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Forest Department stops construction at Mamal in Pahalgam

The Forest Department has halted construction at Mamal in Pahalgam and sought a report on how work began in the environmentally fragile area.

Army says armed militant killed in Budgam exchange of fire

The Army said an armed individual was killed in an exchange of fire during a joint search operation in Ashdar Gali, Budgam. An AK rifle was recovered.

Pulwama residents seek action over loudspeaker use by mobile vendors

Pulwama residents have urged authorities to regulate loudspeaker use by mobile vegetable and fruit vendors during early morning hours in residential areas.

Five Kashmir glacial lakes show very high GLOF susceptibility, study finds

A Journal of Glaciology study identifies five Kashmir glacial lakes with very high GLOF susceptibility, potentially exposing 2,704 buildings and 15 bridges.

Malangpora residents raise concerns over drinking water quality after cable work

Malangpora villagers in Pulwama allege unfilled cable-work pits are affecting borewell water quality and urge authorities to restore the dug-up road stretches.

J&K Police attach JeI-linked properties in Sopore under UAPA

J&K Police attached two buildings, six shops and two kanals of land linked to proscribed Jamaat-e-Islami in Sopore under the UA(P) Act.

Yasin Malik won’t contest Sarla Bhat case, asks for death penalty if guilty

Jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik has told a Srinagar court he won't contest the 1990 Sarla Bhat murder case and seeks capital punishment if convicted, while denying guilt.

Human activity drives pollution concerns in Dal, Nigeen lakes, study finds

A study found elevated phosphate levels in Dal and Nigeen lakes, linking pollution to sewage, detergents, fertilizers and pesticide residues.

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Corporate records show continued Russian expansion by business linked to FIDE candidate Rosenstein

Rosenstein is currently competing for the presidency of FIDE. His Russian company, VR Rus LLC, is controlled through Germany-based WR Group Holding GmbH.

Dal Lake records just eight fish species in six-month survey, study flags decline

A 2026 study found only eight fish species in Dal Lake, down from more than 14 reported earlier, and called for urgent conservation measures.

AIMSA flags disparity in postgraduate stipends across J&K medical institutions

AIMSA has urged J&K to review disparities in postgraduate stipends between SKIMS and government medical colleges and ensure equitable compensation.

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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.

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Grand Mufti calls for micro-loans, collective action on social concerns

Grand Mufti Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam urged collective action on drug abuse and social concerns in Kashmir and suggested micro-loans for needy families.

J&K households face continued price pressure as essential commodity costs remain elevated

J&K households face continued price pressure as essential commodity costs remain elevated despite price monitoring, inspections and consumer-protection measures.

Khyber Downtown Champions League: Parvez Rasool in action

J&K premier cricketer Parvez Rasool in action leading his side Elegant Strikers Rajouri Kadal, but it wasn’t him or his side that ended with victory.