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Srinagar, April 01: National Health Mission employees in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday skipped duties and joined protests to press for their long-pending demands, including regularization and salary enhancement. Over 12,000 employees working in J&K hospitals joined the protests across all districts, seeking a salary hike, regularization, and job security. The 48-hour stir, starting Wednesday, has been announced by the J&K National Health Mission Employees Association (JKNHMEA) across all distri ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 01: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday informed the Legislative Assembly that the Gulmarg Development Authority is actively strengthening sanitation and waste management infrastructure in the area. He said that a 2 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) project, costing Rs 46.50 crore, has been approved, and its execution is proposed to commence in the financial year 2026-27. Replying to a question raised by MLA Kreeri-Wagoora, the Chief Minister stated that a Detailed Project Repor ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed the adoption of a 'Zero Tolerance' policy against the drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir. Chairing a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners, SSPs, and senior officials of the civil and police administration at Lok Bhavan, Jammu, the LG called for a multi-pronged strategy, strengthening law enforcement to dismantle trafficking networks, intensifying mass awareness campaigns to deter potential users, and enhancing treatment, ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 01: Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a diverse group of conditions characterised by some degree of difficulty with social interaction and communication. Other characteristics are atypical patterns of activities and behaviours, such as difficulty with transition from one activity to another, a focus on details and unusual reactions to sensations. As the world observes World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, conversations around child development, screen exposure, and neurodevelopm ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 01: Jammu and Kashmir is grappling with the massive aftermath of last year's devastating floods, landslides and cloudbursts, with official estimates indicating damage running into nearly Rs 2,000 crore across key sectors, even as the government pushes ahead with restoration and relief measures. The disclosures came in response to a clubbed set of starred Assembly questions moved by legislators, including Sunil Bhardwaj, Yudhvir Sethi, Tariq Hameed Karra and Narinder Singh Raina, sh ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 01: Jammu and Kashmir's tourism sector is witnessing rapid infrastructure growth, but the expansion is increasingly shadowed by a surge in illegal constructions across key destinations, official data tabled in the Legislative Assembly reveals. The response shared by the government in reply to a query by MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para revealed that a total of 415 building permissions were granted by various Tourism Development Authorities (TDAs) over the past three years. The figures sho ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 01: All India Medical Students Association on Wednesday said that around 126 Indian students remain stranded along Iran's borders, causing concern among their families back home. Of the total students, 84 students are stuck at the Iran-Azerbaijan border in Astara, where authorities are allowing only ten students to cross each day. The slow process has left many waiting for days under uncertain conditions. Vice President All India Medical Students Association, Dr Mohammad Momin Khan ...Read More >
Srinagar, Apr 01: Repair and restoration work of a vital water body in Stok village of Ladakh has commenced in full swing following a recent inspection and directions issued on March 26, 2026. Office of the LG Ladakh in a post on "X" said, "Works have started in full swing for the repair and restoration of the water body at Stok village, following my visit and subsequent directions, on March 26, 2026." "The existing depression is being by cleaned, de-silted and dredged, to augment the water hol ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said the culture and spiritual treasures of Jammu and Kashmir will play a vital role in shaping a brighter future for all. "Jammu's soil brims with rich traditions. Dogri songs weaving life's values, crafts embedding experiences, art infused with devotion are our vibrant legacies breathing new life," the Lieutenant Governor said as he inaugurated the Jammu Kashmir Cultural Festival organised by Shri Kailakh Jyotish and Vedic Sansthan Trus ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 31: Jammu and Kashmir's long-envisioned metro connectivity is inching closer to reality, with the government confirming significant progress on the proposed Metrolite projects for Jammu and Srinagar. The details came in a reply to MLA Mohan Lal in the Legislature, where the government stated that the Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for both cities have been finalised and submitted to the Government of India for appraisal. "In Jammu, the proposed Metrolite corridor from Bantalab to ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that ₹3.80 crore has been disbursed as UT subsidy in favour of 4,288 consumers of Kashmir and Jammu Power Distribution Companies under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. He was replying to a question raised by legislator Shakti Raj Parihar regarding the scheme. The Chief Minister, who also holds the Power portfolio, said that ₹1.80 crore has been disbursed in favour of the first 2,053 consumers of KPDCL, ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 31: The government on Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that five glacial lakes in the Kashmir Himalaya have been identified as highly susceptible to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), based on a recent scientific study conducted by the University of Kashmir. The information was shared in response to a query raised by National Conference MLA Tanvir Sadiq, who sought details regarding the vulnerability of glacial lakes and the potential risks posed to downstream populatio ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31: "Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India stands resolute today. He has laid the foundation for a powerful nation which is inspiring the world with its message that true peace is not weakness but unwavering courage, and this is a time to build bridges, not battlefields," Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Tuesday. Addressing the Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, a special event organised by S.S Jain Sabha to celebrate Mahavir Jayanti, the Lieutenant Governor said, "A ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, on Tuesday termed the withdrawal of security from legislators and party offices a matter of serious concern that requires immediate attention, cautioning that such decisions must not be taken casually. He described the withdrawal of security following an assassination attempt on former Chief Minister Dr Farooq Abdullah as "very unfortunate." The Speaker noted that the issue has been under discussion for the past ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed deep anguish and grief over the tragic loss of young lives in an unfortunate drowning incident in the River Tawi at Nagrota. He spoke to the senior officials and took stock of the ongoing search and rescue operations. "The loss of young lives is heart-wrenching. My deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families. We stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time," the Lieutenant Governor said. ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 31: Security forces on Tuesday evening launched a major cordon and search operation in the Arhama woods area of central Kashmir's Ganderbal district after gunshots were heard during the operation. Official sources said that the operation was carried out in Arhama village following specific inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area. Officials said that during the operation, brief exchange of fire was reported, prompting forces to tighten the cordon around the area. The o ...Read More >
