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SRINAGAR, MAY 19: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today, joined peoples movement against drugs in Pulwama and addressed the citizens. He urged the people to strike the final blow against drug abuse, so together we dismantle the narco-terror network and save our young generation from addiction. This past month, Jammu Kashmir has witnessed public spirit awaken. In Baramulla I saw thousands raising their voices against drugs. Similarly, in Jammu, Samba, Udhampur, Kathua, Srinagar and other distric

Oslo, May 19 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with Denmarks Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen ahead of the third India-Nordic Summit. The meeting comes in-line with series of engagements to strengthen relationship with Nordic countries. Earlier PM Modi held bilateral meeting with Finlands PM Petteri Orpo Frostadottir and Icelands PM Kristrun Mjoll Frostadottir. PM Modi is set to join the third India-Nordic Summit in the capital, convening with the prime ministers

Srinagar, May 19 : In connection with the 36th martyrdom anniversary of Shaheed-e-Millat Mirwaiz Moulvi Muhammad Farooq (RA), a large blood donation camp was organised today at Ganj Bakhsh Park, Nowhatta, Srinagar, under the aegis of Mirwaiz Foundation in collaboration with Ujala Cygnus Amandeep Hospital. A large number of people, especially youth, enthusiastically participated in the humanitarian initiative. The participants included students, volunteers, women and members of civil society, who

Bijnor , May 19 : The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday registered a First Information Report (FIR) into an alleged case of religious conversion reported within the frontier district of Kupwara. The police have launched an investigation into the matter, while cautioning the general public against spreading unverified reports or disturbing communal harmony. A case relating to alleged religious conversion has been reported in Kupwara. Cognisance of the matter has been taken, and an FIR under rel

Mumbai rarely rewards overcommitment in office decisions. Rentals stay high, exits are slow, and interior investments tend to get locked in longer than expected. Most leadership teams already know this. What has changed is how they are responding to it. Across office spaces in Mumbai, a quieter shift is visible.Fewer companies are rushing into long leases. More are asking how to stay flexible without losing control of the workplace. That is where managed offices are steadily entering the convers

Tehran , May 19 : Iran Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has termed the contradictory and excessive behaviours of the United States as a major obstacle to diplomacy, Al Jazeera quoting the Irans ISNA news agency reported. Speaking during a meeting with Pakistan Interior Minister Seyed Mohsin Naqvi, Araghchi said Iran remains deeply suspicious of the US establishment due to what he described as repeated breaches of promises in the past, ISNA news agency reported. The meeting between Araghchi

Srinagar, May 19: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast partly to generally cloudy weather across Jammu and Kashmir from May 19 to 21, with spells of light rain, thundershowers, gusty winds and possible hailstorms expected at scattered to many places, mainly during afternoon and evening hours. According to the weather department, generally dry weather is likely from May 22 to 25 during the forenoon, while brief showers may occur at isolated to scattered places towards afternoon and lat

Washington DC , May 19 : US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) said that he has put off a planned attack on Iran for a short period amid big discussions with the country over the ongoing West Asia crisis. Speaking to reporters, Trump said that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and some other countries had requested the US to delay the action for a few days as they believed negotiations were close to yielding a deal. I put it (attack on Iran) off for a little while, hopefully m

Srinagar, May 18: Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary on Monday felicitated young boxing sensation Mohammad Yaseer for his historic gold medal at Under-15 Asian Boxing Championship held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The 14-year-old boxing prodigy from Rajouri, scripted history by winning the gold medal in the 58-kg category after defeating the host nation Uzbekistan in the final bout. Representing India at the prestigious championship, the young boxer display

Srinagar, May 18: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, on Monday highlighted the governments initiatives towards strengthening the digital infrastructure, promoting technological innovation and encouraging youth participation in sports and recreational activities across Jammu & Kashmir. The Ministerwas speakingduring a one-day seminar organised by the Institution of Engineers (In

