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Srinagar, Oct 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said the Kashmir Marathon is emerging as a flagship sporting event, strengthening Jammu and Kashmir's position as a global sports tourism destination, boosting tourism and inspiring a culture of fitness and healthy living across the region. He made these remarks after flagging off the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon from Polo Ground, Srinagar, where over 2,000 runners from Jammu and Kashmir, other parts of the country and abroad came

Srinagar, Oct 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday highlighted the growing international stature of the Kashmir Marathon, saying the event has earned recognition on the global running circuit and has helped position Srinagar among the cities hosting prestigious long-distance races. He said participants from across India and abroad act as ambassadors of Jammu and Kashmir, carrying back memories of its hospitality and natural beauty. Addressing the award ceremony of the Kashmir Marathon,

Education is often described as the foundation of society, but the phrase has become so familiar that its deeper meaning is sometimes lost. In Kashmir, children continue to enter classrooms carrying the hopes of their families and communities. They are expected to secure high marks, gain admission to prestigious institutions and eventually find stable employment. Yet the central purpose of education is frequently reduced to examination results. A student may score well and still struggle to thin

Srinagar, Oct 25: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Traffic Kashmir, Haseeb-ur-Rehman, on Sunday appreciated Srinagar Traffic Police for managing traffic arrangements during the Kashmir Marathon 2026, ensuring smooth movement of vehicles and minimum inconvenience to commuters. The DIG praised traffic officers and personnel for their coordinated efforts, advance planning and professional handling of traffic restrictions during the international sporting event. According to an official statement, tra

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

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

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

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: 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: 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

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: 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 22 : Kashmirs autumn tourism is set to receive a major boost with the opening of the Chrysanthemum Garden, where around 3.5 lakh flowering plants have been planted, with the bloom expected to continue until early December, Director Floriculture, Gardens and Parks, Kashmir, Mathoora Masoom, said on Thursday. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a function in Srinagar, Masoom said the garden had been developed with expanded flower beds, vibrant floral displays, water features, p

Srinagar, Oct 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has enhanced the monthly stipend for MBBS and BDS interns, including Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs), from 12,300 to 25,000. According to Government Order No. 747-JK(HME) of 2026, issued by the Health and Medical Education Department on October 21, the revised stipend will be effective retrospectively from October 1, 2026. The order was issued by the department following a reference to the Finance Departments communication dated October 20, 202

Jammu, Oct 21 : The body of a woman was found floating in water along Dharap Road in Jammu on Wednesday, officials said. An official said that the body was spotted by local residents, who informed the authorities. A police team reached the spot and initiated the necessary legal proceedings. The body is being shifted to Government Medical College (GMC) Hospital, Jammu, for medico-legal formalities. The identity of the deceased woman and the circumstances leading to her death have not been ascerta

Srinagar, Oct 21: In an initiative aimed at making healthcare information more accessible, PARAS Health Srinagar has launched One Minute with PARAS, a public health awareness campaign designed to address everyday health concerns, highlight key medical facilities and services, and help people seek expert guidance on issues that matter to them. The campaign will focus on common health problems, lifestyle-related diseases, preventive healthcare, important medical developments and the advanced faci

Srinagar, October 21: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha paid solemn tribute to police personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day. Remembering the courage, dedication and patriotism of the brave martyrs, the Lieutenant Governor said that their service and sacrifice remain an enduring source of inspiration for Jammu Kashmir and the nation. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor expressed gratitude to all police martyrs and conveyed

Sopore, Oct 21 : Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sopore Neha Jain (IPS) on Wednesday paid rich tributes to police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty, observing Police Commemoration Day with solemn ceremonies at the district police lines. Speaking on the occasion, SSP Jain (IPS) as per news agency Kashmir News Service (KNS) said October 21 is observed every year to honour the supreme sacrifice of police martyrs who gave their lives in the service of the nation, and that

Srinagar witnessed an exciting automotive milestone on 19th October 2026, as Kitab Mobility Pvt. Ltd., Kashmir Honda KMPL Tower, Bypass Hyderpora proudly hosted the launch of the new Honda Elevate facelift. The event was graced by the presence of Mr. Ufair Ajaz Kitab, Director of Kitab Mobility Pvt. Ltd., alongside popular radio personality RJ Sameen Khan, senior managers, staff members, and distinguished guests. Their collective presence added grandeur to the unveiling ceremony, reflecting th

Srinagar, Oct 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday expressed Grief over the tragic bus accident in Udhampur. In a post on X, Office of LG wrote, Distressed to learn about the loss of lives due to a tragic bus accident in Ramnagar, Udhampur. My condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. I have directed the District Administration to provide all necessary assistance to the affected families and ensure the best possible treatment to those who h

Srinagar, Oct 21: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic passenger bus accident at Gulli Gala, Latti, in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, which claimed two lives and left several others injured. In a post on X, Office of CM wrote, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic passenger bus accident at Gulli Gala, Latti, in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, which claimed two lives and left several others

Srinagar, Oct 21 : The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) has announced that the protest by MBBS and BDS interns will continue today across all Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) in Jammu and Kashmir and SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, until the official written government order confirming the stipend hike is issued. AIMSA representatives Dr Danish Ali and Dr Farhan of GMC Srinagar, along with Dr Jabran Khan of GMC Rajouri, reiterated that the interns would not call off their protest