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Kulgam, Nov 8: Kulgam Police has solved a hit-and-run case that occurred on the evening of November 07, 2026, at Badarmuna near Prime Steel, falling under the jurisdiction of Police Post Jawahar Tunnel, Police Station Qazigund, resulting in the death of Shabir Ahmad Sheikh S/o Late Ab Kareem, R/o Baihama. A police spokesperson said that on November 07, Police Post Jawahar Tunnel received information regarding a road accident in which one person had sustained injuries. The injured was shifted to

Srinagar, Nov 08: Police on Sunday arrested four alleged drug peddlers in Anantnag and Kupwara districts of Jammu and Kashmir and recovered heroin and charas from their possession, officials said. Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking, J&K Police arrested four drug peddlers in Anantnag and Handwara (Kupwara) and recovered contraband substances from their possession, a police spokesperson said. A police team from Mattan police station intercepted a motorcycle during naka che

Srinagar, Nov 08: A banner surfaced on Sunday in Srinagar's Lal Chowk area, seeking information about the whereabouts of four terrorists wanted by security forces in Kashmir. A flex banner was found hanging this morning on the wall of Pratap Park here, seeking information about the four terrorists, including Mohammad Lateef Bhat, who was involved in the killing of a cop in Anantnag in July this year. The others featured on the banner include Bilal Ahmad Mir, Mohammad Umar Mir and Abid Qayoom Lon

Budgam, Nov 08: A three-wheeler driver was killed after his vehicle collided with a tipper at Hajibagh area of Budgam district on Sunday, officials said. An official said that the accident occurred at Hajibagh when the three-wheeler collided with a tipper, leaving the driver critically injured. He said the driver was shifted to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Medico-legal formalities are underway. The deceased was identified as Mohammed Umar Hajam, a resident of Soibugh, Budgam. Mea

Jagdalpur, Nov 08: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the end of Maoist terror and Naxal menace was a victory of the countrys right policies and a strong political will. Our government took decisions which dealt very big blows to the funding of Naxals and secessionists, Modi said, while celebrating Diwali with security personnel at a CRPF camp in Chhattisgarhs Bastar district. Decisions taken by the government destroyed fake currency nexus and choked the supply line of Naxals and secess

Banihal, Nov 08: Four police personnel, including Station House Officer (SHO) Chanderkote Inspector Vicky Thapa, sustained minor injuries after a police patrol vehicle overturned following a collision with a bus on National Highway-44 near Chanderkote in Ramban district on Sunday. The police vehicle, which was engaged in highway patrolling duty, was hit by a bus, causing it to overturn on the highway and sustain damage. Meanwhile, Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma, who was

Ramban, Nov 08: In view of the upcoming Diwali festival, Ramban Police conducted an extensive joint foot patrol in the markets of Ramban and Chanderkote, with the participation of SOG, CRPF and police personnel of all ranks, as part of heightened security and law-and-order arrangements. The patrol was aimed at strengthening the security grid, enhancing police visibility in crowded market areas, maintaining vigilance and ensuring a peaceful and safe festive atmosphere for the general public. Duri

New Delhi, Nov 08: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday conveyed Diwali greetings to all citizens of country. Heartfelt Diwali greetings to all my family members across the country. Happy Diwali, Modi said in a post on X. While conveying Diwali greeting on Saturday, the prime minister said like the previous year, he would celebrate the festival along with the brave soldiers of the country. In a video message posted on his social media handles, Modi had said like everyone, he will also celebrat

Srinagar, Nov 7: JKNC President Dr Farooq Abdullah visited the residence of MLA Lal Chowk, Ahsan Pardesi, at Shivpora, Srinagar, to attend a Majlis-e-Isal-e-Sawab held on the fourth day following the demise of veteran party leader and former MLC Haji Sheikh Ghulam Qadir Pardesi. Addressing the gathering, Dr Farooq Abdullah, as per a statement, emphasised the importance of religious education and urged the youth to learn and follow the teachings of the Holy Quran and Hadith for success in this wo

