NOK Desk
The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today inaugurated its much-awaited Inter-departmental Athletic Meet 2025, turning its lush sports ground into a lively arena of competition, energy, and youthful spirit. The event drew enthusiastic participation from students across various departments, with both male and female athletes competing in a wide range of track and
In a landmark achievement for the scientific community in Kashmir and India at large, 21-year-old Sadiq Ali Mir, hailing from the remote Labartal village in Budgam district, has been selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) by the prestigious Titans Space Industries Inc., a private aerospace company based in the United States. Mir’s selection marks the
The second edition of the Chinar Book Festival, held from August 2 to 10, 2025, at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, has emerged as a landmark event in Jammu and Kashmir’s cultural and literary landscape. Organized by the National Book Trust, India (NBT), in collaboration with the National Council for Promotion of
In a major step toward making healthcare more affordable, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has announced a reduction in the retail prices of 35 essential medicines widely used for chronic and acute conditions. The revised prices, notified by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, cover drugs used for cardiac care, diabetes, infections, inflammation, and
In a deeply tragic incident, the young daughter of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpure, passed away suddenly on Saturday morning, leaving the family and the police fraternity in shock and grief. According to initial reports, the child had been suffering from a mild fever for the past two to three days.
In the evolving Geo-Political shift from Global North to Global South , India finds itself at a critical crossroads: should it deepen its engagement with the BRICS alliance or tilt more decisively towards the United States? While partnerships with the U.S. bring certain benefits—especially in defense and technology—the long-term National interests of India are better
Sana Khan, once a prominent figure in the Indian entertainment industry, has become a beacon of inspiration for many through her transformative journey toward a life rooted in simplicity and faith. Known for her roles in Bollywood, Tamil, and Telugu films, as well as her stint on reality shows like Bigg Boss, Sana made headlines
Finally! Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Friday bagged his first-ever National Award for his intriguing performance in the film ‘Jawan’. This feat is an ode to his illustrious career spanning over three decades. The actor shares the Best Actor award with Vikrant Massey, who won for his role in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s directorial ’12th
The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) successfully concluded a three-day Training and Capacity Building Workshop on “Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure Development”, held from July 28 to 30. The event aimed to strengthen disaster preparedness and promote safer infrastructure in the hazard-prone Himalayan region of Jammu and Kashmir. Organised by the Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction
In a remarkable achievement that has filled the hearts of Kashmiris with pride, Dr. Shaheena Akhtar has become the first female PhD scholar in Persian from the Nowgam Sonawari area of North Kashmir. Her historic accomplishment is being hailed as a beacon of hope and inspiration for countless young women aspiring to pursue higher education,