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Nasal reconstruction, or rhinoplasty, is a highly specialised procedure that requires advanced surgical expertise and meticulous planning. In Kashmir, growing awareness, improved surgical expertise, and an increasing number of patients seeking correction of nasal deformities have brought rhinoplasty into greater focus. While demand for the procedure is rising, ensuring optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes remains a challenge. In an interview withRising Kashmir Health Correspondent Mansoor P

Srinagar, Aug 09: Transport authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have restored the facility for payment of fitness fees and related documentation on the Parivahan portal, providing relief to commercial vehicle operators who had been unable to complete mandatory fitness formalities for several weeks. The decision comes after a Rising Kashmir report highlighted the difficulties faced by transporters following delays in operationalising Automated Testing Stations (ATS) in several districts. With manual

Srinagar, Aug09:Jammu and Kashmir's climate is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with Kulgam, Shopian and Baramulla districts emerging as the Valley's newest cloudburst hotspots in what experts describe as an alarming shift in extreme weather patterns. Official data reveal that 40 cloudburst incidents have been reported across Jammu and Kashmir since June 1 this year, claiming 34 lives and causing widespread damage to homes, roads, bridges, agricultural land and public infrastructure. While

S. UMAR BHAT The Cost of Administrative Inertia The global transition to sustainable mobility is no longer a distant environmental ideal; it is an urgent economic, ecological, and urban planning imperative. Across India, Union Territories and States have aggressively rolled out dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) policies backed by direct capital subsidies, state-level tax reimbursements, power tariff rationalization, and targeted charging infrastructure mandates. In sharp contrast, the Union Territ

FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS The Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2026 which began on 23 July, 2026 came to a glittering close on 2-3 August 2026 at Glasgow, the capital city of Scotland (UK). The Indian contingent did its best under the circumstances and brought home 39 medals including 13 gold, 17 silver and 9 bronze. The flag and baton of the CWG were handed over to the Indian officials at the end of the closing ceremony in recognition of the fact that the next CWG in 2030 would be held in India at Ahmedabad.

Civic sense is often spoken of as a small thing, a matter of manners, cleanliness or public behaviour. But in reality, it is one of the most important markers of a societys maturity. In Kashmir, where beauty is abundant and public life remains deeply sensitive, civic sense assumes an even greater significance. It is not just about keeping roads clean or standing in queues. It is about the habits, values and responsibilities that shape how people live together in a shared space. A valley as cheri

As India moves towards its 80th Independence Day, the renewed call to participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga movement is a welcome reminder of the enduring bond between the nation and its people. Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal to citizens to hoist the National Flag at their homes, and to join the celebrations with renewed enthusiasm, reflects a larger effort to revive patriotic feeling in a manner that is both inclusive and emotionally powerful. At a time when public discourse is often fragme

AHKTER RASOOL Agriculture remains the backbone of rural India, employing 42 per cent of the country's workforce and contributing 17-18 per cent to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Within this vast sector, livestock alone accounts for 4.5 per cent of national GDP, sustaining the livelihoods of about 20.5 million people. Yet, even as these numbers testify to agriculture's economic weight, rural India continues to grapple with unemployment, economic uncertainty and rising inflation challenges tha

Introduction: The Dawn of Grooming The story of how humans learned to trim and groom hair is a fascinating journey spanning tens of thousands of yearsevolving from basic survival to social custom and, eventually, a refined art. In the Stone Age, long before scissors or mirrors existed, hair care was driven by practical necessity. Extremely long hair could get caught in dense bushes, obstruct vision during a hunt, or harbour parasites. Early humans used sharp flint blades, obsidian glass, and cra

Srinagar, Aug 9: The revered Baba Fareed Ziyarat Sharief in Garkote village of Uri along Line of Control (LoC) has been included on the tourism map, marking a significant development for the area and giving a boost to pilgrimage tourism in the constituency. MLA Uri Dr Sajjad Shafi Uri who attended the Baba Fareed Urs on Sunday as the chief guest, highlighted the governments efforts to promote tourism and pilgrimage tourism across the constituency and announced the same. The development follows s

