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New Delhi, Aug 26: Food regulator FSSAI on Wednesday said it has issued notices to five-star hotels JW Marriott and Andaz at Aerocity here for serious violations of laws related to hygiene, including presence of cockroaches near freezers. In a social media post, the regulator informed that it has issued a notice to JW Marriott hotel, which is a unit of Aria Hotels and Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd. The notice has been issued over serious food safety violations and non-compliance with FSSAI requir

Mumbai, Aug 26: A 26-year-old woman was dramatically rescued by the Mumbai Fire Brigade after she allegedly jumped from the 10th floor of a building in suburban Bhandup on Wednesday morning, only to get caught in a tree. The woman, identified as Pratiksha Hiwrale, landed in an adjacent tree after she allegedly plunged from the window of a flat in Sunshine Building on Lake Road. She was found hanging about 20-25 feet above the ground. The fire brigade was alerted at around 9.32 am. Fire brigade p

Srinagar, Aug 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and chief minister Omar Abdullah have expressed pain over the loss of lives in tragic road accident in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. The duo expressed sympathies with the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. They also directed district administration to provide immediate assistance to those affected. Pained by the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Poonch. My thoughts are with the bereaved families.

New Delhi, Aug 26: The Embassy of India in Kathmandu is closely coordinating with government of Nepal for the early rescue and relief of Indian nationals affected by flash floods in the Himalayan nation on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs said. The embassy earlier in the day issued emergency phone numbers for those seeking assistance and information related to Indian nationals affected by the calamity. Embassy of India in Nepal is closely coordinating with Government of Nepal for the

New Delhi, Aug 26: Gold prices declined by Rs 600 to Rs 1,66,500 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday, snapping a four-day gaining streak amid weak trends in the international markets. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,67,100 per 10 grams in the preceding session. However, silver rebounded modestly, rising Rs 500 to Rs 2,50,500 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesday's closing level of Rs 2.5 lakh per kg, according to the All India Sarafa Associa

Poonch, Aug 26: At least six persons died and three others injured when a vehicle veered off the road and plunged into a deep gorge in the Surankote area of Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. As per reports, a vehicle travelling from Poonch towards Sheindhara met with an accident, leaving at least six occupants dead. Officials said that an unfortunate accident occured this evening, resulting in on-the-spot death of six persons and injuries to three others. They said a rescue oper

Srinagar, Aug 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday spoke to his Nepali counterpart Balendra Shah and conveyed his condolences on the loss of lives in flashfloods. Taking to micro-blogging site X, PM Modi said: Spoke to Prime Minister Balendra Shah and conveyed condolences on the loss of lives due to the floods in Nepal. The people of India stand in solidarity with their sisters and brothers in Nepal at this difficult time. India is ready to provide all possible humanitarian assistance t

New Delhi, Aug 26: The results for 84 subjects of UGC-NET will be announced this week, the National Testing Agency (NTA) said on Wednesday. The final answer keys and results for UGC-NET (84 Subjects), CSIR-NET and ICAR AIEEA (PG) and AICE (PhD) 2026 will be published on NTA's website, this week. Candidates are advised to rely only on official communications from NTA, the agency said in a post on X. The NTA had ordered fresh examinations for candidates who appeared for the English, Commerce and S

Kathmandu, Aug 26: At least 105 Indians are among the nearly 400 persons missing after the devastating flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district bordering Tibet on Wednesday. A sudden, massive flood swept through two central Nepal districts bordering Tibet killing four people, causing extensive devastation at settlements along the river and damaging at least a dozen hydropower projects early Wednesday. The flood surged through the Bhote Koshi River at around 9 am (local time) coming from the Tibet

Srinagar, Aug 26: Police have achieved a major breakthrough in a series of gold ornament theft and snatching cases reported in and around Sopore town, arresting two persons, including an alleged receiver of stolen property, and recovering seven pairs of gold earrings, officials said on Wednesday. In a press statement, an official spokesperson said that during investigation of case FIR No. 192/2026 under Section 309(4) BNS, registered at Police Station Sopore after a woman from Seelo reported tha

Srinagar, Aug 26: Police on Wednesday attached a two-storey residential house in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The action was taken against Noor Mohd Dar, son of Mohammad Ismail Dar and a resident of Hapatnar in Charar-i-Shareif, under Section 68-F(1) of the NDPS Act, a police spokesperson said. The attachment is linked to a case registered under Section 8/15 of the NDPS Act at Charar-i-Shareif Police Stati

