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 “deeply disturbing and unacceptable.”
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.
“Why 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,” Sheikh Khursheed said.
He alleged that the administration shows excessive harshness at home while remaining mute on attacks against Kashmiris elsewhere.
“You 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,” 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,” Sheikh Khursheed said.
He further demanded accountability and concrete action to prevent recurrence of such incidents.
Suhail Khan Baramulla, Jan 6: A young aerospace engineer from Sopore in north Kashmir’s 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). “About a year ago, I conducted research on the gravity of black holes and cosmology, which has now been published in IJSR,” 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.“If we observe a black hole, it seems to contradict thermodynamic principles,” he said. Using the frameworks of Anti-de Sitter space (AdS) and Conformal Field Theory (CFT), Raqeeb’s research proposes a theoretical model that reconciles black hole mechanics with thermodynamics. “In this paper, I have explained how a black hole can function without violating thermodynamic laws,” he said. He described the achievement as both personal and symbolic. “It is a proud moment for me to represent my state, especially Sopore, on an international platform,” 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,” 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. “My parents not only supported me morally but also created an environment where I could pursue my dreams freely,” he said. He emphasized the role of family in nurturing talent. “Just as my parents supported me, it is the responsibility of all parents to help their children follow their dreams.” “Young people should avoid wrong practices. They must dream of a beautiful tomorrow but work hard today to make their parents proud,” he further added.
Srinagar, Jan 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) will declare the result of class 10th and 12th examination on January 14 of, 2026 (Wednesday), minister for education Sakina Itoo said on Monday. Minister for education Sakina Itoo said the government has decided to declare the result of both the classes-10th and 12th on the same day. "We understand that students have been waiting for the results. So we decided that result of both the classes will be declared on Wednesday (January 16 of 2926)," Sakina Itoo said. She said the meeting of the Result Declaration Committee (RDC) will be convened by the Secretary JKBOE along with the members-Director School Education (DSE) Kashmir and Jammu division besides the joint secretaries as well. "We will give the administrative approval to the result instead of getting approved by the chairman," she said. The announcement comes amid the delay in appointment of chairman JKBOSE as the position is lying vacant for the last one year. "After declaration of the results, we will also appoint the permanent chairman for JKBOSE as well," education minister said. An official from JKBOSE said the class 1oth result will be declared on Wednesday morning followed by the declaration of result of class 12th students in late afternoon on the same day. As per the official figures, 94783 students- 68804 from Kashmir and 25,224 students from winter zone areas of Jammu division besides 660 students from Kargil and 95 from Leh district registered for the class 10th JKBOSE examination this year. Also, the examination for class 11th and 12th students was scheduled from November 19 and November 8 of 2025 respectively. Approximately, 81622 students – 64001 from Jammu and 17621 from winter zone areas of Jammu have registered for class 11th examination while 70117 students—56423 from Kashmir and 13694 from winter zone areas of Jammu have registered for class 12th examination.
'Results likely to get delayed in absence of Chairman' Jammu, Jan 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) on Wednesday said the result of the class 10th examinations will be declared soon after the appointment of the Chairman of the Board. The statement comes amid the uncertainty about the declaration of the results by JKBOSE. In an official handout issued here, JKBOSE has advised students not to pay heed to fake links and websites announcing declaration of class 10 results. "Result of class 10th will be declared within few days soon after the appointment of new Chairman," the statement reads. The JKBOSE has stated that the results of annual examination of class 10 of Kashmir valley and winter zone areas of Jammu Division are almost ready. "But its approval by Result Declaration Committee headed by BOSE Chairman is a pre- requisite before its declaration. In absence of the Chairman the results are likely to get a little delayed," it reads. The JKBOSE officials have advised the students to wait for the formal declaration on the official website of the Board- www.jkbose.nic.in. "Students should not get misled by scamesters and fake narratives circulated by some mischievous elements, whose sole aim is to create confusion in the innocent student community," the statement reads.
Srinagar, Jan 17: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Saturday strongly condemned PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti’s statement suggesting that if religious places are to be “profiled”, the process should start with temples and Hindu priests, instead of mosques and Imams. Inam Un Nabi said AIP was categorically against profiling of any religious place, irrespective of faith or community and such statements only deepen mistrust and polarisation in society. “Let it be Masjids and Imaams or temples and priests, profiling of religious institutions is unacceptable. AIP rejects it completely. Had the issue involved only temples or priests, AIP would have shown the same resentment and protest as we do for Masjids and Imaams,” he said. The AIP spokesperson said faith is a matter of personal conscience and religious belief and it should not be dragged into a culture of surveillance or administrative interference. “We do not want policing of faith. The role of the administration is to ensure peace and law and order, not to monitor religious identity or religious spaces,” Inam Un Nabi added. He appealed to all political parties to act responsibly and avoid statements that pit one community against another, stressing that Kashmir has a long history of communal harmony which must be protected. “AIP stands for dignity, equality and justice for all. We will oppose any attempt that targets places of worship, whichever religion it belongs to,” he said.
