Jammu & kashmir

EOW Kashmir action leads to Rs 4.50 crore refund to 13 HDFC Bank depositors

Srinagar: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K on Tuesday said its swift and time-bound action in the Shopian HDFC Bank irregularities case led to the refund of around Rs 4.50 crore to 13 affected depositors. In a statement a spokesperson said HDFC Bank had refunded the amounts to 13 depositors affected []

Man Found Dead Near National Highway in Jammu Kashmir

SRINAGAR: A man was found dead near the National Highway at Lamberi in the Nowshera area of Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district on Tuesday, officials said. The body was noticed by passersby, who informed the police, following which a police team reached the spot and took it into custody. Police said the deceased has not []

Man found dead near NH in Nowshera

Rajouri, Sept 15: A man was found dead near the National Highway at Lamberi in the Nowshera area of Rajouri district on Tuesday, officials said. An official said that the body was spotted by passersby, who informed the police. A police team subsequently reached the spot and took the body into custody. He said the body has been kept for identification, while further legal formalities are being carried out. Meanwhile, police have appealed to people who may have information about the deceased to come forward and help establish his identity. (KNO)

Jammu Kashmir Govt To Table Three Major Reform Bills in Autumn Assembly Session

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government is set to place three major reform-oriented Bills before the Legislative Assembly during the forthcoming Autumn Session, with the proposed legislation focusing on GST reforms, municipal governance and Ease of Doing Business (EoDB). The Assembly session is scheduled to begin on September 21 and continue until September 30, with []

VDG member sustains gunshot wound in Udhampur, hospitalised

Udhampur, Sept 15: A Village Defence Guard (VDG) member sustained a gunshot wound to his abdomen after his rifle went off accidentally in the Majalta area of Udhampur district on Tuesday, officials said. An official said that the VDG member was injured after his rifle went off accidentally in Majalta, Udhampur, causing a gunshot wound to his abdomen. He was soon shifted to a hospital for treatment, while his condition was not immediately known. He was later identified as Parshotam Lal, a resident of Chore Panjian in Majalta. Meanwhile, an investigation has begun, while the exact circumstances leading to the incident are being ascertained.(KNO)

Rajouri Police bust LeT-linked terror module, arrest three OGWs; IED recovered during probe

Rajouri , September 15 : Rajouri Police have busted an Over Ground Worker (OGW) network allegedly linked with terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operating in the Pir Panjal region, resulting in the arrest of three accused persons, officials said. The arrested individuals have been identified as Zakir Hussain, son of Ghulam Hussain, a resident of Kotcharwal Teryath in Rajouri; Mohd Azam, son of Ali Bahadur, a resident of Kotcharwal Teryath; and Mohd Mushtaq, son of Mohd Iqbal, a resident of Udhan in Rajouri. According to police, the arrests were made during the investigation of a terror module allegedly operating in the Pir Panjal region. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused were allegedly involved in providing logistical support, safe transit and other ground-level assistance to terrorists. Police said the investigation has further revealed that the accused allegedly acted as guides and facilitated the movement of terrorist groups towards the Kashmir Valley. They are also suspected to have provided ground support to terrorists linked with multiple high-profile attacks, including an attack targeting civilians. During the course of the investigation, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered based on the disclosure of one of the accused, police said. Preliminary findings indicate that the device was allegedly handed over to the accused by members of a terrorist group for safe custody and its possible use in a targeted attack, officials added. The police said the recovery of the IED and the arrests have provided crucial leads in further investigations into the terror network operating in the region. Rajouri Police are continuing efforts to dismantle the entire support structure associated with terrorist activities in the area. The investigation is focused on identifying additional associates, uncovering the full network and ascertaining the extent of the accused persons alleged involvement. Officials said further investigation is underway and more details are expected as the probe progresses.

Jammu Kashmir Police Bust Alleged LeT-Linked OGW Module, Arrest Three

SRINAGAR: Police in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district have arrested three persons for their alleged involvement in an Over Ground Worker (OGW) network linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), officials said. The arrests were made during an investigation into a suspected terror module operating in the Pir Panjal region, police said. The accused have been identified as []

Northern Railway Changes Passenger Entry, Exit Routes at Jammu Tawi From September 16

SRINAGAR: Northern Railway will introduce temporary changes to passenger entry and exit arrangements at Jammu Tawi Railway Station from September 16 as redevelopment work continues at the station. Under the revised circulation plan, passengers will enter the station through the Platform No. 1 side, which is the old entry point. Passengers completing their journey will []

US watchdog tallies Iran war's toll on weapons stockpiles, military bases

A US government watchdog released its first report on the impact of the Iran war on Monday, acknowledging the military's advanced weapons shortfalls and offering the first public look at the damage to American aircraft, bases and diplomatic outposts in the Middle East. Much of the information has been previously reported over the past six months, but the Pentagon inspector general's report offered the fullest official accounting so far of the conflict's costs in American lives, taxpayer dollars and physical damage. It included information from the watchdogs for the Defence and State departments as well as the US Agency for International Development. The report, whose publication was first reported by NBC News, noted that the US war with Iran has resulted in strategic inventory shortfalls and revealed industrial base bottlenecks for munitions resupply in regard to advanced weapons. Experts have previously said it will take about three years for military contractors to replenish ...

PIB Srinagar media delegation visits Dakshina Chitra Heritage Museum

Chennai, Sep 14: A 13 member media delegation from Jammu and Kashmir, organised by Press Information Bureau (PIB), Srinagar, visited Dakshina Chitra Heritage Museum at Muttukadu, Tamil Nadu, on Monday as part of press tour being conducted by PIB Srinagar from Sep 13 to 19. The delegation was briefed about the museum and its heritage structures by curator Lakuma Chebrolu. She explained the architectural features of the traditional homes preserved at the museum and provided information about the different regional styles represented there. The museum houses reconstructed traditional heritage homes from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. The delegation was informed that the houses were carefully dismantled and reconstructed at the site with the involvement of regional artisans and traditional master builders. The visiting media delegation also explored the traditional streetscapes and living environments recreated at the museum, providing an insight into the architectural and cultural traditions of the southern states. Sharath Nambiar, Director, Dakshina Chitra, interacted with the delegation and briefed them about the history of the museum and its role in preserving India's tangible and intangible cultural heritage. He also highlighted the support extended by the Government, particularly the Ministry of Culture, which provided land for the institution and continues to extend assistance from time to time. The visit provided the media delegation an opportunity to understand the preservation and presentation of traditional architecture, indigenous crafts and performing arts, and their relevance for contemporary audiences. Later the delegation also met Sanjay Ghosh, Deputy Director, CBFC Chennai. The delegation is led by Shahid Mohammad Lone, Field Publicity Officer (FPO), Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), serving as the Conducting Officer, with Ifham Ul Islam Information Assistant, PIB Srinagar accompanying the delegation. The media tour of Srinagar based journalists is also significant since Jammu and Kashmir and Tamil Nadu are states paired together under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB).