Srinagar, Aug 26: Two persons accused in separate POCSO cases, who had escaped from Srinagars Central Jail, were arrested by police after three days, officials said on Wednesday. A senior police official told the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the accused had escaped from the jail on August 23, with police soon launching an operation to arrest them. The accused have been identified as Mukhtar Ahmad Gujjar, son of Mohammad Rafiq Gujjar, a resident of Sanglan Chittergul, Anantnag, and

Srinagar, Aug 27: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and J&K Leutanant Governor Manoj Sinha today extended warm and heartfelt greetings on the sacred occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), both praying for peace, harmony and brotherhood among the people of the Union Territory. On the sacred occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), the Chief Minister extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir, Office of Chief Minister, J&K, said. Emphasising the Prophet Muhammad's (SAW)

United Nations, Aug 26: India has called on the international community to work collectively to safeguard critical sea lanes, emphasising that secure and predictable maritime trade routes are indispensable for uninterrupted movement of food, fertilisers and fuel. Food insecurity remains one of the gravest humanitarian consequences of armed conflict. Todays conflicts increasingly generate ripple effects far beyond the immediate theatre of hostilities, Indias Permanent Representative to the UN Amb

Srinagar, Aug 25: The three-day Spandan League, organised by STC BSF Udhampur under the theme Sports for Peace and Development Across Nation, concluded at Subhash Stadium on Tuesday, witnessing the participation of around 550 young boys and girls in badminton, kabaddi and volleyball. As per a statement, the league was held for boys and girls of District Udhampur on August 22, 24 and 25. The Chief Guest at the concluding ceremony was Sandeep Channan, IG, STC BSF Udhampur. The Guests of Honour inc

Bandipora, Aug 25: The Inter-District Provincial-Level U-14 Girls Kabaddi Competition, organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Bandipora, concluded on Tuesday at Higher Secondary School Nadihal, with District Bandipora emerging as champions and District Anantnag finishing runners-up. The competition, as per an official statement, witnessed enthusiastic participation from young athletes representing different districts, providing them a platform to showcase their sporting

Srinagar, Aug 25: District-level badminton and Yogasana championships were held across Kulgam, Anantnag and Srinagar, witnessing the participation of around 1,000 players and officials across the three sporting events. As per a statement, the 8th District Kulgam Badminton Championship commenced at the Indoor Sports Hall, Qaimoh, on Tuesday. The three-day championship was inaugurated in the presence of Nisar Ahmad Khan, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Kulgam. Around 150 players and 10 officials

Anantnag, Aug 25: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, on Tuesday inaugurated the Inter-District Provincial Level (IDPL) Under-17 Girls Cricket Tournament at Government Higher Secondary School, Bijbehara. The inaugural ceremony, as per an official statement, was attended by SE R&B Syed Ishfaq Ahmad, ACR Tariq Ahmad Malik and DYSSO Zahoor Ahmad Wani, besides sports officials, players and accompanying staff. The tournament is being organised by the Department of Youth Servic

Srinagar, Aug 25: Day 3 of the tournament witnessed intense action, with four matches decided through a combination of dominant attacking displays and nail-biting penalty shootouts. As per a statement, DPS Srinagar delivered a dominant performance, securing a resounding 6-1 victory. Shahriyar was the standout player, scoring an incredible five goals, including one from the penalty spot. Qazi and Amaan added one goal each, while GD Goenka scored a consolation goal. DPS Srinagar showcased superior

J&K Police conducted Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meetings across police stations and posts in Handwara ahead of Eid Milad-un-Nabi to discuss security, traffic management and law and order arrangements. The meetings, held under the supervision of senior officers, were attended by Lumberdars, Auqaf Committee members, traders and other community representatives. Police urged participants to ensure that religious gatherings, processions and programmes are held peacefully and in accorda

Three people were injured in separate bear attacks in Ganderbal and Kulgam districts on Tuesday. In Ganderbal, a 50-year-old man was injured in a bear attack in Watalbagh village of the Lar area, officials said. The injured was identified as Mohd Maqbool Bhat, son of Ghulam Mohammad Bhat of Watalbagh. Officials said the attack took place around 11 a.m. Bhat sustained injuries. He was shifted to District Hospital Ganderbal for treatment. The attack triggered concern among residents of Watalbagh a

Government Sheikh Ul Alam Memorial Degree College Budgam organised a free eye check-up camp under its Road Safety Awareness Programme on Tuesday. The camp was organised by the colleges Road Safety Club, Transport Committee, Health Care Committee and NSS Unit in collaboration with ASYM District Hospital, Budgam. A medical team comprising ophthalmologist Dr. Shabnum Nabi and ophthalmic technician Nazir Ahmad conducted vision screening and eye examinations of students and staff. The camp aimed to r

