SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed substantial advancements in infrastructure development this year, including road network expansion, tunnel construction, ropeway projects, and road safety initiatives, according to official data. Data shows that the Union Territory now has a total road network of 41,141 km, comprising 1,735 km of national highways, 696 km of state highways, [] The post 41,141 km of Roads and 410 Bridges Completed in 2023, Data Shows appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday announced a winter break for schools in the summer zone of Jammu region from December 26 to January 4. According to an order issued by the Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ), government and recognised private schools in the summer zone of Jammu division will observe a [] The post Jammu Schools to Observe 10-Day Winter Vacation from Dec 26 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) continued taking large and surprising steps forward. People startedconversing with AI resurrectionsof the dead, usingAI toothbrushesandconfessing to an AI-powered Jesus. Meanwhile, OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT,was valued at US$150 billionand claimed it was on the way todeveloping an advanced AI system more capable than humans. Googles AI companyDeepMindmade a [] The post AI Will Continue to Grow in 2025, But It Will face Major Challenges Alon

SRINAGAR: Since its inception in 2016-17, the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) has sanctioned 3,34,986 houses for Jammu and Kashmir, with 1,28,170 homes completed as of December 2024. This data was provided in a written response to an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha by Minister of State for Rural Development Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani. [] The post 128170 Families Live in PMAY-G Homes in Jammu Kashmir, Govt in Parliament appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) Scholarship 2025 in Thailand, offered by the Graduate and Research Institute of Science and Technology, is now open to applicants internationally. This fully funded opportunity is available for Masters and Doctoral programmes involving fields like Biomolecular Science and Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, Information Science [] The post Fully Funded VISTEC Scholarship 2025 in Thailand, Apply Now appeared first

SRINAGAR: As most places across Kashmir continued to witness a prolonged dry spell, the mercury plummeted to the seasons lowest at several parts of the Valley, with Srinagar recording the coldest night so far at minus 6.2 degrees Celsius. The cold wave has tightened its grip across Kashmir, with most areas, including Srinagar, the summer [] The post Srinagar Records Seasons Coldest Night at Minus 6.2 Degree Celsius appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir witnessed crucial reforms and new developments in the health sector in 2024, with AIIMS Jammu becoming functional and AIIMS Awantipora nearing completion. AIIMS Jammu, which started its operations in August this year, is expected to become fully operational in the coming year, while AIIMS Awantipora in Kashmir is projected to [] The post Jammu Kashmir Health Sector Struggles Despite Progress in 2024 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Geology and Mining Department in Ganderbal has been conducting raids over the past 15 days following multiple reports of illegal mining activities in various parts of the district. During the operation, three JCB machines and 20 vehicles involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals were seized. According to official reports, the [] The post Three JCBs, 20 Vehicles Seized for Illegal Mining in Central Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Pulwama, Waheed-Ur-Rehman Parra, on Thursday criticised the government over the cancellation of 1.27 lakh ration cards in Jammu and Kashmir, questioning the basis of the decision. Reacting to the central governments recent revelation that 1.27 lakh ration cards have been cancelled in Jammu [] The post PDP Leader Slams Government Over Cancellation of 1.27 Lakh Ration Cards in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on K

SRINAGAR: Over the years, Jammu and Kashmir have made significant strides in forest conservation and management, with nearly 48 per cent of its total geographical area covered by forests. According to official data, the total forest area in the region spans 20,194 square kilometres, with forests occupying 50.97 per cent of the Kashmir regions land [] The post Jammu Kashmir Forest Area Covers 47.8 Per Cent of Total Land, Spanning Over 20,000 SqKm appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, the first such meeting on the Union territory since the assembly elections were held there during September-October, sources said. JK Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and top officers of the Army, paramilitary forces, JK administration, intelligence agencies and the Ministry [] The post Amit Shah Discusses Jammu Kashmir Security Roadmap 2025 with Top Officials appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The cold wave gripping Kashmir shows no signs of abating, with the Meteorological Department predicting a continuation of freezing conditions for a few more days. Besides, light snowfall is expected in the higher reaches of the region by the end of the week, offering a wintry spectacle to the scenic valleys. Shopian remained the [] The post Cold Wave Persists in Kashmir, Shopian Records -10.2C appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR:The trend of Indian students pursuing higher education abroad has seen a remarkable surge in recent years, reflecting a growing demand for global exposure and access to world-class education. According to data from the Ministry of Education, the number of Indian students going abroad has increased significantly, with the latest figures showing an impressive rise [] The post Nearly a Million Indian Students Go to 132 Countries For Studies, USA Tops the List appeared first on Kashmir Life

