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Srinagar: The dissident group of National Conference MLAs is likely to meet the party top brass on Friday in Srinagar. Sources said that all dissident MLAs are likely to meet the NC leadership on Friday morning in Srinagar. It could not be confirmed whether they would meet Dr. Farooq Abdullah or Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. []

SRINAGAR: (Six-time National Conference (NC) MLA Mubarak Gul on Wednesday declined to make any statement on his differences with the party leadership over his exclusion from the council of ministers. Gul, a former Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, had on October 27 set a November 4 deadline for the party to consider his []

WASHINGTON: Democrats have retaken control of the U.S. Senate, delivering a decisive rebuke of Republican control of governance in Washington and ushering in a new era of congressional resistance to President Donald Trump. The midterm elections that came to a close Tuesday channeled voters deep frustration with high prices, the war in Iran and concerns []

New Delhi: Countrys largest paramilitary force CRPF has recorded a significant milestone with no operational fatality of its troops over the last one year, a development registered after 47 years, the force chief has said. CRPF Director General (DG) G P Singh said this on Sunday on X, adding the development was specially significant as []

Accuses NC leadership of compromising J&Ks rights for power, calls for new political movement Budgam, Nov 03: National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday announced his decision to part ways with the party and called for a new political movement, accusing the NC leadership of compromising the dignity and political rights of the []

Srinagar, Nov 03: In the strongly worded statement, the National Conference (NC) termed Aga Ruhullah Mehdis speech at Budgam a manifestation of his mental and moral bankruptcy, and an example of his self-obsession. While invoking the Holy Quran and the divine message of dignity and respect for human beings, Ruhullahs speech was full of derogatory, []

Srinagar, Nov 03: Now we know why Ruhullah didnt have one word to say against the BJP, the National Conference said on Tuesday in a cryptic comment after BJP national vice-president Ram Madhav said the rally at which the Shia leader announced his resignation from the Lok Sabha and the party in Budgam had the []

Emphasises timely completion of work, adherence to quality standards Jammu, Nov 03: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inspected the ongoing construction of the New Legislative Assembly Complex in Jammu and reviewed the progress of the prestigious project, stressing the need for its timely completion while ensuring the highest standards of quality. During the inspection, the []

Jammu, Nov 03: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday distributed appointment letters to 17 candidates appointed in the Public Works (Roads and Buildings) Department here at the Civil Secretariat. The appointment letters were distributed in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works (R&B), Anil Kumar Singh, Director Finance, []

Seeks action plan within 15 days Srinagar, Nov 03: Following directions issued by the Supreme Court of India, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a high-level committee of specialists and stakeholders to oversee the implementation of prescribed guidelines for the organisation and delivery of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) services across the Union Territory. According []

Special Judge says prosecution failed to prove recovery beyond reasonable doubt Points to missing inventory, untested bottles, absent malkhana record Srinagar, Nov 03: In a significant ruling, the Court of the Special Judge (NDPS Cases), Srinagar, has acquitted a Srinagar resident, Abdul Hai Bhat, of charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act []

Srinagar: National Conference Member of Parliament Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday resigned from the party, declaring that he had set myself free from the NC. Ruhullah, who won the 2024 Lok Sabha election from the Srinagar parliamentary constituency, asked Muhammad Ashraf Mattoo, father of Tutail Mattoo, who was killed in 2010 in alleged police []

Srinagar: A 50-year-old carpenter died after falling from a height at Rawalpora area of Srinagar on Tuesday, officials said. An official said that the man, who was working as a carpenter, sustained injuries after falling from a height at a house in Rawalpora. He was shifted to SMHS Hospital Srinagar, where doctors declared him brought []

WASHINGTON: Americans will vote on Tuesday in one of the most consequential elections in recent times, widely seen as a referendum on Donald Trumps presidency that has been marked by a prolonged war in Iran, rising inflation, trade wars and deep divisions in society. The polling will decide whether President Trumps Republican Party retains control []

There is no legal procedure in India by which a person can be placed under arrest merely through a video call, and no genuine demand for payment should be accepted on the promise of avoiding arrest. Anyone receiving such a call should remain calm, end the conversation and independently verify the alleged investigation through official []

Teaching math without showing the full number system is like teaching geography without ever revealing that a globe exists. Because complex numbers are hidden away like an advanced secret, we create unnecessary mystery and anxietythey become intimidating instead of appearing as a natural extension of thought. Frame the imaginary unit i = -1 not as []

Quality education for Scheduled Tribe children requires more than access to schools. It demands supportive families, committed teachers, adequate infrastructure and equal opportunities for every child to realise their potential. Mudasir Gani Khan Education is the foundation of an empowered society and a brighter future. It enables children to develop confidence, recognise their abilities and []