New Delhi , March 31: India's oil sources coming through the Strait of Hormuz are currently being managed through active diplomacy and dialogue, though industry leaders warn that a prolonged West Asia crisis could have far-reaching consequences for the nation's energy security. Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the PHDCCI's Hydrocarbons Summit 2026 held in Delhi on Tuesday, experts highlighted that while immediate supplies remain steady, the volatility in international markets necessitates a s ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday termed the withdrawal of security cover from the National Conference (NC) headquarters in Srinagar a "matter of great concern" and questioned the administration's timing, particularly weeks after a security scare involving party president Dr Farooq Abdullah. Describing the removal of the security detail from the 'Nawai Subh' office as troubling, CM Omar said the earlier incident should have prompted an extension of securi ...Read More >
Srinagar, March 31: Two firefighter personnel were injured this afternoon while attempting to contain a fire that broke out in a residential house in the Habba Kadal area of Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar, an official said on Tuesday. Fire officer Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat apprised that one of the four structures that caught fire had collapsed. He also flagged the hindrance created by locals while firefighters carried out their work and urged people to cooperate. The fire was under control and cooling o ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his monthly radio address on Sunday to speak directly to a nation watching an unfamiliar kind of anxiety unfold, not a domestic crisis this time, but a war raging in a neighbourhood that tens of millions of Indian families call home. In a 'Mann Ki Baat' that balanced geopolitical gravity with grassroots celebration, Modi struck a tone that was part statesman, part motivator, warning against panic and political opportunism while spotlighting the ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 30: In a significant indicator of improving road safety, the Jammu & Kashmir government has reported a consistent decline in traffic accidents over the past three years, attributing the trend to intensified enforcement, technological interventions and widespread awareness campaigns. Replying to a question tabled by National Conference MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, the Minister for Transport Satish Sharma stated that road accidents in the Union Territory have dropped from 6,120 in 2023 to ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 30: Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a significant stride in the tourism sector as over 6.25 crores tourists, including 1.57 lakh foreigners, visited the region in the last three years. According to the details, the highest tourist footfall was recorded in 2024 with a total of 2.36 crores people visiting the region, surpassing all the previous records. In 2023, around 2.12 crores (21,180,011) tourists visited Jammu and Kashmir. Out of them, over 2.11 crores (21,124,674) are domestic ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 30: Jammu Kashmir Lok Bhavan on Monday celebrated Rajasthan Foundation Day with a cultural evening that also commemorated Odisha Day 'Utkala Dibasa', to be observed on April 1. Addressing the gathering, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people of Rajasthan and Odisha. "Rajasthan, land of enlightened giants, has offered humanity's highest guidance and upliftment for society's weakest. Likewise, Odisha's rich heritage has shaped India's ...Read More >
Srinagar, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday carried out a reshuffle in the administration, ordering transfers and fresh postings of several IAS and JKAS officers across key departments, including Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Agriculture, Tourism and Information. An order issued by the General Administration Department said the changes have been made "in the interest of administration" and shall take immediate effect. Under the new arrangement, Nazim Zai Khan, IAS ( ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 11 : Amid escalating global tensions and rising petroleum prices, panic buying of fuel and LPG cylinders has gripped several parts of the country, prompting the All-India LPG Federation to appeal for public restraint to prevent a supply crisis. "The ongoing conflict is fundamentally economic rather than territorial. Many countries have been impacted, and it has affected the global economy," All-India LPG Federation President Jagmohan Singh Raina told News Agency Kashmir News Service ...Read More >
Srinagar, Feb 24: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday criticised the government led by Omar Abdullah over what it described as inadequate action to protect the environment, claiming that the Kashmir Valley is witnessing an alarming rise in temperatures. Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, BJP spokesperson Abhijeet Jasrotia, along with party leaders Altaf Thakur and Manzoor Bhat, alleged that Kashmir's temperature is rising nearly 2.5°C above normal, significantly higher than the ...Read More >
Srinagar, Feb 24: Indian students studying in Iran on Tuesday urged the Government of India to coordinate with universities there to postpone examinations scheduled for March, saying the examinations are forcing them to remain in the country despite an advisory asking them to return home amid rising tensions. Thousands of Indian students, particularly from Jammu and Kashmir, are pursuing medical and theological studies at institutions across Iran. However, following the Feb 23 advisory, the Em ...Read More >
Srinagar, Feb 17 : On the arrival of the sacred month of Ramzan, a meeting of the office bearers and members of Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid Srinagar was held at the Auqaf headquarters under the chairmanship of its President Mirwaiz Dr. Molvi Muhammad Umar Farooq, to review arrangements for the holy month at the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar. It was decided that all necessary facilities will be ensured for worshippers and visitors, particularly those coming from distant areas. Special arrangement ...Read More >
Srinagar, Dec 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday drew parallels between Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's recent act of touching a Muslim woman's hijab and a past election-related controversy in Jammu and Kashmir involving Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti, terming both incidents a manifestation of a "regressive mindset". Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Omar said such episodes were not isolated and recalled an incident from an earlier election when, he alle ...Read More >
Ganderbal, Dec 17: Police busted a major drug trafficking racket in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district and seized around one kilogram of cocaine, valued at over ₹10 crore in the international market. Addressing a press conference, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ganderbal, Khalil Ahmed Poswal, said the breakthrough was achieved during the investigation of an accused already lodged in jail in an NDPS case, who was found to be working for a larger drug syndicate since February this year. ...Read More >
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