17/02/2026
Awantipora, February 17 (KIP)- The Department of Zoology, IUST, convened its first Board of Studies meeting with the objective of reviewing and strengthening the academic curriculum in line with emerging educational reforms and national priorities.
The meeting was chaired by Dean, School of Sciences, Dr. Farooq Hussain Bhat. Head, Department of Zoology, Prof. Mohammad Farooq Mir, presented the agenda and deliberated upon key academic matters. Subject experts from various institutio...
17/02/2026
Srinagar, February 17 (KIP)- Police in Ganderbal has successfully secured the Conviction of an accused under Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) from the Hon’ble Judicial Magistrate 1st Class (JMIC), Kangan.
The accused Amir Ahmad Beigh son of Ghulam Rasool Beigh resident of Thune, Kangan, was found guilty of attempting to disturb public peace and tranquillity of the area while being in an intoxicated condition.
Taking a reformative approach, the Hon’ble Court sentenced the...
17/02/2026
Srinagar, February 17 (KIP)- In view of the upcoming Holy Month of Ramadhan, Police in Sopore, in coordination with the concerned departments and other stakeholders, conducted a comprehensive market inspection across key commercial areas of Police District Sopore.
The joint teams inspected shops dealing in essential commodities, food items, fruits, vegetables, bakery products, and other Ramadhan-related goods. During the checking, emphasis was laid on verification of rate lists, preventi...
16/02/2026
Srinagar, February 16 (KIP)-The Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Srinagar, organised an MSME Design Awareness Programme at the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology campus in Leh.
The programme was sponsored by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and witnessed participation from around 70 MSME entrepreneurs, startup founders, students, and stakeholders from the Leh region.
Officials said the sessions focused on th...
16/02/2026
Srinagar, February 16 (KIP)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 KV Sarnal-Akura line will be observed due to which power supply to Akura, Nanil, Aung, Adlash, Nambal, Chee, Prakashpora and adjoining areas will be affected from 09 AM to 03 PM on 17 February 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Potushai Nadihal line will be observed due to which power supply to the Nishat, Papchan, Ajas, SK Bala, Sadunara, Bazipora, Nadihal, Guroora, Argam and adjoining are...
16/02/2026
Srinagar, February 16 (KIP)-Director Tourism kashmir, Syed Qamar Sajjad today conducted a surprise visit to the Tourist Reception Centre, Nowgam Srinagar to oversee facilities for the general tourists including Yartis of upcoming Shri Amaranth ji Yatra 2026.
Joint Director Tourism kashmir, Waseem Raja and AD Tourism, Nisar Ahmed accompanied the Director during the on spot appraisal visit.
The Director took a detailed tour of the Tourism estate cum Facilitation Centre and reviewed the...
16/02/2026
Baramulla,February 16 (KIP)-In a step towards improving sports infrastructure in Baramulla, the District Administration Baramulla today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) at the office chamber of Deputy Commissioner Baramulla.
The MoU signing ceremony was held in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, SDM Uri, Prince Kumar; Chief Planning Officer, Nisar Ahmad, and Officers from NHPC including GGM (Hop) a...
15/02/2026
Bandipora, February 15 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, on Sunday extended warm greetings to the Kashmiri Pandit community on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri (Herath) and joined them in the festive celebrations.
On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with members of the community and enquired about their well-being and the arrangements made for the smooth observance of the festival.
Extending her heartfelt wishes, the DC expressed hope tha...
15/02/2026
Srinagar, February 15 (KIP)-Continuing its drive against drug trafficking, Police in Budgam have arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A police team from Police Station Budgam at a checkpoint established at Bathar crossing near the Railway Footbridge, intercepted a suspicious individual. He has been identified as Rayees Ahmad Mir of Mohanpora Ompora, Budgam. During search, 31.93 grams of charas-like substance, wrapped in corn husk, was recovered ...
13/02/2026
Bandipora,February 13 (KIP)- In a vibrant display of community participation and goodwill, the 27 Assam Rifles of Indian Army organized an engaging Snow Festival at Kiatson village, bringing together residents from surrounding villages including Ducky, Dangarnar, Chechinar, and Chuntawadi.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from villagers of all age groups and served as a meaningful platform for strengthening ties between security forces and the local population.
The pictur...
13/02/2026
Srinagar/Jammu, February 13 (KIP)- Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Conference Party District Vice-President Srinagar, Mohd. Yaseem Churisaaz, along with his supporters, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. He was welcomed into the party fold by J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul along with BJP District President Pulwama Er. Syed Showkat Gayoor Andrabi, and other leaders.