Executive program on labour law, social security compliance concludes at GNLU

Gandhinagar, Sep 12: The inaugural cohort of the Executive Development Program on Labour Law and Social Security Compliance (EPFO at Core) concluded on Monday at Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) with a valedictory and certificate distribution ceremony. Jointly developed by GNLU and the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Academy of Social Security (PDUNASS), the apex training academy of the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), the three-month executive programme brought together 60 industry practitioners for rigorous hybrid learning, practical case studies and written assessments. The programme was conceptualised by Kumar Rohit, Additional Central PF Commissioner (HQ) and Director, PDUNASS, to address the persistent gap between classroom theory and practical enterprise compliance. The initiative seeks to foster a cultural shift in corporate governancefrom defensive and reactive compliance to informed and ethical compliance. The vision took institutional shape through sustained collaboration with Prof. (Dr.) S. Shanthakumar, Director, GNLU, whose academic leadership and commitment contributed significantly to establishing a specialised platform for social security education. Dr. Nitin Malik, Registrar, GNLU, provided proactive institutional facilitation and administrative support. A key feature of the programme is its dynamic and evolving curriculum, designed to respond continuously to statutory reforms, technological advancements and changing workplace environments. During the inaugural cycle, the curriculum was updated in real time to incorporate transition mechanisms under the Code on Social Security 2020, the revised EPF, EPS and EDLI scheme frameworks, and operational practices aligned with live EPFO digital portal workflows. Launched on May 29, 2026, the programme commenced on June 5 and featured 23 interactive evening sessions led by 16 senior resource persons, including EPFO policymakers and legal academics. The programme culminated in a four-day campus immersion at GNLU from September 9 to 12, featuring practical compliance case studies and formal written evaluations. The valedictory ceremony was chaired by Chief Guest Dr. Justice K. J. Thakar, Former Judge of the High Courts of Gujarat and Allahabad and Chairperson of Gujarat State Human Rights Commission. Highlighting the constitutional and human dimensions of social welfare, Justice Thakar observed that provident fund legislation constitutes a foundational safety net for Indias workforce. Drawing upon his extensive judicial experience, he commended the joint institutional initiative and congratulated Kumar Rohit for identifying an important systemic need and translating it into an impactful executive education programme. Addressing the participants, Kumar Rohit said: This initiative is designed to drive a lasting cultural paradigm shift in enterprise governancetransitioning from defensive, checklist compliance to informed, ethical compliance. When compliance is executed with accuracy at the source, returns are clean, administrative friction dissolves, and social security entitlements reach the worker swiftly and with dignity. As the inaugural cohort, you carry the responsibility of being practitioners and ambassadors of this standard across Indias industrial landscape. Kumar Rohit expressed his gratitude to Prof. (Dr.) S. Shanthakumar for his vision and academic leadership; Dr. Nitin Malik for institutional facilitation; and Prof. (Dr.) Girish R., Head, Academic Affairs, GNLU, Dr. Asha Verma, Assistant Professor of Law and Dr. Hardik H. Parikh, Assistant Professor of Law and Programme Coordinator, for curating, coordinating and steering the programme, with sustained coordination support from Sudhanshi Sikarwar, Teaching and Research Associate (Law), GNLU. He placed on record his appreciation for the guidance and support extended by the Advisory Board of the Executive Development Programme, comprising Amit Vashisht, Additional Central Provident Fund Commissioner, and Regional Provident Fund Commissioners-I Uttam Prakash, Manoranjan Kumar, Prashant Sharma, Sanjay Kumar Rai and Ram Anand. The ceremony was attended by senior officers, including Sudeepta Ghosh, Additional CPFC (Gujarat), and Manoranjan Kumar, RPFC-I, PDUNASS. Dr. Hardik Parikh presented the programme report, outlining its pedagogical outcomes and participant performance. In view of the strong nationwide response to the inaugural programme, PDUNASS and GNLU announced that admissions for the second batch will open shortly.

Mandeep Kaur launches Swachhata Internship for Kashmir schools

Srinagar, Sep 14: Commissioner, Housing & Urban Development Department, Mandeep Kaur Monday launched the Swachhata Internship Programme for schools across Kashmir Division, aimed at involving the students directly in cleanliness, waste segregation and scientific waste management. The programme was launched at Amar Singh College, Srinagar, in presence of Ram Niwas Sharma, Commissioner Secretary Education who attended as the guest of honour and Dr. Devansh Yadav, Mission Director, Swachh Bharat MissionUrban 2.0, J&K. The initiative has been launched by the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) in collaboration with the Directorate of School Education Kashmir, with support from Swaaha Resource Management Private Limited. The programme will engage the students in practical activities related to source segregation, recycling, composting, resource recovery, sanitation and community participation. The students will also be encouraged to undertake awareness activities in their schools and neighbourhoods and promote responsible waste-management practices among their families and communities. Speaking on the occasion, Mandeep Kaur said that cleanliness could not be left to municipal agencies alone and that people, particularly young students, have to be made active partners in the effort. Cleanliness cannot remain the responsibility of municipal agencies alone. It has to become a shared civic responsibility and schools have an important role in shaping that culture among the next generation, she said. She emphasised the need to go beyond awareness programmes and focus on bringing about sustained behavioural change in the way people handle waste and maintain cleanliness in their surroundings. The programme will also provide students with opportunities to develop their communication, leadership and public-speaking skills while undertaking the activities related to waste management and cleanliness. The students will serve as Swachhata Ambassadors, carrying the message from their schools to their homes and local communities. Faz lul Haseeb Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation; senior officers of SMC, Heads of Institutions; teachers; students from participating schools and other stakeholders attended the launch programme. A Waste-to-Art Exhibition was also organised on the occasion, showcasing sculptures and other artworks made from discarded materials by participants from different parts of the Valley. The exhibition highlighted the possibilities of reusing waste materials and transforming discarded items into useful and creative products. It also promoted the message of reuse, recycling and resource recovery among students and visitors. The initiative is part of the ongoing efforts under Swachh Bharat MissionUrban 2.0 to increase citizen participation in scientific solid waste management and make Swachhata a regular part of everyday life. By involving the students directly, the programme aims to encourage them to practise cleanliness themselves and inspire others to do the same, thereby taking the message of Swachhata from schools to homes and communities across Kashmir

KU celebrates Hindi Diwas

Srinagar Sept 14: The Department of Hindi, University of Kashmir (KU), celebrated Hindi Diwas at the Main Campus. It aimed to highlight the cultural, academic and administrative significance of Hindi and encourage greater interest in the language among students. Presiding over the event, Vice-Chancellor, KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan highlighted the promising prospects for students pursuing Hindi and stressed on the importance of organising national and international seminars to enhance the languages academic stature and global reach. Hindi has a rich literary and cultural heritage and offers diverse opportunities for students. We should create greater academic exposure through national and international seminars and scholarly engagements to further enhance the reach and relevance of the language, she said. Registrar, KU, Prof. Naseer Iqbal, commended the Department for its academic progress and emphasised the need to introduce new and contemporary courses to attract younger generations, describing academic diversification as the need of the hour. Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Madhu Khandelwal spoke on the cultural and administrative significance of Hindi and clarified the distinction between Rajbhasha (Official Language) and Rashtrabhasha (National Language). Special Guest and Professor of Practice, KU, Prof. Satish Vimal, highlighted the significance of Hindi Diwas and the contribution of Kashmiris towards the promotion and enrichment of Hindi despite the region being non-Hindi-speaking. Head, Department of Hindi, KU, Prof. Rubi Zutshi, delivered the welcome address and highlighted the historical significance of Hindi Diwas. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from University dignitaries, Heads of Departments, faculty members, research scholars and students. The proceedings were conducted by Dr. Mudassir Ahmad Bhat, while Dr. Shazia Bashir presented the vote of thanks.

Div Com Kashmir chairs meeting to address potable water issues of railway authorities

Srinagar, Sep 14: In pursuance to directions of Chief Secretary J&K, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Monday chaired a meeting to address the potable water supply issues at Budgam and Nowgam Railway Stations. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Additional Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Chief Engineer PHE, Superintending Engineers PHE, and senior officers from the Railways. During the meeting, Railway authorities apprised the chair that water being lifted from the nearby source does not meet potable standards and requested a clean drinking water supply for staff usage and for filling trains. Taking cognizance of the issue, the Divisional Commissioner directed the concerned PHE officers to tap water from an alternative source identified by field officers, located 2.5 km upstream. He directed the Superintending Engineer, PHE Circle Budgam, to work out the capital expenditure for laying the new supply pipeline and to float tenders within ten days, in consultation with Railway authorities. Regarding water supply to Nowgam Railway Station, the Divisional Commissioner directed SE PHE Budgam to expedite the completion of the lift water supply scheme. On a separate issue regarding macadamization of the access road to Parraypora Colony near the Railway line, the Divisional Commissioner instructed ADC Budgam to conduct a joint site visit along with Revenue officials, Railway officers and representatives of the colony to ascertain land ownership of the road stretch and take appropriate action for providing road access to the residents.

Emmy Awards 2026 winners list: From Noah Wyle to Allison Janney, check the biggest wins of the night

The 2026 Emmy Awards are underway, with 'Law & Order: SVU' star Mariska Hargitay hosting television's biggest night. HBO's 'The Pitt' leads this year's nominations with 25 nods, nearly double its tally from last year....

NLCTL, YWO script easy wins in 1st Singjamei Super League

NLCTL, Ningthoujam Leikai and YWO, Thokchom Leikai registered landslide victories in the Group B matches of the 1st Singjamei Super League staged this evening In the Group B opener, NLCTL romped to a 6 1 win over WVSD, Waikhom Leikai Later in the second Group B match, YWO won 3 0 over YUTCO, Chirom Leikai Source The Sangai Express

China-Saudi Join Hands After BRICS: MBS Blasts Secret Chinese Missile In Yemen; Houthis Shocked

Debris reportedly recovered in Yemens Marib Governorate has been identified by open-source analysts as belonging to a Chinese-designed DF-15A short-range ballistic missile. Several analysts believe Saudi Arabia is the most plausible operator because the weapon apparently arrived from the direction of Saudi territory. However, the available evidence does not conclusively establish who owned or launched it. The DF-15A has an estimated range of approximately 600 kilometres and can carry a conventional payload weighing between 500 and 750 kilograms. Until now, the missile had not been publicly documented in Saudi service. Confirmation would indicate that Saudi-Chinese missile cooperation extends beyond Riyadhs previously reported DF-3A and DF-21 acquisitionsand that the kingdom secretly obtained a more tactical weapon for battlefield operations.#SaudiArabia #MBS #China #DF15 #Yemen #Houthis #Marib #BallisticMissile #SaudiMilitary #ChinaSaudiRelations

TN CMs UK visit attracts over 12,300 crore investments, 9,400 jobs

Major companies have committed funds across manufacturing, technology, digital services and electrical equipment, with several projects planned across Tamil Nadu.

