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Srinagar, Aug 31: Chairman of the Kashmir Policy and Strategy Group, Ashok Bhan, on the occasion of former President Pranab Mukherjees death anniversary, paid tribute to the veteran statesman, describing him as a towering statesman, unwavering Constitutionalist and political scholar whose public life reflected the finest traditions of Indian democracy. Bhan said Mukherjees journey from humble beginnings in a village in Bengal to the highest constitutional office in the country was marked by inte

Poonch, Aug 31: A man died after coming in contact with an electric wire in the Lassana area of Surankote in Poonch district on Monday, officials said. An official told news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the man came in contact with an electric wire and suffered a severe electric shock. He was subsequently shifted to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead. The deceased was identified as Ibrar Manhas, a resident of Surankote. A police team reached the spot and initiated necessary pr

Rafiabad, Aug 31 : Jammu and Kashmir Minister and National Conference senior leader Javed Ahmed Dar rejected reports of differences within the party, terming the speculation as rumours being spread for TRP. Speaking with reporters, according to the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), Dar said there was no disappointment within the party Media should avoid speculation and rumours. There is no such thing. No one is disappointed. Our leader is strong and so is his team, he said. He said the par

Ganderbal, Aug 29: Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) celebrated National Sports Day-2026 with enthusiasm and active participation of athletes, students, faculty members and university officials at the Tulmulla campus here. The programme was organised by the Department of Physical Education, in line with the national theme Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat. The celebration highlighted the importance of sports, physical fitness, discipline, teamwork and the holistic development of students.

Srinagar, Aug 30: Jammu and Kashmir pace spearhead Auqib Nabi is set to take his impressive domestic form to English county cricket, with the 29-year-old expected to join Surrey for the upcoming Division One County Championship fixtures. Nabi has received the required work visa clearances and has already left for England. He is expected to make his Surrey debut against Yorkshire at The Oval on Wednesday. The J&K pacer could feature in up to three County Championship matches before returning to

Doda, Aug 30: In continuation with the district wide initiative and under the directions of the District Development Commissioner Krishan Lal and under the supervision of Chief Medical Officer, a training programme on Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Fire Safety and Disaster Management was conducted at Government Higher Secondary School, Ghat (Doda). The programme was jointly organized by the Health Department, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and Fire & Emerge

Jammu, Aug 30: Tawi Wonderland Park at Bhagwati Nagar witnessed a huge rush of visitors on Saturday as Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL) hosted Euphoria An Evening to Celebrate Culture, bringing together music, dance and cultural performances in a vibrant three-hour programme. The event drew a large number of families, youngsters and visitors, who gathered at the venue to enjoy live performances and experience an evening dedicated to the regions diverse cultural traditions. The event was attend

Srinagar, Aug 30: A book authored by Mufti Syed Sharief-ul-Haq Bukhari was launched on Sunday at the holy mausoleum of the revered Sufi saint Hazrat Mir Syed Haji Muhammad Muraad Al-Bukhari (R.A.) Kreeri in presence of a distinguished gathering of religious, political, social, academic and media personalities. The literary and scholarly event witnessed the participation of several prominent personalities, scholars, intellectuals and well-wishers, who gathered to mark the launch and acknowledge

Anantnag, Aug 30: District Administration Anantnag today accorded a warm farewell to the outgoing Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Sunny Gupta, on his transfer and posting as SSP Kishtwar, during a function organized at the DC Office. Deputy Commissioner (DC), Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Dr. Muzamil Maqbool Beigh, Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Tariq Ahmad Malik, and other district officers and officials attended the function. While observ

Srinagar, Aug 30: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) J&K successfully concluded the 3rd Edition of the CII J&K Health Conclave 2026 at SKICC, Srinagar, under the theme Advancing Healthcare Excellence: Innovation, Resilience & Inclusive Growth. The conclave brought together policymakers, healthcare leaders, medical professionals, industry experts, academicians and innovators to deliberate on emerging trends, opportunities and priorities shaping the future of healthcare in Jammu & Kashmir

