Govt to extend financial assistance to eligible hailstorm affected farmers

25/09/2026
Srinagar, September 25 (KIP)-The government will extend financial assistance to all eligible farmers affected by the hailstorm that occurred during the intervening night of September 18 and 19, 2026 in various areas of Srigufwara and Bijbehara. This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary who was replying, on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, to a Calling Attention Motion moved by Legislator Dr. Bashir Ahmad ShahVeeri. The Dy CM stated that the government has ...

Div Com directs for resolution of issues for timely rollout of healthcare services at AIIMS Awantipora

25/09/2026
Srinagar, September 25 (KIP)-To ensure the timely rollout of healthcare services at AIIMS Awantipora from October 31, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Friday chaired a meeting to review the status of pending issues and expedite their resolution. The meeting took up several critical matters concerning the operational readiness of the institution, including electricity supply for the running of water supply system, commissioning of the dedicated power sub-station, land-related...

Police intensifies enforcement against traffic violations

25/09/2026
Srinagar, September 25 (KIP)-Police in Baramulla intensified its enforcement drive across the district to strengthen compliance with traffic laws, safeguard tourists and visitors, and curb illegal mining and unauthorised extraction of minor minerals. During naka checking in the jurisdiction of Police Station Kunzer, police seized 11 vehicles for various violations of the Motor Vehicles Act. Six vehicles including Tavera JK01BA-8406, Tavera JK01P-3134, Tavera PB01A-3112, Tavera JK01AB-142...

Legislators raise issues of Public Welfare

24/09/2026
Srinagar, September 24 (KIP)- MLA Nazir Ahmad Khan (Gurezi) asked for swift forest clearance of the road projects to ensure their timely completion. The Minister In-Charge PWD clarified that the matter would be taken on priority with the forest department and the connectivity Projects completed on time. MLA Nizam-ud-din Bhat raised the issue about the refusal of Environmental Clearance to the New Ganderbal Hyderal Power Project. MLA Shamim Firdous raised the issue of Water Scarcity in...

CM Omar Abdullah fulfils Budget commitment, six free LPG cylinders approved annually for AAY families

24/09/2026
Srinagar, September 24 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s commitment to provide six free LPG cooking gas cylinders annually to Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families across Jammu and Kashmir has been approved by the government, marking the fulfilment of a key assurance made in his second Budget earlier this year. Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Satish Sharma announced the approval today on the floor of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly during the ongoing Aut...

Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo condoles demise of former IAS officer S. S. Rizvi

24/09/2026
Srinagar, September 24 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, has expressed profound grief over the demise of S. S. Rizvi, a retired IAS officer of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir cadre, who served in several key administrative positions during his illustrious career. Recalling his service as Deputy Commissioner, Leh, Additional Chief Secretary and Joint Secretary to the Government of India, the Chief Secretary said that Rizvi's long administrative career reflected his dedication to public se...

Revised car policy under consideration: Satish Sharma

24/09/2026
Srinagar, September 24 (KIP)-Minister for Transport, Satish Sharma today informed the J&K Legislative Assembly that the Revised Car Policy is presently under consideration of the Government, wherein it has been proposed to introduce the principle of “One Vehicle-One Officer". The Minister was replying to a question raised by Ranbir Singh Pathania. “The proposed policy shall also provide for such specific exceptions as may be considered necessary by the Government, keeping in view secu...

CM Omar Abdullah condoles loss of lives in Greater Noida bus fire

24/09/2026
Srinagar, September 24 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today expressed grief over the loss of lives in a tragic bus fire accident in Greater Noida. The Chief Minister conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in the accident and prayed for strength to them in this hour of grief. He also wished those injured in the incident a swift and complete recovery. Nine passengers were killed after a bus travelling from Delhi to Mahoba in Bihar caught...

Speaker inaugurates macadamisation work on Nowgam–Kanidajan Charar-i-sharief Road, PHC at Watkaloo

23/09/2026
Badgam,September 23 (KIP)-Speaker, Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather today inaugurated the macadamisation work of the Nowgam to Kanidajan Charar-i-sharief road, marking an important step towards strengthening road connectivity and improving transportation facilities for the people of the area. The 9 kilometre long road is being macadamised at an estimated cost of Rs 1.72 crore. The project is expected to significantly improve the condition of the road, facilitate smoot...

Rana reviews physical, financial progress of Jal Shakti, I&FC works in Kashmir

23/09/2026
Srinagar, September 23 (KIP)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a review meeting to assess the physical and financial progress of various schemes and developmental works being executed by the Jal Shakti Department and Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC) Departments in Kashmir Division. The meeting was attended by Chief Engineers of the Jal Shakti and Irrigation & Flood Control Departments, besides all Superintending Engi...

