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New Delhi, September 2: The Indian rupee ended Wednesdays trading session at 94.97 (provisional) against the US dollar, slipping 2 paise from its previous close. The domestic currency remained largely range-bound as support from foreign capital inflows was offset by weak domestic equities and a stronger US dollar. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.97 and moved between an intraday high of 94.83 and a low of 94.99. Forex traders said the Reserve Bank of India is clos

Kashmir Vulnerable to GLOF given its fragile topography and the fast melting of glaciers. Experts warn Kashmir may witness more worst GLOF than Nepal. Report: Abid Bashir Camera and Edit: Ada Bhat

Srinagar, Aug 31: Head, Department of Mathematics, Central University of Kashmir, Dr. Haribhau R. Bhapkar, has been conferred with the National HIFFA Award for excellence in performance for social transformation through the amalgamation of Mathematics and design thinking. The award was presented by Gulam Ali Khatana, Member of Parliament, and Raja Nighat Aman, SSP Srinagar, at SKICC here Sunday during the 3rd Edition of HIFAA. Jagdambika Pal, Member of Parliament (MP) and the former Chief Minis

Srinagar, Aug 31: Under the ongoing national campaign 'Ek Ped Desh Ke Naam', the officers and jawans of the 54th Battalion, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), in collaboration with Wildlife Range Officers, jointly conducted a mega tree plantation drive in the Fishary area of Dachigam National Park. The initiative saw enthusiastic participation from both force personnel and wildlife department officials to promote environmental conservation. The drive was led by 54 Bn Jagdev Singh Yadav, Secon

Srinagar, Aug 31: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, on Monday visited Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS) to review the preparedness for implementation of the Phase-I rollout/Pilot of the Rehabilitation & Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026. The pilot programme is being coordinated by Social Welfare Department aimed at testing the rehabilitation model on ground, identify operational gaps, refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Srinagar, Aug 31: In a significant move aimed at facilitating the economical and hassle-free transportation of horticulture produce, particularly apples, to various domestic mandis and international destinations, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Monday urged fruit growers, traders and other stakeholders to make greater use of railway goods and freight services. The Divisional Commissioner was chairing a meeting convened to review the utilization of railway freight services for the

Srinagar, Aug 31: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday felicitated Jammu & Kashmir Bank, represented by MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee, in recognition of the bank's significant support towards the successful conduct of Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2026. The felicitation took place during the Post-Yatra Felicitation Event chaired by the Lieutenant Governor at Lok Bhawan Auditorium, Srinagar. Expressing gratitude, MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee thanked the Lieutenant Governor and Shri Amarnathji Shrine Bo

Srinagar, Aug 31: Prominent socio-political figure from Anantnag, Advocate Syed Raziya, formally joined the Apni Party on Monday. In a statement, the party said Raziya joined the party during a special event held at the party headquarters in Srinagar, where she was welcomed by Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and other senior party leaders. Besides the Party President, those present on the occasion included Senior Vice President Ghulam Hassan Mir, State Organisation and Spokesper

Srinagar, Aug 31: Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Monday criticised the government for allegedly failing to address the concerns of the people despite receiving a massive mandate, saying that the past two years have not brought the expected relief or development to the public. Addressing various delegations from Budgam district, Yaseen said that people had voted with great expectations, but the government has failed to deli

Srinagar, Aug 31: All Party Sikh Coordination Committee member and senior political leader Jagmohan Singh Raina has expressed gratitude to the Lieutenant Governor-led administration, security forces, police, civil administration and all stakeholders for ensuring the safe, successful and peaceful conclusion of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. Raina said the smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage was a matter of great satisfaction and reflected the collective commitment of the administration and peopl

Srinagar, Aug 31: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday met several individuals and deputations at Raabita, Srinagar, and discussed issues related to sustainable mountain development, tourism promotion and sports. A delegation from the Integrated Mountain Initiative (IMI), comprising its President Dr. Ramesh Negi, LEAD Strategist Dr. Rajan Kumar Kotru and Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, called on the Chief Minister and discussed strategies for promoting sustainable mountain