Legislative Assembly Speaker and Chrar-i-Sharief MLA Ab Rahim Rather on Tuesday announced the construction of a modern auditorium at Boys Higher Secondary School, Nagam, in Budgam district at an estimated cost of Rs 30 lakh. Speaking at a literary function organised at the school, Rather said strengthening educational infrastructure and providing modern teaching and learning facilities were among the governments priorities. He said science laboratories and smart classrooms were also being promot

Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs Javed Ahmed Rana on Tuesday said Sangerwani in Pulwama would be developed as a model tribal tourism village, with efforts to showcase its natural beauty, tribal heritage and traditional way of life. Rana was addressing a tribal convention on the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, at Sangerwani in Rajpora, where he also interacted with residents and heard their grievances. MLA Rajpora Ghulam Mohi-ud-din Mir, MLA Pampore Hasnain

The Childrens Park in Handwara continues to lack basic facilities despite attracting families from across the subdistrict, residents said. The park is frequently visited by children and their families, but the absence of drinking water, adequate dustbins and proper lighting has caused inconvenience to visitors. Since there is no other park in the main town, people bring their children here. But the lack of facilities causes inconvenience. The absence of drinking water adds to their woes, said Sh

The Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) has appointed Saqib Sultan as General Secretary and Musadiq Mehraj as Spokesperson of the District Congress Committee (DCC) Srinagar. The appointments, as per a statement, have been welcomed by Congress leaders and workers across Srinagar, who expressed confidence that both leaders will play a vital role in strengthening the partys grassroots organisation and effectively raising public issues. The District Congress Committee Srinagar congrat

Kargil, Aug 25:The Ladakh administration has submitted a proposal worth more than Rs 56 crore to the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti for the construction of 36 check dams aimed at conserving snow and glacier meltwater and expanding assured irrigation across the Union Territory. The proposal, prepared under the Pradhan MantriKrishiSinchayeeYojana (PMKSY) on the directions of Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, envisages seven Himalayan rock check dams along the Indus River in Leh district and 29

Kangan (Pulwama), Aug 25: BJP General Secretary (Organisation), J&K, Ashok Koul, chaired a Constituency Review Meeting of Rajpora Constituency at Kangan, District Pulwama, with the constituency team, Booth Presidents and Shakti Kendra teams, stressing that a strong booth-level organisation is the foundation of BJPs political strength and public outreach. Ashok Koul, as per a statement, while addressing the meeting, said that the BJP must further intensify its grassroots activities in Rajpora and

Srinagar, Aug 25:In a major step towards modernising land administration and creating a more transparent, citizen-centric system of Revenue and Agricultural services, Jammu and Kashmir has accelerated the digitisation and updation of land records while simultaneously preparing the verified land database for integration with the AgriStack framework of the Government of India under its Digital India Land Records ModernisationProgramme (DILRMP). The exercise, being undertaken by the Revenue Departm

On the occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, along with senior party colleagues on Tuesday paid obeisance at Asar-e-Sharif Hazratbal in Srinagar, where Shab-e-Milad is being observed tonight. The Apni Party leaders offered Asr and Maghrib prayers at the revered shrine, praying for peace, prosperity, and stability in Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, in his message on the auspicious occasion, Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, as per a party statement, said,

J&K Cabinet Ministers Surinder Choudhary, Sakeena Itoo, Satish Sharma and Javid Ahmad Dar on Tuesday extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), calling for upholding the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and strengthening the values of peace, harmony, brotherhood and service to humanity. As per official statements issued, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir

The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday extended warm and heartfelt greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW). Dr. Farooq, as per a party statement, while conveying his greetings said that Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi ( SAW) is a sacred occasion to reflect upon the timeless message of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and the profound values he embodied. The life and teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW) are a beacon of mercy, co

Srinagar, Aug 25:Security forces have arrested eight suspected overground workers and terrorist associates in three separate operations in Shopian and Pulwama districts of south Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday, recovering grenades, weapons, ammunition and other incriminating material from their possession. In the first operation, police and Army personnel launched a joint search operation in an orchard at Imamsahib in Shopian following specific intelligence inputs about the presence of suspec

The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), in collaboration with Government Degree College for Women, Pulwama, today successfully organised the Startup Idea Challenge 2.0. The programme forms part of JKEDIs broader efforts under the J&K Startup Policy 202427 to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth-led startups across the Union Territory. Professor (Dr.) Sami Jan, Principal, Government Degree College for Women, Pulwama, attended event as the Chief Guest. The e

A delegation of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) J&K UT Council, led by its Chairman, Iqram Ali Shafiee, called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, and briefed him on the upcoming 3rd Edition of the CII J&K Health Conclave, scheduled to be held on 29 August 2026 in Srinagar.

