Kishtwar, Jan 31: An encounter between security forces and terrorists is underway in the Dolgam area of Kishtwar district on Saturday morning. In a post on X, White Knight Corps of Indian army, said that contact with terrorists was re-established in the early hours of January 31 during the ongoing joint Operation TRASHI-I. The Army said troops of the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the CRPF, acting on coordinated intelligence inputs from multiple agencies, established a cordon in the area and launched the operation. âA cordon has been established and operations are in progress,â the Army said. (KNC)
Srinagar, Jan 30: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir inaugurated an Advanced Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme (ESDP) on âSpawn and Ready-to-Fruit Bags of Oyster Mushroomâ at its Shalimar campus. The week-long program, organised by SKUAST-Kâs Division of Plant Pathology and sponsored by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, is designed to transform aspiring scholars and farmers into successful entrepreneurs. The inaugural ceremony was presided over by Prof Haroon Naik, Director Research and Director Planning & Monitoring, Prof. Rehana Kant, Director Extension, and Prof. Ali Anwar, Head, Division of Plant Pathology. Chief Guest Prof. Haroon Naik underscored the pivotal role SKUAST-K plays in nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs through MSME-sponsored initiatives. He credited the universityâs rapid ascent as a premier agricultural institution to the visionary leadership of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nazir A. Ganie, whose focus on skill-based programs has opened new doors for the region's youth. Prof Rehana Kant termed the training a "gateway to success," urging participants to leverage these skills to create sustainable livelihoods and carve out a niche in the competitive market. Echoing this sentiment, Prof. Ali Anwar highlighted the necessity of adapting to global standards in research and innovation to remain relevant in a fast-evolving agribusiness landscape. Distinguished guests Prof MY Ghani and Prof Qazi Nissar elaborated on the specific economic potential of "Ready-to-Fruit" bags, identifying them as a highly accessible livelihood option for women and rural enterprises. The program coordinator, Dr Vaseem Yousuf, provided a technical roadmap of the course, including hands-on training for modern spawn production and climate control systems.
Srinagar, Jan 30: Ishrat Riyaz, PhD Scholar of SKUAST-Kâs Division of Genetics & Plant Breeding (GPB), Faculty of Agriculture Wadura has been awarded prestigious INSPIRE Fellowship by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Ishrat, who is working under the guidance of Prof Parvaze A Sofi, Head, Division of GPB SKUAST-K, has been awarded the competitive fellowship on the basis of her research proposal for her PhD where she will be evaluating the national core set and landrace diversity of beans of Kashmir Valley for morphological, nutritional and climate adaptive traits using an integrated phenotyping approach combined with multi-omics platforms. Ishrat has been earlier awarded University Gold Medal in UG and also overseas fellowship to Kansas State University under NAHEP. She has published in high impact journals including Scientific Reports, Plant Genetic Resources, Genetic Resources & Crop Evolution. Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai, congratulated the student, Dean FOA Prof Shakil A Mir and her mentor and hoped that her achievements will inspire the research scholars to excel in their academic and research pursuits.Â
Meer Javeed Handwara, Jan 30: Residents of Kohinoor Colony Handwara Friday complained that the authorities did not clear the snow from the link road of Rest House to Kohinoor Colony Handwara. Locals told this correspondent that they were facing hardships as the snow has accumulated on the link road of Rest House to Kohinoor Colony Handwara area of district Kupwara. "This has restrained our movement as the authorities did not clear the inner link road," the locals said Local residents appealed concerned authorities to look into the matter and clear snow from road so that the residents of Kohinoor Colony will overcome from the hardships.
