Bilal Habib PAMPORE, September 23:Police Station Pampore organised a special programme with the students of Government Boys Higher Secondary School Pampore. As part of the initiative, the students actively participated in traffic management at Tanchbagh and Khrew Adda during peak traffic hours. The drive was led by SDPO Pampore R.P Singh along with SHO Pampore Khalid Fayaz. The programme aimed...
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CM Omar Abdullah sanctions ₹377.10 Lakh for development works in Ganderbal Constituency
Srinagar, 23 Sept: Hon’ble Chief Minister and MLA Ganderbal, Omar Abdullah, has approved a total of ₹377.10 lakh under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to support various development initiatives across the Ganderbal constituency. The sanctioned funds aim to strengthen civic infrastructure, healthcare, education, and community services, reflecting the government’s commitment to holistic development in the region. A major portion...
Strategic Hanle-Chumar Road In Ladakh Thrown Open To Public: Army
Leh, Sept 22: The 91-kilometre strategic road connecting Hanle to the border village of Chumar in Ladakh has been thrown open to public, Army said on Tuesday. The route traverses extreme high altitudes ranging from 14,500 feet to 17,200 feet, including the high Salsa La Pass. “A 91 km road connecting Hanle to the border village of Chumar constructed by...
Union Bank of India donates ₹1 crore towards flood relief, presents cheque to CM
Several MLAs call on CM to discuss developmental issues of their constituencies Srinagar, September 23: Union Bank of India today extended support to the ongoing flood relief efforts in Jammu and Kashmir by contributing ₹1 crore. A cheque was formally handed over to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at Civil Secretariat here. Expressing gratitude, the Chief Minister appreciated the gesture of...
CM Omar Abdullah chairs Cabinet Meeting, key governance and developmental decisions taken
Srinagar, September 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a Cabinet Meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Srinagar, where several important decisions pertaining to governance and development were taken. The meeting was attended by the Council of Ministers, including Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javed Ahmed Rana, Javid Ahmed Dar, and Satish Sharma. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo...
Ayushman Bharat Effected Revolution In Public Healthcare: PM Modi
New Delhi, Sep 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Tuesday that Ayushman Bharat, which was launched on this day in 2018, has effected a revolution in public healthcare, ensuring financial protection and dignity for its beneficiaries. The medical insurance scheme provides annual health cover of Rs 5 lakh and covers the poor and all senior citizens above the age...
CRPF stands with people of Kashmir in every situation: DG GP Singh
Flags Off 3rd edition of high-altitude women’s bike expedition from Lal Chowk Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 23 : Director General (DG) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), GP Singh Tuesday said that the CRPF stands with the people of Kashmir in every situation. The DG flagged off the third edition of the Yashasvini High-Altitude CRPF Bike Expedition 2025 from the...
Cabinet recommends convening autumn session of Assembly from October 13
Srinagar, Sep 23 : The cabinet on Wednesday recommended to the Lieutenant Governor that the Assembly be summoned on October 13. Sources told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the cabinet meeting, which began this morning, was chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and attended by all ministers. During the meeting, the cabinet decided to recommend to the LG...
LG Manoj Sinha Remembers Maharaja Hari Singh On His 130th Birth Anniversary
JAMMU, Sep 23: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday paid tribute to erstwhile Dogra Maharaja Hari Singh on his 130th birth anniversary. The L-G said on his X, “Tributes to Maharaja Hari Singh Ji on his Janm-Jayanti. A statesman of excellence & harbinger of change, he introduced landmark reforms to ensure welfare of common man. His legacy...
15 day campaign for prevention of water borne diseases in flood affected areas of J&K concludes
20,493 water quality tests across 2,645 villages conducted during the campaign SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 22: A comprehensive 15 days campaign for Prevention of Water-borne diseases and intensification of Water quality testing in flood/landslide affected areas of J&K concluded today. The campaign was launched on 4th September 2025 to prevent the outbreak of water borne diseases after devastating floods in many districts...
CM Omar Abdullah chairs high-level meeting to review post-flood relief & restoration measures across J&K
Cm Government to seek relief package from Centre for swift restoration: CM SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to take a comprehensive review of flood relief and restoration measures across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javed Ahmed Rana, Javid Ahmed Dar & Satish Sharma and Advisor to the...
The Great Nigeen Swim Concludes with Splendid Success at Nigeen Lake
Srinagar Sep 22: The Swim N Survive Society – Kashmir, in collaboration with the Underwater Sports Association of J&K, successfully hosted the Great Nigeen Swim, marking yet another milestone in promoting endurance sports in the Valley. The event brought together 45 seasoned long-distance swimmers, including five women participants, who braved the waters of Nigeen Lake with remarkable grit and determination....
1.37 Lakh MT fresh fruits dispatched from Kashmir in 10 Days: Div Com
Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sept 22 : Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Monday said that 1.37 lakh metric tons of fresh fruits have been dispatched from the Valley in the last ten days through National Highway, Mughal Road and parcel train service. Speaking to a selected group of media persons at his office, Anshul Garg, per news agency—Kashmir News...
DIPR making efforts to create awareness on Nasha Mukht Bharat: JD Information
Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 22 : Joint Director Information, Dr Ahsan Ul Haq Chisti Monday said that the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Jammu and Kashmir has been making efforts to create awareness on Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan across the districts. Speaking with reporters, the joint director, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said art has...
Jaishankar To Meet US Secy Of State Rubio In New York Today Amid H-1B Visa Fee Hike Concerns
New York: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio here on Monday for bilateral discussions, as the high-level 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) kicks in. This will be the first face-to-face meeting between Rubio and Jaishankar following President Donald Trump’s imposition of an additional 25 per cent tariff on India for Delhi’s...
Surya steers talk away from India-Pak rivalry
Dubai, Sept 22: India captain Suryakumar Yadav, while speaking after India’s emphatic Asia Cup Super Fours win over Pakistan, gently sought to steer the conversation away from the well-worn theme of an India–Pakistan “rivalry”. Responding to a question on whether Pakistan had raised their standards compared to last week’s heavy defeat, Suryakumar said, “I would like to say one thing...
J&K flood victims to get comprehensive package: LoP Sunil Sharma
Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 22 : Leader of Opposition in Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma on Monday said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stands with the flood-hit people and those affected will get a comprehensive package. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Sunil Sharma, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the government led by Chief Minister...
I responded to Pak provocation: Abhishek Sharma
Dubai, Sept 22 : India opener Abhishek Sharma, adjudged Player of the Match, said his knock was driven by determination to stand up for his side after sensing provocation from the opposition. “Today was pretty simple — the way they were coming out to us without any reason, I did not like it at all. That’s why I went after them....
Cabinet likely to meet on Tuesday
To recommend convening of Assembly Srinagar, Sep 22 : The cabinet is likely to meet on Tuesday to take a final decision on several proposals, including a recommendation to the Lieutenant Governor for convening the autumn session of the Assembly. Sources told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is expected to...
5 injured after 2 vehicles collide near Zojila Pass
Ganderbal, Sep 22 : At least five persons were injured after a vehicle they were travelling in collided with another one near the Zojila Pass area on Monday, officials said. An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that soon after the incident, the injured were shifted to PHC Sonamarg, where from they were referred to SKIMS Soura for specialised...
On Navaratri, PM Modi Urges Nation To Work Towards Viksit, Self-Reliant India
NEW DELHI, Sep 22: Greeting people on the first day of Navaratri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the auspicious period is special this time as it will render the mantra of ‘swadeshi’ a new energy along with the “GST-saving festival”. He called upon people to be part of a collective effort to realise the resolve of developed and...