16/01/2026
Srinagar, January 16 (KIP)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Khonmoh Zawoora line will be observed due to which power supply to Balhama, Wuyan, Munpora and parts of Khonmoh and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 25 January 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Tapline of Tral 1st line from Nowda will be observed due to which power supply to Tral, Payeen, Devar, Kahlil,Tral Bala, Bajwani and adjoining areas will be affected from 10...
16/01/2026
Srinagar, January 16 (KIP)-Police in Awantipora received a written complaint from one person namely Umar Gani Wani son of Ab Gani Wani, resident of Beighpora, stating that on 12-01-2025, unknown thieves barged into his Rice Mill and stole copper wire from the transformer.
Accordingly, a case FIR No. 18/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Awantipora, and investigation was taken up.
During the course of investigation, a police team headed by IC Police Po...
16/01/2026
Srinagar,January 16 (KIP)-Police in Kupwara cracked a burglary case reported at Police Post Bazaar, Kupwara and arrested 03 accused persons involved in the crime.
On 10th January, information regarding a theft/burglary at Hajaj Market was received, following which an FIR was promptly registered at the concerned police station. Multiple police teams were constituted under the leadership of DySP Headquarters Shri Mubashir Niaz.
During the course of investigation, CCTV footages from vari...
16/01/2026
Srinagar, January 15 (KIP)- Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that Shutdown of 480 MVA, 220/132/33 KV GSS Delina will be observed due to which power supply to Panzipora, Tarzoo, Hygam, Shair Colony, Arampora, Mahrajpora, Bugoo, Police Station, ADC Watlab, Hathlangoo, Warpora, Dooru, Shiva, Tujjar Sharief, Shrian, Nowpora, Mazbugh, Reban, Achabal, Doabgah, Ferozpora, Panzulla, Shutloo, Chakloo, Ladoora, Nadihal, Seer, PHE, Fruit Mandi, LIS, Dangiwachi, Hachipora, Hadipora, Wa...
15/01/2026
Srinagar, January 15 (KIP)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Thursday strongly criticised the reported move by authorities to profile mosques, madrassas and individuals associated with their management in Kashmir, terming it a grave infringement of constitutional rights, religious freedom and personal liberty.
Yaseen said that the sweeping enumeration drive, which seeks intrusive personal, financial and digital details o...
15/01/2026
Srinagar, January 15 (KIP)- Police in Awantipora organised a Cybercrime Awareness Programme at Khrew to educate the general public about cyber threats and safe online practices. The programme was organised under the supervision of SHO Police Station Khrew, along with IC DTT Awantipora.
During the programme, participants were sensitised about various forms of cyber fraud, online safety measures, and the responsible use of social media platforms. Officers advised participants to avoid shari...
15/01/2026
Srinagar, January 14 (KIP)-Defence Forces Veterans’ Day is observed every year on 14 Jan to commemorate superannuation of First Commander-in-Chief of Indian Armed Forces, Field Marshal KM Cariappa, OBE. This day, we celebrate the indomitable spirit and service of soldiers who have served the Nation with pride.
This year Defence Forces Veterans’ Day was organised under the aegis of Chinar Corps at Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre, Srinagar on 14 Jan 2026 wherein GOC, Chin...
13/01/2026
Srinagar, January 13 (KIP)- As part of its intensified campaign against narcotics trafficking and with an aim to dismantle the financial network of the drug trade, Police in Pulwama, through SIT NDPS Pulwama, has attached a residential property worth lakhs of rupees situated at Karimabad area of Pulwama district.
The attached property comprises a single-storied residential house constructed on land bearing Khasra No. 1735 Min (Abad-i-Deh), Khewat No. 485, Khata No. 992, located at Karimaba...
13/01/2026
Srinagar, January 13 (KIP)-Directorate of Extension, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) in collaboration with the HIL (India) Limited organized an awareness programme on the Safe and Judicious use of pesticides and promotion of IPM practices today, at the Shalimar Convention Centre, SKUAST-Kashmir.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from farmers, scientists, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders.
Nivedita Shukl...
13/01/2026
Srinagar, January 13 (KIP)-Islamia College of Science and Commerce, Srinagar, in collaboration with Rapture Biotech and sponsored by Jammu & Kashmir Science, Technology and Innovation Council (JKSTIC, successfully concluded Winter Internship Programme today.
The programme, Commenced on 29 December, 2025, emerged as a strong model of industry-academia collaboration, aimed at enhancing student employability and industry readiness. About two hundred students from the departments of Biochemis...
13/01/2026
Srinagar, January 13 (KIP)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that Shutdown of 33 kV Wanpoh SICOP line will be observed due to which power supply to Veer, Srigufwara, Zirpara, Shamsipora, Bijbehara SICOP areas and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 15, 19 & 21 January 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Lar Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Lar, Waliwar, Watlar, Repore and adjoining areas will be affected from from 10 AM to 03 PM on 15...
