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Smart rescue vehicles, water scooters, drone-based search systems in pipeline: SSP SDRF Abid Bashir Srinagar, Jun 01: As drowning incidents continue to cast a shadow over Kashmirs summers, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) is preparing to launch a technology-driven rescue mission aimed at saving lives through faster response, modern equipment and expanded ground presence across the Valleys vulnerable water bodies. With eight drowning incidents reported in recent days alone, officials said

RK News Service Srinagar, Jun 01: Monika Dhami, a 2001 batch Indian Revenue Service officer, on Monday assumed charge as the Principal Commissioner of Income Tax in Srinagar, becoming the highest-ranked Income Tax officer in the region covering the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Dhami has served in important and diverse positions, including a policy-making role at the Department of Economic Affairs, corporate and salary assessment charges within the Income Tax department, and a

6.67 lakh households submit Census details RK News Service Jammu, Jun 01: The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has emerged as the leading Union Territory and 8th among states in the country in Self-Enumeration under Census 2027, with more than 6.67 lakh households voluntarily submitting their Census details through the official portal, Chief Principal Census Officer and Director Census Operations, J&K and Ladakh, Amit Sharma said on Monday. Following the successful completion of the Self-Enu

Ovaise Gul Srinagar, Jun 01: The arrival phase of Hajj flights for Jammu and Kashmir pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia is all set to commence from Tuesday (June 2, 2026). According to the details available with Rising Kashmir, around 145 pilgrims are expected to arrive at Srinagar International Airport on Tuesday afternoon. The Hajj aspirants had left for the pilgrimage on the first flight on May 18. They were assigned flight QP-7521. The Jammu and Kashmir Haj Committee (JKHC) has announced t

All decisions taken in best interests of pilgrims, says Ministry of Minority Affairs Ovaise Gul Srinagar, Jun 01: Safety cannot be compromised, and all decisions regarding the Hajj pilgrims return travel have been taken in their best interests, the Union government clarified on Monday amid growing concerns over luggage restrictions imposed on flights returning to Srinagar. The Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA), in a clarification, said that due to a Notice to Air Missions or Notice to Airmen (

Delay causing disappointment; Zamzam, dates distribution traditions affected Ovaise Gul Srinagar, Jun 01: Amid the luggage restriction debate, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to Union Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, seeking facilitation of baggage transportation for Hajj pilgrims returning to the Union Territory. According to a letter accessed by Rising Kashmir, the Chief Minister drew attention to the difficulties beingfaced by Hajj pilgrims retu

Umar Raina Ganderbal, Jun 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will lead a mega anti-drug padyatra in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on June 05,20026(Friday). The district administration has appealed to citizens, youth, students, employees, civil society members and community leaders to participate in large numbers in the Nasha Mukt Padyatra scheduledto be held onJune 05at 7:00 AM at Qamaria Ground, Ganderbal. Speaking to reporters, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal Jatin Kishore said that

Younus Rashid Kulgam, Jun 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said 923 FIRs have been registered and more than 1,000 drug peddlers and smugglers arrested in the last 51 days under the ongoing anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a gathering here, Sinha said over 56 drug traffickers were detained under the PIT-NDPS Act, while more than 600 driving licences were cancelled and recommendations made for the cancellation of 124 passports. The LG said properties created from th

Reiterates addicts are victims, not criminals; assures rehab centres; links crackdown to national security; says those who fled J&K will be tracked down Younus Rashid Kulgam, Jun 01:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the anti-drug campaign launched 51 days ago had evolved into a mass movement across Jammu and Kashmir. Fifty-one days ago, we attempted to ignite a spark of change. Today, I firmly believe that when people unite, even a small spark can transform the destiny of an entire

For an economy looking for resilience, and for thousands of unemployed youth seeking dignity in work, sheep farming may be the quiet engine J&K has overlooked for too long HAKIM MOHD YASEEN Sheep farming has always been part of rural life in Jammu & Kashmir, but its still treated as a backyard activity rather than a serious economic sector. If given focuscredit, training, market supportit could become one of the regions most reliable tools for generating jobs and keeping money circulating locall