Srinagar, Nov 7: On the second day of condolence visits following the demise of the sister-in-law of Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, several prominent party leaders and senior workers from different parts of the Valley on Saturday visited the bereaved family at Sheikhpora Budgam, to express their sympathies and solidarity. The deceased passed away on Friday following a brief illness. As per a statement issued, Apni Party leaders and senior workers expressed their heartfelt cond

Sopore, Nov 7: BJP National Executive Member and senior party leader Ravinder Raina on Saturday visited Sopore and met the bereaved family of Adnan Rather, an MBBS student from Dangerpora, Sopore, who tragically lost his life in Bangladesh. During the visit, Raina expressed his heartfelt condolences to the grieving family and shared their sorrow over the demise of the young medical student. He conveyed his deepest sympathies to the family members and prayed for strength and courage for them to b

Srinagar, Nov 7: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference General Secretary and Minister Ali Muhammad Sagar Saturday said that the National Conference government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is utilising all available resources to ensure public welfare, relief and overall development. He said the government's priorities include ensuring equal development of every region and every section of society across Jammu and Kashmir. He made these remarks while addressing a reception organised at

New Delhi, Nov 7:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday called upon the armed forces to maintain the highest level of operational readiness, with particular focus on domain awareness, cyber resilience and information integrity to effectively counter emerging security threats. Interacting with Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel at Air Force Station Bagdogra in West Bengal on the eve of Diwali, he said the security environment had become increasingly complex, with warfare extending beyond conven

New Delhi, Nov 7:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday reviewed the law and order and internal security situation in Gujarat at a high-level meeting in Ahmedabad, directing security agencies to strengthen coastal and border surveillance and intensify action against drug trafficking, cybercrime and illegal migration. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Union Home Secretary and senior officials of the Union Home Ministry and Gujarat government attended

Jammu, Nov 7: The Court of Special Railway Magistrate, Jammu, has dismissed an application seeking directions for registration of an FIR against Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Mithun Manhas over allegations of discrepancies and alleged manipulation in his date-of-birth records. The court, while examining the complaint, supporting documents and police inquiry report submitted by the Station House Officer, Police Station Nowabad, observed that there was no prima facie mater

New Delhi, Nov 7:US President Donald Trump has appointed his longtime adviser and hardline political operative Stephen Miller as the new White House chief of staff, signalling a tougher political approach following the Republican Partys sweeping defeat in Tuesdays midterm elections, the BBC reported. The appointment on Friday comes just days after Trump said he was willing to work with the newly strengthened Democrats in Congress following the Republican setback. Miller will replace Susie Wiles,

Srinagar, Nov 7:DCW Anantnag emerged champions of the Inter-College T-10 Cricket Tournament organised by Abdul Ahad Azad Memorial Degree College, Bemina defeating the host colleges womens team by 30 runs in the final. Chasing a score of 108 runs to win, Bemina Womes team could manage only 77 runs. The tournament concluded on November 7 at the college sports ground, with eight teams competing. SSP Srinagar Dr G. V. Sandeep Chakravarthy (IPS), as per a statement, attended the concluding ceremony a

New Delhi, Nov 7:Prices of 1,031 formulations of anti-cancer medicines have been reduced following the governments decision to cap trade margins on 137 drugs, with consumers expected to save an estimated Rs 3,502.31 crore annually. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, has capped trade margins on these medicines following recommendations of an expert committee constituted by the Directorate General of Health Services. The revised prices wi

Jammu, Nov 7: Continuing her extensive inspection tour of sports infrastructure in Jammu, the Secretary of the J&K Sports Council, Tazayun Mukhtar, visited the Mini Stadium Parade, Green field Gandhi Nagar and K.K.Hakhu Stadium. The site visits, as per a statement, covered key sporting venues, including Mini Stadium Parade, Green Field (Gandhi Nagar), and K.K. Hakhu Stadium. During the inspections, she reviewed the progress of ongoing works on-site. She instructed the concerned officers and exec

