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...
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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....
Mirwaiz Pays Glowing Tributes to Sheikh-ul-Alam (RA) on Urs; Announces Sermon at Charar-e-Sharief Next Friday
Srinagar, October 17 : Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Dr. Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq, paid glowing tributes to Sheikh-ul-Alam Hazrat Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani (RA) on the occasion of his Urs, recalling his timeless message of Tawheed (oneness of Allah), compassion, simplicity, and service to humanity. In a statement issued to KNS, Mirwaiz said that the revered saint, through his deep spiritual insight and poetic...
Budgam by-polls: JDF walks out of PAC
Srinagar, Oct 17 : The Justice and Development Front (JDF) has announced its decision to exit the People’s Alliance for Change (PAC). In an official statement, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) JDF General Secretary Sayar Ahmad Reshi cited differences in the modus operandi of the PAC as the reason for the split. “Within the alliance framework, JDF has...
Expecting more powers, putting efforts for statehood: CM Omar Abdullah
‘Darbar Move revival was a promise to people, will do whatever is possible for us in UT’ Umaisar Gull Ganie Kulgam, Oct 17 : Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah Friday said that his government is making continuous efforts for the restoration of statehood, hoping that more powers (statehood) will be granted soon, which is being delayed for...
Except light snow over higher reaches of North Kashmir, dry weather across J&K till Oct 26: MeT
Srinagar, Oct 17 : The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has predicted mainly dry weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir over the next several days, with only a slight chance of light snowfall over isolated higher reaches of North Kashmir around October 21 and 24. According to the latest forecast update issued by the MeT Centre Srinagar and quoted by the news agency...
‘Will Go In And Kill Them’: Trump Warns Hamas ‘If Bloodshed Persists In Gaza’
Washington: President Donald Trump on Thursday warned Hamas “we will have no choice but to go in and kill them” if internal bloodshed persists in Gaza. The grim warning from Trump came after he previously downplayed the internal violence in the territory since a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas went into effect last week in the two-year war....
LG Manoj Sinha Leaves for Russia to Bring Back Holy Relics of Lord Buddha
Srinagar, Oct 17 : Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, on Wednesday announced his departure for Kalmykia, Russia, to lead a delegation entrusted with bringing back the holy relics of Lord Buddha after a week-long exposition. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Office of the J&K Lieutenant Governor wrote, “Leaving for Kalmykia, Russia, where I will...
Waheed Para Slams J&K Govt Decision to Slash RBA Quota, Calls Move a Calculated Attempt to Disempower Kashmiris
Srinagar, Oct 17 : People’s Democratic Party (PDP) youth leader Waheed Para has strongly criticized the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s decision to reduce the people of Backward Area (RBA) quota, terming it a deliberate attempt to undermine Kashmiri representation and empowerment. In a post shared on social media platform X, Para described the cabinet sub-committee’s decision to slash the RBA...