Srinagar, May 18: Kashmir Medical College (KMC),Sempora on Monday organised a Mega Free Medical Camp at its campus,witnessing an overwhelming response as thousands of patients from different parts of Kashmir thronged the institution to avail free healthcare services. The day-long camp was inaugurated in the presence of Managing Director KMC, Tausif Ahmad; Executive Director Insha Qazi; Principal/Dean KMC Prof. Dr. Nazir Ahmad Khan; Medical Superintendent Dr. Syed Mubashir, heads of departments,

Shopian, May 18: In a major push towards public awareness and community participation, a mega district-level self-enumeration awareness programme for Census 2027 was successfully conducted on Monday at GDC Shopian. The programme, which commenced on May 17, will continue till May 31, 2026. Deputy Commissioner (DC)/Principal Census Officer, Shopian, Shishir Gupta who was the Chief Guest on the occasion, emphasized the landmark shift toward citizen-led digital data collection. Addressing the gather

Srinagar, May 18: Central Kashmir Excise Range has intensified its crackdown against the illicit cultivation of Narcotic crops (Poppy) under the Nasha Mukht Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan. Destruction of illegal poppy cultivation was held at multiple locations across the Srinagar-Budgam-Ganderbal Excise Range including Zonimar Eidgah and Ichgam Budgam in collaboration with Police, Revenue and AgricultureDepartment. Accordingly,the FIRwas lodged under the relevant sections of NDPS Act at the concerned

Kulgam, May 18: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, ShahzadAlam on Monday convened a meeting of officersto review the arrangements put in place for the upcoming festive occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. During the meeting, the DC directedofficers ofJal Shakti Department and KPDCL to ensure smooth supply of water and electricity across the district. He also instructed the Jal Shakti Department to keep water tankers available in required areas and ensure that no locality faces any shortage of drinking water. Distr

Focus on reviving non-functional segregation sheds, compost pits, waste vehicles Umar Raina Srinagar, May 18: The government has earmarked 10 per cent of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) Capex Grants for the operation and maintenance of rural sanitation and Solid & Liquid Waste Management (SLWM) assets across Jammu andKashmir, a move aimed at strengthening the sustainability of infrastructure created under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G), officials said. The decision, taken earlier thi

Participates in all 6 Reform Areas, 19 Action Points Ovaise Gul Srinagar, May 18: The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has emerged as an Aspiring Leader under the States Startup Ranking Framework (SRF), a flagship initiative of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) aimed at strengthening startup ecosystems across the country. As per the details accessed by Rising Kashmir, J&K has participated in all 6 Reform Areas and 19 Action Points under the 5th edition of St

Only one shoulder bag allowed during Mina-Arafat-Muzdalifah movement Ovaise Gul Srinagar, May 18: The Indian Haj Pilgrims Office in Makkah has issued strict guidelines for Indian pilgrims regarding luggage during the Mashair movement covering Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah, ahead of the core Haj rituals scheduled from May 25 to May 30. In a circular issued by Vice Consul (Haj) and In-Charge IHPO Makkah, Mohammad Ali Jouher, all State Haj Inspectors (SHIs)have beendirected to ensure that each pilgri

KU research reveals rapid glacier retreat across Himalayas; deep climatic disturbance underway, warn scientists STUDY HIGHLIGHTS Abid Bashir Srinagar, May 18: A study conducted by researchers from the University of Kashmir (KU) has warned that nearly 70 per cent of glaciers across Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh could disappear by the end of this century if current climate trends continue, raising fears of a major ecological transformation in the Himalayan region. The study and related glacier researc

No disruption; avoid panic buying; stocks continuously monitored RK News Service Srinagar, May 18:The overall fuel supply position in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir continues to remain stable and adequate, a top official of the Oil Industry said on Monday. Oil Industrys State Level Coordinator, Himanshu Sharmasaid the entire supplychain, including terminals, depots, and retail outlets,is functioning efficiently without any disruption. In a statement issued here, Sharma informed that Pu

Abid Bashir Srinagar, May 18: Jammu and Kashmir on Monday witnessed one of the hottest days of the season so far as an intense early summer heatwave tightened its grip across the Union Territory, pushing temperatures several degrees above normal and raising concerns over public health, water stress and agricultural impact. The Valley, traditionally known for its mild summers, experienced unusually hotconditions with Srinagar recordinga maximum temperature of 31.5C, which was 6.1 degrees above no