Srinagar, Nov 7: Real Kashmir Football Club (RKFC) and Sreenidi Deccan FC shared points after playing out a 1-1 draw in an Indian Football League (IFL) match at TRC Ground in Srinagar on Saturday. The match, as per a statement, played under floodlights, witnessed a large turnout of spectators who gathered at the venue to support the home side amid cold weather. RKFC made an aggressive start to the encounter and put Sreenidi Deccan under pressure from the opening minutes. The home side's attackin

Bandipora, Nov 7:In an initiative aimed at promoting modern horticultural practices and strengthening farmers livelihoods, Chinar Uphar Foundation (CUF), in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture, Jammu and Kashmir, organised a skill development programme on modern horticulture, high-density plantation and the formation of Farmer Interest Groups (FIGs) at Panchayat Ghar, Benlipora, Aloosa, Bandipora. Described by the organisers as a first-of-its-kind initiative in the area, the progra

Jammu, Nov 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Civil Service Regulations (JKCSR) App is now available on the Apple App Store, extending access to iPhone users alongside its existing availability on the Google Play Store for Android users. The application, conceived, designed and developed by Shahnawaz Qadir, Assistant Accounts Officer, Codes Division, Finance Department, Jammu and Kashmir, aims to simplify access to service-related regulations for government employees, pensioners, Drawing and Disbursing Of

Srinagar, Nov 7:The J&K Contractors Coordination Committee (JKCCC) has urged the government to address a range of issues confronting the contractor fraternity, including long-pending payments, restrictions on construction material availability, unrealistic tendering practices, inadequate budgetary allocations and delays in renewal of contractor cards. In a statement issued to the press, Purza welcomed J&K Banks recently launched Rahat Scheme but urged the banks Chairman and Managing Director an

Srinagar, Nov 7:Jammu and Kashmirs ambition to emerge as a destination for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) has entered a new phase with the Government constituting a high-level apex committee to attract investments, identify prospective companies and prepare a time-bound action plan for developing the sector. The move follows the two-day J&K GCC Summit held at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu on October 9 and 10, which brought together policymakers, industry representatives, techn

Srinagar, Nov 7: A painless lump, persistent change in voice, unexplained weight loss, anaemia or prolonged fatigue may indicate an underlying health problem, including cancer, and should not be ignored, an AIIMS New Delhi expert has cautioned, emphasising that early detection can significantly improve treatment outcomes. Dr Atul Batra, Additional Professor in the Department of Medical Oncology at Dr B.R.A. Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital (IRCH), AIIMS New Delhi, highlighted the importance of r

Srinagar, Nov 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday sanctioned a 5 per cent annual increment for eligible contractual employees engaged under the National Health Mission (NHM). However, the announcement triggered a sharp reaction from the NHM Employees Association, which termed the move a routine administrative exercise rather than a fresh concession to employees. The order, issued by Mission Director NHM J&K Athar Aamir Khan, covers contractual employees working at the state, division

Srinagar, Nov 7:The Jammu and Kashmir Government has notified a series of significant changes to the business regulatory framework, providing for the establishment of eligible enterprises through self-declaration, time-bound in-principle approvals, protection from routine inspections for three years and removal of multiple licensing requirements for businesses holding specified statutory registrations. Through three separate notifications issued by the General Administration Department (GAD), th

Few economic statistics capture a nation's transformation as vividly as this one. According to the World Bank's October 2026 Poverty and Equity Brief, about 496 million Indians rose above the $4.20-a-day poverty line between 2011 and 2023, the benchmark for lower-middle-income economies. The headcount ratio of extreme poverty, measured at $3 a day in purchasing power parity terms, fell from 27.1% to 2.6%. In twelve years, India went from one in four citizens living in destitution to one in forty

Rajouri, Nov 7:Amid Diwali festivities across the country, the Indian Army is maintaining a high level of operational preparedness along the Line of Control (LoC), with mortar teams remaining on alert to respond to any emerging security situation. Given the sensitive nature of the border and the possibility of attempts by terrorists to infiltrate or disturb peace, the Army has maintained heightened vigilance across forward locations, with the readiness of mortar teams forming an important compon