Any Israeli candidate in the October 27 elections who supports settlement expansion does so with full knowledge of its consequences: further dispossession, military occupation, annexation and violence. Former Israeli military chief Gadi Eisenkot, for example, openly supports the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite his reputation as a more moderate alternative []

Pampore: Ms. Uzma Amin, who served as Munsiff Pampore, has been transferred and appointed as Principal Magistrate, Juvenile Justice Board (JJB), Ganderbal. During her tenure in Pampore, she earned appreciation for her professional conduct, fairness, discipline and commitment to judicial responsibilities. Her firm yet dignified approach towards the administration of justice earned her respect among []

Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said abrogation of Article 370 in 2019 gave Jammu and Kashmir, which was groaning under violence for seven decades, a chance to breathe fearlessly in open air, and termed it as one of the biggest milestones in independent Indias history. Addressing the 7th UT Foundation Day function in []

Directs sustained crackdown on terror modules Srinagar, Oct 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday chaired a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners, SSPs and senior officials to review the security scenario in Kashmir Division. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo; Chief Secretary Designate, Dr. Sajjan Singh Yadav; DGP, Nalin Prabhat; Additional Chief []

Dissenting legislators demand parliamentary board for future inductions Srinagar, Oct 30: The growing discontent within the ruling National Conference (NC) over Tuesdays cabinet expansion-cum-reshuffle came to the fore on Friday as 18 legislators, including 17 NC MLAs and one Independent member supporting the government, held a marathon meeting here to deliberate on their future course []

Seeks release of pol prisoners, restoration of civil liberties Srinagar, Oct 30: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq on Friday said the decline in violence in Jammu and Kashmir is welcome, but lasting peace requires justice, reconciliation and the restoration of public trust. Addressing the Friday congregation at the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar, the Mirwaiz []

Projects to strengthen attract investment, create employment opportunities Srinagar, Oct 30: The Council of Ministers, recently chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has approved the establishment of two new Industrial Estates in Jammu & Kashmir, involving a combined investment of 162.72 crore. The approved projects include a New Industrial Estate at Pehlipora, Lar, Ganderbal, at []

Calls for responsive, tech-driven approach for making communication more effective, people-centric Srinagar, Oct 30: Director Information, Mamta Yadav on Friday chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning of District Information Centres (DICs) across Kashmir Division, with a focus on strengthening district-level information dissemination, improving media coordination and ensuring effective coverage of government activities []

Srinagar, Oct 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid tributes to Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, on the eve of his birth anniversary. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said, On the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, which commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, I extend my warm greetings to []

Tahir Majid Shamsi, Tabasum Zafar among those recommended for appointment New Delhi, Oct 30: The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, has approved the proposal for the appointment of nine advocates as judges of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, according to a communication made available on []

Srinagar, Oct 30: Traffic movement on Boulevard Road from Lalit Ghat to Kralsangri will remain restricted on Saturday from 8:30 am until the conclusion of the Run for Unity event, Traffic Police said. According to an advisory, the event, being organised to mark Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, will start from SKICC and conclude at the Botanical []

Srinagar, Oct 30: Police on Friday said they have dismantled an alleged terror-financing network in Shopian after tracing suspicious online transactions through multiple payment platforms. The investigation revealed money trails across several layers and allegedly uncovered links between those involved and terrorists or associates held in different jails, police said in a statement issued here, []

Budgam: Dr GoodDay LuxCare Studio, a homegrown textile-care venture founded by medical professional-turned-entrepreneur Dr Salma Nabi, on Friday inaugurated its sixth outlet at Agrikalan Magam in Budgam district, marking another milestone in its expansion across Kashmir. The outlet was inaugurated by noted Kashmiri writer Adfar Ghulam Nabi and Ghulam Din Khan in the presence of []

Srinagar: In a sign of growing dissent within the ruling National Conference (NC), as many as 18 MLAs met in Srinagar on Friday afternoon to deliberate on their strategy in response to the recent cabinet reshuffle. Highly placed sources said that 17 National Conference MLAs and one Independent MLA attended the meeting at the residence []

BANDIPORA:In a significant breakthrough, Bandipora Police arrested an absconder, who had been evading arrest for the past 16 years. The accused, identified as Abdul Majeed Dar @Kawa S/o Gh Mohammad Dar R/o Mujgund Srinagar, was arrested by a police team of Police Station Sumbal. The accused was wanted in connection with Case FIR No. 84/2010 []

