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New police chiefs assume charge in Kashmir districts

A day after the approval from the ECI for the posting of four police officers as district police chiefs, the officers assumed the charges.

Former KCC&I President Sheikh Ashiq joins Er Rashid’s AIP

Trade leader and former president of the KCC&I, Sheikh Ashiq formally joined Engineer Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) on Saturday.

Jailed Sarjan Barkati’s family, relatives protest against rejection of nomination papers

The family members and relatives of Sarjan Ahmad Wagay alias Barkati on Friday staged a protest against the rejection of his nomination papers.

Three former CMs opt out of J-K Assembly elections

For the first time in the electoral history, three prominent former Chief Ministers of Jammu and Kashmir have decided not to contest the upcoming Assembly elections.

Over 15 crorepati candidates in J-K Assembly elections

Disclosures reveal that more than 15 candidates for J-K Assembly polls from major political parties are crorepatis, and their spouses also possess significant wealth.

J&K Apni Party announces 24 candidates for Assembly elections

Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party on Thursday announced a list of 24 candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections.

ECI issues notification for second phase of J-K Assembly polls

The Election Commission of India issued an election notification for the second phase of the General Elections to the Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir.

Enforcement agencies seize Rs 5.71 crore in cash, drugs, liquor ahead of J-K Assembly polls

The enforcement agencies across the J&K Union Territory seized Rs 5.71 crore worth of cash and other material in first 12 days of enforcement of Model Code of Conduct.

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Corporate records show continued Russian expansion by business linked to FIDE candidate Rosenstein

Rosenstein is currently competing for the presidency of FIDE. His Russian company, VR Rus LLC, is controlled through Germany-based WR Group Holding GmbH.

Dal Lake records just eight fish species in six-month survey, study flags decline

A 2026 study found only eight fish species in Dal Lake, down from more than 14 reported earlier, and called for urgent conservation measures.

AIMSA flags disparity in postgraduate stipends across J&K medical institutions

AIMSA has urged J&K to review disparities in postgraduate stipends between SKIMS and government medical colleges and ensure equitable compensation.

17-year-old case ends with acquittal of four in alleged LeT funding case

A Srinagar Special Court acquitted four accused in a 2009 case linked to alleged Cross-LoC trade and LeT funding, citing major evidentiary gaps.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.