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...
10/02/2026
Srinagar, February 10 (KIP)-A weeklong Bootcamp on “Mobile Security” (February 9–13, 2026) commenced on Monday at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar.
The bootcamp is being organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Srinagar, in collaboration with IIT Jammu.
The camp is sponsored by the Information Security Education & Awareness (ISEA) Phase III Project of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
Dr. ...
10/02/2026
Srinagar, February 10 (KIP)-A formal pipping ceremony was held at the District Police Headquarters, Budgam, to confer ranks on the newly promoted Assistant Sub-Inspectors. The ceremony was presided over by SSP Budgam Shri Nikhil Borkar-IPS, and was attended by DySP (DAR) Budgam Shri Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din.
On the occasion, SSP Budgam congratulated the officers on their well-deserved promotions and commended their service records and conduct. He stressed that promotion is not only an honour b...
08/02/2026
Srinagar, February 08 (KIP)-The two-day MSME Design Awareness Program, organised by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, concluded successfully in the Jammu–Katra cluster.
The programme was held in collaboration with Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, and Model Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET), Jammu. Sponsored by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, the initiative...
08/02/2026
Baramulla, February 08 (KIP)- Ashok Koul, BJP General Secretary (Organization), J&K, addressed a VB GRAM G Program held at the Dak Bungalow, Baramulla, where he strongly reaffirmed the Bharatiya Janata Party’s unwavering commitment to grassroots development, public welfare, and inclusive growth under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji.
Mohammad Anwar Khan BJP General Secretary, Mudasir Wani, Secretary, Ghulam Hassan Dar District President Baramulla, senior leader...
08/02/2026
Doda, February 08 (KIP)-Former Chief Minister and JKPDP President Mehbooba Mufti on Friday interacted with civil society members in Doda under the party’s Baat Cheet grassroots dialogue initiative.
Addressing the gathering, Mehbooba Mufti said the Chenab Valley has remained neglected for decades despite its immense human and natural potential. “The people of Chenab Valley deserve dignity, development, and equal opportunities,” she said.
She reiterated the demand for divisional status an...
08/02/2026
Srinagar, February 07 (KIP)-Police in Ganderbal have arrested a man accused of posing as a land broker and cheating innocent people by falsely presenting disputed and government land as his private property.
The accused has been identified as Javid Ahmad Gojree son of Ali Mohammad Gojree resident of Rangil, Ganderbal. He allegedly deceived multiple individuals by showing them land which, upon verification, was found to be either disputed or government-owned, thereby in...
08/02/2026
Srinagar, February 07 (KIP)-A student of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has secured second place at the All India Inter NIT Chess and Athletics Tournament held at NIT Jalandhar, officials said on Saturday.
Satinder Singh (Roll No. 2023BECE010) finished second on Board 1 in the chess competition, competing against participants from NITs across the country.
Congratulating the student, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, congratulated the student on the ...
08/02/2026
Anantnag, February 07 (KIP)-Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), Jammu & Kashmir BJP, addressed a massive public convention at Municipal Park, Ashajpora Bypass, Anantnag, highlighting the commitment of the Bharatiya Janata Party towards development, good governance, and public welfare.
The convention was also addressed by J&K BJP General Secretary Anwar Khan, District President Anantnag Rakesh Koul, Programme Incharge Abaid Hussain Nengroo, senior BJP leader Sofi Yousuf, and a large...
07/02/2026
Srinagar, February 07 (KIP)-Police has stepped up its drive against drug trafficking by freezing illegally acquired assets in NDPS case registered at Police Station Kupwara.
The action relates to case FIR No. 186/2025 registered under Sections 8/20 and 29 of the NDPS Act. During the investigation, police recovered a heroin-like substance along with cash amounting to ₹4,93,100/- (Rupees Four Lakh Ninety-Three Thousand One Hundred), suspected to be proceeds of narcotics trafficking.
Furth...
07/02/2026
Srinagar, February 07 (KIP)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Friday came down heavily on the Omar Abdullah-led government, accusing it of presenting a “figure-heavy but people-light” Budget that has failed to address the most pressing concerns of Jammu and Kashmir’s working poor.
Reacting to the Chief Minister’s second annual Budget of Rs 1,13,767 crore (net), Yaseen said thousands of daily wagers, casual labourers, and anganwad...
06/02/2026
Srinagar, February 5, (KIP)-Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and President of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mehbooba Mufti, has welcomed the Union Railway Minister’s decision to keep the three proposed railway projects in the Kashmir Valley in abeyance, describing it as a much-needed relief for lakhs of agrarian families whose livelihoods were under threat.
In a letter addressed to Union Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Mehbooba Mufti said agriculture and horticultur...
05/02/2026
Ganderbal, February 05 (KIP)- With an aim to blend tradition with technology, the Design Innovation Centre (DIC), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), Wednesday started a 10-day workshop on “Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for Kashmiri Crafts,” for artisans at Tulmulla Campus here.
