SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Sunday passed the Demands for Grants for multiple key sectors, including Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Cooperative, and Election Departments, allocating substantial funds to drive economic growth. The approved grants include Rs 2,58,369.98 lakh for the Agriculture Production Department, Rs 1,22,899.58 lakh for Animal and Sheep Husbandry, Rs [] The post Jammu Kashmir Assembly Passes Grants for Agriculture, Rural Development, Ele

SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary announced in the Legislative Assembly on Sunday that the Singhpora-Vailoo Tunnel project will be re-sanctioned by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL) under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). Responding to a query from MLA Payare Lal Sharma, Choudhary informed the House that bids for [] The post Singhpora-Vailoo Tunnel Project to Be Revived Under MoRTH, Says Dy CM appeared first on Kashmir L

SRINAGAR: A total of 370811 unemployed youth, including 240502 males and 130309 females, have registered on Jammu and Kashmirs Employment Portal as of January 2025, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary informed the Legislative Assembly on Monday. Responding to a question raised by Ali Mohammad Sagar, the Deputy CM clarified that registration on the portal is [] The post Over 3.7 Lakh Youth Register as Unemployed on Jammu Kashmir Employment Portal appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The South Campus of the University of Kashmir concluded a week-long Digital Marketing and AI Bootcamp on Sunday, equipping students, scholars, and professionals with cutting-edge industry skills. The programme, held from March 17 to 24, 2025, was coordinated by Dr Irfana Rashid, Senior Assistant Professor in the Department of Management Studies, under the guidance [] The post Kashmir University Trains Entrepreneurs, Professionals in AI, Digital Marketing appeared first on Kashmir Life

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah assured the Legislative Assembly on Sunday that the government would assess and address the concerns of landowners whose properties fall within the border and Line of Control (LoC) fencing zones. He confirmed that a meeting with representatives of these affected areas would be convened after the conclusion of the current [] The post CM Assures Action on Issues of Landowners Affected by Border Fencing appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: A massive fire broke out in the Jalal Sahib area of Old Town, Baramulla, in North Kashmir on Monday, while efforts are ongoing to douse the flames. Officials said the blaze started from one of the structures and quickly spread to nearby buildings in the congested locality. Soon after the incident, locals immediately swung [] The post Fire Breaks Out in North Kashmir, Efforts to Douse Flames Ongoing appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Federation of Chambers of Industries Kashmir (FCIK) has urged the Jammu & Kashmir government to introduce amnesty measures for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), calling for a clean slate in power dues, tax liabilities, loan settlements, and regulatory matters. The demand, directed at Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder [] The post FCIK Urges Government to Grant Amnesty for MSMEs, Seeks Clean Slate appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Police on Monday said that its Cyber Police Srinagar has initiated legal action against the misuse of social media platforms for glorifying militancy, radicalising youth, and spreading anti-national propaganda online. The police said that during cyber surveillance and patrolling, eight individuals operating adverse social media handles were identified for posting content that promoted terrorism [] The post Police Detain 8 for Glorifying Militancy Online in Srinagar appeared first on Ka

by Muhammad Nadeem SRINAGAR:Dr Tauseef Ahmad Parray, an assistant professor of Islamic Studies at Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal, has published a book with Peter Lang, a renowned international publisher. The book, Perspectives on Interpreting Islam in the Contemporary Indo-Pak Subcontinent: Issues and Trends, examines key intellectual developments in Islamic thought in the region. [] The post Kashmirs Dr Tauseef Ahmad Parray Becomes First To Be Published By Peter Lang appeared first

SRINAGAR: Over three lakh houses have been built in Jammu and Kashmir under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in the past two years, Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Javid Ahmad Dar informed the Assembly on Monday. A fresh survey is underway to include remaining eligible households. As of March 18, 2025, 3,04,544 [] The post Over 3 Lakh Pucca Houses Built in JK Under PMAY appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The weather in Jammu and Kashmir is expected to remain mostly dry in the coming days, with occasional rain showers in some areas, particularly in the Kashmir Valley, according to Kashmir Weather. On March 25, the region will experience mostly dry conditions with cloud cover. However, isolated rain showers may occur in some places. [] The post Jammu Kashmir: Dry Weather to Continue, Isolated Showers Likely appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: A soldier was injured in a mysterious blast near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Bagyal Dara area of the Poonch district on Monday afternoon, official sources said. Defence sources stated that the incident took place while an Army patrol was moving through the area when an unidentified explosive device detonated. The injured [] The post Soldier Injured in Blast Near LoC in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmirs Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, has cautioned against actions that single out a particular community, warning that such moves could escalate tensions. Speaking to reporters amid ongoing protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, Abdullah defended the Waqf Boards role in overseeing charitable activities within the Muslim community. Charitable activities exist across all [] The post CM Omar Cautions Against Singling Out a Community Amid Waqf Bill Protests appeared firs

