, strengthen enforcement, intensify awareness and ensure effective rehabilitation support across the district. Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner []

Inaugurates upgradation projects at three Ziyarat complexes in Gbl GANDERBAL: Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board Chairperson and Minister of State Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi on Saturday inaugurated reconstruction and upgradation projects at three ziyarat complexes in Rayil Gund, Kangan: the shrines of Hazrat Syed Jaffar Sahib (RA), Hazrat Syed Abdul Rehman Sahib (RA) and Syed []

BANDIPORA: As part of its ongoing efforts to inspire and empower youth through real-life experiences, the District Administration Bandipora on Saturday organized 9th episode of Nun Chai Talks, featuring renowned mountaineers and sisters Aditi Vaidya and Anuja Vaidya. Member of the Legislative Assembly, Devyani Singh Rana, also joined the episode. Speaking on the occasion, Deputy []

SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Airforce line will be observed due to which power supply to Peerbagh, Cooperative Colony, Jeelanabad, Hyderpora, Nadru, PHQ, Airport, Sheikhpora, Friends Colony, Humhama Heights, Tawheed Bagh and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 30 September 2026. []

NEW DELHI: Opposition INDIA bloc parties are likely to meet in New Delhi on September 30 to discuss concerns over the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, besides other issues, sources said. The proposed meeting comes amid increased coordination among opposition parties over the Election Commission following reports of differences []

UNITED NATIONS: The United States had yet to publicly respond on Saturday after Iran offered a plan to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, though reports indicated that President Donald Trump had rejected the proposal. The waterway key to the worlds oil supply is central to the conflict between the US and Iran, which is []

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to former prime minister Manmohan Singh on his birth anniversary and remembered his many years spent in public life, serving the nation with dedication. Singh was born on September 26, 1932 in the Punjab province of undivided India and died in New Delhi on December []

NEW DELHI: The BJP on Saturday attacked the Congress, alleging that the Gandhi family is not the guardian of Indian democracy but a threat to it. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari also alleged that the Congresss sole objective is to bring back the Gandhi-Vadra family to power at the Centre. For Congress: Parivarwad First, Parivarwad Only, []

WASHINGTON: The United States and China will set up a communication channel for artificial intelligence incidents, the White House said on Friday. US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping concluded a summit on Friday, with their talks focused on issues including the rising challenges posed by AI. The two countries established a []

WASHINGTON: OpenAI disclosed Friday that its artificial intelligence agents had interacted with several US government websites in unexpected ways, discovered as part of an ongoing review into the companys models unanticipated behaviour. The AI giants models accessed publicly available information on two websites operated by the Securities and Exchange Commission as well as US Census []

BANDIPORA: The Department of Youth Services and Sports Bandipora on Saturday concluded the Inter-District UT-Level U-14 Boys Handball Competition at SK Stadium Bandipora, with the host district emerging as the champion. In the much-anticipated final, Bandipora defeated Baramulla in a closely contested encounter to lift the championship title. Baramulla secured the runner-up position, while Kulgam []

SHOPIAN: Inter-Divisional UT Level Wushu Competition for Under-17 and Under-19 Girls commenced on Saturday in Shopian with great enthusiasm and sporting spirit. The championship is being organized by the Department of Youth Services & Sports, Shopian, bringing together talented young athletes from across various districts of the Union Territory. The event was formally inaugurated by []

ANANTNAG: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat on Saturday attended the final ceremony of the BPL-6 Cricket Tournament as the Chief Guest at the Nilandrusu Cricket Ground, Bijbehara. Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner congratulated the organisers, players and all participants for the successful conduct of the tournament. He appreciated the young cricketers []

Srinagar: Zonal Police Headquarters Kashmir on Saturday organized a one-day conference to activate and sensitise field officers regarding Beat Level Policing at PCR Kashmir. In a handout, the police said that the conference was held under the chairmanship of IGP Kashmir Sujit Kumar-IPS, and was attended by all Range DIGs of Kashmir Zone, all district []

