Kashmir News

Police Conduct District-Wide Inspection of Chemists and Drug Stores

06/04/2026
Srinagar, April 06 (KIP)-As part of the ongoing UT-wide Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, Police conducted a comprehensive checking drive of chemist shops and druggist establishments across the district Kulgam and Sopore to ensure strict compliance with government regulations and to prevent misuse of pharmaceutical drugs. In Kulgam, during the checking drive, joint teams inspected stock registers sale and purchase records, valid licenses and other mandatory documents at various chemist shops a...

Kupwara Private Schools’ Association Reorganises Leadership Structure

06/04/2026
Kupwara, April 06 (KIP)-In a good step towards strengthening institutional coordination and enhancing the overall functioning of private educational institutions, the Kupwara Private Schools Association formally constituted its Interim District Body during a meeting held at Kupwara Model School, Gushie. The meeting, chaired by Mushtaq Shaheen Bhat, brought together key stakeholders to deliberate on organizational priorities, improve governance mechanisms and lay the foundation for a more incl...

PhD graduate from NIT Srinagar joins University of Edinburgh as Postdoctoral researcher

06/04/2026
Srinagar, April 06 (KIP)- In a proud moment for the research community, Dr. Zarak Bhat, a PhD graduate from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, has joined the University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, as a Postdoctoral Researcher. Dr. Zarak is the first PhD scholar from the Nanoelectronics Research and Development Group at NIT Srinagar, completed her doctoral studies under the supervision of Dr. Sheikh Aamir Ahsan in the Department of Electronics and Communication Enginee...

PSA Welcomes Private Universities Act as Historic Step

06/04/2026
Srinagar, April 05 (KIP)-The Private Schools’ Association (PSA) has warmly welcomed the passage of the Jammu & Kashmir Private Universities Act Bill, appreciating the efforts of the Omar Abdullah–led Government, Education Minister Ms.Sakeena Itoo, MLA Gulmarg Farooq Ahmad Shah and all other assembly members who supported the Bill. The Association termed the legislation a historic and progressive step towards transforming the higher education landscape of the region. Members observed that th...

IEI Jammu Kashmir hosts National Maritime Day Webinar

06/04/2026
Srinagar, April 05 (KIP)-The Institution of Engineers India, Jammu Kashmir State Centre (IEI-JKSC), on Sunday organised a webinar to mark National Maritime Day, focusing on the theme “Maritime India – Empowering Progress.”Kashmir politics coverage Experts and engineers participate in IEI-JKSC’s National Maritime Day webinar on “Maritime India – Empowering Progress,” deliberating on maritime growth and inland waterway potential in Jammu Kashmir The event brought together engineers, polic...

Sudhanshu Dhama assumes charge as SSP Ganderbal

06/04/2026
Srinagar, April 05 (KIP)- Sudhanshu Dhama-IPS formally assumed charge as Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal yesterday (Saturday) during a dignified ceremonial function held at District Police Headquarters Ganderbal. The customary handing over of charge took place between the outgoing SSP Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal (JKPS), and the incoming SSP Shri Sudhanshu Dhama (IPS). On his arrival, the new SSP was accorded a warm welcome by senior officers of District Police Ganderbal and was pres...

J&K police attach residential property acquired through proceeds of drug trade in Shopian

06/04/2026
Srinagar, April 05 (KIP)-As part of its ongoing drive against narcotics related activities, J&K Police in Shopian have attached a single-storey residential house valued at ₹16,20,444/- under Khasra No. 1070/360, belonging to Khurshid Ahmad Itoo a resident of Takiya Reban Zainapora. The property was identified as having been acquired through proceeds generated from the illegal sale of drugs and narcotics. Accordingly, the property was attached in connection with case FIR No. 117/2025 of P...

