Srinagar, Dec 21: Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) president Altaf Bukhari made a fervent appeal to the GST Council, which convened its 55th meeting in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan under the leadership of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reject the proposed GST hike of up to 28% on textiles. Highlighting the potential impact of the []

Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday strongly criticised the proposed 28% GST Hike on Textiles. As reported by ANI news agency, Mehbooba Mufti said, Today, when you increase GST by 28% in the capital of Kashmir, our art will automatically end. Efforts are being made to destroy it []

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Srinagar Police on Thursday solved burglary case within 24 hours and recovers stolen property in central Kashmirs Srinagar district. A Police spokesperson said, On December 17, 2024, taking cognizance of a written complaint by an individual namely Naseer Ah Bhat son of Ghulam Ahmad Bhat resident of Deviahangan Hawal that unknown thieves had broken into []

Jammu, Dec 19 : The grand finale of Toycathon 2024 exhibition organised by Jammu & Kashmir State Council of Educational Research & Training (JKSCERT) concluded today at Abhinav Theatre with great enthusiasm and celebration, highlighting a vibrant amalgamation of tradition and innovation. The event witnessed exceptional creativity and technological brilliance as participants showcased toys and []

The mens ICC Champions Trophy will be played across Pakistan and a neutral venue, announced the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday. The same rule will also be applicable to all the ICC events held by India and Pakistan during the 2024-27 rights cycle. A statement from ICC on Thursday said, India and Pakistan matches []

Five unidentified terrorists were killed, and two army personnel were injured in an encounter in the Kadder village of Behibagh in south Kashmirs Kulgam district, officials said. A joint team of police, the Armys 34 Rashtriya Rifles, and the CRPF launched a cordon-and-search operation in Kadder village during the night following credible inputs about the []

4,291 Panchayats integrated with e-governance platforms; Rs 18.26 cr unspent

Srinagar, Dec 18: A young researcher from Kashmir, Dr. Moonisa Aslam Dervash has been awarded the prestigious NESA Young Scientist Award 2024 for her remarkable milestones in the field of Environmental Sciences. The award was distributed during an International Conference on Advancements in Basic Science, Environmental Studies, and Traditional Medicine for Translational Drug Discovery and []

MeT forecasts light snowfall on 21-22 Dec Pahalgam records -6.8C, Anantnag -8.9C Icy roads disrupt morning traffic at various places Srinagar, Dec 17: Ahead of Chillai-Kalan, the 40 day harsh winter period, cold weather conditions has gripped valley. Srinagar settled at minus 5.3C and recorded the second coldest night of the season. []

Srinagar, Dec 17: Northern Railways General Manager Ashok Kumar Verma has confirmed that all pending work on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project will be completed by January 2025, paving the way for the much-anticipated Vande Bharat train to operate between New Delhi and Kashmir. Speaking to reporters in Reasi, Verma expressed optimism about the []

UT status limits J&Ks access to constitutionally mandated local body funds

Srinagar, Dec 17: Featuring Kashmirs serene landscapes and shot against captivating backdrop of valleys lush green meadows, Feludar Goyendagiri 2: Bhuswargo Bhoyonkawr, famous Bengali web-series is set to be released on December 20. The series is adapted from one of the greatest film directors in the history of Indian cinema, Satyajit Rays iconic novel, Feluda. []

Pays tribute to BJP leader Satya Deo Singh at Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Degree College, Gonda

Kathua, Dec 16: Delhi Public School Kathua Monday hosted its grand Annual Function 2024 , an occasion marked by grandeur, cultural brilliance, and academic celebration under the befitting theme, Magnum Opus a Symphony of Body and Mind. The esteemed Chief Guest, Shri Balwant Thakur, Padma Shri Awardee and Former Cultural Ambassador to South Africa []

Srinagar, Dec 16: Prof Shaad Ramzan, a prominent poet of Kashmir has been selected by the Prasar Bharati jury to represent Kashmiri language at the prestigious National Symposium of Poets-2025, the biggest poetic congregation of the world, to be held by Prasar Bharati on December 19 at Mumbai. Selected poets from 22 Indian languages will []

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) on Monday announced a 20 per cent reduction in textbook prices for classes 9 to 12, effective from the upcoming academic year. This was announced by NCERT Director Dinesh Prasad Saklani during an event here. Speaking at an event, Saklani said this is the first time []

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday felicitated members of Langar Organisations & NGOs participated in offering Food, Langar(Community Kitchen) & other services to pilgrims during Shri Amarnathji Yatra-2024. He expressed gratitude for their selfless service & making valuable contribution to devotees well-being during pilgrimage.

