Greater Kashmir

Kathmandu, Aug 29: The death toll from flash floods in central Nepal rose to 675 on Saturday, with more bodies being recovered on Saturday even as more than 2,400 people still remained missing following the disaster. Bodies were recovered from all eight affected districts as search and rescue operations continued on war footing, Nepal police said. An ice-rock avalanche following a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border sent a torrent of water, mud and debris downstream wiping out towns and

Shopian, Aug 29: Former minister Ghulam Hassan Khan died after a prolonged illness in south Kashmirs Shopian district on Saturday evening, a family member said. Khan, a former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader, was elected to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly in 2002. He later served as Minister of State for Social Welfare. Khan later parted ways with the PDP and fought 2008 elections independently. He will be laid to rest in his ancestral garveyard in Shopian.

New Delhi, Aug 29: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh today thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving the highest priority to the Udhampur-Kathua-Doda Parliamentary constituency over the last 12 years, resulting in sustained expansion of road connectivity across some of the most remote and difficult hilly areas of the region. He said that Udha

MBBS interns threaten indefinite strike, demand fair compensation MBBS interns are an essential part of our healthcare system. They work long hours, attend to patients, assist in emergencies, perform night duties and shoulder responsibilities that directly contribute to patient careyet receive just 12,300 a month. Is 12,300 enough compensation for the responsibility, workload and hours they put in during their internship? Watch the video as MBBS interns raise their concerns and warn of an indefi

New Delhi, Aug 28:The devastating floods in Nepal have highlighted the vulnerability of the densely populated plains of northern India, particularly Bihar, to disasters originating in the Himalayas, reports international media. Nepals Himalayan rivers feed several major Indian river systems, including the Gandaki and Kosi, besides the Bagmati, Kamla-Balan and other rivers, before flowing into Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Bihar, one of Indias most flood-prone states, faces a particular risk b

New Delhi, Aug 28:The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday said 400 Indian nationals stranded on the Chinese side of the border are safe and have contacted their families and travel agencies. However, 320 Indian nationals remain uncontactable or missing, while more than 100 people of Indian origin, who may hold other nationalities, are also unaccounted for. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said during a media briefing that 21 Indian nationals who had reached Kathmandu from the Chinese si

Srinagar, Aug 28:Jammu and Kashmir remained hot and humid Friday, with Srinagar recording 33.5 degrees Celsius, its highest temperature in August 2026 so far. The brief heat spell is expected to peak Saturday, with temperatures likely to rise slightly before easing from August 31, the Meteorological Centre said. Srinagar's maximum temperature rose from 32.9 degrees Celsius Thursday to 33.5 degrees Celsius Friday. Kupwara also recorded 33.5 degrees Celsius, up from 33.3 degrees Celsius. Qazigund

The NSS units of Government Degree College (GDC), Ganderbal, organised Khelo India Samvad Khel Ki Baat, PM Ke Saath on Thursday under the aegis of MYBharat and the NSS, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The highlight was a virtual interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi from 11 a.m. to noon. The programme began with the National Anthem, followed by a welcome address, NSS pledge and introduction of MYBharat volunteers. It also featured a screening of a Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialo

Srinagar, Aug 15: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday called on the BJP-led government at the Centre to reflect on whether India truly embodies the principles outlined in the Constitution. The BJP government at the Centre should think if, after 80 years, we have realised the dream of India as envisioned in the Constitution, Mehbooba told reporters after attending the Independence Day function at Bakshi Stadium here. Her comments came in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's request for

Srinagar, Aug 15: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday hoisted the National Flag at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day. A ceremonial police contingent presented the National Salute following the flag hoisting ceremony. Paying tribute to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for India's independence, Sinha recalled the difficult journey and sacrifices that shaped the country's freedom struggle. He also paid homage to civilians wh

