Politics
Kashmiri Pandits’ return ‘positive’ sign, says BJP’s Ashok Koul
J&K BJP leader Ashok Koul says the return of Kashmiri Pandits to the Valley is a positive step and calls for strengthening social cohesion and brotherhood.
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Sports
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.
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Education
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.
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Kashmir
Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists
Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.
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Politics
AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed
AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.
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Health
900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.
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J&K
Fake income tax notice demanding ₹6,000 flagged as fraudulent by government
A fake Income Tax Department notice seeking ₹6,000 from taxpayers is circulating online; the government has warned it is a fraudulent phishing attempt.
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Politics
BJP says Omar Abdullah unlikely to expand cabinet soon, attacks NC’s ‘inner circle’ style
BJP spokesperson Abhijeet Jasrotia alleges Omar Abdullah favours a close inner circle over cabinet expansion, comparing NC's functioning to the Samajwadi Party.
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Latest news
Severe hailstorm damages crops, orchards in parts of Kashmir
A severe hailstorm damaged crops and orchards in parts of Kashmir, with Bandipora, Kupwara and Ganderbal among the affected districts.
Seven IUST scientists feature in World’s Top 2% Scientists list 2026
Seven IUST scientists feature in the 2026 World’s Top 2% Scientists list, raising the university’s representation from six researchers in 2025.
J&K notifies City Gas Distribution Policy 2026 to expand PNG, CNG access
J&K has notified its City Gas Distribution Policy 2026 to expand PNG and CNG access across 20 districts, including industrial and transport networks.
J&K recorded 308 POCSO cases in 2024, NCRB data shows
J&K recorded 308 POCSO cases in 2024, including 228 involving penetrative or aggravated penetrative sexual assault, NCRB data shows.
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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.