Kishtwar, Jan 31: An encounter between security forces and terrorists is underway in the Dolgam area of Kishtwar district on Saturday morning. In a post on X, White Knight Corps of Indian army, said that contact with terrorists was re-established in the early hours of January 31 during the ongoing joint Operation TRASHI-I. The Army said troops of the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the CRPF, acting on coordinated intelligence inputs from multiple agencies, established a cordon in the area and launched the operation. âA cordon has been established and operations are in progress,â the Army said. (KNC)
Meer Javeed Handwara, Jan 30: Residents of Kohinoor Colony Handwara Friday complained that the authorities did not clear the snow from the link road of Rest House to Kohinoor Colony Handwara. Locals told this correspondent that they were facing hardships as the snow has accumulated on the link road of Rest House to Kohinoor Colony Handwara area of district Kupwara. "This has restrained our movement as the authorities did not clear the inner link road," the locals said Local residents appealed concerned authorities to look into the matter and clear snow from road so that the residents of Kohinoor Colony will overcome from the hardships.
Udhampur, Jan 10: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo Saturday conducted an extensive tour of far-flung areas of Tehsil Panchari of District Udhampur and felicitated the winners of 6th ISKOI India Karate Championshipâ2025 during an impressive medal ceremony held at Government Higher Secondary School, Panchari here. Mission Director POSHAN Sajad Ahmad Ganai, Director Social Welfare Jammu Ranjeet Singh, Director Health Services Jammu, Director Colleges, PO Poshan, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Joint Director School Education Udhampur -Reasi, DDC Member Panchari, other district officers, parents of medal winners and large number of locals were also present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, the Minister congratulated the girl achievers, their parents and the local populace on the remarkable accomplishment of young girls. She lauded their dedication, discipline and fighting spirit and expressed pride in the fact that many of these medal winners hailed from far-flung and remote areas, overcoming limited resources and challenging circumstances, to bring laurels to Jammu and Kashmir. Minister Sakeena said that the achievements of these young girl sportspersons reflect their hard work and their parents as well as the growing sports culture in the region. âYour success proves that talent knows no geographical barriers. With determination and proper guidance, our youth can excel on any national and international platform,â she stated. Highlighting the importance of sports, the Minister said that sporting activities provide a common platform for budding sportspersons to showcase their talent and prepare them to face challenges in life. She urged the participants to actively engage in sports for physical fitness, mental well-being and overall personality development. She assured continued government support for promoting sports activities, especially in rural and far-flung areas, to ensure equal opportunities for talented players. She also lauded the efforts of the International Shito-Ryu Karate Organisation of India for promoting sports culture among youth, especially in rural areas. During the ceremony, the Minister interacted with the players, coaches and parents, appreciating the role of coaches and families in nurturing young talent. She encouraged the medal winners to continue their training and aim for greater achievements at national and international competitions. During the ceremony, as many as 47 medal winners of the 6th ISKOI India Karate championshipâ2025 were felicitated by the Minister and presented trophies and prizes to them. On the sidelines of the event, Sakeena Itoo Later distributed school bags and umbrellas under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme. Later, the Minister also interacted with DDC Member Panchari, former PRI members and locals who projected several issues and demands pertaining to health, education, road and other sector before the Minister. While interacting with them, the Minister said that the Director Health Services Jammu has been given strict instructions to prepare a holistic plan for upgradation of medical care facilities at the PHC Panchari as well as addressing shortage of staff, owing to the remoteness of area from district head quarters. She further added that the maintenance of road and allied works will be taken up with concerned quarters for immediate redressal. She reaffirmed that the Government led by Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah is committed to strengthen road connectivity, health infrastructure and other essential facilities to ensure every basic service is available at the doorsteps of common people. She also said that the Tourism potential of the Panchari area will be tapped to its full extent by the Government, which will eventually lead to overall development of the area and add to its economic efficiency.
