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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.
J&K agriculture graduates continue protest over recruitment policies
Agriculture graduates in J&K continued their 17-day protest, seeking repeal of SRO-433 and SRO-442 and regular recruitment to technical posts.
Politics
Omar Abdullah says SIR could interfere with J&K polls, rules out UCC
Omar Abdullah said SIR could affect J&K polls, ruled out UCC, backed INDIA bloc protests and said a cabinet decision would follow Delhi consultations.
J&K cabinet expansion back in focus as Omar plans consultations with Farooq Abdullah
Omar Abdullah says J&K cabinet expansion will follow the GST Council meeting and talks with Farooq Abdullah, with three ministerial berths vacant.
Omar Abdullah rules out UCC in J&K, backs INDIA bloc’s EC march
Omar Abdullah ruled out implementing UCC in J&K, backed the INDIA bloc’s EC march and welcomed Supreme Court scrutiny of voter deletions.
Business
How to Choose the Right Medical Sum Insured Based on Your Destination Country
Planning a trip abroad? Learn how to choose the right medical sum insured for your travel insurance based on destination healthcare costs, age, and trip length.
Deposit Interest or Insurance Proceeds: Which Is Taxed More?
Understand why fixed deposit interest is fully taxed as income while most insurance payouts remain tax-free. Learn the difference between gains and compensation.
Why Do Home Loan Rates Change but Your FD Rate Does Not?
Understand why your fixed deposit rate stays locked while your home loan rate floats. This guide breaks down interest-rate risk, contract structures and how banks manage margins.
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.
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Mirwaiz calls for end to Iran conflict, says lasting peace needs justice
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has called for an end to the Iran conflict, urging justice, dialogue and diplomacy and peace in Palestine and Lebanon.
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Satish Mahaldar asks Farooq Abdullah to explain delay in Kashmiri Pandit rehabilitation
JK Peace Forum chairman Satish Mahaldar questioned Farooq Abdullah over Kashmiri Pandit rehabilitation, return and alleged threats against the community.
Altaf Bukhari questions J&K Bank lending pattern, recruitment policy and headquarters proposal
Altaf Bukhari has questioned J&K Bank’s lending pattern, recruitment policy, Board representation and reports of shifting its headquarters from Srinagar.
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Mirwaiz warns J&K faces Nepal-like flood risk, urges ecology protection
Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir has cited the Nepal floods as a warning for Jammu and Kashmir, criticizing unchecked development and citing Dal Lake's decline as an example.
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Ex-NC leader Kabuli alleges 1987 Kashmir poll rigging, targets Farooq Abdullah
Former NC parliamentarian Abdul Rashid Kabuli alleges he witnessed rigging of the 1987 J&K elections and makes claims against Farooq Abdullah's role in the Maqbool Bhat case.
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From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, one man walks for a purer India
As dawn broke in Kashmir, Mr Gaurav Tyagi with an unwavering resolve took steady strides southward, echoing a purpose that transcends borders, languages, and beliefs.
Apni Party leader visits PHC Parigam, voices concern over staff shortage
J&K Apni Party leader Syed Tajallah Andrabi on Monday visited Primary Health Centre (PHC) Parigam in Pulwama to assess its condition and working.
Shopian youth undertakes solo run from Uri to Dubjan to highlight drug abuse
A young boy from Shopian, Danish Hameed Mir, embarked on a solo run on Friday morning from Kaman Post in the Uri sector of Baramulla, aiming to reach Dubjan village.
Science & technology
Why Indian Distribution Centres Are Switching From Manual Material Handling to Automated Conveyor Solutions
Across India, distribution centres are embracing automated conveyor-based automation for improved material flow, reduced delays, and to develop scalable infrastructure.
The Science Behind Access Control Systems for Schools
Discover how biometrics, RFID, and AI technologies form the foundation of smart, secure access control systems for modern educational institutions.
What Is AI Orchestration?
AI orchestration represents a leap forward in the integrated operation of AI technologies, akin to a conductor leading a symphony of instruments to create a harmonious performance.
Sports
Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep dismantle J&K as Rest of India win Irani Cup
Mukesh Kumar took 6/33 and Akash Deep 3/25 as Rest of India bowled J&K out for 111 to win the Irani Cup by 167 runs in Srinagar.
Smaran’s unbeaten 126 puts Rest of India 265 runs ahead in Irani Cup
Ravichandran Smaran hit an unbeaten 126 as Rest of India reached 306/8, extending their lead over J&K to 265 runs on Day 3 of the Irani Cup.
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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.
Spring Blooms in Kashmir: A glimpse into Pulwama’s picturesque seasonal transformation
As the chill of winter gradually yields to the gentle warmth of spring, the picturesque landscape of Kashmir undergoes a remarkable transformation.
Principal Secretary Alok Kumar commends IUST for skill development efforts
Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) Awantipora on Thursday rolled out the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY 4.0).
Kashmir braces for cloudy week, wet weather
The Meteorological department on Friday forecasted light to moderate snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir for nearly seven days from Saturday onwards.
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Farmers planting rice saplings in paddy fields in Kashmir
Srinagar: With the arrival of sowing season in the valley,...
Wonderfully evocative pictures of Kashmir – III
This is a photogallery of Kashmir in different years of the 19th Century, titled "Wonderfully evocative pictures of Kashmir - III".
Wonderfully evocative pictures of Kashmir – II
Kashmir (Kashmiri: كشهير kaśhīr, Urdu, Shina: کشمیر kaśmīr, कश्मीर, Hindi) is a geographical region in the north-west of the Indian subcontinent.
Wonderfully evocative pictures of Kashmir – I
Kashmir (Kashmiri: كشهير kaśhīr, Ur.du, Shina: کشمیر kaśmīr, कश्मीर,...