13/01/2026
Srinagar, January 13 (KIP)-In view of the forthcoming observance of Shab-e-Meraj (S.A.W.) and Friday following, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday convened a meeting of Deputy Commissioners and senior Divisional Officers to review and finalize arrangements for facilitating devotees at major shrines and mosques across the Valley.
During the meeting, the Div Com directed all concerned departments to ensure comprehensive and seamless arrangements, including uninterru...
13/01/2026
Srinagar, January 12 (KIP)-Saliq bin Farooq of Macan Kumbak Ellahi Bagh Stadium, Srinagar, delivered a stellar performance by clinching the gold medal in the 65–70 kg weight category at the 2nd Edition of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026, held in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu from January 5 to January 11, 2026.
On his path to the top podium, Saliq showcased exceptional skill, composure, and tactical brilliance throughout the competition. He secured ...
11/01/2026
Budgam/Srinagar,January 11 (KIP)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, accompanied by BJP General Secretary Anwar Khan, Secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, held two organizational meetings to review party functioning and strengthen grassroots outreach across the Kashmir region.
In the first meeting, Ashok Koul, along with Anwar Khan and Secretary (District) Mudasir Wani, met the District team of Budgam at the BJP Office Budgam in the presence of District President Budgam H...
10/01/2026
Srinagar, January 10 (KIP)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, accompanied by General Secretary Anwar Khan, today addressed separate meetings of ST Morcha and Minority Morcha office bearers and district presidents at the BJP Office, Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar. The meetings focused on reviewing organizational functioning, strengthening Morcha-level coordination, and preparing the party cadre for upcoming political and social challenges in the region.
J&K BJP Secretary Mudassir W...
10/01/2026
Srinagar, January 10 (KIP)- Police in Srinagar, in coordination with Tourist Police Station Srinagar, conducted a verification and inspection drive across the city to ensure compliance with statutory norms by homestays, hotels, and guest houses.
During the drive, several establishments were found operating without valid registration from the competent authorities. These included hotels Essar, ABC Residency, Gani, and Aksa, and homestays Al Habib, Golden Moon, and Divine Holiday.
Fines ...
10/01/2026
Srinagar, January 10 (KIP)- Police in Sopore have arrested the accused involved in a bakery shop theft case and recovered stolen cash from his possession.
Police Station Sopore received a written complaint from the owner of a bakery shop regarding the theft of cash along with bakery items from his shop, “Cake Villa,” located at Shah Faisal Market, Sopore. The theft had taken place during night hours after the window of the shop was broken. Accordingly, case FIR No. 05/2026 under relevant ...
10/01/2026
Srinagar, January 10 (KIP)- Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Nihalpora-Gulmarg line will be observed due to which power supply to Tangmarg, Gulmarg, Khyber, Base Station, Cable Car and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 11 & 14 January 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Ganapora Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Safalpora, Ganapora, Renin, Langae and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on ...
10/01/2026
Srinagar,January 09 (KIP)-The Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, Shri V.K. Birdi, IPS, held an interaction with 29 Probationary Deputy Superintendents of Police DySsP of the 2024 batch, undergoing practical training across districts of the Kashmir Zone. The programme was conducted at Police Control Room Kashmir and attended by senior officers, including the DIG Central Kashmir Range, SSP PCR Kashmir, SO to IGP Kashmir, and other senior officers.
At the outset, the IGP welcomed th...
10/01/2026
Srinagar, January 09 (KIP)-In continuation of its sustained drive against illegal mining, J&K Police have seized 02 L&T machines, 01 JCB and 02 tippers involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in the areas of Khrew and Awantipora.
In Khrew, a police party from Police Station Khrew, led by SHO PS Khrew, seized the said vehicles involved in illegal excavation activities. Similarly, in Awantipora, a police party from Police Station Awantipora, under the supervision of...
10/01/2026
Srinagar, January 09 (KIP)-With an aim to ensure financial security for unorganised workforce in District, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, Friday convened a meeting with officers from various departments to review the implementation and progress of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) scheme in the district.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz; Joint Commissioner SMC, Nuzhat Khurshid; Chief Planning Officer, F...
09/01/2026
Srinagar, January 09 (KIP)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held a series of review meetings of the Mahila Morcha, Kisan Morcha, and party’s All Cells at the Party office, Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar.
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization), J&K, Ashok Koul, accompanied by General Secretary Anwar Khan addressed the meetings.
J&K BJP Secretaries Mudassir Wani and Arif Raja, Media Incharge Kashmir Sajid Yousuf Shah, Social Media Incharge Kashmir Sajad Raina, and All Cells Co-...