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Srinagar, Oct 22: Seventy-three foreign athletes from 12 countries are set to participate in the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon on October 25, as Jammu and Kashmir seeks to strengthen its international profile as a sports tourism destination, with the Tourism Department expecting the total participation to cross 2,000. Director Tourism Kashmir Syed Qamar []

3.5 lakh plants planted: Director Floriculture Srinagar, Oct 22: Seeking to extend Kashmirs tourism appeal beyond the spring tulip season, the Floriculture Department has developed the Chrysanthemum Garden as a major autumn attraction, with around 3.5 lakh plants planted this year and flowering expected to continue until December 5 or 6. Director Floriculture, Gardens and []

Directs nodal officers to coordinate snow clearance across agencies Calls for timely communication to consumers on power disruptions Orders adequate stocking of essentials in snowbound areas Srinagar, Oct 21: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review winter preparedness across Jammu and Kashmir, directing all concerned departments and agencies to ensure []

The Earth does not need our praise as much as it needs our protection. Mountains do not become safer through photographs, rivers do not become cleaner through speeches, and forests do not survive through promises alone. Meaningful change begins when concern becomes responsibility and responsibility becomes action. The question is not simply what kind of []

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Police will track down those supporting terrorism and ensure they face the full force of law, Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat warned on Wednesday, asserting that the days of terror supporters are numbered. Addressing a gathering on Police Commemoration Day 2026, DGP Prabhat, vowed to completely uproot terrorism and []

NEW DELHI:US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will begin his three-day visit to India on Tuesday to advance bilateral ties in energy, trade and investment, defence, critical technologies, and exchange views on the West Asia crisis. Rubios second India visit this year comes amid persistent friction in bilateral ties. During his earlier trip in May, []

SRINAGAR: Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), J&K, Athar Aamir Ul Shafi, on Monday conducted an extensive visit to SKIMS Medical College & Hospital, Bemina, Srinagar, to review healthcare delivery systems and ongoing developmental infrastructure projects. A comprehensive review meeting was convened with hospital administration and the discussions centered primarily on strengthening Maternal and Child []

SRINAGAR: The Department of Civil Engineering and Department of Mathematics at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Monday jointly organised a guest lecture on Advances in Computational Fluid Dynamics: From Mesoscale Modelling to Real-World Engineering Applications . The lecture was delivered by Prof. Dhiraj V. Patil, Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical, []

BANDIPORA: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Bandipora-1, SKUAST-Kashmir, conducted its fourth farmer training programme on Makhana cultivation under the Central Sector Scheme on Development of Makhana, in collaboration with the Department of Rakhs and Farms, Kashmir. The programme focused on cultivation practices, crop management and the commercial potential of Makhana as an alternative income-generating enterprise in []

Srinagar, Oct 19: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday said the attacks on Jammu and Kashmir-registered buses in the neighbouring states can worsen the situation and should be stopped immediately. Regarding the attack carried out on buses in Haryana, Omar (Abdullah) sahib has told the Chief Minister of Haryana that immediate action should be []

Anti-trafficking conference in Sgr calls for better coordination, cyber capacity Srinagar, Oct 19: Crime Branch Jammu and Kashmir on Monday convened a Union Territory-level conference on Anti-Human Trafficking at Tagore Hall, Srinagar, with IGP Crime Sarah Rizvi directing a comprehensive, coordinated and victim-centric response to trafficking and flagging cyber-enabled exploitation and cyber slavery as emerging []

Say timely intervention during golden hour often determines survival Call for trained staff, efficient referral systems to reduce preventable deaths Srinagar, Oct 19: Strengthening emergency medical services and upgrading trauma care facilities at district and sub-district hospitals across Jammu and Kashmir could significantly reduce preventable deaths and disabilities, medical experts have said, stressing that timely []

Srinagar, Oct 19: Srinagar International Airport has withdrawn restrictions limiting operations to 8 am to 5 pm, paving the way for flights beyond 5 pm, subject to operational requirements, ahead of the winter schedule beginning October 25. An official said that the restrictions on airport operational hours have been withdrawn, allowing flight operations to be []

SRINAGAR: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has asked Union Home Minister Amit Shah for dedicated funding for Prasar Bharti Jammu and Kashmir and special schemes under the Culture Ministry to support the creative fraternity in the Union Territory. In a letter to Shah earlier this month, Mehbooba said artists, musicians, writers, theatre practitioners, and filmmakers are []

Srinagar: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognizance of a viral video allegedly showing senior IAS officer Kumar Rajeev Ranjan verbally abusing, humiliating and threatening a junior woman officer during an official review meeting. The NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, has written to the Chief Secretary, Jammu & Kashmir, seeking verification of []

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered an inquiry into the alleged misconduct by an IAS officer with a JKAS officer that was reported in print and electronic media and went viral on social media. As per Government Order, a copy of which lies with, sanction has been accorded to the appointment of []

Srinagar: The Meteorological Department has predicted generally dry weather across Jammu and Kashmir till October 24, with a brief spell of rain likely at a few places on Friday. An official of MeT said that as per the forecast, October 16 will remain generally dry with brief spell of rain at a few places, while []

Kishtwar: The Special Police Officer (SPO) who had gone missing along with his service rifle in Kishtwar district has been found dead, officials said. The SPO has been identified as Bashir Ahmed, son of Musa Dhar, resident of Wanipora Trigam, presently posted at Pedil post. A top Police officer said that his body was found []

VIJAYAWADA (ANDHRA PRADESH): President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said the country could achieve self-reliance before 2047, expressing confidence in the growing economic empowerment of rural women through SHGs. Addressing the National SARAS Mela, 2026 at Punnami Ghat here, she said the event had traditionally been held in Delhi and was being organised in the southern []

