Kashmir
Man killed, another injured by LT line shock in Budgam
One person died and another sustained injuries after an electric shock incident involving a Low Tension (LT) line was reported from the Wager area of Khansahib in Budgam.
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Jammu
Security forces recover Chinese pistol, suspected narcotics near LoC in Poonch
Security forces recovered a concealed cache containing a Chinese-origin pistol and suspected narcotic substances from a forward area close to the LoC in Poonch.
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Kashmir
Man held with grenades in Kulgam, booked under UAPA
Police in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Thursday said they apprehended a suspected militant associate near his native village and recovered two hand grenades.
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Jammu
One dead, another injured in Banihal road mishap
One person died and another sustained injuries after a Tata Mobile collided with a stationary truck at Kharpora Chowk in Banihal area of Ramban district.
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Politics
Sakina Itoo criticises anti-drug demolition drives, calls for focus on rehabilitation
Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakina Itoo on Friday criticised the demolition of houses allegedly linked to drug peddlers, saying such actions were “wrong”.
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J&K
Centre authorizes J&K LG to exercise key telecommunication powers
The Central Government has authorized Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to exercise key powers related to telecommunications services.
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Politics
BJP deliberately delaying statehood: CM Omar Abdullah
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the BJP of trying to weaken the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir through delay in restoration of statehood.
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Education
BGSBU grapples with academic slump, unpaid salaries and stalled promotions
Growing concern is emerging at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) as academic community allege varsity is experiencing administrative and academic decline.
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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.