News Topic:Sonamarg
Kashmir
Sonamarg Police seize truck carrying FCI rice over challan discrepancy
A 16-wheeler carrying FCI rice was seized in Sonamarg after its driver allegedly produced different challans at two locations, police said.
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Kashmir
J&K Govt clarifies Master Plan status of Shukadi, Nilgrath and Sarbal
J&K Govt says Shukadi, Nilgrath and Sarbal fall under SDA jurisdiction, while private landowners retain rights subject to the Master Plan and legal norms.
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Kashmir
Wildlife SOS camera study offers new insights into Himalayan brown bears in Kashmir
Wildlife SOS and J&K Wildlife Protection Department used 17 camera traps in Sonamarg to study Himalayan brown bear denning, habitat use and winter behaviour.
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J&K
Sonamarg coldest as night chill grips Kashmir Valley
Severe cold conditions continued across Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday as minimum temperatures dipped well below freezing point at most places in the Kashmir Valley.
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Business & Economy
Pahalgam attack severely impacts tourism, thousands jobless
The last month's massacre of tourists at Pahalgam in the Kashmir Valley has severely impacted the region’s economy, leading to job losses.
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Kashmir
Pony operator detained in Sonamarg amid harassment allegation by tourist
A pony operator accused of harassing a tourist in Sonamarg has been apprehended by police following a viral video on social media, police said.
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Kashmir
Kashmir’s higher reaches receive fresh snowfall
The upper reaches of Kashmir, including the famous ski resort of Gulmarg, experienced fresh snowfall on Sunday, bringing a picturesque white blanket to the region.
Travel
Z-Morh Tunnel to open for public by September 15 with no toll fees
The much-awaited 6.5-kilometre Z-Morh tunnel, a crucial infrastructure project, is expected to open for transportation by September 15 this year.
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Latest news
JKSET/LASET 2026 exam rescheduled to 1:30 PM on October 25
The University of Kashmir has rescheduled JKSET/LASET 2026 to 1:30 pm on October 25. Candidates must report to their examination centres by noon.
Aga Ruhullah leaves new political platform open, says he will consult people after Nov 3
Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi says he will consult people after November 3 on Jammu and Kashmir’s constitutional rights, leaving his political options open.
AIMSA calls off MBBS, BDS interns’ strike after stipend hike
AIMSA has called off the strike by MBBS and BDS interns in J&K after the government raised their monthly stipend to ₹25,000 from October 1, 2026.
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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.