Bathinda youth hit the road to promote drug-free, healthy Punjab

Hundreds of residents took to the streets of Bathinda on Sunday for the five-km The post Bathinda youth hit the road to promote drug-free, healthy Punjab appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

'The mistakes I made, I won't make again': Animesh Kujur ready for Asian Games

Animesh Kujur arrives in Aichi-Nagoya with a 10.14 personal best in the 100m and the national 200m record of 20.32. He has gained confidence from international competitions, learned how to manage his body, when to peak and when to reduce the load. With strong Asian competition ahead, including Japan's Shuhei Tada and Soshi Mizukubo, Kujur believes his Asian Championships mistakes will not be repeated and is targeting medals in all three events.

US judge blocks Trump administration rule limiting foreign student, journalist visas

A federal court has halted a major immigration policy change, preserving a longstanding visa system for international students and journalists.

The Supreme Court Just Blocked Trump

The ruling bars the United States Postal Service from implementing restrictions that experts and election officials say would upend voting in November.

Patrick Mahomes' June Admission Raises A Bigger Question

Patrick Mahomes felt ready to return to the Kansas City Chiefs as early as June. His surprising admission adds a new layer to his nine-month recovery and raises questions about why his official...

New York Jets Owner Woody Johnson Reveals Why He Took Players To 9/11 Museum

Woody Johnson reflects on 9/11 and explains why he brought Jets players to the memorial, hoping the emotional visit would help a new generation understand the tragedy and resilience of New York.

New York Jets Owner Woody Johnson Shares Powerful 9/11 Reflection

Woody Johnson reflects on 9/11 and explains why he brought Jets players to the memorial, hoping the emotional visit would help a new generation understand the tragedy and resilience of New York.

Did Jerry Jones Fix Dallas Cowboys Biggest Problems? Asante Samuels Warning Raises New Doubts

Asante Samuels blunt criticism of Jerry Jones has put the Dallas Cowboys expensive 2026 rebuild under fresh scrutiny after their disappointing Week 1 loss.

Transparency in CEO Selection Process Clarified by Ram Janmabhoomi Trust

Ram Janmabhoomi Trust clarifies the CEO selection process amidst misinformation, ensuring transparency and adherence to governance standards. Transparency in CEO Selection Process Clarified by Ram Janmabhoomi Trust

PE majors eye Orbicular Pharma stake, valuation seen up to $1.5 bn

Private equity firms such as Warburg Pincus and CVC Capital Partners have evinced interest in Orbicular Pharma as the specialty pharma firm explores a stake sale in a deal that will likely value the company up to $1.5 billion.

We Love Canada, But: JD Vance Makes Tariff U-Turn After Carneys Brutal Threat To Trump | Watch

JD Vance has struck a surprisingly softer note on Canada even while defending Donald Trumps tariff offensive, saying we all love Canada and describing it as a friendly country.But Vance also accused Ottawa of imposing unfair trade restrictions on American workers and warned that Canada must play fair if it wants access to U.S. markets. The remarks come as Mark Carney pushes back against Trumps trade pressure and urges Canada to diversify beyond the United States.

US Supreme Court Rejects Trump Mail Ballot Restrictions Ahead Of Midterms

The Trump administration had asked the court, once again at the center of a roiling political controversy, to clear the way for restrictions before the pivotal November contests for control of Congress.

Tamil Nadu's Vijay Signs Rs 12,300 Crore UK Deals, 9,000 Jobs Expected

Vijay also signed a Rs 1,000-crore agreement with a British company, through Ernst & Young, to develop a Global Capability Centre in Chennai.

BJP Spokesperson Calls Womens Cricket Teams Trophy Decision Patriotic

BJPs RP Singh praises the Indian womens cricket teams trophy decision as patriotic, addressing various national issues. BJP Spokesperson Calls Womens Cricket Teams Trophy Decision Patriotic

Trump rejects AI danger warnings, calls push for guardrails a 'sick conspiracy'

Trump rejects AI danger warnings, calls push for guardrails a 'sick conspiracy'

On Shah's UCC claim, 3 BJP allies sound caution

US judge blocks Trump rule capping visas for students and journalists

US judge blocks Trump rule capping visas for students and journalists

Punjab Polices Anti-Drug Campaign Leads to Over 79,000 Arrests

Punjab Polices anti-drug initiative has resulted in nearly 80,000 arrests and significant drug seizures since its launch. Punjab Polices Anti-Drug Campaign Leads to Over 79,000 Arrests

Nato jets down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace

It is currently unknown where the drone came from, officials said.

Emotional Twist in Rajasthan Local Elections: Independent Candidate Wins by Just One Vote

An independent candidate in Jaipur wins a local election by a single vote, highlighting the emotional significance of a late mothers ballot. Emotional Twist in Rajasthan Local Elections: Independent Candidate Wins by Just One Vote

Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Trump say Putin ally paid for some wedding festivities as a 'gift'

An Instagram post from the couple said two nights of their wedding festivities in the Bahamas were partially funded by Umar Kremlev.

Given 10 years for rape, Tarun Tejpal surrenders as directed by SC

Uttar Pradeshs UCC Implementation on the Horizon, Says Minister Anil Rajbhar

Anil Rajbhar announces that Uttar Pradesh will soon implement the Uniform Civil Code, aligning with national goals set by Amit Shah. Uttar Pradeshs UCC Implementation on the Horizon, Says Minister Anil Rajbhar

Joe Manchin says he supports Republican candidates in battleground Senate races in Maine and Michigan

US rejects IRGC claim that Panama-flagged tanker hit naval mine in Hormuz

BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana Advocates for Modern Education in Madrasas

BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana emphasizes the need for modern education alongside religious teachings in madrasas, addressing various national issues. BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana Advocates for Modern Education in Madrasas

The Sangarmal Project

Kashmiri businessmen are out to scale new heights and contribute towards Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of making Bharat Viksit by 2047. A consortium backed by a top-notch businessman of the Valley, Mushtaq Chaya recently won Sangarmal land auction for Rs 421.75 crore. One of the biggest bids won by a group backed by a local entrepreneur in the present times. The winning of Sangarmal bid was much more than a real-estate transaction. It represented a significant vote of confidence in Srinagars economic future. The property, located in one of the citys most prominent commercial areas, lies close to Polo View, Lal Chowk, the Kashmir Golf Course and Dal Lake. Its strategic location gives it enormous potential to become a major commercial, hospitality and entertainment destination. The project is something big for Kashmir as the consortium plans to build a hotel, shops, banquets, restaurants and exclusive retail spaces there. An international mall in Kashmir. The proposed project is expected to involve an overall investment of around Rs 1000 crore, including the Rs 421.75-crore bid and approximately Rs 650 crore in construction and development. Its expected to generate 10,000 jobs and would have the parking space for nearly 5000 vehicles, largest in the City Centre. Such an ambitious project would have a tremendous effect on the local economy. Large investments create opportunities far beyond the construction site. They generate employment for architects, engineers, contractors, skilled workers, transporters, suppliers, retailers, hospitality professionals and service providers. Once operational, a major integrated commercial destination can support thousands of direct and indirect livelihoods. This is precisely the kind of economic activity that Kashmir needs. Such a process is closely aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. A developed India cannot be built by a few metropolitan centres alone. Every region, state and Union Territory must contribute to the national economic transformation. Jammu and Kashmir, with its tourism potential, human capital, handicrafts, horticulture, agriculture, renewable-energy possibilities and strategic location, has an important role to play. Kashmirs entrepreneurs can become important partners in that journey. The real measure of the new economic era, however, will not simply be the size of investments announced. It will be the number of jobs created, businesses established, young people empowered and families whose incomes rise as a consequence of economic expansion. The larger message is clear: Kashmir is entering an era in which its people are increasingly becoming stakeholders in its economic transformation. The new Kashmir is not only about roads, bridges, railways and public infrastructure. It is also about entrepreneurs taking risks, young people launching businesses, investors creating employment and local companies partnering with national players to build projects of scale. This is the Kashmir that can contribute meaningfully to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047a Kashmir that is peaceful, prosperous, entrepreneurial and confident about its future. The Sangarmal investment is not just Rs 421.75-crore bid, but it represents: the growing belief that Kashmirs greatest economic opportunities can be created in Kashmir itself, by people willing to invest in its future. For years, there was a perception that Kashmir offered limited opportunities for large-scale private enterprise. That perception is changing. The Valley is gradually seeing businesses expand into hospitality, tourism, real estate, technology, handicrafts, food processing, retail, transport, education and other sectors. Young entrepreneurs are increasingly looking beyond traditional occupations and exploring modern business models. This transformation is important because economic development cannot be sustained by government expenditure alone. Public investment creates infrastructure and an enabling environment, but private entrepreneurship creates enterprises, jobs, innovation and wealth. The participation of local entrepreneurs gives development a particularly important dimension because profits, skills and opportunities can circulate within the local economy. Sangarmal can therefore become a symbol of this new economic confidence. The project also comes at a time when Srinagarscommercial landscape is changing rapidly. The city is becoming increasingly connected to the rest of the country through major infrastructure projects, improved road connectivity and the expansion of tourism facilities. The operationalisation of major connectivity projects, including the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link, has strengthened the perception of Kashmir as an increasingly accessible destination for tourists, investors and businesses. The growth of tourism provides another major opportunity. Kashmirs natural beauty has always attracted visitors, but the modern tourism economy requires much more than traditional sightseeing. Tourists increasingly seek quality hotels, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, wellness, adventure activities and sophisticated leisure experiences. A project combining hospitality, retail and entertainment can therefore complement Kashmirs tourism potential. Sheikh Khalid Jehangir is Director of the International Centre for Peace Studies (ICPS), former Vice Chairman of JKPCC, and the BJPs 2019 Lok Sabha candidate from Srinagar. He is a regular columnist for Greater Kashmir, has worked with national and international news organizations, and has authored books on Kashmir