The National Conference is passing through one of the most uncertain phases of its political history. What began as dissatisfaction over the recent Cabinet reshuffle has gradually developed into a wider crisis involving leadership, internal democracy, ideological differences and the future direction of the party. The departure of Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has added another dimension to an already complicated situation, raising questions about whether the National Conference can retain its politica

Rajouri, Nov 7:With Diwali celebrations underway across the country, Indian Army troops, deployed along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri and Poonch, have intensified surveillance and security measures amid intelligence inputs suggesting possible infiltration attempts by terrorists and attempts to disturb peace during the festive season. In the Nowshera sector of Rajouri district, Army troops have stepped up foot patrolling, with teams maintaining round-the-clock vigilance to ensure effective

Ramban, Nov 7:In the wake of upcoming Diwali festival and winter preparations underway, Police have intensified security arrangements, evening foot patrolling and preventive measures across Ramban district to ensure peaceful celebrations and public safety. Sharing details of the ongoing security drive late Saturday evening, SSP Ramban Anna Lata Sinha said that during the past seven days, police had issued 449 challans for traffic violations, seized 36 vehicles under relevant legal provisions and

Ramban, Nov 7:The Srinagar Jammu National Highway (NH-44) remained open for two-way traffic of light, medium and heavy vehicles on Saturday, although vehicular movement continued to be slow at several locations between Udhampur and Banihal due to ongoing road construction, widening work and other traffic-related constraints. The uneven road surface at Dewal in Udhampur district and the narrow, single-lane stretch between Maroog and Kishtwari Pather in Ramban district continued to pose major chal

Kargil, Nov 7:The Union Territory of Ladakh has moved significantly closer to holding its landmark first-ever elections to eight newly restructured Hill Development Councils, following a series of key regulatory and administrative decisions by the State Election Commission (SEC) and the Revenue Department. The upcoming polls mark an expansion from the region's historical political framework. Previously limited to the twin administrative centers of Leh and Kargil, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Devel

Another building collapse in Delhi, another loss of precious lives and, once again, the familiar sequence of official responses. Hardly the memory of PG building in Satya Niketan had faded, where seven young college going students were killed in a building collapse, another three-storey building under construction in Old Delhis Chawri Bazaar collapsed on November 5, killing two people and leaving several others trapped under the debris. Rescue teams rushed to the spot, the Chief Minister visited

Jammu, Nov 7: Union Minister of State (IC) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS in the Prime Ministers Office, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh, today presented awards to nearly Jammu 60 doctors representing different medical specialities, with a Lifetime Achievement Award for veteran Cardiologist and Professor, Dr C D Gupta. Presiding over the Doc You Rock 2026 awards ceremony here, Dr Jitendra expressed concern over the growi

Jammu, Nov 7:Union Minister of State in PMO Dr Jitendra Singh on Saturday asserted that the expanded infrastructure at AIIMS Jammu would provide greater opportunities for complex surgical interventions and further strengthen its role to provide quality healthcare to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and neighbouring regions. He was speaking to the media after inaugurating eight new modular Operation Theatre (OT) complex at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jammu, marking another

They say the world is governed by powerful people and lived by ordinary ones. There is a point beyond which people stop listening to speeches about victory. They stop being impressed by displays of strength. They become tired of explanations, excuses, and promises about a better tomorrow. They simply want their ordinary lives back. This is one of the most important lessons of our times. People worldwide are beginning to understand that war and violence, however attractively packaged, do not make

Srinagar, Nov 7:Minister for Power Development Department (PDD), Revenue, Relief and Rehabilitation, Disaster Management and Elections, Ali Mohammad Sagar, today visited the 220/132/33 KV Grid Station at Alusteng to review the power supply scenario and assess the preparedness of the department for the upcoming winter months. During the visit, the Minister took a detailed assessment of the functioning of the grid station, its existing capacity, power distribution arrangements and measures being u

