Emphasis laid on intensified action to combat drug menace SRINAGAR: To review the impact of ongoing efforts and strategize further measures in the fight against drug abuse and its trafficking, a meeting of the District Level Committee on Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) was today convened under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo here at the Meeting Hall...

Inaugurates Kisan Mela-cum-Exhibition at Baramulla BARAMULLA, OCTOBER 18: Minister for Agriculture Production Department,Rural Development and Panchayati Raj,Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar today inaugurated a Kisan Mela-cum-Exhibition at Dak Banglow here, organized by department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Baramulla. Addressing the Mela, the Minister said that this Kisan Mela serves as a unique platform to connect farmers, agri...

JAMMU, OCTOBER 18: In true spirit of Diwali, a team from J&K State Taxes department, led by Additional Commissioner Enforcement and Administration Jammu, Namrita Dogra visited stalls set up by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the J&K Rural Livelihood Mission (Umeed) at Excise and Taxation Complex here. The officers enthusiastically interacted with the women entrepreneurs and purchased ‘diyas, decorative items, candles,...

SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 18: Riding high on the resounding success of its inaugural outing, the Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, is all set to host the second chapter of the “Know Your Artisan” initiative under the vibrant Soulful Kashmir campaign. Following the overwhelming response at the Jhelum River Front, where crowds flocked to witness live craft demonstrations, forge direct connections...

Says Show will become as famous as Tulip season, increase influx of tourists SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 18: After Gul-e-Lala (Tulip) season of Spring, Gul-e-Dawood (Chrysanthemum) season of Autumn is gradually turning into another attraction for tourists & locals in Srinagar. On Saturday, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg inaugurated the 3rd Chrysanthemum Show at Clock Tower, Lal Chowk Srinagar organised collectively by...

Addresses 16th IDA J&K Dental Conference at SKICC Srinagar Calls for due recognition to Dental Professionals at par with MBBS doctors SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 18: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today addressed the 16th Indian Dental Association J&K Dental Conference at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) here today. Addressing the gathering, Minister Sakeena lauded...

Emphasizes on integrating patient safety & patient care to strengthen healthcare delivery in J&K Srinagar, October 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the two-day National Conference on Patient Safety (NCPS-2025) at Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), organized by Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura. The theme of the conference is “Every Error a Lesson, Every Lesson a Safer...

Srinagar, October 18: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid obeisance to sacred relics of Lord Buddha brought from India and enshrined at the Central Temple, Geden Sheddup Choikorling Monastery, also known as “the Golden Abode of Buddha Shakyamuni” at Elista, Kalmykia, Russia. The Lieutenant Governor is leading the delegation to bring back holy relics of Lord Buddha after a week-long...

Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Oct 18 : Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Saturday invited tourists to visit the Valley this winter, saying that the administration is fully geared up to ensure smooth public services and promote winter tourism across prominent destinations. Speaking to reporters, in Lal Chowk Srinagar, Anshul Garg, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that winters...

‘When terrorists tried to rise again, we launched Operation Sindoor, taught them a lesson in their own homes’ ‘During Congress rule, terrorists played khoon ki holi across India’ Sajid Raina Srinagar: Asserting that India now responds to terror threats with unprecedented resolve and strength, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the PM Modi-led government’s action against terrorism in...

Highlights role of media in fostering informed public discourse on legislative proceedings Assures full support to media fraternity during Assembly Session SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 17: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather today interacted with media persons of different News organisations at Assembly Secretariat here to facilitate smooth and efficient coverage of the forthcoming Assembly session. The meeting...

Srinagar, October 17 : Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Dr. Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq, paid glowing tributes to Sheikh-ul-Alam Hazrat Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani (RA) on the occasion of his Urs, recalling his timeless message of Tawheed (oneness of Allah), compassion, simplicity, and service to humanity. In a statement issued to KNS, Mirwaiz said that the revered saint, through his deep spiritual insight and poetic...

‘Darbar Move revival was a promise to people, will do whatever is possible for us in UT’ Umaisar Gull Ganie Kulgam, Oct 17 : Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah Friday said that his government is making continuous efforts for the restoration of statehood, hoping that more powers (statehood) will be granted soon, which is being delayed for...

Srinagar, Oct 17 : Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, on Wednesday announced his departure for Kalmykia, Russia, to lead a delegation entrusted with bringing back the holy relics of Lord Buddha after a week-long exposition. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Office of the J&K Lieutenant Governor wrote, “Leaving for Kalmykia, Russia, where I will...

Srinagar, Oct 17 : People’s Democratic Party (PDP) youth leader Waheed Para has strongly criticized the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s decision to reduce the people of Backward Area (RBA) quota, terming it a deliberate attempt to undermine Kashmiri representation and empowerment. In a post shared on social media platform X, Para described the cabinet sub-committee’s decision to slash the RBA...