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Srinagar, Oct 23: The University of Kashmir (KU) on Friday hosted a panel discussion on Future Forward: AI, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Main Campus bringing students, scholars and faculty members together to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of technology. Held in collaboration with Intel India, the programme featured a fireside chat and a panel discussion with Gokul V. Subramaniam, President, Intel India, Vice President, Client Computing Group, and General

Doda, Oct 23: Govt. Degree College, Doda organised a motivational lecture on the theme Motivation Through Goal Setting under the guidance and supervision of Principal, Dr Javid Iqbal. The programme aimed to motivate students to set clear goals, develop self-discipline, manage their time effectively, and work consistently towards academic excellence and personal growth. The programme was organised as part of the colleges continued efforts to promote holistic development, career awareness, and a

Srinagar, Oct 23: The Department of Electrical Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday inaugurated IEEE 2nd International Conference on Sustainable Technology for Energy and Power Systems (STEPS 2026), bringing together academicians, researchers and power-sector professionals to deliberate on emerging developments in sustainable energy technologies. Centred on the theme A Step Towards Green, Clean and Reliable Energy, the three-day conference aims to promote resea

Budgam, Oct 23: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Jatin Kishore, on Friday conducted an extensive tour of Beerwah to review functioning of key offices and assess delivery of public services. During the visit, Deputy Commissioner inspected the SDM Office Complex, Sub- Registrar and Tehsil Office Beerwah, taking stock of administrative functioning, infrastructure, public amenities and the status of services being provided to the general public. At the Tehsil Office, he inspected various sections,

Srinagar, Oct 23: More than 360 stakeholders registered for Agri-Startup Stakeholders Connect 2026, organised by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-Kashmir) in collaboration with the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad, to explore partnerships, market linkages and entrepreneurship opportunities in agriculture. Held at Nund Reshi Hall, Shalimar, under the theme Fostering Collaboration & Partnerships, the pr

Srinagar, Oct 23: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Friday chaired a meeting of officers to review arrangements for the celebration of the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Foundation Day and the conduct of the Run for Unity on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, scheduled to be held on October 31 at SKICC. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Director Information, SSP Traffic, Director School Education, Secretary JKAACL, and representatives of Police, Youth

Srinagar, Oct 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday inaugurated the autumn edition of Know Your Artisan at the Chrysanthemum Garden in Srinagar, bringing Kashmirs rich handicraft heritage into the spotlight against the backdrop of the Valleys autumn blooms. Minister for Agriculture Production Javid Ahmad Dar, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLAs Shamim Firdous, Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed (Pardesi) and Salman Sagar, Director Handloom & Handicrafts and other senior officers of the Dep

Budgam, Oct 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said his government was making every effort to accelerate development across the Union Territory, asserting that his visit to Beerwah was aimed at reviewing and advancing key development projects in the constituency. Speaking to reporters at Beerwah tehsil, the Chief Minister said several development initiatives had been taken up in the area, with a focus on improving infrastructure, road connectivity, electricity supply and public amenities

Srinagar, Oct 23: Dozens of Umrah pilgrims from Kashmir are reportedly stranded in Saudi Arabia following flight cancellations amid regional tensions, with tour operators seeking government intervention to facilitate their return and ensure food and accommodation for those affected. According to tour operators in the Valley, several groups of pilgrims who had travelled to Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah are awaiting arrangements to return home after flight cancellations affecting services to and f

Srinagar, Oct 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the Chrysanthemum Garden, also known as Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood, has been developed to extend Kashmirs tourism season and provide visitors with a distinctive attraction towards the end of the year. Spread over 120 kanals, the garden has been expanded for its second edition, with the Floriculture Department planting 3.5 lakh chrysanthemum plants representing 72 varieties. The floral display is expected to feature more than 12 million flowe

Srinagar, Oct 23: Ladakh, which currently relies on a single transmission line passing through Kashmir for its connection to the national electricity grid, could get an alternative power corridor under a Rs 31,427 crore project proposed by the Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL). The project, which will come up for discussion at a special meeting of the Northern Regional Power Committee (NRPC) on October 27, seeks to strengthen Ladakh's electricity network while creating infras

Srinagar, Oct 23: Jammu & Kashmirs overdue Panchayat elections have become entangled in a larger political question over the restoration of statehood, with the ruling National Conference (NC) arguing that the Centre must first empower the elected government and explain why its repeated assurances on statehood remain unfulfilled. The debate has acquired a sharper edge after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah told the Legislative Assembly recently that Panchayat elections would be held at an appropriate

