School staff in Baramulla asked to ‘refrain from criticising govt policies’ on social media
Srinagar, Oct 5 (PTI) The chief education officer (CEO) of Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir directed teaching and non-teaching staff employed under the department to refrain from criticising government policies on social media, warning them of punitive action, including dismissal from service. In a circular on Saturday, he directed all the employees of School Education […]
Chandigarh-based firm’s owner among 16 booked for frauds in Jammu
Jammu, Oct 5 (PTI) The Jammu and Kashmir Police Crime Branch has registered five cases against 16 people for their alleged involvement in multi-crore job, visa, and document frauds and siphoning off large amounts of government funds, an officer said on Sunday. The accused include top executives of a Chandigarh-based company, some officials of the […]
Railway announces Phase V of train resumption in rain-hit Jammu
Jammu, Oct 5 (PTI) The Jammu division of the Northern Railway on Sunday announced the fifth phase of restoration of rail traffic, which was severely affected by record rainfall in the last week of August. Twenty-two trains to and from Jammu, Udhampur, and Katra will be restored from October 15 to October 22, said Senior […]
Craft City Srinagar set to reverberate with Artisan stories in October Fest
SRINAGAR, OCT 5:The Handicrafts and Handloom Department is set to ignite a celebration of the region’s timeless artistry with the launch of ‘Know Your Artisan’ campaign. This immersive series, a key pillar of brand’Soulful Kashmir’ promotion, invites general public to connect directly with the maestros behind Kashmir’s world-renowned crafts. In a press statement issued here […]
Inclement weather: All Schools in Jammu division to remain shut for two days
Jammu, Oct 5: Directorate of School Education Jammu on Sunday said that all Government and Private schools of Jammu Division shall remain closed on 6 and 7th October amid Inclement weather forecast by MeT. An order issued by Directorate Education Jammu read , “In view of the weather advisory issued by the Indian Meteorological Department […]
Ladakh violence: SC to hear wife’s plea challenging Sonam Wangchuk’s detention on Monday
New Delhi, Oct 5 (PTI) The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Monday a plea filed by Sonam Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali J Angmo challenging the climate activist’s detention under the National Security Act, and seeking his immediate release. According to the apex court’s cause list for October 6, the plea would come up for […]
JK’s development directly linked with its youth: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Oct 5: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday described the human mind as the “greatest miracle of life,” emphasizing that the future of Jammu and Kashmir’s development is directly connected with the empowerment and creativity of its youth. Addressing a gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said, “Jammu and Kashmir ka vikas seedha yuva shakti ke […]
Peace Blooms on the Border: Wedding Bells Ring after Harvest in Kashmir’s LoC Villages
Uri, Keran, Tangdhar, Karnah and Gurez turn festive as families celebrate long-delayed marriages steeped in tradition, hope By: Our Special Correspondent KV Exclusive Srinagar: The echoes of gunfire and bombs that haunted Kashmir’s Line of Control (LoC) villages have been replaced by the rhythm of dhols and wanwun songs. As the autumn harvest ends and […]
Kashmiri Apples: Make them part of our celebrations
By: Mohammad Hussain Khan When one hears the word “Kashmir,” it is impossible not to think of apples. Our orchards are famous across India and beyond, with Kashmiri apples commanding respect for their unique taste, crispness, and quality. Yet, ironically, within Kashmir itself, these apples are not celebrated the way they deserve to be. Unlike […]
The AI-Ready School: Teaching Tomorrow’s Habits Today
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, economies, and daily life. The real challenge for education today is not just to impart knowledge, but to cultivate the habits, skills, and values that AI cannot replace. Schools and universities must prepare students for a future where adaptability, creativity, and ethics matter as much […]