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Washington, DC [US], October 11 : US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that Tehran may ramp up its actions against Washington ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, noting that the American administration believes Iran is acting under the impression that such measures would inflict damage on the United States. Speaking at a political event in Tennessee, a traditional stronghold of the Republican Party, Trump maintained that Washington has the capacity to resolve the ongoing war swift

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], October 11 : At least 12 people were killed and 309 injured in an attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday, Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said in an update on Sunday. According to GACA, the fatalities included four Saudi citizens and residents of several other nationalities, including two Bangladeshis and one each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Sudan. Some of the injured are in critica

Ganderbal, Oct 10: Outgoing Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal Jatin Kishore on Saturday bid farewell to the district administration following his transfer to Budgam, crediting officers and officials for the developmental and administrative achievements made during his tenure. Speaking at a farewell function organised by the district administration, Kishore expressed gratitude to Team Ganderbal for its cooperation, dedication and collective efforts in implementing government programmes and addressing

Ganderbal, Oct 10: The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) on Saturday called for strengthening mental health support systems in educational institutions, including the establishment of a confidential helpline, online counselling appointments and a dedicated psychological counsellor, amid concerns over academic pressure, emotional distress and reluctance among students to seek professional help. The recommendations emerged during a programme organised by the university's Student Mental Health Ta

Srinagar, Oct 10: Director Agriculture Kashmir Sartaj Ahmad Shah on Saturday directed officials to accelerate the implementation of agricultural development schemes and ensure timely utilisation of allocated funds, stressing that benefits under government programmes must reach farmers within the prescribed timelines. Chairing a review meeting at the Directorate of Agriculture, Lalmandi, Srinagar, Shah assessed the physical and financial progress of various schemes in Srinagar, Pulwama, Budgam an

Srinagar, Oct 10: Jammu and Kashmir's first Sustainable Mountain Development Policy will be among the key subjects of discussion at a three-day national summit beginning October 12 at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), bringing together policymakers, scientists and agricultural experts to examine the challenges facing Himalayan ecosystems. The 13th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit, being organised jointly by SKUAST-Kashmir and the Inte

Srinagar October 10: The University of Kashmir (KU) has retained its 4-Star Rating under the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) framework of the Ministry of Educations Innovation Cell (MIC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The University secured a total score of 76.79 out of 100 in the latest IIC performance assessment, declared on October 5, 2026. The rating recognises the Universitys initiatives to strengthen its innovation ecosystem and encourage students and fac

Srinagar, Oct 10: Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati, on Saturday called for greater participation of women in the legal profession and urged judicial institutions to embrace technology to meet changing societal expectations. Addressing a felicitation programme organised by the Kashmir Advocates Association at the District Court Complex in Srinagar, the Chief Justice said encouraging women advocates and ensuring their active participat

Srinagar, Oct 10: A few steps from home, a tragedy changed Mudasir Alis life forever. His mother was killed in a wildlife attack, leaving behind a loss that no technology could undo. But for the software engineer from New Theed in Harwan, Srinagar, the tragedy also gave rise to a determination: to use his skills to help prevent other families from enduring the same heartbreak. That resolve has taken shape in WildPing, a free web-based application designed to alert communities about wildlife move

Srinagar, Oct 10: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the revival of the passport of a Kashmiri MBBS student pursuing her studies in Iran to enable her to complete the remaining part of her medical course, while allowing authorities to conduct a fresh security audit before restoring the travel document. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Dr Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal passed the directions while disposing of an appeal filed by Ibra Khan, a

Srinagar, Oct 10: Nearly one in three female college students surveyed in Kashmir showed symptoms suggestive of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), raising concerns over an under-recognised womens health challenge among young people, a new study has found. The cross-sectional study, conducted among 1,217 students from colleges in Kashmir between July and December 2024, found that 33.6% showed symptoms suggestive of PCOS, while 1.28% had strong indicators of the condition. The research, titled Asse

New Delhi, Oct 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday called for a future-ready education system that prepares children for life beyond examinations, equipping them with critical thinking, digital literacy, adaptability and a strong sense of responsibility. The Chief Minister was addressing the School Leader of the Year 2026 Summit & Awards in New Delhi, which brought together leading educators, school principals and institutional heads to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership in

Srinagar, Oct 10: Kashmirs natural flood defences are steadily coming under pressure as concrete spreads across the Jhelum floodplain, wetlands lose ground and settlements expand into landscapes that once helped absorb excess water. A scientific study of the Jhelum basin has quantified the scale of this transformation: built-up land within the rivers floodplain increased from 55.47 square kilometres in 1972 to 203.30 square kilometres in 2013 nearly fourfold in 41 years. The population living w

