New Delhi, Oct 8: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday greeted all air warriors, veterans and their families on Air Force Day, and said the force has made the nation proud with its strength and readiness to face every challenge. In a post on X, she also said that the country’s air warriors “protect our skies and serve the nation with...
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Haj Committee Of India Invites Online Applications For Selection Of Haj Trainers-2026
SRINAGAR, Oct 7: Haj Committee of India, Mumbai vide its Circular No.12 dated 06-10-2025 has invited online applications from desirous eligible candidates for selection as Trainer for imparting Orientation / Training to the selected pilgrims of Haj-2026 (Hijri-1447). Accordingly, all eligible interested persons are advised to go through the details of the said Circular and follow the instructions for submitting...
President Lauds Armed Forces’ Joint Strength, Strategic Foresight Displayed In Operation Sindoor
New Delhi, Oct 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said that the country’s armed forces demonstrated the strength of jointness and strategic foresight during Operation Sindoor, which also resulted in dismantling of terror infrastructure across the Line of Control (LoC). In response to the Pahalgam terror attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure in territories controlled...
Rajnath Singh: India Indigenously Procured Military Equipment Worth ₹1.20 Lakh Crore In FY 2024-25
New Delhi, Oct 7: India procured military hardware and weapons worth Rs 1,20,000 crore from domestic sources by end of 2024-25 as it is increasingly focusing on boosting self-reliance to confront national security challenges, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday. In an address at an event, Singh said the government is fully aware of the changing dynamics of battle...
CM Omar reviews CAPEX, CDF expenditure for 2025-26
Srinagar, Oct 07 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired today a comprehensive review of CAPEX and CDF expenditure for 2025-26. In a post on X, Office of the Chief Minister, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), stated that the meeting assessed department- and district-wise progress under CAPEX and CDF. The Chief Minister stressed the need for accelerated work execution and...
Rajya Sabha polls:Congress high command to discuss matter with Rahul, J&K BJP leadership to meet Nadda and Santosh
Srinagar, Oct 07 : The Congress high command is expected to discuss its preliminary negotiations with alliance partner, the National Conference, regarding the Rajya Sabha elections and the party’s strategy for the polls with senior leader Rahul Gandhi. Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders are expected to meet national president J.P. Nadda and national general secretary (Organisation) B.L. Santosh today to...
India Hits Out At Pakistan At UNSC, Says It ‘Bombs Own People And Shields Genocidal Crimes’
India’s strong response in the council came after Pakistan, in its statement, raised the issue of Jammu and Kashmir. United Nations: In a strong retort against Pakistan in the UN Security Council, India on Monday said its neighbour as a country that “bombs its own people” and conducts “systematic genocide”. During his remarks to the UNSC open debate on “Women, Peace...
21st Installment of PM-KISAN release: LG Sinha thanks PM Modi, Union Minister Chouhan
‘Rs 171 Cr to be transferred directly to bank accounts of farmers today’ Srinagar, Oct 07 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Chouhan for releasing the 21st installment of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme for farmers. In a post on X,...
Fresh snowfall shuts Bandipora-Gurez road
Bandipora, Oct 07 : Gurez Valley in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district was cut off from the rest of the Valley on Tuesday following fresh snowfall, officials said. An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that Razdan Top, along the Bandipora-Gurez road, received around 4 to 5 inches of fresh snow, leading to the closure of the vital road link....
Crime Branch Kashmir books man for forged identity, fake documents
Srinagar, Oct 07 : The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has registered a formal case against an individual for allegedly forging documents and falsely assuming the identity of another person’s brother. In a statement, issued to news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), a spokesperson said the case was initiated following a written complaint received by the EOW, alleging that...
Satish Sharma visits Kulgam, chairs district review meeting
Also takes stock of availability of essential supplies Says Government’s focus is on promoting green energy, sustainability KULGAM, OCTOBER 06: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, who is also the Minister in-charge for Kulgam district, today visited the district and chaired a comprehensive district review meeting at Mini Secretariat here. The meeting was attended by Minister for...