The Excise Department, Jammu and Kashmir, has launched (unveiled) the inaugural issue of its Quarterly Newsletter, an initiative aimed at strengthening institutional communication, facilitating dissemination of information and systematically documenting the Departments key achievements, initiatives and operational activities. The Newsletter was formally released by the Excise Commissioner, J&K Vaibhav Kohli, in presence of the Principal, Excise & Taxation Training Institute (ETTI), Deputy Excise

A meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) was held today under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner, Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, to consider and approve cases under various development schemes being implemented in the district. During the meeting, a total of 180 cases pertaining to the Sheep Husbandry Department, Budgam, were approved under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Integrated Sheep Development Scheme (ISDS), and J&K Competitiveness Improve

Srinagar, Aug 25:Minister for Education, Sakina Itoo, on Tuesday said that teachers carry a huge responsibility as parents entrust their children to them with the belief that they will understand, protect, and care for them. In her address during a day-long educational conference organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Teachers Forum (JKTF) at SKICC here, Sakina Itoo expressed deep anguish over the recent incident in Kishtwar, saying that the incident brought shame to the entire society. Children and

SSI Bonafide Group of Unit Holders have urged the government to launch marketing assistance through SICOP for promotion of their units. The SSI Bonafide Group is registered with the Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Jammu and Kashmir. The unit holders said marketing assistance for providing boost to their units. In this regard, a delegation of SSI Unit Holders recently took up the matter with Director Industries Anil Banka and discussed various issues confronting them. During the meeting,

Srinagar, Aug 25:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said teachers in Jammu and Kashmir were being burdened with responsibilities far beyond teaching, while the government must do more to address their grievances and provide support needed to perform their duties effectively. Addressing a day-long educational conference organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Teachers Forum (JKTF) at SKICC here, Omar said the future of Jammu and Kashmir rested on its children, but placing the en

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) has urged the Jammu and Kashmir Electricity Regulatory Commission (JKERC) to review recent power tariff revisions and ensure that consumers are not burdened with costs arising from systemic distribution losses. In a representation to the regulator, PHDCCI Kashmir Chairman Vicky Shaw said the near-completion of smart metering across Jammu and Kashmir has enabled more accurate billing based on actual electricity consumption. He argued that consumer

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today laid the foundation stone of a modern Fruit & Vegetable Mandi at Wussan Bangil, Karhama, Tangmarg, marking the beginning of a long-pending demand of the area and a significant step towards strengthening the horticulture marketing infrastructure in the Tangmarg-Gulmarg belt. The proposed mandi will be developed on 50 kanals of land, with direct access to the Tangmarg-Gulmarg Road. Envisaged as a modern and organised marketing facility, the mandi will cater to th

When the sweltering summer heat settles over the Kashmir Valley and Srinagar pulses with urban hustle, the urge to find sanctuary becomes irresistible. For our group of twentya retreat team comprising doctors and healthcare professionals from Gauri Heart Centre and Prasad Joo Khan Heart Centrethat relief was found in the serene, untouched highlands of Khag Tehsil in Badgam district. Located approximately 4550 km from Srinagar. The route passes through Magam and Khag towns via well-connected road

The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has initiated an assessment of a proposal to establish a dedicated National Sanjeevani Research Centre for Sea Buckthorn in Ladakhs Nubra Valley, in a move aimed at turning the high-altitude crops medicinal, nutritional and commercial potential into a larger source of scientific research and rural livelihoods. The proposal was submitted by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena to Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj

A young cyclist from Kashmir's Lolab valley recently set out on a journey of several thousand kilometres toward Makkah to perform Umrah. A GoPro (camera) was already fixed to his handlebars. Within days, clips of his departure travelled faster than he did, gathering views while he was still pedalling from Kashmir to Delhi. He is not alone. Across Kashmir, Kerala, Pakistan, Malaysia and Turkey, a growing number of young men have taken to bicycles and their own feet to reach the holy cities, each

Over the past few months, I have found myself in and out of several hospitals across Kashmir not as a patient, but as an attendant. Each time I entered a hospital, one question kept repeating itself in my head: when will the hygiene and conditions of our hospitals improve? Our hospitals have started to resemble sewage sites. Ironically, a sewage site might be more hygienic than a hospital corridor. As an attendant, you learn quickly that the role is, in some ways, heavier than being the patient