Baramulla, Jan 25: The Indian Army on Sunday organised Know Your Army event at District Police Line (DPL) Baramulla. From Artillery guns to Fly past by Drones in action and from new generation vehicles and latest equipment on display, the Dagger Division of Indian Army put on display its weapons to instill national pride among locals in Baramulla. The event was organised to commemorate 77th Republic Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour. The event was organised by Dagger Division of Chinar Corps to showcase the operational capabilities of the Indian army and to inspire local youth to pursue careers in the Armed Forces, reinforcing National pride and unity. GOC, Dagger Division was the Chief Guest at the occasion while other and senior army officers and officials from civil administration were also present at the occasion. The event was declared open by the by GoC Dagger Division for the public. "Weather did not dampen the spirit of the enthusiastic locals and children who thronged the event in large numbers to witnessed the display," an official handout reads. Major highlights of the celebrations were an impressive capability display of Swarm of Drones, martial arts by Army and children of Chinar Yuva. "Children witnessing the event were enthralled by the mesmerising show of the Canine companions of soldiers," the handout reads. The people present at the occasion were entertained by vibrant, energetic and melodious Kashmiri renditions of famous songs sung by the local band, Strings of Baramulla of Chinar YUVA Center.  A captivating display of state of the art weapons and military equipment found favour with the youth. The event witnessed by approximately 1500 spectators, including Army and government officials besids the students from schools and colleges. The event received widespread appreciations from students and the local community, who expressed admiration for the discipline, dedication and combat readiness of the Indian Army. "Event successfully strengthened public confidence in the armed forces and fostered a renewed sense of patriotism among the youth of Baramulla," the handout reads.
Bengaluru, Jan 9: BGS Bloomfield School celebrated its Annual Day 2026 with a grand cultural evening showcasing creativity, talent, and holistic learning. The event, held on the school campus, featured vibrant performances by students from Nursery to Grade 10, reflecting the institutionâs commitment to academic excellence, character-building, and co-curricular development. Member of Parliament from Bangalore Central Parliamentary Constituency, P C Mohan graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while renowned Kannada stand-up comedian Gangavathi Pranesh was the Guest of Honour. Their presence added inspiration and enthusiasm to the celebrations, encouraging students to pursue their aspirations with confidence and dedication. The programme began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a series of captivating cultural performances, including classical dance, theatre, musical ensembles, and thematic presentations centred on unity, gratitude, and nation-building. Each performance reflected months of preparation and the dedicated guidance of the schoolâs faculty. Addressing the gathering, Chairman Dr B Gurappa Naidu expressed pride in the studentsâ achievements. âAnnual Day is a reflection of our studentsâ creativity, discipline, and teamwork. At BGS Bloomfield, we strive to nurture every childâs potential by offering a balanced environment that promotes academic excellence alongside cultural enrichment,â he said. He added that the performances stood as a testament to the collective efforts of students, teachers, and parents. Chief Guest P C Mohan lauded the schoolâs holistic approach to education, saying it was inspiring to see young students display confidence, discipline, and creativity on stage. âInstitutions like BGS Bloomfield play a vital role in shaping responsible and empowered citizens of the future,â he said. He congratulating the management, faculty, and students for the impressive celebration. Guest of Honour Gangavathi Pranesh brought a touch of humour to the occasion while appreciating the studentsâ heartfelt performances and the schoolâs emphasis on value-based education. The event concluded with a vote of thanks, acknowledging the contributions of teachers, parents, and partners in making the celebration memorable. "The Annual Day reinforced BGS Bloomfieldâs vision of nurturing confident, compassionate, and future-ready learners," the handout reads.
