17/07/2026
Srinagar, July 17 (KIP)-Continuing its crackdown against drug trafficking under the ongoing 100 Days Nasha Mukt Campaign, J&K Police in coordination with the Revenue Department, attached a two-storeyed residential house worth approximately ₹1.63 crore belonging to Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat son of Gh. Nabi Bhat resident of Tantarypora, under the relevant provisions of law pursuant to the orders of the competent authority.
The accused is involved in four NDPS cases, namely FIR No. 79/2010 of PS Sho...
16/07/2026
Srinagar, July 15 (KIP)- As part of the comprehensive security arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026), Police in Ganderbal conducted joint mock drills at Pandith Colony, Manigam and Thajwas, Sonamarg to enhance operational preparedness and ensure a swift, coordinated response to any contingency.
At Pandith Colony, Manigam, the mock drill was conducted by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Ganderbal in close coordination with the Indian Army and other Central Arm...
14/07/2026
Srinagar, July 14 (KIP)- The Chief Minister’s Office today expressed their heartfelt condolences to the Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, on the passing of his uncle, Dr Mustafa Kamal.
Dr Mustafa Kamal, a former Minister and senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, passed away after a brief illness at a private hospital here.
Dr Kamal was the son of the legendary leader and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, and the brother of former ...
13/07/2026
Jammu, July 13 (KIP)-Director Social Welfare, Jammu, Ranjeet Singh today chaired a review meeting with all District Social Welfare Officers (DSWOs) of Jammu Division to assess implementation and progress of welfare schemes being implemented by the Social Welfare Department.
The meeting focussed on a scheme-wise review of physical and financial progress, district-wise achievements, pendency of cases, implementation challenges and corrective measures required for effective and timely deliver...
13/07/2026
Ganderbal,July 13 (KIP)-The Private Schools' Association (PSA) successfully conducted its District Elections in Ganderbal through a transparent, constitutional and democratic process, marking another significant milestone in strengthening the Association's organisational structure across Jammu & Kashmir. The elections witnessed an overwhelming participation of private schools from across the district, reflecting the growing unity, confidence and democratic spirit within the private education ...
13/07/2026
Srinagar, July 13 (KIP)-Police in Awantipora has successfully solved a hit and run case by arresting the accused involved in causing injuries to a pedestrian and fleeing from the scene.
The case pertains to an incident at Kahleel Road, Tral, where an unknown motorcycle rider hit a pedestrian, Shabir Ahmad Bhat of Tral Bala, and escaped immediately after the accident. The injured was promptly shifted to Sub District Hospital Tral for medical treatment.
Following the incident, a case FIR ...
13/07/2026
Srinagar, July 13 (KIP)- Continuing its drive against illegal activities, police in Anantnag recovered illicit liquor during routine naka checking and registered a case under the Excise Act.
A police party from Police Post Sherbagh, while conducting routine checking at Lazibal, intercepted an i10 vehicle bearing registration number PB13AN9357. The vehicle was being driven by Dhanwant Singh, son of Sardar Ajeet Singh, resident of Amritsar, Punjab, presently residing at Jawahar Nagar, Srin...
13/07/2026
Jammu, July 13 (KIP)-BJP State Secretary, Jammu & Kashmir, Pawan Sharma today termed 13 July 1931 as one of the darkest and most unfortunate chapters in the history of Jammu & Kashmir, asserting that the political narrative built around those events ultimately became the breeding ground for separatism, appeasement, and anti-India forces in the region.
Sharma said that for decades, successive political parties deliberately distorted history and glorified a narrative that divided society o...
13/07/2026
Srinagar, July 12 (KIP)-Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) has invited filmmakers from across the globe to submit their entries for the First International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK)-2026, scheduled to be held from 7th to 10th September, 2026, at SKICC Srinagar marking a significant step towards establishing Jammu and Kashmir as a vibrant destination for cinema, culture and creative exchange.
The entries have commenced from 1st July and will close on...
12/07/2026
Jammu, July 12 (KIP)- A host of prominent scholars, writers, poets and community leaders on Sunday paid rich floral tributes to veteran scholar, playwright and academician Dr Amarnath Bhat Malmohi, describing him as “the gentle voice of Kashmiri literature and universal humanism” at a memorial programme organised by Vomedh at Writers Club, KL Sehgal Hall here.
