SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The Home Department of Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday ordered major reshuffle in the Police Department of the Union Territory. The Department has ordered transfers and postings of 75 officers in the interest of administration with immediate effect. According to an order, “Mr. Deepak Kumar, IPS, Director Prosecution, J&K, holding additional […]
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Poonch student arrested in Rajasthan for comments on Babri Masjid, Ram Temple
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — A student hailing from the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir has been arrested by the Rajasthan police for allegedly making comments about the demolished Babri Masjid and the construction of the Ram Temple on the mosque site. He was arrested on January 26 for allegedly making comments about the demolished Babri […]
MeT forecasts rain, snow in J&K till Feb 3
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The Meteorological Department (MeT) on Saturday forecast light to moderate rain and snowfall at many places of Jammu and Kashmir till February 3. The higher reaches of the Union Territory including Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Peer Ki Gali, Sinthan Top, Razdan Pass, Zojila Pass etc received light snowfall during the last 24 hours. “There […]
Embracing Tradition: The Kangiri Legacy in Okai
SRINAGAR [Mutahira Yaseen] (KIMS) — Exploring into the heart of South Kashmir, we delve into the unique cultural tapestry of Okai Village, where tradition and warmth are intricately intertwined. This village is known for crafting approximately 5000 kangiris daily. In the heart of Kashmir, the kangiri isn’t just a means of staying warm; it’s a […]
Forest fire along LoC in Poonch triggers landmine explosions
JAMMU — A forest fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district led to explosions in several landmines on Friday night, PTI reported quoting official sources. The incident took place in the Balnoi and Krishnagati sectors of the district, prompting a collaborative effort from the army, locals, and forest officials […]
9 killed in attack on UN training centre in Gaza: Official
GAZA — A UN training centre in Gaza’s major southern city of Khan Younis was attacked and set on fire, killing at least nine people, a UN official has said. Two tank rounds on Wednesday hit the building that shelters 800 people, killing at least nine people and wounding 75 others, Thomas White, director of […]
Security situation under control, infiltration a challenge: DGP Swain
SRINAGAR — Cross-border infiltration in Jammu and Kashmir remains a challenge for the forces, but the security situation is under control, Director General of Police R R Swain said on Tuesday. “The security situation is under control. The biggest aspect of the security is law and order, and we think that we have been able […]
JKRTC norms go for a toss, pastes pan masala advertisement on buses
SRINAGAR — In an open violation of government advertisement policy 2012 and COTPA-2003, Jammu and Kashmir Road Transport Corporation (JKRTC) buses in Kashmir can be seen pasted with advertisement of pan masala while the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has shot a letter to the corporation, seeking immediate action against the agency and removal of the […]
Kashmir University postpones all exams on Monday
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In view of half-day public holiday announced by the Government ahead of the inauguration of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, the University of Kashmir has postponed all the examinations scheduled to be held on Monday. According to a communique, issued by the Assistant Controller of Examinations, University of Kashmir, “All the […]
Winter vacation extended for Summer Zone schools of Jammu till Jan 27: DSEJ
JAMMU (KIMS) — In view of prevailing extreme cold conditions, the Directorate of School Education (DSEJ), Jammu on Sunday extended the Winter vacation for schools upto higher secondary level (12th) till January 27. According to a communique, In view of prevailing extreme cold conditions, all the schools upto 12 class functioning in Summer Zones of […]









