Kashmir
April 19, 2025
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J&K Hajj pilgrims plummet 70% in two years as costs soar

Only 3,624 expected to embark on holy pilgrimage this year Srinagar, Apr 18 (KNO): The number of pilgrims heading for Hajj from Jammu and Kashmir has seen a sharp decline in recent years, with official figures revealing a 70 per cent drop over the past two years compared to 2023.   Only 3,624 pilgrims from […]

Kashmir
April 19, 2025
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Locals Fume as Car Dealers Turn Srinagar Roads into Showroom

Srinagar, Apr 18, KNT: Residents of Barbar Shah and Babademb in Srinagar have expressed serious anger over what they call the unchecked occupation of public roads by local car dealers, who continue to park multiple vehicles for sale along busy stretches, causing frequent traffic jams and endangering public safety.   According to locals, the dealers […]

Kashmir
April 19, 2025
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Hailstorm Ravages Shopian Orchards, Farmers Count Heavy Losses

Shopian, Apr 18, KNT: A hailstorm swept through several areas of south Kashmir’s Shopian district on Friday, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. The sudden weather event damaged orchards, uprooted trees, and caused panic among residents as marble-sized hailstones pelted rooftops and farmlands.   Areas worst hit include Shadab Karewa, Kanipora, Zawoora, Manloo, Narapora, Pargochu, […]

Kashmir
April 19, 2025
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Prominent Shia scholar Aga Syed Baqir laid to rest

Thousands attend funeral in Budgam, CM Omar, MP Ruhullah, Advisor Nasir Wani participate; Mirwaiz, other religious, political leaders express grief Budgam, Apr 18 (KNO): Thousands gathered in Budgam on Friday to attend the last rites of the renowned Shia cleric and scholar Allama Aga Syed Mohammad Baqir Al-Moosavi Al-Najfi, who passed away late Thursday night. […]

Kashmir
April 18, 2025
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SSP Baramulla holds interactive session with media personnel at Baramulla

Baramulla; 17 April : SSP Baramulla Gurinderpal Singh held an interactive session with the media personnel at Baramulla.   The interaction aimed at optimising the understanding and cooperation between the police and media, and for acknowledging the pivotal role that media plays in shaping public opinion and disseminating factual information.     During the meeting, […]

Kashmir
April 18, 2025
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Free Hearing Aid Distribution Held Under RBSK at District Hospital Kulgam

Kulgam, April 17: In a move to promote inclusive healthcare, a free hearing aid distribution camp was organized under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) at District Hospital Kulgam. The event was conducted under the supervision of Medical Superintendent Dr. A.G. Raina and organized by the District Early Intervention Center (DEIC).   District Development Commissioner […]

Kashmir
April 18, 2025
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Govt orders major reshuffle of IPS, JKPS officers

G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy is new SSP Srinagar Srinagar, Apr 17 (KNO): In a major reshuffle, the Jammu and Kashmir Home Department on Thursday ordered the transfer and posting of several IPS and JKPS officers, across the Union Territory.   The transfer order, issued by the Home Department, a copy of which lies with the news […]

Kashmir
April 16, 2025
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Fire Safety Mock Drill Held at SKIMS Medical College, Bemina

Srinagar : As part of Fire Safety Week, a “hands-on” Fire Safety Mock Drill was conducted at SKIMS Medical College, Bemina Srinagar on April 16, 2025. The event was a collaborative effort between the Fire and Emergency Services Department, SKIMS Medical College/Hospital Security, Hostel Division, and the Department of Community Medicine The drill aimed to […]

Kashmir
April 16, 2025
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28 companies offer over 1000 vacancies to local youth at Baramulla job fair

BARAMULLA, APRIL 16: In a significant initiative to enhance employment avenues for the youth of Baramulla, District Administration Baramulla, in collaboration with the Dagger Division of the Indian Army and District Employment and Counselling Centre Baramulla today organized a Mega Job Fair at the Chinar Yuva Centre, Baramulla The event witnessed overwhelming participation from hundreds […]

Kashmir
April 16, 2025
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I dont think statehood will be given, not at least anytime soon Read the Whole Book, Dont Fall for Bakwas”: A S Dulat on farooq Abdullah Controversy

Srinagar, April 16 : Reacting to the controversy surrounding Farooq Abdullahs role in Article 370 abrogation, Former RAW and IB chief A.S. Dulat said it is all speculation. “Whatever is being said about Farooq Abdullah is not true. People should read the whole book. Someone has picked something and blown it. Sab bakwas hai. You […]