23/12/2025
Srinagar, December 22 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar will host the first edition of the Women’s Science Conclave (WSC–2026) on March 8, 2026, coinciding with International Women’s Day, in a hybrid mode. The brochure for the event was formally launched by dignitaries here on Monday.
The conclave, titled SANGAM 2.0 (W), is being organised under the patronage of the NIT Srinagar Alumni Association in collaboration with various organisations, institutions, and entrep...
23/12/2025
Srinagar, December 22 (KIP)-J&K Police organised an awareness programme on New Criminal Laws at Dak Bungalow Sopore as part of ongoing efforts to familiarise stakeholders with recent legal reforms. The programme was chaired by SDPO Sopore Shri M. R. Shah, while Additional Public Prosecutor, Sessions Court Sopore, Shri Muzamil Rashid participated as the resource person.
During the programme, detailed deliberations were held on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sa...
23/12/2025
Srinagar, December 22 (KIP)-J&K Police organises Cyber Awareness Programmes at Police Station Rajpora and Lassipora area as part of its continued efforts to educate the public about emerging cyber threats and safe digital practices.
The programmes focused on sensitizing participants about various forms of cyber crimes, online fraud prevention, and the importance of cyber hygiene. During the sessions, the officer advised participants to adopt secure browsing habits, avoid sharing OTPs or ba...
21/12/2025
Srinagar, December 21 (KIP)-Reiterating the commitment of the BJP towards strengthening indigenous industries and empowering local communities, Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), J&K BJP, accompanied by Anwar Khan, General Secretary, and other senior party leaders, participated in the closing ceremony of the two-day Swadeshi Mela at Polo View, Srinagar.
The Swadeshi Mela, organized on December 20 and 21, witnessed enthusiastic participation from artisans, traders, and citizens, ...
21/12/2025
Srinagar, December 21 (KIP)- The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday has strongly condemned the harassment of a Kashmiri shawl seller in the Dera area of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, where he was allegedly forced to chant “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” threatened with eviction, and asked to leave the state if he continued his business. The Association termed the incident an act of coercion, humiliation, and a blatant violation of constitutional values. The shawl seller, w...
21/12/2025
Srinagar, December 20 (KIP)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today visited the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) office at Karanagar to review the progress of ongoing construction works of SMC and Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL) buildings being executed under SSCL projects.
During the visit, the Divisional Commissioner was briefed by CEO SSCL, Faz Lul Haseeb, on the status of the G+3 storey building being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹14.7 crore. He was informed...
20/12/2025
Srinagar, December 20 (KIP)- With sustained efforts under Project Sadhbhavana to empower the youth and promote socio-cultural harmony, the Chinar Corps of Indian Army organised Kashmiruk FUNKAR Season - III at N. M. Govt Boys Higher Secondary School, Kaloosa and Sher-e-Kashmir Stadium, Bandipora from 03 to 20 Dec 2025.
The event comprised of three categories – Sports Camps, Awareness Capsules and Competitions - designed to holistically engage the youth. The Sports Camps focused on skill ...
20/12/2025
Srinagar, December 20 (KIP)- In its sustained efforts to eliminate the menace of drugs from the society and dismantle the infrastructure supporting illegal narcotics trade, Police in Srinagar have attached a double-storey residential house on 8 marlas of land situated at Wantpora Eidgah, belonging to notorious drug peddler namely Basit Bilal Dar son of Bilal Ahmad Dar resident of Wantpora, Eidgah, Srinagar, valued at approximately ₹1 Crore.
The accused person is involved in case FIR No...
20/12/2025
Srinagar, December 20 (KIP)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has been conferred with the prestigious “Pride of Nation Award 2025 – Best Institution of Srinagar” in recognition of its outstanding contribution to nationalism, patriotism, and nation-building through activities beyond academics.
The award was presented by Veterans India in proud collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), National Board of Accreditation (NBA), Association of ...
