News Topic:COVID-19

Coronavirus: Entry of foreign tourists banned in Valley

In wake of the deadly Coronavirus epidemic, the government on Tuesday evening decided to ban the entry of foreign tourists in Kashmir.

COVID-19: Woman and a youth quarantined in Kashmir

Authorities in Kashmir are not taking chances as for as Coronavirus infection is concerned. Every suspect is being monitored and isolated.

DAK calls for extensive Coronavirus testing

Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Tuesday has urged health authorities in Kashmir to ramp up testing for the novel (new) Coronavirus.

No case of Coronavirus detected in Kashmir: Director NHM

SRINAGAR — Amid Coronavirus scare, authorities on Tuesday said no Coronavirus case has been detected positive in Kashmir so far.Five positive cases have been...

Amid COVID-19 threat, non-locals begin to arrive in Valley

Hundreds of laborers, besides a sizable number of beggars, have begun to arrive in valley, amid the threat of Coronavirus, raising panic.

COVID-19: Epidemic Disease Regulations 2020 extended to entire J&K

The Government today extended J-K Epidemic Disease (COVID-19) Regulations, 2020 to both the divisions of Jammu and Kashmir.

Busted! 10 Myths about Coronavirus

A lot of myths about COVID-19 are being shared on social media platforms which have a potential to cause anxiety among people in general...

COVID-19: Authorities mulling over televised coaching classes

At a time when Coronavirus is creating ripples and panic among people, authorities have decided to take fool-proof measures.

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BRICS leaders condemn Pahalgam attack, call for zero tolerance on terrorism

BRICS leaders condemned the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people and reaffirmed calls for stronger global action against terrorism.

NHM strike enters fourth day in J&K as SKUAST-K veterinary interns intensify protest

NHM employees remain on strike across J&K, while SKUAST-K veterinary interns seek a stipend hike from ₹6,000 to ₹23,000 and written government assurance.

Ruhullah vows to ‘break chains’ on Nov 3, slams NC leadership choice

Srinagar MP Agha Ruhullah Mehdi says he will "break chains" on November 3 and criticizes the NC's choice of Chief Minister, while backing veterinary students' stipend demand.

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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.