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Srinagar, Oct 4: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K on Sunday has filed two separate chargesheets against a Kupwara-based man in connection with cases involving alleged cheating, impersonation, forgery and fraudulent collection of money from job aspirants. According to a statement issued by the EOW Kashmir, the chargesheets were filed before the Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Srinagar, against Abdul Majeed Mir , son of Abdul Rahim Mir, a resident of K

Anantnag, Oct 3: Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Anantnag, Vikas Ahlawat, on Saturday chaired a meeting of District Road Safety Committee to review the status of road safety measures being implemented across the district and assess the progress made by various concerned agencies towards reducing road accidents. The meeting also reviewed the status of compensation and relief being provided to road accident victims and their families, besides deliberating upon preventive and e

Srinagar, Oct 3: The Department of Students Welfare (DSW), University of Kashmir, organised a series of programmes to commemorate Gandhi Jayanti 2026, celebrating the life, ideals and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi through art, creativity, dialogue and social responsibility. The programme was presided over by Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir, Prof. Nilofer Khan, as the Chief Guest, while Registrar Prof. Naseer Iqbal and Controller of Examinations Prof. Majid Zaman Baba were the Guests of Honour

Srinagar, Oct 3: Kashmir Medical College and Hospital (KMCH), Sempora, on Saturday observed World Rabies Day with an awareness and academic programme organised by its Department of Community Medicine, highlighting the importance of timely prevention, vaccination and treatment of rabies. The programme was held under the supervision and guidance of Managing Director KMCH, Tausif Ahmad, and Executive Director, Insha Qazi. Principal, KMC, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Khan, Medical Superintendent Dr Syed Mubas

Srinagar, Oct 3: The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, in association with Dhaatu MitraThe Metallurgy Club, organised an expert talk on Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications. The session was delivered by Dr. R. T. Durai Prabhakaran, Professor and Dean (Research & Consultancy), IIT Jammu, who has dual affiliation with the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Materials & Metallurgic

Kathmandu [Nepal], September 27 : At least 10 people have gone missing after an avalanche struck the base camp of Himlung Himal in western Nepal, bordering Tibet, expedition organisers confirmed on Sunday. Expedition organiser Mingma Gyalje Sherpa confirmed that two of his kitchen staff were among those missing after the avalanche. The avalanche hit on Sunday morning, he said. According to Sherpa, expedition teams and rope-fixing teams had evacuated the mountain slopes following a weather warnin

Nepal , September 27 (ANI): Relentless rainfall since Thursday has killed at least 14 people all across Nepal, with inundation, flooding and landslides reported from all across the nation, prompting alerts and warnings. On Sunday morning, authorities issued a warning for all the residents living along the Narayani River in Central Nepal after it crossed the warning level of 9 meters and entered the settlements. Highways leading to Chitwan, which serves as the juncture to travel across the nation

Srinagar, Sep 27 : Gulmarg will host the sixth national-level golf tournament this year as part of the Department of Tourisms efforts to promote golf tourism and diversify Kashmirs tourism offerings, Director Tourism Kashmir Syed Qamar Sajjad said on World Tourism Day. Speaking on the occasion, Director Tourism Kashmir Syed Qamar Sajjad, as per the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), said the tournament will be fully sponsored by the Department of Tourism and included in its annual calendar.

PULWAMA: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), J&K, has sealed a packaged drinking water unit at the Industrial Growth Centre (IGC) Lassipora in Pulwama after finding it operating without a valid FSSAI licence for processing and packaging drinking water. Officials from the Food Safety department told rising kashmir that the action was taken following a specific complaint against M/s Swat Industries, which was processing and marketing packaged drinking water under the brand name ICY Wave. Durin

In the hills and villages of Gund tehsil in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district, a government school is quietly attempting to change the way children learn moving beyond textbooks and classrooms to encourage experimentation, creativity and solutions to problems they encounter in everyday life. Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) Government Middle School Ramwari has been working towards creating a learning environment where academic education goes hand in hand with practical exposur

From expanding the academic menu to fixing the basics, higher education faces the challenge of making every new course count There is an interesting contradiction unfolding inside Jammu and Kashmirs government degree colleges. On paper, the higher education system appears to be expanding more subjects, more courses, new academic programmes and, this year, a significant rise in admissions. But inside some classrooms, the reality remains rather different. There are many examples of degree college

Srinagar, September 27 : The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir, Crime Branch J&K has arrested an accused person, Soom Nath Koul, Son of Kalash Nath Koul, Resident of 22-Lotus Tower, Bangalore North, Karnataka, presently residing at Janipur, Jammu, in compliance with the orders of the Honble Court of the Sub-Judge, Srinagar. A special team of this investigation agency was constituted to execute the orders passed by the Honble Court. The team, after sustained efforts and following due procedure