Jammu, Oct 10: Jammu Kashmir is poised to emerge as a significant destination for Global Capability Centres, driven by its young talent, improving infrastructure, investor-friendly policies and growing innovation ecosystem, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Friday, as he addressed the Valedictory Session of the J&K Global Capability Centre (GCC) Summit 2026. Congratulating IIM Jammu, NASSCOM, partner institutions and the administration for successfully organising the two-day summit, the Li

Cleanliness cannot be achieved through awareness campaigns alone. It requires strict enforcement, public accountability, responsible citizenship, and the effective implementation of existing laws. For years, we have organised cleanliness drives, conducted awareness campaigns, and appealed to people to keep their surroundings clean. Yet, garbage continues to be dumped on roads, in drains, streams, rivers, lakes, and other public places. This raises a fundamental question: If awareness alone were

A clean and healthy nation rests on the shoulders of thousands of sanitation workers who perform essential services every day, often under difficult and hazardous conditions. Their contribution to public health, cleanliness and the functioning of our cities and communities is invaluable. Ensuring their safety, welfare and dignity is therefore not merely a matter of social responsibility; it is an essential part of building an inclusive and humane society. Recognising this responsibility, the Cen

There was a time when parents were the centre of a family's world. Their presence gave a home its warmth, their words offered reassurance, and their sacrifices quietly shaped the lives of their children. They rarely spoke of what they gave up, nor did they keep an account of the years spent raising their children. Their love found expression in the smallest of thingsin waiting for a child to return home, saving the choicest portion of a meal, staying awake through a feverish night, or offering c

The morning train from Katra reaches Srinagar a little after eleven. On the platform at Nowgam last week I watched a grandmother from Kupwara step down from it, having crossed the Chenab on a bridge higher than the Eiffel Tower, sitting, with a cup of tea, in three hours. For most of my life I took the train to Srinagar was a sentence nobody in the Valley could say. The line was sanctioned in 1994. Every government since owned a piece of it. This one finished it. On 7 October 2001, in Gandhinaga

Srinagar: The Department of Psychiatry at Noora Hospital, HMT, Srinagar, celebrated World Mental Health Day under the leadership of Dr Imtiaz Hussain Mansur, Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead, Psychiatry, with the participation of consultants, doctors and hospital staff. The programme highlighted the importance of mental health awareness, early intervention and professional support, with patients and school students sharing their lived experiences to underline the need for empathy, understand

Srinagar, Oct 10: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Womens Wing President and Habba Kadal MLA Advocate Shameema Firdous on Saturday distributed financial assistance worth 13.70 lakh among 15 families affected by fire incidents in Watalkadal, Safakadal, and Mallah Pora, Chinkral Mohalla, Habba Kadal. In Watalkadal, she provided 1 lakh each to 12 families whose residential houses were gutted in a fire last month. She also distributed a total of 1.70 lakh among three fire-affected families in M

Jammu, Oct 10: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FS&CA), Information Technology (IT), Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, on Saturday laid foundation stones for five important infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening the rural connectivity, improving veterinary healthcare and addressing the developmental needs of local communities. The projects included construction of road connecting New Mattoo with Old Mattoo, road from Panjtoot to Thange

Kulgam, Oct 10: Education, Social Welfare, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, inaugurated Multipurpose Indoor Sports Hall at Government Degree College (GDC), Frisal. The occasion marked a significant milestone in the colleges efforts to promote sports, physical fitness and the holistic development of students with the facility coming up at the estimated cost of Rs.1.94 crore. The ceremony was attended by MLA Devsar Peerzada Feroze Ahmad Shah, Secretary in Higher Education D

Srinagar, Oct 10: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah on Saturday said good governance and effective administration require a strong, active and empowered opposition to highlight public grievances,represent people's aspirations and hold the government accountable. He said the role of the opposition in a democracy was not confined to criticism but also included reviewing governmentpolicies, safeguarding constitutional values and ensuring that public concerns receive

Srinagar, Oct 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board has decided to constitute a core committee of religious scholars to finalise common themes for Friday sermons across mosques, shrines and other religious institutions under its administration, aiming to promote coordinated religious messaging and address pressing social issues. In a statement, the decision was taken during a meeting of Muftis, Imams, Khateebs and other religious scholars chaired by Waqf BoardChairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrab

Srinagar, Oct 10: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Baramulla Gurinderpal Singh on Saturday credited public cooperation for the successful detection of theft cases in Pattan and Kreeri, resulting in the recovery of stolen properties. Addressing a press conference in Pattan, the SSP said the cooperation of local residents played a crucial role in the investigation, with people providing CCTV footage, assisting in recording statements and sharing information that helped police develop leads i