Nanjing Culture and Tourism Festival Kicks Off Amidst Celebrations

The Nanjing Culture and Tourism Festival has officially launched, showcasing the citys rich heritage and vibrant tourism. Nanjing Culture and Tourism Festival Kicks Off Amidst Celebrations

Cong rejects TMC proposal for bypoll pact

Exciting Job Openings at NIT Goa: 28 Faculty Positions Available

NIT Goa has announced 28 faculty positions, including Assistant Professors and Professors. Apply by September 30 for this opportunity. Exciting Job Openings at NIT Goa: 28 Faculty Positions Available

Former Jordanian PM Praises Chinas Development and Governance Model

Omar al-Razzaz commends Chinas blend of culture and technology, highlighting its governance and AI initiatives in a recent interview. Former Jordanian PM Praises Chinas Development and Governance Model

McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization

'MENTAL ILLNESS': Trump's 'High IQ' Claim BRUTALLY Rejected, Internet Torches POTUS' AI Claim

US President Donald Trump has sparked a fresh online backlash after declaring that America does not need strict guardrails for artificial intelligence because it has a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, adding the U.S. has that in spades. His extraordinary claim came as AI executives and researchers increasingly warn about the potential dangers of rapidly advancing technology. Trump also dismissed fears of AI taking over the World, destroying Humanity as a HOAX, while insisting that whoever wins the AI race will win the future. But his comments have triggered fierce reactions online, with critics mocking his repeated claims about his intelligence.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells Trump

Though Elon Musk and Sam Altman have supported Dario Amodei's calls to slow the pace of AI development, Jensen Huang seems to feel differently.

SC faults Abu Salem's maths, junks release plea

Jamia Millia Islamia Forms Committee to Investigate Lizard Incident in School Hostel Food

Jamia Millia Islamia has established a committee to investigate claims of a lizard found in a students food, following protests by students. Jamia Millia Islamia Forms Committee to Investigate Lizard Incident in School Hostel Food

El Nia effect: Will Kashmir see less snow this winter?

Srinagar, Sep 14: With winter still a few months away, uncertainty has already begun to surround Kashmirs snowfall prospects, as global climate signals point towards a potentially warmer season while weather experts caution against drawing conclusions from any single phenomenon. Director of the Meteorological Department,Srinagar, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, in an exclusive conversation with Rising Kashmir, said prevailing global climate signals, including the influence of La Nia, suggest Kashmir could experience a relatively warmer and milder winter this year. He, however, made it clear that a mild winter should not be interpreted as an absence of winter or snowfall. There may be a warmer and milder winter this year, but winter will surely arrive, the Director said, adding that the eventual snowfall pattern would depend substantially on the behaviour of western disturbances. Ahmad said Kashmir had experienced comparatively less snowfall during the past few years, and there was a possibility that the trend could continue, but stressed that snowfall remained an important component of the regions winter cycle. We have seen very little snowfall in the past few years and this year may also be the same, but snowfall is very important. We will definitely have to see how the western disturbances behave, he said. The remarks assume significance as Kashmirs winter is closely linked to western disturbances, the weather systems that travel from the Mediterranean and adjoining regions towards South Asia and are responsible for much of the Valleys winter precipitation, particularly snowfall over the higher reaches. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has stressed that climate variability and long-term warming are increasingly interacting with natural phenomena such as El Nio and La Nia, making seasonal weather outcomes more complex. The WMO, however, has not predicted that India will have no winter this year. Its climate updates provide probabilities for temperature and precipitation patterns rather than declaring the disappearance of winter in any country. The broader climate picture remains concerning for Asia. The WMO has reported that Asia is warming faster than the global average over the long term, while the region is increasingly experiencing extreme heat, intense rainfall, flooding, drought, marine heatwaves and the continued retreat of glaciers in the high mountains. Independent weather forecaster Faizan Arif, however, cautioned against directly linking Kashmirs winter weather with ENSO conditions. My point is that El Nio does not appear to have a direct or consistent impact on the weather of Jammu & Kashmir, Arif said. Arif said he had examined available data, including some of the strongest or Super El Nio events, but had not found clear evidence of a direct relationship between ENSO phases and weather patterns in Jammu and Kashmir. The data from the past decade also does not indicate any consistent trend. Precipitation has varied considerably from year to year, without following a particular pattern. Some El Nio winters have experienced higher-than-normal precipitation, while others have recorded below-normal or near-normal precipitation, he said. Arif said a similar assessment of La Nia and ENSO-neutral years also failed to establish a consistent pattern that could reliably explain precipitation or overall winter weather in the region. The fundamental reason is that the weather of Jammu & Kashmir is highly complex and is influenced by multiple large-scale atmospheric and oceanic factors. ENSO is only one component of a much larger system, he said. According to him, the region can also be influenced, directly or indirectly, by the Polar Vortex, Siberian High, North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO), Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and other atmospheric circulation patterns. Each of these can contribute to the eventual weather outcome in different ways and with varying strengths, he said. The forecaster said there could be indirect influences from global climate patterns, but attributing the weather of Jammu and Kashmir to a single factor would be an oversimplification. A much more comprehensive analysis, involving multiple years of data and considering the interaction between these different atmospheric and oceanic drivers, is required before drawing any firm conclusions, he said. Simply knowing whether a particular winter will be El Nio, La Nia, or ENSO-neutral is not enough to predict the weather of J&K. ENSO alone cannot determine how the winter will unfold over the region. The contrasting assessments underline the uncertainty surrounding the coming winter. While the broader climate signal may point towards warmer conditions, Kashmirs snowfall story will ultimately depend on the frequency, intensity and trajectory of western disturbances and how they interact with the regions local atmospheric conditions.