Event at Sports Stadium at 10:30 am; DC invites public to participate Younus Rashid Pulwama, May 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will lead apadyatra atSports Stadium, Pulwama on Tuesday as part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu KashmirAbhiyaan, aimed at spreadingawareness against drug abuse across the Union Territory, officials said. The programme is scheduled to begin at 10:30 am and will feature an address by the Lieutenant Governor before the padyatra. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama Dr Ba

Directs completion of pending works before yatra RK News Service Srinagar, May 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday conducted an on-site inspection and reviewed ongoing construction works and pilgrim facilities at the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk, Srinagar. He directed officials to expedite progress and ensure completion of pending works well before the commencement of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Lieutenant Governor also reviewed arrangements for t

People now coming out openly against terrorism Shafat Malik Srinagar, May 18: Asserting that Kashmir had begun feeling the pain of terrorism directly after the Pahalgam terror attack, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said public attitudes towards terrorism were changing, with more people openly distancing themselves from terror and violence. In an interview with a national television channel, Sinha observed that change was becoming increasingly visible in public reactions to terror inci

RK News Service SRINAGAR, MAY 18: The delegates of Committee on Government Assurances of Legislative Council Bihar, Minority Welfare Committee of Committee of Legislative Assembly Bihar and Committee on Government Assurances of the Legislative Assembly Jharkhand, on Monday visited the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and called on the Speaker, J&K Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather. The Speaker welcomed the committee members and highlighted the important role of the Committee on Gover

Srinagar, May 18: Amid growing public concern triggered by global oil market uncertainty and the continuing conflict in West Asia, authorities on Monday clarified that fuel supplies across Jammu & Kashmir remain stable, sufficient and uninterrupted. State Level Coordinator, Oil Industry, Himanshu Sharma, said there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) anywhere in the Union Territory, urging people not to indulge in panic buying or unnecessary stockpiling. According t

Shimla , May 18 : Eight employees, including a concerned Assistant Returning Officer (ARO), have been booked after two ballot papers meant for the Himachal Pradesh Panchayat elections allegedly went missing during ballot paper writing work in Solan districts Kunihar area, officials said. The district administration has also removed all the employees concerned from election duty following the incident. According to officials, the work related to the postal ballots and ballot paper writing has bee

Reasi , May 18 : The District Administration Reasi has issued a public advisory regarding the emergent silt flushing operation of the Salal Dam Reservoir at Salal Power Station, Jyotipuram. According to the advisory issued by the Office of the District Magistrate, Reasi, the spillway gates of Salal Dam will remain open from May 21, 2026 to May 30, 2026, at 9 AM for reservoir silt flushing. During this period, the water level in the River Chenab is expected to rise by around 2 to 3 meters in seve

New Delhi [India], May 18 : Amid the Ebola outbreak that resulted in nearly 100 deaths in eastern Congos Ituri province with several suspected, Dr NK Arora, AIIMS Bilaspur President, urged calm to the citizens, saying there is no reason to panic in India. No, there is absolutely no reason for panicking, because this is a disease or a virus, which does not spread too rapidly. But in the process, the virus leads to countries, particularly from geographical areas where the virus is currently circul

Leh (Ladakh) [India], May 18 : The Lieutenant Governor of UT Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has accorded sanction to the reconstitution of the Ladakh Police (Subordinate) Service Recruitment Board to strengthen transparent, fair and efficient recruitment processes in the Ladakh Police. According to an official release, the reconstitution of the Board has been approved following a proposal received from the Police Headquarters in Ladakh, in view of administrative changes and the unavailability of ce

New Delhi [India], May 18 : The Rouse Avenue court on Monday granted nine days custody of Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar to the CBI who was arrested in Pune in connection with the NEET UG Paper leak case. The CBI alleged that he is actively involved in the conspiracy of leakage of the chemistry exam paper before the NEET UG Exam 2026. He runs an RCC Institute of Coaching in Latur, Maharashtra. Special CBI Judge Ajay Gupta granted the custody. The CBI sought 10 days custody of Motegaonkar. While g