Srinagar: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Saturday said that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has set December-end as the internal timeline for completion of Phase-I of the Srinagar Ring Road. He said efforts are also underway to expedite the work and make the road available to commuters at the earliest. Speaking to []

Srinagar: Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Friday and discussed several issues. Sources said that Sharma met the Home Minister on Friday afternoon. He also met BJP national president Nitin Nabin there, sources disclosed. This was Sharmas second meeting with the Union Home Minister in []

NEW DELHI: Opposition INDIA bloc parties are likely to meet in New Delhi on September 30 to discuss concerns over the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, besides other issues, sources said. The proposed meeting comes amid increased coordination among opposition parties over the Election Commission following reports of differences []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday lauded the Armed Forces Medical Services for successfully conducting a mega eye surgical camp under Operation Drishti at Tangdhar in Karnah, where 220 people underwent eye surgeries. In a post on X, LG Sinha said, Restoring sight to 220 people in an underground operation theatre in a challenging []

SRINAGAR: Minister for Health & Medical Education Sakeena Itoo on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is a shortage of medical and paramedical staff in certain healthcare institutions across Jammu and Kashmir, with the extent varying from institution to institution depending upon sanctioned strength, existing vacancies, functional requirements and service delivery needs. The Minister []

SRINAGAR: Addressing the Friday congregation at the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar, Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq urged people to strengthen their trust in Almighty Allah, remain steadfast in difficult times, and cleanse their hearts of ill will, bitterness and resentment towards one another. Referring the Quranic words Allah is sufficient for us, and He []

SRINAGAR: To ensure the timely rollout of healthcare services at AIIMS Awantipora from October 31, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Friday chaired a meeting to review the status of pending issues and expedite their resolution. The meeting took up several critical matters concerning the operational readiness of the institution, including electricity supply for the []

BARAMULLA: Continuing its community outreach and public engagement initiatives, Police in Baramulla conducted Thana Diwas and Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meetings at 30 locations across the district. The meetings were held at Suchilwaran, Kanispora, Kralhar, Mirher, DPS Colony, Shahi Hamdan Colony, Gojree Mohalla, Newran, Baba Khaipora, Odina, Kumar Mohalla, Pathanpora, Wussan, Wahdina, WariporaPayeen, Kawhar []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Friday welcomed the resolution moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in the Legislative Assembly seeking restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir and expressed hope that the Union government will respect the will of the people of J&K. The party said that the manner in which the []

Calls upon new appointees to uphold spirit of service, compassion, professionalism SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo on Friday distributed appointment orders among 27 newly appointed AYUSH Medical Officers, marking their formal induction into government healthcare services in Jammu and Kashmir. Congratulating the newly appointed Medical Officers, the []

SRINAGAR: Jamkash Vehicleades (Kashmir) Pvt. Ltd. today re-launched the Maruti Suzuki Eeco Cargo in Kashmir at an event attended by Chief Guest Mr. Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, SSP Traffic, along with Chief Operating Officer (COO) Dr. Amber Ahmed, A R Bhat (CGM) and senior management of Jamkash Vehicleades. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ajaz Ahmad Bhat []

Calls for fulfilment of commitment made to people; says statehood belongs to entire Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar, Sep 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday moved a resolution in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly calling upon the Government of India for the immediate and urgent restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The []

Srinagar, Sep 25: The government will extend financial assistance to all eligible farmers affected by the hailstorm that occurred during the intervening night of September 18 and 19, 2026 in various areas of Srigufwara and Bijbehara. This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary who was replying, on behalf of Chief Minister Omar []

Jammu records 31.9C, temp plummets to 5.8C in Gulmarg Sajid Raina Srinagar, Sep 25: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir is likely to experience generally dry weather tomorrow, while a brief spell of rain, thunder and gusty winds is expected at a few places on Sunday and Monday. According to []