Srinagar, Aug 31: General Officer Commanding (GOC) White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General P K Mishra visited the Ace of Spades Division to review its operational preparedness and assess the evolving security dynamics, the Army said on Monday. During the visit, the Corps Commander was briefed on the divisions operational commitments, capability development, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and counter-UAS capabilities, besides the roadmap for enhancing operational effectiveness in the coming days. T

ZUBAIR ASLAM In a world increasingly driven by screens, signals and shortcuts, online scams have emerged as one of the most alarming threats of the digital age. What was once the domain of street fraudsters and shady middlemen has now moved into the invisible corridors of the internet, where deception travels faster than suspicion, and a single careless click can cost a person their savings, privacy and peace of mind. The scale of this menace is growing, and so is its reach. No user, whether a s

On 26th August, 2026, catastrophic flash floods tore through Nepal-Tibet border region due to glacial lake outburst that led to debris and water crashing down Bhote koshi and Trishuli river basins. Around 780 people have lost their lives and over a thousand are missing including foreign tourists from India, Australia, Britain, Canada, and the United States. Entire villages in districts like Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Chitwan were swallowed by the surge including highways and bridges. But among

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Monday urged fruit growers, traders and other stakeholders to make greater use of railway goods and freight services for transporting apples and other horticulture produce to domestic mandis and international destinations. Garg was chairing a meeting convened to review the utilization of railway freight services for transportation of horticulture produce from Kashmir. The meeting was attended by IGP Traffic Kashmir M. Soleman Ch

Bishkek , August 29 : As the Kyrgyz capital gears up to host the milestone 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit from August 31 to September 1, striking visuals of preparations have come into view across Bishkek. Among the prominent leaders slated to attend is Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose presence highlights India's continued participation in the multilateral bloc after entering as a full member in 2017. Building on this engagement, PM Modi departed on Saturday for a four-da

Srinagar, August 29: Technocrat and social activist Sanjay Sapru has written an open letter to President Droupadi Murmu, urging her intervention over what he described as recent threat letters issued to members of the Kashmiri Pandit community serving and living in Kashmir Valley. In the letter dated August 29, Sapru said the alleged threats had caused deep anguish and grave concern among community members, arguing that such communications should not be taken lightly. Drawing parallels with the

Srinagar, August 29: In a determined push towards a drug-free Kashmir, Secure Path Civil Society Organisation, in collaboration with 132 BN CRPF and Shining Star Public High School, intensified its grassroots awareness campaign through a one-day Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan programme at Lal Chowk, Srinagar. With the participation of nearly 200 students, teachers, civilians and community members, the programme carried a strong message against drug abuse, followed by a pledge and awareness rally adv

Srinagar, Aug 29: Two personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Fire & Emergency Services died after suffering cardiac arrest at their respective places of posting in Srinagar and Budgam on Saturday, officials said. Bilal Ahmad (LFM-1306), a resident of Bemina, Srinagar, suffered a cardiac arrest while on duty at the F&ES Headquarters in Batamaloo, according to officials. Ahmad, a member of the 1998 batch, was posted at the headquarters and was performing duties as an RP. In a separate incident, Ghulam

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today paid solemn tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, the wizard of hockey, on the occasion of National Sports Day. Recalling his legendary performance, the Lieutenant Governor described Major Dhyan Chand as one of Indias deepest and most enduring symbols, whose brilliance compelled the world to pause and acknowledge Indias immense sporting talent. In his address on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor observed that every stroke of Major Dhyan