How unplanned growth, shrinking road space, and rising vehicles are choking the city and its people JAHANZEB MUSHTAQ Srinagar today feels less like a city on the move and more like a city trapped between bumpers. From Pantha Chowk to HMT, from Downtown to Hyderpora, residents find themselves squeezed into what many now call a traffic sandwich, hemmed in by vehicles on all sides, moving inches in what should take minutes. This is no longer an occasional inconvenience; it has become a defining fea

India generates the data. SpaceX processes it. The returns flow to Nasdaq shareholders. This is not a partnership. It is an extraction model with better optics FUTURECRAFT | TECHNOLOGY & MARKETS ARSSH KUMAR India spent the better part of a decade arguing about where to put its data. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, passed in 2023 and brought into force in late 2025, is the culmination of that argument. The answer it arrived at: data generated by Indian citizens must remain answerable to

You never chased status, yet people respected you deeply. You never spoke loudly, yet your words remained with people for years MUNEEB A FAIQ Dear Mummy, Three years have passed since you left, yet I still find myself speaking to you in quiet moments, as though you have merely stepped into another room. I often think about your last days. You remained in a coma for a week while I travelled back from the other side of the globe, carrying guilt, fear, and hope across oceans. And then, when I final

The maize fields of Kashmir are not merely cultivation sites; they represent living genetic laboratories containing solutions for future food security SALIKA RAMAZAN Maize, originally a tropical crop, has remarkably adapted itself to the temperate climatic conditions of the Kashmir Himalayas over centuries. Today, it supports the livelihood of thousands of farming families, particularly in high-altitude and hilly regions of Kashmir, where agriculture remains the backbone of rural life. Despite i

From Kupwara to Qazigund, students chase a few secure options while a world of opportunities passes them by. It is time to make career counselling a core part of education in the Valley DR JAVID QADRI In recent years, the Kashmir Valley has witnessed a powerful transformation. Internet connectivity, expansion of higher education, competitive examinations, and exposure to global trends have opened doors that were unimaginable a generation ago. Yet, when one sits with students in a classroom in Ku

Arif Rashid Tangmarg, June 1: In a concerted effort to improve civic amenities and public infrastructure, the Municipal Committees of Magam, Kunzer and Tangmarg have launched a series of development and sanitation initiatives across their jurisdictions. The measures aim to enhance cleanliness, strengthen basic infrastructure and ensure better public services for residents ahead of the peak summer season. Executive Officer of the Municipal Committees of Magam, Kunzer and Tangmarg, Ishtiyaq Ahmad,

Mansoor Peer Srinagar, June 1: Ladakh has witnessed a marked decline in overweight and obesity among adults over the past five years, according to the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) (2023-24). The survey shows that the proportion of overweight or obese women aged 1549 years fell from 28.3 percent in NFHS-5 to 22.8 percent, while the corresponding figure for men declined sharply from 37.8 percent to 27.8 percent, reflecting an overall improvement in nutritional and health outcomes.

RK News Service Srinagar, June 1: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday inaugurated the newly constructed additional accommodation block at Circuit House, Church Lane, Srinagar, aimed at enhancing hospitality infrastructure and improving facilities for visiting dignitaries and guests. The project has been executed by the Public Works (R&B) Department under the Capex budget at a cost of 781.34 lakh. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Member Legislative Assembly Lal Chowk Sheikh Ahsa

Aatif Qayoom Srinagar, June 1: The Gulmarg Gondola service will remain suspended for tourists till June 5, 2026, due to technical maintenance, according to an official notice issued by the J&K Cable Car Corporation on its official website. The notice informed tourists that all tickets booked for visit dates between May 25 and June 5 will be refunded in full. The corporation also expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to visitors due to the temporary closure of the service. Officials said

Srinagar, June 01 : Inspector General of Police, Kashmir zone , VK Birdi is set to proceed on central deputation. According to Ministry of Home Affairs, the competent authority has approved the appointment of Vidhi Kumar Birdi as Inspector General, Central Reserve Police Force. The undersigned is directed to refer to the subject mentioned above and to convey approval of the Competent Authority for appointment of Shri Vidhi Kumar Birdi, IPS (AGMUT:2003) as Inspector General (Level-14 in the pay m