Jammu, Jan 18: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, Information Technology, ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma Sunday said that the remarkable achievements of Jammu and Kashmir’s youth are a powerful testament to what can be accomplished through fair opportunities, modern infrastructure and unwavering government support. Addressing the gathering during the SRIJAN initiative conference, the Minister stated that the success of young athletes clearly demonstrates that with the right ecosystem in place, the UT youth are capable of overcoming every challenge and competing confidently at national and international platforms. Highlighting the core focus areas of the SRIJAN programme, Satish Sharma said "the initiative is playing a transformative role in strengthening the sports landscape of the Union Territory by expanding grassroots sports infrastructure across Jammu, Kashmir and other regions. This is being done by ensuring transparent, merit-based selections free from any bias; integrating sports with education and skill development; promoting greater participation of girls and enhancing inclusivity and establishing sports as a dignified and sustainable career option with viable livelihood opportunities, he said0. He reaffirmed the government’s firm commitment and said that sustained efforts were underway to create international-standard sports facilities, including modern cricket stadiums in Jammu and Srinagar. He also highlighted the strengthening of Khelo India Centres, promotion of traditional sports such as Dangal and enhanced collaboration with the Union Ministry to transform Jammu & Kashmir into a national sports hub. “As Sports Minister, I assure our athletes that the government stands firmly with them. Our focus is not only on infrastructure creation but also on nurturing talent, discipline and confidence among the youth,” he said. The Minister lauded the determination, resilience and dedication of young sportspersons, describing them as the living legacy of the SRIJAN mission. He urged them to continue training with passion, remain disciplined and dream fearlessly, assuring them of full institutional support at every step of their journey. Satish Sharma expressed hope that the conference would serve as the foundation of a new era where every talented child, from the mountains of Kashmir to the plains of Jammu, is provided an equal opportunity to shine on the global stage. He concluded by reiterating the government’s resolve to make sports a powerful vehicle for youth empowerment, social inclusion and regional pride in Jammu and Kashmir. Director General, Youth Services and Sports, Anuradha Gupta and prominent persons from different fields and states along with senior officers of the Youth Services and Sports Department, were also present on the occasion.
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.
Kupwara, Jan 26: Keran witnessed a proud and inspiring celebration of the 77th Republic Day of India the Rooh-e-Hind Flag Site. The celebrations were organised under the aegis of the "Indian Army’s 6 Rashtriya Rifles." The event was marked by solemnity, patriotic fervour, and a deep sense of national pride, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution of India and honouring the supreme sacrifices made by the nation’s soldiers. Locals described the occasion as the first major public celebration in Keran expressing happiness and gratitude over the manner in which the Indian Army celebrated the national festival alongside the local population. The celebrations commenced with the ceremonial unfurling of the National Tricolour in the presence of Army officers, civil dignitaries, senior citizens, and local villagers. A specially constituted Guard of Honour from the Battalion conducted the ceremonial proceedings. The atmosphere was filled with emotion and pride as school children sang the National Anthem, symbolising hope, unity, and a brighter future. A vibrant cultural programme followed, featuring patriotic songs and traditional folk dances performed by local school children. Their enthusiastic performances beautifully showcased the region’s rich cultural heritage. On this occasion, a pledge for a Drug-Free Keran was administered, reaffirming the collective commitment to building a healthy, disciplined, and progressive society. An interactive session over tea and refreshments provided an opportunity for meaningful dialogue on ongoing Operation Sadbhavana and Border Area Development Programme (BADP) initiatives, further strengthening cordial civil-military relations. The live telecast of the Republic Day Parade from New Delhi was also displayed on a large LED screen for the audience. Additionally, Khairiyat Patrols were carried out in nearby villages, wherein miniature National Flags and sweets were distributed among children, spreading joy and patriotic spirit. The event was attended by the Tehsildar Keran, SHO Keran, officials from various government departments, and senior citizens. The celebration witnessed enthusiastic participation from all sections of society and stood as a powerful symbol of unity, national integrity, and shared responsibility towards the nation.
Srinagar, Jan 25: Eminent Kashmiri scholar, poet, linguist and translator Prof Shafi Shauq on Sunday was named among the recipients of the Padma Shri Award 2026, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, for his outstanding contribution to education, language and literature. Expressing happiness over the recognition, Prof Shauq said it was a moment of great joy to see his name among those who have truly made a difference in society. “I have received many awards and honours in the past, but the Padma Shri is given to very few individuals who have excelled in different fields of life. Being counted among them is a matter of immense pride,” he said. He said that he was informed early in the morning over phone and that the officials were well aware of his literary work and books. “I never wrote for awards or recognition. I simply accepted whatever came my way,” he added. Prof Shauq has authored dozens of books in English and Kashmiri, including works on poetry, history, dictionaries and grammars. He has also received several international awards for his poetic contributions. “This honour holds a special place as his name now stands alongside legendary literary figures such as Akhtar Mohiuddin and Rehman Rahi, who were earlier conferred with the Padma Shri,” he said. With academic background in science and English, Prof Shauq devoted over five decades to Kashmiri language and literature. He served as a professor at the University of Kashmir for more than three decades, teaching Kashmiri literature and guiding students and research scholars. “If my work helps students and researchers, that itself is a great achievement for me,” he said. He highlighted the importance of documenting indigenous knowledge, noting that he frequently receives queries from across the country and abroad about Kashmiri names of plants, flowers and insects. “Languages are shaped by such knowledge. Poetry is important, but research and information-based writing are equally essential,” he added. He reaffirmed his love for poetry and said his recent focus has been on comprehensive scholarly works, including books on the history of the Kashmiri language. “People read these works, and that gives me happiness. I encourage poets to write what they know and contribute something meaningful for future generations,” he said. Prof Shauq urged the young writers them to move beyond poetry alone and engage with research-based writing. “Writers often complain that people don’t read them. My question is—are you writing something that people feel the need to read?” he said, encouraging authors to write on subjects like flora, fauna, environment and local knowledge. (KNO)
