29/03/2026
Awantipora, March 29 (KIP)-In continuation of Plantation Week celebrations, the Islamic University of Science & Technology organized a plantation drive at Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology under the theme Donate, Plant or Own a Tree.
The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department (DFO Budgam) and supported by the Dean Outreach Office, IUST. The drive witnessed active participation from the college administration, faculty, ...
29/03/2026
Srinagar, March 29 (KIP)-The two-day Cursor Hackathon Kashmir concluded at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, drawing strong participation and showcasing innovative, real-world tech solutions developed by young innovators.
A total of 125 teams participated on Day 1, submitting projects after intensive ideation and development cycles. The event stood out for its inclusivity, with participation from an 11-year-old innovator, underscoring growing grassroots engagement in the tec...
29/03/2026
Srinagar, March 28 (KIP)- In a continued effort to combat drug abuse and raise awareness among the public, Police organised a Drug Awareness Rally in Anantnag. The rally commenced from Wazir Bagh Anantnag, proceeded to Lal Chowk Anantnag, and culminated back at Wazir Bagh.
The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from students of various schools across District Anantnag, members of civil society, and senior police officers and officials. Participants carried placards and raised slogans...
27/03/2026
Srinagar, March 27 (KIP)- Hakeem Muhammad Yaseen, President of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) and former minister, on Friday expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic snow avalanche incident at Zojila Pass in Ganderbal district.
In a statement, Yaseen termed the incident as “deeply unfortunate” and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the tragedy. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.
Referring to the incident,...
27/03/2026
Srinagar, March 27 (KIP)-The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at the National Institute of Technology Srinagar organised a one-day workshop on Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) awareness, focusing on “Promoting Quality and Safety in Everyday Products.”
Held under the BIS ECE Student Chapter, the workshop aimed to sensitise students about the importance of standards, their development, and their application in engineering as well as daily life.
The programm...
27/03/2026
Srinagar, March 27 (KIP)- In a major boost to position the Pashmina Testing and Quality Certification Centre (PTQCC) as a centre of excellence in fibre analysis, the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has procured a high-end Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).
This initiative aims to achieve global standards in GI testing and certification of Pashmina and other handwoven products.
Apart from this, the department has procured three High-Resolution Digital Microscopes fo...
26/03/2026
Anantnag, March 26 (KIP)-The auspicious festival of Ram Navami was celebrated today with great enthusiasm and religious fervour at the historic Nagdandi Ashram in Achabal, Raghunath Mandir, Sherbagh, and other places of district Anantnag.
A large number of devotees from the Kashmiri Pandit community gathered at both venues to offer prayers and perform traditional rituals to mark the sacred occasion.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner(DC) Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat visited Nagdandi Ashram, Achabal...
26/03/2026
Anantnag, March 26 (KIP)- District Administration Anantnag has issued an urgent public advisory urging residents not to pay heed to rumours circulating on social media about shortages of essential commodities, particularly petrol, diesel, and cooking gas.
Officials clarified that there is no shortage of fuel or LPG supplies in the district. Adequate stocks are available at all authorized outlets, including those operated by Indian Oil Corporation, ensuring uninterrupted services for the publ...
26/03/2026
Badgam, March 26 (KIP)-The Khelo India Asmita City League concluded with great success at the Indoor Sports Hall in Badgam. The event was inaugurated by Shabir Ahmad Dar, Manager of the Badgam Sports Stadium. Over 180 female participants competed in a range of traditional Yogasana event including artistic and rhythmic pair events, as well as individual events such as forward bends, backbends, hand balances, and more. The competition was divided into two categories: under 18 and above 18.
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24/03/2026
Ganderbal, March 24 (KIP)- In connection with the ongoing celebration of Vande Mataram Week, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath inaugurated an exhibition featuring a Poster Competition, Sketch Competition, and On-Spot Painting Competition at Tulmulla campus here on Tuesday.
Vice-Chancellors of universities from other parts of the country, visiting Professors, Dean Academic Affairs, Deans of Schools, Registrar, Heads and Coordinators of Depar...
24/03/2026
New Delhi, March 24 (KIP)- Member of Parliament from Baramulla, Er Rashid, on Tuesday announced in Parliament that he will donate his one month’s salary for the reconstruction of a school in Iran where more than 100 children were killed, making a strong humanitarian appeal during his speech on the Finance Grants in Lok Sabha.
Raising the issue with emotion, MP Er Rashid said that humanity must rise above political boundaries when innocent lives are lost. Referring to the tragic school st...
24/03/2026
Srinagar, March 24 (KIP)-In a significant achievement, Police in Handwara has successfully secured a conviction in a sensitive case registered under FIR No. 69/2021 at Police Station Kralgund.
The Hon’ble Principal District & Sessions Court, Kupwara, has sentenced the accused, Irshad Ahmad Mir, to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of ₹50,000 under Section 4(2) of the POCSO Act. Additionally, the accused has been awarded 3 years of rigorous imprisonment with a fine of ₹10,...
24/03/2026
Srinagar, March 23 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Monday presided over a one day Mega Job Fair at Kashmir Haat (Numaish Gah) Exhibition Ground, aimed at promoting employment opportunities, entrepreneurship and enhancing self-employment opportunities among the youth of the district.
Deputy Director Employment, Srinagar, Shubi Tabasum, District Employment Officer, Career Counselling Officer (CCO), other senior Officers from the Employment Department and other conc...
23/03/2026
Srinagar, March 23 (KIP)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg today inaugurated a three-day Gyan Bharatam Workshop & National Survey of Manuscripts at Indian IIIM, Sanat Nagar, Srinagar.
The workshop is being organized by the Department of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, J&K to promote identification, preservation, conservation, and digitization of centuries-old manuscripts across Jammu & Kashmir.
Addressing the participants, the Divisional Commissioner underscored the importan...
23/03/2026
Ganderbal,March 23 (KIP)-Dean Students Welfare (DSW), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), Monday kick-started the celebration of Vande Mataram Week, commemorating the 150th year of the National Song, by organising an essay competition at Tulmulla.
The event witnessed active participation, with students from various departments expressing their thoughts on themes centered around national pride, the significance of Vande Mataram, and the legacy of India’s freedom struggle.
The part...
23/03/2026
Awantipora, March 23 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with Chinar Quantum AI, today organized a workshop on Quantum Computing. The programme brought together academicians, experts, and students to deliberate on emerging trends in quantum technologies and artificial intelligence.
In the inaugural session, Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, underscored the importance of various national missions and schemes aimed at making India a develop...
23/03/2026
Awantipora, March 23 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today inaugurated its Plantation Week with a plantation drive held across the main campus and the Girls’ Hostel premises.
The drive was formally inaugurated by Prof. Abdul Wahid Makhdoomi, Registrar, IUST, in the presence of university officials including the Finance Officer, Dean Research, Provost Girls’ Hostel, Dean Outreach, NSS Coordinator, Estates division along with students and scholars who actively...
20/03/2026
Srinagar, March 20 (KIP)-In a significant breakthrough, Police in Baramulla have successfully solved two theft cases in Uri involving a mobile shop burglary and a motorcycle theft, and arrested the accused from Humhama, Srinagar.
On 07/02/2026, Police Station Uri received a written complaint from Nasir Ahmed Chalkoo son of Abdul Gani Chalkoo resident of Uri stating that during the intervening night of 06/07 February 2026, unknown person(s) broke open the shutter of his mobile shop at Choud...
20/03/2026
Srinagar, March 20 (KIP)-The Kashmir Traders and Manufacturers Federation (KTMF), Senior Vice President Sofi Mohi-ud-Din, has extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the Muslim Ummah on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
In his message, KTMF Senior Vice President Sofi Mohi-ud-Din said that Eid-ul-Fitr is a festival of compassion, generosity and gratitude, marking the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan. He emphasized that the occasion reminds people ...
20/03/2026
Srinagar, March 20 (KIP)-Sonamarg Hoteliers Association President and Chairman & Managing Director of Snow Land Group of Hotels, Farooq Hafiz, has extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the entire nation on the auspicious occasion of Eid.
In his message, Farooq Hafiz prayed for peace, prosperity and happiness for all, expressing hope that the blessed occasion strengthens the bonds of brotherhood and harmony across communities. He highlighted that Eid is not only ...