Omar Abdullah hails passage of Private Universities Bill

04/04/2026
Jammu, April 04 (KIP)-Congratulating Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo, and all stakeholders, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today described the passage of J&K Private Universities Bill as a milestone moment for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. “The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has passed the Private Universities Bill today, marking a significant step towards shaping a brighter future for our youth,” the Chief Minister said. The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly passed th...

DC Anantnag visits Aishmuqam Shrine; Takes stock of Annual Urs arrangements

04/04/2026
Anantnag,April 04 (KIP)- On the auspicious occasion of the annual Urs of the revered saint Sakhi Zainuddin Wali (RA), the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat, on Thursday visited the Aishmuqam shrine and took stock of the arrangements made for its smooth observance. The DC was accompanied by the ADC, ACR, ASP, and other senior officers from the administration and various concerned departments. On the occasion, the DC took a first-hand review of the facilities put ...

Stresses on close coordination among agencies for smooth departure of pilgrims

04/04/2026
Srinagar, April 04 (KIP)- In preparation for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg , today chaired a high-level meeting to review arrangements for the smooth departure of pilgrims. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners from across Jammu & Kashmir and Kargil, besides departments including Airport Authority, Emigration, Customs, Tourism, Public Works (R&B), PHE, KPDCL, Health, Transport, Traffic, Police, CISF, J&K Bank, and other concerned ag...

Police apprehend drug peddler in Sopore; Psychotropic substances recovered

04/04/2026
Srinagar, April 04 (KIP)- Continuing its sustained drive against the drug menace, Police in Sopore have apprehended a drug peddler during patrolling under the jurisdiction of Police Post Bus Stand and recovered psychotropic substances from his possession. During night patrolling near General Bus Stand, Sopore, a suspicious individual was apprehended. During search, SpasmoProxyvon Plus capsules and Alprazolam tablets were recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Ashiq Hussai...

Police organises awareness & interactive debate on New Criminal Laws in Pulwama

04/04/2026
Srinagar, April 04 (KIP)- Police in Pulwama organised an awareness programme on the New Criminal Laws (Nyaya Sanhita) at Government Girls Model Higher Secondary School, Pulwama. The programme witnessed active participation of more than 100 students along with members of the teaching faculty. During the session, police officials briefed the participants about the salient features of the newly introduced criminal laws, emphasising their role in ensuring justice, safety, and accountability in...

CEC Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Meets Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation

03/04/2026
Srinagar, April 03 (KIP)-Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, met with Fazlul Haseeb, IAS, Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation, during his visit to Srinagar. The meeting focused on key civic issues affecting students and residents of Kargil living in Srinagar. While meeting with Commissioner Fazlul Haseeb, Hon’ble CEC Dr. Akhoon raised the pressing issue of the drainage sy...

VC Leads Expert Interaction with Geomatics Students at IUST

03/04/2026
Awantipora, April 03 (KIP)-As part of its ongoing Expert Interaction Series, the Department of Geomatics, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised an interactive programme featuring Vice Chancellor Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo with students, research scholars, and faculty members. In his address, Prof. Romshoo highlighted the growing significance of geospatial technologies in governance, environmental management, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development. He ...

Private Schools’ Association Convenes Crucial Meeting

02/04/2026
Srinagar, April 02 (KIP)- An important meeting of the Private Schools’ Association was convened under the leadership of J&K State Senior Vice President Manzoor Ahmad Rather, with participation of a large number of members and representatives from various districts of Jammu & Kashmir, both physically and virtually. The meeting deliberated upon key organisational and school matters, recent developments and the future course of action regarding the conduct of elections within the Association. T...

SSP Ganderbal Interacts with Probationary PSIs Of Batch-2024 Undergoing Phase-II Practical Training

02/04/2026
Srinagar, April 02 (KIP)- In a significant step towards strengthening professional policing and capacity building, SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS today interacted with the Probationary Sub-Inspectors (PSIs) of Batch-2024 currently undergoing Job Practical Training (Phase-II) in District Ganderbal. The interactive session was held at the Conference Hall of District Police Office (DPO) Ganderbal, where SSP Ganderbal reviewed the progress, performance, and overall learning expe...