Srinagar, Aug 30: Stating that curiosity is the first lamp of knowledge, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday called for balancing values and science. Science gives us speed and values give us direction, Sinha said, addressing the students on the Foundation Day of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and the Annual Day of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Gurukul. The Lieutenant Governor said that in Indian tradition, asking questions has never been regarded as a weakness. The Upanishadic tradi

Srinagar, Aug 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Legal Services Authority (J&K LSA) disposed of a large number of cases through National and Special Lok Adalats during 2025, providing speedy and accessible justice to litigants across the Union Territory. The details released by the Authority show that four National Lok Adalats held in March, May, September and December 2025 disposed of 655,754 cases, including both pre-litigation and post-litigation matters. The settlements involved a cumulative compensa

Srinagar, August 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modihaslauded the cleanliness and scientific waste-management efforts undertaken during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, saying that when cleanliness becomes part of peoples conduct, it enhances the beauty and identity of a place. In his latest episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, PM Modi said, Cleanliness has a very great quality. When the resolve to keep a place clean becomes the peoples own resolve, the change does not remain limited only to cleanlin

Ganderbal, Aug 30: Macadamisation work has commenced on one of the major link roads connecting Kangan with the famous tourist destination of Naranag in central Kashmirs Ganderbal district, bringing relief to local residents and commuters who have repeatedly raised concerns over the condition of the vital road. The Naranag-Kangan link road serves as an important connectivity route for residents as well as tourists visiting the picturesque Naranag area. Locals had on several occasions raised the i

Ladakh: Indian Army Aviation pilots evacuated a casualty from an altitude of around 18,600 feet near the Nun Kun mountain massif in Ladakh, carrying out the operation under strong winds and extremely challenging terrain conditions. The Indian Armys Fire and Fury Corps shared details of the evacuation in a post on X, stating that the casualty was located on a difficult slope where there was no proper space available for a conventional helicopter landing. To facilitate the evacuation, the helicopt

Srinagar, Aug 30: The International Film Festival of Kashmir (IFFK) will showcase 28 films from 24 countries during its sixth edition, scheduled to be held at Tagore Hall, Srinagar, on September 1 and 2. The festival, which marks 20 years of cinema, culture and conversation since its inception in 2006, received more than 200 entries from across the world for this year's edition. Festival Director Yaqut Mushtaq said the two-day festival aims to provide a platform for diverse cinematic voices and

The death of Mohd Maqbool Bhat after falling from a walnut tree in Damjan, Qazigund, is a heartbreaking reminder of how fragile life remains for thousands of working families in Kashmir. What begins as an ordinary day of labour can, in an instant, turn into an irreparable tragedy. Behind every such incident lies not just sorrow, but a deeper social reality that rarely finds space in our collective conscience. Bhat, a resident of Damjan and the sole breadwinner for his family, reportedly fell whi

Kashmirs cultural identity has never been a museum piece. It has lived in homes, shrines, workshops, orchards, kitchens, songs, crafts and shared public spaces, surviving because each generation found a way to carry it forward. That is why the conversation on cultural preservation must move beyond nostalgia. If heritage is to endure, it must be sustained in ways that are economically viable, socially inclusive and environmentally responsible. Too often, preservation is reduced to restoration alo

DR AJAZ BILAL There was a time when the biggest parenting concern was whether a child had eaten properly, studied on time, or come home before dark. Today, that concern has widened into something far more complex: whether a child is growing up with a healthy understanding of artificial intelligence, and whether parents themselves are prepared to guide that journey. The parent-child relationship has always shaped character, confidence, and conscience. In the AI world, it now shapes digital judgme

DR NAZIR AHMAD KHAN Otolaryngology has evolved dramatically from conventional open procedures to precision-driven, minimally invasive and function-preserving surgery. The development of the operating microscope, endoscopes, lasers, image-guided navigation, robotics and advanced reconstructive techniques has fundamentally changed the way diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck are diagnosed and treated. These innovations have not merely made surgery less invasive; they have changed its p