Srinagar, June 01: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, seeking urgent intervention to ensure the timely and secure transportation of checked-in baggage belonging to Haj pilgrims returning to Jammu and Kashmir. According to a post shared by the Chief Ministers Office on X, Omar Abdullah urged the Union Minister to address concerns regarding the handling and transportation of baggage of returning pilgrims and ensure

Srinagar, June 01: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast a fresh spell of rain and thundershowers across Jammu and Kashmir from June 3, with widespread precipitation, gusty winds and the possibility of hailstorm expected in several areas. According to the MeT department, weather conditions are likely to remain generally dry on June 1 and 2, although brief spells of rain or thundershowers at a few places during late afternoon hours cannot be ruled out. On June 3, the weather is expected

Kota, June 1: Students of Allen Career Institute secured the top three ranks in JEE Advanced 2026, with Shubham Kumar securing All India Rank (AIR) 1, followed by Kabeer Chhillar at AIR 2 and Jatin Kumar Chahar at AIR 3. Shubham Kumar, an Allen classroom student from Gaya, Bihar, secured AIR 1 by scoring 330 out of 360 marks. He had earlier secured 100 percentile in JEE Main and AIR 6. His father, Shivkumar, runs a hardware business, while his mother, Kanchan Devi, is a homemaker. Shubham attrib

Ahmedabad , June 1: Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinching back-to-back Indian Premier League (IPL) titles, skipper Rajat Patidar praised RCBs batting icon Virat Kohli as an exceptional player and role model, saying his impact goes beyond batting. Patidar highlighted how Kohli actively mentors teammates, sharing insights about cricket and professionalism. He added that he closely observes Kohli both on and off the field, with the biggest lesson being Kohlis unmatched intensity and

Srinagar, June 01: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet before the Honble Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar in FIR No. 03/2024 under Sections 420, 468, 167 and 120-B RPC against three accused persons for their alleged involvement in a land fraud case. The case pertains to the alleged fraudulent sale of the same parcel of land situated at Khushipora, HMT Srinagar to multiple purchasers through separate registered sale deeds.Investigation r

The JEE Advanced exam is one of the toughest and most famous tests in India for students who want to become engineers. Every year, over 10-12 lakh students first appear in JEE Main, and then the top 2.5 lakh of them qualify to write JEE Advanced. Only a small portion of these students finally make it into the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), which are the dream colleges for many young engineers. In JEE Advanced 2025, around 1.8 lakh students appeared for the exam, and about 54,000 qualifi

Ahmedabad , June 1: Following his sides back-to-back Indian Premier League (IPL) title win, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star batter Virat Kohli said that it was a daydream for us and underlined the demands of todays modern game. Virats chase-masterclass and excellent bowling performances from the pace trio of Rasikh Dar Salam, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood helped RCB seal back-to-back IPL titles after waiting for a trophy for 17 seasons. The 37-year-old was once again in the thick o

Aatif Qayoom Srinagar, May 31: Pahalgam Golf Course is all set to witness its first ever National Golf Tournament in the first week of June, in a move aimed at promoting tourism and showcasing the scenic destination at the national level. An official from the tourism department said the prestigious event is being organised in collaboration with other departments and is expected to attract nearly 100 golfers from different parts of the country. The tournament will mark a historic moment for Pahal

Inaugurates BPL Season-11 at Banihal Sports Stadium Banihal, May 31: Amid a huge gathering of sports enthusiasts, youth, and local residents, MLA Banihal Sajjad Shaheen on Sunday inaugurated BPL Season-11 at Sports Stadium Banihal. The tournament, organized by Danish Farooq Mir and Mohd Asif Wani, witnessed tremendous enthusiasm and participation from cricket lovers across the region. Addressing the gathering, Sajjad Shaheen appreciated the organizers for providing a vibrant platform to young ta

