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Srinagar, Aug 30: The comprehensive sanitation and waste management system implemented during this year's Amarnath Yatra has received national recognition, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighting the arrangements and scientific waste management model in his Mann Ki Baat address. The prime minister's mention in the latest edition of his monthly radio address comes shortly after the conclusion of the annual yatra on August 28. It appreciably recognises the coordinated efforts undertaken to

Srinagar, Aug 30: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Sunday urged the people of Srinagars Shehr-e-Khaas not to fall prey to the decades-long exploitation by traditional political parties like the National Conference. He called upon them to become aware of their political and democratic rights and assert them to bring about a change in their present difficult situation. He was addressing a workers convention in Habba Kadal, Srinagar, which was attended by a large gathering of loc

Kathmandu, Aug 28: The death toll from flash floods in central Nepal rose to 579 on Friday, with more bodies recovered as search and rescue operations resume at full pace after a brief slowdown due to fear of fresh floods following an increase in the water level in the Bhotekoshi River area. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) said rising water levels at the site of a devastating flash flood earlier this week increased the risk of another flood in the area. The

New Delhi, Aug 28: A government-constituted task force on Friday invited suggestions on reforms in public examination including accountability and institutional arrangements. The Centre had in July announced constitution of the High-Powered Task Force (HPTF) with Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani as chairperson, to examine and recommend comprehensive reforms related to conduct, security, design and governance of public examinations, and those conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), in a

New Delhi on Thursday sent a second consignment of relief material to flood-hit Nepal, with a military transport aircraft carrying 37.5 tonnes of humanitarian assistance, medicines and food packets. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the latest consignment followed the dispatch of 10 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) material to Nepal on Wednesday. A second flight has just taken off, carrying 37.5 tonnes of HADR material, medicines & food packets for Nepal, Ja

Srinagar, Aug 27: The fourth day of the 5th Canon C.E. Tyndale-Biscoe Invitational Football Tournament witnessed a vibrant mix of high-scoring football, closely fought contests and an exciting penalty shootout, as participating school teams continued their quest for glory. The day, as per a statement, began with a dominant performance in Match 11, where DPS Srinagar registered an emphatic 131 victory over New Bonvivant English School. Qazi was adjudged Man of the Match for his outstanding contri

Srinagar, Aug 27:A deadly glacial collapse and debris flow along the Nepal-Tibet border has renewed concern over risks from retreating glaciers and changing high-altitude catchments across the Himalaya, including Ladakh and the Chenab Valley in Jammu and Kashmir. The August 26 disaster sent water, ice, mud, and debris through valleys in Nepal and Tibet, killing more than 180 people and leaving more than 1300 missing, according to preliminary reports. Roads, bridges, and settlements were damaged

New Delhi, Aug 25: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ordered the posting of Abdul Jabbar, IPS (AGMUT: 2008) to the Jammu & Kashmir segment of the Joint AGMUT Cadre with immediate effect. According to an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on August 25, 2026, the posting comes following Abdul Jabbars repatriation from Central Deputation. Abdul Jabbar has worked extensively in Jammu & Kashmir, and mostly in the Kashmir Zone. His assignments included (i) ASP in Srinagar (2010-2012); (

New Delhi, Aug 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 53rd meeting of PRAGATI, the ICT-enabled, multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, at Seva Teerth earlier today. During the meeting, Prime Minister reviewed six key infrastructure projects across the Railway, Road and Power sectors, spanning nine States with a cumulative cost of more than 30,000 crore. The projects, significant for strengthening connectivity, supporting industrial and economic activity a

New Delhi, Aug 25: The government will sell onions at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg in the national capital, a discount of around 36 per cent from the prevailing average retail price, with the help of 800 tonnes of fresh vegetable supplies reaching here on Wednesday through the first 'Kanda Express'. Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare on Tuesday said that onions will be retailed via Nafed, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar stores in the national capital. Bulk onions are also being transported th

Jammu, Aug 25: Former Chief Minister of J&K, Ghulam Nabi Azad, has strongly condemned the horrific rape and murder of a minor girl from the ST community in Chatroo, Kishtwar, describing the incident as absolutely horrifying and shameful. Azad appreciated the police for swiftly arresting the culprit and said that the accused must face exemplary punishment for the heinous crime. He said, The rape & murder of a minor girl from the ST community in Chatroo, Kishtwar, is absolutely horrifying and sham