TEL AVIV: Israels parliamentary election has left government formation uncertain, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus bloc falling short of a majority and allegations of electoral fraud and foreign interference drawing pushback from election officials and the Shin Bet security agency. Netanyahus Likud-led bloc won 53 seats in the 120-member Knesset, Israels parliament, while the opposition []

PALANPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Bharat Bovine Breeding and Research Centre (BBBRC), aimed at improving indigenous cattle breeds and enhancing milk production, at Bhildi in Gujarats Banaskantha district. The PM, who arrived in the town as part of his two-day visit to the state, took a tour of the centre and []

Kulgam: Police in Kulgam have arrested an absconder wanted in a murder case registered in 2006. In a handout , the police said an absconder, namely Tariq Ahmad Ganie son of Mohd Subhan Ganie resident of Hassanpora Bagh, Qaimoh, was arrested in connection with a murder case registered at Police Station Kulgam in 2006. On []

NEW DELHI: (Oct 29) Several INDIA bloc leaders have given the final shape to the public impeachment proceedings that they intend to carry out against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges residence on Friday as a symbolic protest over the vote chori issue. The INDIA bloc leaders met at Kharges []

Srinagar: Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday stressed the need for greater youth engagement and increased sporting activities to build a secure, healthy and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the closing ceremony of Pedal Through Paradise 2026 in Srinagar, the DGP said greater participation of youth []

Srinagar, Oct 28: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of 78 Civil Judges (Junior Division) across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, attached 10 trainee judicial officers to the J&K Judicial Academy and placed 11 promoted Civil Judges (Senior Division) under the Registrar Judicial, Jammu, pending further []

UDHAMPUR: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary on Wednesday conducted an extensive tour of Udhampur district and inspected the ongoing developmental works on the PWD road from Jakhani Naka Point to via Lower Balli being executed under NABARD. He also inspected the construction site of a 165-metre-span steel girder double-lane motorable bridge over River Tawi. The []

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Srinagar, Oct 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday felicitated senior officers and personnel of the Special Security Force (SSF) for their outstanding professionalism and dedication in ensuring the successful conduct of the 100-day Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir Campaign. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor commended the SSF for adding a remarkable chapter to the administrative []

Srinagar, Oct 28: A total of 7,910 households in Srinagar have been covered under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, Deputy Commissioner Akshay Labroo said on Tuesday at an awareness and registration camp at Ghanta Ghar, Lal Chowk. Organised by the Executive Engineer, KPDCL-Ist Srinagar, the camp aimed to explain the rooftop solar scheme []

Srinagar: Ahead of the cabinet reshuffle, all ministers in the National Conference-led government have submitted their resignations to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, sources disclosed. Sources confirmed that all five ministers have submitted their resignation letters to the Chief Minister. The ministers have submitted their resignation. It is now upto the CM whether to retain them []

NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday decried Congress president Mallikarjun Kharges remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi as extremely unfortunate and said it reflects that the main opposition party has not just suffered a political downfall but an ideological downfall as well. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday sparked a controversy with his []

Srinagar: Crime Branch Jammu and Kashmir on Monday organised an integrity pledge-taking ceremony at Crime Headquarters in Srinagar as part of Vigilance Awareness Week-2026, being observed across the country. IGP Crime J&K Sarah Rizvi, IPS, administered the Integrity Pledge to officers and officials, calling for a firm commitment to honesty, integrity and ethical conduct in []

Kulgam: Kulgam Police solved a hit-and-run case within two hours of its occurrence by arresting the driver of the offending vehicle. In a handout , police said that on 25.10.2026, an unknown vehicle allegedly being driven at high speed hit a load carrier, resulting in serious injuries to its occupants. The injured were immediately shifted []

Jammu: An overnight fire damaged around 12 shops in Jammus Shiv Market area, breaking out around midnight on Monday, officials said. An official said that a fire call was received around midnight, following which multiple Fire and Emergency Services vehicles were rushed to the spot. He said around eight to ten fire tenders were engaged []

Kashmir Marathon emerging as flagship sporting event, boosting J&Ks global sports tourism profile: CM

Flags off sporting event featuring 3.17 crore prize purse, 25 lakh for winner Srinagar, Oct 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday flagged off the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon from Polo Ground, Srinagar. Over 2,000 runners from Jammu and Kashmir, other parts of the country and abroad came together for a celebration of []

Bhubaneswar, Oct 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said wars were no longer being fought only through conventional means but also by targeting economies, and underscored the need to protect Indias banking system from cyber terrorists. Addressing a gathering after inaugurating the Reserve Bank of Indias Rs 169-crore data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute []