Kashmir
Kashmir’s chief cleric condemns threats against Kashmiri Pandits
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has called Kashmiri Pandits "our own people" and an integral part of Kashmir's culture and history, condemning threats against the community.
Kashmir
Kashmiri Pandit activist says comedy roast ‘cannot erase history’ after Samay Raina controversy
Kashmiri Pandit activist Satish Mahaldar responds to a viral Samay Raina roast, saying jokes about displacement "cannot erase our history."
Kashmir
Two held as Pulwama Police, Army recover pistol, grenade
Pulwama Police, Army and CRPF apprehended two men and recovered a pistol, ammunition and a grenade during a joint operation in the Yarwan forest area of Rajpora.
Education
JKBOPEE opens final mop-up counselling round for Nursing, Paramedical, Technology courses
JKBOPEE has opened the 3rd and final mop-up counselling round for B.Sc. Nursing, Paramedical and Technology courses; the window closes at midnight on August 25, 2026.
Sports
J&K fencers Shreya, Vishal make history with Asian Games 2026 selection
Fencers Vishal Thappar and Shreya Gupta from Jammu and Kashmir have been selected to represent India in the Sabre event at the Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya, Japan.
J&K
J&K power tariff hiked 6.83%, opposition slams broken free-electricity promise
JERC has approved a 6.83% power tariff hike for J&K effective September 1 and introduced Time-of-Day billing; opposition leaders and traders have criticized the move
Sports
Royal Premier League kicks off in Pulwama amid massive turnout
The second edition of the Royal Premier League (RPL) cricket tournament kicked off under floodlights in Pulwama on August 19 at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.
Education
IUST, SKIMS hold joint awareness programme on PCOS/PMOS
IUST partnered with SKIMS Soura and SKIMS MCH Bemina for an awareness and screening programme on PCOS/PMOS, featuring expert talks and a student screening session.
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Why Mental Health Apps Encourage Those Who Feel ‘I Have No One to Talk To’ to Reach Out
In a world where many feel isolated, mental health apps are emerging as a beacon of hope for those who think "I Have No One To Talk To."
480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo told the Assembly that 480 Medical Officer posts were referred to JKPSC, with 416 recommendations and 335 appointments.
J&K govt cites 53,972 vacancies, reviews regularisation of temporary workers
J&K government told the Assembly that 53,972 posts are vacant while a high-level panel examines regularisation of casual, seasonal and temporary workers.
J&K Assembly session begins amid BJP protests over power, daily-wagers
J&K Assembly’s autumn session began amid BJP protests over power tariffs, daily-wagers and NHM employees, while NC MLAs sought statehood restoration.
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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.