No footpath. No street lighting. No safe crossing. And then we ask: Why are pedestrians dying on our roads? Across India, walking is not merely a mode of transport. For millions, it is a daily necessity. People walk to schools, workplaces, markets, hospitals, public transport stops, religious places and neighbourhoods. Children walk. Senior citizens walk. Women walk. Workers walk. Persons with disabilities walk. Every motorist becomes a pedestrian at some point. Yet, despite the obvious importan

Srinagar, Aug 30: The University of Kashmir has issued an admission update for candidates seeking admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, announcing the schedule for completing admission formalities, updating marks and participating in online counselling for vacant seats. According to the Directorate of Admissions and Competitive Examinations (DACE), the last date for completing admission formalities for selection lists already issued for all programmes, including General

Srinagar, August 30: Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi today extended the partys full support to MBBS and BDS interns across Jammu and Kashmir who have announced a statewide protest demanding implementation of the long-pending enhancement in their monthly stipend. Inam Un Nabi said it was deeply unfortunate that a matter examined by a government-appointed committee in 2023 continues to remain unresolved. The committee had recommended enhancement of the stipend, but the pr

Jasrota, Aug 30: Senior BJP leader and Jasrota MLA Rajiv Jasrotia laid the foundation stones for 14 development works costing approximately 26 lakh in Panchayat Kishanpur Kandi and adjoining areas, reaffirming his focus on strengthening grassroots infrastructure and ensuring balanced development across the constituency. Of the 14 works, 12 have been taken up in Panchayat Kishanpur Kandi and include the construction and improvement of lanes, drains and other essential civic facilities. The projec

Pulwama, Aug 30: The District Congress Committee (DCC) Pulwama on Sunday organised a political programme at Town Hall Pulwama under the banners of Chhatron Ki Goonj and Chanda Chori, raising questions over BJP policies and highlighting issues concerning students, democracy and the common people. The programme was attended by senior Congress leaders, party functionaries, NSUI office-bearers and a large number of workers. Speakers criticised the BJP and alleged that the party had failed to address

Jammu, Aug 30: Members of the Jammu State Movement (JSM) participated in the Baba Birpa Nath Ji Bhandara at Kangar in Bhalwal, organised by Arjun Singh of Karni Sena. JSM team members Pawan Manhas, Karnal Singh, Rajdev Singh and Atulya Bakshi were honoured by devotees during the Bhandara. The team expressed gratitude to the organisers, devotees and sevadars for the warm welcome and appreciated their efforts in organising the community-service event. During interactions with devotees and local re

Srinagar, Aug 30: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Sunday made a heartfelt appeal to Kashmiri Pandits to return to the Valley, saying their homecoming was essential to reclaiming the shared cultural heritage and restoring the peace, prosperity and harmony that once characterised life in Srinagar. Bukhari made the remarks while addressing a workers convention in Habba Kadal, Srinagar, attended by a large gathering of local residents and party workers. Recalling his childhood me

Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], August 30 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bishkek on Sunday, where he will participate in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, marking the next leg of his two-country visit after concluding his state visit to Uzbekistan. PM Modi arrived in the Kyrgyz capital at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov. The 26th SCO Summit will bring together leaders of member states to deliberate on regional and international issues and ways to further

Srinagar, Aug 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) has ordered an immediate ban on the sale, storage, distribution and display of 10 identified batches of ghee after laboratory tests found them to be non-conforming to prescribed food safety standards. The action was taken under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, following testing of samples by the Notified Food Analyst at the National Food Laboratory in Ghaziabad and the Food Testing Laboratory in Kashmir. The affe

New Delhi , August 30 : Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi is set to represent Surrey in the Division One County Championship fixtures from next week onwards, with an eye on two Tests against New Zealand away from home in November. As per Cricinfo, Nabi could feature in three County Championship games ahead of the NZ Tests. He was a replacement for superstar pacer Jasprit Bumrah for two Tests against Sri Lanka, but did not get a match as India fielded Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj ahead of