Srinagar, Oct 23: In a disturbing development, nearly nine out of every ten drinking water samples tested in Srinagar and Ganderbal districts have shown evidence of bacterial contamination. In Srinagar, 94 per cent samples and in Ganderbal, 88 percent samples have tested positive for coliforms, a new study has revealed. The findings have emerged from a study titled Coliform pollution in drinking water sources of urban and semi-urban settings of Kashmir: a growing concern for public health, autho

Health consciousness cannot be reduced to visiting a doctor only after illness has become serious. It is a daily responsibility shaped by the food we eat, the air we breathe, the habits we cultivate and the choices made by families, schools, workplaces and governments. For Kashmir, where changing lifestyles and growing pressures on public health are becoming increasingly visible, creating a culture of prevention is no longer optional. The rise in lifestyle-related diseases should compel society

The Chrysanthemum Garden in Srinagar is a welcome addition to Kashmirs tourism calendar. At a time when the rush associated with the spring tulip season begins to fade, the garden offers visitors another reason to experience the Valley. Its appeal, however, should not be measured only in photographs or visitor numbers. The real success of Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood will depend on whether it grows into a carefully planned public space that benefits local communities and strengthens Kashmirs autumn econo

Respected CM Sahib, If you really want to deliver your promise of 1 lakh jobs for J&K youth, there is only one way to do it at scale, and that is IT transformation. Our youth don't need just any job. They need white-collar jobs. Jobs with laptops, good salaries, global exposure, where they can work from home with dignity. The biggest proof is already in front of us. Today 5 to 10 percent of the total IT workforce in North India, are youth from J&K. They are coders, designers, cloud engineers, AI

When Honorable Prime Minister assumed office in 2014, agriculture and farmer welfare were placed at the heart of Indias development agenda. Since 2015, this commitment has increasingly translated into a broader transformationfrom improving production and farm incomes to building an agriculture sector that is productive, resilient, technology-driven and sustainable. The Prime Minister has repeatedly emphasised that For a Viksit Bharat, Indian agriculture must also be developed. He has also called

The correct understanding of Jammu and Kashmirs educational scenario lies between official claims and public criticism. While the UT has made significant progress in expanding schooling, persistent gaps demand attention. The real measure of educational success is not merely the number of schools, enrolment figures or infrastructure created, but what children learn and how they progress through different stages of education. Recent evidence from NITI Aayog, UDISE+, PARAKH, ASER and UNESCO provide

The pain and agony of losing someone close to you, particularly a parent, is a heavy psychological and physical experience that registers in the brain much like physical trauma. Many people go through the process of grief at some point in their lives; however, it is often unexpected and causes turmoil and upheaval in life. In this state of intense grief, an individual grapples simultaneously with deep mental suffering and physiological pain. Moreover, agony and grief are not merely temporary fe

In the stories passed down through government offices, few tales capture the delicate balance between personal pride and the quiet flow of life as gently as the story of Toota Ram. For many years, the name of this well-known clerk echoed through the halls of the Jammu & Kashmir Civil Secretariat. Armed with a sharp mind, a hard-working nature, and a wonderful grasp of official rules and past files, Toota Ram rose from a simple starting job to become a true pillar of his office. High-ranking sec

Budgam, Oct 23: Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather on Friday inaugurated major development projects worth around 9 crore in Dreygam, Palpora. The ambitious projects included a bridge at Shali Ganga Nallah in Dreygam and a road project at Palpora, marking a significant step towards strengthening the road connectivity and improving transportation facilities for people. The newly inaugurated bridge is expected to provide a major relief to the residents of dozens of vi

Budgam, Oct 23: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said his government was making every effort to accelerate development across the Union Territory, asserting that his visit to Beerwah was aimed at reviewing and advancing key development projects in the constituency. Speaking to reporters at Beerwah tehsil, the Chief Minister said several development initiatives had been taken up in the area, with a focus on improving infrastructure, road connectivity, electricity supply an

Srinagar, Oct 23: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Friday inaugurated the 3rd Regional Review Conference on the implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, in Srinagar. Addressing the conference, Rana emphasised the need for effective and meaningful implementation of the Forest Rights Act to ensure that the rights and entitlements of tribal communities and oth

Srinagar, Oct 23: The Jammu and Kashmir government has designated special fast-track courts in Jammu and Srinagar for the trial of offences under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. According to a notification issued by the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs on October 23, the government has designated the court of the 1st Additional District and Sessions Judge, Jammu, and the Court of the 1st Additional District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar as speci