At Chennai museum, a reminder of what Kashmirs old homes carried

Chennai, Sep 14: At DakshinaChitra, traditional houses are not reduced to pieces of old architecture. They stand reconstructed with their original features, giving visitors a sense of the spaces in which families once lived and worked. A visit by this correspondent to the heritage museum on Monday found courtyards, verandahs, wooden elements and household spaces forming part of the reconstructed houses, rather than being displayed as isolated architectural objects. For this correspondent visiting the museum, the presentation also brought into focus a form of heritage that exists far closer to home but is becoming less common: the traditional house. The change is documented both in Srinagar and in rural parts of Kashmir. The Srinagar Master Plan 2035, the notified planning document for the Srinagar Metropolitan Region prepared by the Town Planning Organisation, says the city's traditional architecture is a combination of stone, wood and brick and spans more than 15 centuries. It includes modest residential houses among the city's heritage, alongside religious structures, river ghats and timber bridges. The plan also records how Srinagar's neighbourhoods developed around occupations and clans, with mohallas growing around shrines, temples and other focal points. But, it says, the city is fast losing this character of Mohallas. The residential architecture documented in Kashmir was not uniform. It evolved around the materials available locally, the climate and the way families used their homes. A Young INTACH account of traditional village houses of Kashmir describes houses made with unburnt bricks set in wooden frames and timber from cedar, pine and fir. Pointed roofs were used to shed snow, while local stone was used for the plinth. The arrangement of the house also reflected rural life. The lower floor could be used for cattle, with the family occupying the upper floors. The documentation lists separate spaces such as the Tanab or common room, Dankuth or kitchen, Bankuth or store room, Gaan for cattle, Mandow or large room and PaechhKuth for guests. It notes that such traditional village houses are hardly seen anywhere today. It also places the shift from traditional to modern architecture in Jammu and Kashmir in the 1970s, when building patterns introduced by architects trained outside the region began to gain ground. The story is not confined to the Valley's settled villages. A 2025 documentation project on traditional construction in the Pir Panjal region recorded timber-laced stone masonry houses built with locally sourced materials and techniques passed down orally. The researchers found that these structures served multiple purposes as homes, livestock shelters and spaces for domestic crafts such as binna weaving and wool processing, particularly by women. The research is significant because it records not only what the houses looked like, but how rural households used them. The Pir Panjal study also notes that industrial construction methods and materials are becoming more dominant, putting the architectural knowledge and cultural practices associated with the older structures at risk. Kashmir's older construction systems also contained knowledge about the region's earthquake risk. Dhajji-dewari uses a timber framework with masonry infill, while the taq system incorporates timber members into masonry walls. Research on Kashmir's vernacular architecture has described these systems as knowledge that evolved in response to the region's climate, traditional lifestyles and hazards including earthquakes and floods. The Srinagar Master Plan itself recommends that dhajji-dewari and taq techniques be integrated into planning to demonstrate their advantages under local conditions. INTACH's work in Kashmir extends beyond major monuments. The organisation says its Kashmir chapter documents cultural properties and provides conservation and architectural assistance relating to heritage buildings. Its documentation of Srinagar includes individual residential properties, reflecting the recognition of houses and neighbourhoods as part of the city's built heritage. At DakshinaChitra, meanwhile, the process works in reverse. Houses that existed in their original locations are acquired, dismantled and reconstructed within the museum, with regional artisans and traditional builders involved in the work. Speaking to this correspondent, curator Lakuma Chebrolu said the museum continues to collect traditional houses and material associated with them. Families sometimes contribute more than the structure itself. Some even give all like their silk sarees, jewelleries etc., Chebrolu said. That approach has allowed DakshinaChitra to retain parts of domestic life alongside the architecture. Its houses are displayed with crafts, textiles and household objects associated with the regions they represent. The visit for this correspondent came against a documented change in the region's own built environment: the Srinagar Master Plan records the weakening of the city's traditional mohalla structure, while research into village and Pir Panjal architecture records the decline of older houses, materials and construction practices. The contrast was visible inside the museum itself: houses that had ceased to serve their original purpose elsewhere had been reconstructed here, allowing their architecture and the domestic life associated with them to be examined long after their original setting had changed.

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One more agitation: JKMSA demands PG stipend hike JKMSA demands PG stipend hike, seeks pay parity

Srinagar, Sep 14: The Jammu and Kashmir Medical Students Association (JKMSA) on Monday sought revision of stipends for postgraduate (PG) residents and remuneration of senior residents working in government medical institutions across J&K, citing a significant gap with leading medical institutions in the country. In a representation to the Minister for Health and Medical Education, the association extended its support to the demands raised by Resident Doctors Associations (RDAs) of Jammu and other institutions, calling for a comprehensive, rational and time-bound revision of the existing remuneration structure. The JKMSA said PG and senior residents form the backbone of patient care and clinical training and routinely provide services in emergency and casualty departments, OPDs, inpatient wards, ICUs, operating theatres, labour rooms and speciality services. According to the association, PG residents also undertake night duties, on-call services, procedures, emergency interventions, peri-operative care, clinical documentation, teaching and supervision. The representation highlighted remuneration disparities between J&K institutions and major government and apex medical institutions. It cited PG resident stipends at the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) at approximately Rs 80,000 per month in the first year, Rs 85,000 in the second year and Rs 88,000Rs 90,000 in the third year, while senior residents receive around Rs 1.30 lakh or more per month. The association said senior resident remuneration at AIIMS Jammu is approximately Rs 1.40 lakh or more per month, while PG residents at Government Medical College, Chandigarh, receive more than Rs 1 lakh per month, with senior residents getting around Rs 1.40Rs 1.50 lakh. In comparison, the JKMSA listed the current remuneration at Government Medical College Jammu as Rs 64,000 per month for first-year PG residents, Rs 68,000 for second-year residents and Rs 72,000 for third-year residents, while senior residents receive Rs 94,000 per month. The association said the figures reflect a substantial remuneration differential and warranted an immediate review. The JKMSA also referred to the Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations (PGMER), 2023, notified by National Medical Commission (NMC), particularly Regulation 5.4, which provides for parity in stipends for postgraduate students with those being paid to PG students of State/Central Government medical institutions in the State or Union Territory where the institution is located. It urged the government to undertake a comprehensive assessment of PG stipends across GMC Jammu, GMC Srinagar, SKIMS, AIIMS Jammu and other government medical institutions in J&K and rectify disparities in accordance with applicable NMC requirements. The association said a revision would not only address resident welfare and equitable remuneration but would also help in recruitment and retention of qualified doctors, strengthen postgraduate medical education and ensure uninterrupted patient care. The JKMSA requested the government to formally review the applicable official orders and pay structures while taking a time-bound decision on the issue.

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Govt admits Achan blot on Srinagars Swachhata drive

Srinagar, Sep 14: The government on Monday admitted that the Achan dumping site continues to cast a shadow over Srinagar's Swachhata campaign performance, identifying the long-standing waste management crisis as a major impediment to the summer capital's bid for top cleanliness rankings. Commissioner Secretary, Housing and Urban Development Department (H&UDD), Mandeep Kour, speaking to media persons on the sidelines of the launch of the Swachhata Internship Programme at Amar Singh College here, said that the Swachhata goal cannot be achieved unless people start keeping their homes and society clean. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been talking about Swachhata for ten years, but how many among us have started taking steps in this regard? Unless we start it from home, nothing can change on the ground, she said, urging people to take apt decisions and measures in this regard. She added that the Swachhata Internship Programme was first started in Jammu on a pilot basis with the aim of creating awareness among students in this regard. Talking about the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Kaur said just 3,0004,000 sanitation workers and warriors could not make the entire Srinagar, with a population of over 16 lakh people, aware about Swachhata, as it would be a difficult task for them. Therefore, the programme from the schools was aimed at creating awareness among the students to help make the society clean, she added. The Commissioner Secretary further saidthat tourists should not say that Jammu and Kashmir is very beautiful but dirty, emphasising that cleanliness was essential to complement the region's natural beauty. Asked about the rankings in the Swachhata campaign, Kour cited Achan as the main cause for the low ranking, saying that the site was the problem in Srinagar, where work has now started. The project was conceived earlier, but the waste processing was not taken up, due to which the ranking of Srinagar witnessed a decline, she said. However, she added that Srinagar, compared to other cities, is clean, as the roads and streets are clean. But the waste processing was not taken up, and thus it was an unmanageable problem which had no solutions. Now, the solution is there, and the waste processing has started to clean Achan. So, I hope Srinagar will rank in the top three in the next two years, Kour added. Meanwhile, SMC Commissioner Fazlul Haseeb, while giving details about the Internship Programme, said that under this programme, the government wants to train students regarding local segregation, bin segregation, door-to-door collection, and other things, as training students will have a large impact on society. We have started the programme on a pilot basis in 34 schools, and if it rolls out successfully, then we will increase the number of schools involved in the training, Haseeb said. He added that besides SMC, the partners in this campaign include the Directorate of School Education and the Mission Director, Swachh Bharat Mission.

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Focus on critical gaps: CM Omar to Health Dept

Srinagar, Sep 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a meeting to review health sector reforms and the roadmap for further strengthening healthcare services across Jammu and Kashmir, assuring the Health Department of continued support and stating that whatever can be done from the Finance Department to continue the improvement will be done. The meeting was attended by Minister for Health & Medical Education Sakina Itoo, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta and Commissioner Secretary, Health & Medical Education, M. Raju, along with Director SKIMS, Principals of all Government Medical Colleges of J&K, Principal SKIMS Medical College & Hospital, Mission Director National Health Mission J&K, Managing Director J&K Medical Supplies Corporation Limited, Commissioner Food & Drug Administration and other concerned officers, while officers stationed outside Srinagar participated through video conferencing. Detailed presentations were made by the respective heads of the Advisory Committee on various aspects of the health sector, including healthcare infrastructure, medical education, specialized healthcare services, digital health, public health and human resource requirements, with the meeting reviewing the progress made in strengthening healthcare infrastructure and services across J&K and taking stock of the requirements and priorities for further improvement in the sector. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister appreciated the Health Department for the steps taken over the last nearly two years to address manpower shortages as well as infrastructure and equipment deficiencies, stating that he appreciated all the steps the department had taken over the last almost two years both in terms of addressing infrastructure and equipment deficiencies. He advised the department to focus on filling up critical gaps in the system as per the expected budgetary allocations, saying the report of the Advisory Committee would serve as the road map in this direction, and noted that the elaborate and extensive reforms plan would require huge funding, with the report suggesting what the healthcare system should look like in an ideal situation though the financial resources required may not be available in one go. The Chief Minister underlined the need to prioritize and plan which components need more immediate attention besides improving the basic facilities of the primary and secondary healthcare system, and assured the Health Department of continued support for further strengthening the sector. The meeting also reviewed the functioning and requirements of Government Medical Colleges, SKIMS and other tertiary and district-level healthcare institutions, with particular focus on improving patient care, infrastructure, equipment, medical education and specialized services. The discussions covered a wide range of areas, including cancer care, medical education and seat capacity, digital health services, oral healthcare, food safety, mental health and drug de-addiction, liver transplant services, nutritional support and geriatric care.

