News Topic:University of Kashmir

KU staff body KUMSA alleges non-functional status since 2022, seeks clarity

Kashmir University's non-teaching staff association KUMSA says it has remained blocked from functioning since 2022 despite submitting all required documents, seeking formal clarity.

Prof Nilofer Khan re-appointed as VC of KU

The Chancellor of the J&K Universities on Friday re-appointed Prof. Nilofer Khan as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Kashmir (KU) with effect from May 19.

Schools, colleges, universities closed across J&K amid prevailing situation

In view of the prevailing situation, authorities on Thursday ordered the closure of all educational institutions across Jammu and Kashmir for Friday and Saturday.

RTI reveals 570 teaching and administrative posts lying vacant at KU

The University of Kashmir (KU) is facing a dearth of nearly 20 percent of teaching and administrative posts that have been lying vacant in the varsity.

Student unions not banned in J-K, RTI reveals

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has not officially banned student politics, associations or unions in the Kashmir region, as revealed by an RTI response.

All KU exams scheduled for December 30 postponed, says official

Amid confusion caused by fake notifications, the Controller of Examinations clarified that all exams of the university scheduled for December 30 have been postponed.

Ex-KU, CUK VC Prof Abdul Wahid Qureshi passes away at 80

Professor Abdul Wahid Qureshi, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kashmir and later Central University of Kashmir passed away today here at SKIMS Soura.

KU postpones exams scheduled for September 17, 18

The University of Kashmir (KU) has postponed all the examinations scheduled to be held on September 17 and 18.

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Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K

Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.

India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map

India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.

Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say

Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.

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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.