SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In a significant victory for justice, the Hon’ble Court of 3rd Additional Munsif/JMIC Srinagar has convicted Irfan Ahmad Sheikh, resident of Daribal Ganderbal, for the offence under Section 303(2) BNS in case FIR No. 04/2025 of Police Station Nowhatta. On January 18, 2025, when the Awkaf Jamia Committee reported the theft of […]
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CM launches free bus service for women, fulfils key budget announcement
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday fulfilled a key budget announcement with the launch of a free bus service for women. The chief minister flagged off the Zero-Ticket Travel Initiative for women from the SKICC. A government spokesperson described the move as a landmark towards gender-inclusive mobility. The launch was […]
Srinagar-Leh NH reopens after shortest-ever winter-time closure of 33 days
SRINAGAR — The strategic Srinagar-Leh National Highway was reopened for traffic on Tuesday after remaining closed for just over a month — a record minimum duration — due to heavy snow accumulation on the Zojila Pass stretch, officials said. This was the shortest winter closure of the Zojila Pass. The pass was thrown open by […]
Eid-ul Fitr celebrated across Kashmir valley
SRINAGAR — Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated across Kashmir on Monday, with the largest congregation of devotees assembled at the Hazratbal Shrine on the banks of the Dal lake. However, authorities did not allow Eid prayers at the eidgah and historic Jama Masjid in the old Srinagar city.A large posse of security forces was deployed at both […]
Mirwaiz claims he has been placed under house arrest ahead of Eid prayers
SRINAGAR — Chief Priest of Kashmir Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Monday denounced the decision of authorities not to allow Eid prayers at the eidgah in old city. “Eidgah and Jama Masjid belong to the people. Barring them from these sacred spaces even on Eid reflects an oppressive and authoritarian approach that prevails in Kashmir today,” […]
PM Modi to flag off first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19
JAMMU — Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir on April 19 from Katra, marking the completion of the 272-kilometre Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project. The Jammu-Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express will initially operate from Katra as the Jammu railway station is undergoing renovation. According to officials, the rail link […]
Mirwaiz to deliver sermon during Eid prayers in Old Srinagar: Auqaf
SRINAGAR — Kashmir’s chief cleric and Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq will deliver the sermon during Eid-ul-Fitr prayers at Eidgah in Old Srinagar, Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid said on Sunday. “As per Islamic tradition, the Eid-ul-Fitr congregational prayers will be offered at the historic Eidgah Srinagar at 10 am,” the Auqaf said in a […]
Police installs high-tech surveillance system at Navayuga Tunnel in Kulgam
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In a significant step to enhance security measures and to keep a vigilant eye on NHW, Police in Kulgam introduces advanced surveillance technology, including wall radar and thermal screening systems on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway at Navayuga Tunnel Qazigund, Kulgam. The newly installed systems are designed to monitor and detect concealed contrabands, […]
Two drug peddlers arrested in Shopian, 739 grams heroine seized
SHOPIAN (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday arrested two drug peddlers in the jurisdiction of Police Station Shopian and recovered heroine like substance from their possession. A Police Party from Police Station Shopian on 28-03-2025 evening established a checkpoint at Girward Zawoora, during naka checking, two persons were found in suspicious condition and […]
Traders in Kashmir witness lacklusture sales ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr
SRINAGAR — Markets in Srinagar and other parts of the Kashmir valley lack the usual hustle-bustle ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr with many traders staring at losses due to sluggish sales during the festival. The Eid-ul-Fitr festival, which marks the culmination of Muslim fasting month of Ramzan, will be celebrated either on Monday or Tuesday depending on […]