New Delhi, Aug 25: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday greeted citizens on the eve of harvest festival Onam and Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). In a message, she said Onam is an occasion to express gratitude to nature on arrival of the new harvest. Onam celebrates our rich culture and spirit of brotherhood. It promotes unity in diversity. Boat races, folk dances, music and sports are important traditions associated with this festival. They showcase the culture and va

New Delhi, Aug 25: A novel smartphone-enabled platform employing afluorescence-responsive tiny molecule as a probe offers a simple, cost-effective, and accessible approach for the detection of the Alzheimer's disease (AD) biomarker amyloid- (A). Upon interaction with A, the tiny molecule called TZ-48undergoes changes in fluorescence intensity, which are captured and quantified using a dedicated smartphone application. This enables rapid and user-friendly detection, with potential applications in

New Delhi, Aug 25: One of the largest and most geographically diverse investigations has found that South Asian gut microbiomes are distinct from those reported in other parts of the world and are shaped by local culture, diet, geography, and lifestyle. The findings provide an important scientific foundation for developing microbiome-based diagnostics, personalized nutrition, and precision healthcare for South Asian populations, specifically for lifestyle disorders. South Asia is undergoing rapi

Jammu, Aug 24:Where discipline shapes character and young minds grow into leaders, Sainik School Nagrota has been nurturing ambition for over five decades. From NDA cadets to generals, doctors and civil servants, Nagrotas alumni have carried its legacy far beyond the parade ground. Major General Ramesh Raina (retired); Maj Gen J S Bedi (retired); Maj Gen Mohinder Kumar Sagoch; former J&K Advocate General Jahangir Iqbal Ganai; former J&K minister Harsh Dev Singh; former IGP (Personnel) PHQ, J&K J

Srinagar, Aug 24:The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has upheld the Enforcement Directorates (ED) Jurisdiction to investigate a money-laundering case originating from alleged corruption in a project involving construction and dredging works at Hokersar Wetland here. A bench of Justice Sanjay Dhar maintained the central agencys authority in response to a plea filed by M/s Reach Dredging Limited, which it dismissed finally being devoid of merit. The company had called in question the summons issued b

Ramban, Aug 24:The Srinagar Jammu National Highway remained open for regulated two-way traffic on Monday, with vehicular movement continuing at a slow pace at several vulnerable stretches in Udhampur and Ramban districts due to ongoing restoration, construction activity, and damage caused by recent rains. According to traffic authorities, traffic remained slow at Dewal in Udhampur district, where an approximately 30-40 metre portion of the highway has been affected by road damage, an uneven surf

Jammu, Aug 17: Army's Northern Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma on Monday visited forward areas along the Line of Control in the Poonch district, underscoring the need for continued vigilance and adopting innovative approaches to address emerging security challenges. The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief reviewed the operational preparedness of the formations and also interacted with the troops guarding the borders, the Army said. Lt Gen Sharma visited forward locations in Poonch and reviewed th

Jammu, Aug 17: Hundreds of BJP workers, led by Jammu and Kashmir party president Sat Sharma, took to the streets here on Monday to protest against the National Conference-led government, accusing it of failing to fulfil its election promises and address unemployment and development issues. Carrying placards and party flags, the BJP activists gathered at Dogra Chowk, Maheshpura, and Panjtirthi before marching separately toward the Civil Secretariat via Shalimar Road under the leadership of Sharma

Ruteng, Aug 17: A day after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake jolted eastern Indonesia, rescue teams recovered six more bodies Sunday, raising the death toll to 53, while many of the thousands displaced spent the night outdoors in fear of aftershocks. Rescuers dug through debris looking for anyone buried beneath landslides triggered by the quake across six regencies on Flores, a predominantly Catholic island in the Muslim-majority country. They focused on three regencies that remained inaccessible -- h

Kashmiri legal scholar Professor (Dr.) Wasiq Abass Dar has been selected to serve as Visiting Faculty at the prestigious Centre for Transnational Legal Studies (CTLS), London, hosted by Kings College London, for the Autumn/Fall 2026 semester. Prof. Dar will teach courses on International Investment Law and International Commercial Arbitration at CTLS, an internationally recognised centre for the study of transnational legal issues. His selection followed a competitive two-stage process involving