Baramula, Nov 7:Save Youth Save Future Foundation (SYSF), through its students' wing NEXGEN, organised an interactive session between students and the administration at Government Degree College Sopore on Saturday. The programme, the second in the foundation's Students-Administration Interactive Series, brought together students from different localities to discuss issues concerning education, employment, youth welfare and civic amenities. Deputy Commissioner Baramulla Syed Fakhruddin Hamid atte

Kulgam, Nov 7:Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, on Saturday directed Block Development Officers (BDOs) to ensure door-to-door garbage collection in every village and household across the district. Chairing a meeting to review the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, the DC assessed waste management arrangements in urban and rural areas and reviewed progress made by the concerned departments and Urban Local Bodies. Officers from the Rural Development Department and Ex

Jammu, Nov 7: The government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has accorded administrative approval for the creation of tourist infrastructure to promote border tourism in Uri at an estimated cost of Rs 7.93 crore. The comprehensive project envisages infrastructure development across five locations Uri Town, Bosiyan-Gingal, Mahura, Garkote and Bela Boniyar with a focus on enhancing tourist facilities and improving the overall visitor experience. The proposed interventions include the devel

Pulwama, Nov 7:Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha, on Saturday directed the launch of structured awareness programmes across colleges in the district to educate students about financial literacy, cyber security and banking-related career opportunities. Chairing a financial literacy programme organised in collaboration with ICICI Bank at the District Administrative Complex, the DC called for day-wise sessions in all colleges from next week. The programme focused on safe banking pr

Anantnag, Nov 7: Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), J&K, Athar Amir ul Shafi Khan, on Saturday reviewed the implementation of national health programmes and healthcare services in Anantnag district. He chaired a review meeting at the Conference Hall of Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, Dialgam, attended by Principal GMC Anantnag, heads of departments, Chief Medical Officer, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, District Tuberculosis Officer, medical superintendents, Block Medical

Sopore, Nov 7:Weeks after reopening following a two-week closure for repairs, the 216-metre Sopore Bypass Bridge continues to cause problems for commuters, with uneven concrete patches, structural dips and damaged expansion joints reported along the deck. Motorists say vehicles experience sudden jolts while crossing the bridge, raising questions about the quality and durability of the resurfacing work. The deterioration is particularly concerning for fruit growers and transporters who depend on

Srinagar, Nov 7: The government has mandated a minimum 25 percent reservation for domiciles of the Jammu and Kashmir in admissions to private universities as well as their teaching and non-teaching staff. The decision comes as the J&K Higher Education Department (HED) issued a new regulatory framework on November 2, 2026. Under the Jammu and Kashmir Private Universities Rules, 2026, notified through SO 285 dated November 2, every private university will have to reserve at least 25 percent of its

Handwara, Nov 7:Residents of Nagni Shartigam and Geelani Mohalla in Upper Rajwar area of Handwara are struggling with poor connectivity as a nearly two-kilometre unpaved road remains unattended, forcing them to carry patients on makeshift cots and transport essential supplies on their backs. The road, which branches off from Shartigam, has never been macadamized. Its dilapidated condition becomes particularly difficult during winters and rains, when vehicles struggle to reach the villages. Durin

Srinagar, Nov 7: The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has declined to grant bail to a man, accused of financing an alleged narcotics trafficking network. A bench of Justice M A Chowdhary dismissed the accused Shabir Ahmed Wanis plea, observing that the prosecution case was not only confined to physical possession of contraband but also alleged Wanis involvement in financing narcotics trafficking and association with co-accused in furtherance of a criminal conspiracy. Wani, a resident of Syedpora Eid

Srinagar, Nov 7:While the National Conference (NC) high command was able to quell the dissent after a meeting with the disgruntled legislators on Friday, this was not the first time in the NCs 87-year history that the NC faced an internal rebellion, and this was not the first time that the NC leadership was able to abort the crisis. On Friday, ice broke between dissident NC legislators and the party high command, including NC President Farooq Abdullah and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, after a me