WASHINGTON — US officials have told several Middle East countries and regional allies to be prepared for potential renewed military action against Iran after next week’s midterm elections in the United States — as well as the possibility that Iran will attempt to retaliate against them, according to two diplomats briefed on the matter. Both […]
JAMMU — Jammu and Kashmir BJP on Wednesday criticised Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the National Conference over the recent Cabinet reshuffle, alleging that it has retained Jammu’s representation at two, hurt sentiments of the region and exposed growing discontent within the ruling party. Chief spokesperson of Jammu and Kashmir BJP, Sunil Sethi, said resentment […]
SRINAGAR — Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf has been reprimanded and fined 20 per cent of his match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during Sunday’s ODI against England in Lahore, while the visitors have also been fined for a slow over-rate. Rauf was found guilty of breaching Article 2.2 of the ICC Code […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — ANN NEWS, Jammu and Kashmir’s first and only News TV Channel on Saturday cautioned people about fake news spread on their name. ANN NEWS management in a statement said, “We want to bring to your attention the issue of fake news falsely attributed to ANN NEWS. Misinformation can have serious consequences, which […]
SRINAGAR [Mutahira Yaseen] (KIMS) — In today’s digital age, smartphones have become ubiquitous, serving as portals to a vast world of information and connectivity. While these devices offer numerous benefits, they also pose significant risks, especially when it comes to children’s health and development. As smartphones increasingly dominate children’s attention, concerns about the detrimental effects […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The General Administration Department (GAD), Government of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday granted 3-day special leave to Jammu based Migrant and PM Package employees working in Kashmir in view of ‘Mahashivratri’. According to an order, “The special casual leave will be granted to the employees who desire to celebrate ‘Mahashivratri’ with their […]
SRINAGAR — Kashmiri journalist Asif Sultan was arrested on Thursday night, two days after he was released from a five-year detention, PTI reported. Sultan was arrested in connection with a case filed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, according to The Wire. On Tuesday, the award-winning journalist was released from Uttar Pradesh’s Ambedkar Nagar district […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In view of the weather advisory issued by the Meteorological Department (MeT), the Directorate of School Education, Kashmir (DSEK) on Thursday extended the Winter vacation in all Schools of Kashmir division by two more days. The Directorate of School Education, Kashmir (DSEK) in a notification said, “The classwork in all Government and […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — A day after extending ban on Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Jammu and Kashmir for five more years, the Government of India (GoI) on Wednesday declared two factions of Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Conference as Unlawful Associations. The Home Minister of India, Mr. Amit Shah said, “The Government has declared Sumji faction and Bhat faction […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The Government of India (GoI) on Tuesday extended ban on Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Jammu and Kashmir for another five years. The Home Minister of India, Mr. Amit Shah said, “The Government has extended the ban on Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Jammu and Kashmir for five years.” He said, “The organisation is found continuing its activities […]
PULWAMA [Sheikh Nadeem] (KIMS) — The joint efforts of Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Fire and Emergency Service Department on Tuesday extinguished fire in a residential house and prevented damage to the nearby Mosque in Panzgam village of Pulwama district in South Kashmir. Reports reaching Kashmir Independent Media Service – KIMS said that the […]
NEW DELHI — Pankaj Udhas, the acclaimed ghazal maestro renowned for hits like “Chitthi Ayee Hai” and “Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein,” passed away on February 26, after an extended illness. The 72-year-old singer, who had a notable career as a playback artist in Bollywood films such as “Naam,” “Saajan,” and “Mohra,” breathed his last at […]
SRINAGAR [Ahmad Ayaz] (KIMS) — Carpet weaving in Kashmir has a rich heritage dating back centuries, once thriving as a household business deeply ingrained in the region’s culture and economy. However, in recent years, this traditional craft has faced a decline, with its practice becoming increasingly rare. To bolster the local economy and preserve this […]
