SRINAGAR — In a significant move to intensify the fight against drug trafficking, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property valued at approximately ₹75 lakhs under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The property, comprising a single-storey residential house and adjoining land, is situated in Athwajan, Srinagar. It was in possession of two […]
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YCC Palpora triumphs in Koshipora Cricket Tournament, lifts winner’s trophy
ANANTNAG [Sheikh Nadeem] (KIMS) — In a thrilling finale, YCC Palpora clinched the Koshipora Cricket Tournament title after outplaying Hakura Legends in a high-energy clash that concluded in the 16th over. Hakura Legends, having won the toss, opted to bat first and set a competitive target of 142 runs, finishing at 142/8 in their allotted […]
Exam-Based Promotion: A step towards meritocracy in Jammu and Kashmir’s education department
Shahnawaz Ali In the pursuit of enhancing both quality and accountability within the education system, the need to reform the promotion mechanism for teaching and administrative staff in government schools is more urgent than ever. The current seniority-based system, though historically prevalent, fails to recognize merit, competence and the critical understanding of administrative conduct. In […]
Khamenei says Trump ‘exaggerated’ impact of US strikes on nuclear sites
TEHRAN – Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Thursday said US President Donald Trump “exaggerated” the impact of US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, in his first appearance since a ceasefire in the war with Israel took hold. In a statement and a televised speech carried by state media, he hailed his country’s “victory” over […]
Police attach drug dealer’s property worth Rs 1 crore in Srinagar
Srinagar: In a major action against the drug menace, Srinagar police attached a residential property, comprising a two-storey house along with land worth approximately Rs 1 crore, belonging to a notorious drug peddler, in Takanwari, Karnabal area. Police Spokesperson said the accused is involved in case FIR No. 02/2024 under Sections 8, 20, and 29 […]
Private colleges affiliated with Kashmir University to observe 10-day summer break from June 25
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In view of the ongoing heatwave, the private colleges affiliated with University of Kashmir shall observe 10-day summer vacation, starting from June 25, 2025. According to an official communiqué, all the Private Colleges affiliated with the University of Kashmir falling in Kashmir Division shall observe Summer Break from June 25 to July […]
ACB Arrests Geology & Mining official for accepting bribe in Ganderbal
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a case against an official of the Geology and Mining Department in Ganderbal for allegedly demanding a bribe. According to a written complaint received by the ACB, the accused official, identified as Gh. Mustafa (D.H), in-charge of the area, allegedly demanded a bribe […]
19 mega road, tunnel projects worth ₹10,637 crore approved in J&K; LG expresses gratitude to PM, Gadkari
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In a major infrastructure push for Jammu and Kashmir, the Central Government has approved 19 mega road and tunnel projects worth ₹10,637 crore. The announcement was made by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in a post on X, where he expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport […]
Govt announces 10-day summer break for Government Degree Colleges in Kashmir from June 24
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In view of the ongoing heatwave, the government has announced a 10-day summer vacation for all Government Degree Colleges in the Kashmir Valley, starting from June 24, 2025. According to an official communiqué, all the Government Degree Colleges of Kashmir Division shall observe summer vacation from June 24 to July 3, 2025. […]
Amid heatwave, Government announces 15-day Summer break for schools in Kashmir
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In view of the ongoing heatwave, the government has announced a 15-day summer vacation for all schools in the Kashmir Valley, starting from June 23, 2025. According to an official communiqué, all government and recognized private schools up to the higher secondary level in the Kashmir Division shall remain closed from June […]