Srinagar, May 18: The commemorative events marking the 36th martyrdom anniversary of noted religious and political leader Shaheed-e-Millat Mirwaiz Molvi Muhammad Farooq (RA) commenced Today with a grand Husn-i-Qiraat programme at the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar. Organised by Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid Srinagar, the spiritually significant event witnessed participation from students representing dozens of Islamic seminaries and educational institutions from across Kashmir, who showcased their ex

Srinagar, May 18: The Food Safety Wing of the Drugs and Food Control Organization, Jammu & Kashmir, has launched a special inspection drive across hotels and government residential facilities accommodating employees during the ongoing bi-annual Darbar Move period, officials said on Sunday. According to officials, the drive was initiated on the directions of the Commissioner, Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K, to ensure that employees residing in government-arranged accommodations are prov

New Delhi [India], May 18 : The Indian Public sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have managed to reduce their losses to Rs 750 crores a day down from Rs 1000 crores a day earlier amid the ongoing West Asia crisis that has been putting pressure on the oil companies due to disruption in crude oil supplies. The update was given to media by Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas during an Inter-Ministerial press briefing on Monday. This development comes after the P

Srinagar, May 18 : LG Manoj Sinha on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic road accident in Lakhimpur Kheri that claimed several lives. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said, The news of the road accident in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, in which several people lost their lives, is extremely heartbreaking.I express my deep condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured. The accident has reportedly left multiple people dead and several others

Norway, May 18 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stre of Norway as part of the latters two-day official visit to the Nordic country. PM Modi was welcomed by his Norwegian counterpart at the Government Guest House in Oslo, where the bilateral engagement took place.The meeting comes as part of the fourth leg of Prime Minister Modis five-nation tour after he visited the UAE, the Netherlands and Sweden. In a historic milestone for bilate

Kashmir-Based EdTech Startup Koshur Scientist Launches Panah to Address Growing Mental Health Challenges Among Youth Srinagar, May 18: In a major initiative aimed at supporting the emotional well-being of students and young people in Kashmir, Koshur Scientist, a rapidly emerging education technology startup from the Valley, has officially launched Panah, a dedicated mental health and wellness platform focused on providing accessible emotional support, guidance, and mentorship to students. The pl

Tehran , May 18 : Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday defended Tehrans decision to pursue negotiations with the United States, saying dialogue conducted with dignity is necessary while stressing that Iran will continue defending its national rights. According to the Iranian Students News Agency (ISNA), Pezeshkian made the remarks during a public relations gathering of executive agencies titled Iranian Narrators.It is not logical to say that we will not negotiate, the Pezeshkian said. T

Epilepsy in children is a chronic neurological condition characterised by two or more unprovoked, recurring seizures resulting from sudden, abnormal electrical activity in the brain, affecting approximately 50 million people globally and making it one of the most common neurological diseases worldwide, with the burden in India remaining high due to infections, birth-related complications, delayed diagnosis, and limited neurological services. In an interview withRising Kashmirs Senior Reporter an

2.94 lakh domestic tourists via Banihal road 1.47 lakh air arrivals 55,997 via Nowgam railway station Aatif Qayoom Srinagar, May 17: Kashmir is witnessing a strong tourism surge this year, driven by better air, road and rail connectivity, with official figures showing that more than 5.21 lakh tourists visited the Valley in just four and a half months of 2026. The latest tourism data reveals that5,21,481tourists arrived in Kashmir between January and May 14.The numberincludes5,13,286domestic tour

Projects in Srinagar, Baramulla, Rajouri to reduce open dumping, pollution, public health risks; generate employment Srinagar, May 17: The Chief Minister Omar Abdullah-led Council of Ministershasapproved major projects aimed at strengthening solid waste and used-water management systems in Srinagar, Baramulla, and Rajouri at a combined cost of nearlyRs 433 crore. These projects are expected to significantly improve sanitation, protect public health, and promote sustainable urban development, a g