Ganderbal, Aug 9: Several development projects have been sanctioned across the Kangan constituency by MLA Kangan Mian Mehar Ali with government healthcare institutions, electricity infrastructure and local connectivity among the key areas covered under the latest works. MLA Kangan Mehar Ali says the package includes medical equipment for SDH Kangan, MMC Watlar and PHC Wussan, ambulances for health centres at Anderwan and Hari Ganiwan, construction of a new health centre at Chountwilar and a gene

Srinagar, Aug 9: Commuters on the Baramulla-Uri national highway faced considerable inconvenience on Sunday after the road at Danakha Mode remained closed beyond the scheduled reopening time, despite authorities ordering the restriction only until 5 pm. The highway was closed from 7 am to 5 pm to facilitate hill-cutting work at Danakha Mode and to prevent any untoward incident amid apprehensions of landslides. However, commuters alleged that the road was not reopened even after 5 pm, leaving sco

Srinagar, July 29: The Special Court for NDPS Cases, Srinagar, has acquitted two accused in a 2022 narcotics case registered at Police Station Budgam, holding that the prosecution failed to establish their conscious and exclusive possession of the alleged contraband beyond reasonable doubt. Special Judge (NDPS Cases) Vinod Kumar pronounced the judgment on July 29, acquitting Shahnawaz Qadir Ganie of Hyderpora and Mohd Ayoub Sofi of Channa Mohalla, Hyderpora, presently residing at Narkarah, Budga

Srinagar: The Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj has sought detailed information on houses damaged due to flash floods and cloudbursts in rural areas of Jammu and Kashmir during July and August 2026. An official of the Department told Rising Kashmir that recent flash floods and cloudbursts had caused damage to a large number of residential houses in various rural areas across Jammu and Kashmir. We have asked both the Directors of Rural Development of Jammu and Kashmir divisions,

Udhampur, Aug 9: MLA Udhampur East Ranbir Singh Pathania has called for greater focus on quality basic education in rural and far-flung areas of Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting staff shortages, inadequate infrastructure and the need for a comprehensive transfer policy. Speaking during a series of programmes across his constituency, Pathania said areas including Dudu, Bastangrah, Pancheri, Garh Samnabanj, Chore Panjian and Moungri were facing shortages of teachers and other staff, affecting educa

Srinagar, Aug 9: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, along with several senior party leaders, on Sunday paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Syed Ghulam Rasool Shah, popularly known as Hazrat Nanga Baji Sahib, in the Malangam area of north Kashmirs Bandipora district. On the occasion, the Apni Party leaders prayed for lasting peace, prosperity, and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir. During their visit, Altaf Bukhari and the accompanying party leaders were warmly received by the shrin

Banihal, Aug 9: Dozens of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) workers and activists from Gool joined the National Conference (NC) in Banihal on Sunday, with senior party leader and MLA Banihal-Gool Sajjad Shaheen welcoming them into the party fold. Shaheen said the growing support for the NC reflected peoples faith in its politics of development, secularism and protection of the rights of Jammu and Kashmir. He alleged that the PDPs 2014 alliance with the BJP had contributed to the political circumsta

While buying health insurance , most people focus on the premium, the coverage, and the list of hospitals. But one important detail often goes unnoticed is the claim settlement ratio. This number tells you how likely it is that your claim will be settled. The claim settlement ratio gives you a clearer picture of how the insurer handles situations in real life, not just what is written in the document. What is Claim Settlement Ratio in Health Insurance? Claim settlement ratio, often called CSR, i

Srinagar : The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has granted interim relief to a petitioner staying the operation of an order dated 30 July 2026 passed by the Judicial Magistrate 1st Class (City Judge), Srinagar, directing registration of an FIR against him. The matter came before the High Court before a Bench comprising Justice Sanjay Dhar. The petitioner, represented by Adv. Mujeeb Andrabi and Adv. Mustahsun Mattu, challenged the Magistrates order on various grounds includ

Leh: Aug 9: In a significant action against drug trafficking and illicit proceeds, the District Police Leh has initiated proceedings under Section 68F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, leading to the seizure of movable properties worth approximately 2 lakh belonging to a habitual drug offender. The action was carried out by Police Station Leh against Kundan Sah, son of Ban Bari Sah, a resident of Village Mahadha in Banka district of Bihar, presently residing at

