Joins Diwali celebrations on board INS Vikrant, says armed forces deserve special salute for their actions BrahMos and Akash have proven their capabilities, several countries now interested in purchasing these missiles Sajid Raina Panaji : Terming coordination among the armed forces during ‘Operation Sindoor’ as a main factor for Pakistan’s surrender, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said fear instilled...
October 20, 2025
Javid Dar inaugurates Autumn Flower Festival (Chrysanthemum Show) at SKUAST-K
SRINAGAR: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, today inaugurated Autumn Flower Festival (Chrysanthemum Show) at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology-Kashmir (SKUAST-K) here. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Dar congratulated the university authorities, particularly the Faculty of Floriculture, for organizing the colourful event that celebrates Kashmir’s floral diversity and artistic...
Sakeena Itoo conducts surprise inspection of PHC Sheeri, PHC Boniyar, takes stock of healthcare facilities Emphasizes on people-centric approach for improved public service delivery
BARAMULLA: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted surprise inspection of Primary Health Centre (PHC) Sheeri and PHC Boniyar in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district here to take stock of healthcare facilities and assess on-ground functioning of these public health institutions. During the visit, the Minister reviewed the availability of essential medicines, diagnostic facilities, manpower position, and overall...
J&K All-Rounder Parvez Rasool Bids Farewell To All Formats Of Cricket
SRINAGAR, Oct 20: Parvez Rasool achieved many firsts in his cricketing career. He was the first player from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India in international cricket, and was also the first cricketer from the region to feature in the Indian Premier League (IPL). But after 17 years of playing First-Class cricket—claiming 352 wickets and amassing 5,648 runs—the all-rounder has...
Our Budgam candidate expects support from Aga Ruhullah: CM Omar
Naveed Ul Haq Budgam, Oct 20 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that the party candidate for Budgam by-poll, Aga Mehmood is expecting support from Member of Parliament, Aga Ruhullah Mehdi. Speaking with reporters after Aga Mehmood filed nomination for Budgam bypoll, the Chief Minister, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that there is nothing more to...
Many surprises for Rajya Sabha polls, will win all 4 seats: NC’s Tanvir Sadiq
Srinagar, Oct 20 : National Conference (NC) Chief Spokesperson, Tanvir Sadiq Monday said that there are many surprises for October 24 Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu & Kashmir and that the party will secure all the four seats. Speaking with reporters in Srinagar, Sadiq, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that he believes if somebody votes for them he...
Javid Tenga re-elected as KCCI president at 91st AGM
Srinagar, Oct 20: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Monday held its 91st Annual General Meeting in which office bearers were elected with Javid Ahmad Tenga re-elected as president. The Executive Committe Elections, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) were held on October 6, in which 21 executive committee members were elected for a two year tenure. Of...
NC deceived J&K people, voters looking for alternatives now: LoP Sharma in Budgam
Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Oct 21: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Monday criticised the National Conference (NC), accusing the party of betraying the people of the region and promoting family politics. Speaking with reporters in Budgam, Sharma, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the NC has lost public trust and that...
CM Omar Abdullah Greets People On The Auspicious Occasion Of Diwali
SRINAGAR, Oct 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and to all those celebrating the festival of Diwali across the country and beyond. In his message, the Chief Minister said that Diwali, the festival of lights, signifies the triumph of good over evil and the victory of truth and righteousness. He...
PM Modi: Extraordinary Coordination Among 3 Services Forced Pakistan’s Surrender During Operation Sindoor
Panaji: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the extraordinary coordination among the three services together compelled Pakistan to surrender during Operation Sindoor. Modi also lauded the valour and determination of security forces and said it was due to that, the nation has achieved a significant milestone by “eliminating Maoist terrorism”. He made the remarks while addressing Navy personnel on...
NC finalises Shamim Begum for Nagrota after Congress refusal
Srinagar, Oct 20 : After Congress declined the offer to contest the Nagrota seat, the National Conference on Monday decided to field District Development Council member Shamim Begum as its candidate for the constituency. Speaking to news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), NC’s Provincial President for Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, said that the party has decided to nominate DDC member Shamim...
CM Omar Abdullah greets people on Urs of Sheikh-ul-Alam (RA)
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...
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...