Greater Kashmir

Srinagar, Oct 7:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday met representatives of various groups and individuals, who raised issues concerning the development of Baramulla, the promotion of border and religious tourism and measures for the growth of the handloom sector in Jammu and Kashmir. Ravinder Pandita, Chairman, Save Sharda Committee and President of All India Kashmiri Samaj, as per an official statement, put forth important matters related to development of the Maa Sharda Temple, locate

Srinagar, October 07: Bharti Airtel (Airtel), one of Indias leading telecommunications service providers, today announced the launch of new postpaid plans, with even more benefits built in. From October 8, 2026, customers can enjoy one international trip with free roaming every year with these new postpaid plans, along with all existing benefits. The complimentary International Roaming pack offers 5GB of data, 60 minutes of calls, 25 outgoing SMS, and free incoming SMS, all valid for 5 days. Cu

Cairo, Oct 07: Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on Wednesday claimed attacks on military facilities and airports in neighbouring Saudi Arabia as the escalation deepened the latest front in the Iran war and threatened a crucial shipping alternative to the Strait of Hormuz. The Houthis' military spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree, said on social media that the rebels launched ballistic missiles and drones in the attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in the capital, Riyadh, but di

New Delhi, Oct 07: University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) has said it has received a letter of intent from the UGC to set up a new campus in Hyderabad, making it the first public American university authorised to establish a degree-granting location in India. Last year, Chicago's Illinois Institute of Technology became the first US university to set up its campus in India. Illinois, a private university, has set up its campus in Mumbai and welcomed its first batch in September. CU Denver's In

Washington, Oct 7: An award-winning Kashmiri filmmaker Arafat Sheikh has been detained by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on arrival at the Dulles International Airport here, an advocacy campaign seeking his release said. Sheikh, a resident of Alexandria, Virginia, was detained by ICE on September 24, the campaign Free Arafat Sheikh said. It claimed that Sheikh, who is a Kashmir-born filmmaker, is in the US on a student visa to pursue film studies at Georgia State University and

New Delhi: Ahead of India Mobile Congress 2026, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has placed 6G, artificial intelligence (AI), indigenous telecom manufacturing, and affordable digital access at the centre of Indias technology policy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met members of the GSMA Board in New Delhi. In policy statements ahead of the event, Scindia outlined the Governments ambitions for 6G leadership and the expansion of domestic telecom manufacturing. According to Scindia,

Kyiv, Oct 07: Russian attacked Ukraine's capital with ballistic missiles overnight Wednesday, killing two people and damaging civilian infrastructure, according to Ukrainian officials. Explosions were heard across central Kyiv at around 3 am. A rocket struck a nonresidential building in the Podilskyi district, sparking a fire, a statement from the Kyiv City Military Administration said. In the Darnytskyi district, a rocket strike caused a fire at a garage complex. The blaze was extinguished and

Poonch, Oct 7: A 17-year-old girl from Pakistan-held Kashmir, who had crossed the Line of Control in the Nowshera sector earlier this month, was repatriated to Pakistan through the Chakkan Da Bagh crossing in Poonch on Tuesday after completion of the required legal formalities. The girl, identified as Samiya Azeem, daughter of Mohammad Azeem and a resident of Bains Gala, Seri, in Khuiretta tehsil of Kotli district, was apprehended by personnel of 6/1 Gorkha Rifles on October 2 after she crossed

Srinagar, Oct 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday ordered a major administrative reshuffle, transferring and posting 49 IAS and JKAS officers with immediate effect. The orders were issued by the General Administration Department (GAD) under Government Order No. 1612-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated October 7. Among the key changes, Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Jal Shakti Department, Shaleen Kabra has been given the additional charge of Administrative Secretary, Revenue