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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. Sources said that Omar Abdullah, who is also minister-incharge, Finance Department, will participate in a meeting called by the Union Finance Ministry to hold consultations with states and Union []

The Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army General Upendra Dwivedi attended the 2nd Land Forces Summit (LFS) 2024 on Saturday. The Summit was also attended by the Army Chiefs and Senior Generals from Japan, US, Australia and the Philippines, according to the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) of the Indian Army. []

Nearly 48 crore individuals have enrolled in Rs 2 lakh accident insurance coverage through the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), the Finance Ministry said on Saturday. The Finance Ministry in a social media post on X added that the cumulative enrolment under the PMSBY has been 47.59 crore, and the cumulative number of claims []

The Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari on Saturday sanctioned 827.98 crore for constructing and upgrading 4 -lane highway from pandach to Manigam in Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on X, Gadkari wrote, In Jammu & Kashmir, we have sanctioned 827.98 crore for constructing and upgrading a 4-lane highway from Pandach []

Srinagar, Dec 13: Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai has been granted a two-year extension as Vice Chancellor of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, Shalimar. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor, J&K, Shri Manoj Sinha, who is also the chancellor of SKUAST-K Friday issued an order under No: LGS/19/SC/JU/2021/5595-5602 dated: 13-12-2024 extending tenure of []

A 27-year-old male body was recovered on Friday near Sports Stadium in Doda district. Officials said that locals found a body lying near sports stadium in Doda. Soon a team of police reached the spot and took possession of the body for medico-legal formalities. The deceased has been identified as Tanveer Ahmad(27) son of Abdul []

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday spoke on the One Nation, One Election and said it should not be similar to what happened with Article 370. Speaking to ANI, Abdullah said It has not come before the Parliament yet. It will be debated in the House. The debate should be open; it []

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday Paid Tribute to the brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the parliament attack in 2001. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, Paid homage to those martyred in the 2001 Parliament attack. Their sacrifice will forever inspire our nation. We remain eternally grateful for their courage []

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday Paid Tribute to the brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the parliament attack in 2001. In a post on X, LG wrote, My heartfelt tributes to the brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives during the attack on our Parliament on this day in 2001. The nation will remain []

Srinagar, Dec 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually interacted with young innovators during the 7th edition of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2024 Grand Finale, including participants from NIT Srinagar. This marks the first time NIT Srinagar is hosting the grand finale, which began on Wednesday as one of 51 national centers. PM Modi engaged []

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Kargil, Dec 10, 2024: Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Shrikant Suse today chaired a meeting through virtual mode to discuss the operational arrangements for AN-32 Kargil Courier Service for the 202425 winter season. Key attendees included SSP Kargil, Director Airport Authority of India Srinagar and Jammu, Sr. Commandant CISF Jammu & Srinagar airport , Er. Aamir []

University Grant Commission (UGC) Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar has announced changes in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), undergraduate and postgraduate 2025, saying the total number of subjects has been reduced to 37 from 63 and there will be uniform exam duration of 60 minutes. He said 20 language subjects have been discontinued and admissions []

Australia topped the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings while India slipped to number three after the visitors succumbed to a 10-wicket loss to Aussies during the second Test at Adelaide Oval. This is also Australias eighth win day/night Tests in Adelaide, making it eight out of eight at the venue. Overall, they have won []

Syed Nazakat Khaleefa Vice Chancellor of Kashmir University, Prof. Nilofer Khan, approved a grant of 2 lakh for cultural activities during the Annual Day celebrations of MA and MAK Hostels. The event, held at Gandhi Bhawan, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and university dignitaries, including the Registrar, Prof. Naseer Iqbal. The program featured []

After the Union Cabinet approved the establishment of 28 new Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs) across India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the government is committed to providing school education to every section of the society in accordance with the National Education Policy. We are committed to providing school education to every section of []