SRINAGAR: Minister for Social Welfare, Sakina Itoo, has formally requested the National Commission for Women to extend the tenure of Special Cells for Women in Jammu and Kashmir by at least one year. With the Commission set to discontinue its support for these cells on March 31, thousands of women across the region face uncertainty. [] The post JK Minister Appeals for Continued Operation of Womens Special Cells appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday said that it is examining the possibility of introducing an anti-defection law for district development councils (DDCs) in the Union Territory. Responding to a cut motion by PC MLA Sajad Gani Lone, Minister in charge of the Rural Development Department, Javaid Ahmad Dar, informed the House that [] The post Jammu Kashmir Govt Seeks Legal Opinion on Anti-Defection Law for DDCs appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday conducted a search at the residence of a former Hurriyat member in south Kashmirs Shopian district. An official said that the search is being conducted in connection with FIR No. 9/2024 under Sections 10 and 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). He said the search is [] The post Police Search House of Former Hurriyat Member in South Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that militancy cannot be wiped out in Jammu and Kashmir without the involvement of the people. Speaking to reporters, Omar said that militancy and law and order are not solely the domain of the elected government, but the government is providing support to ensure that the situation [] The post Forces Yet to Establish Contact With Militants in JKs Kathua: Omar Abdullah appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Security forces on Monday recovered arms and ammunition after busting a hideout in the Utrusoo Sungalan forest area of South Kashmirs Anantnag district. A senior police officer said that a joint team of forces busted the hideout during a search operation in the area. He added that arms and ammunition were recovered from the [] The post Militant Hideout Busted in South Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday disclosed that an expenditure of Rs 155 crore was incurred for conducting the 2024 Assembly elections in the Union Territory. Responding to a cut motion raised by MLA Kupwara, Mir Muhammad Fayaz, Minister in charge of the Election Department, Javaid Ahmad Dar, informed the Assembly that Rs [] The post Jammu Kashmir Govt Reveals Rs 155 Crore Expenditure on 2024 Elections appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said that the proposal to provide 12 free gas cylinders annually to residents is currently under examination. In a written reply to a question by Peoples Conference MLA Sajad Gani Lone, Minister in charge of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs, Satish Sharma, informed the House that [] The post Plan for 12 Free Gas Cylinders in JK Under Review: Govt appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Multidisciplinary Research Unit (MRU) at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar has been awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, in recognition of its excellence in research. GMC Srinagar secured the highest ranking among medical institutions in the Union Territory of [] The post Health Ministry Felicitates GMC Srinagar for Research Achievements at Research Connect-2025 appeared first

SRINAGAR: National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 is a vision document that will transform the education sector in India, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir, said Director School Education Kashmir (DSEK), Dr G N Itoo. Addressing a conference in Ganderbal, he said that the policy aims to make Jammu and Kashmir an Educational Hub through initiatives outlined in [] The post 15,000 Pre-Primary Schools, 600 ICT Labs Planned Under NEP-2020 appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo reviewed the progress of health infrastructure and medical services across all districts, focusing on key projects, faculty recruitment, and strategies to address doctor shortages in remote areas. During the meeting, it was revealed that 333 applications have been submitted to enhance MD/MS, DM/MCH, and DNB seats across [] The post JK Govt Reviews MBBS Seat Increase, Faculty Recruitment, and Tertiary Care appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference patron Farooq Abdullah attended an Iftar gathering hosted by Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday. Mehbooba Mufti extended an invitation to the Chief Minister and the veteran NC leader, which they accepted. Several political leaders, including Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) chief [] The post CM Omar, Farooq Abdullah Attend Mehbooba Muftis Iftar Gathering appeared first on Kashmir Lif

