District Ganderbal will be set on a steady growth path: CM GANDERBAL, SEPTEMBER 29: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid foundation stone for more than a dozen development projects worth ₹36.50 crore during an extensive tour of Ganderbal district, reaffirming his government’s commitment to strengthening infrastructure in sports, power sectors and improving road connectivity in the district. At Beehama, the...

Lieutenant Governor attends ‘Sewa Parv’ celebrations organised by Housing & Urban Development Department
LG lays the foundation stone for 60 projects of AMRUT 2.0 worth Rs 699.79 crore LG Sinha calls for sustainable urban infrastructure and integration of smart technology to develop more liveable and vibrant cities and mitigate environmental challenges Our sustainable urban planning and execution on the ground is a bold roadmap for future cities: LG Under the guidance of Hon’ble...

Div Com Kashmir for multi-pronged approach to curb substance use
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 29: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Monday convened an urgent meeting to address the alarming issue of drug addiction & substance use by youth in the Valley. The meeting was attended by Director Health Services Kashmir; HOD Community Medicine, GMC Srinagar; CMO Srinagar, Deputy Director Health Service Kashmir, Deputy Director Planning, District Social Welfare Officer,...

JKSRTC Faces Over Rs 60 Lakh in Pending Power Dues Across Kashmir
Srinagar, Sept 29 : An RTI response has revealed that the Jammu and Kashmir Road Transport Corporation (JKRTC) is burdened with electricity tariff liabilities running into lakhs of rupees across its installations in the Kashmir province, with the total dues exceeding Rs 60 lakh. The information, furnished under the Right to Information Act 2005 to RTI activist and environmentalist M. M....

Sanctions Return On Iran A Decade After Landmark Nuclear Deal
UN, Sept 29: Sweeping UN economic and military sanctions have been reimposed on Iran – 10 years after they were lifted in a landmark international deal over its nuclear programme. The new measures took effect as the three European partners to the deal – the UK, France and Germany – activated the so-called “snapback” mechanism, accusing Iran of “continued nuclear...

Sakeena Itoo reviews developmental scenario of Mendhar, Rafiabad Assembly Constituencies
“Government committed to ensure equitable development to all regions” SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 29: Minister for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today convened a comprehensive review meeting to assess developmental works, infrastructure projects and welfare initiatives in the Mendhar and Rafiabad Assembly Constituencies. Besides, Cabinet Ministers Javed Ahmed Rana and Javid Ahmed Dar, the meeting was attended...

7 tourist spots closed after Pahalgam attack reopened in Kashmir
Srinagar, Sep 29: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday threw open seven tourist spots in the valley that were closed in the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The tourist spots were opened following directions issued by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha after a meeting of the Unified Headquarters on Friday. “After a thorough security review and discussion...
Leh Apex Body withdraws from talks with Centre
Seeks unconditional release of Wangchuk, withdrawal of cases against all arrested, probe into Leh violence Leh, Sep 29 : The Leh Apex Body (LAB) on Monday announced its decision to withdraw from the talks with the central government, scheduled for October 6 in New Delhi. The decision comes in the wake of the recent violence in Leh that led to...
Union Education Secretary Visits DIET Beerwah to Review Training and Infrastructure
Tanvir Hussain Budgam, Sept 29 : Union Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar on Monday visited the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Beerwah in central Kashmir’s Budgam district, where he reviewed academic activities, teacher training programmes, and the overall infrastructural setup of the institution. Accompanied by senior officials from the Education Department, Kumar interacted with staff members, trainees, and faculty,...

Lieutenant Governor attends Swachhata Vijayotsav organised by Rural Development Department
LG Sinha Vows to Bridge the Gap Between Rural & Urban J&K Truest Evidence of Central Government’s Commitment to J&K Can be Seen in Performance Over Last 5-6 Years: LG LG highlights the significance of cleanliness drives to promote public health and well-being and fostering community participation for happier and healthier villages Initiatives under education, social welfare, rural development, urban...

Pregnant woman found “mysteriously” dead in Langate, probe launched
Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Sept 29 : The Jammu and Kashmir police have launched a probe after a six-month pregnant woman was allegedly found under “mysterious” circumstances in Wahipora locality of Langate, officials said. An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the woman was found dead under “mysterious” circumstances inside her home late last evening. The family members, who...

S C Murmu Named RBI Deputy Governor for Three-Year Term
NEW DELHI: (Sep 29) The government has appointed Shirish Chandra Murmu as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a three-year term. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his appointment, sources said on Monday. Murmu is currently Executive Director at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

Ladakh: LG to review security situation; preparations underway for cremation of 2 more slain persons
LEH: (Sep 29) Curfew remained in force for the sixth day in this violence-hit town on Monday with Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta set to chair a meeting to review the overall security situation. “The situation remained by and large peaceful in the curfew-bound areas with no untoward incident reported from anywhere. Police and paramilitary forces are deployed in strength in...

Trump Signals Positive Outcome In Middle East Negotiations
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Sunday hinted at a breakthrough in the Middle East crisis, saying “all are on board for something special,” on the eve of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House. “We have a real chance for GREATNESS IN THE MIDDLE EAST,” Trump said in a post on his Truth Social platform. “ALL ARE...

Woman, 55, dies after being hit by vehicle in Srinagar
Srinagar, Sep 29 : A 55-year-old woman died after being hit by a vehicle in the Sanat Nagar area of Srinagar on Monday morning, officials said. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the accident occurred in the morning at Sanat Nagar after a vehicle hit a woman who was riding a scooty. He said that she...

Mothers, sisters playing important role in India’s development: LG Sinha
Raja Syed Rather Katra, Sep 28 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that that mothers and sisters are playing an important role in India’s development. Addressing an event here, LG Sinha, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said, “From September 17 to October 2, Seva Parv is being celebrated with great enthusiasm, and as part of...

LG summons J&K Assembly session on Oct 23, cabinet revised date on request of Speaker
Srinagar, Sep 27: Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, has formally summoned the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly to meet in Srinagar on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. As per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the decision follows a revision by the J&K Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The Cabinet had initially recommended convening...

Lieutenant Governor Addresses Gathering of Pahari Tribal Community
Vision of a sustainable growth and inclusive prosperity will shape a brighter future of tribal community in J&K: LG Sinha Bringing Pahari tribal community to mainstream is commitment of the Centre and their empowerment will build a resilient and prosperous UT: LG LG highlights the need for continuous efforts for development of community who were provided Scheduled Tribe status by...

Unemployment a big challenge, J&K needs special package: Minister Satish Sharma
Baramulla, Sept 27 : Cabinet Minister Satish Sharma on Saturday described unemployment as one of the most pressing challenges in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive special package to tackle the problem. Speaking to reporters in Baramulla, as per news agency Kashmir Indepth News Service (KINS), Sharma said, “Unemployment is a big challenge in J&K. A big package...

Abhishek Sharma Tops Asia Cup Run Charts, Leaves Rizwan & Kohli Behind
Hyderabad: Abhishek Sharma inked multiple records during his half-century against Sri Lanka in the last Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025. The left-handed batter amassed 61 runs from 31 balls with a strike rate of 196.77 in the match played at the Dubai International Stadium. His knock included eight boundaries and two sixes. The Indian opener scored his third...

UN Security Council fails to extend Iran nuclear deal
United Nations, Sept. 27: The United Nations Security Council on Friday failed to adopt a resolution that would have extended the 2015 Iran nuclear deal for six months to allow time for diplomacy. The draft resolution, tabled by China and Russia, received four votes in favor, nine votes against and two abstentions, falling short of the nine positive votes required...