A look back at the January results that shook the Valley, from the record-breaking speed of JKBOSE to the high cost of academic pressure. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar The transition of Jammu and Kashmir’s academic landscape into the 2026 calendar year was marked by a logistical feat that has since become the primary talking point […]
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Champions at Last
How Jammu and Kashmir Conquered the Ranji Trophy and Rewrote Sporting History The afternoon sun baked the red soil of the KSCA Rajnagar Stadium in Hubballi as the final moments of India’s premier domestic cricket competition ticked away. For eight-time champions Karnataka, the fifth and final day was a grueling exercise in inevitability. For the […]
Srinagar Police Crack Down on Fake News; FIR Registered
Srinagar, March 03: Srinagar Police has taken serious cognizance of the deliberate circulation of false, fabricated and misleading information by certain News Channels, Media outlets, and individuals across electronic and social Media platforms. These elements are systematically attempting to spread distorted narratives and unverified content with the clear intent to incite unrest, disturb public […]
J&K Police Files Charge Sheet in ₹7 Lakh Fake Govt Job Scam
Srinagar, Mar 02: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Monday filed a charge sheet in a fake government job fraud case in Awantipora, in which the accused allegedly duped a person of ₹7 lakh on the false promise of securing a government appointment. In a statement, Police Station Awantipora has filed a charge sheet in […]
Govt Orders Transfers, Postings in Prisons Department
Srinagar, Mar 02: The Jammu and Kashmir Home Department has ordered a series of transfers and postings in the Prisons Department with immediate effect. According to Government Order No. 145-Home of 2026 dated March 02, 2026, issued by the Home Department , Sheikh Zulfkar Azad, presently posted as Superintendent Central Jail Srinagar, has been […]
MHA alerts states to possible unrest after US–Israel strikes on Iran
New Delhi, Mar 02: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a nationwide security alert to all states and Union Territories, warning of possible violence and sporadic protests in the wake of recent US and Israeli attacks on Iran, officials said. The advisory has been issued against the backdrop of protests by members of […]
Lieutenant Governor addresses FTII’s Atma-Nirbar Bharat event in Jammu
‘Made in India’ now symbolizes trust in global trade. We must ensure that when someone, anywhere in the world, sees ‘Made in India’ on a product, it inspires confidence: LG Jammu, March 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday offered three principles to strengthen the Made in India and Atma-Nirbhar Bharat initiative – Quality, Innovation, […]
Samiya Parvaiz: The Green Pioneer of Teetwal
In the border block of Teetwal, Samiya Parvaiz is redefining rural success. By transforming her small farm into a thriving vegetable hub, she is proving that with the right support, women can lead the way in sustainable livelihoods and economic independence even in the most remote regions. By Arsheed Ahmad Bhat In the shadow of […]
The Debt of Gratitude
We often measure success by what we’ve acquired, but the true architecture of our ambition is built on the quiet sacrifices of those who had the least to give. By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon The psychology of the modern consumer is often a frantic race toward the next acquisition, a pursuit of the latest silhouette or […]
Sadaqat-ul-Fitr Fixed at Rs 80 for 2026: Grand Mufti J&K
Srinagar,Feb 26: The Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Mufti Nasir‑ul‑Islam, on Thursday announced that Sadaqat‑ul‑Fitr for 2026 has been fixed at Rs 80 per person, urging Muslims to fulfil the obligation before Eid‑ul‑Fitr prayers. Speaking with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), he said Zakat‑ul‑Fitr is compulsory for every Muslim, including men, women and […]