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Kashmir News Service (KNS) is the first online news organization in Jammu and Kashmir. Founded in January 2002, it has emerged as one of the premier and credible bi-lingual news agency in the State.

Three militants killed in Kupwara as J-K Police, Army foil infiltration attempts

Three militants were killed in joint operations by J&K Police and Indian Army in northern Kashmir's Kupwara district on Thursday.

PC announces first list of seven candidates for J-K Assembly polls

The Peoples Conference, led by Sajjad Gani Lone, has released its first list of seven candidates for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections.

Citing health concerns, Ghulam Nabi Azad won’t campaign for party candidates in Assembly polls

Democratic Progressive Azad Party Chairman Ghulam Nabi Azad on Wednesday said that he will not be able to campaign for his candidates in Assembly elections.

HC orders IFFCO Tokio to continue health insurance in J-K amid legal dispute

The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir & Ladakh has ordered IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company to continue providing health insurance under AB-PMJAY SEHAT scheme.

Omar Abdullah to contest Assembly polls from Ganderbal after NC-Congress pact

Omar Abdullah announced an NC-Congress seat-sharing deal for the J&K Assembly election and confirmed he will contest from Ganderbal, reversing his earlier stance.

Sarjan Barkati to contest J&K Assembly polls from jail; daughter files nomination

Jailed cleric Sarjan Barkati, known as "Azadi Chacha," is contesting the J&K Assembly election from jail, with his daughter filing his nomination and leading the campaign.

NC and Congress form pre-poll alliance for J-K Assembly elections

The National Conference and Congress have formed a pre-poll alliance for the J&K Assembly elections. The two parties have decided to go for seat sharing on 90 seats.

Ex-SMC Commissioner Gazanfar Ali to contest J-K Assembly elections

Former Srinagar Municipal Corporation Commissioner Gazanfar Ali is gearing up to contest Assembly elections as an Independent candidate.

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Daily wagers may be regularised in phases, says Dy CM

Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary said J&K may regularise eligible daily wagers in phases, calling their demand genuine amid continued calls for a clear policy.

Man, woman injured in separate bear attacks in Shopian, Tral

A man and a woman were injured in separate bear attacks in Shopian and Tral on Friday. Both were shifted to local hospitals for treatment.

Omar Abdullah congratulates Sheetal Devi on World Archery Para Series gold

J&K para archer Sheetal Devi won gold and bronze medals at the 2026 Hyundai World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad, earning praise from Omar Abdullah

Ladakh groups drop statehood demand, seek elected legislature and Chief Minister

LAB and KDA have dropped Ladakh’s statehood demand and now seek an elected legislature, Chief Minister and control over police and law and order.

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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.