SRINAGAR: The police in north Kashmirs Kupwara district have registered 67 cases under the NDPS Act in 2024, resulting in the arrest of 103 individuals involved in drug peddling and trafficking. Speaking to reporters, SSP Ghulam Jeelani Wani said that in the past three months alone, 20 cases have been registered. In a major development [] The post Kupwara Police Crack Down on Drug Trafficking; 103 Arrested in 2024 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: India had 43,268,181 students enrolled in higher education in 2021-22, with 2,108,033 Muslim students, accounting for 4.87 per cent of the total enrolment. The enrollment of Muslims in Higher Education Institutions had improved to 5.24 per cent in 2019 and to 5.5 per cent in 2020 only to drop to 4.6 per cent in [] The post In 43.26 Million Higher Education Enrolments in India, Only 4.87 Percent Are Muslims: AISHE appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Ladakh is in mourning the demise of one of its most influential leaders, Haji Ghulam Hassan Khan, at the age of 88. The former two-time Member of Parliament (MP) from Ladakh, who joined politics after retiring as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Jammu and Kashmir Police, passed away on December 17 at his residence [] The post Erstwhile Jammu Kashmir Police DIG, 2-Time Ladakh MP, Ghulam Hassan Khan Is No More appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Bilateral trade between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed robust growth since the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in 2022, according to data provided by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the government told Lok Sabha in response to a question by Baijayant Panda. The Minister of State [] The post India-UAE Bilateral Trade Grows by Over 34 Percent in 2024, CEPA Drives MSME Export Growth appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Srinagar Smart Citys eco-friendly city bus service has witnessed a significant increase in passenger flow, with an average of 30,000 people boarding daily across 16 operational routes. The eco-friendly public transport system, launched in November 2023, has seen remarkable growth, transporting 61,33,160 commuters between January and November this year. Data reveals that September recorded [] The post Srinagar Smart City Buses Carry Over 61 Lakh Passengers in 2024 appeared first on Kash

SRINAGAR: The Government of India said it has addressed concerns regarding the significant decline in saffron production in Jammu and Kashmir, which saw a 67.5 per cent drop between 2010 and 2023. According to the estimates provided by the Jammu and Kashmir Government, saffron production in the region plummeted from 8.0 metric tonnes (MT) in [] The post Government Claims Saffron Production 8 Percent Up to 2.7 MTs In 2023 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: In the last five years, a total of 88,133 Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) have received financial assistance from the National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) under various concessional loan schemes. The assistance, aimed at empowering people with disabilities, covers a wide range of beneficiaries across India, including Jammu and Kashmir, where 3,298 PwDs [] The post 3298 PwDs Got Financial Assistance from NDFDC, Govt In Parliament appeared first on Kashmir Lif

SRINAGAR: A 22-year-old youth died after a branch of a Chinar tree fell on him in the Patti Rampora area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district, officials said. An official saidthat the youth, identified as Umar Ganai from Safapora, was passing through the area when some labourers were cutting the Chinar tree. He said a branch [] The post 22-Year-Old Dies After Chinar Tree Branch Falls on Him in Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