Welcoming the new entrants, Ashok Koul said that the BJP’s vision...
13/02/2026
Baramulla, February 13 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana here at the Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex.
At the outset, the DC conducted a comprehensive division-wise and bank-wise review of the scheme’s progress, examining targets achieved, number of applications received, approvals granted, and rooftop solar installations completed across all electric divisions of Baramulla ...
12/02/2026
Srinagar, February 12 (KIP)-Continuing its action against drug peddlers, Police in Bandipora attached property (i,e Three story House with Attic) of notorious drug peddler namely Mohd Shafi Sheikh son of Mohd Shahbaz Sheikh resident of Ward No 5 Sheikh Mohalla Bandipora under section 68-F of NDPS Act 1985.
The said peddler is found involved in cases vide FIR No. 110/2022 US 8/20,29 NDPS ACT and FIR No. 183/2022 US 8/20,29 NDPS ACT Of Police Station Bandipora.
The property was identifi...
12/02/2026
Kulhgam, February 12 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today chaired a meeting of officers from KPDCL and JKPTCL to review the power scenario across the district, with special focus on arrangements during the holy month of Ramadan.
During the meeting, the DC directed the concerned officers to ensure uninterrupted and smooth electricity supply, especially during Sehri and Iftari hours.
He stressed the need for close coordination between departments and real-time monitori...
12/02/2026
Kupwara, February 12 (KIP)-In the lead-up to the Lolab Winter Festival 2026, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse along with the Senior Superintendent of Police Kupwara, Syed Al-Tahir Gilani conducted an on-site inspection at Kariwan Eco Park, Devar Lolab, today to review arrangements for the forthcoming event scheduled on 15th February 2026.
Detailed discussions held regarding security, sanitation, parking arrangements, traffic regulation, cultural presentations, food vending...
11/02/2026
Srinagar, February 11 (KIP)-A Yuva Sammelan focusing on the Union Budget 2026 was organized by the Jammu & Kashmir BJP at Rajbhag Hotel Green Ambition, Srinagar.
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul was the chief speaker on the occasion. He was accompanied by BJYM President Arun Prabhat, District President Adv. Sheikh Salman, J&K BJP Spokespersons Sahil Bashir and Manzoor Bhat, along with other senior leaders.
The Sammelan witnessed enthusiastic participation from youth...
11/02/2026
Ganderbal, February 11 (KIP)-Departments of Physics and Information Technology, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) in collaboration with DesignTech Systems, New Delhi, successfully conducted a two-day online workshop on “Data Analytics & AI with MATLAB” on February 9–10, 2026.
Held under the banner of AI Summit 2026 India, the programme witnessed participation from students, research scholars, and faculty members across various departments of the University.
The workshop introduc...
11/02/2026
Srinagar, February 11 (KIP)-In furtherance of efforts to ensure strict compliance with regulations governing the sale of medicines, J&K Police, in coordination with the Drug Inspector and Health Department, conducted a joint inspection drive of medical shops at Pattan in the presence of a Magistrate.
During the inspection drive, chemist shops operating around Trauma Hospital, Pattan were checked. A total of 18 establishments were inspected. CCTV installations at these shops were examined a...
11/02/2026
Srinagar, February 11 (KIP)-Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, Shri V.K. Birdi, IPS, chaired a high-level joint security review meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir in view of forthcoming important events.
The meeting was attended by senior officers of J&K Police, Intelligence Agencies, Army, Railways and Central Armed Police Forces deployed in the Kashmir Zone.
IGP Kashmir reviewed the prevailing security situation and took stock of preparedness and coordination measures put ...
11/02/2026
Srinagar, February 11 (KIP)- World Unani Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and academic significance at Government Dental College, Srinagar, under the theme “Innovation and Evidence in Unani Practice.” The event commemorated the birth anniversary of the eminent Unani physician, educationist, and freedom fighter Hakim Ajmal Khan, whose vision continues to guide the advancement of the Unani system of medicine in India.
Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, Islamic Univ...
10/02/2026
Srinagar, February 10 (KIP)-In view of the forthcoming holy month of Ramadhan, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review arrangements aimed at facilitating smooth observance of the fasting month across the Kashmir Division.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners, Senior Superintendents of Police, Chief Engineers of KPDCL, PHE and R&B, along with officers from the Food Safety Department, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Ur...