Srinagar, Oct 10: Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K, continues its special inspection, enforcement and awareness drive targeting street food vendors operating in busy markets and high-footfall areas across all the districts to ensure the availability of safe, hygienic and wholesome food to consumers. In a statement, the department said, during the drive, 106 inspections were conducted, 18 cases were compounded and fines amounting to 20,000 were imposed. Further, six cases were recommended

Srinagar, October 10 : The Department of Floriculture, Gardens and Parks in Jammu and Kashmir has generated a cumulative revenue of 62.76 crore over five reporting periods, from 202122 to November 2025, through entry tickets, permissions for videography and video shooting, and the sale of plant material, according to official figures. The department recorded revenue of 6.70 crore in 202122, 13.46 crore in 202223, 14.35 crore in 202324 and 23.71 crore in 202425. During the current financial year,

Doda, Oct 10: Rajmash (Rajma) farming has turned into a significant source of livelihood in the hilly belts of Doda district. Remunerative market prices have driven a sharp rise in enthusiasm among growers this season. In the region, the crop is more commonly known as Rajmash rather than Rajma, the term used across most of the country. This local usage has stuck and now appears in the GI tag itself, registered as Bhaderwah Rajmash. In higher-altitude areas such as Dhandal and Gurmul, the crop ha

Srinagar, Oct 10 : Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Saturday criticised the heavy deployment of security forces in the national capital, alleging that citizens were being prevented from reaching Jantar Mantar. In a video posted on X, Aga Ruhullah said, Heavy security forces in the heart of India's capital to stop citizens reaching Jantar Mantar. This does not speak well of a democracy. Heavy security forces in the heart of India's capital to stop citizens reaching Jantar Mantar. This does

Srinagar, Oct 10: In a significant initiative aimed at strengthening digital design capabilities in the handicraft and handloom sector, the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT), Srinagar, under the aegis of the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, has developed an indigenous design software named DesignNweave. In a statement, the department said that the software has been developed after more than four years of dedicated research and developmen

New Delhi , Oct 10 : Stressing that the Opposition is not going to back down amid protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday, challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to arrest all the protesters, asserting that they will continue their fight to defend the Constitution and protect the voice of the Indian people. He also expressed solidarity with the protesting youth and urged them to continue their demonstration

NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a future-ready education system that prepares children for life beyond examinations, equipping them with critical thinking, digital literacy, adaptability and a strong sense of responsibility. The Chief Minister was addressing the School Leader of the Year 2026 Summit & Awards in New Delhi, which brought together leading educators, school principals and institutional heads to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership in K

New Delhi, October 10 : Delhi Police on Saturday tightened security across the national capital ahead of a protest call by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the INDIA bloc at Jantar Mantar. Police have conducted flag marches, intensified vehicle checks at border points and deployed personnel at key entry and exit routes. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has also closed entry and exit gates at several metro stations ahead of the protest. According to an official communication, Delhi Poli

New Delhi , October 10 : Pink Force of the Delhi Police has been deployed for security, ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest on Saturday. They are being deployed in the wake of the recent incidents of misbehaviour with women Police personnel. Meanwhile, the Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel carried out a flag march from Mandi House Circle. Security has tightened at the IGI Airport, Terminal 3 ahead of CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke's arrival for the Jantar Mantar 2.0 protest. Earlier

Mumbai , October 10 : Ahead of the Jantar Mantar 2.0 protest scheduled in New Delhi on Saturday, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke, while departing from Mumbai to Delhi, said he was ready to go to jail and would continue his fight over the alleged deletion of votes, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke said threats of imprisonment would not deter him from continuing the fight, adding that he was prepared to go to jail. Speaking to ANI, D

Ganderbal, Oct 8: The All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Poultry, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), organised a training-cum-distribution programme under the Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST), also known as the Tribal Sub Plan, at Diginibal, Ganderbal. The programme was attended by 40 tribal farmers, mostly women. Each beneficiary received 10 improved-variety chicks along with poultry feed to support backya

Awantipora, Oct 9: The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), convened its 4th Board of Studies (BoS) meeting on October 7. The meeting was held to review and deliberate upon the academic curricula of the undergraduate programmes in Mechanical Engineering and Robotics and Automation. The meeting was chaired by Prof. Faroze Ahmad, Dean, School of Engineering and Technology, IUST. The Board comprised distinguished external experts from academia

Srinagar, Oct 9: India Post is celebrating National Postal Week from October 9 to 15, commencing with World Post Day, which commemorates the establishment of the Universal Postal Union in 1874. Addressing the media at Srinagar GPO Complex, Chief Postmaster General, J&K Circle, Sagar Hanuman Singh, extended greetings to people of J&K and Ladakh and reaffirmed its commitment to reliable, technology-driven postal, banking, insurance, parcel and citizen-centric services. Singh said India Posts ext

