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J&K Govt allows eligible employees to opt for Old Pension Scheme

J&K has allowed eligible employees recruited against pre-December 24, 2009 posts to make a one-time switch from NPS to the Old Pension Scheme.

631 non-residents bought 386 kanals in J&K since 2019, Assembly told

Assembly data shows 631 non-residents bought 386 kanals in J&K since 2019 for ₹129.97 crore, while a ₹421.75 crore Sangarmal lease has fuelled debate on outside investment.

FDA seals ‘ICY Wave’ water unit in Pulwama over invalid FSSAI license

FDA J&K has sealed a Pulwama-based water packaging unit, M/S Swat Industries, after finding it operated the "ICY Wave" brand without a valid FSSAI license.

Mostly dry weather through early October, MeT says

The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast largely dry weather in J&K through October 10, with brief rain and gusty wind spells, and advised timely crop harvesting.

JKPSC, JKSSB collected over ₹82 crore in exam fees from aspirants in two years

JKPSC and JKSSB collected ₹82.45 crore in examination and application fees over two years, with the government saying fees partly cover recruitment costs.

PHE owes ₹1,476 crore in power dues, tops J&K defaulters

Government data shows PHE owes ₹1,476.11 crore in unpaid power bills, the highest among J&K departments, with total dues at ₹4,385.30 crore.

J&K daily-wagers forum announces Assembly gherao over regularisation

JKCDF announces a J&K Assembly gherao on Monday, with president Sajad Parray demanding regularisation of over 60,000 casual and daily-rated workers.

Man dies after electric shock at home in Keegam

A 40-year-old man died after suffering an electric shock at his home in Keegam, Pulwama, and was declared dead on arrival at DH Pulwama.

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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.

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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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Kashmir’s high-density apple orchards deliver higher returns as prices hit ₹200/kg

Growers from Pulwama and Shopian said modern plantations have enabled them to make better use of limited land while reducing the waiting period for substantial returns.

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.