By Ajaz Rashid In a major decision to facilitate voting by Kashmiri migrants in the ongoing general elections 2024, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has abolished the cumbersome procedure of filling form-M for the displaced people from valley who are residing in Jammu and Udhampur. Additionally, for the migrants residing outside Jammu and Udhampur […]
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JKPC denounces BBC article for maligning Kashmir’s media, seeks withdrawal & apology
BY KS NEWS DESK The Jammu and Kashmir Press Corps (JKPC), representing an association of prominent media organizations in the region, vehemently condemns the recent BBC news article titled ‘Any story could be your last’ – India’s crackdown on Kashmir press,’ authored by Ms. Yogita Limaye. The JKPC asserts that the article is not only […]
Doubling Farmer Incomes: J&K Govt’s Transformative HADP
In a move to empower farmers & elevate agricultural exports, LG administration in J&K has launched comprehensive Holistic Agriculture Development Plan BY AJAZ RASHID Under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor’s administration, the Jammu and Kashmir government is resolutely committed to enriching the lives of its farmers, empowering its youth, and elevating its agricultural exports. With […]
JK Press Corps Holds Meeting
JK Press Corps Holds Meeting
“Artificial Intelligence may not replace diagnostic radiologist in future”
born in Fateh Kadal area of Srinagar city, Dr Majid Jahangir Shahdhar, who is a Professor at the Department of Radio-Diagnosis,
ON THE BRINK
As the second wave of Covid-19 leaves a trail of agony and death in India, Jammu and Kashmir is running out of time to build strong fortifications and ramping up its network of defences against the virus.
Tourism: On the Revival Path
Despite several setbacks, the tourism sector seems to be on the path of revival in J&K. January set a new record of tourist footfall, with most hotels in Kashmir running full to capacity. Will the summer be as gainful for tourism as the winter? By Ajaz Rashid The tourism sector in Kashmir seems to be […]
The Fray of Power
From left to right and everything in between, this is the battleground where politicians fight not just for votes but for the future of their ideals. Omar Abdullah At the center of the current political landscape in Jammu and Kashmir stands Omar Abdullah, a prominent leader and former Chief Minister of the state. He is […]
J&K Elections: First Phase Sets New Turnout Record
South Kashmir, long known for low voter turnout, has experienced a dramatic increase in participation. The region’s renewed engagement reflects a broader shift in J&K’s political landscape. By Ajaz Rashid In a major development in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Electoral Officer P.K. Pole announced that the first phase of the Assembly elections recorded a strong […]
Kashmir Sets New I-Day Benchmarks
The 78th Independence Day in Kashmir was celebrated like never before, with grand events across the region, culminating in a historic flag-hoisting ceremony at Srinagar’s Bakshi Stadium. The celebration set new benchmarks in patriotism, inclusiveness, and cultural pride, reflecting the region’s deep-seated sense of community and national unity. By Ajaz Rashid The 78th anniversary of […]