Srinagar, Sept 27: Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir Manoj Sinha on World Tourism Day extended a warm invitation to tourists from across the country and the world to visit Jammu & Kashmir. In a post on X, Sinha highlighted the regions natural beauty and warm hospitality, urging people to experience the unique charm of Jammu & Kashmir. On World Tourism Day, Jammu Kashmir, the crown of India, welcomes you all. It offers a breathtaking and timeless experience enriched with warm hospitality. I

Tehran, September 27 : Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Iran will remain resolute and not retreat in the face of the United States and Israel, as US President Donald Trump rejected Irans proposal for a seven-day ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Addressing people who had gathered at the airport to welcome him after his return from the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Pezeshkian said, We stand firm with strength, we are at the service of our people, we will

Budgam, Sep 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) organized an Export Awareness-cum-E-Commerce On-boarding Drive at Budgam as part of its scheduled activities for the year 202627. The workshop was conducted in collaboration with the District Administration Budgam, Handicrafts and Handloom Department, District Industries Centre, Budgam, Government e-Marketplace (GeM), Flipkart Samaratha and SBDU Mission Yuva. The event was attended by officers from various concerned depa

Srinagar, Sep 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) on Saturday released 'The Unseen Voice', a collection of English poems by noted writer, filmmaker and theatre personality Ali Emran, at a function held at the Academys seminar hall, Srinagar. The programme was attended by a distinguished gathering of artists, writers, poets, scholars, academicians and literary and cultural enthusiasts from across the valley. Muneer-ul Islam, Secretary, Department of Informat

Anantnag, Sep 26: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat on Saturday chaired the 35th meeting of Narcotics Coordination Committee (NCORD) at DC Office Complex, Anantnag, to review the measures being undertaken to combat drug abuse, strengthen enforcement, intensify awareness and ensure effective rehabilitation support across the district. Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for sustained, coordinated and field-oriented action by all concerned

Srinagar, Sep 26: Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) and University of Kashmir on Saturday signed a MoU to jointly offer a two-year Diploma Programme in Traditional and Professional Calligraphy. The MoU was signed by Harvinder Kour, Secretary, JKAACL, and Prof. Naseer Iqbal, Registrar, University of Kashmir, in the presence of senior officials and academic functionaries of both institutions. The programme has been conceived to provide systematic training in tradit

Srinagar, Sep 26: The Alumni Back to Classroom (ABC) Programme was successfully conducted on Saturday at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, providing a platform for distinguished alumni to reconnect with their alma mater, interact with students and share their professional experiences, insights and memories. The programme was organised by Office of the Dean, Alumni & International Affairs, NIT Srinagar, under the leadership of Prof. M. A. Shah, Dean (Alumni & International Affairs

Srinagar, Sep 26: The Jammu and Kashmir government has stepped up funding for the development and upgradation of sports infrastructure across the Union Territory, with a focus on strengthening facilities at the district level and providing better opportunities for budding sportspersons. Under the UT Capex budget, Rs 17.81 crore was allocated to districts across Jammu and Kashmir during 2025-26, of which Rs 11.16 crore had been utilised, according to official data. According to official data, t

Srinagar, Sep 26: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has disclosed 23 cases of unfair means in examinations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) over the past five years, while three major recruitment examinations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) in March 2022 were cancelled following reports of alleged malpractices. The disclosures were made in a detailed written reply to a question tabled by National Conference MLA Tariq Hameed K

Srinagar, Sep 26: The first phase of the Kashmir Ring Road is being pushed towards completion by the end of December, with the administration undertaking a fresh assessment of pending issues to ensure that the 46-kilometre stretch becomes operational without further delay. Speaking to reporters, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg said the first phase, extending from Galandar in Pulwama district to Narbal, is being monitored jointly by the administration, NHAI, traffic authorities and en

Srinagar, Sep 26: Continuing their sustained crackdown against drug trafficking, terror-related activities and their financial networks, Srinagar Police have taken legal action against four immovable properties collectively valued at approximately 7.11 crore under the provisions of the NDPS Act and UA(P) Act. Police Station Zakura attached a residential house along with land at Bilal Colony, Zakura, valued at approximately 2.5 crore, belonging to Owais Ahmad Rather, son of Gh. Mohd Rather, in co

Srinagar, Sep 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday lauded the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) for restoring sight to 220 patients in an underground operation theatre in a challenging border area in Tangdhar, Karnah under 'Operation Drishti'. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said: Kudos to surgeons & personnel of Armed Forces Medical Services for successfully conducting Mega Eye Surgical Camp under Operation Drishti at Tangdhar, Karnah. Restoring sight to 220 people in unde

