Health & Education

Kulgam, June 4: Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kulgam, Dr. Shaukat Hussain Parray, today visited District Hospital Kulgam to review the ongoing developmental works and inspect the functioning of the Oxygen Generation Plant.     During the visit, Dr. Parray took a detailed assessment of the infrastructure improvements underway and interacted with the hospital administration to […]

Srinagar, May 31 (KNO): On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, worrying data has emerged that places Jammu and Kashmir among the top six states and union territories in India with the highest prevalence of tobacco use.   According to health officials, more than 20 per cent of the population in J&K is engaged […]

Kashmir colleges to remain closed from July 15 to July 24 Srinagar, May 30 (JKNS): The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday announced summer vacations for Government Degree Colleges across the Union Territory, including those in the Kashmir Division.   As per an official order issued by higher education department a copy of which lies […]

Schools within Srinagar Municipal limits to operate from 8:30 to 2:30pm Srinagar, May 22 (JKNS): The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has announced revised school timings for all Government and recognized Private Schools across the Kashmir Division, effective from May 26, 2025, as per a fresh order issued on Thursday.   As per an […]

Srinagar May 22:(GNS) Amid Scorching weather conditions, Education minister Sakina Itoo on Thursday anounced that there would be change in school timings from ensuing Monday.   Talking to reporters Itoo however didn’t mentioned the exact timing and said that same would be communicated in an official order which is being issued in this regard.   […]

Srinagar, May 21 (KNO): The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) Wednesday notified the new academic schedule following the restoration of academic session from March to November.   According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), JKBOSE further clarified that due to change in academic calendar in winter Zone areas in 2024, the […]

Srinagar, May 11: The University of Kashmir has postponed all examinations scheduled up to and including May 14.   In an official notification issued by Assistant Controller of Examinations conduct a copy of which accesedx by news agency jkns reads, All University examinations scheduled to be held upto and including 14.05.2025 stand postponed.   Fresh […]

Srinagar, May 9, KNT: All educational institutions across Jammu and Kashmir will remain closed until Monday, May 12, officials sources said on Friday. The decision comes amid heightened tensions and security concerns in the region.   Authorities said a review will be conducted on Monday to determine whether schools and colleges can safely reopen. “The […]

Budgam, May 5: Dr. Shafi Ahmad Wani, Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Beerwah Constituency, inaugurated a range of advanced medical and dental diagnostic equipment today at the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Beerwah and the healthcare facility in PHC Aripathan. The newly installed equipment is expected to significantly boost diagnostic and laboratory services, ensuring better […]

Srinagar, Apr 28 (KNO): Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) Monday ordered change in school timing as 8Am to 2Pm in summer zone areas of the region with effect from May-01. DSEJ said that the change in school timing is for all classes in zummer zones of Jammu division. According to the news agency—Kashmir News […]