18/07/2025
Srinagar, July 18 (KIP)-According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, in order to carry out Branch cutting and preventive maintenance works, shutdown of 33KV Kanipora-Keller line shall be observed due to which 33/11KV Receiving Stations at Shadimarg, Keller and Kanipora shall remain off while power supply to Drabgam, Qasbayar, Kalampora, Dompora, Keller, Moshward, Nadpora and Kaniporaand adjoining areas will be affected from 07:00 AM to 01:00 PM on 20 July, 2025.
In this connection...
18/07/2025
Awantipora, July 18 (KIP)-Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), IUST, organized a focused Workshop-cum-Interaction Session as part of the University’s ongoing efforts to enhance preparedness for the upcoming NAAC reassessment under the proposed Binary Accreditation Framework (BAF). The workshop focused on key metrics related to Research, Innovation and Extension, as well as Infrastructure and Learning Resources.
Dr. Peer Bilal Ahmad, Director DIQA, inaugurated the session by ...
18/07/2025
Srinagar, July 18 (KIP)-As part of its continuous efforts to combat the menace of drug abuse and to curb the cultivation and spread of wild cannabis (Bhung), Police launches massive destruction drive in Anantnag and Ganderbal districts.
In Anantnag, Police launched destruction drive along the riverbanks at Sangam, Marhama, and Waghama. The operation was jointly conducted by the Excise Department in close coordination with the local police and with active support from the CRPF (90 Bn). Th...
18/07/2025
Srinagar, July 18 (KIP)- In a significant development in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Kashmir has successfully recovered a substantial quantity of illicit contraband, furthering its commitment to eradicating the drug menace from the UT.
Acting on specific intelligence inputs, a dedicated team of ANTF conducted a meticulously planned operation at Mulashulla, District Budgam, leading to the recovery of huge quantity of poppy straw (local...
18/07/2025
Srinagar, July 18 (KIP)- In a significant breakthrough, Police in Pulwama have successfully apprehended two notorious vehicle lifters and recovered stolen bike from his possession.
Acting on credible input, a dedicated team from Police Station Pulwama launched a targeted operation following the investigation of case FIR No. 171/2025 U/S 303(2) BNS, resulting in the recovery of a stolen motorcycle bearing registration number JK13F/0492. During the operation, the accused individuals have bee...
18/07/2025
Srinagar, July 18 (KIP)- In a significant development for the promotion of water-based adventure and competitive sports in the Union Territory, a high-level delegation comprising national medal-winning athletes, office bearers of water sports associations, and key stakeholders today met the Hon’ble Sports Minister of Jammu and Kashmir “Shri Satish Sharma Ji”. The meeting marked a pivotal moment for the future of rowing, sculling, kayaking, canoeing, and other water sports disciplines in the r...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 17 (KIP)- The Chairman of the Mechanical Irrigation & Flood Control Employees Federation (MI&FCEF), Farooq Ahmad Khan, has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of Zoona Rehman, mother of Shabir Ahmad Kuloo, a sincere and devoted employee of the Irrigation & Flood Control Department, who passed away on 14th July 2025 at her residence in Wanabal, Rawalpora, Srinagar.
On the directions of EJAC Vice President Farooq Khan, a delegation of the Federa...
17/07/2025
Awantipora, July 17 (KIP)-The Women’s Entrepreneurship Development Cell (WEDC), CIED-IUST Foundation, organized an interactive session on “Understanding Copyright: Creative Ownership and Legal Awareness” at Campus-III, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST). Part of CIED-IUST’s ongoing initiatives to build legal and entrepreneurial literacy, the session aimed to equip emerging women entrepreneurs with essential knowledge on intellectual property rights (IPR) and the protection ...
17/07/2025
Anantnag,July 17 (KIP)-In a significant move to uphold food safety standards and safeguard the health of consumers, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Anantnag, Sandeep Singh Bali, who is also the Adjudicating Officer, Food Safety Anantnag, has imposed cumulative penalties amounting to Rs.7 lakhs on various Food Business Operators (FBOs) found guilty of violating multiple provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
These cases were filed by Food Safety Officers of the district aga...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 17 (KIP)-The Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), J&K, orchestrated a series of vibrant sporting events across the Union Territory (UT)on Thursday, fostering athletic excellence and camaraderie among young participants. From inter-district championships to zonal-level tournaments, the day witnessed spirited competitions, highlighting the department’s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting a culture of fitness and discipline.