Hakeem Yaseen calls for action on reservation policy, jobs, and tourism

02/04/2026
Srinagar, April 02 (KIP)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Cabinet Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday said that key public issues in Jammu and Kashmir continue to remain unaddressed, alleging that attention is being diverted from pressing concerns. Addressing a convention at Khansahib in Budgam, Yaseen stressed that clarity on the reservation policy is urgently needed, as uncertainty is creating difficulties for youth applying for jobs and pursuing educatio...

Parliament Must Lead with Justice and Compassion: MP Er Rashid

02/04/2026
New Delhi, April 02 (KIP)-Member of Parliament from Baramulla Engineer Rashid delivered a detailed and hard-hitting speech in Parliament, raising serious concerns over overcrowded prisons, misuse of stringent laws and contradictions in the system while participating in the discussion on the Jan Vishwas Bill. Thanking the House, Baramulla MP Er Rashid said the objective of the bill to decriminalize minor offences and build public trust is welcome. “Perhaps nobody understands this better t...

Property Worth Lakhs Attached By Police In Pulwama

02/04/2026
Srinagar, April 02 (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 has attached a double-storied residential house valued at approximately ₹30,16,402/- (Rupees Thirty Lakhs Sixteen Thousand Four Hundred Two only) situated at Waghama Bijbehara. The attached property belongs to Athar Maqbool son of Mohd Maqbool Ganie resident of Waghama Bijbehara. The property has been found to b...

J&K ACB files charge-sheet against 05 accused

02/04/2026
Srinagar, April 02 (KIP)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau produced Charge sheet in case FIR No. 11/2020 for the commission of offences U/S 5(1)(d) r/w5(2) of J&K Prevention of Corruption Act. Svt. 2006, 120-B RPC at Police Station ACB Srinagar Kashmir before the Court of Additional Special Judge Anti-Corruption Srinagar against 05 accused persons of the Srinagar Municipal Committee (SMC) Namely 1. Choudary Mehraj-Din Bhuja S/O Ghulam Qadir R/O Maharaj Bazar A/P Bemina the then Ward O...

CUKashmir’s Earn While Learn scheme designed to empower students: Prof. A Ravinder Nath

01/04/2026
Ganderbal, April 01 (KIP)- Describing the Earn While Learn Scheme launched by the Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) as a learner-centric initiative designed to empower students by enabling them to contribute to the university activities while earning financial assistance, the varsity’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath Wednesday encouraged students to actively engage with the opportunities provided under the scheme and to contribute meaningfully towards the academic and administ...

JKCCC Delegation Meets Financial Commissioner, Addl. Chief Secretary; Key Issues Resolved

01/04/2026
Srinagar, April 01 (KIP)- A delegation of the Jammu & Kashmir Contractors Coordination Committee (JKCCC), led by its Chairman Ghulam Jeelani Purza, recently held a detailed and cordial meeting with the Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Shailendra Kumar, to discuss a range of pressing issues faced by the contractor fraternity across Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting, held in a constructive and positive atmosphere, focused on resolving long-pending concerns and ensuring the sm...

J&K Police accords warm send-off to 03 officers on their superannuation in Ganderbal

31/03/2026
Srinagar, March 31 (KIP)-J&K Police accorded a warm and respectful farewell to 03 police officers on the occasion of their superannuation in Ganderbal. Police accorded a warm send-off to 03 Police officers after organising an impressive function for Sub-Inspector, Head Constable and Follower on their retirement at Conference Hall, DPO Ganderbal. Upon attaining the age of superannuation, the Police officers were bid farewell today by SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS and other s...