KOLKATA: Bengali filmmaker Srijit Mukherjis upcoming season of a series on Satyajit Rays fictional detective Feluda, in which he navigates a murder mystery in the scenic locales of Kashmir Valley, is set to be released on an OTT platform on December 20. The second season, titled Feludar Goyendagiri: Bhuswargo Bhoyonkawr, has actors Tota Roy Choudhury, [] The post Upcoming Season of Feluda Series on Murder Mystery in Kashmir to be Released on Dec 20 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu Kashmirs National Conference government will provide 200 units of free electricity to the people of Jammu and Kashmir from March next year, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced during an interview with a Delhi news channel. The move aligns with a key promise in the partys election manifesto. Abdullah emphasised that the governments current [] The post Omar Abdullah Announces 200 Free Electricity Units for Jammu and Kashmir from March appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Department of Microbiology, Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar is inviting applications for the engagement of an Infection Control Nurse for a period of one year. Candidates with a BSc Nursing degree from a recognised institution and at least two years of nursing experience at any government college are eligible to apply. Applicants must not [] The post GMC Srinagar is Hiring; Apply by December 21 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is likely to participate in a pre-budget meeting to be chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Rajasthan on December 20. Quoting sources, KNO reported that Omar, who is also the minister-in-charge of the Finance Department, will attend the meeting called by the Union Finance Ministry to hold consultations [] The post Omar Abdullah to Attend Pre-Budget Meeting in Rajasthan on Dec 20 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Central government has sanctioned a Rs 827.98 crore project to construct and upgrade a four-lane highway from Pandach to Manigam near Wayil Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir. The announcement was made by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari. In a post on X, the minister said that Rs 827.98 crore [] The post Centre Approves Rs 827.98 Crore for Four-Lane Highway in Jammu and Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed the safety and well-being of Indian workers currently employed in Israel, as concerns continue to mount due to the prolonged war in the region. Responding to a question in the Lok Sabha, Kirti Vardhan Singh, the Minister of State for External Affairs, provided details on the [] The post 32000 Indian Working in Isreal, All Safe, Govt Says appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has seen a marked increase in the number of organ transplants in recent years, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfares response to a question in the Lok Sabha on December 13, 2024. The region, which recorded 21 transplants in 2021, experienced a steady rise with 52 in [] The post Jammu Kashmir Recorded 124 Organ Transplants in Three Years appeared first on Kashmir Life .

NEW DELHI: Eighty-six Indian nationals were attacked or murdered in various countries in 2023, the government informed the Parliament on Thursday. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh shared the data in a written response to a query. In his response, he shared country-wise data for the the last three years. The figures [] The post 86 Indian Nationals Attacked or Murdered in Various Countries in 2023: Centre Tells Parliament appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The minimum temperatures across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh on Friday recorded a significant drop in various regions. In the Kashmir region, Sonamarg recorded the lowest temperature at -12.5C, followed by Gulmarg at -9.6C and Pahalgam at -9.4C. Srinagar, the summer capital, registered -2.0C, while other notable readings included Qazigund at -1.4C, Kupwara at -2.5C, [] The post Cold Wave Grips Jammu and Kashmir: Sonamarg Freezes at -12.5C appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Jairam Gadkari informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmirs national highway network has expanded significantly over the past six years. Responding to questions from MPs Omprakash Bhupalsinh and Sanjay Haribhau Jadhav, Gadkari outlined the progressive addition of new road lengths to the regions infrastructure. According to [] The post National Highway Network in Jammu Kashmir Expands by Over 1,130 km Since 2019: Gadkari appeared first on

