VDG member shoots himself dead in Samba
Samba/Jammu: A 47-year-old Village Defence Guard (VDG) allegedly shoot himself dead in Samba district on Wednesday, officials said. Omkar Nath used his own muzzle loading gun to end his life inside his house at Nichla village in Ghagwal district, the officials said. They said Nath’s family rushed to his room on hearing the gunshot and […]
Blending Industry with Ecology: Khyber Cement hosts ‘Lavender Day in Srinagar’
Srinagar: Khyber Cement celebrated Lavender Day with a deep-rooted belief that industrial progress must go hand in hand with environmental responsibility. Held amidst the fertile lavender fields around its factory, the event was a vibrant gathering that reflected the brand’s unwavering commitment to sustainable practices and community enrichment in Kashmir. Set against the backdrop of […]
CBSE Class-10 board exams twice a year from 2026
New Delhi, June 25 (PTI) From 2026, Class-10 students will be able to take CBSE board exams twice in an academic session but it will be mandatory for them to appear for the first phase in February, officials said on Wednesday. The second phase scheduled in May will be optional for students who wish to […]
LG Sinha calls Emergency ‘most inhuman act’ of Indian democratic history
SRINAGAR, Jun 25 (PTI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said the imposition of Emergency in 1975 was “murder” of the Constitution, and called it the ”most inhuman act” of Indian democratic history”. “Imposition of Emergency on 25th June 1975 was murder of Constitution. On #SamvidhanHatyaDiwas, I pay tribute to millions of […]
DSEK orders continuation of remedial coaching during summer break
Srinagar, Jun 25: The School Education Department Wednesday ordered the education institutions to continue remedial teaching during summer vacations for schools with poor results in JKBOSE Class 10th & 12th Examinations. Joint Director elementary education at Directorate of School Education Kashmir in a communique said, “Remedial teaching was initiated for schools that recorded unsatisfactory performance […]
Nine men trapped in swollen Tawi river rescued in Jammu
Jammu, Jun 25 (PTI) Nine men were rescued Wednesday in a joint operation by police and SDRF teams after they were trapped in the Tawi river following a sudden rise in the water level due to rains that lashed many parts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Heavy rains also disrupted traffic along Jammu-Srinagar national […]
Kashmir gets relief from heat after rains
Srinagar, Jun 25 (PTI) Rains lashed parts of Kashmir on Wednesday, bringing much-needed relief from the heat wave, even as some places like Srinagar recorded the warmest June night ever, officials said. Rains lashed parts of the Valley, including Srinagar, on Wednesday morning, they said. The rainfall brought down the temperature, leading to a much-needed […]
Mock drill held to test coordination, emergency response ahead of Amarnath Yatra: SSP Srinagar
Srinagar, Jun 25: Senior Superintendent of Police Srinagar, Dr Sandeep Chakravarti on Wednesday said that a joint mock drill was conducted at Yatra Niwas in Pantha Chowk to test coordination and emergency response ahead of Amarnath Yatra. Speaking to reporters, the SSP said the aim of today’s drill was to assess preparedness in handling emergencies […]
All security arrangements in place for Amarnath Yatra 2025; Locals’ role crucial: IGP Kashmir
Srinagar, Jun 25: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, VK Birdi, on Wednesday confirmed that comprehensive security arrangements have been finalized for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra, set to commence next week. He highlighted the pivotal role played by local residents in ensuring the safe and smooth conduct of the holy pilgrimage. Speaking to […]
Teenager killed in Srinagar, another injured after scooty hits wall
Srinagar, Jun 25: A 14-year-old boy died while another sustained injuries after their scooty hit a wall near Solina bund in the Rajbagh area of Srinagar late last night, officials said. An official said that the duo, both residents of Rambagh, Srinagar, was riding a scooty when the rider lost control and hit a wall. […]