New Delhi , August 29 : A Special NIA court at Rouse Avenue on Saturday took cognisance of the chargesheet filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in the Delhi Red Fort blast case. The NIA had filed the first chargesheet against 12 accused persons. While accused Umar Un Nabi died in the blast, another accused is absconding. A supplementary chargesheet was also filed against two accused persons. This case pertains to the November 2025 Red Fort car bomb blast case. The NIA has already fil

Srinagar, Aug 29: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally hot and humid weather over the coming days, with brief spells of rain and thundershowers expected at scattered to many places, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar. The latest forecast issued by the weather department said that on August 29 and 30, weather is expected to remain generally hot and humid, with brief spells of rain or thundershowers likely at scattered places, mainly during the early morning and afternoon

Jammu, Aug 29 : Northern Railway's Jammu Division has restored the train service between Budgam in Kashmir and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from Friday, providing direct connectivity between the Valley and the Jammu region. Train number 04688/04687 will operate on its regular route between Budgam (BDGM) and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) with effect from August 29, according to a statement issued by Northern Railway. Train 04688 will depart from Budgam at 7:20 am and arrive at Shri Mata Vai

A kundali, or birth chart, is based on the positions of the planets and zodiac signs at the exact time of your birth. Astrologers interpret these planetary positions, along with the 12 houses, to make predictions and understand different areas of your life, such as personality, relationships, etc. But thanks to budding technology, today you can easily generate a free online kundali and gain astrological insights into different areas of your life. But the key is to know how to read Kundli. Don't

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 28 : The death toll from Nepal's devastating flash flood in the Bhotekoshi River area of Rasuwa has risen to 538 while 977 people are still missing, according to an update from Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA). The figures, as of 3 PM (local time) on Friday, show a grim picture of the scale of the disaster as authorities continue search, rescue and relief operations across the affected areas following the catastrophic flooding o

Trishuli, August 28 : An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hit Sichuan in China on Friday, prompting another flood alert in Nepal. The Trishuli area of Nepal is being evacuated again as a heavy flow of water from above has threatened to raise the river's water level, Nepal Police stated. The earthquake jolted Longchang City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, according to the China Earthquake Networks Centre, CGTN reported. Issuing an alert, Nepal Police said that a dam on the Tibet side has burst ag

Uri, Aug 27: A soulful and dignified organization of the Raksha Bandhan festival was held at Kendriya Vidyalaya Uri on 27 August 2026. The main objective of the program was to strengthen the bond of affection, respect, gratitude, and patriotism between the female students of the school and the brave soldiers dedicated to the protection of the country's borders. On this occasion, 115 female students of Kendriya Vidyalaya Uri participated enthusiastically and tied Raksha Sutras (rakhis) to the of

Nepals flash floods have again reminded the region that natures fury is often only the first half of the disaster; the second is the scale of human loss made worse by fragility, delay and the limits of response. With 359 dead and 910 still missing or out of contact, the numbers are no longer merely statistics. They are a measure of households shattered, communities displaced and a rescue system racing against time. What makes this calamity especially alarming is not only its magnitude but its ge

Kathmandu [Nepal], August 27 : The death toll in the devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen to 359, while 910 people remain missing or out of contact, as authorities intensify search, rescue and relief operations amid a warning of another major flood threat from a newly formed lake upstream of the Lhende River. According to the latest Rasuwa Bhotekoshi Flood Search, Rescue and Relief Update issued by Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) up to 6:20 PM (l

Srinagar, Aug 27: Police Station Shaheed Gunj has registered a case against five shopkeepers for allegedly obstructing the movement of the general public and vehicular traffic at Jahangir Chowk. According to officials, Today During a routine patrolling in the Jahangir Chowk area, it was observed that some shopkeepers had placed matting material on the road outside their respective shops. The material was found to be occupying road space and causing obstruction to the smooth movement of pedestria

Srinagar, August 27: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq has expressed deep grief and anguish over the tragic road accident in Surankote, Poonch, in which six precious lives were lost and three people were injured, including a child stated to be in critical condition. Conveying his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, Mirwaiz prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the deceased Jannat-ul-Firdous, give patience and strength to their families, and grant a complete and speedy reco