SRINAGAR: The Lok Sabha was informed that Jammu and Kashmir reported 9,070 fatalities in road accidents between 2013 and 2022. Responding to a question by MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, the Minister of Road Transport and Highways provided a detailed age-wise breakdown of fatalities from 2016 to 2022. During this period, road accidents claimed the [] The post 9070 Fatalities in Jammu Kashmir Road Accidents from 2013 to 2022: Govt appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has issued a notice to the JK government, seeking its response to a petition challenging the regions current reservation policy. The move comes amid ongoing public debate over the fairness and rationale of the policy. The petition, filed by Dawar Ali with the support of the Jammu and [] The post JK High Court to Hear Petition Against Current Reservation Policy on December 27 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Higher Education Department has proposed 50-day winter vacations for colleges in the Kashmir division starting from 27 December. Colleges in the Jammu division are likely to observe a 10-day winter break. Quoting Director Colleges, Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, KNO reported that a proposal for vacations has been submitted to the government, [] The post Winter Vacation in Colleges Likely from 27 December: Officials appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: As many as 152 Rohingya females have married in Jammu and Kashmir and 158 other refugees have secured Aadhar cards, a Jammu newspaper revealed quoting official sources. The refugee issue has again become a major political controversy in Jammu. As many as 38 Rohingya girls have married local youths in the Jammu region and [] The post 152 Rohingya Girls Have Married In Jammu Kashmir, 158 Have Aadhar Cards, Media Report appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared re-revised results for the NEET-UG 2024 examination, following a Supreme Court directive. The revision, which involved updates to the answer key, has affected candidates ranks and scores across the country. The NEET-UG 2024 was conducted on May 5, 2024, at 4,750 centres in 571 cities, including 14 [] The post NTA Releases Re-Revised NEET-UG 2024 Results Following Supreme Court Order appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has paid an amount of Rs 37,273 crore as Goods and Services Tax (GST) from 2017 till November 2024, government data revealed on Tuesday. During this period, the region received Rs 59,611 crore in SGST, IGST settlements, and compensation payments. Jammu and Kashmirs annual GST collections have grown steadily, from Rs [] The post Jammu Kashmir Contributes Rs 37,273 Crore in GST Since 2017, GoI appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Government of India (GoI) has sanctioned Rs 256.46 crore for a series of tourism development projects in Ladakh, aimed at bolstering the regions growing tourism sector. This key announcement was made by the Minister of Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, during a Lok Sabha session on December 9. According to details, the allocated funds [] The post Government of India Allocates Rs 256.46 Crore for Ladakh Tourism Development appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has received a total of Rs 69.58 lakh for the development of wildlife habitats over the last two years, official data reveals. According to data, Rs 69.58 lakh was allocated to JK in 2023 and 2024 under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for the development of wildlife habitats. An official stated that [] The post Jammu Kashmir Receives Rs 69.58 Lakh for Wildlife Habitat Development in 2023-24 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Government of India has provided a comprehensive overview of Waqf properties in the country, revealing that a total of 8,72,352 Waqf properties have been registered under the Waqf Act of 1954 and the subsequent Waqf Act of 1995. These properties, which include both immovable and movable assets, are managed by the State [] The post India Has 872352 Waqf Properties, Govt appeared first on Kashmir Life .

by Humaira Nabi SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has submitted a proposal to bring all state handicrafts under a uniform Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate of 5 per cent, citing the labour-intensive nature of the industry. However, this push for uniformity comes at a time when a separate recommendation threatens to impose steep [] The post Proposed GST Hike Threatens Kashmirs Rs 1200 Cr Handicraft Export Basket appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmirs cumulative Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection stood at approximately Rs 35,273 crore between July 2017 to November 2024, Ministry of Finance revealed in the Lok Sabha in response to questions asked by MPs, Rajesh Ranjan and Dr Amar Singh. The GST regime was implemented in July 2017, and it has [] The post Jammu Kashmir Paid Rs 35,273 Cr GST Between July 2017 and November 2024 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir, a region often celebrated for its natural beauty, has found itself grappling with the growing issue of plastic waste generation. According to data presented in the Lok Sabha, Jammu and Kashmir generated 34,384 tonnes of plastic waste during 2021-22, which decreased slightly to 30,342 tonnes in 2022-23. Jammu Kashmir produced 34367.37 [] The post Jammu and Kashmir Generated 30342 Tons of Plastic Waste in 2023 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR December 5, marking Sheikh Mohammad Abdullahs birth anniversary, was significant for his grandson, Omar Abdullah, who recently took over as Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister. During the last five years, the public holiday on this day was dropped and now his cabinet has sent a proposal to LGs office for its revival. In his [] The post Briefing December 8-14, 2024 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

JAMMU: Relief Commissioner Arvind Karwani on Saturday revealed a comprehensive overview of the ongoing development at the Jagti Migrant Camp, highlighting the progress made in providing housing and community facilities for the residents. He revealed that 4,224 flats have been constructed for 5,131 families in the township, alongside 53 parks and 10 community halls available [] The post Jammu Kashmir Government Constructs 4,224 Flats, 53 Parks, and 10 Community Halls for Kashmiri Pandits, CS Repo

SRINAGAR: Senior National Conference (NC) leader Tanvir Sadiq today reaffirmed the governments unwavering commitment to its manifesto pledge of providing 200 units of free electricity to households across Jammu and Kashmir stating that from March next year, people will get free power as promised. Speaking to reporters here, Sadiq revealed that while the initiative could [] The post Jammu Kashmir to Get Free 200 Units of Electricity from March 2025: NC Leader appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Government of India has confirmed the installation of 32 Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen generation plants in Jammu and Kashmir as part of a nationwide initiative to bolster healthcare infrastructure. In a statement presented to the Lok Sabha, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare highlighted that a total of 1,561 PSA plants [] The post Govt Says 32 Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Plants Operational In Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .