22/08/2026
Srinagar, August 22 (KIP)- Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Saturday strongly criticised the National Conference (NC)-led government over the reported 6.83 per cent increase in electricity tariffs, terming the move a betrayal of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Sharma said the NC had come to power with a clear promise of providing 200 units of free electricity to every household, but nearly two years after the 2024 Assembly elections, the...
22/08/2026
Srinagar, August 22 (KIP)- In a significant boost to Geographical Indication (GI) testing and certification, particularly for non-textile and languishing crafts, the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, today formally launched the GI QR Code Management System at its Quality Control Division (QCD) in Srinagar.
Following the NABL-accredited IICT and PTQCC laboratories, the QCD has become the third GI Lab in Jammu & Kashmir. It will now test and affix GI labels on a range of prod...
22/08/2026
Srinagar, August 21 (KIP)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg today reviewed the arrangements for the 18th annual Harmuk Gangbal Yatra in a meeting, here.
The three-day yatra is being organised by the Harmuk Ganga Gangbal Trust (HGGT), with around 150–200 pilgrims expected to participate.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal Jitin Kishore, SSP Traffic Rural, Chief Engineers of the Roads & Buildings (R&B) and Public Health Engineering (PHE) departments, S...
22/08/2026
Awantipora, August 21 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) hosted Dr. Alka Rao, Director, CSIR–Institute of Microbial Technology (CSIR-IMTECH), who visited the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (CIED–IUST Foundation) at Campus-III.
As part of the visit, Dr. Rao toured several innovation and technology laboratories established under the Foundation, including the C4i Lab, D&D Lab, Fab Lab and UltraTech Cement Lab, besides other state-of-the-art f...
20/08/2026
Awantipora, August 20 (KIP)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Science, Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC), Government of Jammu & Kashmir, will host the Jammu & Kashmir Science Congress 2026 from September 29 to October 1, 2026, at the University campus.
The Congress, titled “Science, Innovation and Emerging Technologies for Sustainable and Viksit J&K,” will bring together researchers, innovators, policymakers, indust...
20/08/2026
Srinagar, August 20 (KIP)-SSP Anantnag Shri Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS reviewed the security arrangements along the route designated for the passage of Chhari Mubarak, ahead of the forthcoming religious procession.
During the review, the SSP inspected the key locations and stretches along the route through which the Chhari Mubarak is scheduled to pass and took stock of the overall security arrangements, deployment plans, traffic management and crowd regulation measures.
SSP Anantnag direc...
20/08/2026
Srinagar, August 20 (KIP)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received a written complaint alleging that Gazala Akhter, Jr. Building Inspector, SMC, Ward No. 28, Srinagar, had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant in connection with the construction of two structures, despite the complainant having already obtained the requisite building permission from the competent authority.
It was further alleged that the accused public servant was deliberately adopting delaying tac...
20/08/2026
Srinagar, August 20 (KIP)-Director, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, Prof. Anurag Misra, on Thursday visited various administrative and academic sections of the Institute and interacted with faculty and staff members.
During his interactions, he took feedback from the staff regarding the functioning of their respective sections and emphasised the importance of coordination, efficiency and timely disposal of work.
The Director also visited the Counselling Cell, where the ...
20/08/2026
Leh, August 20 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Ladakh, Ashish Kundra today addressed a press conference in Leh, outlining key government priorities, initiatives and important developments across various sectors.
The interaction provided an opportunity for an open interaction with the Chief Secretary on issues of public importance and to highlight the Administration’s commitment to transparency, responsive governance and keeping citizens informed.
Briefing on the recruitment status, the Chief Se...
20/08/2026
Srinagar, August 20 (KIP)-The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Thursday has written to Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah, seeking his urgent intervention into the prolonged administrative, academic and institutional challenges facing Sainik School Manasbal, one of Jammu & Kashmir’s historic and prestigious residential educational institutions.
In its letter, the Association said that Sainik School Manasbal was established with a distinctive vision of nurturing discipline, lea...
19/08/2026
Srinagar, August 19 (KIP)-Prof. Anurag Misra on Wednesday assumed charge as Director of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, succeeding Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, in accordance with the orders of the Ministry of Education.