In the remote border areas of Karnah and Tangdhar along the Line of Control, where geography and years of instability have long limited opportunities, the Rouble Nagi Art Foundation (RNAF) is building pathways to a brighter future through education, digital learning and vocational skills. The foundation has established educational and skill development centres in some of the most underserved villages and madrasas in the area, ensuring that children receiving religious education also gain modern

The residents of Sochalyari village in north Kashmirs Handwara Sub District said that the area lacks mobile connectivity due to which they were subjected to severe hardships. They said that at a time when people have access to 5g mobile internet across Kashmir, they were still without mobile connectivity. We have to walk several kilometers to reach a specific place where our mobiles catch a signal following which we make a call at the time of emergency. Rest of the time our mobiles are mere play

The residents of Magam and adjoining villages have complained about inadequate healthcare and lack of basic diagnostic facilities at Primary Health Centre (PHC) Magam in north Kashmirs Handwara sub-district. Residents said that the health centre which was established in 1987 has never remained a priority for concerned authorities. The inadequate staff at PHC Magam has always been a problem due to which patient care has badly hit. This health centre lacks the entire basic infrastructure required

The waiting list for Medical Officer posts at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar has not been released for two months. The list, as per the aspirants is stuck at the Civil Secretariat pending approval. The prolonged delay has left selected candidates in uncertainty, and affecting the timely filling of critical vacancies. Pushed by the ambiguity regarding the release of list, the JK Medical Association today sought that the matter be fast-tracked. Dr. Wasim Khan, Chairman of the associatio

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday visited several flood-affected areas of Rajouri district and met families impacted by the devastating floods of July 19. Accompanied by senior PDP leaders, Mehbooba visited affected localities, interacted with families and expressed solidarity with those who suffered losses in the disaster. During the visit, she also met the family of Abdul Ghani, a daily-wage worker of the Jal Shakti D

The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has directed the authorities to ensure effective implementation of reserved seating for women in public transport and to put in place a mechanism for addressing complaints by women commuters. A division bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Kumar and Justice Muhammad Yousuf Wani issued a slew of directions over the safety of women commuters in public transport while hearing a Public Interest Litigation filed by advocate Monisa Manzoor Mir. The directions

New Delhi, Aug 16: A large number of employees across sectors see poor implementation of well-being policies at the workplace as key to rising stress level, pointing to a widespread gap between having a formal policy and real-life experiences, said a report released on Sunday. The report, 'Beyond the Policy: Lived Experience and Micro-Rituals in Employee Wellbeing', said that 42 per cent of employees find their employers, despite having a policy for workers' well-being, fail in effective executi

An overwhelming participation marked as the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) on Sunday organised the Jammu runs for unity marathon at Bahu Plaza, promoting the message of unity, cleanliness, responsible citizenship and devotion, particularly in the spirit of a clean and environmentally responsible Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The marathon was flagged off by Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, in the presence of Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation, Dr Devansh Yadav, along with senior

Several remote and hilly areas of Bani tehsil in Kathua district continue to face poor or completely absent mobile and internet connectivity, causing serious inconvenience to inhabitants despite the installation of telecom towers at several locations. Local inhabitants said that while private telecom operators, particularly Airtel and Jio, have installed towers at various locations, the network remains extremely weak in many pockets, leaving several villages with poor or unreliable connectivity.

Leh, Aug 16: CEAT Limited has announced that its Ladakh Enduro Park has been recognised by the India Book of Records and Asia Book of Records as Asias highest-altitude motorcycle training arena. Located at around 3,500 metres above sea level in Leh, the permanent, purpose-built off-road training facility has trained more than 2,500 riders since opening on August 7, 2024. The facility combines Ladakhs challenging high-altitude terrain with a professionally designed track and purpose-built obstacl

Sainik School Nagrota celebrated the 80th Independence Day on a special note with patriotic fervour and pride as the institute bagged top twin honours i.e., Best Drill contingent and Excellence Award for the School Band at the UT-level ceremony at MA Stadium, Jammu. School Principal Captain (IN) Shibu Devasia, along with contingent leaders, received the awards from Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, who presided over the main Independence Day function on Saturday and took the salute at M

Leh , Aug 16: Chief Principal Census Officer for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Amit Sharma said the second phase of Census 2027, Population Enumeration, will begin in Ladakh and Snow-Bound non-synchronous areas of Jammu and Kashmir from September 1, following the successful completion of the house-listing operation. Addressing a press conference, Amit Sharma, Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh UTs, disclosed that the Directorate