New Delhi, Sep 26: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturdayaddressed the controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls,asserting that all major decisions, including the SIR order issued on June 24, 2025, for all States and Union Territories, were taken with the unanimous approval of the full Commission. The Commission also clarified that the letter to the Cabinet Secretary was ot related to any policy matter of the Commission or IT division but relate

Kashmirs wetlands are often noticed only when they become scenic backdrops, birdwatching destinations or the subject of an occasional official celebration. Yet these fragile water bodies are far more than picturesque remnants of a landscape people once knew better. They are among the Valleys most important natural systemsquietly storing floodwater, recharging groundwater, filtering pollution, supporting agriculture and sustaining a remarkable variety of birds, fish and plant life. Their decline

The controversy that erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly over the holiday marking Maharaja Hari Singhs birth anniversary is not really about a day off. It is about history, identity and the competing political memories of Jammu and the Kashmir Valley. On September 22, 2026, a National Conference MLA demanded restoration of public holidays on the birth and death anniversaries of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, December 5 and September 8 respectively. He went further: if these holidays

Parenting has never been an easy responsibility, but in todays fast-changing world, guiding children has become more demanding than ever. The child growing up in a Kashmiri home is exposed not only to the values of family and community, but also to an endless stream of information, opinions and influences through smartphones, social media and the internet. In such an environment, parental guidance is not a luxury. It is a necessity. Guidance, however, should not be confused with control. Parents

Srinagar, Sep 26: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and several other senior party leaders on Saturday warmly welcomed new members from the Zadibal and Eidgah constituencies into the party fold. According to a statement, several political and social leaders and activists from the Zadibal and Eidgah constituencies joined the Apni Party today at a special event held at the party headquarters in Srinagar. The new entrants included former Councillor Zadibal Sameena Jaan, Mohammad Iqba

Budgam, Sep 26: Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather on Saturday inaugurated development works on 2.4-km inner link roads at Tangnar Sheikhpura in Chadoora, executed at an estimated cost of Rs 25 lakh. The newly developed roads are aimed at improving local connectivity and easing movement for residents, students, farmers and other commuters. Speaking on the occasion, Rather stressed the need to strengthen basic infrastructure and road connectivity in rural are

Srinagar, September 26: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCC&I) has honoured its former president Sheikh Ashiq Ahmad with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his longstanding contribution to the business community of Jammu and Kashmir. The award was presented during the Chambers 92nd Annual General Meeting held at Taj Dal View, Kralsangri, Srinagar, on Saturday. The recognition acknowledges Sheikh Ashiqs years of association with KCC&I and his role in raising issues concerning trade, c

Kulgam, Sep 26: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, on Saturday visited Kulgam and laid the foundation stones for various developmental projects in Banimullah and adjoining areas. The projects, spanning road connectivity, education and healthcare sectors, were initiated in her presence. During the visit, the Minister also held a public outreach camp in the remote and far-flung areas of the district to assess the public grievances and strengthen th

Srinagar, Sep 26: Government Higher Secondary School Baduab in Tulail, Gurez, organised an educational and industrial exposure tour for Class 11 and 12 students to Bandipora, Ganderbal and Srinagar, giving students from the remote area first-hand exposure to universities, laboratories, healthcare facilities and a hydropower project. The multi-day tour included visits to Government Unani Medical College and Associated Hospital, Ganderbal; University of Kashmir; Kishanganga Hydroelectric Power Pro

RK News Service / New Delhi, Sep 26: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Saturday and discussed a range of issues concerning the Union Territory. During the meeting, Sharma raised matters related to the security situation, law and order, development initiatives, public concerns and the ongoing session of the J&K Legislative Assembly. He also raised the issue of enhancement of salaries of Special Police

Srinagar, Sept 26: The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued the roster of ministers and administrative secretaries who will remain available at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, during October 2026. As per government order no. 1574-JK(GAD) of 2026, issued by the General Administration Department on September 25, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports and ARI & Trainings Satish Sharma will remain avai

Ganderbal, September 26: J&K Waqf Board Chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi on Saturday said the renovated Rayil Ziyarat Sharief at Gund in Ganderbal district has been developed from scratch, describing its transformation as part of the Boards wider effort to upgrade shrines and make them more welcoming for devotees. Speaking to reporters after formally inaugurating the shrine, Andrabi said the condition of the shrine when the Waqf Board first visited the site had prompted the Board to undert

Srinagar: A forest fire broke out in the Nishat area of Srinagar, prompting a firefighting squad from the Shankaracharya Park (S-Park) Range, Urban Forestry Division, Srinagar, to rush to the spot and bring the blaze under control. However, visuals from the scene have raised concerns over the safety of the personnel engaged in the firefighting operation. The staff were seen attempting to control the flames using tree branches and bushes, with the visuals apparently showing no helmets, protective