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Sixty Days, Five Years

FUTRE CRAFT On 11 September, the Reserve Bank of India put out a draft rulebook for something Indian banks have been doing for two years without one. It is called a temporary debit hold. Money can still come into your account. You cannot move any of it out. The draft exists because the Supreme Court ordered it. On 4 August, a bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, hearing a suo motu matter on digital arrest scams, gave the RBI four weeks to write a standard operating procedure for accounts locked over cyber fraud. Thousands of people had lost access to their own savings for months with no notice and no timetable for getting it back. The draft answers that. It also tells every commercial bank and urban cooperative bank in the country that it may place a hold on its own initiative, before a police officer or a magistrate is involved. The protection and the power arrived in the same document. What the draft actually authorises Read the definitions before the safeguards. A suspected money mule transaction is any transaction of 1,000 and above that a bank's monitoring system flags, including AI and machine-learning tools, on either of two grounds. The payment looks disproportionate to the account holder's declared profile, or it is linked to an account someone has already reported as a mule. Neither is a finding of fraud. The first is a mismatch between a payment and a form the customer filled in when the account was opened, possibly years ago. The second is association: someone upstream of you was flagged, so you are. Once flagged, the bank places the hold immediately and notifies afterwards. The account holder gets twenty days to explain. The bank then has ten days to decide, or thirty if no explanation arrives. If it continues the hold, it refers the case to the jurisdictional police through the national cybercrime portal and waits another thirty days. If nothing comes back, the hold lifts on the thirty-first day. Sixty days is the ceiling, and it binds only when law enforcement does nothing. The registry arrived first Ten days before the draft, on 1 September, a separate RBI-backed system went live. The Digital Payments Intelligence Platform's Smart Registry began operating with eight banks under a company called the Indian Digital Payments Intelligence Corporation. Its chief executive, K. Satyanarayana Raju, described the rollout at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai this week. Another twenty-five banks are expected within two months and the top fifteen payment aggregators by the end of January, at which point he estimates the registry will cover roughly eighty per cent of payment volume. Raju was direct about the problem it solves. A bank could already block a mule account, but it could not stop the same person opening one elsewhere, because nothing was shared between institutions. The registry makes one bank's suspicion legible to all the others. It is consulted at four points: account opening, changes to a customer profile, addition of a beneficiary, and rechecking of existing customers against the list. Before it existed, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre's own suspect registry had already shared details of 27.37 lakh first-layer mule accounts with participating banks, according to a Lok Sabha reply covering the position as of 31 January this year. A debit hold ends on the sixtieth day. The record of it stays in the bank's files for five years, and enters a shared registry with no stated expiry at all. The part the procedure does not cover The draft requires the bank to keep a central record of every hold, with reasons and correspondence, for at least five years, or ten if the account is later closed. It also requires enhanced monitoring of the account holder's other accounts at that bank. What it does not say is what happens to any of this when the hold is lifted because the explanation was accepted. There is no deletion rule and no correction right. The draft does not mention the DPIP registry anywhere, so nothing obliges a bank to withdraw a cleared flag from it. The sequence for a cleared customer runs like this. Sixty days of restricted access, resolved. Five years of retained record. An entry in a national registry that thirty-three banks and fifteen payment aggregators will consult the next time that person opens an account or is added as a beneficiary by somebody else. At the same conference, RBI Deputy Governor Rohit Jain said an institution may outsource the computation but cannot outsource the consequence, and that a customer affected by a serious financial decision deserves better than being told the model said so. A shared registry is, structurally, a way of spreading consequence to institutions that did not do the computing. Why the arithmetic lands differently here Officials have said more than 8,000 mule accounts were identified and frozen in Jammu and Kashmir over three years, as reported by Greater Kashmir in February. The J&K Police have run public warnings throughout this year about the recruitment of students and first-time earners into account-renting schemes. Set that beside the 1,000 threshold and the profile-mismatch test. A declared profile is thinnest for people whose income is seasonal or sent from abroad. A trader paid in a lump after the season, and a student receiving fees from a relative in the Gulf are the cases most likely to read as disproportionate to a form filled in years earlier. The case on the other side The fraud is not imaginary and speed matters. Money routed through layered accounts is gone in minutes. Until 30 June, the Home Ministry told Parliament in August, the cybercrime reporting system had logged more than 32.80 lakh financial fraud complaints and prevented the loss of 11,158 crore. A hold that waits for a warrant protects nobody. The draft also narrows current practice. Banks must notify the customer and state reasons. The customer has a written right to explain. Account-level holds are meant to be a last resort. There is a named nodal officer and a thirty-day window for resolving complaints. None of that is guaranteed today. The gap is not in the hold. It is in the record, and a thirty-day complaint window running against a sixty-day freeze returns the money rather than clearing the file. Bottom Line Comments close on 2 October and the directions are proposed to take effect from 1 April 2027. The registry is already running. Whoever writes the final version has one open question worth answering: when a bank accepts your explanation and releases your account, what happens to the flag? Until that is written down, the freeze will be temporary in a way the suspicion is not. (The Author studies Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)

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BRICS on Terrorism: India Wins the Argument, Pakistan Faces Growing Isolation