New Delhi, Aug 16: Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth will undertake an official visit to Nepal from August 17 to 19 to further strengthen defence cooperation and military-to-military ties between the two neighbouring countries, the Army said on Sunday. During his three-day visit, General Seth will hold meetings with senior Nepalese military and civilian officials and discuss issues of mutual interest. On August 17, the Army Chief will lay a wreath at the Army Pavilion in Tundikhel and

New Delhi, Aug 16: Israel has intensified its military operations in southern Lebanon, killing at least 11 people in what Al Jazeera described as the deadliest attacks since a US-brokered ceasefire framework was agreed in June, while tensions between Iran and the United States remain high over the Strait of Hormuz and the future of negotiations. Israeli forces continued to bombard southern Lebanon on Saturday, with explosions reported near Ali al-Taher Heights following a series of attacks that

Over these past weeks, I have been closely following the reports, updates and developments surrounding this years Amarnath Yatra. Despite some genuine challenges along the way, the positivity running through most of what I read and heard was hard to ignore. With the holy pilgrimage now entering its concluding weeks, it felt like the right moment to share and highlight some of these observations. Every summer, the mountains above Pahalgam and Baltal echo with chants of Bam Bam Bhole. Thousands of

Srinagar, Aug 16:The Sainik School Manasbal, established with the objective of preparing young boys academically and physically for entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) and other walks of life, appears to be struggling to retain the institutional strength and academic ecosystem that once defined it. The school, envisioned as an institution for nurturing discipline, leadership, patriotism, and a spirit of service among students has witnessed a decline in enrolment over the years. At the

Moscow, Aug 16: Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia Sunday, killing at least six people in one of Kyiv's largest aerial attacks of the war. Russia's Ministry of Defense said that it had destroyed 822 drones overnight, with 600 headed toward the Russian capital. Five people were killed in Russia's southwestern Rostov region, where three towns came under attack, local Gov. Yury Slyusar said. An 83-year-old man was killed after a Ukrainian drone hit a private home in the Moscow region

Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Ghulam Ali Khatana met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday and stressed the need for a comprehensive audit and effective monitoring of budgetary allocations, central support and centrally funded projects in Jammu and Kashmir. This would ensure transparency, timely execution and also that public money reached the intended beneficiaries, MP Khatana said, while holding an extensive discussion with the PM on the present situation, development priorities and as

Srinagar, Aug 15:Kashmir Medical College and Hospital (KMCH), Sempora, on Saturday celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm, with faculty, doctors, staff members and students participating in the celebrations. Managing Director KMCH, Tausif Ahmad, hoisted the Tricolour and took the salute in the presence of Executive Director InshaQazi, Principal/Dean Prof. Nazir Ahmad Khan, Medical Superintendent Dr Syed Mubashir, heads of departments, faculty members, doctors

Ganderbal, Aug 15:Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) celebrated the 80th Independence Day with enthusiasm, with Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. RavinderNath, hoisting the National Flag at the Tulmulla Campus here on Saturday. Registrar, Finance Officer, Controller of Examinations, Deans of Schools, Heads and Coordinators of Departments, Librarian, Dean Students Welfare, faculty members, statutory officers, administrative staff, research scholars and students were present on the occasion. The Un

Anantnag, Aug 15:The 80th Independence Day was celebrated across Anantnag district with great patriotic fervour, enthusiasm and national spirit. The main function of the day was organised at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial Government Degree College, Khanabal, where a large gathering of people joined the celebrations to commemorate the historic occasion and honour the sacrifices of the freedom fighters who laid down their lives for the nations independence. Minister for Education, Higher Educat

Srinagar, Aug15: The 80th Independence Day of the nation was celebrated with immense enthusiasm, patriotic fervour, and mass participation across all sports zones of J&K by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports J&K (DYSS) The district level functions, organised by the respective district administrations, witnessed strong collaboration and seamless support from various departments, prominently including the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports through its District Youth Services and Sp

Kathua, Aug 15: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour at Sports Stadium Kathua, where Minister for FCS&CA, IT, Youth Services and Sports, Science and Technology Satish Sharma hoisted the National Flag at Sports Stadium Kathua. The Minister took salute from the impressive march-past presented by the contingents of police, Security Forces, Forest, NCC and school students. MLA Kathua Dr Bharat Bhushan, Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma, SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma, sen