CM inaugurates Almond Blossom Festival-2026 at Badamwari
Launches online garden ticketing portal for J&K gardens SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Saturday inaugurated the Almond Blossom Festival-2026 at Badamwari (Almond Alcove), titled Badam Vaer Blooms, in Srinagar’s historic old city, heralding the arrival of spring in Kashmir. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that the Almond Blossom Festival symbolizes Kashmir’s timeless […]
MP Mian Altaf Ahmad chairs DISHA Meeting at Anantnag
Reviews progress of CSSs, emphasises improving Health & Education sectors ANANTNAG: Member of Parliament Anantnag–Rajouri Parliamentary Constituency, Mian Altaf Ahmad Saturday chaired a meeting of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) at Dak Bungalow, Anantnag to review the progress of various Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSSs) being implemented in the district. The meeting was […]
National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries
K2 Khyber Aquaculture Leads the Way in Sustainable Trout Farming SRINAGAR: K2 Khyber Aquaculture, a pioneer in high-tech trout farming, on Saturday participated in the landmark National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries held at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar. The event, themed “Sustainable Harnessing of Cold Water Fisheries for Growth and Prosperity,” served […]
Police foil timber smuggling attempt in Sopore
Srinagar: Police foiled a timber smuggling attempt during night patrolling in village Shutloo in Panzalla Sopore, a police spokesman said Saturday. He said that during the operation, police team intercepted suspected timber smugglers transporting illicit timber. Taking advantage of darkness, the smugglers managed to flee from the spot, leaving behind 14 logs of illegally felled […]
Police seize vehicles, machinery in Pulwama for illegal extraction of minerals
Srinagar: Police in Pulwama along with the Geology and Mining Department conducted a late-night enforcement operation in the Frasipora area of Pulwama and seized vehicles and machinery involved in unauthorized mineral extraction and transportation, a police spokesman said Saturday. He said that a police team carried out a surprise raid at the said location during […]
Police arrest drug peddler in Pulwama
Srinagar: Police in Pulwama arrested a drug peddler and recovered charas-like substance during naka checking in Litter area, a police spokesman said Saturday. He said that a police party at a checkpoint established at Rakh Litter and checking pedestrians and vehicles. During checking, a person carrying a polythene bag was seen approaching from Litter towards […]
First National Lok Adalat of 2026 held across UT of J&K
Justice Sanjeev Kumar inaugurated 1st National Lok Adalat at District Court Complex, Jammu JAMMU: Continuing its endeavour to fulfil the constitutional commitment of providing swift, cost-effective, and efficient dispute resolution to the masses in general and the litigant public in particular, the J&K Legal Services Authority under the patronage of Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice, […]
Omar chairs cabinet meeting in Jammu
Key decisions on governance taken: Official Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday chaired a Cabinet meeting here, paving the way for key decisions aimed at strengthening governance and accelerating development across the Union Territory. The decisions were taken with a focus on improving administrative efficiency and public service delivery, the office of the […]
Lt Guv urges writers, artists to preserve Jammu’s cultural heritage
Commends JU for its efforts in preserving, promoting region’s cultural ethos Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday called on writers and artists to preserve the rich heritage of Jammu, promote its legacy, and connect the younger generation with their roots. “Jammu’s traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above […]
Eid Feast Turns Costly: Mutton Prices Soar Across Kashmir
Despite official rate of Rs 700 per kg, meat sold at Rs 750–Rs 800 Residents decry overcharging as festive demand surges Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: As Eid-ul-Fitr approaches, mutton prices across Kashmir have shot up sharply, with consumers alleging that butchers are selling meat well above the government-fixed rate. The administration has fixed the retail […]