News Topic:COVID-19

453 new COVID-19 cases in J&K, tally rises to 15,711

Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday reported 453 COVID-19 infections, taking the overall count to 15,711.

5-year-old among 12 more die of COVID-19, J&K toll 278

Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday reported 12 more deaths attributed to COVID-19 including a 5-year-old child from Bandipora and a 28-year-old young woman from Kulgam district.

Div Com reviews Eid-ul-Adha arrangements

In view of the ensuing Eid-ul-Adha festival, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole today said that the markets shall remain open for three days from July 28 to July 30 to facilitate hassle-free purchase of sacrificial animals and other necessary items.

Remdesivir unaffordable for COVID-19 patients: DAK

While antiviral drug remdesivir reduces the risk of death among COVID-19 patients, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Wednesday said the drug is unaffordable for poor patients.

Authorities in Pulwama take formal action against attacks on health workers

The district authorities in Pulwama have decided to take action against assailants who attacked medical staff in two separate incidents in Pulwama this week.

Government announces strict 4-day lockdown in Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday announced the re-imposition of week-long lockdown across Kashmir valley, except Bandipora district, commencing from July 22 evening.

Amarnath Yatra cancelled after spike in COVID-19 cases

Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu, Chairman of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), presided over 39th Board meeting of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board today in which the Board members participated virtually through video conference to discuss the conduct of the Yatra 2020.

COVID-19 claims 11 more lives, J&K toll 266

Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday reported 11 more deaths attributed to COVID-19, taking the fatality count due to the virus to 266.

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Hindutva does not envisage India without Muslims: RSS Chief

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said at a New York faith leaders' conference that Hindutva does not envisage excluding Muslims from India, citing RSS's service and outreach work.

J&K FDA bans 10 ghee batches over adulteration with vegetable fat

J&K's FDA has banned 10 ghee batches from brands including Dairy Mohan, Nandni and Mohan Dairy after tests found adulteration with vegetable fat.

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.

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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

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Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream

The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.