Stresses seamless facilities for ease, convenience of pilgrims Anantnag, May 31: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, on Sunday visited Mattan and attended the ongoing Holy Adhikmas Kumbh 2026 alongside the representatives of Shri Martand Tirath Trust (SMTT) and a large congregation of devotees. The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR) Tariq Ahmad Malik, Tehsildar Mattan, senior officers of line departments and other concerned offici

Doda, May 31: A warm and heartfelt farewell was accorded to Mohd Sikandar Butt, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), on his retirement from CID CI District Doda after rendering more than 36 years of dedicated and distinguished service in the department. A farewell function was organized at District Police Lines (DPL) Doda, where officials and staff of CID CI District Doda gathered to honor the retiring ASI and acknowledge his invaluable contributions to the organization. Family members, friends and co

Srinagar, May 31: Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) on Sunday organised a farewell ceremony in honour of four of its senior officers on their superannuation after years of dedicated service. The officers who retired from service include Joint Commissioner (Works) Shafat Ahmad Khan, Chief Sanitation Officer Mudasir Ahmad Banday, Executive Engineer Nisar Ahmad Wangoo, and Executive Engineer Mushtaq Ahmad Nowshehri. The function was presided over by Commissioner SMC,Faz Lul Haseeb, and attended

Jammu, May 31: Under the directions of Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Director Agriculture Jammu, Anil Gupta on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting to review and finalize preparations for the month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan to be conducted across Jammu Division from June 1 to June 30. During a recent video conference meeting, the Union Minister emphasized that the Khet Bachao Abhiyan should not remain merely an awareness programme

Evidence from University College Cork links early junk-heavy diets to lasting changes in how the brain controls hunger A new study from University College Cork should unsettle every parent, teacher and policymaker in Jammu and Kashmir. It confirms what many have long suspected: childhood junk food is not just padding our childrens waistlines, it is quietly rewiring their brains. Researchers at APC Microbiome have shown that diets high in fat and sugar during early life can alter how the brain co

At the Kashmir Literature Festival, LG Sinha underlines writers role in shaping history and memory Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinhas inaugural address at the Kashmir Literature Festival-2026 at SKICC Srinagar on Saturday is more than ceremonial rhetoric. His assertion that writers, poets and scholars play a greater role in shaping civilisations than institutions is a reminder that in times of political churn and social anxiety, it is the written word that often does the slow, difficult work of re

As smartphones become pacifiers, playgrounds, and classrooms in one glowing screen, we must urgently rethink how much is too much for young minds SYED MEHWISH In homes across Kashmir today, a familiar scene plays out. A restless child is handed a mobile phone so that the adults can finish a conversation, a chore, or a meal in peace. The screen lights up, the child falls silent, and for a brief moment, everyone is relieved. What looks like a harmless convenience, even a small miracle of modern te

Making responsible parenting central in the fight against drugs and social crimes DR ABRAR HASSAN The Kashmir Valley today stands at a difficult crossroads. For decades, our conversations were dominated by politics and survival. Now, another crisis has crept into our homes: drug addiction and a disturbing rise in social crimes among our youth. The statistics are alarming, but the lived reality is even more painful; parents waiting outside de-addiction centres, mothers hiding their jewellery to s

The historic verdict of theSupreme Court of India has finally reinforced the constitutional position and the role of the ECI, and also of the government FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS ASHWANI KUMAR CHRUNGOO On 27th May 2026, the three-judge bench of the Supreme Court of India,headed by the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, finally announced its judgement in respect of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, conducted by the ElectionCommission of India. In its historic judgemen

If you hear about a patient being treated through a tiny puncture instead of a large incision, there is a good chance that Interventional Radiology is behind the story DR IRSHAD BANDAY When most people think of medical treatment, they usually think of medicines, surgery, or perhaps a visit to a specialist. Very few have heard of Interventional Radiology, even though it has quietly transformed the way many diseases are treated today. As an Interventional Radiologist, I often meet patients who tel