Srinagar, Oct 23: The Committee on Petitions of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Friday directed the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Srinagar, to verify revenue records and examine the ground situation regarding alleged encroachment of land at Khimber in Tehsil Hazratbal, Srinagar. The direction was issued during a meeting of the committee held at the Legislative Assembly Secretariat in Srinagar under the chairmanship of Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah. Taking up Petition No. 2 conc

Srinagar, Oct 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday interacted with a group of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers of the 2011 batch at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar. The officers are currently on a week-long official visit to Jammu Kashmir as part of their Mid-Career Training Programme. During their interactions, the visiting officers shared professional insights and discussed ways to boost UT's global presence, focusing particularly on trade, tourism, and technology. The deliberations also hi

Srinagar, Oct 23: The 101st meeting of the Board of Directors of Jammu and Kashmir Projects Construction Corporation Limited (JKPCC) was convened on Friday under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, who is also Chairman of the JKPCC. During the meeting, the Board deliberated upon various important matters concerning the Corporation with emphasis on pending cases under compassionate appointment. After due consideration, all pending compassionate appointment cases placed

Srinagar, Oct 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (J&K BOSE) has directed all examination centre superintendents to ensure the collection and packing of answer scripts roll number-wise for the Annual/Regular 2026 examinations. In a circular issued on October 23, the Board said answer scripts must be collected and packed according to roll numbers and not series-wise. The Board said the measure would facilitate coding, help trace missing answer scripts, if any, and save time and re

Shalimar, Oct 23: Natural farming offers a low-cost and environmentally sustainable approach that can reduce farmers dependence on external inputs and improve profitability, particularly for small and marginal farmers, Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-Kashmir), said on Friday. Addressing the valedictory function as chief guest, Prof. Kanth highlighted the potential of natural farming to promote sus

Srinagar, Oct 23: National Medical Commission (NMC) has said that registered medical practitioners can remotely review medical records through digital signatures, stressing that the process must comply with existing legal requirements and safeguards for patient safety. The NMCs Ethics and Medical Registration Board said there was no prohibition under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, the regulations framed under it or the Telemedicine Practice Guidelines, 2020, against remote authentica

Srinagar, Oct 23: As Kashmir prepares for another harsh winter, residents living along the Line of Control (LoC) in north Kashmirs Uri, Kupwara and other border areas are bracing for months of biting cold, difficult road conditions and uncertainty over access to essential services. For families living in villages close to the LoC, winter is not merely a change in weather. It brings the challenge of keeping homes warm, arranging firewood and other heating materials, reaching hospitals during emer

Srinagar, Oct 23: In a historic first, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) is considering setting up entrance examination centres at every district headquarters across Kashmir, a move expected to provide major relief to thousands of aspiring students. Vice Chancellor Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganaie told Rising Kashmir that the university was planning to establish examination centres across the Valley in view of the growing number of candidates appeari

Ganderbal, Oct 23: Veterinary interns at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Shuhama campus, may soon get relief as Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmad Dar has assured them that an order regarding their stipend enhancement will be issued within a week. A delegation of veterinary interns met the Minister and demanded an increase in their monthly stipend from the existing 6,000 to 20,00023,000, citing financial difficulties and rising living expenses.

Ganderbal, Oct 23: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) is exploring the potential of the Saanen goat, popularly known as the Milk Queen, as a household dairy animal in Kashmir. The research is being carried out at the Mountain Research Centre for Sheep and Goat at the universitys Shuhama campus in Ganderbal. Dr Parvaiz Ahmad Reshi, Senior Scientist and Head of the Mountain Research Centre for Sheep and Goat, said the Saanen breed was introduced

Srinagar, Oct 23: Veteran broadcaster, poet and former Director of Radio Kashmir Srinagar, Bashir Arif, has been appointed as a member of the Muslim Personal Law Board Jammu and Kashmir, along with six other members. Arif, who also served as Deputy Director General of All India Radio, is a prominent figure in Kashmir's broadcasting and literary circles. He has contributed to Kashmiri radio, television, theatre and literature over several decades. According to an order issued by the Board, the ap