Srinagar, Aug 27: Hot and humid weather is likely to continue across Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days, with brief spells of rain and thundershowers expected at scattered places, particularly during the early morning and afternoon hours, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar. The weather department said that from August 27 to 30, the region is expected to remain generally hot and humid, with brief spells of rain or thundershowers at scattered places. On August 31 and September 1,

Kulgam, Aug 26: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam on Wednesday visited the revered Ziyarat Sharief of Hazrat Mir Syed Hussain Simnani (RA) at Kulgam and Ziyarat Sharief Qaimoh on the auspicious occasion of Milad un-Nabi. During his visit to the revered shrine of Hazrat Mir Syed Hussain Simnani (RA), the Deputy Commissioner paid obeisance and offered prayers for peace, prosperity and the well-being of the people of the district and the entire Jammu & Kashmir. The DC also took stock

Ganderbal, Aug 26: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore on Wednesday chaired the monthly meeting of the District Level Narco Coordination (NCORD) Committee to review the measures being undertaken by various departments to curb drug abuse and strengthen enforcement, prevention, awareness and rehabilitation efforts across the district. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the action taken by different departments and stressed upon strengthening inter departmental coor

Srinagar, Aug 26: National Conference General Secretary Haji Ali Mohammad Sagar on Wednesday cautioned political parties and self-styled leaders against attempting to rewrite their political record through what he termed political theatrics and crocodile tears, saying the people of Jammu and Kashmir were aware of those who had allegedly betrayed their trust and compromised their interests. Addressing a meeting at the NC headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha, Sagar said the people of Jammu and Kashmir had m

Kupwara, Aug 26: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Wednesday accused the Jammu and Kashmir government of failing to address pressing issues confronting the people, including unemployment, drug abuse and lack of basic amenities. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of an extraordinary party meeting in Kupwara, Bukhari said the government appeared to be least concerned about the genuine concerns of the people. This government has failed to address the grave challenges confronti

There are few experiences more universally exhausting in an urban area than being trapped in a traffic sandwich. One is squeezed from all sides by vehicles, by time, by noise, and by the quiet irritation of a system that seems to have given up on order. What should be a routine commute becomes a test of patience, and what should be a functional city begins to resemble a place permanently stuck in motion but never moving. Traffic congestion is often treated as a narrow transport issue. It is not

Some cities rise, and there are cities that simply expand. The difference is not merely architectural. It is moral. A rising city gives its people room to breathe, to move, to hope. An expanding city may gain buildings, flyovers, and shopping districts, yet still leave its residents trapped in noise, haste, and exhaustion. That is the nature of an urban spiral: the gradual tightening of civic life until the city begins to consume the very energy that once sustained it. Urban spiral is not a dram

Every generation is handed a Kashmir it did not choose. It arrives already wrapped in someone else's memory. For one generation, that Kashmir smelled of saffron fields and walnut wood, of Lal Ded's verses and Habba Khatoon's songs, of shrines where more than one god seemed to be listening at once. For another, it arrived already broken, curfews stitched into its hem, funerals attended before anyone understood what a funeral was. To grow up in the Valley in the 1990s, and in the long, limping yea

Towards a Unified Payment Ecosystem India's digital payments ecosystem has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. It is driven by the vision of creating a simple and secure payment system accessible to every citizen. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has emerged as a cornerstone of Indias digital payments revolution. Today, UPI is accepted in 11 countries, with Greece and the Maldives being the latest to ado

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The world of information technology is constantly changing with each passing year, coming up with many new things, including technological changes, new tools, and even jobs. Staying updated about all the above-mentioned aspects may be very important for those who want to develop their careers as IT specialists. An online degree can become a good option to obtain a higher education without interrupting one's working life. Still, the choice of the right programme will depend on an individual's e