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Srinagar, Nov 5 : Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir has appealed to the youth to play a constructive role in society and extend their support to the police in combating the growing menace of drug abuse. Sharing details of the action taken against drug trafficking and narcotics-related activities, the IGP said that police have registered 1,601 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act this year, leading to the arrest of 1,941 persons. He said that security forc

Jammu, Nov 05: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level review meeting of the Prisons Department at the Lok Bhavan today to discuss ways to strengthen prison security and management protocols across Jammu Kashmir. The meeting was attended by DGP Nalin Prabhat; DGP, Prisons J&K, Shri Deepak Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Shri Chandraker Bharti; Special DG Coordination PHQ, Shri S.J.M.Gillani; ADG CID, Shri M. K. Sinha; Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor, S

Srinagar, Nov 5 : Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakeena Itoo on Thursday said AIIMS Awantipora in south Kashmir is expected to offer 100 MBBS seats soon, marking a significant step towards strengthening medical education and healthcare services in the Union Territory. Minister Itoo made the announcement after accompanying Union Health Minister J P Nadda during his visit to the institute in Pulwama district, where he reviewed its progress. Sakina Itoo said Nadda had indicated that 100 MBBS se

Srinagar, Nov 5: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Thursday forecast generally dry weather across Jammu and Kashmir till November 9, with fresh spells of rain and snowfall expected from November 10 onwards. According to the weather forecast, generally cloudy conditions with brief spells of light rain and light snowfall over higher reaches are likely at a few places towards late afternoon or evening on November 5. From November 6 to 9, the weather is expected to remain generally dry across th

Srinagar, Nov 03: The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised friendly cricket and football competitions as part of the concluding celebrations of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, transparency and ethical conduct among teaching faculty and non-teaching staff. In the cricket encounter, Non-Teaching Faculty registered a convincing nine-wicket victory over the Teaching Faculty team, successfully chasing a target of 165 runs in just 16 overs. Batt

Shuhama, Nov 4: The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) released a draft framework document titled Antimicrobial Stewardship Guidelines for Dairy Cattle in Kashmir as part of its observance of World One Health Day 2026 at the Faculty Outreach Centre, Shuhama. Organised by the Division of Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry (FVSc & AH), the programme was held under the global them

Srinagar, Nov 4: Commissioner Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Saurabh Bhagat, on Wednesday visited Directorate of FCS&CA Kashmir at Shaheed Gunj, here, and convened a review meeting with the Deputy Commissioners of Kashmir Division, Assistant Directors FCS&CA Kashmir and officers of NIC, UIDAI, FCI and JKRTC and Punjab National Bank. Nazim Zai Khan, Director FCS&CA Kashmir, Joint Director FCS&CA Kashmir, Financial Advisor FCS&CA Kashmir and Deputy Director FCS&CA Ka

Srinagar, Nov 04: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has quashed the preventive detention of a Pulwama resident booked under the Public Safety Act (PSA), observing that extraordinary powers of preventive detention cannot be used as a substitute for ordinary criminal proceedings or to bypass safeguards available under criminal law. The court directed the authorities to release Ajaz Ahmad Seh, a resident of Sehpora in Rajpora, Pulwama, forthwith, provided his custody is not required in

Srinagar, Nov 04: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the Union Territory government to formulate a comprehensive policy governing the operation of boats, motor boats, jet skis and shikaras in Dal Lake, while continuing its ban on all engine-powered boats to prevent further pollution of the water body. The Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Dr Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Yash Paul Bourney directed the government to submit a tentative but comprehensive policy b

Srinagar, Nov 04: In a major push to strengthen technology-enabled education in J&K, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Kashmir, has trained 50 Master Resource Persons (MRPs) to facilitate capacity-building programmes for 800 teachers across all 10 districts of the Kashmir division. The initiative is aimed at expanding the use of the Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing (DIKSHA) platform in schools, equipping teachers with digital skills and making classroom