The Inter-District Provincial Level ...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 16 (KIP)- Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department, Sarmad Hafeez, today chaired a review meeting at Women Development Corporation, Bemina here.
The meeting took stock of overall functioning, financial performance and key initiatives under Centrally Sponsored and UT funded schemes.
The Commissioner Secretary emphasized that the Social Welfare Department operates as a dynamic, continuous service delivery system rather than a one-time initiative. He instructed th...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 16 (KIP)- The 5th International Conference on Contemporary Business Trends, themed “Sustainable Business Practices & Social Responsibility” began on Wednesday at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar.
The three-day event, running from July 16 to 18, 2025, is organized by the Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Management (HSS&M) and has brought together distinguished academics, researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers to explore the evo...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 16 (KIP)-Legislators Mubarak Gul, Pawan Kumar Gupta and Payare Lal Sharma today called on Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana at the Civil Secretariat here.
They discussed various important issues of public welfare pertaining to the Forest, Tribal Affairs and Public Health Engineering (PHE) departments.
During the interaction, the legislators brought forth key concerns and suggestions related to their constituencie...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 16 (KIP)- The House Committee on Estimates today convened a meeting at the Assembly Complex in Srinagar to review the functioning of Jal Shakti Department besides assessing progress on ongoing Water Supply Schemes (WSSs) across Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was chaired by Committee Chairperson Shamim Firdous and attended by Committee Members Abdul Majid Bhat (Larmi), Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Mir, Pawan Kumar Gupta, Ajaz Jan, Dr. Shafi Ahmad Wani, Chander Prakash Ganga, Pyare La...
17/07/2025
Srinagar, July 16 (KIP)- “Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 is going on seamlessly, and pilgrims are taking darshans of Baba Barfani without any interruption” Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir informed today reacting to the false news being circulated on various Social Media Channels that the Yatra has been suspended.
As on 15th July, 2025 more than 2.34 lakh pilgrims have taken darshans, and today on 16th July, pilgrims have proceeded to the Holy Cave from both the routes without any interruptio...
15/07/2025
Srinagar, July 15 (KIP)-To ensure the safety and security of pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, J&K Police today conducted mock drills along the designated Yatra routes in several districts of Kashmir valley including Srinagar, Ganderbal, Budgam, Pulwama, Kulgam and PD Awantipora.
The exercises were carried out at strategically significant points to assess the alertness, preparedness, and coordination among different security agencies deployed for Yatra duties. Mock drills si...
15/07/2025
Awantipora,July 15 (KIP)-The Department of Architecture, Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Awantipora, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), Srinagar Centre, marking a significant step toward strengthening architectural education and professional engagement in the region.
The MoU was signed by Prof. A. H. Moon, Dean Academic Affairs, on behalf of the Department of Architecture, and Ar. Irshad Majid, Chairman of IIA Srinagar C...
15/07/2025
Srinagar, July 15 (KIP)- Minister for FCS&CA, Transport, IT, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma today conducted a comprehensive review of functioning of the State Motor Garages (SMG) Department during his visit to the Directorate at Bemina here today.
Director State Motor Garages, Malik Tahir and other senior officers were present.
During his visit, the Minister inspected the workshop and office premises, interacted with the employees and took stock of the facilities and operatio...
15/07/2025
Anantnag,July 14 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. S. F. Hamid, convened the preparatory meeting to review the arrangements for the celebration of upcoming Independence Day-2025 with the concerned officers today, here.
Emphasising the historical importance of Independence Day, DC described it as a momentous occasion that should be celebrated with zeal and patriotic fervour. He underscored the need for seamless coordination among the concerned departments and exhorted them to make...
15/07/2025
Srinagar, July 14 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo and Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Faz Lul Haseeb Monday held a joint meeting of Revenue and SMC Officers here at Meeting Hall of the DC Office to review the progress achieved in implementation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-U 2.0) in the district.
The meeting was among others attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rifat Aftab Qureshi; Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Da...