Diplomatic victories are not always announced with sanctions, censures or the naming of an adversary. Sometimes they are contained in a few carefully negotiated words that fundamentally alter the international narrative. The latest BRICS declaration on terrorism is one such moment for India. By unequivocally condemning the Pahalgam terrorist attack and adopting strong language against cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorist financing, safe havens and double standards in dealing with terrorism, BRICS has strengthened an argument India has been making before the world for decades: terrorism cannot be legitimised by political explanations, nor can countries selectively distinguish between terrorists according to their strategic convenience. Pakistan has not been expressly named. That fact should neither be concealed nor exaggerated. Yet the political significance of the declaration lies precisely in the terminology accepted by a diverse group of important nations. For India, the development represents an important diplomatic achievement. For Pakistan, it presents an increasingly uncomfortable question: how long can the international narrative surrounding cross-border terrorism remain separated from the infrastructure, organisations and ideological networks that India has repeatedly accused of operating from Pakistani territory? Pahalgam Changes the Diplomatic Conversation The brutal terrorist attack at Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, in which 26 people were killed, was not allowed to disappear into the long list of terrorist incidents suffered by India. India made it an international diplomatic issue. The BRICS declaration's condemnation of the attack in the strongest terms gives the tragedy an important multilateral dimension. More significantly, the condemnation comes alongside language dealing with cross-border terrorism, financing and safe havens. That combination matters. India has consistently maintained that terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be viewed merely through the prism of a political dispute. Terrorists require weapons, training, finance, communications, recruitment networks and places from which to operate. Fighting terrorism therefore requires action not merely against the individual who pulls the trigger but against the entire ecosystem that enables him.That principle has now received significant endorsement within BRICS. China's Signature Changes the Equation The most interesting part of the development is not the position taken by countries traditionally sympathetic to India's concerns. It is China's participation in the consensus. China remains Pakistan's closest strategic partner. The China-Pakistan relationship is deep, institutional and unlikely to be fundamentally altered by one diplomatic declaration. But that is not the point. The point is that Beijing has joined a consensus which condemns the Pahalgam attack while simultaneously endorsing zero tolerance towards terrorism and opposition to cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorist financing and safe havens. China cannot reasonably be expected to abandon Pakistan. But Pakistan also cannot indefinitely assume that its strategic relationship with China will insulate it from every international consensus on terrorism. That is an important shift. It gives India diplomatic space to argue in future international forums that the principles accepted at BRICS must also be reflected when specific terrorist organisations, individuals, financing structures and support networks come under scrutiny. The real test of the declaration will therefore come after the summit. Pakistan's Narrative Space Is Shrinking It would be premature to claim that Pakistan has become internationally isolated. Pakistan maintains important relationships with China, Gulf countries, the United States and several other powers. What is increasingly becoming isolated, however, is a particular narrative surrounding terrorism. The international community has progressively become less receptive to distinctions between supposedly acceptable and unacceptable forms of terrorism. The proposition that violence against civilians can somehow acquire legitimacy because of a territorial, religious or political grievance is becoming harder to defend. This is where India's diplomatic campaign has made considerable progress. New Delhi's argument is simple: there cannot be good terrorists and bad terrorists. A terrorist cannot become acceptable merely because his target happens to serve somebody else's geopolitical interests. The BRICS rejection of double standards reinforces precisely this principle. Modi's Foreign Policy Pays Dividends The declaration also demonstrates the value of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's multidirectional foreign policy. India today engages simultaneously with countries that frequently disagree with one another. It participates in the Quad while remaining one of the principal members of BRICS. It maintains its historic relationship with Russia while building an increasingly consequential partnership with the United States. It has dramatically expanded its engagement with the Gulf countries while maintaining close relations with Israel. At the same time, despite big differences with China, India continues engaging Beijing wherever national interests require it. This strategic autonomy has occasionally been criticised as difficult to balance. But BRICS demonstrates its usefulness. India has managed to place its core security concerns before a grouping containing countries with dramatically different geopolitical interests and secure a meaningful consensus. That strengthens India's credibility as an independent global power rather than an appendage of any geopolitical bloc. What Comes Next? The diplomatic battle will now move from declarations to implementation. India is likely to invoke the BRICS language at the United Nations and other multilateral forums whenever questions involving terrorist financing, safe havens or designation of terrorist individuals and organisations arise. The second consequence could be greater pressure upon Pakistan to demonstrate that action against terrorist organisations operating from its territory is genuine, irreversible and comprehensive. The thirdand perhaps most importanttest concerns China. If Beijing has endorsed zero tolerance and opposition to double standards at BRICS, India can legitimately expect these principles to be reflected when terrorism-related questions arise before international institutions. New Delhi should consistently remind the international community of this commitment. India should also push the debate beyond condemnation of individual attacks. Terrorism cannot be defeated merely by issuing statements after innocent people have been murdered. The infrastructure preceding the attack has to be dismantled. Follow the money. Identify the recruiters. Expose the ideological ecosystem. Destroy safe havens. Punish those who provide logistical support. And ensure that states cannot evade responsibility when terrorist infrastructure is allowed to operate from their territory. That should constitute the next stage of India's diplomatic campaign. A Battle India Is Gradually Winning For decades, India frequently found itself explaining terrorism to a world that viewed violence in Jammu and Kashmir primarily through the lens of an India-Pakistan dispute. That international discourse has changed considerably. The world today understands terrorism differently. September 11 changed the United States. Terror attacks changed Europe. ISIS demonstrated the global reach of extremist ideology. Countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East have themselves suffered devastating terrorism. India's warnings therefore resonate differently today. The BRICS declaration should be understood against this larger transformation. Pakistan has not been formally condemned. It has not been named. Nor should India manufacture claims beyond what the declaration actually says. India does not need to. The language itself tells the story. When a major international grouping containing China, Russia, Brazil, South Africa, Iran, the UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia and India condemns the Pahalgam terrorist attack while simultaneously speaking of cross-border movement of terrorists, financing, safe havens, zero tolerance and rejection of double standards, the diplomatic direction is unmistakable. The message from New Delhi is clear: terrorism cannot have a justification, terrorists cannot have privileged sanctuaries, and those who enable terrorism cannot indefinitely escape international scrutiny. India's challenge now is to convert this diplomatic consensus into sustained international action. If it succeeds, the BRICS declaration may eventually be remembered as more than carefully drafted diplomatic language. It could mark another decisive stage in India's decades-long effort to change the world's understanding of cross-border terrorism. Pakistan may not have been named in New Delhi. But the space available for the old arguments is getting smaller. And sometimes in diplomacy, isolation begins not when a country is named, but when the world stops accepting its narrative. (The Authors are spokespersons of BJP and can be reached at: srps7737@gmail.com )

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Govt launches big student-led cleanliness push

Srinagar, Sep 14: Jammu and Kashmir aims to involve nearly 25 to 30 lakh students in a cleanliness campaign, with children being encouraged to become brand ambassadors and take ownership of public spaces, Commissioner and Secretary, School Education Department, J&K, Ram Niwas Sharma, said on Monday. Speaking about the initiative launched by the Housing and Urban Development Department, Sharma said the campaign seeks to involve students, teachers and professors across schools and colleges in promoting cleanliness. He said J&K and Srinagar have historically been known for their natural beauty and pristine surroundings, but the growing arrival of tourists has also highlighted the need to keep public spaces clean. Today's goal is for all our children to become brand ambassadors of cleanliness and start owning public spaces, Sharma said. He said people generally keep their homes clean but often do not show the same sense of ownership towards public spaces and government property. The initiative aims to develop responsibility among students towards their surroundings and public assets. Sharma said there is no reason why Srinagar cannot achieve a better cleanliness ranking than Indore in the coming years. He also stressed the need to protect J&Ks villages, lakes, mountains, rivers and heritage sites. He said J&Ks villages are no less beautiful than those in Sikkim or Meghalaya and can also aspire to become among the cleanest villages. Referring to Meghalaya, Sharma said a village there has been recognised as the cleanest in Asia and asked why J&Ks villages cannot achieve similar recognition. He also called for greater focus on protecting the Jhelum and preserving the regions lakes, mountains and heritage. Sharma said the campaign also promotes the concept of Waste to Wonder and Waste to Wealth, with the aim of turning waste into a useful resource. He said involving students in the cleanliness mission can create a long-term change in public behaviour and strengthen the cleanliness of tourist destinations across J&K. Sharma linked the initiative with the broader vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, saying J&K must develop clean surroundings so that people visiting the region experience well-maintained cities, villages and tourist destinations.

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Srinagar, Sep 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed grief over a tragic road accident in Reasi district in which two people were killed and five others injured. The accident occurred when a passenger minibus met with an accident on the Reasi-Bakal road near the Batalgala Tunnel on Monday. In his condolence message, the Lieutenant Governor said, Deeply pained to learn about the loss of precious lives in a tragic road accident in Reasi. My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for speedy recovery of the injured. CM Abdullah also expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, while directing the authorities to ensure the best possible medical care for those injured.

Road Safety Cannot Remain an Afterthought

Two people lost their lives, and seven others were injured after a passenger Matador overturned near the Bakkal Tunnel in Reasi district. The vehicle was travelling from Bakkal towards Reasi when it met with the accident. Police and rescue teams reached the spot and shifted the injured to a nearby hospital, while authorities initiated proceedings. These immediate responses were necessary, but they cannot be the end of the matter. Every road accident is first reported as an unfortunate incident. Yet many such incidents are not sudden or unavoidable. They are often the result of a chain of failures: unsafe roads, inadequate protection along vulnerable stretches, poor vehicle maintenance, rash driving, overloading, fatigue, weak enforcement and delayed emergency support. Until these underlying causes are examined, official condolences and procedural inquiries will remain insufficient. The Bakkal Tunnel area, like several roads in the hilly districts of Jammu and Kashmir, demands particular caution. Sharp turns, steep gradients, narrow carriageways, poor visibility and unpredictable weather can turn a routine journey into a deadly risk. Public transport vehicles operating on such routes must therefore meet the highest standards of fitness and safety. A Matador carrying passengers is not merely a private vehicle; it is part of a public transport system whose operators and regulators carry a direct responsibility for every life on board. The identities of the deceased and injured were still being ascertained when the accident was reported. That detail underscores another urgent need: prompt communication with families and humane support for victims. The injured must receive timely treatment without bureaucratic obstacles, while the families of those killed should be provided compensation and assistance in coping with the aftermath. Such support is not charity; it is the states obligation to citizens who depend on public transport. The administration must now ensure that the investigation does not become a formality. It should establish whether the vehicle was roadworthy, whether the driver was properly licensed and rested, whether safety rules were being followed, and whether road conditions or engineering defects contributed to the crash. The findings should be made public, followed by corrective action rather than being filed away as another statistic. Road safety needs a preventive approach. Regular inspections of passenger vehicles, strict action against overloading and speeding, better signage, protective barriers near vulnerable stretches, trained drivers, and rapid emergency response can save lives. District authorities must also identify accident-prone locations and address them before another tragedy occurs. The loss of two lives near Reasi should not fade from public memory after the injured are treated and the paperwork is completed. It should serve as a warning that safe mobility is a basic public right. Roads connect communities, but without accountability and care, they can also become corridors of grief.