Srinagar, Nov 04: What began as a fire in a cluster of makeshift shelters turned into a night of tragedy at Durbal Bemina, claiming two lives and reducing around 80 temporary structures to ashes during the intervening night of November 3 and 4, with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday announcing ex-gratia relief of 2 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased. The Chief Minister expressed profound grief over the incident and directed the concerned authorities to ensure immediate relief a

Winter in Kashmir is not an unexpected visitor. Its arrival is certain; the severity of each season may vary, but snow, freezing temperatures and disruptions to daily life are part of the regions annual reality. Yet preparedness too often appears to gather urgency only when the cold has set in, roads are blocked or essential services begin to falter. That cycle must end. A credible winter plan is more than a list of departmental instructions. It requires coordination, defined responsibilities an

Every November, conversations around men's health acquire renewed visibility, particularly through the global November movement and International Men's Day, observed on November 19. While physical health, preventive screenings and lifestyle-related concerns have traditionally dominated these conversations, there is another crisis that deserves equal, if not greater, attention: men's mental health. In India, where masculinity is often intertwined with ideas of strength, authority, financial respo

Srinagar, Nov 04: Political leaders across party lines on Wednesday expressed grief over the demise of senior National Conference leader and former Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) Sheikh Ghulam Qadir Pardesi, who passed away late Tuesday night after a brief illness. National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed profound sorrow over his death and extended condolences to the bereaved family, particularly his son and Lal Chowk

Srinagar, Nov 4: MLA Langate Sheikh Khursheed has accused rebel legislators of the National Conference (NC) of fighting for ministerial positions rather than raising issues concerning the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He also questioned the intentions behind their demand for statehood. Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Khursheed said the ongoing differences within the National Conference appeared to be driven by personal interests, particularly the demand for ministerial berths and positions. He said t

Jammu, Nov 04: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded an increase of 398.12 square kilometres in forest cover over a decade, with the total area rising from 20,948.27 sq km in 2013 to 21,346.39 sq km in 2023, according to figures shared during a review meeting chaired by Forest Minister Altaf Ahmad Wani. The meeting was attended by Sheetal Nanda, Commissioner Secretary, Forests, Ecology & Environment; Sarvesh Rai, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & Head of Forest Force, J&K; Dr. M.K. Kumar, Chief

Srinagar, Nov 4: The National Conference on Wednesday accused the BJP of executing its much-talked-about Operation Lotus in Kashmir, alleging that the party had succeeded in pushing Srinagar Lok Sabha MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi out of the NC. Breaking its silence over Ruhullahs resignation from the party and the Lok Sabha, senior NC leader and Hazratbal MLA Salman Sagar described his departure as a setback for the party, while alleging that it was part of a larger political design aimed at weake

Srinagar, Nov 4: To clear the extra rush of passengers during the festive season, Northern Railway will operate special unreserved trains between Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra on November 5 and 6. According to an official order issued by Northern Railway on November 4, two special trains, numbered 04690 and 04689, will operate between Srinagar (SINA) and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK), with two trips in each direction. The order, bearing reference number SCN-438 and number 63-TT

Budgam, Nov 04: Member Legislative Assembly (MLA) Budgam, Advocate Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi, chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of various developmental works being executed under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) across Budgam Constituency. During the meeting, the Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD), Budgam, briefed the MLA on the physical and financial achievements registered by the Rural Development Department (RDD) under the CDF, presenting a detailed blo

Two months back in September, authorities made the changes in the labour welfare scheme by raising the bar for who must be covered by retirement protection. The wage ceiling for mandatory coverage under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has been raised from INR 15,000 to INR 25,000 a month. The limit had not moved since 2014. The change is expected to bring over 51 lakh more employees into the system. Wages and living costs have constantly risen in the previous year due to global

Ganderbal, 2 November : With a view to maintaining environmental cleanliness, protecting the fragile ecosystem of Manasbal Lake and ensuring effective solid and liquid waste management, the Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority (WMDA) has issued strict directions to residents, shopkeepers, restaurant owners, commercial establishments, institutions and other stakeholders to comply with the prescribed waste management and sanitation guidelines within its jurisdiction. As per the public notice issu

