Markets abuzz with festive bustling on eve of Ramzan in Kashmir
Srinagar: The hustle and bustle of Ramzan shopping have reached its peak in Kashmir with markets across the Valley bustling with activity as Muslims prepare for the holy fasting month likely to begin on Thursday. The sale of dates and other dry fruits has picked up pace in the Valley ahead of the sacred month, […]
Ramadan begins in JK as Crescent moon sighted: Grand Mufti
Srinagar: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam on Wednesday announced that the Ramadan crescent moon has been sighted in parts of Jammu and Kashmir. The announcement brought clarity across the Valley as people were waiting for confirmation after Maghrib prayers. Grand Mufti Nasir-Ul-Islam said credible testimonies confirming the moon sighting were received and verified by the official moon-sighting […]
J&K Saffron output drops to 19.58 MT in 2024-25
Jammu: Saffron production in Jammu and Kashmir has declined from 23.53 metric tonnes in 2023–24 to 19.58 metric tonnes in 2024–25, according to official data. In a written reply to a question raised by National Conference MLA Hasnain Masoodi, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary said that the total area under Saffron cultivation in the […]
150 kanals of industrial estate in Samba district under encroachment: Govt
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said that a major portion of 436 kanals of land identified for industrial development in Samba district is yet to be handed over to the Industries department, while 150 kanals of this land is under encroachment. In a written reply to a question on development at Industrial […]
219 ventilators defunct in 10 GMCs, SKIMS in JK: Govt
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday said 219 ventilators are defunct in 10 government medical colleges and the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences across the Union Territory. In a written reply to a starred question raised by MLA Shamim Firdous in the Assembly, Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo provided hospital-wise details […]
Assembly Proceedings: CM moves 13 demands, 19 supplementary demands in Legislative Assembly
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Wednesday moved 13 Demands and 19 supplementary Demands in the Legislative Assembly which was subsequently presented before the House for discussion by Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather. “I move that a sum not exceeding the aggregate amount mentioned in Demand Nos. 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 14, 19, 20, […]
Key road projects undertaken to decongest traffic in Srinagar: Deputy CM
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government has undertaken various key road projects and corridor developments to improve traffic flow across downtown and arterial roads in the summer capital Srinagar, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary said on Wednesday. Replying to a question by National Conference MLA Tanvir Sadiq in the Assembly here, Choudhary said the government […]
Decision on JK’s statehood soon: Union Minister Arjun Meghwal

We hope we do not have to wait much longer: CM Omar Srinagar: Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Meghwal on Tuesday said statehood to Jammu and Kashmir would be restored soon, prompting a quick response from Chief Minsiter Omar Abdullah who said that he hoped that the wait is not too long. […]
Regional Workshop on Tele-Law: CM calls for strengthening Tele-law service to ensure timely justice

Demands reduction in court pendency SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday underscored the vital role of the Tele-Law initiative in expanding access to justice and easing the burden on courts, particularly for people living in rural and remote areas. Speaking at the Regional Workshop on Tele-Law organized by Ministry of Law & Justice, Government […]
Classrooms must pivot from passive learning to active creation: Lt Guv

Attends valedictory function of 48-hour National-level Hackathon ‘Innovathon 1.0’ JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday called for transforming the educational campuses to realise the vision of Developed India@2047. He highlighted the need for creating technological ecosystems that continuously reinvent themselves, that refuse to become static or complacent and embrace change as opportunity. “India’s […]