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Protecting Consumers from Unfair Trade

The direction by the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department to intensify the crackdown on unfair trade practices is both timely and necessary. For consumers, especially those living in remote and rural areas of Jammu and Kashmir, the marketplace often remains a space where they are forced to negotiate not only prices but also the basic question of fairness. Overcharging, under-weighing, hoarding, adulteration, misleading claims and the sale of expired or substandard products are not minor violations. They directly affect household budgets, public health and consumer confidence. When such practices continue unchecked, the ordinary citizen is made to pay twice: first through inflated prices and poor-quality goods, and again through the failure of institutions to enforce the rules meant to protect them. The problem becomes more serious during festivals, harsh winters, emergencies and periods of supply disruption. Traders exploiting such situations by creating artificial scarcity or charging arbitrary rates place an unfair burden on families already struggling with rising living costs. In many parts of the region, consumers may also have limited access to alternatives, making them particularly vulnerable to exploitation. The departmental directive must therefore be followed by visible and sustained action. Inspections should not be reduced to occasional exercises conducted only after complaints or media reports. Markets require regular monitoring, transparent enforcement and strict action against repeat offenders. The identity of violators, the nature of the offence and the action taken should be placed in the public domain wherever legally permissible. Such transparency would send a clear message that violations carry consequences. At the same time, enforcement agencies must ensure that action is even-handed. Small shopkeepers should not become easy targets while influential or well-connected traders escape scrutiny. The objective should not be to harass legitimate businesses but to create a level playing field in which honest traders are protected, and consumers receive what they pay for. Consumer awareness is equally important. People must be encouraged to check weights, expiry dates, packaging, bills and displayed prices. Complaint mechanisms should be simple, accessible and responsive. A consumer who reports malpractice should not be made to undertake a long and complicated bureaucratic journey before receiving relief. The administration must also invest in strengthening inspection teams, testing facilities and grievance-redressal systems. Technology can help track repeated violations, monitor essential commodity prices and identify areas where complaints are concentrated. But technology will have little value without field-level accountability. A fair marketplace is a foundation of public trust. The latest directive should not remain another circular lost in official files. It must become the beginning of a sustained campaign to protect consumers, discipline erring traders, and restore confidence in the system. Citizens have the right to safe goods, accurate weights and reasonable prices. Ensuring that right is not merely an administrative responsibility; it is a measure of good governance.

Martyrdom, 37 Years of Exile and Moving Forward: The Kashmiri Pandit Struggle

Thirty-seven years is too long to remain in exile from ones own homeland. For the Kashmiri Pandits, however, exile is not simply a measure of time. It is a measure of lossthe loss of homes, neighbourhoods, livelihoods, institutions, temples, community networks and, most painfully, the loss of loved ones to targeted violence. Yet after 37 years, the defining story of the Kashmiri Pandit community is not one of defeat. It is one of resilience, remembrance and an unbroken determination to reclaim its place in the land of its ancestors. The martyrs remain at the heart of this struggle. Their memory is not an instrument of revenge; it is a moral claim for justice. Every life lost represented a family and a future violently interrupted. To remember those who were killed is to affirm that their lives mattered and that the circumstances surrounding their deaths cannot simply disappear from the historical record. The tragedy of Kashmirs Pandits must therefore be understood not merely as a humanitarian episode of displacement but as a profound rupture in Kashmirs civilisational and pluralistic character. The unfinished chapter of Kashmir The mass exodus of Kashmiri Pandits in 198990 transformed the Valleys social landscape. A community with deep historical roots in Kashmir was forced to abandon its homes and seek safety elsewhere. Families were scattered across India. Many spent years in camps and temporary settlements before rebuilding their lives. The community demonstrated extraordinary resilience. It educated its children, established new institutions and made substantial contributions to Indias professional, intellectual, administrative, scientific, legal and economic life. But success in exile cannot erase the loss of homeland. For many families, the house left behind remains more than a property. It is a repository of memory. A temple is not merely a structure. It represents continuity. A village or neighbourhood is not merely geography. It represents belonging. That is why the Kashmiri Pandit demand for return cannot be reduced to compensation, employment packages or migrant welfare. It is fundamentally a demand for dignity, security, justice and the restoration of belonging. Exile must not become permanent India has changed dramatically during these 37 years. It has emerged as one of the worlds major economies, expanded its technological and strategic capabilities and acquired greater influence in global affairs. It is therefore legitimate to ask: if India can aspire to global leadership, can it not also find the political will and institutional capacity to facilitate the dignified return of a displaced indigenous community to its ancestral homeland? The answer must be yes. The return of Kashmiri Pandits should be treated as a national commitment rather than an episodic political promise. A credible return policy must be time-bound, secure, empowered and community-driven. It must be formulated in consultation with representative Kashmiri Pandit organisations rather than imposed as a bureaucratic rehabilitation scheme. The objective should not be to send families back merely to occupy houses. The objective should be to enable them to rebuild a secure, productive and dignified life. A new return architecture The Union Government should consider a comprehensive Kashmiri Pandit Return and Rehabilitation Mission, with clear timelines and accountability. One practical component could be the establishment of modern, secure and economically viable composite townships in Anantnag, Srinagar and Baramulla, alongside other suitable locations. Such townships should not become ghettoised enclaves. They should be integrated into the larger social and economic life of Kashmir while providing adequate security, schools, hospitals, employment opportunities, civic infrastructure and cultural institutions. Returnees must also have access to their ancestral properties, subject to lawful verification and adjudication. A specialised mechanism should address encroachments, dispossession and property disputes through transparent and expeditious procedures. Security remains non-negotiable. No community can return sustainably without confidence that its physical safety and constitutional rights will be protected. But security alone is insufficient. There must also be political empowerment. Those who return must have an effective voice in local governance and in institutions dealing with their rehabilitation, property, education, culture and security. Restore the cultural bridge Kashmirs cultural heritage cannot be preserved by separating its communities from it. The temples, shrines, springs, educational institutions, manuscripts, traditions and sacred sites associated with Kashmiri Pandit civilisation require systematic documentation, preservation and restoration. This is not merely a community project. It is an Indian civilisational responsibility. The restoration of Kashmiri Pandit heritage should be undertaken alongside the preservation of the heritage of all communities that have contributed to Kashmirs composite culture. Indeed, the return of the Pandits can become an important instrument of cultural reconciliation. Justice, truth and reconciliation Moving forward does not mean forgetting the past. There can be no durable reconciliation without acknowledging the suffering of victims. Kashmir needs a credible process of documentation and truth-telling concerning the violence, killings, displacement and destruction that accompanied the turmoil. Such an initiative should not be designed around collective blame or retribution. Its purpose should be to establish a factual record, recognise victims, preserve memory and create the moral foundations for reconciliation. The Kashmiri Pandit community has repeatedly demonstrated that its demand for justice need not be incompatible with peace. Indeed, justice and reconciliation should be seen as complementary rather than competing objectives. A future Kashmir must not be built on competing memories in which one communitys suffering is acknowledged while anothers is ignored. The larger meaning of return The return of Kashmiri Pandits should not be portrayed as a zero-sum proposition. Their return would not diminish the rights or aspirations of other Kashmiris. It would strengthen Kashmirs plural character. Kashmirs composite culture was created through centuries of interaction among communities and traditions. The Pandits were not outsiders to this story. They were among its principal custodians and contributors. Their physical absence has therefore created a civilisational vacuum that cannot be fully addressed through nostalgia or symbolism. The restoration of their presence would send a powerful message: that terrorism cannot permanently alter the social character of a region; that displacement need not become destiny; and that pluralism can survive even its darkest assault. A new generation, a new responsibility A particularly urgent dimension is the younger generation. Thousands of young Kashmiri Pandits have grown up outside Kashmir. Their connection with the homeland is often mediated through family memories and inherited traditions. The longer exile continues, the greater the danger that displacement will become normalised across generations. That cannot be allowed to happen. The community must be enabled to transmit its language, traditions, history and cultural memory to its childrenbut it must also be given the opportunity to experience Kashmir as a living homeland rather than merely an inherited memory. The slogan of the community must therefore evolve from remembrance alone to constructive determination: We remember. We endure. We return. From exile to return The 37th year of exile should become a moment of national introspection. The question is no longer whether the Kashmiri Pandit issue deserves attention. It unquestionably does. The question is whether India is prepared to provide a concrete pathway from exile to return. The Union Government should initiate structured dialogue with representative Kashmiri Pandit organisations and announce a time-bound return and rehabilitation module, with defined objectives, institutional responsibility and periodic public review. The community, for its part, must continue to approach the challenge with unity, democratic engagement and a forward-looking vision. The objective should be neither perpetual victimhood nor isolation. It should be restoration, participation and coexistence. The Kashmiri Pandit struggle is ultimately larger than the fate of one displaced community. It concerns the meaning of justice in a democracy and the capacity of a nation to correct a historic wrong. Kashmirs future cannot be complete without the return of its displaced people. After 37 years, the message should be unequivocal: Enough is enough. Exile cannot be a permanent condition. The time has come to move from commemoration to action, from relief to rehabilitation, from promises to a roadmap, and from exile to a dignified return. The return of the Kashmiri Pandits should not be viewed merely as the restoration of a displaced community. It should be seen as the restoration of Kashmirs own plural soul. (The Author is a noted Senior Advocate and prominent Kashmiri Leader)

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