Srinagar: Ladakhs traditional Pashmina, handwoven textiles and indigenous handicrafts are being showcased at Lakme Fashion Week in New Delhi, with designers from the region set to present their collections on October 18. In a statement, a spokesperson said a dedicated stall featuring Pashmina shawls, traditional textiles, intricate embroidery and other indigenous handicrafts has been set []

Congratulates GMC Srinagar on Advancing Internal Medicine Conference Srinagar, Oct 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday congratulated Government Medical College, Srinagar for organising a conference on Advancing Internal Medicine: From Evidence to Excellence in Clinical Practice. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor underscored the critical role of internal medicine in delivering holistic and patient-centric []

Today, when I look around, I cannot help feeling that something fundamental has changed. In many mosques, worshippers remain absent during the sermon only to arrive in large numbers just before the prayer begins. Some appear to calculate their arrival according to the expected time of Salah rather than the beginning of the Khutbah. There []

Srinagar: Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Wednesday ordered change in school timings in the Kashmir Division with effect from October 15, 2026. As per Order, the new timing for schools falling within Municipal limits of Srinagar has been fixed from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. For schools falling outside Municipal limits of Srinagar []

Scholars free to decide topics: Dr Andrabi Srinagar, Oct 13: Amid a growing row over proposed common themes for Friday sermons, Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi on Tuesday asserted that no order had been issued making uniform sermons mandatory, saying religious scholars were free to decide what to preach and []

Shafali Verma claims womens honour after Asia Cup, Asian Games heroics Gills 223 off 133 balls quickest double-century ever powers award win DUBAI: India captain Shubman Gill was on Tuesday named ICC mens Player of the Month for a record fifth time following his outstanding performance in the ODI series against the West []

Ganderbal: A father-son duo has been taken into custody after a joint search operation led to the recovery of 577 grams of a charas-like substance, rifles and other material from their residence in the Bunpora Tulmulla area of Ganderbal district on Tuesday, officials said. An official said that the search was conducted by police, CRPF []

Rahul, Kharge, others file petition in SC alleging irregularities in SIR NEW LHI: Ye law and order ka muddahai. Ye meravishaynahinhai. (This is a matter of law and order; it doesnt pertain to my domain), Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Monday, when asked about the situation in view of the protests []

RIYADH: Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by Yemens Houthi militia toward Khamis Mushayt in the Kingdoms southwest early Monday, as the Arab Coalition supporting Yemens government said it was tracking threats from drones and cruise missiles targeting the Kingdom. The coalition said it had detected the threats and was working []

Bandipora, Ganderbal advance to final after high-intensity knockout battles BARAMULLA: Bandipora and Ganderbal have qualified for the grand finale of the ongoing UT-Level Inter-District Football Competition for Under-17 Boys after an action-packed fourth day featuring fiercely contested quarter-final and semi-final encounters at different venues across Baramulla. The championship is being organised by the Directorate of []

Visits Bab-e-Salam, Bab-e-Noor, Bab-e-Zahra Calligraphy Gate, Ahmed Shah Macham Astan SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Chief Spokesperson and MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq on Monday conducted an extensive tour of Sher-e-Khaas and various areas of his constituency to review ongoing development works, assess public infrastructure, and address issues raised by local residents. During []

SRINAGAR: Dr. Basharat Qayoom on Monday assumed charge as Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), and Chief Executive Officer, Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL), with a focus on strengthening civic services and making urban governance more responsive to the needs and aspirations of Srinagars citizens. Dr. Basharat Qayoom succeeds Faz Lul Haseeb. A brief function was []

SRINAGAR: Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and MLA Charar-i-Sharief, Abdul Rahim Rather on Monday convened a review meeting to take stock of progress of development works being executed in Charar-i-Sharief constituency under various schemes by the Public Works Department (R&B) and the Rural Development Department (RDD). During the meeting, the Speaker reviewed the scheme-wise []

SRINAGAR: Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, chaired the 31st meeting of Board of Directors of the Jammu & Kashmir Womens Development Corporation (JKWDC) Limited at SKICC on Monday. The meeting was attended by Secretary, Social Welfare Dr. Doifode Sagar Dattatray; Managing Director JKWDC, Purnima Mittal representatives of Planning & []

Condolence meeting held at NC headquarters SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have expressed profound grief over the demise of senior party leader, former Cabinet Minister and political advisor to the NC President, Shri Harbans Singh.The two leaders extended their heartfelt condolences []

BUDGAM: Jatin Kishore on Monday assumed charge as the Deputy Commissioner, Budgam, during a formal handover ceremony held in the office chamber of the Deputy Commissioner. He took over from Athar Aamir Khan, who was serving as Deputy Commissioner, Budgam. The charge-taking ceremony was attended by senior officers of the district administration, including ADC Budgam []

NEW DELHI: Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has invited INDIA bloc MPs for a high tea at his residence on Tuesday, sources said. They said a discussion on the strategy for joint protests against vote chori (vote theft) and to press for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation is expected []

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Poonch: At least four militants including a top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander were killed in a landmine blast while attempting to infiltrate along the Line of Control in Poonch district. Official sources said that the group of terrorists was trying to sneak into this side in Nangi Takri area of Krishna Ghati (KG) Sector late this afternoon []

Srinagar: Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Monday said the biggest allegation of vote theft in India lies on Omar Abdullahs family. Talking to reporters,Sharma said the Abdullah family is facing the biggest allegation of vote theft in the country. If allegation of vote chori is to be put on someone, it is on []