Rajouri, Oct 30: A man died following a land dispute in Morha village of Kotranka Sub-Division in Rajouri district on Friday, officials said. Officials said that the dispute between two sides over a piece of land escalated, during which one person sustained critical injuries and later succumbed. Police have taken cognizance of the incident and further proceedings have been initiated. More details are awaited.(GNS)

Srinagar, Oct 29: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness brief spells of light rain, thunderstorms, hailstorms and gusty winds at scattered places from late Thursday night to Friday morning, with light snowfall expected over higher reaches, the Meteorological Centre Srinagar said. According to the weather forecast, another brief spell of light rain or thundershowers may occur at some places on Friday afternoon. The weather is expected to remain generally dry on October 31, while partly cloudy co

Srinagar, Oct 27: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Tuesday questioned PDP president Mehbooba Muftis praise of former prime ministers Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi on Accession Day, accusing her of overlooking decisions taken during their tenures that, he said, altered Jammu and Kashmirs political status. In a statement, Inam asked Mehbooba to explain her endorsement of the Congress leaders legacy, referring to the arrest of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah in 1953 during

New Delhi [India], October 27 (ANI): The Government of India will introduce a concessional annual pass for eligible non-commercial vehicle owners living within 20 km of National Highway fee plazas from November 1, 2026, allowing them to commute through designated toll plazas at a fixed annual fee of Rs 1,500 or Rs 3,000, depending on the location of the plaza. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said the initiative aims to make travel more economical for residents living near toll plazas

Srinagar, October 27: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, administered the Integrity Pledge to officers and officials at the Divisional Commissioners Office in Srinagar as part of the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026. The pledge-taking ceremony reaffirmed the administrations commitment to promoting integrity, transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in public service. Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Basharat Qayoom; Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay

Srinagar, Oct 27: The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) has extended its full support to the postgraduate (PG) residents of Government Medical College (GMC), Handwara, who are set to begin a peaceful protest on Wednesday, October 28, demanding a long-pending hike in their stipends. AIMSA stands firmly with the PG residents in their legitimate demand for fair and adequate stipends and urges the Jammu & Kashmir Government to address the issue without further delay. Dr Mohammad Momin K

Srinagar, October 27: The Special Crime Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a charge-sheet before the Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, against a Delhi-based investment programmes alleged director for allegedly cheating 12 Kashmir residents of 16.78 lakh through a purported foreign exchange (Forex) investment scheme. The accused, identified as Sunil Singh, son of Arjun Singh and a resident of Pratap Vihar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, has been charge-sheeted in connection with FI

Srinagar, Oct 27: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally dry weather conditions over the coming days, with no significant weather activity expected till November 6, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar. As per the latest forecast, weather is expected to remain generally dry on October 27 and 28. On October 29, a brief spell of light rain and light snowfall over higher reaches is possible at scattered to many places, particularly towards the late afternoon and evening. On Oct

Srinagar, Oct 27 : National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday appointed senior party leader and Eidgah MLA Mubarak Gul as the party's General Secretary, shortly after the former Assembly Speaker publicly expressed disappointment over his exclusion from the expanded Council of Ministers headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The development came within hours of four National Conference legislators taking oath as ministers at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar, bringing an end to weeks of sp

Srinagar, Oct 27 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired a high-level Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar to review the security situation across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army, CRPF, intelligence agencies and civil administration, including Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir. According to details available with the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), the meeting was held amid pre

Srinagar, Oct 27: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly inducted Ministers of the Jammu & Kashmir Council of Ministers at a swearing-in ceremony held at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday. The Chief Minister, Shri Omar Abdullah, was also present on the occasion. The Lieutenant Governor administered the oath to MLAs Shri Ali Mohammad Sagar, Shri Altaf Ahmad Wani, Ms Shamim Firdous, and Shri Saifullah Mir as Ministers. The ceremony was attended by Speake

