Police arrests five drug peddlers in Sopore, Kulgam
Srinagar: Police arrested five drug peddlers in Sopore and Kulgam and recovered contraband substances from their possession, a police spokesman said Monday. In Sopore, one individual identified as Mehraj-ud-Din Mir son of Abdul Khaliq Mir resident of Chijhama Rafiabad, was arrested along with contraband substance during a checkpoint at Lalad near Bridge. In another operation […]
Deputy CM reviews Mission YUVA, emphasizes expanded collaboration
SRINAGAR: A high level review meeting of Mission YUVA, the flagship youth entrepreneurship initiative of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir, was held Monday under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary at Civil Secretariat, Srinagar. Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani; Administrative Secretary, Skill Development Department, Rajeev Ranjan; Secretary, Information Technology Department, […]
CS for time-bound upgradation of services at SKIMS, Soura
Reviews institute’s functioning, plans for future expansion SRINAGAR: In a high-level meeting convened Monday, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo had a comprehensive review of functioning of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura. Present in the meeting were Secretary, Health & Medical Education (H&ME); Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD); Director, SKIMS; Principal, SKIMS Medical College; […]
Steeling through the Mountains: Kashmir’s Rail Revolution

By: Jaya Varma Sinha On a clear June day, draped in marigold flowers and national pride, the Vande Bharat Express began its maiden journey from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar. Flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the moment marked more than the launch of a high-speed train. It was the culmination of […]
From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Self-confidence is not a magical gift — it’s a skill. Just like learning math or playing an instrument, confidence grows when you practice it with intention. Whether you’re preparing for a presentation, starting a business, or simply trying to boost your self-confidence, this guide will show you how to build lasting […]
Ginger: Nature’s Golden gift for Skin Health and Inner Healing
By: Dr Aftab jan Ginger is not just a spice we use to flavor food — it is a sacred and miraculous root that carries the healing energy of nature within it. For thousands of years, it has been used in ancient medicine to heal the body, clear the mind, and beautify the skin. What […]
CM Omar unveils new marriage hall at Ganderbal

Lays foundation stone for a key bridge in the district GANDERBAL: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Saturday inaugurated the newly constructed Community Marriage Hall and laid the foundation stone for a 50-meter span steel trussed girder bridge in Ganderbal. He dedicated the Community Marriage Hall at Duderhama, Ganderbal to the public which has been constructed at […]
Sakeena Itoo holds public darbar at Panchan Pathri, Kulgam
Says destination to be developed, promoted as Tourist destination KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, Saturday held a massive public darbar at Panchan Pathri Hum Pathri area of Kulgam district to listen and address the developmental issues and needs of locals there. The public darbar witnessed overwhelming participation […]