A Tiranga rally was organised at Khonmoh on Friday as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, with participants marching with the National Flag and spreading the message of patriotism and national unity. The rally was led by Mohammad Muqsit Wani, JKAS, Block Development Officer Khonmoh, and Farooq Khan, Inspector, Police Post Khonmoh, along with officials from various government departments. Students, social workers, former PRI members, government functionaries and local residents participated in

Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) Vice-Chancellor Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo has been invited to participate in Sci Foo Camp at the University of Cambridge, UK, from Aug. 2123. Sci Foo is an invitation-only gathering of around 200 leading scientists, researchers and innovators from across the world. The 2026 edition is being organised by Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA), OReilly and Digital Science, with support from Google, Nature, the Sloan Foundation and the Navig

Residents of Palhalan Ghat in north Kashmirs Baramulla district have opposed the reported move to take over more than 30 Kanals of land used as a playground for decades. The land belongs to the Rakh and Farms Department, which, according to residents, plans to use it for a nursery. Residents said the ground has long been the areas main sports and recreational space. Local youth regularly play football, cricket and other sports there. They said it also serves as an important social space, particu

Army Commander Northern Command Lt Gen Pratik Sharma on Friday chaired a comprehensive security review and coordination meeting in Srinagar with key stakeholders, focusing on the prevailing security situation, operational preparedness and evolving security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir. The Army Commander was briefed by Joint Control Centres (JCCs) on the ground situation and operational readiness. He stressed the need for close inter-agency coordination, seamless synergy and swift disseminati

Thousands of devotees gathered at Baba Nagri in Wangath, Kangan, on Friday to mark the fifth death anniversary of Padma Bhushan awardee, veteran tribal leader and Sufi scholar Mian Bashir Ahmad Larvi. Mian Bashir, popularly known as Baba Sahib, passed away on August 14, 2021, at the age of 98. The annual observance at the shrine was marked by Fateha Khwani, Quran Khwani and special prayers, with devotees arriving from across Jammu and Kashmir as well as Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and other parts o

Torrential rains and cloudbursts lashed parts of Kashmir on Friday, triggering flash floods in south Kashmir and damaging roads, paddy fields and apple orchards, while the Meteorological Centre Srinagar forecast isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days. Plains of Kashmir received rain, while several upper areas of south Kashmir witnessed hailstorms and cloudbursts, with swollen streams and sudden surges in water reported from vulnerable areas. Officials from the India Meteor

The Delhi Home Department has ordered the relieving of several AGMUT cadre IPS and DANIPS officers from Delhi Police for posting to other Union Territories and states, including Jammu & Kashmir. As per the order issued on August 14, 2026, the officers will be relieved with effect from August 17, 2026 (A/N) to enable them to join their new assignments. Among the officers transferred from Delhi to Jammu & Kashmir are Vishnu Kumar, IPS (2019 batch); Rajeev Kumar Ambasta, IPS; Deepak Yadav, IPS; Ana

With an objective of engaging the youth with the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, commemorating the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, and promoting awareness among the youngsters about the adverse effects of the substance abuse under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan, Dean Students Welfare (DSW) and National Service Scheme (NSS) Central University of Kashmir CUKashmir) organised a Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme (VBYCP) at varsitys Tulmulla campus here Friday. Speaki

On the eve of the 80th Independence Day, Jammu and Kashmir Police paid tribute to its fallen personnel and reaffirmed its commitment to the nation. In a statement, the police said that it remembered its 1621 martyrs, including five personnel who have been posthumously decorated with Kirti Chakras this year. Honouring the supreme sacrifice of its heroes, J&K Police said it rededicates itself to the service of the nation in their memory. May our tricolour always flutter in supreme majesty, the for

Hundreds of people from different walks of life today joined congregational prayers for Er. Mohammad Anwar Ashai, noted engineer and social activist, who passed away on August 11. Anwar Ashai belonged to a generation that carried an extraordinary memory of Kashmirs twentieth-century history. Through his father, Khwaja Ghulam Ahmad Ashai, he inherited first-hand accounts of Kashmirs early educational and political awakening, while from the 1960s onwards he himself witnessed and participated in im