Jammu, Aug 29: The Labour Department, Jammu and Kashmir organised a One-Day Orientation-cum-Training Programme on the Four Labour Codes at the Meeting Hall of the Labour Commissioner, Jammu, under the chairmanship of Labour Commissioner, J&K, S. Charandeep Singh. The programme aimed at strengthening the capacity of departmental field functionaries and promoting effective, uniform and transparent implementation of the new labour law framework across Jammu Division. The programme was attended by

Srinagar, Aug 29: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally hot and humid weather over the coming days, with brief spells of rain and thundershowers expected at scattered to many places, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar. The latest forecast issued by the weather department said that on August 29 and 30, weather is expected to remain generally hot and humid, with brief spells of rain or thundershowers likely at scattered places, mainly during the early morning and afternoon

Jammu, Aug 29 : Northern Railway's Jammu Division has restored the train service between Budgam in Kashmir and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from Friday, providing direct connectivity between the Valley and the Jammu region. Train number 04688/04687 will operate on its regular route between Budgam (BDGM) and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (SVDK) with effect from August 29, according to a statement issued by Northern Railway. Train 04688 will depart from Budgam at 7:20 am and arrive at Shri Mata Vai

A kundali, or birth chart, is based on the positions of the planets and zodiac signs at the exact time of your birth. Astrologers interpret these planetary positions, along with the 12 houses, to make predictions and understand different areas of your life, such as personality, relationships, etc. But thanks to budding technology, today you can easily generate a free online kundali and gain astrological insights into different areas of your life. But the key is to know how to read Kundli. Don't

Kathmandu , August 29 : Authorities have recovered 616 bodies as the death toll of the August 26 flash flood in Rasuwa district of Nepal continues to rise, while 2301 people were injured and rescued, Nepal Police said. As the flash flood hit the Bhotekoshi river system on August 26, Chitwan district witnessed the highest death toll of 233, followed by 158 in Nawalparasi (East), 48 in Gorkha, 47 in Nawalparasi (West), 45 in Dhading, 41 in Nuwakot, 31 in Tanahun and 13 in Rasuwa. According to Nepa

Shopian: Healthcare services at District Hospital Shopian have come under scrutiny after the facilitys central oxygen generation plant remained non-functional for more than two months, forcing the hospital to depend on standalone oxygen cylinders for patients requiring continuous respiratory support. The prolonged disruption has raised concerns among patients and attendants, particularly families of elderly and critically ill patients with conditions such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Srinagar, Aug 28: Srinagar MP and National Conference leader Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has escalated his differences with party president Dr Farooq Abdullah, saying he would resign but insisting that accountability must come first. In a detailed letter to Abdullah dated August 28, Ruhullah questioned the National Conferences position on the restoration of Article 370 and argued that statehood cannot be treated as a substitute for the constitutional protections removed in August 2019. Ruhullah said

Srinagar, Aug 28: The Government Degree College (GDC) Baramulla has prohibited students and staff from carrying out photography, videography, video recording or making short films on the college campus without prior written permission from the principal. In an order a copy of which is with Rising Kashmir, the college administration said the restriction was aimed at maintaining discipline, privacy, decorum and an appropriate academic environment on the campus. The order stated that the restrictio

Srinagar: As walnut harvesting begins across Kashmir, the seasonal work is once again drawing attention to the safety risks faced by labourers who climb tall trees to collect the crop. With many workers continuing to operate without harnesses, helmets or other protective equipment, concerns over falls and serious injuries remain. Over the years, walnut harvesting has been linked to several fatal and serious fall accidents across the Valley, underscoring the need for greater awareness, safety mea

Leh, August 28: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena, has directed the administration to adopt a zero tolerance approach towards food safety violations across the Union Territory, warning food business operators that any compromise with hygiene, quality and statutory food safety standards will invite stringent action under law. The directive, aimed at safeguarding public health and ensuring that food available to consumers in Ladakh is safe and wholesome, comes with a stern warning t