BJP J&K Pays Tributes to Maharaja Hari Singh Ji on His Birth Anniversary in Srinagar

23/09/2026
Srinagar, September 23 (KIP)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu and Kashmir paid warm tributes to Maharaja Hari Singh Ji on his birth anniversary in Srinagar. J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, along with J&K Waqf Board Chairperson Dr Darakhshan Andrabi, MLAs, Vice President Dr Shehnaz Ganie, and senior party leaders, paid floral tributes to Maharaja Hari Singh Ji on his Jayanti at the party headquarters in Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar. Addressing the gathering, Ashok Ko...

NIT Srinagar hosts lecture on Interface Engineering of 2D Hybrid Materials

23/09/2026
Srinagar, September 23 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a special lecture on “Interface Engineering of 2D Hybrid Materials: From Energy Technologies to Sustainable Geopolymer Nanocomposites”, bringing together researchers, faculty members and students to explore emerging developments in advanced functional materials and sustainable technologies. The lecture was jointly organised by the Departments of Physics, Chemistry and Civil Engineering. Dr. Vija...

IGP Kashmir Reviews Security, Law & Order and Crime Scenario in District Bandipora

23/09/2026
Srinagar, September 23 (KIP)- Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, Shri Sujit Kumar-IPS, today visited District Bandipora and reviewed the security situation, counter-terrorism grid, law & order preparedness, crime scenario and operational readiness of the district. IGP Kashmir was accompanied by DIG North Kashmir Range, Dr. Vinod Kumar-IPS. The review meeting was held at Conference Hall, DPL Bandipora, wherein SSP Bandipora, Shri Ajaz Ahmed Zargar-JKPS, briefed the IGP Kashmir on th...

J&K Police attaches residential property under UAPA in Baramulla

23/09/2026
Srinagar, September 23 (KIP)-Continuing its action against terror networks and their support infrastructure, Baramulla Police attached a residential property under Section 25 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, in connection with FIR No. 37/2026 of Police Station Sheeri. The case stands registered under Sections 7/25 of the Arms Act and Sections 13, 18, 19, 20, 23, 38 & 39 of the UAPA. The attached property comprises a double-storeyed residential house situated on land beari...

IUST installs Rotary Peace Pole to propagate message of harmony

22/09/2026
Awantipora, September 22 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) installed a Rotary Peace Pole on its campus on Monday, reaffirming its commitment to promoting peace, harmony, mutual understanding and a culture of dialogue among the university community. The Peace Pole was unveiled by Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, in the presence of Prof. Shamim Ahmad Shah, Registrar; Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, Dean Academic Affairs; Prof. Parvez Ahmad Mir, Dean, Sch...

CUKashmir, Schumacher Society starts training prog on women’s leadership

22/09/2026
Ganderbal, September 22 (KIP)- Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), in collaboration with the Schumacher Society, New Delhi, began a three-day training programme on “Women’s Leadership: Build Leadership – Acquire Skills, Overcome Challenges” at Tulmulla Campus here on Tuesday. The programme, according to the organizers, aims to strengthen the leadership skills of women and help them develop the confidence and capacity to take up greater responsibilities in their organizations and com...

NIT Srinagar Inaugurates Advanced Observatory for Astronomy and Astrophysics'

22/09/2026
Srinagar, September 22 (KIP)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Tuesday inaugurated its Observatory for Astronomy and Astrophysics (NSOAA), opening a new facility for observational astronomy, astrophysics research, student training and public outreach on the campus. The observatory was inaugurated by Director NIT Srinagar Prof. Anurag Misra, Registrar, University of Kashmir Prof. Nasir Iqbal. The event was also attended by Dean R&C Prof. Roohi Naaz, Prof. GA H...

Review of Security grid of Srinagar City and decongestion of traffic choking points

22/09/2026
Srinagar, September 22 (KIP)-IGP Kashmir Shri Sujit Kumar, IPS, chaired a security review-cum-traffic management meeting with all stakeholders at PCR Kashmir. The meeting was attended by the DIG Traffic Jammu; DIG CKR Srinagar; DIG Traffic Kashmir; DIsG CRPF North/South Srinagar; DIG CRPF Ops Srinagar; SSP PCR Kashmir; SSP Traffic City Srinagar; SSP Srinagar; SO to IGP Kashmir; SSP CID SB (K); SSP CID CI (K); SP Cargo Srinagar; all zonal SsP of Srinagar City; and other officers. At the out...

Govt considering Rs 323.41 cr road projects to decongest Sopore town: Dy CM

22/09/2026
Srinagar, September 21 (KIP)-The government has formulated four major road infrastructure projects involving an estimated cost of ₹323.41 crore for easing traffic congestion in Sopore town and improving connectivity along the key routes, including those serving the Sopore Fruit Mandi. This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, while replying to a question raised by MLA Sopore Irshad Rasool Kar during Question Hour in the Legislative Assembly today seeking details o...

Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat programme held at GDC Ganderbal

22/09/2026
Srinagar, September 21 (KIP)-A Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat Programme under the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan was organised recently by the NSS Units of Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal to sensitise students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and to promote a healthy, responsible and drug-free youth community. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Jamsheeda Akhter, NSS Programme Officer. As part of the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh, two major activities—Youth Pledge an...