Srinagar, Aug 9: National Conference General Secretary Haji Ali Muhammad Sagar on Sunday described August 9, 1953, as one of the darkest chapters in the countrys democratic history, saying the dismissal and arrest of then Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah damaged the relationship between J&K and New Delhi. In a statement issued from the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha, Sagar said the arrest of Sheikh Abdullah represented an assault on democratic values and the political

Jammu, Aug 9: The Jammu State Movement held a meeting in Bishnah on Saturday, reiterating its demand for separate statehood for Jammu and alleging that the region has faced discrimination in employment, development and policy decisions. The meeting was addressed by Shri Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena J&K president Arjun Singh, who said the people of Jammu had continued to seek justice, equal rights and fair representation over the years. Singh alleged that the abrogation of Article 370 had not addr

When you start planning to study abroad or pursue a postgraduate degree in India, the conversation inevitably turns to money. Tuition fees, living expenses, books, travel. It adds up fast. Most families can't cover the full cost out of pocket, so borrowing becomes part of the plan. The first real fork in the road is whether to go with a collateral-based loan or a non-collateral one. That choice shapes everything from how much you can borrow to what your monthly repayments look like for years aft

New Delhi [India], August 9 : As India counts down to its 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon the citizens to participate in the nationwide 'Har Ghar Tiranga' movement, tying it to the government's larger vision of a developed India. PM Modi also highlighted that the campaign carries special significance this year as it coincides with the 150th anniversary of the National Song, 'Vande Mataram'. Our Tricolour is our pride and a constant source of inspiration to alw

Anantnag, Kashmir: A 16-year-old boy drowned in the Lidder River in the Chee area of south Kashmirs Anantnag district on Sunday, officials said. The deceased was identified as Barik Bilal, son of Bilal Ahmed Sofi and a resident of Laram Ganjipora, Anantnag. The incident reportedly occurred at Dar Mohalla in Chee. Soon after receiving information about the incident, a team of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Anantnag, launched a search and rescue operation with the assistance of local re

DODA , Aug 9 : At least 10 passengers were injured after a tempo vehicle overturned on the Batote-Doda road in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said. According to officials, the vehicle was travelling from Batote towards Doda when the accident occurred at Karmail Morh. The injured passengers were subsequently shifted to Primary Health Centres (PHCs) at Assar and Batote for medical treatment. Their identities have not yet been ascertained. Officials said an investigation into the circumstan

Sopore, August 09: Security forces and investigating agencies on Sunday conducted searches at 26 locations across Sopore and adjoining areas of north Kashmirs Baramulla district in connection with a case involving the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI). According to officials, the searches are being carried out under provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged activities and network associated with the proscribed organisation. Mult

Baramulla, August 9: Baramulla Police have attached immovable property valued at 69.82 lakh in connection with a 2008 militancy-related case registered under provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Enemy Agents Ordinance, officials said on Sunday. According to a police spokesperson, the attachment order was issued by the Special NIA Court in Sopore in connection with a case registered at Chandoosa Police Station. The attached property comprises 12 kanal, one marla a

Guwahati , August 9 : The death toll in Assam's ongoing floods has reached 99, with several districts reporting casualties as the flood situation continues to remain grim across the state. According to the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS) Assam bulletin released on Saturday, the devastating floods have heavily impacted multiple regions, resulting in the loss of 58 males and 23 females, alongwith 18 children (12 males and 6 females). Among the hardest-hit areas, Cachar

Budgam, Aug 8: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan on Saturday said that the digital integration of artisans including specially-abled craftsmen is opening new economic opportunities for craftsmen and is strengthening the handicrafts sector in Jammu and Kashmir. He said this while appreciating the Training on Digital Literacy & Market Readiness programme organised at Town Hall, Budgam, describing it as an inspiring example of convergence aimed at empowering the artisan community.