Srinagar, Oct 9: In a significant achievement reflecting its growing research excellence, 20 scientists from the University of Kashmir (KU) have featured in the prestigious Stanford University Rankings 2026, marking a notable milestone for the University. KUs representation is among the highest and the largest among universities in the J&K UT underscoring its growing contribution to global research. The list also features women faculty members and researchers highlighting the Universitys expan

Ganderbal, Oct 9: Department of Communication and Journalism (DCJ), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) on Friday organised a special lecture on AI for the Newsroom: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in the Newsroom at Tulmulla Campus here. The lecture was organised as part of the weekly Research Round Table, which gives scholars and students an opportunity to interact with media scholars and practitioners across India. Jatin Gandhi, noted Journalist and Journalism Trainer from New Delhi

Srinagar, Oct 08: From the traditional Kashmiri apple to an innovative cup of Kehwa, a faculty member at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) is working to give the regions local produce a new identity through food innovation, value addition and entrepreneurship. Dr Saima Paul, a professor in the Community Science Division and a Home Scientist, has been working on transforming locally available agricultural resources into convenient, marketable

Srinagar, Oct 09: With Srinagar facing persistent traffic congestion, the Traffic Police, Kashmir, have stressed the need for infrastructure expansion, more parking spaces and greater adherence to traffic rules to ease pressure on the city's road network. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Traffic, Kashmir, Haseeb-ur-Rehman said the regular movement of people from different district headquarters to Srinagar was contributing to the high traffic volume in the city. However, on Fridays, the traffic mov

Srinagar, Oct 09: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, Sujit Kumar Singh on Friday distributed commendation certificates, appreciation letters and rewards to police personnel of District Budgam in recognition of their exemplary work and contribution towards effective policing. The event was held in the presence of DIG Central Kashmir Range Rajiv Pandey. The recipients included SSP Budgam Hariprasad KK, SDPO Magam Ashrif Lissery, SHO Police Station Beerwah Mudassir Nassar, SHO Police Stati

Srinagar, Oct 09: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday ordered a major reshuffle in the Police Department, transferring and posting 100 Indian Police Service (IPS) and Jammu and Kashmir Police Service (JKPS) officers across the Union Territory with immediate effect. According to Government Order No. 499-Home of 2026, issued by the Home Department, the transfers have been made in the interest of administration and cover several senior positions, including Inspectors General of Police (IGPs)

Srinagar, Oct 09: German piano meditation expert Jannik Boger is set to bring his music-based approach to emotional wellbeing to Kashmir early next year, using improvised melodies to help people explore stress, fear and sadness. Boger, founder of Flow Academy in Germany, believes music can create space for emotional expression and reflection, offering people an opportunity to pause amid the constant flow of thoughts and reconnect with their feelings. When I play, I dont exactly have the idea wha

Srinagar, Oct 09: National Medical Commission (NMC) has introduced guidelines regulating advertisements and public communication by hospitals, medical institutions and registered medical practitioners, prohibiting misleading treatment claims, patient testimonials for professional promotion,and promotional campaigns designed to generate unnecessary medical demand. The guidelines seek to protect patients from false medical claims, safeguard patient privacy, prevent the commercialisation of healthc

Srinagar, Oct 09: As chemical pesticides remain part of crop protection in Kashmirs apple-growing belt, an important environmental health question remains unanswered: are women who work in or live near orchards exposed to pesticides that can be detected in their breast milk? Research conducted in other parts of India has found pesticide residues in breast-milk samples collected from nursing mothers. However, comparable published evidence establishing the presence and concentrations of such resid

Srinagar, Oct 09: A systematic review of research on civilians in Kashmir has found that between 15.9 and 24.5 per cent of adults in community-based studies experienced post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or probable PTSD. As October 10 is observed as World Mental Health Day, the figures paint grim picture of Kashmirs mental health graph. Published in Frontiers in Psychiatry on September 15, 2026, the review examined 16 quantitative studies published between 2006 and 2025, bringing together ev

Jammu, Oct 09: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday called upon industry leaders to explore Jammu and Kashmir as an emerging destination for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), emphasising that the government is committed to creating a competitive, business-friendly ecosystem that attracts investment, fosters innovation and generates meaningful employment. We have to make Jammu and Kashmir a place that is competitive, a place that is attractive to do business, a place where you can make money, a

Winter has never been merely a season in Jammu and Kashmir. It is a landscape of possibility. Snow-covered mountains, frozen streams, traditional food, handicrafts and the promise of adventure can attract visitors from across the country and beyond. Yet winter tourism must be approached as more than a campaign of attractive images and promotional slogans. It requires careful planning, reliable infrastructure and a clear commitment to the safety and dignity of both visitors and local communities.