Mumbai, Oct 07: After nearly three-and-half years, the Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday raised key benchmark policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.5 per cent in a bid to tame rising inflation amid continuing West Asia crisis. With the rate hike, home loans, vehicle loans and corporate loans would become expensive and EMI for existing borrowers would also go up. A hike in the short-term lending rate (repo) by the RBI marks a reversal from its previous policy action. The last repo rate hike was in

New Delhi, Oct 07: Delhi Police has registered an FIR against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and their supporters for allegedly forcibly entering Akashvani Bhawan during the opposition's march against the CEC on October 6, officials said on Wednesday. The FIR was registered after police received a complaint alleging that Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, their supporters and other MPs accompanying them entered the Akashvani Bhawan premises without permission, the Delhi Pol

New Delhi, Oct 07: A fire broke out at two plastic granules manufacturing factories in the Bhorgarh industrial area here early Wednesday, Delhi Fire Service (DFS) officials said. They said the fire later spread to the terraces of two adjacent factories. The fire was reported around 4:30 am and 16 fire tenders were deployed. The blaze was doused by 6:15 am. Cooling operations are underway, the officials said. Further details are awaited.

Srinagar, Oct 6:The Jammu and KashmirNational Conference Womens Wing President and MLAHabba Kadal Shameema Firdous Tuesday said that sportsare an effective means of nurturing the talent of the younger generation, engaging themin positive activities and keeping them away from socialevils such as drug abuse. She was speaking while interacting with a delegation of players associated with the Football Club (FC Passionate) led by Zubair Ahmad. The players, as per a statement, apprised Shameema Firdou

Srinagar, Oct 6: The Srinagar Premier League resumed Tuesday at the TRC Turf, Srinagar, under the aegis of the District Football Association (DFA), Srinagar.In the opening fixture following the resumption, Kanwal FC, as per the DFA statement, defeated IFC Kashmir 10 in a closely contested encounter. Kanwal FC went into half-time with a 10 advantage and held on to the lead until the finalwhistle. IFC Kashmir pushed for an equaliser in the second half, but Kanwal FC maintained their defensive disc

Srinagar, Oct 6:The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference General Secretary Haji Ali Mohammad Sagar Tuesday called upon the administration to ensure adequate and proper arrangements at the shrine of Hazrat Alamdar-e-Kashmir Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani (RA) at Charar-i-Sharief in view of the upcoming Urs. Sagar, as per a statement, stressed that all essential facilities, including uninterrupted power supply, drinking water, sanitation and cleanliness, should be ensured for the devotees so that the

Ganderbal, Oct 6: A delegation of the Jammu & Kashmir Employees Joint Action Committee (JKEJAC) & Jammu & Kashmir Teachers Forum (JKTF), District Ganderbal, on Tuesday called upon Aijaz Ahmad Khan, Assistant Secretary, JKBOSE, District Branch Office Ganderbal, at his office and held a detailed and constructive interaction regarding various issues concerning the smooth, safe and student-friendly conduct of the forthcoming 10th, 11th and 12th class examinations. During the meeting, the delegation,

Srinagar, Oct 6:The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chanapora Constituency, Tuesday conducted elections for its Zonal Committee at the party office in Chanapora. The proceedings were presided over by Zahoor Ahmad Mir, former MLA and Cabinet Minister. Following the voting process, Mohd Altaf Bhat was elected as the Zonal President. The election proceedings, as per a statement, were attended by Chanapora Constituency In-Charge and PDP spokesperson Mohd Iqbal Tramboo, PDP leader Zuhaib Yousuf Mir,

Baramulla, Oct 6:Delhi Public School (DPS) Baramullas annual event EHSAASRang-o-Noor Ki Inayat: DPS Ki Riwayat turned into a vibrant showcase of student talent, confidence and social awareness, leaving parents and guests visibly impressed. The event witnessed a series of performances by students that drew thunderous applause from the audience, with parents repeatedly rising from their seats to capture glimpses of their children performing on stage. The performances ranged from humorous acts to e