Srinagar, Oct 27: Member of Parliament Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan congratulated Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and all members of the newly constituted Cabinet, expressing hope that the new team will fulfil the aspirations and expectations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. In his congratulatory message, Ramzan expressed confidence that the Cabinet would work with dedication, sincerity and a strong sense of responsibility to address public concerns and ease the hardships faced by the people. He emph

Srinagar, Oct 27: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday said the expansion of the Omar Abdullah-led Council of Ministers would strengthen governance, improve accountability and ensure more effective delivery of services to the people, while taking a swipe at the BJP over its criticism of the government. Speaking exclusively to Kashmir News Service (KNS) after the swearing-in ceremony at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar, Choudhary said the government had fulfilled its commit

Srinagar, Oct 27 : Congress MLA Irfan Hafiz Lone on Tuesday said fulfilling promises made to the people should be the governments priority, asserting that the focus should not be on who has been inducted into the Council of Ministers and who has been left disappointed. Speaking after the swearing-in of ministers, Lone, said it is natural for legislators to aspire to serve people in ministerial positions, but everyone could not be accommodated in the Cabinet. It is obvious that they expect to ser

Yes, most health insurance policies in India let you claim for emergency treatment at a non-network hospital. You pay the bill first and then file a reimbursement claim with your insurer, who pays you back as per the policy terms. In an emergency, nobody stops to check a list of network hospitals. You go to the closest one and focus on getting treatment. The good news is that your health policy is still there for you. You just need to know how the claim works, so the money side does not add to

Srinagar, Oct 27 : Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday administered the oath of office to four ministers in Chief Minister Omar Abdullah-led government, expanding the Council of Ministers nearly a year after the National Conference-led alliance came to power in the Union Territory. National Conference leaders Ali Mohammad Sagar, Shamima Firdous, Mir Saifullah and Altaf Kaloo were inducted into the Council of Ministers at the swearing-in ceremony attended by Chief Ministe

Srinagar, Oct 27 : The oath ceremony for the reshuffle in Chief Minister Omar Abdullah-led cabinet has begun at Lok Bhavan Auditorium, Srinagar. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah along with his team reached Lok Bhavan earlier this morning while guests had also started arriving at the venue. As per details , Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha is administering the oath of office and secrecy to the new ministers. Pertinently, all five incumbent ministers in the previous cabinet had submitted their resignat

Srinagar, Oct 27 : Senior National Conference (NC) leader and MLA Mubarak Gul on Tuesday expressed disappointment over being left out of the latest cabinet expansion in Jammu and Kashmir, saying he had attended around 30 oath-taking ceremonies of ministers but had yet again failed to make the cut. Speaking to news agency Kashmir News Service (KNS) ahead of the oath-taking ceremony of the newly announced ministers, Gul said he was once again missing from the list. It is around the 30th time that

Jammu, Oct 26: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu inaugurated the programme, Logistics & Supply Chain Management in Healthcare: Efficiency, Quality & Resilience, on 26 October 2026, at the Yoga 266, Vedanta MDP Centre, Academic Block, IIM Jammu. The programme aims to facilitate knowledge exchange and peer learning among healthcare professionals, focusing on strengthening supply chain efficiency, improving quality, and building resilience in healthcare delivery systems. The inaugural cere

Srinagar, Oct 26: Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar on Monday observed Vigilance Awareness Week by organizing an Integrity Pledge ceremony on the college premises. The pledge was administered by Masarat Hashim, Administrator Associated Hospitals Government Medical College Srinagar in the presence of officers and officials of the institution. Nausheen Mushtaq, Chief Accounts Officer was also present on the occasion. The programme was organised to promote awareness about the importance o

Anantnag, Oct 26: Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Police in Anantnag intensified its efforts to curb the drug menace across the district. During a series of operations, police teams apprehended seven peddlers and recovered large quantity of contraband substances from their possession. A police party from Police Station Anantnag apprehended Sareer Ahmad Bhat son of Khazir Mohammad Bhat resident of Chirhama Mirbazar, at Nawvathoo Danter and recove