Ganderbal, Sep 26: A specialised ENT surgical service has been restored at Sub-District Hospital Kangan after nearly nine years, with doctors successfully carrying out an endoscopic septoplasty at the hospital of 18 Year old. The procedure was performed by ENT Specialist Dr Asif Mahajan, with the successful intervention marking the return of ENT surgeries to the hospitals operation theatre. The development is significant for patients from Kangan and surrounding areas, who have had limited access

Srinagar, Sep 26:More than five years after Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) advertised the posts of Photographer in the Culture Department, candidates are still waiting for the final selection list despite appearing in subject-specific written examinations and completing document verification. The posts were advertised under Advertisement Notification No. 04 of 2020, dated December 16, 2020, under Item Nos. 58 and 59. The recruitment process, however, underwent a change in exa

Srinagar, Sept 26: The proposed amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Development (Subordinate) Service Recruitment Rules are yet to be finalised, with the revised draft currently under examination by the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj following observations raised by the Standing Committee. The status was disclosed by the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister in the J&K Legislative Assembly in response to a question raised by MLA Shafi Ahmad Wani. The Minister sa

Srinagar, Sept 26: As many as 1,469 schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) have been physically completed across Jammu and Kashmir, of which 1,379 have been made operational, the J&K Jal Shakti Department has informed the Legislative Assembly. The departments response to an unstarred question raised by MLA Sunil Kumar Sharma stated that the remaining 90 schemes are yet to become operational, mainly due to minor connection and commissioning works. Some schemes have also been affected by dama

Srinagar, Sept 26: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi said the latest statehood resolution moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reflects the National Conferences continued lack of political will and its history of reducing larger political questions to limited resolutions. The same pattern continues today. The NC promised restoration of Article 370, 35A, statehood and implementation of the 2000 Autonomy Resolution before the 2024 elections. After forming the government, h

Jammu, Sep 26: BJP Rajya Sabha MP Er. Gulam Ali Khatana on Saturday visited Sunjwan as part of the Jan Se Desh Seva programme and interacted with children, students, teachers, Anganwadi workers and local women. During his visit to the Anganwadi Centre at Chatta Morh, Khatana reviewed the facilities available for children and interacted with Anganwadi workers and women. He also tasted the nutritional food served at the centre and appreciated the workers efforts in child nutrition and early childh

Srinagar, Sep 16: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday clarified that recent remarks by its Bandipora district president Syed Sajad Hussain on the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the partys official position. PDP General Secretary (Organisation) Advocate Ghulam Nabi Lone Hanjura said Hussain was not an authorised spokesperson of the party and that his comments on the TET issue should not be attributed to the organisation. Hanjura s

Srinagar, Sep 26: PDP spokesperson and Chanapora constituency in-charge Mohammad Iqbal Tramboo and senior party leader and Habba Kadal constituency in-charge Arif Laigaroo joined the ongoing protest by J&K vocational trainers in Srinagar on Saturday and expressed support for their demands. The three-day protest, organised by the J&K Vocational Trainers Welfare Association (JKVTWA), began on September 24 and concluded on September 26. The trainers are seeking a comprehensive job policy, continuit

Pulwama, Sep 26 : A 40-year-old man died after suffering an electric shock at his home in the Keegam area of Pulwama district on Saturday. An official told the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the man suffered an electric shock at his home in Keegam, Pulwama. He said the man was shifted to District Hospital (DH) Pulwama in an unconscious state, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. He was identified as Showkat Ahmad Rather (40), son of Bashir Ahmad Rather, a resident of Keegam.

Kulgam, Sep 26 (KNO): A 45-year-old man was injured after being attacked by a bear in the Chimmer area of Kulgam district on Saturday afternoon. An official told the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the man was attacked by a bear in Chimmer area of Kulgam. He said the man was shifted to a hospital soon after the incident and was later identified as Mohammad Rasheed Khatana (45), son of Mohammad Ismail Khatana, a resident of Chimmer. Meanwhile, details regarding the incident are being

New York , September 26 : Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian left New York for Tehran after attending and addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly, Press TV reported. During his visit, Pezeshkian also held separate meetings with the leaders of Switzerland, Iraq, Bangladesh, Norway, Armenia, the Netherlands, Lebanon and Pakistan, as well as the President of the European Council and the UN Secretary-General. Earlier, speaking to CBS News, Pezeshkian said there was an atmosphere of dist

New York , September 26 : Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday (local time) said the timeline for Tehrans proposed seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would begin once the United States accepts the proposal, as reported by Al Jazeera. If they accept this plan tomorrow, the seven days will start from tomorrow, Araghchi said, adding that Washington would need to take certain actions under the plan, which he said could be completed within four to five days. He said the requir