Two Deputy Inspectors General, two Senior Superintendents of Police and two Superintendents of Police figure among 38 personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police who have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) and President's Medal for Distinguished Services on the occasion of Independence Day 2026 for acts of conspicuous courage in the line of duty. The senior officers named in the list are DIGs Shiv Kumar Sharma and Pande Rajiv Omprakash, SSPs Shobhit D. Saksena and Mushtaq Ahmad, and SPs Nas

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday conferred Police Medals for Meritorious Service on six Jammu and Kashmir Police officers in recognition of their distinguished service and contribution to the force. Those honoured include IGP Sarah Afzal Ahmad Rizvi, DIG Rayees Mohammad Bhat, SSP Manjit Kour, SSP Tahir Saleem Khan, DSP Syed Afaq Ahmad and Inspector Vishal Dubey. The medals recognise the officers dedicated and exemplary service during their respective tenures in the Jammu and Kashmir Pol

The allegations of administrative mismanagement and financial instability at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), Rajouri, have once again come into focus as the employees have raised the concerns over delays in salaries, promotions and payment of arrear. Also, questions are being raised on the functioning and the governance of the varsity. The current issues have gained fresh political attention after former Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti sought government intervention

The aggressive batting approach shaped by the T20 era has come at the expense of patience, said former India spinner Harbhajan Singh pointing to the dwindling number of marathon innings in the longest format by the younger crop of players. He recalled an earlier generation of Test batters who could combine aggression with their ability to bat for long periods and build massive scores. In this era of T20s, the current generation do not possess the requisite patience like batters of yesteryears. T

Srinagar, Aug 14: Encash Automotive Pvt. Ltd., authorised dealership of Mahindra & Mahindra, unveiled the facelifted Scorpio-N at its Athwajan showroom in Srinagar on Friday, with 15 vehicles delivered to customers on the launch day. The vehicle was unveiled by Krishna Kumar Sourabha, Regional Manager, State Bank of India (SBI), and Syed Saqib Ali, Chief Manager, SBI, in the presence of Maham Rouf, CEO, Encash Automotive, senior officials from financial institutions, customers and SUV enthusiast

Srinagar, Aug 14: With nearly 5 lakh artisans and weavers now registered and handicraft exports running in billions, Jammu & Kashmir is steadily expanding the institutional and market ecosystem around its traditional crafts, with Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today taking stock of the initiatives underway to further consolidate this momentum across the Union Territory. The review meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce; Director, Industries, Jammu; Director, Handicr

Srinagar, Aug 14: BSNL Srinagar has announced a series of major telecom infrastructure initiatives and promotional schemes aimed at strengthening digital connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in remote and strategically important areas. In a statement issued on the eve of Independence Day, the Office of the Senior General Manager, BSNL Business Area Srinagar, said the initiatives reaffirm the public sector telecom operators commitment to a digitally self-reliant India and seamless

Buying a car on a tight budget feels overwhelming. Dozens of models, each promising great mileage, low maintenance, and enough features to stay comfortable. But when the budget sits below five lakh rupees, the real question shifts. It stops being about which car packs the most features and becomes about which one gives the fewest headaches across five years of ownership. That distinction matters more than most buyers realise, and most brochures will never tell you that. How Budget Cars Actually

Srinagar, Aug 14:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday expressed hope that the business rules prepared by his government would be approved by the Centre, saying he would raise the matter with the Union Home Minister during his upcoming visit to Delhi. I am hopeful. We showed all flexibility from our side. We even informally shared it. Now, after a few days, I have to go to Delhi and talk to the Home Minister about various things. I will talk about this too, Abdullah told repor

Srinagar, Aug 14:Jammu and Kashmir has firmly set out on a path of rapid socio-economic growth, with numerous mega projects nearing completion and key infrastructure initiatives advancing at a swift pace, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said. In his Independence Day message on Friday, LG Sinha said, J&K has firmly set out on a path of rapid socio-economic growth, witnessing remarkable progress over the past few years. It has received a powerful developmental boost, with numerous mega projects ne