Baramulla, Oct 23 : A six-year-old boy died after coming under a tractor at Goigam area of Tangmarg in north Kashmirs Baramulla district on Friday, officials said. An official told the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the child was run over by a tractor in Tangmarg, resulting in his on-the-spot death. He said the boy sustained critical injuries and died on the spot. The deceased was identified as Sabzar Ganie (6), son of Ghulam Mohd Ganie. He was later shifted to a hospital, where he

Leh , October 23 : Ladakh Chief Electoral Officer Rahul Sharma on Friday announced that the Municipal elections for the twin districts of Leh and Kargil will be held on November 21, breaking an administrative vacuum that has persisted since the previous elected bodies' terms expired in 2023. Speaking exclusively to ANI on the poll schedule, Ladakh Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Rahul Sharma noted that necessary groundwork to update voter registries following the 2018 polls has been completed, pav

Srinagar, Oct 23 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is likely to meet Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday to discuss several important matters concerning Jammu and Kashmir, including the much-awaited expansion of the Council of Ministers, highly placed sources privy to the developments said on Friday. Sources indicated that the proposed meeting could prove crucial in determining the timing of the cabinet expansion, which is likely to take place early next week if the anticipated discussions

Doda, October 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a disproportionate assets (DA) case against Mohd. Iqbal, son of Late Ghulam Qadir, a resident of Goilbar Alni, Gangota, who is presently posted as Girdawar at Tehsil Headquarters Gandoh in District Doda. The case has been registered under FIR No. 03/2026 under Section 13(1)(b) read with Section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, at Police Station ACB Doda. According to the ACB, the case was initiate

Srinagar, Oct 23 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday invited locals and tourists from across the country to visit the Chrysanthemum Garden in Srinagar, urging them to enjoy its beauty, take photographs and carry home beautiful memories. I invite not only tourists from across the country but, more importantly, our own people from Srinagar and surrounding areas to come, enjoy the beauty of this garden, take photographs and carry home beautiful memories, Omar said after inaugurating the garden

Anantnag, Oct 23 : A black bear weighing around 500 to 600 kg was tranquilized and rescued by Wildlife Dooru on Friday. Officials said that the bear was tranquilized and rescued on the directions of Wildlife Warden South and under the supervision of Range Officer Bringi Valley, Achabal. The bear had created panic in the area before the wildlife team acted swiftly and captured it safely. The rescued bear will be shifted to a safer habitat after medical examination, officials said.(GNS)

New Delhi , October 23 : IndiGo has extended the cancellation of its flights to and from Riyadh until October 31, while services to Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah will remain suspended until October 27, amid the evolving security situation in Saudi Arabia following a deadly attack at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. In a travel advisory posted on X, the airline said the decision was taken following a careful assessment of the prevailing security situation. Travel Advisory. In view of the e

Srinagar, Oct 23: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar today inaugurated and laid foundation stones for civic and road infrastructure projects worth 14.33 crore at Beerwah, Budgam, In a post on X, Office of CM wrote, Chief Minister today inaugurated and laid foundation stones for civic and road infrastructure projects worth 14.33 crore at Beerwah, Budgam, strengthening connectivity and enhancing public amenities in the district. He inaugurated the two-span truss girder bridge over Nallah Sukhna

Trals Mohammad Salman develops Koshur Scientist, an AI-powered learning platform that connects classroom education with practical skills and aims to make learning accessible to students across Kashmir, including those in areas with limited internet connectivity Host: Ovaise Gul Guest: Muhammad Salman

Srinagar, Oct 23 : The National Conference on Friday said its patron Dr Farooq Abdullah's visit to Baramulla is part of an ongoing district-level organisational programme and should not be viewed as being centred around any individual, amid speculation over the proposed joining of certain persons. Party sources informed news agency Kashmir News Service (KNS) the programme is aimed at strengthening the NC's grassroots network and bringing together elected representatives from all six Assembly con

Srinagar, Oct 23: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast a brief spell of light rain at a few places in the Kashmir division during the afternoon on Thursday, with similar weather conditions likely to persist at isolated places on October 24. According to the latest weather forecast, generally dry weather is expected across Jammu and Kashmir from October 25 to 31, although cloudy conditions may develop towards October 31. The weather is likely to turn more unsettled in early November, w

Poonch, Oct 23 : Security forces recovered suspected improvised explosive devices (IEDs), a magazine and other material from a hideout in the Mendhar area of Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district on Friday, sources said. Sources said that security forces launched a search operation in the general area of Kasbalari in Mendhar after receiving specific information. During the search, six brown tape-insulated containers and a blue tape-insulated container, all suspected to be IEDs, a black bag, a comba