J&K Govt dismisses Teacher under article 311 for POCSO, BNS case

22/09/2026
Srinagar, September 21 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir government has dismissed a government school teacher from service with immediate effect and disqualified him from future government employment under Article 311(2)(b) of the Constitution of India. As per government order number 388-JK (Edu) of 2026 dated 21.09.2026 issued by the School Education Department, the action has been taken against Khalid Hussain, Teacher Grade-II, Government Middle School Bumalpora, Gurinalla, Zone Inderwal, Distri...

CS reviews functioning of Rehabilitation Council in its Executive Council Meeting

22/09/2026
Srinagar, September 21 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired the 12th Executive Council Meeting of the J&K Rehabilitation Council for Orphans, Women and Disabled Persons to review its functioning, achievements and action plan for 2026-27. The Meeting besides the Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department was attended by Secretary in Social Welfare Department; DG, Budget; and Executive Director, Rehabilitation Council here. The meeting reviewed major welfare interventio...

Annual Day cum Grand Parent Teacher Meet held at BHSS Achabal

20/09/2026
Achabal, September 20 (KIP- Boys Higher Secondary School (BHSS) Achabal organised its Annual Day cum Grand Parent Teacher Meet with great enthusiasm and active participation of students, parents, teachers and members of the civil society. The programme was graced by the MLA Abdul Majeed Larmi as the Chief Guest. DEPO Anantnag, Assadullah Mir, attended the function as the Guest of Honour, while ZEO Achabal, Liyaqat Ahmad Chachi, and BMO Achabal, Dr. Akhter Hussain, were present as Special Gue...

Mera Yuva Bharat leh Ladakh

20/09/2026
Leh, September 20 (KIP)-As part of the “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” – 100 Week Sankalp Abhiyan, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), Leh, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, organised an awareness programme at Government ITI Leh on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with active participation of youth and students. The programme commenced with Vande Mataram, followed by the National Anthem. The participants thereafter took the Nasha Mukt Yuva pledge, reaffirming their commitm...

J&K Police seizes 9 vehicles in Shopian, Sopore

20/09/2026
Srinagar, September 20 (KIP)-Continuing it sustained drive against illegal mining and transportation of minerals, Police have seized nine vehicles including two dumpers and seven tractors involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in Shopian and Sopore. The vehicles were found involved in the extraction and transportation of mining material, without valid authorization and in violation of the prescribed norms. Meanwhile in Sopore, Sopore Police seized two vehicles i...

Sat Sharma Reviews Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, Calls for Stronger BJP Grassroots

20/09/2026
Srinagar, September 20 (KIP)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) on Sunday chaired an organisational review meeting in Srinagar, taking stock of the party’s functioning, ongoing programmes and organisational activities across Kashmir. The meeting, held at Church Lane, was attended by BJP Vice President Dr. Shehnaz Ganie, General Secretaries Mohammad Anwar Khan and Gopal Mahajan, besides State Office Bearers, Spokespersons, District Presidents, Morcha Presidents and General...

Kho-Kho fever grips Sopore as 10 Districts Vie for Provincial Honours

20/09/2026
Baramulla, September 20 (KIP)- The Department of Youth Services & Sports today commenced the three-week Inter-District Provincial-Level Kho-Kho Competition for All Age Groups (Boys & Girls) at HSS Doabgah, sopore, with participation of more than 700 young athletes from 10 districts of Kashmir Province. The championship is being held under the overall supervision of Director General, Youth Services & Sports, J&K, Anuradha Gupta, and organised by the Joint Director, Youth Services & Sports, Ka...

Sunil Sharma holds extensive public outreach in Srinagar

19/09/2026
Srinagar, September 19 (KIP)-As part of the BJP’s ongoing mass public outreach programme across Jammu and Kashmir, Leader of Opposition in the J&K Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma held detailed interactions with several delegations representing trade unions, businesses, traders, transporters, civil society, intellectuals, professionals, medical associations, students and other sections of society in Srinagar. J&K BJP Secretary Arif Raja, Co-Convenor All Cells Bilal Parray, Senior Leader ...

Sakeena Itoo inaugurates girls sports competition at Kulgam

19/09/2026
Kulgam,September 19 (KIP)-Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today visited Kulgam district and participated in a series of programmes besides inaugural and foundation laying events aimed at strengthening the sports, healthcare and road connectivity infrastructure. Earlier in the day, the Minister inaugurated U/19 girls Base Ball inter-district tournament at L/NK Shri Nazir Ahmad Wani, Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Kulgam. The tourna...

SKUAST-K KVK Srinagar launches ‘Ashirwad Ka Diya’ Initiative

19/09/2026
Srinagar, September 19 (KIP)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Srinagar of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) launched the ‘Ashirwad Ka Diya’ initiative and kick-started a five-day training programme on natural farming for field functionaries under the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF). The initiative was launched at KVK Srinagar, led by Prof Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, in the presence of G.N. Var, Chief Patro...