JK holds potential for dynamic and flourishing future: Lt Guv
Says UT is growing into a vibrant center of culture JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that Jammu Kashmir holds the potential for a dynamic and flourishing future, growing into a vibrant center of culture and advancing into a prosperous Union Territory through steady progress. “Achieving this vision ultimately depends on the […]
Higher reaches of Kashmir receive fresh snow, heavy rains lash plains
Srinagar: The tourist resorts of Gulmarg and Sonamarg, along with several areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir, experienced fresh snowfall, while the plains were affected by heavy rains, officials said on Thursday. Gulmarg, located in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, and Sonamarg, in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district, both received fresh snowfall, which was ongoing intermittently […]
Eid-uL-Fitr to be celebrated on Saturday: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam
Srinagar/New Delhi: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam has announced that the crescent was not sighted anywhere in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday and Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Saturday. The announcement ended suspense across the Valley following Maghrib prayers. Islam said he said no credible reports of moon sighting were received by the official moon-sighting committee. “With […]
J&K Bank Records 5.94 Cr Transactions Worth ₹8,393 Cr Ahead of Eid
Srinagar: Digital banking took centre stage ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr as Jammu & Kashmir Bank recorded a significant surge in transactions across its alternate channels, reflecting heightened customer activity during the festive period. According to official data, the bank processed 5.94 crore transactions between March 16 and March 19 through non-branch channels, involving a total amount […]
Rs 50-crore Eid treat: Kashmir’s bakery boom peaks this Ramadan
Valley’s famed bakers witness massive festive rush Traditional rotis, cakes and snacks fly off shelves as Eid approaches Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: As Ramadan nears its culmination, Kashmir’s centuries-old bakery tradition is witnessing a massive seasonal surge, with the Valley expected to consume bakery products worth around Rs 50 crore ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr this year. […]
Children need exposure to creative expressions
Over the years patterns in leisure activity have witnessed huge changes. While most of the younger generation tends to get involved in indoor activities, the phenomenon is leaving a huge mark on their health and overall wellbeing. Ironically, most of the children in today’s world are not engaging in activities that are held outside the […]
Eid-ul-Fitr: The day of reward
Muhammad Hussain Khan Eid-ul-Fitr, often described as the “Day of Reward,” is not merely a festival that marks the end of fasting; it is a profound spiritual moment that symbolizes the inner journey of the human soul. After a month of Ramadan—filled with restraint, reflection, and remembrance of Allah—Eid arrives as a gentle reminder that […]
Eid al-Fitr 2026: A Call for Global Harmony
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad As the crescent of Shawwal appears and Muslims across the world gather for Eid al-Fitr, the festival arrives not merely as a religious celebration, but as a moral reminder. From the crowded mosques of India to the family homes of London, from the neighbourhoods of Sharjah to the villages of Africa, […]
International cyber fraud racket busted in Srinagar, 7 arrested
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Counter Intelligence Wing (CIK) has busted a highly sophisticated international cyber fraud racket by arresting seven persons here, officials said on Thursday. The CIK-CID received several technical and credible inputs regarding the operation of “covert call centres” involved in fraudulent online activities targeting both foreign and local nationals. “The […]
Unity, communal harmony JK’s true essence: Deputy CM
Jammu: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Wednesday extended greetings on the occasion of Navratri, saying the festival reflects the spirit of unity, brotherhood and communal harmony in the Union Territory. Choudhary described Navratri as a spiritual occasion that connects different communities. Speaking to reporters after offering prayers at the Maa Bawe Wali shrine […]