Kulgam, Aug 8: With the district gearing up to celebrate 80th Independence Day this year, District Administration Kulgam on Saturday finalized arrangements for the 3rd phase of Vande Mataram Campaign and Har Ghar Tiranga in a meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam with officers of line departments at Mini Secretariat, Kulgam. Addressing the meeting, the DC emphasized the need for meticulous execution of the campaign at all levels. The DC fixed department wise responsibiliti

Srinagar, Aug 8: In yet another testament to its growing global academic footprint, SKUAST-K has achieved a significant milestone with six of its students securing prestigious fully funded internships under the Taiwan Experience Education Program (TEEP), Taiwan. The selected students successfully cleared multiple rounds of rigorous screening and highly competitive international interviews, demonstrating outstanding academic merit, research aptitude and technical competence. Their selection amo

Srinagar, Aug 8: Principal Secretary Culture Department, Brij Mohan Sharma and Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Saturday jointly chaired a comprehensive meeting at the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) to review and finalize arrangements for the mega Tiranga Rally scheduled to be held from SKICC to Botanical Garden on August 12 and Independence Day celebration at Bakshi Stadium. During the meeting, the Principal Secretary directed the concerned departments to put in place innovative

Srinagar, Aug 8: Marking a significant administrative milestone and providing a fresh impetus to long-pending developmental initiatives, the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, met after a gap of over five years under Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, setting a clear vision for transforming the premier medical institution into a quaternary healthcare facility and Centre of Excellence in the region. The last meeting of the Standing Finance

Srinagar, Aug 08: The 57-day-long Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, which commenced on July 3, 2026, from the traditional Pahalgam route and the shorter Baltal route, willremainsuspended from both routes with effect from August 9in view ofongoing restoration and maintenance works on vulnerable stretches of the pilgrimage tracks and the forecast of adverse weather conditions over the coming days. The annual pilgrimage haswitnessed the participation ofmore than 4.8 lakhpilgrimsso far,whohave performed

Srinagar, Aug 07: Women account for 74.73 per cent of the workforce engaged in agriculture in Jammu and Kashmir, compared with the national figure of 59.81 per cent, while holdings operated by women account for 7.6 per cent of total operational holdings in the Union Territory, according to data tabled by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare in the Rajya Sabha. The figures come from two different datasets. The workforce figure is based on the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025, w

Srinagar, Aug 08: The Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir, hasextendedcongratulations to two outstanding weavers, Manzoor Ahmad Hajam and Fayaz Ahmad Wani, from Kanihama, Budgam, whohave been conferred withthe prestigious National Handloom Award in recognition of their contribution tothe field ofKani weaving. They were conferredwith the National Awardfor their jointentry Chand-Daar Kani Shawl by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu,during aglittering function held at New Delhi to comm

Full Podcast | Adil Reshi says Parvez Rasool, Aquib Nabi and other J&K cricketers are inspiring youngsters, with more parents now encouraging their children to take up cricket, in conversation with Rising Kashmirs Ovaise Gul. He also speaks about the changing cricket culture in Kashmir, the growing competition among young players, the rise of cricket at the grassroots level and much more.

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 08: Principal Secretary Culture Department, Brij Mohan Sharma and Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today jointly chaired a comprehensive meeting at the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) to review and finalize arrangements for the mega Tiranga Rally scheduled to be held from SKICC to the Botanical Garden on August 12 and the Independence Day celebration at Bakshi Stadium. During the meeting, the Principal Secretary directed the concerned departments to put in place inno

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 8: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo chaired a comprehensive review meeting at Civil Secretariat here on the welfare and rehabilitation of leprosy patients, with emphasis on dignified healthcare and social security. The meeting was attended by MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Ali Sadiq; Commissioner SMC, Fazlul Haseeb; Director SKIMS, Prof. M.Ashraf Ganie; Principal GMC Srinagar, Dr. Iffat Hassan Shah; Director Health Services Kashmir, CMO

Jammu, Aug 07: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said Artificial Intelligence must ultimately translate into better outcomes for people. The CM launched the J&K Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence (AI CoE) at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu and dedicated Project Phoenix, an AI-enabled digital commerce platform at IIT Jammu. The initiatives are aimed at promoting technology-driven governance, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, and expanding economic opportunit

Budgam, Aug 7: The Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO) Budgam on Friday recommended the suspension of five driving licences and 15 registration certificates (RCs) of commercial vehicles during a major enforcement drive aimed at ensuring compliance with the Motor Vehicles Act in central Kashmir's Budgam district. The drive was conducted on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, along various routes leading to the tourist destination of Doodhpathri. The drive was co