NOK Desk
The Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather forecast for Jammu and Kashmir, predicting generally cloudy conditions with light rain and snowfall in higher areas at scattered places on March 9. According to the forecast, several parts of the Union Territory may experience changing weather conditions over the next few days. Click Here To Follow
Youm-ul-Badr, often referred to as Yaum-ul-Furqan or the “Day of Criterion,” marks one of the most pivotal moments in Islamic history. Observed annually on the 17th of Ramadan, this day commemorates the Battle of Badr, fought in 624 CE (2 AH) between a small band of early Muslims led by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon
In the chaotic wake of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s reported death, Mojtaba Khamenei — long described by analysts as a powerful behind-the-scenes actor — has surfaced in social and some media narratives as a leading contender to become Iran’s next Supreme Leader. While no formal appointment has been announced and the constitutional process remains the decisive
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran who held ultimate authority over the Islamic Republic for nearly four decades, has been confirmed dead at the age of 86 following massive joint airstrikes carried out by the United States and Israel. The strikes, which began early Saturday local time (February 28, 2026), targeted key military,
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) seized firm control of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final against eight-time champions Karnataka on Day 3 at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground, leaving the hosts staring at a massive first-innings deficit. J&K, appearing in their maiden Ranji final, were bowled out for a commanding 584 in 173.1 overs early on Day
Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Monday announced the administrative approval of multiple development works sanctioned under the MPLADS funds of MP Baramulla Er Rashid for the year 2025–26. In a statement issued to the media, Inam Un Nabi said the District Development Commissioner Baramulla has accorded approval for works amounting
Rajouri: A one-day seminar on “Potential of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants for Conservation, Cultivation, and Entrepreneurship Development with Special Reference to the Himalayan Region” was organized at the University Auditorium of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University. The programme was hosted by the Centre for Biodiversity Studies (CBS) in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Medicinal
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed that it is not merely the government’s intention but its consistent and sustained effort to develop Gulmarg into an international ski destination, emphasizing that this vision will create opportunities and benefit all sectors associated with sports and tourism in the region. The Chief Minister was addressing the inaugural ceremony
Ms Afreen Anwar, Research Scholar in the Department of Biotechnology at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), has successfully defended her final PhD viva voce on February 10, 2026. Her research was titled “Functionalized DNA/RNA Aptamers for Lead Toxicity Rescue in C. elegans Models and Its Therapeutic Application.” The viva was conducted under the supervision
In early 2026, a stunning revelation in the newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein files sent shockwaves across social media and global news feeds: emails and shipping records appeared to show that pieces of the Kiswa — the sacred black-and-gold embroidered cloth that covers the Kaaba in Mecca — were sent to Epstein’s home in Florida. Given