Srinagar, Aug 28: The Jammu and Kashmir government is planning to utilise abandoned community bunkers in border villages of Uri along the Line of Control (LoC) for mushroom cultivation, in a move aimed at promoting agriculture while putting unused infrastructure to productive use. Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (SDAO) Uri Mushtaq Ahmad Allaie told Rising Kashmir that the department is preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposal, which will subsequently be submitted to the gove

Srinagar, Aug 28: MBBS and BDS interns working in Jammu and Kashmirs medical colleges will begin an indefinite strike from August 31 over the delay in revising their stipend despite government recommendations for a substantial hike. The interns, who undergo a one-year mandatory internship at government medical colleges across the UT, said they currently receive a stipend of only Rs 12,000 per month, which they claim is among the lowest in the country. They have been demanding an increase in the

Parents are the first teachers, the first protectors, and often the first moral compass a child ever knows. Long before a child enters a classroom, the home begins shaping character, habits, emotions, and ideas about right and wrong. In that sense, parenthood is not merely a private role; it is a profound social responsibility. A family that raises thoughtful, respectful, and emotionally secure children helps build a healthier society. A family that neglects this duty leaves behind wounds that s

The images emerging from Nepal are terrifying, but they are also instructive. Entire settlements washed away, roads cut off, lives lost, and hundreds still missing the scale of the tragedy is a grim reminder that the Himalayas are no longer a distant postcard of beauty, but a living zone of danger. For Kashmir, the lesson is not merely emotional sympathy. It is urgent self-examination. What is unfolding in Nepal should force us to look closely at our own vulnerabilities. Kashmir, too, sits in a

Today, the aim of this programme goes beyond focusing on household, but every adult who did not yet have a bank account In January 2015, a remarkable thing happened in India that more than one crore eighty lakh bank accounts were opened across the country within a week, this feat was also recognised by the Guinness World Records. This didnt happen in a big-city alone, but across small towns and remote villages, where families who had never possessed a bank account gained access to banking for th

DR ZUBAIR SHAFI Artificial Intelligence has moved from science fiction into daily life with astonishing speed. It writes, predicts, recommends, translates, diagnoses, and even converses with a confidence that can make it seem almost magical. In this age of rapid technological change, one question keeps returning with greater force: is AI a superhuman? The answer, however impressive the technology may appear, is no. AI is not superhuman. It is super-capable in certain tasks, but it remains fundam

RAJINDER HINDU The history of Jammu and Kashmir is often narrated through a narrow political lens. Certain personalities are celebrated, others are condemned, and complex historical developments are reduced to convenient slogans. Yet some of the most important questions surrounding the events of 1947 remain insufficiently examined, particularly from the perspective of Jammu. Among these questions is the political relationship between Jawaharlal Nehru and Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, the circumstanc

Srinagar, Aug 28: A new quarterly business magazine, Prime Business Voice, dedicated to Kashmirs evolving economic landscape, was formally launched in Srinagar on Friday. Founded by media professional Rouf Majid, who has nearly 15 years of international media experience, the publication aims to provide an editorial platform for entrepreneurs, businesses and professionals across Jammu and Kashmir. The launch event brought together business leaders, government officials, healthcare professionals,

Srinagar, Aug 28: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Friday said the abrogation of Article 370 had inflicted a deep wound on the emotions of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, while calling for renewed dialogue between the Centre and the people of the Union Territory. Addressing a public convention in Tral, Bukhari said both the Congress and BJP were responsible for the erosion of Article 370, alleging that the Congress had hollowed out the provision over the years while the BJP r

Leh, Aug 28:- The Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh is very close to the heart of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and will soon get special provisions under Art 371 as an exceptional case. This was stated by Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Sh Kiren Rijiju in Leh on Friday. The Minister was speaking at the Silver Jubilee Founders Day function of the Druk Padma Karpo School at Shey in Leh district where he was the Chief Guest. Rijiju said during his address that Prime Mini