SRINAGAR: Security forces on Sunday busted a hideout near the Sangla Top area of Surankote in Poonch district. Official said that a joint team of the police and army discovered the hideout during a search operation in the area. During the searches, security forces recovered three AK rifles with 23 magazines, pistol rounds, seven grenades, [] The post Militant Hideout Busted in JKs Poonch, Weapons Recovered appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: A seven-year-old girl sustained minor injuries during an exchange of fire between militants and security forces in the Kathua district on Sunday, officials said. The girl, identified as Anchal Kumari (7), daughter of Nago from Bihar, currently residing in Ward No. 11, Hiranagar, near Radha Swami Ashram, suffered a minor injury and was shifted [] The post Kathua Gunfight: 7-Year-Old Girl Caught in Crossfire, Injured appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: To ensure smooth vehicular movement and address parking constraints, the Gulmarg Development Authority has issued an advisory restricting the movement of heavy vehicles on the Tangmarg-Gulmarg route. According to the advisory, all heavy vehicles, including tempo travellers, buses, and public service vehicles with a seating capacity of more than ten passengers, will not be [] The post Tangmarg-Gulmarg Road Closed to Heavy Vehicles Until Further Notice appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: A gunfight broke out between security forces and militants in the Sanyal area of Hiranagar in Kathua district of Jammu, on Sunday. Quoting sources, KNO reported that, based on specific inputs about the presence of terrorists in Sanyal, a joint team of security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the area. As [] The post Encounter Breaks Out During Search Operation in JKs Kathua appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: An old rusted shell was found in Rajouri district of Jammu division on Sunday. PWD workers discovered The shell during link road construction work in Gurha, Ward No. 1, Saldar, Nagrota, Rajouri district. The workers informed the security forces, who arrived at the scene to defuse the shell. Meanwhile, the police have started an [] The post Old Explosive Shell Found in JKs Rajouri During Roadwork appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday inaugurated the Tawi Filmotsav, organised by the JK Cine Association, at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor extended his felicitations to the organisers, participating filmmakers, and everyone associated with the short film festival dedicated to promoting local talent. Cinema is an effective medium of education [] The post Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Inaugurates Tawi Filmotsav in Jammu appeared first on Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A 28-year-old painter died after falling from a height in the Panzinara area of Srinagar, central Kashmir, on Sunday. An official said that the youth died after falling from a height while working in Panzinara, Srinagar. He was identified as Jan Mohammad Dar, a 28-year-old painter, son of Abdul Ahad Dar, and a resident [] The post 28-Year-Old Falls to Death While Working in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday announced that infrastructure at the picturesque Pahalgam resort in South Kashmir is set to be outsourced through the Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode. Responding to a question from MLA Altaf Ahmad Wani, the Minister in charge of the Tourism Department said that the Jammu and Kashmir Tourist [] The post Govt to Outsource Pahalgam Club, Hutments Through Public-Private Partnership appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Police in Srinagar have booked three drug peddlers under the PIT NDPS Act. Continuing the crackdown against drug trafficking, Police in Srinagar have booked three infamous drug peddlers under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS Act), said a Police Spokesperson in a statement. The [] The post Three Drug Peddlers Booked Under PIT-NDPS Act in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Life .

by Masood Hussain JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir government revealed that the majority of the claims made by people under the Forests Rights Act (FRA) have been rejected and only 6020 titles have been issued across 20 districts. The total forest land involved was put at 3312 hectares (one hectare is 19.7684 kanals). While discussing [] The post Jammu Kashmir Government Rejected 86 Percent of Claims Made Under Forests Rights Act appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Four people, including three tourists and a local driver, were killed while 17 others were injured after their vehicle met with an accident near the Gund Kangan area of Ganderbal district on Sunday. Officials said a Toyota Etios collided with a bus near Gund Kangan, resulting in the accident. In this incident, four people, [] The post Gund Road Accident: Death Toll Rises to Four, 17 Injured; CM Offers Condolences appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said there has been no increase in newly registered cases of drug abuse in the Union Territory (UT) over the past three years. Responding to a question from MLA Bani Dr Rameshvar Singh, Health and Medical Education Department Minister Sakina Itoo said the Health Department in Jammu [] The post Jammu Kashmir Records No Rise in Drug Abuse Cases Over Three Years, Says Health Minister appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: At least three tourists were killed, while 14 others were injured after their vehicle met with an accident near the Gund Kangan area of Ganderbal district on Sunday. Officials said that a Toyota Etios collided with a bus near Gund Kangan, resulting in the accident. In this incident, three tourists were killed, while 14 [] The post Three Tourists Killed, 14 Injured in Kashmir Road Accident appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has made significant progress in expanding rural tap water supply under the ambitious Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), with the coverage now reaching 81.06 per cent of rural households, benefiting over 15.59 lakh homes out of 19.23 lakh. This marks a dramatic improvement from less than one-third of rural households receiving piped [] The post Jammu Kashmir Achieves 81.06 Per Cent Rural Tap Water Coverage Under JJM appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Secretariat has disallowed resolutions brought on issues like Article 370, detainees, and reservation policy. Sources said that the Assembly Secretariat has disallowed resolutions on matters like Article 370, detainees, and reservation. The resolutions on Article 370 have been disallowed under the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business [] The post Jammu Kashmir Assembly Disallows Resolutions on Article 370, Detainees, Reservation appeared

