Says teachings of Sheikh Nooruddin Noorani (RA) a beacon of harmony and piety SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today extended his warm greetings to the people on the annual Urs of Sheikh-ul-Alam (RA), also known as Sheikh Nooruddin Noorani (RA). In his felicitation message, the Chief Minister said that the message of Alamdar-e-Kashmir remains deeply relevant in contemporary times as...
October 19, 2025
Javid Dar presides valedictory session of Pashudhan Mela at SKUAST-K Shuhama
Advocates for integrated farming for enhanced productivity, sustainability GANDERBAL: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar today presided over the valedictory session of Livestock Show–2025 (Pashudhan Mela) at SKUAST-K, Shuhama here. The event was jointly organized by SKUAST-Kashmir and J&K Dairy Farmers Association. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Javid Dar highlighted the...
Sakeena Itoo holds mega Public Darbar at Sanyadi DK Marg Kulgam, reaffirms Omar Abdullah led Government’s commitment to people-centric governance, grassroots empowerment
Also lays foundation stones for key road, sports infrastructure projects worth Rs. 1184.50 lakhs KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today held a mega Public Darbar at Sanyadi DK Marg here, reaffirming the Omar Abdullah led Government’s commitment to equitable growth and people-centric governance. Addressing the gathering, Sakeena Itoo emphasized that the Government...
Javid Dar presides valedictory session of Pashudhan Mela at SKUAST-K Shuhama
Advocates for integrated farming for enhanced productivity, sustainability GANDERBA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar today presided over the valedictory session of Livestock Show–2025 (Pashudhan Mela) at SKUAST-K, Shuhama here. The event was jointly organized by SKUAST-Kashmir and J&K Dairy Farmers Association. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Javid Dar highlighted the...
China Accuses US Of Cyberattack On National Time Center
Beijing: China on Sunday accused the U.S. National Security Agency of carrying out cyberattacks on its national time center following an investigation, saying any damage to related facilities could have disrupted network communications, financial systems and power supply. The Ministry of State Security alleged in a WeChat post that the U.S. agency had exploited vulnerabilities in the messaging services of a...
Truck crushes traffic policeman to death in Samba
Srinagar, Oct 19 : A Special Police Officer (SPO) was killed after being hit by a speeding truck while on duty at Raya Morh in Samba district on Sunday, officials said. Officials told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), that the incident occurred when the SPO was regulating traffic on the highway and was hit by a truck, resulting in...
17-yr-old boy from Pattan dies of electric shock
Baramulla, Oct 19 : A 17-year-old boy from Sheerpora area of Pattan in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district died after receiving an electric shock on Sunday, officials said. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a student of Class 11, sustained a severe electric shock at his residence. He was immediately rushed to the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Pattan,...
DC, SSP Srinagar chair District NCORD meeting, Reviews Anti-Drug Measures
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...
Ahead of J&K Assembly Session, Speaker forms Business Advisory Panel
Srinagar, Oct 18 : Ahead of the Assembly Season,Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has formed a Business Advisory Committee. According to a communique, a copy of which lies with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the panel has been former by the speaker under Rule 317 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Jammu and Kashmir legislative Assembly....
Kissan Mela a unique platform for empowering farming community: Javid Dar
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...
State Taxes Department supports Rural Women Entrepreneurs on Diwali
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,...
Ghanta Ghar to tick craft bells on Oct 25 in 2nd edition of ‘Know Your Artisan’ series
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...
Div Com inaugurates 3rd Chrysanthemum Show at Lal Chowk Srinagar
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...
Dentists not merely tooth doctors; they are integral to preventive, systemic healthcare: Sakeena Itoo
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...
CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates National Conference on Patient Safety at SKICC
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...
Lieutenant Governor pays obeisance to sacred relics of Lord Buddha at Geden Sheddup Choikorling Monastery at Elista, Kalmykia, Russia
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...
Div Com Kashmir invites tourists to Valley, says admin fully prepared for winter
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...
RS polls: Independent MLAs to deliberate on collective strategy
Srinagar, Oct 18 : In a significant political development, independent Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) are planning to convene a joint meeting in Srinagar to deliberate on their collective strategy for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls. Speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), MLA from Rajouri Muzaffar Iqbal Khan said that they are meeting soon to discuss their...
PM Modi led Govt’s tough stand on terror in J&K unmatched: Amit Shah
‘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...
Speaker engages with Media persons in Pre-Assembly session talks
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...
MHA orders judicial inquiry into Leh Police action
Sajid Raina New Delhi, Oct 17 : The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ordered a judicial inquiry into the police action in Leh town on September 24, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals. As per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the Ministry of Home Affairs issued the notification on Friday, which reads that an FIR (No....