Inaugurating the workshop, Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, described the event as a wonderful initiative to safeguard Kashmir’s cultural identity while strengthening livelihoods. Emphasising Kashmir’s...
04/02/2026
Srinagar, February 04 (KIP)- J&K Police organised a Cyber Awareness Programme at Townhall Beerwah with the objective of educating the general public, especially students and other stakeholders, about emerging cyber threats and safe online practices.
The programme was attended by the SHO Police Station Beerwah, cyber experts from Cyber Police Station Budgam, and members of the District Technical Team (DTT) Budgam.
During the programme, participants were sensitised about various forms o...
04/02/2026
Awantipora,February 04 (KIP)- The Centre for Good Governance and Policy Analysis (CGG&PA), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) in coordination with the Office of the Registrar today inaugurated a Two-Day Capacity Building Programme at the Rumi Library Conference Room, aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency and institutional governance.
The inaugural session was chaired by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, IUST, Prof. Dr. Shakeel Ramshoo, who stressed the importance of ad...
04/02/2026
Srinagar, February 04 (KIP)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that Shutdown of 33 KV Cheshmashahi-TRC Nedous Line will be observed due to which power supply to Dal, Paras Hospital, 33 KV installations of Rajbagh Tapline and adjoining areas from 10 AM to 03 PM on 08 February, 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Bemina-JVC line will be observed due to which power supply to JVC Hospital, Children Hospital, State Motor Garage, Hajj House, Forensic Lab, PC Depot, Qamarwari, Bart...
04/02/2026
Gurez,February 04 (KIP)-The pristine snowscapes of Gurez Valley are now a vibrant classroom of ambition and movement as the 15-day Basic Ski Course, orchestrated by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), completed its third dynamic day. The air, crisp with winter, is now equally charged with the growing enthusiasm and disciplined energy of its young participants.
Wednesday session saw trainees transition from initial curiosity to active command, delving deeper into foundational...
04/02/2026
Bandipora, February 04 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today chaired a meeting to review preparations for the WUCMA-centred Wullar Bird Watch Festival, scheduled between 9th-14th February, aimed at promoting eco-tourism and creating diversified livelihood opportunities for local communities.
The meeting was informed that all necessary instructions have been issued to the concerned departments.
Eco-guides and homestays are in readiness, while students have b...
04/02/2026
Srinagar, February 04 (KIP-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the growing incidents of attacks and harassment of Kashmiri vendors in various parts of the country, stating that such assaults have alarmingly become the “new normal.”
In a statement issued here, Yaseen said Kashmiri traders, artisans, and daily wage earners earning their livelihood outside Jammu and Kashmir are increasingly bei...
03/02/2026
Srinagar, February 03 (KIP)-In order to prevent road accidents and take corrective measures, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo who is also Chairman of District Road Safety Committee and District Level Monitoring Committee (DRSC/ DLMC) today chaired a meeting here at the Meeting Hall of the DC office Complex.
SSP Traffic Police, Aijaz Ahmad; RTO Kashmir, Qazi Irfan; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz; Superintendent of Police, Umar Shah; Superintending Engi...
03/02/2026
Baramulla, February 03 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa today inaugurated the vaccination programme for Haj Pilgrims 2026, conducted at the Associated Hospital, Government Medical College (GMC), Baramulla.
On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the arrangements at the vaccination centre to ensure smooth and timely vaccination of pilgrims.
Principal, GMC Baramulla; Chief Medical Officer, Baramulla; District Immunization Officer; Medical Superintendent; and other...
02/02/2026
Srinagar, February 02 (KIP)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Sunday met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Lok Bhavan and raised several pressing developmental and public welfare issues concerning various parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with particular emphasis on Budgam district and other neglected rural areas.
During the meeting, Yaseen drew the Lieutenant Governor’s attention to the prolonged ban on tourist activities at k...
02/02/2026
Dehradun,February 02 (KIP)-From the far reaches of north Kashmir to the roar of a national arena, Kupwara lived a moment it will remember for generations. At the All India Pencak Silat Championship 2025–26, held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand from 29th to 31st January, two young athletes turned years of struggle into symbols of hope—Zakir Hussain Wani winning Gold and Sozan Nazir claiming Silver for Kupwara.
Zakir’s Gold, Forged in Grit
Hailing from Batergam, Kupwara, Zakir Hussain Wani walke...
02/02/2026
Kulgam, February 02 (KIP)-Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kulgam, Viqar Ahmad Giri today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for annual urs of sufi saint Hazrat Syed Noor Shah Saheb Wali Bagdadi (RA) at Waltengo and Oriel Shrines of Kund Valley.
During the review meeting, the ADC directed the officers to ensure uninterrupted power supply, safe drinking water supply, proper sanitation measures besides healthcare facilities and security arrangements at shrine during Urs days.
He...