Aatif Qayoom Srinagar, May 17: Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Nasir-ul-IslamFarooqi on Sunday announcedthat Eid-ul-Adha will be observedacrossUnion Territory on May 27, 2026. According to an official statement issued from theoffice of the Grand Mufti,the crescent moon for the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah 1447 Hijri was sighted on Sunday evening. With the beginning of the new month from Monday, May 18, Eid-ul-Adha will accordingly be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27. The announcementwas made af

Facility available till May 31; Houselisting from June 1 to 30 RK News Service Srinagar, May 17: The Self-Enumeration (SE) facility for Census 2027 commenced on Sunday in Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gujarat, and Puducherry and will remain available till May 31, 2026, with the corresponding Houselisting and Housing Census field operations to be conducted from June 1 to June 30, 2026, according to an official statement. The SE facility, introduced for the first time in Census operations, has receiv

Gothenburg, May 18 : Reiterating that terrorism poses a grave challenge to the whole of humanity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (local time) expressed his gratitude to Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson for support during the Pahalgam terror attack and stated that both countries would continue the fight against terrorism and its backers. Speaking at the CEO Round Table in Gothenburg, PM Modi stressed the special significance that both Sweden and India hold in the present-day tense e

Bandipora, May 17: Dr. Ajay Kumar Tikoo, Director AYUSH Jammu & Kashmir, undertook an official tour of District Bandipora to assess the functioning of AYUSH Health & Wellness Centres (AHWCs) and review the implementation of AYUSH programs at the grassroots level. During the visit, the Director inspected several AHWCs including AHWC Nadihal, AHWC Ajis, and AHWC Aragam. He interacted extensively with the staff, appreciating their dedication while also seeking feedback on day-to-day challenges, pat

Srinagar, May 18: Haji Khazir Mohammad Sheikh, father of incarcerated Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid, passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences after a prolonged illness, family sources confirmed. 85, Haji Khazir Mohammad Sheikh was initially admitted to the Chest Diseases Hospital in Srinagar. As his condition deteriorated, he was shifted to SMHS Hospital and later referred to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment, where he breathed his last. Family members said he had been

89% backlog mutations approved in district RK News Service Anantnag, May 17: Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat on Saturday inspected the Digitisation Section at Dak Bungalow Khanabal and tookfirsthand stock of the status of digitisation of the revenue record. He was accompanied by ADC, ACR, Tehsildar Anantnag and other concerned officials. On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner took a detailed assessment of progress on digitisation and enquired from Patwaris and other depu

Srinagar, May 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (J&K BOPEE) on Sunday conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for GNM/ANM Courses-2026 for the academic session 2026-27 at designated Centres within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In Kashmir division, the test was conducted at Amar Singh College, KGP Gogjibagh and S. P. College, M.A. Road and Government College of Education, M.A. Road, Centres. In Jammu division, it was conducted at the Government SPM

Anantnag, May 17: In continuationto intensified food safety inspections across tourist destinations, a team of Food Safety officials Anantnag on Sunday sealed M/S Lucky Palace Dhaba and two Nanwai shops at Pahalgam after it foundthe premises operating under severe unhygienic conditions. During the inspection, the establishments were found violating basic food safety and hygiene requirements prescribed under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and the rules and regulations thereunder includin

Kupwara, May 17: Self-enumeration drive under the ongoing Census 2027 commenced in Kupwara district on Sunday with district authorities including the Deputy Commissioner who is also the Principal Census Officer, Shrikant Suse, completing the self-enumeration to launch the process. The Deputy Commissioner has urged all residents to complete their self-enumeration. He stressed that the initiative is simple, secure and convenient, allowing citizens to submit census details at their own. Public part

Anantnag, May 17: As part of Census-2027, the Self-Enumeration (Digital Mode) Exercise, scheduled from May 17 to 31, 2026 and preceding the House Listing Operations (June 01 to 30, 2026), kicked off today in Anantnag. The Deputy Commissioner (DC) who is also the Principal Census Officer, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, formally inaugurated the self-enumeration facilitation counter/camp at the DC office. Setting an example, the DC completed his self-enumeration activity in the presence of other concern