Srinagar, Jan 15: After the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE) declared the result of the class 10th and 12th annual (regular) examinations, the whole focus shifted to the achievers, particularly the toppers. Amidst the appreciation and celebrations for the successful candidates, a stark reality has emerged in society that none of the stakeholders talk about those students who could not pass the examination. This emerging trend has become dangerous for the young students particularly the average performers or those who do not pass the exam in their first attempt. Amid this, a government school teacher has put forth a clear message for the parents of those children who could not qualify the JKBOSE exams. Aasima Jan, a government school teacher from Baramulla district said that expectations of the parents should not make the students victim of depression. She believes that the parents must stand by their children who could not qualify the JKBOSE exams or qualified it with average grades. After the announcement of the results, some students qualified the exams with good marks in class 10th and 12th exams while qualified with average grades while some could not qualify the exams. "Those parents whose children either took less marks or could not qualify for the exam, must be a little upset with their children. As a parent, it is natural to feel disappointed when your child does not come up to your expectations," Aasima Jan said. She however said that the high expectations of parents should not make the child a victim of depression. "Class 10th exam is just a first step in the educational journey of these children. This is not the end of life. Life will provide more opportunities, with more chances and more ways to excel," Aasima Jan said. She said the parents must support their child at this time deal with this setback. "If parents support their child at this time, their kids will bounce back more stronger in future. Parents must tell their children that failures are not opposite to success but are actually part of success," she said. She said there were many people who did not qualify normal exams but proved their worth in life after facing setbacks. "Parents must put in their efforts. Embrace their child, support them instead of letting them down," she said. As the JKBOSE declared the result of class 10th and 12th class examination, the stakeholders and society at large pour praise and attention on the top performers while there was a deafening silence surrounding those who do not pass the examination. The move raised a serious concern, particularly about the way children are being brought up. It raised big question that: âAre we preparing our students to be strong enough to cope with the failure?â
Meer Javeed Handwara, Jan 30: Residents of Kohinoor Colony Handwara Friday complained that the authorities did not clear the snow from the link road of Rest House to Kohinoor Colony Handwara. Locals told this correspondent that they were facing hardships as the snow has accumulated on the link road of Rest House to Kohinoor Colony Handwara area of district Kupwara. "This has restrained our movement as the authorities did not clear the inner link road," the locals said Local residents appealed concerned authorities to look into the matter and clear snow from road so that the residents of Kohinoor Colony will overcome from the hardships.
Srinagar, Jan 30: Senior Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) leader and MLA Langate, Sheikh Khursheed Ahmad, has condemned the brutal assault on an 18-year-old Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand, terming the incident âdeeply disturbing and unacceptable.â In a statement issued here, Sheikh Khursheed said such acts of violence against Kashmiri youth outside Jammu and Kashmir cannot be brushed aside as isolated incidents. He appreciated the concern expressed by the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, but raised serious questions over the continued silence of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. âWhy is the LG silent? He has never uttered a single word on any such attack. When any citizen of Jammu and Kashmir is beaten and humiliated outside the UT, the head of the administration cannot look away,â Sheikh Khursheed said. He alleged that the administration shows excessive harshness at home while remaining mute on attacks against Kashmiris elsewhere. âYou slap PSA on MLAs, bulldoze and blast houses, terminate employees, silence voices, and yet remain silent when our people are attacked outside. This selective approach is deeply troubling,â he said. He said the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was the custodian of the dignity and safety of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. "It was his clear duty to take up such grave incidents firmly with the Union Government and the concerned state governments," he said. He further said that silence only emboldens perpetrators. "The dignity and safety of Kashmiris must be defended wherever they are,â Sheikh Khursheed said. He further demanded accountability and concrete action to prevent recurrence of such incidents.
