Calls for timely completion of the exercise to ensure transparency and efficiency in land governance SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 08, 2025: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today reviewed the progress of the ongoing Digitization and Modernization of Land Records project in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing that although the exercise is complex and arduous, it remains vital for ensuring transparency, accurate land ownership records,...
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India’s Space Economy Projected To Touch $44 Billion By 2033: Dr Jitendra Singh
NEW DELHI, Oct 8 : India’s space economy is projected to reach about $44 billion by 2033, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh said, underlining that landmark reforms and private sector participation are powering the country’s emergence as a global space player. The summit brought together key stakeholders from government, industry, and academia to deliberate...
NC core panel to finalise candidates for bypolls: Minister Javid Dar
Srinagar, Oct 08 : Senior National Conference leader and Minister, Javid Dar on Wednesday said that the discussion with Congress is going on and the party’s core committee will finalise the candidates for the upcoming by-election. The Minister was replying to a query on finalising the andidature for the Budgam Assembly seat. Speaking with reporters, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer...
SIA searches 8 locations across Kashmir in case linked to terrorist sleeper cell module
Srinagar, Oct 08 : In continuation of its unrelenting efforts to crackdown the sleeper cell module, the State Investigation Agency carried out extensive searches at eight locations across seven districts in the Kashmir valley today. In a statement, issued to news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), a spokesperson said that the searches were conducted as part of an ongoing investigation of...
J&K Surpasses 1.05 Crore Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts Under Digital Health Mission
Srinagar, Oct 8 : Jammu and Kashmir has achieved a landmark milestone in digital healthcare by generating over 1.05 crore Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHAs) under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), officials said on Tuesday. This achievement marks a significant step in transforming healthcare delivery across the Union Territory through technology-driven, integrated services. Officials told news agency Kashmir News...
Do you want statehood to kill innocent Kashmiri civilians?” Sunil Sharma to Omar Abdullah
Accuses National Conference of introducing PSA and pellet guns; says MHA’s biggest achievement is that no local youth joined terrorism Srinagar, Oct 08 (KNO): Leader of the Opposition Sunil Sharma on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, questioning whether his demand for statehood was intended to kill innocent Kashmiri civilians. Addressing a news conference, as per...
“Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Resumes After 3-Day Halt; Jammu-Srinagar Highway Partially Reopens”
Oct 8: The pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district resumed Wednesday morning after remaining suspended for three days owing to inclement weather, officials said. The traffic on the 270-km Jammu-Srinagar national highway was also partially allowed after a day-long suspension, while all government and private schools reopened in Jammu and...
Search Operation To Track Down Terrorists Intensified In J&K’s Rajouri, Udhampur
Jammu, Oct 8: Security forces on Wednesday stepped up their search for terrorists believed to be hiding in remote forest areas in Rajouri and Udhampur districts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. While a brief encounter took place between police and some terrorists in Beeranthub area of Kandi in Rajouri on Tuesday evening, three suspected terrorists were also noticed moving...
Woman Dies, Six Others Injured As Stones Hit Vehicle During Landslide In J&K’s Doda
DODA, Oct 8: A woman was killed and six others were injured when a massive landslide triggered by falling stones struck a vehicle in the Baswal area near Bharath Bagla of Doda district on Wednesday. According to official reports from the Associated Hospital Government Medical College (AHGMC) Doda, the mishap occurred when stones rolled down from a hilltop and hit...
India Joins Russia, China And Pakistan In Opposing US Move To Regain Control Of Bagram Airbase In Afghanistan
The Indian delegation led by ambassador Vinay Kumar backed an independent, peaceful and stable Afghanistan and socioeconomic development and prosperity of Afghan people. New Delhi: India on Tuesday joined Russia, Pakistan, China and six other nations to oppose efforts to deploy foreign military infrastructure in Afghanistan, against the backdrop of US President Donald Trump’s calls to the Taliban regime to hand...
President Murmu, PM Modi Hail ‘Guardians Of The Skies’, Salute Bravery And Dedication Of Air Warriors On 93rd Indian Air Force Day
Indian Air Force Day is observed on October 8 to mark the anniversary of the institution and to commemorate the sacrifices made by air warriors. New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in greeting the Air Force personnel on the 93rd Indian Air Force Day on Wednesday. President Droupadi Murmu said the force has made...
SIA conducts raids in Kashmir valley in UAPA case; incriminating material seized
Srinagar, Oct 08 : The Jammu and Kashmir Police’s State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Wednesday carried out extensive searches at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley in connection with an ongoing investigation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), officials said. According to officials, the coordinated raids were conducted in several districts, including Anantnag, Kulgam, and Baramulla. In north Kashmir’s Baramulla...
Air Chief Praises ‘Op Sindoor’ Success, Reaffirms IAF’s Evolving Role On 93rd Air Force Day
New Delhi: On the occasion of 93rd Indian Air Force (IAF) Day celebrations on Wednesday, Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, paid tribute to generations of air warriors and their heroic contributions to the nation. Addressing the grand event at Hindon Air Base in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad, the Air Chief highlighted key moments in IAF’s history, from protecting...
President Murmu Praises Air Force’s Valor, Preparedness And Role In Safeguarding Nation
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...
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,...