KU study finds altitude & even shadow cast by towering peaks influence glacier retreat Abid Bashir Srinagar, May 31: A new study on melting glaciers has revealed that rising temperatures alone do not determine a glaciers fate. In the high mountains of Kashmir, shadows cast by towering peaks, the thickness of debris covering the ice and even the steepness of a glaciers slope can mean the difference between rapid retreat and relative survival. The researchdone by theKashmir University (KU), which

Emerges as J&Ks largest multi-category hill race RK News Service Ramban, May 31: The 6th edition of the Patnitop Marathon, attracting over 800 runners from more than 30 cities and 15 states across India, commenced successfully at Patnitop on Sunday, establishing itself as Jammu and Kashmirs largest multi-category hill race. The event was organised by IKA Sports & Events Pvt. Ltd, promoted by Ironman athlete and endurance sports entrepreneur Kapil Arora, in collaboration with the Patnitop Develop

Army hands over Zeeshan Mir from Muzaffarabad to JKP; investigations underway Idrees Bukhtiyar Srinagar, May 31: Security forces on Sunday apprehended a resident of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) after he allegedly crossed the Line of Control (LoC) into the Uri sector of north Kashmirs Baramulla district, officials said. The individual has been identified as Zeeshan Mir, a resident of Painkadi village in Muzaffarabad. During preliminary questioning, Mir reportedly told authorities that he had c

Witnesses growing participation, larger turnout this year Retired diplomats, military veterans, academics address sessions Idrees Bukhtiyar Srinagar, May 31: The third edition of the Kashmir Literature Festival (KLF) concluded on Sunday at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), bringing to a close a two-day celebration of literature, art, culture and intellectual discourse. The festival, held on May 30 and 31, witnessed participation from renowned authors, scholars, diplomat

New Delhi [India], May 31 : Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital has achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully treating a head and neck cancer patient using a unique combination of Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) and adaptive radiotherapy for the first time in India. This breakthrough technique allowed doctors to deliver precision radiation therapy without a tight immobilisation mask or a simulation CT scan. According to doctors, the patient, a male in his mid-50s with a history

Washington DC [US], May 31: The death toll from a chemical tank rupture in the US state of Washington climbed to 11 as crews recovered the bodies of all nine missing people, authorities said on Saturday. Two fatalities had been confirmed after the tank containing white liquor a chemical solution of sodium hydroxide and sodium sulfide used in making paper pulp imploded at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility on Tuesday. The search for the missing carried on through the week as recovery crews wo

Kinshasa [DR Congo], May 31 : Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), on Saturday visited Bunia in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where a severe Ebola outbreak has been declared. WHOs Director General told reporters in Bunia, capital of Ituri province, that the international community was helping the DRC government cope with the outbreak, but at the same time, community ownership is important. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that was the re

Srinagar, May 31: A youth died while his father was rescued after the two were swept away in a water body in the Surrinder area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district on Sunday, officials said. The victims, residents of Nadihal village in Bandipora, were caught in strong currents and swept away, prompting a rescue operation by police and local volunteers. After a strenuous search and rescue effort, the father was rescued alive and shifted to Srinagar for specialised treatment, officials said. Howe

Pahalgam, May 31: A 42-year-old man from Srinagar is feared to have drowned in the Lidder River after he jumped into the water to rescue his son near the Langanbal area of Pahalgam in south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Sunday, officials said. The missing man has been identified as Mohammad Ashraf Mir, son of Ghulam Mohiuddin Mir and a resident of Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar. He was employed as an air-conditioner mechanic in the private sector. According to officials and local sources, Mir had trave

Srinagar, May 31: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Kumar Sharma, on Sunday ruled out the possibility of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stepping down from office, saying the National Conference leadership would continue to hold on to power regardless of the constitutional status of the Union Territory. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Sharma said Abdullah would not resign even if Jammu and Kashmir were granted a status lower than that of a Union Territory, provided hi

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 31 : A joint anti-terror operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) entered its ninth day on Sunday in the dense forest areas of Gambhir Mughlan and Dorimal in the Manjakote sector of Rajouri district, with security forces continuing efforts to track down suspected terrorists believed to be hiding in the region. The operation, codenamed Operation Sheruwali, is being carried out jointly by the Army, J