The event, titled “Shradhanjali: A Tribute to Dr Amar Nath Bhat Malmohi”, saw an impressive gathering of his relatives, friends, co...
12/07/2026
Srinagar, July 12 (KIP)-Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has expressed deep concern over the widespread devastation caused by the recent flash floods in Thathri, Doda, which have left hundreds of families grappling with extensive damage to their homes, shops, vehicles and public infrastructure.
Describing the calamity as yet another painful reminder of the growing vulnerability of the Chenab region to recurring natural disasters, Ms. Mufti...
10/07/2026
Awantipora, July 10 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) was represented at the DD-Robocon 2026 National Finals, held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, by a six-member student team comprising two students each from the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Robotics and Automation, and Computer Science and Engineering. The team was accompanied by Dr. Mohd Junaid Mir, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, who served as the faculty ...
10/07/2026
Jammu, July 10 (KIP)-Senior leaders of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) today paid heartfelt tributes to late Rohit Kerni former District President Jammu Urban YNC, a youth JKNC leader on his 6th death anniversary in a programme held at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, delivered a touching address, reminiscing about Kerni’s unwavering commitment to the party and his dedication to the welfare of the people ...
10/07/2026
Chandigar, July 09 (KIP)-In a significant step towards resolving the long-pending issues faced by the mutton dealers, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, today held a series of meetings with the Punjab Government, resulting in immediate directions for addressing the concerns of the trading community.
The Minister held detailed discussions with the Punjab's Animal and Sheep Husbandry Mi...
10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 09 (KIP)-In a firm action to uphold discipline and accountability during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, SSP Anantnag Shri Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS has ordered the disengagement of one Special Police Officer (SPO), namely Shabir Ahmad Ganie son of Abdul Hamid Ganie resident of Primegam Hiller Shahabad, Dooru, for gross dereliction of duty.
The SPO had been duly detailed for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 deployment. However, despite being nominated and directed to rep...
08/07/2026
Jammu, July 08 (KIP)-A deputation consisting of dozens of refugee families from Deva Batala, presently settled at Kakku De Kothe in Arnia, called on J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to apprise him of the difficulties they are facing due to the construction of the border earthen embankment and the unresolved issue of ownership rights over their allotted lands.
The deputation included prominent members of the refugee community, ...
07/07/2026
Srinagar, July 06 (KIP)- In yet another instance of prompt and efficient public service during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Police in Anantnag successfully traced and returned a lost bag containing valuable belongings to its rightful owner.
The bag was recovered through the coordinated efforts of the Help Desk, CCTV Control Room, and X-Ray Point at Nunwan Base Camp. Following verification, it was handed over to Mrs. Sangam Maheshwari, wife of Mr. Pavan Kumar Maheshwari, a resident o...
07/07/2026
Awantipora, July 06 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, under the aegis of the Office of the Dean Outreach, conducted an admission outreach programme across various educational institutions in District Ganderbal as part of the University's Academic Outreach Programme.
The Ganderbal team, functioning as part of the Core Admission Outreach Team (COAT) for the Srinagar Zone under the chairpersonship of Dr. Monisa Qadiri, was led by Dr. Tariq Ahmad G...
06/07/2026
Srinagar, July 05 (KIP)- Srinagar Police continues to extend dedicated assistance and support to Pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, ensuring their safe, secure, and smooth passage through the district.
Comprehensive security, traffic, and facilitation arrangements have been put in place in close coordination with all stakeholder agencies. Police personnel deployed along the Yatra route are providing round-the-clock assistance by regulating traffic, facilitating medical a...
05/07/2026
Jammu, July 05 (KIP)-BJP Jammu & Kashmir State Secretary Pawan Sharma has strongly condemned the inclusion of a controversial book in government school libraries that allegedly glorifies terrorists and separatist leaders who worked against the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.
Expressing grave concern over the matter, Sharma said that Jammu & Kashmir has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years. The Union Territory is steadily progressing on the path of peace, stabil...
04/07/2026
Jammu, July 04 (KIP)- Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta today chaired a review meeting of the party's provincial body, comprising office-bearers, legislators, Zonal Office bearers, heads of various wings, District Presidents and District Office bearers including Block Presidents to review the arrangements for the observance of the death anniversary of Madar-e-Meharban Begum Akbar Jehan Abdullah on July 12th at Maharaja Hari Singh Park opposi...