No talks held with NC over Budgam and Nagrota seats, says Karra
Describes news report as mischievous and ridiculous Srinagar, Oct 06 : Congress President Tariq Hamid Karra on Monday said the party has not held any discussion related to Budgam and Nagrota by-elections with the National Conference. Speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Karra described the reports quoting him as saying that Congress has decided to skip Budgam and...
Key election to Budgam, Nagrota to be held on Nov 11, counting on Nov 14
Srinagar, Oct 06 : The Election Commission of India on Monday announced the schedule for by-election to Budgam and Nagrota assembly seats in Jammu and Kashmir along with Bihar Assembly election 2025. Addressing a press conference, Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), announced that the by-election to two seats in J&K will be held on...
Fresh Snowfall In Higher Reaches, Rainfall In Plains Bring Sharp Dip In Kashmir Temperature
Srinagar, Oct 6: Fresh snowfall in the higher reaches and showers in the plains of Kashmir on Monday led to a sharp drop in day temperatures in the valley, officials said. Snowfall was reported from Sinthan Top in Anantnag district, Affarwat in Gulmarg, Zojila Pass, Bangus in Kupwara, Razdan Pass in Gurez valley and other higher-altitude areas, they said. Light...
Congress approached NC over seat-sharing, high command to take call soon: Tanvir Sadiq on RS Polls
Srinagar, Oct 06 : National Conference on Monday said that Congress has approached the party over the seat-sharing for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections and that the high command will soon take a call. Speaking with reporters, party spokesperson, Tanvir Sadiq, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the candidates for the Rajya Sabha would be decided by the...
PDP announces constituency in-charges for South Kashmir
Iltija Mufti retains Bijbehara seat; Naeem Akther back in active politics Srinagar, Oct 06 : The Peoples Democratic Party on Monday nominated constituency in-charges for South Kashmir, Ganderbal, and Bandipora districts. As per an official handout, a copy of which is in possession of news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), PDP president Mehbooba Mufti has nominated senior leaders as constituency in-charges...
National Conference On Defence Manufacturing Opportunities To Be Opened By Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, Oct 6: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate a national-level conference on ‘Opportunities in Defence Manufacturing in the Country’ at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on October 7, 2025, an official press release said. The conference, organised under the aegis of the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence (MoD), will provide a focused platform to strengthen coordination between...
Amid snow, rain, weather office issues orange alert in J&K
Owais Gul Srinagar, Oct 06 : Amid season’s first snowfall in the higher reaches and rain in plains, the weatherman on Monday issued an orange alert for Jammu and Kashmir, predicting intermittent spells of light to moderate rain and snow across the region. According to details available with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the Meteorological Department said that generally cloudy...
Gulmarg’s Kangamdor Welcomes Season’s First Snowfall, Heralds Arrival of Winter
Gulmarg, Oct 6: The popular hill station of Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district received its first snowfall of the season on Monday, marking the beginning of winter in the higher reaches of the Valley. Light to moderate snowfall was reported at Kangamdor and adjoining areas early in the morning. The fresh spell covered meadows, pine forests, rooftops, and slopes...
Govt. Attaches I/c CEO Baramulla
SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 06: The Government today attached in-charge Chief Education Officer, Baramulla, Bashir Ahmad Shah to the office of Directorate of School Education Kashmir. An order issued by School Education department in this regard reads, “Pending inquiry, Mr. Bashir Ahmad Shah, In-charge Chief Education officer, Baramulla is hereby attached in the Directorate of School Education Kashmir with immediate effect. Further,...
Weather Not In Our Hands, But Your Comfort Our Responsibility: Omar Welcomes Players To National School Games
Srinagar, Oct 6: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday welcomed young football players from across India as they arrived in the Valley to participate in the National School Games (U-19 Football Tournament), assuring them full support despite harsh weather conditions. “The weather does not allow me to give a long speech and keep you standing in the...