On Monday evening, a tragic incident unfolded in North Kashmir’s Bandipora district as a dedicated Special Police Officer lost his life due to a sudden heart attack. According to information obtained by Rising Kashmir, SPO Mehraj uddin Lone from Chittibanday Bandipora experienced a severe heart attack. Swift action was taken, and he was promptly transported…
Hurriyat Conference (M) chairman Mirwaiz Molvi Umar Farooq on Monday said that though the decision of the Supreme Court on Article 370 abrogation is sad, but it was not unexpected in the present circumstances. Talking to KNS, Mirwaiz said that those people who at the time of the partition of the subcontinent, facilitated the accession…
As the Supreme Court prepares to announce its verdict on Monday regarding a series of petitions challenging the abrogation of Article 370 provisions in Jammu and Kashmir, Muzaffar Shah, the senior leader and vice president of Awami National Conference, underscored on Sunday that the upcoming proceedings not only entail a verdict but also represent a…
In accordance with the National Legal Service Authority calendar and pursuant to the directives of the Jammu and Kashmir Legal Services Authority, the 4th National Lok Adalat took place on Saturday across all Kashmir districts. District Legal Services Authorities (DLSAs) organized the event for the amicable settlement of diverse cases, aligning with the unique initiative…
Professor Tasneem Mubarak, the Chief Scientist at MRCFC-SKUAST Kashmir, has recently received the esteemed 2023 International Potash Institute and Fertiliser Association of India (IPI-FAI) award. The distinguished recognition was bestowed upon her by Dr. Mansuk Mandaviya, the Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilisers and Health and Family Welfare of the Government of India. The award…
Two one-week entrepreneurship skill development programmes (ESDPs) on agroforestry enterprises for economic empowerment and cocoon crop production began at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, Benhama and Mirgund campuses on Saturday. The ESDPs are organised under the sponsorship of the Union Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. A training program titled…
In a philanthropic partnership, the Indian Army and Expansion International Private Limited are making a significant impact in Boniyar, a municipal committee in the Baramulla district. Expansion International Pvt Ltd has donated 75 desktop computers to local schools near the Line of Control (LoC) in Baramulla, apart from distributing jackets to underprivileged individuals, ensuring their…
Srinagar, Nov 28 (KNS): Sheikh Anusha from Handwara, a student of 6th standard of Presentation Convent Higher Secondary School Rajbagh Srinagar has won pre-teen National Pencak Silat Championship 2023-24 Award in Bihar.The Championship was held at Pataliputra Sports Stadium Patna Bihar from 23 November to 26 November 2023. To Know Olympic weightlifting Click Here Anusha…
Srinagar, 28 Nov(KNS): The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President and Member of the Parliament from Srinagar Dr. Farooq and Vice President Omar Abdullah have expressed profound grief over the demise of Pirzada Muhammad Yahya Qadri of Pir Takiya Nigeen. 1.Omar Abdullah 2.Dr Farooq Abdullah 3.Sheikh Abdullah In their condolence message of omer , the duo…
Kupwara, Nov 24 (KNS): The Department of Youth Services & Sports in collaboration with the District Administration of Kupwara announces the eagerly awaited Winter Cricket Championship. According to a statement, the championship, scheduled to follow T20 patterns, will take place at Galizoo Stadium Kupwara, Sports Stadium Pandithpora, Cricket Stadium Haqanlabad Punzwa, and Sports Stadium Chamkoot Tangdar.Interested…
Residents of Kalakote villages in Rajouri district were startled by the sound of gunfire after a hiatus of around thirteen years, as an encounter unfolded between security forces and terrorists on Wednesday morning. The skirmish erupted following a Cordon and Search Operation launched by security forces in the Baaji Maal area of Kalakote. Solki, Baaji…
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Tuesday called the BJP’s development claims in Jammu and Kashmir a “bundle of lies”, accusing the party of “betraying” people in the name of bringing change and providing employment.Addressing a party convention at Malwan in south Kashmir’s Kulgam, he also accused the ruling party at the Centre for creating…
Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister and National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah on Monday blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party for ‘spreading lies’ about J&K’s development, saying people of the UT have been deprived of everything, including electricity. “Here we are facing worst electricity crisis. When we were ruling here, the situation was much better…
Srinagar, Nov 21 (KNS): The anticipated opening of the Jammu-Srinagar rail link early next year is poised to mark a pivotal moment in the regional transportation infrastructure, heralding transformative changes. This ambitious railway project, designed to boost connectivity and accessibility between Jammu and Srinagar, represents a major breakthrough in the transportation landscape. A senior official…
In a candid discussion with Kashmir News Service (KNS) during his inaugural public durbar in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police RR Swain shed light on the distinctive challenges faced by the region and outlined a comprehensive approach to address them. DGP Swain emphasized that the primary aim of the public durbar is…
Srinagar, Nov 16 (KNS): Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq has expressed deep grief over the demise of Fateh Muhammad Lone, brother of Shaheed-e-Hurriyat Khwaja Abdul Ghani Lone and uncle of leading political and social leader Bilal Ghani Lone. He expressed heartfelt condolence to Bilal Lone, the deceased’s son Muhammad Iqbal Lone and other members…
A weeklong workshop on ‘Brand for Market’ commenced at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir, Shalimar campus on Monday.The workshop was organised by the SKUAST-K’s Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (SKIIE) Centre under the sponsorship of the National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP) for the institutional development of the varsity to create awareness…
In its ongoing crackdown on drug peddlers, the Awantipora Police has seized a double-storied residential house valued at approximately twelve Lacs. The property is linked to Bakhtawar Ahmad Makroo, a notorious drug peddler and the son of Late Ab Rehman Makroo from Gulzarpora Awantipora. This decisive action was taken under section 68-F of the NDPS…
ANANTNAG, NOVEMBER 13 : The Food Safety team in district Anantnag today sealed a Nanwai shop at Chenni Chowk on account of severe deviations from the different provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006.During the inspection, it was found that the food preparation area was in a dilapidated state, besides there was also…
SRINAGAR, Nov 11: Weather improved on Subnday after snowfall on higher reaches and widespread rains on plains brought the temperature down and closed several roads in Jammu and Kashmir.Meteorological department Srinagar forecast of weather is likely to remain dry during till November 21.The sky was cloudy with cold conditions prevailing around Srinagar and other parts…
Srinagar, Nov 12 (KNS): As harsh winters are yet to approach, the deteriorating power supply in Kashmir valley has broken all previous records this year, resulting anger among consumers across the valley.Reports reached to Kashmir News Service (KNS) said that with the onset of October this year the power supply has witnessed a huge downfall…
Srinagar, Nov 12 (KNS): The Youth Congress of Jammu and Kashmir (District Srinagar) initiated a dynamic poster campaign on Sunday to raise awareness among potential new voters regarding their upcoming right to vote. The “MERA PEHLA VOTE” campaign was inaugurated by Jenab Tariq Hameed Karra, a CWC member and prominent Congress leader, in Srinagar on…
Srinagar 12 Nov,2023 : Tourists in Kashmir were treated to an unexpected delight as the Valley experienced an early snowfall, particularly in Gulmarg and surrounding areas. This meteorological surprise has had a positive impact on the tourism sector, attracting visitors eager to relish the picturesque landscapes blanketed in white. Many tourists, initially drawn to witness…
Embark on a journey to Vivanta Dal View in Srinagar, where sophistication meets the serene beauty of the valley. Just a scenic 20 km drive from Srinagar International Airport, this high spot of style offers delightful surprises along the way (details kept under wraps). As you wind through the roads to the main entrance, be…
Dr Tariq Rasool ( well known scientist ) wrote on his facebook wall that ”Our daughters are special & awesome in many ways. We invest the same amount of energy/resources in our children but generally daughters are more responsive, motivated & always trying their best with sincerity & seriousness. Today, more than 70% of our…