Baramulla, Jan 28: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla Minga Sherpa Wednesday chaired a review meeting to assess preparedness and ensure saturation of key performance indicators (KPIs) under the Aspirational District Programme (ADP) and Aspirational Block Programme (ABP). The meeting was convened at the main meeting hall of DC office Baramulla in view of the launch of Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0. During the meeting, the DC reviewed sector-wise performance on critical indicators related to health, nutrition, sanitation, education and livestock vaccination. Detailed deliberations were held on indicators including Village Health Sanitation and Nutrition Days, functionality of girlsâ toilets in schools, supplementary nutrition coverage under ICDS, operational efficiency of Anganwadi Centres, availability of drinking water and sanitation facilities, and vaccination of bovine animals. The DC issued clear directions to all the concerned departments to ensure saturation of 5 KPIs under ADP and 6 KPIs under ABP during the campaign period ending on April 14 of 2026. He stressed that the Abhiyan must translate into tangible improvements at the grassroots level. Minga Sherpa specifically directed departments to submit a detailed, time-bound action programme outlining activities to be undertaken during the three-month period aimed at achieving saturation of each indicator. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Chief Medical Officer, SDM Pattan besides sectoral officers from Health, Education, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Rural Development and other concerned departments
Baramulla, Jan 27: Baramulla Police Tuesday demonstrated swift response and humanitarian commitment by extending timely assistance to people in distress at multiple locations. The assistance was provided amid intense snowfall across various parts of District Baramulla. "Following receipt of an emergency call on cell number 9103170024 by the SHO Police Station Kreeri, the information was immediately relayed to Police Post Wagoora for urgent intervention," a Police handout reads. "Acting without delay, a police team rushed to Watergam, where a pregnant woman, Gulshan Begam, wife of Ashiq Ahmad Ganie, resident of Watergam, required immediate medical attention," it reads The handout reads that despite adverse weather and difficult road conditions, the police team successfully evacuated her and shifted her safely to SDH Kreeri for necessary treatment. In another incident, Police Post Wagoora received information via cell number 919797489628 regarding Abdul Rehman Shah, resident of Mongam, "who sustained serious injuries after coming under a snow-laden shed." "Police personnel promptly reached the spot, rescued the injured person, and shifted him to SDH Kreeri for medical care," it reads. In another life-saving operation, DySP Operations Kreeri received information regarding a two-year-old baby girl, daughter of Wahid Fayaz, son of Fayaz Ahmad Lone, resident of Khan Mohalla, Thindma, Kreeri, who had fallen unconscious at her residence. "Due to heavy snowfall and extremely slushy and slippery road conditions on a steep slope, neither the family nor an ambulance could access the location," it reads. Police personnel immediately rushed to the spot and evacuated the child to SDH Kreeri, where she is presently reported to be stable, it reads. "Baramulla Police remain steadfast in their commitment to public service and urge citizens to contact the nearest police unit for assistance during emergencies, especially in view of the prevailing harsh weather conditions," the official handout reads.
Suhail Khan Baramulla, Jan 6: A young aerospace engineer from Sopore in north Kashmirâs Baramulla district is proving that dedication and ambition can propel one to global heights. Munaf-ul-Raquib who holds a B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, has gained international recognition for his research on black holes and cosmology. Munaf-ul-Raquib revealed that his paper on the thermodynamics of black holes was recently published in the International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR). âAbout a year ago, I conducted research on the gravity of black holes and cosmology, which has now been published in IJSR,â he said. He said that since his research was published in the international journal, he has been receiving opportunities from various countries to participate in research dialogues. Raquib added that in the coming months he is scheduled to participate in international conferences in Paris on April 16 and later in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The Sopore aerospace engineer noted that he is also participating in various conferences across different countries. Speaking about his research, Munaf-ul-Raquib addressed a fundamental paradox in astrophysics: how black holes can appear to violate thermodynamic laws, particularly concerning entropy.âIf we observe a black hole, it seems to contradict thermodynamic principles,â he said. Using the frameworks of Anti-de Sitter space (AdS) and Conformal Field Theory (CFT), Raqeebâs research proposes a theoretical model that reconciles black hole mechanics with thermodynamics. âIn this paper, I have explained how a black hole can function without violating thermodynamic laws,â he said. He described the achievement as both personal and symbolic. âIt is a proud moment for me to represent my state, especially Sopore, on an international platform,â he said. Raqeeb shared that Astrophysics was his childhood dream, and his grandfather encouraged me immensely. "After my grandfather passed away during the Covid-19 pandemic, my parents continued to champion my aspirations. My parents left no stone unturned in helping me pursue my dreams,â he said. He said that his academic path included taking the JEE and later the AME CET entrance exams, through which he secured a seat in aerospace engineering at the Nasik Research Centre. âMy parents not only supported me morally but also created an environment where I could pursue my dreams freely,â he said. He emphasized the role of family in nurturing talent. âJust as my parents supported me, it is the responsibility of all parents to help their children follow their dreams.â âYoung people should avoid wrong practices. They must dream of a beautiful tomorrow but work hard today to make their parents proud,â he further added.
