Div Com reviews arrangements for Nagar Kirtan in Srinagar
SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, Tuesday chaired a meeting to review the arrangements for the commemoration of the 350th year of the Martyrdom of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and the organization of the Nagar Kirtan at Gurdwara Chhatti Patshahi, Srinagar. The meeting was attended by the Additional Commissioner Kashmir, Additional Deputy […]
From Police Stations to Smartphones: How E-FIRs Are Revolutionising Justice Delivery in Kashmir
Digital policing reform wins public confidence across the Valley, offer transparency, speed and safety to citizens Srinagar: In a quiet but powerful shift, Kashmir’s justice system is going digital — not through complex reforms or grand inaugurations, but through the simple act of filing an Electronic First Information Report (E-FIR). What once required a trip […]
KU begins three-day workshop on ‘Graphic Narratives’
Srinagar: The Department of English, University of Kashmir (KU) on Monday commenced a three-day workshop on ‘Graphic Narratives’ at the Main Campus. The event aims to explore the growing relevance of graphic storytelling as a hybrid medium of literature and art, encouraging students and scholars to engage with visual forms of expression in academic and […]
India will power the world’s next innovation wave: LG Sinha
Today our focus is to ensure scientific findings, research and ideas are effectively translated and applied in the field for sustainable long-term economic growth and improved quality of life: LG Advancements in machine learning, generative AI and autonomous systems will impact every sphere of life in the near future and will be a major driver […]
Three Agas, one battlefield: Budgam Braces for a Unique Political Contest
NC, PDP & BJP field candidates from the same influential family; Omar leads campaign for NC Budgam: The Budgam by-election on November 11 has turned into a rare and interesting contest — a battle between three leaders from the same influential family known for its religious and social standing in central Kashmir. The National Conference […]
Lt Guv pays obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji Shrine
Katra: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ji Shrine on Thursday, an official spokesman said here. He said that the Lt Guv prayed for the well-being of all and peace and prosperity of J&K UT, the official spokesman added.
Self-Help Groups Turn Kashmir’s Women into “Lakhpati Didis”
From tailoring and saffron packaging to home bakeries, SHG scheme empowers thousands of women Srinagar: In the heart of Kashmir’s towns and villages, a quiet revolution is unfolding — led not by politicians or professionals, but by ordinary women. Thanks to the government’s Self-Help Group (SHG) scheme, thousands of women across the Valley are scripting […]
CM Omar Abdullah flags off 2nd Edition of Kashmir Marathon
Leading from the front, CM completes his half marathon with aplomb SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today flagged off the second edition of the Kashmir Marathon from Polo View, Srinagar, marking a vibrant celebration of fitness, resilience and the indomitable spirit of Jammu and Kashmir. The race began at 6:00 AM from Polo View, with […]
Saffron Industry suffers Rs 7,000-Crore Loss as Harvest Falls to 15%
Growers dejected as “red gold” wilts; NC MLA Hasnain Masoodi calls NSM ‘a total failure’ Srinagar: Kashmir’s saffron growers are facing one of the worst seasons in recent years, with this year’s harvest dropping to just 15 percent of the expected yield. The fall in production has caused an estimated Rs 7,000-crore loss to the […]