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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.

11-year-old boy killed over water dispute in Kupwara

KUPWARA — An 11-year-old boy was killed over a water dispute in Manznad Kachhama area of Kralpora in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir...

Sajjad Lone released from house detention

SRINAGAR — Authorities on Friday released People's Conference chairman Sajjad Gani Lone, who was under "preventive detention" since August 05, 2019.PC in a tweet...

Administration won’t allow congregational prayers on Eid

SRINAGAR — The Divisional administration in Kashmir won't allow Eid-ul-Adha congregational prayers in view of COVID-19.The decision was taken at a meeting chaired by...

Police ends scuffle over water scarcity with teargas shells in Shopian

A massive teargas shelling was reported from Pinjura area of south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Thursday after a scuffle occurred between two villages over water scarcity.

Political prisoners to be released ahead of Eid

Government has decided to release all political prisoners and lift curbs on the movement of political leaders ahead of Eid as a major confidence building measure after abrogation of Article 370.

Pulwama reports 30-35 coronavirus cases daily

Additional Deputy Commissioner Awantipora has appealed people to follow COVID-19 guidelines for containing spread of the deadly virus.

Govt responsible if anything happens to my father: TeH Chairman’s son

The son of TeH Chairman, Ashraf Sehrai said the Government will be responsible if anything happens to his ailing father.

APHC pays tribute to 1931 Martyrs

All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) said that 13 July, 1931 is a key milestone in the history of J&K as a day when Kashmiris, for the first time, collectively stood up to resist oppressive autocratic rule and gave expression to their aspirations.

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Credit Card Bill Payment — Complete Guide to Methods, Due Dates and AutoPay

This guide covers every method available for an online credit card bill payment, how to set up AutoPay correctly, how to read your credit card statement.

ACB probes J&K Sports Council over sports quota merit list allegations

J&K's Anti-Corruption Bureau has sought a factual report from the Sports Council over allegations involving sports quota merit lists, certificates and Dragon Boat classification.

J&K’s Higher Secondary enrollment ratio falls to 44.8%, NITI Aayog data shows

NITI Aayog data shows J&K's Gross Enrolment Ratio falls from 113.7% at primary level to 44.8% at higher-secondary level, with a dropout rate above the national average.

J&K celebrates 80th Independence Day, LG and CM extend greetings

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.

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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death

Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.

India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash

India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.