20/12/2025
Awantipora,December 20 (KIP)-Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor IUST, accompanied by Prof. Abdul Wahid Makhdoomi, Registrar, IUST; Mr. Sameer Wazir, Finance Officer; Mr. Shahijahan Mohammad, University Engineer; and Dr. S. Iqbal Qureshi, Estates Officer, among others, conducted an extensive tour of the campus and inspected the functioning of various offices.
He was briefed on the progress of several ongoing projects, including the campus entrance, compound wall, Science Block, and...
19/12/2025
Srinagar, December 19 (KIP)- Continuing its special drive against absconders, police in Ganderbal achieved another success by arresting absconder who had been evading arrest for 06 years.
The arrested individual has been identified as Mohd Munshi Gojer son of Wali Mohd Gojer resident of Khanpora Nagrota, who was wanted in Case FIR No.50/2020 U/S 279, 427 IPC of Police Station Gund.
Acting on specific information, a police team from Police Station Gund after strenuous efforts apprehended...
19/12/2025
Awantipora,December 19 (KIP)- Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor IUST, accompanied by Prof. Abdul Wahid Makhdoomi, Registrar, IUST; Mr. Sameer Wazir, Finance Officer; Mr. Shahijahan Mohammad, University Engineer; and Dr. S. Iqbal Qureshi, Estates Officer, among others, conducted an extensive tour of the campus and inspected the functioning of various offices.
He was briefed on the progress of several ongoing projects, including the campus entrance, compound wall, Science Block, a...
19/12/2025
Srinagar, December 18 (KIP)-Police have seized eight vehicles and a JCB involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in Awantipora and Shopian.
Acting on specific information, a police team headed by SHO Police Station Awantipora, conducted an operation against illegal sand mining at Charligund, Awantipora. During the operation, 7 persons found involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals. They have been identified as Sameer Ahmad Sofi son of Gh. Mohd ...
19/12/2025
Srinagar, December 18 (KIP)- Ms Zainab, a 6th Semester BTech Civil Engineering student, and Er. Wasid, a PhD scholar from the Civil Engineering Department, brought laurels to their institution by winning gold medals at the Srinagar District Table Tennis Tournament, organized by the Table Tennis Association of Jammu and Kashmir.
Ms Zainab clinched the championship title in the Women’s/Girls category, exhibiting exceptional skill and composure throughout the competition.
Her achievement...
18/12/2025
Srinagar, December 18 (KIP)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization), Ashok Koul, along with BJP General Secretary Anwar Khan, chaired a review meeting regarding the preparations for the upcoming Swadeshi Mela to be organized at Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by J&K BJP Secretary Mudassir Wani, District President Srinagar Sheikh Salman, the BJP District Srinagar team, Morcha leaders, and senior party leaders.
Addressing the meeting, Ashok Koul emphasized that the S...
18/12/2025
Awantipora, December 18 (KIP)- The Department of Arabic, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, organised a one-day International Seminar to mark World Arabic Language Day, in line with the UNESCO theme “Innovative Pathways for Arabic Policies and Practices for a More Inclusive Linguistic Future.”
Prof. Abdul Haq Bilabid, University of Qatar, delivered the keynote address, while Prof. A. H. Moon, Dean Academic Affairs, was the Chief Guest at the inaugural sessio...
17/12/2025
Srinagar, December 17 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo today visited Gangbugh area of the City and conducted an on-site inspection of developmental projects to assess their progress and ensure timely completion aimed to improve civic amenities in the area.
Besides, Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar and Joint Commissioner SMC, Nuzhat Qureshi, Superintendent Engineers of UEED, R&B and SMC, Executive Engineers R&B & PCD-I, Tehsildar South among others accompanied t...
17/12/2025
Srinagar, December 17 (KIP)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) Department to review the notification status for delineation and demarcation of flood plain/flood basins identified post 2014 floods in Jhelum basin to regulate landuse and human activity for obviating flood threats and minimise flood damages.
The meeting was attended by the Assistant Commissioner Central, Chief Engineer I&FC, Deputy Director ...