SRINAGAR: A youth was found dead under mysterious conditions in Rajouri district of Jammu division on Saturday. An official said that a youth was found dead in Rachwa village of Rajouri district near his home. He has been identified as Abdul Majid, a resident of Rachwa. Meanwhile, police have taken cognisance and started an investigation. [] The post Youth Found Dead Near Home; Police Begin Probe appeared first on Kashmir Life .

Before the glow of phone screens and the chime of digital alarms, the beat of the Saharkhwans drum was the pulse of Ramazans pre-dawn hours in Kashmir. Though his voice now competes with loudspeakers and clockwork precision, some Saharkhwans are still calling the faithful to rise to a rhythm that ties generations to their past, [] The post Kashmirs Sehri Keepers appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Real Kashmir Football Club (RKFC) secured a 2-1 victory over Delhi FC in an I-League match at Mahilpur Football Stadium, Punjab, on Sunday, moving to second place in the league standings. The result keeps RKFCs title hopes alive, as they now sit just two points behind Churchill Brothers with two matches remaining. The defeat [] The post Real Kashmir FC Secures Win Over Delhi FC, Climbs to Second Spot in I League appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has announced a series of power shutdowns across various districts to facilitate essential infrastructure work, including laying of standby supply lines, augmentation, tree cutting, and shifting of electrical utilities. March 23, 2025 Bemina and surrounding areas: Power supply to Children Hospital, State Motor Garages, Haj House, Forensic [] The post Power Shutdown Scheduled in Various Areas of Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir

SRINAGAR: Security forces recovered arms and ammunition in the Bhalra belt of Bhaderwah within the jurisdiction of the Bhaderwah Police Station. The 4 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 21 Counter Intelligence and Investigation Unit (CIIU), and 159 Territorial Army (TA) jointly conducted the operation. A senior security official confirmed it and said, During the joint search operation, [] The post Security Forces Seize Arms, Ammunition in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) has ramped up its enforcement actions against offshore online gaming entities as part of a wider crackdown on tax evasion in the sector. The online money gaming industry, which includes both domestic and foreign operators, has come under increased scrutiny for failing to [] The post DGGI Intensifies Crackdown on Offshore Online Gaming Entities Amid Tax Evasion Concerns appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Government of India has sanctioned Rs 42-crore Agri-Excellence project focused on integrating electronics and ICT in crop management. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has approved the project for Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), which will serve as the nodal agency. The project, spanning four years, [] The post GoI Approves Rs 42-Crore Agri-Excellence Project for SKUAST-K appeared first on Kashmir

by Zikra Tariq That is the beauty of our women; they orchestrate feasts, yet their labour remains unseen, unnoticed. There is no commotion, no flurry of exhaustiononly the quiet mastery of care. It begins with anticipationthe quiet thrill of being among those who understand the rhythms of your land. Then, anticipation becomes reality when the [] The post What Does Home Taste Like? appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir government has invited bids for the preparation of detailed project reports (DPRs) for three major ropeway projects, including an 11.60 km stretch from Baltal to the Amarnath cave shrine, aimed at easing pilgrim movement during the annual yatra. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, in a written reply to the J and [] The post Bids Invited for Baltal Amarnath Ropeway, Other Key Projects in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Life .

JAMMU: The Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly has announced the formation of a House Committee to investigate alleged acts of commission and omission in the Jal Shakti Department, which oversees water supply across the region. The decision comes amid growing concerns among lawmakers over a lack of transparency and widespread irregularities in the [] The post Jammu Kashmir Assembly Forms House Committee to Probe Irregularities in Jal Shakti Department appeared first on Kashmir Life .

SRINAGAR: Member of Parliament from Srinagar, Syed Aga Ruhullah has expressed concerns over the continued incarceration of political prisoners from the region, urging their immediate release. In a statement shared on social media ahead of Jumuatul-Wida, he highlighted the plight of detained activists in Indian jails. Ruhullah referred to the case of Khurram, who has [] The post Kashmir MP Concerned Over Political Prisoners, Human Rights Activists appeared first on Kashmir Life .