Anti-Corruption Court Convicts accused and others for fraudulent appointment

31/03/2026
Srinagar, March 31 (KIP)-In a significant verdict reinforcing the commitment to combat corruption, the Hon’ble Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Pulwama, Dr. Noor Mohamad Mir, convicted 1. Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh S/O Assad Sheikh R/O Dadsar Tral, 2. Bashir Ahmad Shah S/O Wali Mohd Shah R/O Dadsar Tral, 3. Syed Showkeen Andrabi S/O Syed Sharief Andrabi R/O Chandgam Nownagri Pulwama, 4. Mohammad Ashraf Khan S/O Ab. Aziz Khan R/O Naina, Batpora and 5. Hamida Akhter D/o Ghulam Ahmad Salroo R...

NIT Srinagar secures patent for AI-IoT Based Smart Hamaam system

31/03/2026
Srinagar, March 31 (KIP)- In a major technological breakthrough, the National Institute of Technology Srinagar has secured a patent for an innovative system aimed at modernising the traditional Hamaam through artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT)-based automation. The patented invention, titled “An Automated Temperature Control System for Underfloor Heating,” has been developed by Dr. Saniya Zahoor, Dr. Shabir A. Sofi, and Syed Farmaan Ali from the Department of Informatio...

ICSS, IUST Organizes Religio-Historical Visit in Srinagar

31/03/2026
Awantipora,March 31 (KIP)- The International Centre for Spiritual Studies (ICSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an exposure visit aimed to enhance the students’ understanding of Kashmir’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. The students visited several important sites of religio-historical significance in Srinagar, including Aali Masjid, Eidgāh, the shrine of Sayyid Sharaf al-Dīn ʿAbd al-Raḥmān (Bulbul Shāh) RA, the tomb of Sulṭān Ṣadr al-Dīn (Rinchi...

DC Srinagar Inspects newly constructed hostel for wards of ex-servicemen/martyrs at Peerbagh

30/03/2026
Srinagar, March 30 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Monday conducted an inspection visit to the newly constructed hostel for wards of ex-servicemen and martyrs at Peerbagh, Srinagar During the visit, the DC was accompanied by several senior officials, including Director Sainik Welfare Pankaj Chib, Additional Deputy Commissioner Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Chief Planning Officer Fayaz Ahmad Dar, District Social Welfare Officer Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Executive Engineer R&B Khal...

Ashok Koul emphasizes discipline, service spirit at BJP training camp in Kupwara

30/03/2026
Kupwara, March 30 (KIP)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, addressed party workers during the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Training Camp held in Langate constituency of Handwara in District Kupwara. BJP National Executive member Ghulam Mohmmad Mir, J&K BJP Secretary Mudasir Wani, Media Incharge Kashmir Adv Sajid Yousuf Shah, District President Kupwara Mohmmad Rafiq Shah, Shabir Zarger, Javaid Qureshi, Mohd Shafi, Rasheed Zarger, Constituency President Langate were also presen...

IUST Hosts Alumni Entrepreneurs Conclave to Strengthen Alumni Engagement

30/03/2026
Awantipora, March 30 (KIP)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today organized its first-ever Alumni Entrepreneurs Meet under the University Alumni Connect initiative conducted under the aegis of Dean Outreach, marking a significant step towards strengthening structured engagement with its alumni community. The event witnessed the participation of more than 30 alumni entrepreneurs from diverse sectors, reflecting the growing spirit of innovation and enterprise a...

Waheed Para’s Sheikh-ul-Alam University Bill Rejected by J&K Government

30/03/2026
Srinagar, March 30 (KIP)-The proposed Sheikh-ul-Alam University Bill for Pulwama (Bill No. 9 of 2025)—tabled in the Assembly by Pulwama MLA Waheed Para to establish the region’s first private university—was rejected by the government. Led by Education Minister Sakina Itoo, the J&K government turned down the bill despite persistent appeals and mounting pressure from Waheed Para to have it taken up for consideration. In the decisive moment, NC MLAs voted against the proposal, sealing its fat...