300 lakh SDRF, 281 lakh CMRF released for Rajouri; 400 lakh SDRF, 137 lakh CMRF for Poonch Srinagar, Sep 25: The Jammu and Kashmir government today informed the Legislative Assembly that comprehensive relief and restoration measures have been undertaken for areas affected by heavy rains, flash floods and landslides in Rajouri and Poonch districts. This []

Srinagar, Sep 25: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that no application has been received by the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) under the Journalist Welfare Scheme (JWS) 2023. The government further said that the scheme provides financial assistance to accredited and non-accredited journalists, including freelancers, in cases []

Srinagar, Sep 25: The Congress on Friday staged a brief protest in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. As soon as proceedings of the House began, Congress lawmakers carrying banners that read Gyanesh Kumar resign, protect the vote, protect democracy raised slogans demanding the CECs []

Srinagar: Peoples Conference president and Handwara MLA Sajad Lone on Friday hit back at the BJPs objections to the Jammu and Kashmir Assemblys resolution on statehood, arguing that the political and constitutional relationship between J&K and India cannot be divorced from the commitments and assurances surrounding the events of 1947. Lone said as the BJP []

Srinagar: BJP MLA Randhawa was marshalled out of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Friday amid an uproar by BJP members over the statehood resolution moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, following which the House was adjourned till Monday. e House resumed proceedings following a 30-minute adjournment, with BJP members raising slogans in protest []

Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday moved a resolution in the Legislative Assembly seeking the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs full statehood. After Question Hour, the Chief Minister moved a resolution, urging the Government of India for the immediate restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. In addition to the resolutions passed by []

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that no application has been received by the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) under the Journalist Welfare Scheme (JWS) 2023. The government further said that the scheme provides financial assistance to accredited and non-accredited journalists, including freelancers, in cases of extreme []

Srinagar: The government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that it plans to undertake a field research-cum-feasibility study to assess the potential of Uri in Baramulla district for large-scale commercial plantations, particularly olive and other suitable non-fruit species. The information was provided by the Agriculture Production Department in response to a question raised by Uri []

Srinagar: The Congress on Friday staged a brief protest in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. As soon as proceedings of the House began, Congress lawmakers carrying banners that read Gyanesh Kumar resign, protect the vote, protect democracy raised slogans demanding the CECs resignation. Speaker []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government recognizes the horticulture sector as a vital part of the regions economy, supporting the livelihoods of millions. Minister Javid Ahmad Dar highlighted this during a recent session of the Legislative Assembly, emphasizing the sectors significant contribution to employment, income, and the overall economy. Dar informed the House that approximately []

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has intensified efforts to regulate pesticides and promote safe, judicious use across the region, as announced by Minister Javid Ahmad Dar. Addressing the Legislative Assembly on September 24, Dar highlighted a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at preventing the sale and use of spurious and substandard pesticides, especially in light []

SRINAGAR: Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo on Thursday informed the J&K Legislative Assembly that the issue of maintaining the Pupil-Teacher Ratio is being addressed by providing additional staff to understaffed schools through rationalisation across J&K, including those in Uri constituency Replying to a question raised by MLA Uri Sajjad Shafi during Question Hour of the []

SRINAGAR: The Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, has taken serious note of the delay in finalisation and implementation of the proposed Government Vehicle Management Policy, 2026, and directed the Government to place a clear and definite timeline before the House during the ongoing Session. The matter came up during []

SRINAGAR: MLA Nazir Ahmad Khan (Gurezi) asked for swift forest clearance of the road projects to ensure their timely completion. The Minister In-Charge PWD clarified that the matter would be taken on priority with the forest department and the connectivity Projects completed on time. MLA Nizam-ud-din Bhat raised the issue about the refusal of Environmental []

Over 100 participants competed in national-level logic & reasoning championship PAMPORE (PULWAMA): Fatima Bint Farooq emerged as the winner of Mind Maze Season II, a national-level logic and reasoning championship organised by Endeavours in collaboration with Iqbal Library, Pampore. The second season began with more than 100 participants, who competed through a rigorous, three-tier []