Srinagar, Oct 6: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President, Dr Farooq Abdullah, Tuesday expressed deep concern over the ongoing crisis in West Asia, saying that the conflict has engulfed not only the region but has also had repercussions across the world. He appealed to all peace-loving countries, particularly Arab and Muslim nations, to utilise all available diplomatic and political avenues to help bring the present crisis to an end. International institutions, including the United Na

Srinagar, Oct 6:A joint delegation of the Jammu & Kashmir Climate Action Group (JKCAG) and National Alliance on Community Forest Resources & Minor Forest Produce (NACM) met Speaker of the J&K Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather in Srinagar on Tuesday. The delegation, led by Dr Raja Muzaffar Bhat, Chairman JKCAG, and Dileep Gode, National Convener NACM, presented a memorandum to the Speaker demanding enforcement of the Forest Rights Act (FRA) in J&K, as thousands of claims filed by people ove

Q: Why do I feel sleepy after a heavy meal? A: It is not simply because blood goes to the stomach. Large meals, especially those rich in carbohydrates and fats, can promote sleepiness through hormonal and metabolic changes. Poor sleep can make it more noticeable. Q: Is it bad to sleep immediately after eating? A: It can worsen acidity and reflux, particularly after a large or fatty meal. If you frequently experience heartburn at night, leaving a few hours between dinner and lying down may help.

Ganderbal, Oct 6:The Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), Central University of Kashmir (CU Kashmir), began a three-day sensitisation and orientation workshop on NAAC Data Consolidation and Faculty Profile Updation on the SAMARTH portal for department nodal officers at the Tulmulla Campus here on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, Registrar Dr Nisar Ahmad Mir said, The quality of accreditation and ranking depends on how accurately and coherently we present our institutional data. Ou

A heart keeps beating every moment, whether we think about it or not. We study, work, travel, eat, sleep and remain busy with our daily lives, while the heart quietly does its work. We usually remember it only when something goes wrong. But perhaps the bigger problem is not that the heart fails to warn us. Perhaps we have become too busy to listen. Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide. The World Health Organization reports that they account for an estimated 19.8 mi

The most kind-hearted professional, simple Kashmiri at heart, a magnanimous person and a highly skilled Physician of our Era is no more. Dr. Prof. Yousuf - A Dreamer of better tomorrow, A great Doctor, writer, and thinker with a beautiful mind who was brimming with ideas like a young enthusiast of medicine even after retirement, left for the heavenly abode today amidst a sea of mourners on the Harwan slopes who stood as mournful witnesses to his unending love, selfless care, and up-to-date cure

Kupwara, Oct 6:Ten major water supply schemes worth Rs 35.64 crore were inaugurated across the Lolab constituency on Tuesday, with the projects expected to improve drinking water supply to 5,662 households. J&K Jal Shakti Minister Javed Ahmad Rana inaugurated the schemes through virtual mode, while MLA Lolab Qaysar Jamshaid Lone was physically present at Lolab during the programme. The schemes, implemented under Jal Shakti PHE Division Kupwara, cover several villages and are aimed at addressing

Baramulla, Oct 6:The Baramulla district administration on Tuesday demolished a cowshed being used as a dairy farm on land belonging to the Flood Control Department, officials said. The demolition was carried out amid tight security and in the presence of a magistrate as part of the administrations ongoing drive to retrieve government land allegedly under unauthorised occupation. According to officials, the dairy unit, located near Stadium Colony in Baramulla, was being operated by the wife of Pa

For decades, pain treatment has often meant one thing: take a painkiller. A headache brings a tablet, back pain another, and persistent knee pain may lead to repeated medication. But chronic pain is rarely that simple. Pain involves an interaction between nerves, muscles, joints, the spinal cord and the brain. When it persists for months or years, simply suppressing it may not be enough. Modern pain medicine is therefore shifting from painkillers to precision. Understanding the source of pain: T

