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Child safety advisory issued after POCSO accused escape Srinagar jail

Authorities have issued a child-safety advisory to Srinagar schools and madrasas after two POCSO-accused undertrials escaped Central Jail by scaling its wall.

JKBOPEE opens final mop-up counselling round for Nursing, Paramedical, Technology courses

JKBOPEE has opened the 3rd and final mop-up counselling round for B.Sc. Nursing, Paramedical and Technology courses; the window closes at midnight on August 25, 2026.

J&K’s Higher Secondary enrollment ratio falls to 44.8%, NITI Aayog data shows

NITI Aayog data shows J&K's Gross Enrolment Ratio falls from 113.7% at primary level to 44.8% at higher-secondary level, with a dropout rate above the national average.

Which Online Degree Has the Highest ROI?

How do you choose an online degree with the best ROI? Learn to assess costs, career relevance, and explore Chandigarh University online courses.

SC on Protests: Agitation no excuse for police excess, uniform protocol needed

The Supreme Court has observed that the right to peaceful protest is a constitutional guarantee and alleged police excesses against demonstrators can't be justified.

Official figures expose ‘deficient’ gross enrolment ratio for girls in J&K schools

With a Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) of 46.6 percent for female students at the senior secondary level, Jammu and Kashmir finds itself mired in the ‘deficient category’.

Govt temporarily restricts Telegram ahead of NEET re-exam, NTA welcomes move

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday welcomed the Government of India's decision to impose temporary restrictions on the Telegram messaging platform.

NHRC intervenes in alleged harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers and students in several states

The NHRC has taken cognisance of alleged incidents of harassment, intimidation and attacks against Kashmiri shawl sellers and students in different parts of the country.

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Mehbooba backs protesting medical interns over stipend hike

Mehbooba Mufti backed protesting GMC Bemina medical students and urged the J&K government to resolve their demand for a stipend of up to ₹30,000.

J&K jobless youth seek removal of Class IV maximum qualification bar amid fresh recruitment

J&K unemployed graduates and postgraduates seek removal of the Class IV maximum qualification bar as the Service Selection Board advertises around 2,800 posts

J&K Panchayat, DDC polls face fresh uncertainty

J&K’s Panchayat and DDC elections face fresh uncertainty after the government reportedly missed the August 31 SEC deadline to begin the poll process.

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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.

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.