KULGAM (KIMS) — A book titled Foundations of Social Sciences, authored by Javid Ahmad Rather, was formally released on Thursday at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kulgam during a dignified function attended by senior education officials, academicians, teachers, students and other distinguished guests. The book was unveiled by Abdul Ghani Bhat, chief education officer kulgam […]
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DSEJ revises school timings across Jammu division from May 1
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) on Wednesday issued an order revising school timings for both Government and recognized private schools across the Jammu Division, effective from May 1, 2026. According to the order, schools upto Higher Secondary level falling within the Summer Zone of Jammu Division will now function from […]
J&K aims to upgrade govt schools with improved facilities: Sakina Itoo
JAMMU — Jammu and Kashmir government is making concerted efforts to strengthen the educational ecosystem, with a special focus on ensuring all necessary facilities in government-run schools, Education minister Sakeena Itoo said on Tuesday. Replying to a question of Legislator Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh in the Assembly regarding introduction of new subjects, she said the existing […]
DSEK revises school timings across Kashmir division from April 1
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Monday issued an order revising school timings for both Government and recognized private schools across the Kashmir Division, effective from April 1, 2026. According to the order, schools falling within the limits of Srinagar Municipal Corporation will now function from 9:00 am to 3:00 […]
Over 10000 schools in J&K lack playgrounds, 9000 without boundary walls: Govt
JAMMU — The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said that a significant number of schools across the Union territory continue to face deficiencies in basic infrastructure, including toilets, drinking water, boundary walls and playgrounds. Replying to a question in the assembly, the government said that as per official data for 2025-26, out of 18,724 […]
3,192 schools in J&K have less than 10 or zero enrolment since 2022: Govt
JAMMU — The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said that as many as 3,192 schools across the Union territory have reported less than 10 or zero enrolment since 2022, with 2,518 teachers posted in them. In a written reply to a question by BJP MLA Ranbir Singh Pathania in the Assembly, Education Minister Sakina […]
Lighting the Lamp of Knowledge: Mohd Shabir’s Tireless Mission to Transform Education in Kulgam
Shahnawaz Ali “Iqra bismi rabbika alladhi khalaq” – “Read in the name of your Lord who created” – these divine words marked the beginning of human enlightenment. In the serene yet striving landscapes of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district, this message is being brought to life every day by a man whose mission is not merely […]
Committee formed to rationalise new subjects taught at J&K colleges: Minister
JAMMU — The Jammu and Kashmir government has formed a committee to rationalise new subjects taught in government degree colleges, the Assembly was told on Saturday. Education and Social Welfare Minister Sakina Itoo also told the house that no timeline has been fixed for the committee examining reservation rules for submitting its report. In reply […]
Schools reopen in Kashmir after three-month winter break
SRINAGAR — Schools in Kashmir re-opened on Friday after remaining closed for almost three months on account of winter vacations. The schools were scheduled to reopen on March 1 but the government extended the vacations by a week due to inclement weather. Officials said around 10,000 government and private-run schools across the Kashmir valley reopened […]
Prescribing textbooks against norms: DSEK calls urgent meetings with stakeholders
Asks Private Schools to upload details of books on their websites within 3 days SRINAGAR (KIMS) — School Education Department has taken a strong notice of the complaints regarding the textbooks prescribed by some private schools against the norms. This was stated by Director School Education Kashmir (DSEK), Dr. G N Itoo today after a […]