Prof. Misra was warmly received by Dean R&C, along with outgoing Director Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia. After assuming charge, Prof. Misra held a meeting with the Deans and Heads of Departments.
He sought inputs from the academic leadership and assure...
19/08/2026
Badgam August 18 (KIP)- Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for the forthcoming Urs of Hazrat Sultan Ali Aali Balkhi (RA) at Pakherpora, with a focus on ensuring adequate civic amenities, uninterrupted essential services, effective crowd management and hassle-free facilities for devotees.
The Speaker took a detailed review of the arrangements being put in place by various departments. He issued a series of direct...
19/08/2026
Awantipora, August 18 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today started its annual Student Induction Programme, being organised by the Dean of Students, IUST, to welcome the fresh batch of students. The programme is held in collaboration with the Dean Academic Affairs and the Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), to enlighten the new students about the University’s academic environment, student support system, facilities, and opportunities.
The Dean Ac...
18/08/2026
Srinagar, August 18 (KIP)-Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress on the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G], calling for a renewed and focused push to strengthen the Person Days (PD) generation, activate worksites, ensure timely wage payments and tighten field-level supervision across the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by Director, Rural...
18/08/2026
Srinagar,August 18 (KIP)-The Private Schools Association (PSA), District Srinagar, organised a Career Counselling-Cum-Felicitation Programme For NEET-2026 Qualifiers at Al-Habib Public School, Palpora, Noorbagh, Srinagar, to honour students from the district who successfully qualified NEET-2026, celebrating their hard work, perseverance and academic achievements.
The programme was organised under the directions of PSA State President Bilal Ahmad Bhat and General Secretary (Organisation) M. S...
17/08/2026
Kulgam, August 17 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam along with Additional Deputy Commissioner, Vikar Ahmad Giri today visited the Farmer's ID generation camp organized under the Agristack Project at Tehsil Kulgam, to take an on-the-spot assessment of the ongoing registration and digitisation drive.
During the visit, the DC supervised the entire process and interacted with the revenue staff present at the camp especially scheduled for Tamiloo village. He took a detailed o...
17/08/2026
Rajouri,August 16 (KIP)-President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Ms. Mehbooba Mufti, today visited various flood-affected areas of Rajouri district and interacted with victims and families affected by the recent flash floods and cloudburst.
During her visit, Ms. Mehbooba Mufti expressed deep concern over the extensive damage caused by the floods. She said that residential houses, agricultural land and business establishments have suffered severe damage, leaving numerous families i...
15/08/2026
Srinagar, August 15 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm, with the Institute leadership calling upon students, faculty and staff to uphold the values of freedom, integrity, innovation and service to the nation.
In-Charge Director Prof. (HAG) Roohi Naaz presided over the Independence Day celebrations and unfurled the Tricolour at the Institute’s football playground, reaffirming NIT Srinagar’s com...
15/08/2026
Awantipora, August 15 (KIP)-On the eve of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, hoisted the National Flag at a ceremony held on the University campus. The ceremony was attended, among others, by Prof Sheikh Aijaz Bashir, Dean Academic Affairs, Prof Shamim Ahmad Shah, Registrar, Mr. Sameer Wazir Finance officer, Deans of schools, Heads of Departments, senior officers, faculty members and staff.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Romshoo extended ...
15/08/2026
Srinagar, August 15 (KIP)- On the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, Shri Ashok Koul, BJP General Secretary (Org.) Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, today hoisted the National Flag at the BJP J&K UT headquarters at Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar.
The flag-hoisting ceremony was held with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm. Vice President Dr Shehnaz Ganie, Mohammad Anwar Khan, J&K UT General Secretary, along with senior party leaders, State office-bearers and functionaries, were present on the occa...
14/08/2026
Srinagar, August 14 (KIP) Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti has expressed serious concern over the reported deterioration of academic, administrative and financial affairs at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), Rajouri, and urged the J&K Government to take immediate corrective measures to protect the interests of students and faculty.
In a statement issued here today, Mehbooba Mufti said BGSBU holds immense significance for the people of t...