17/12/2025
Srinagar, December 17 (KIP)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Transport, Information Technology, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, today conducted an extensive inspection of the Regional Transport Office (RTO), Srinagar to review its functioning and assess the quality of public service delivery.
During the visit, the Minister took stock of various services being provided to the general public including issuance of driving licences, vehicle registrati...
17/12/2025
Pulwama,December 17 (KIP)- Jammu & Kashmir BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, along with senior party leaders, addressed a large public convention at Patipora Lassipora in Pulwama district, where he elaborated on the BJP’s vision of sustained development, lasting peace, and inclusive growth in Jammu and Kashmir, with special emphasis on the Kashmir region.
Ashok Koul was accompanied by BJP State Secretary Mudasir Wani, District President Pulwama Er. Showkat Gayoor, BJP Kisa...
17/12/2025
Baramulla, December 16 (KIP)-The young karate champions of Amin Karate Academy today called on the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, to express their gratitude for the support and facilities provided by the district administration, which played a key role in their success at the 5th UT-level J&K Karate Championship.
The championship was held at the Indoor Stadium, Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu, on December 9 and 10, and witnessed participation from across the Union Territory. The team fr...
17/12/2025
Shopian, December 16 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today conducted a field visit to Mughal Road and Sedow area to review the proposed expansion of the Mughal Road and development of playfield.
During the inspection, the DC reviewed multiple alignment options being explored for widening and upgradation of the road from Shopian to Pulwama. Detailed discussions were held with engineers and revenue officers on land availability, road safety measures, minimising impact on ...
17/12/2025
Ganderbal, December 16 (KIP)- Central University of Kashmir (CUK) invites online applications from eligible candidates for admission to its wide range of Postgraduate (PG) programmes for the academic session 2026.
The admission test will be conducted through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-PG), administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
The University is offering a diverse selection of PG programmes, including: M.A. English, M.Sc. Botany, M.A. Urdu, M.Sc. Chemistry, M...
17/12/2025
Srinagar, December 16 (KIP)-Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) concluded its two-day 68th Meeting of the Research Council (RCM) for Rabi 2025-2026 on Tuesday at the Shalimar Campus.
Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai, who was the chief guest at the event, delivered a comprehensive address centred on the strategic imperatives for the region's agricultural sector. He emphasised on the urgent need for a strategic and actio...
16/12/2025
Srinagar, December 16 (KIP)- In a major boost to promotion of GI registered crafts, Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir, today flagged of a group of 06 artisans from Numaish Gah, here today, for participation in GI Mahotsav, scheduled to begin from December 18 till December 21, in Noida Haat, New Delhi.
The Mahotsav is designed to provide a robust national platform for GI artisans and sellers from across the country to exhibit their unique products, establish direct market linkag...
16/12/2025
Srinagar, December 15 (KIP)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today reviewed the operationlisation of 60 MLD STP for Srinagar city and the progress of tendering process for utilities shifting required to connect lane-level drainage with the sewerage system under the Greater Srinagar Sewerage Scheme (JnNURM).
The meeting was attended by the Chief Engineers of KPDCL, PWD; Superintending Engineers from PHE and UEED, Deputy Director Planning, and officers of NBCC.
During the...
16/12/2025
Srinagar, December 15 (KIP)- The Jammu and Kashmir Petroleum Dealers Association (JKPDA) today called on the Controller, Legal Metrology, Jammu and Kashmir, Shiv Kumar Gupta, to discuss key issues and operational challenges being faced by petroleum dealers across the Union Territory.
The delegation, led by JKPDA President, Rahul Gupta, highlighted the importance of close coordination between the Legal Metrology Department and petroleum dealers to ensure smooth operations and effective comp...
16/12/2025
Srinagar, December 15 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Sunday won the All-India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Cricket Tournament 2025, defeating NIT Hamirpur by 10 runs in the final played at the MANIT Sports Complex, Bhopal. With this victory, NIT Srinagar clinched the title for the third time.
The four-day tournament, held from December 11 to 14, was hosted by Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, and featured participation from 24 NITs...