Srinagar, Aug 14:The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, today attended the solemn observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The event was marked by collective remembrance and a reaffirmation of national unity. In his address on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor paid heartfelt tribute to all those citizens who endured unimaginable suffering during the partition of 1947 and whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations. The Lieutenant Governor emphasised that

Every August, India performs a ritual of remembering that risks becoming a ritual of forgetting. We hoist flags, recite a familiar pantheon of names, and retire the past into ceremony. But independence was not a single, luminous event delivered on the morning of 15 August 1947. It was a wager, made by exhausted and divided men and women, that a civilisation of extraordinary diversity could govern itself as one republic rather than dissolve into its many parts. That wager has not yet been fully s

Leh, Aug 14: Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday inaugurated an indoor shooting range and multi-purpose hall in Leh to strengthen the training, fitness and professional capacity of police personnel. The multi-purpose hall will facilitate indoor sports activities, including badminton, table tennis, wrestling and taekwondo, besides serving as an all-weather facility for in-service training, refresher courses and professional capacity building of police personnel, he said. Delighted to

New Delhi, Aug 14: Underlining that students are the architects of India's future, President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the government is taking comprehensive steps to reform public examinations to completely curb paper leaks and unfair means, making the system transparent, secure, and trustworthy. In her address to the nation on the eve of the country's 80th Independence Day, the president stressed that just as government and society remain united to ensure national security, everyone must c

Srinagar, Aug 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today extended warm greetings and good wishes to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, urging the citizens of the Union Territory to join hands in safeguarding peace and prosperity. In his Independence Day message, the Lieutenant Governor said: My dear brothers and sisters of Jammu Kashmir! On the auspicious occasion of our 80th Independence Day, I convey warm greetings and good wishes to all. Today we bow

Bandipora, Aug 14: A 32-year-old man died after a load carrier allegedly speeding near DPL Bandipora crashed through a chain-link barrier and plunged into the Madhumati Nallah on Friday. The incident took place at Dachigam near police lines and employment exchange, where the victim, identified as Irshad Ahmad Bhat, son of Abdul Jabbar Bhat and a resident of Dachigam, was sitting on the nallah bund when the vehicle struck him. The impact broke through the chain-link fencing surrounding the nallah

New Delhi, Aug 14: Member of Parliament Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan today met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and raised a number of important issues concerning the restoration of Statehood and constitutional rights to Jammu and Kashmir, strategic connectivity, border-area development, employment and tourism. During the meeting, the MP urged the Defence Minister, as a senior and key Minister in the Union Government, to use his good offices for the restoration of Statehood and Constitutional rig

New Delhi, Aug 14: The Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is according the highest priority to the modernisation of the defence forces driven by a self-reliant and future-ready defence sector, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in his address to the soldiers through Akashvani on the eve of 80th Independence Day on August 14, 2026. Highlighting the transformative shift witnessed by the defence sector in the last 12 years due to the initiatives such as Aatmanirbhar

Srinagar, Aug 14: A Special Anti-Corruption Court in Srinagar on Friday convicted a former Executive Engineer of Rural Engineering Wing (REW), Ganderbal, and an orderly in a bribery trap case, sentencing both to four years simple imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000 on each count. An ACB spokesperson said the Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, convicted Ghulam Nabi Dar, the then Executive Engineer, REW Ganderbal, and Mohd. Shameem Parra, the then orderly, in the trap case registered by the

Srinagar, Aug 13: The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Thursday commenced admissions to its undergraduate programme, with around 90 candidates completing the admission process on the first day. The admissions will continue over the next few days. The first phase of admissions began for the Civil Engineering programme, with 90 students completing their admission formalities on Thursday. Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. B.A. Mir, said the Institute has put in place comprehensive arra