Srinagar, Oct 6:The J&K Government today revoked the suspension of Dr Syed Maqbool Ahmad Shah, Associate Professor of Cardiology at Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu. The cardiologist, who faced a scathing media trial here has been reinstated with immediate effect to GMC Jammu. The order comes nearly four months after Dr Shah was suspended amid allegations concerning cardiac procedures and reimbursement claims under the PMJAY-SEHAT health insurance scheme. Dr Shah was placed under suspensi

Shopian, Oct 6:Hundreds of trucks carrying apples through south Kashmirs Shopian town are causing prolonged traffic jams, leaving commuters struggling to navigate the roads as the fruit harvesting season reaches its peak. With harvesting operations gathering pace across the district, a large number of fruit-laden trucks enter Shopian town every day to transport apples from fruit-growing villages to the Fruit Mandi Shopian. The movement has intensified in recent weeks, with trucks travelling thro

The National Conference (NC) today presents a striking political paradox. Despite its substantial strength in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and its position at the head of the elected government, some of its most consequential political challenges are emerging from within its own ranks. The widening confrontation between Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, the controversy surrounding MLA Bashir Ahmad Veeri, and differences among legislators over Art

Srinagar, Oct 6:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Tuesday chaired a meeting to assess the revised Jammu and Kashmir State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC 2.0), calling for further refinement of the plan by incorporating clearly defined, department-wise actions, outcomes and timelines up to 2030. The meeting was attended by several Administrative Heads including ACS, PDD; ACS, Tourism; ACS, PWD; Principal Secretary, DMRR&R; Commissioner Secretary, H&ME; Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Secreta

Srinagar, Oct 6:Gulmarg cheese was part of the assortment of gifts that Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented to Swiss President Guy Parmelin during his visit to India earlier this week. The name Gulmarg and cheese ring a bell about the rich cheesemaking tradition of Kashmir, sustained by pastoral communities over generations, yet still unorganised. The Gulmarg cheese is named so because of its snowy white appearance that reminded its makers of Kashmirs famed meadow in winters. Made by Elefther

Srinagar, Oct 6:Observing that humanitarian considerations warranted a compassionate approach in the peculiar circumstances of a case, the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has allowed a doctor serving on deputation as Deputy Medical Superintendent at Government SMHS Hospital, Srinagar, to continue at her present place of posting. Dr Nowsheen Zaffar has petitioned the tribunal, seeking extension of her deputation to care for her critically ill father suffering from a life-threatening disease

Srinagar, Oct 6:Months-long verification drive by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, targeting migrant workers at orchards, brick kilns and construction sites, has led to the identification of Bangladeshi nationals living and working in Kashmir, officials said. The exercise, which has been underway for nearly seven months, involved calling migrant workers to police stations and verifying their identities and documents, including Aadhaar cards. A senior J&K Police officer said discrepancies found duri

Srinagar, Oct 6:The Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), Srinagar Centre, concluded its World Architecture Day 2026 celebrations at SKICC, Srinagar. The event brought together architects, academicians, professionals, distinguished guests, students and members of the architectural fraternity from across Jammu & Kashmir. The programme commenced with the formal inauguration and welcome address by Ar. Irshad Majid, Chairman, IIA Srinagar Centre. In his address, he highlighted the importance of arch

Srinagar, Oct 6:The government has appointed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit presently serving as Vice Chief of the Air Staff as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff, in the rank of Air Chief Marshal, with effect from the afternoon of October 31, 2026. The present Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh superannuates office on October 31, 2026. Born on December 09, 1966, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was commissioned into the fighter stream of Indian Air Force on December 6, 1986. Prior to

Srinagar, Oct 6:Death of a woman who was hit by an e-rickshaw in Srinagar's Ishber Nishat area has once again brought the spotlight on growing concerns over overloading and underage driving of e-rickshaws across the city. The woman, who was injured after being hit by an e-rickshaw on Monday, succumbed to her injuries on Tuesday, adding to a series of accidents involving the increasingly popular mode of public transport. Over the past few years, battery-operated e-rickshaws have largely replaced

Koraput, Oct 6:Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said self-reliance in aero-engines is the foundation of Indias aerospace sovereignty. He made the statement at a function marking the delivery of the 2,000th aero-engine manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limiteds (HAL) Koraput Division and announcing a second Shakti engine manufacturing line at Sunabeda in Odisha. The Rs 218-crore new line will manufacture up to 100 engines annually and is scheduled to be fully established by 2028-29,

New Delhi, Oct 6:The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the governments commitment of Rs 10,000 crore towards the establishment of the SME Growth Fund (SGF) to provide direct equity investments to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and help create a new generation of Indian companies capable of competing globally. The initiative is part of the measures announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 to provide equity, liquidity and professional support to the MSME

Bhadohi, Oct 6:Ferozson Exports Pvt. Ltd., led by Director Sheikh Ashiq Ahmad, has been honoured with the Navshristi 2026 Excellence Award for Innovative Design Pattern for its hand-knotted carpet at the 50th India Carpet Expo Golden Jubilee Edition in Bhadohi. A statement here said that the award recognises the companys work in combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design and innovation in the handmade carpet sector. The winning entry was evaluated by a distinguished jury comp

Srinagar, Oct 6: The CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Branch Laboratory Srinagar, organised a one-day outreach programme on the conservation of critically endangered flora of the Kashmir Himalayas at its Field Station in Verinag on Tuesday. Titled Preserving the Paradise: Conserving Critically Endangered Flora of the Kashmir Himalayas, the programme was organised under the CSIR Mission Mode Project on Bioresource Conservation and Prospection (BioCaP) to raise awareness

New Delhi, Oct 6:The Union Cabinet on Tuesday passed a resolution congratulating Prime Minister NarendraModi on completing 25 years of continuous leadership as head of government. Far more than a customary tribute, it celebrated the extraordinary journey of PM Modi guided by principle of 'Nation First and Citizen First'. The resolution said that three overwhelming mandates in Gujarat and support in three successive LokSabha elections reflect the enduring trust that public have reposed in PM Nare

Baramulla, Oct 6:Director Sericulture J&K and Visiting Officer for Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II), Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, undertook a two-day field visit to the border villages of Shahdara and Ghallan in Sub-Division Uri to assess developmental needs and review implementation of ongoing interventions. During the visit, Bhat reviewed basic infrastructure, public amenities, connectivity, service delivery and livelihood opportunities, besides identifying areas requiring greater inter-departmental

Srinagar, Oct 6: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today laid the foundation stone for construction of Caf House and renovation of existing Guesthouse at Government Silk Weaving Factory Rajbagh, a unit of Jammu and Kashmir Industries Limited. MLA, Lal Chowk Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed Pardesi, Commissioner Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department Vikramjit Singh besides others were present on the occasion. The project is being executed by the J&K Small Scale Industries Development Corporati

Srinagar, Oct 6:J&K Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday said the governments new Industrial Policy is at the final stage and will seek to address the gaps, bottlenecks and alleged instances of discrimination and pick-and-choose in the implementation of the Rs 28,400-crore New Central Sector Scheme (NCSS). Choudhary said the concerns raised by industrialists and chambers had been taken into account while framing the new policy, which is being prepared by the Industries Department

New Delhi, Oct 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday stressed that democratisation of technology is essential to ensure that no section of the society is left behind and that technology and digital services should be made affordable and accessible, particularly for the Global South. Interacting with the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) board members here, Modi also emphasised that technology must become a tool for inclusive and sustainable development. The prime mi

New Delhi, Oct 6: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu today conferred degrees on the first graduating batch of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bilaspur at the Institutes first Convocation, marking a major milestone in the growth of the institution and its contribution to medical education and healthcare in the country. Addressing the graduating students, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, lauded the graduates and the gold medallists, as well as the parents, guardians