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Jan 20, 2026

Services Will Not Be Available On The Official Website Of Jammu And Kashmir School Education Board, Online Services Suspended For 5 Days

Online services of Jammu and Kashmir School Education Board will remain suspended for five days from 19 to 24 January 2026. This decision has been taken due to technological upgradation. During this period, all online services including revaluation applications and photocopies of answer sheets will remain suspended. The board has expressed regret for the inconvenience while appealing for cooperation from students and parents, and assured that services will be restored soon.

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Md Amir

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Jan 20, 2026

Search For Terrorists Continues For The Third Day In Kishtwar District Of Jammu And Kashmir, Many People Detained For Questioning.

A major search operation continues for the third day in search of terrorists in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. One paratrooper was martyred and seven security personnel were injured in the grenade attack in Chhatru area. Security forces busted a terrorist hideout and detained several people for questioning. The search for 2-3 terrorists of Jaish-e-Mohammed is going on with the help of drones and sniffer dogs, security is being tightened before the Republic Day.

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Md Amir

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Jan 20, 2026

Important Initiative Of Chief Minister Omar To Finalize The Upcoming Budget Of Jammu And Kashmir, Meeting Will Be Held With 8 Departments Today

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is holding meetings with various departments to finalize the upcoming budget of Jammu and Kashmir. On Tuesday he held a meeting with eight departments. The Chief Minister is also in charge of financial matters. These pre-budget meetings will be held on January 20, 21 and 22, which include important departments like energy, finance, education, health. The Chief Secretary and other senior officers will also be present in these meetings.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 19, 2026

Apple Harvest Made Him Realize His Responsibilities, Yasir Left Delhi Blast Mastermind And Returned Home

Dr. Umar Nabi, the mastermind of Delhi's Red Fort car bomb blast, had prepared another suicide bomber. Yasir Ahmed Dar of Shopian was prepared for the suicide attack, but backed out at the last moment citing helping his family in apple harvest and repairing the house. This has been revealed in the NIA investigation, which shows that family responsibilities can steer the youth away from the path of violence.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 18, 2026

Encounter Continues In Kishtwar, Jammu And Kashmir, Many Jaish Terrorists Surrounded; Seven Soldiers Injured In Firing

A fierce encounter is going on between security forces and Pakistan-backed Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists in Singpora in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. On receiving the information, security forces surrounded the area, after which firing started. Many terrorists are trapped and there is continuous firing from both sides. Security forces are trying to control the situation and eliminate the terrorists.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 17, 2026

The Floating Market Of Dal Lake Is Always Buzzing Even In The Severe Cold Of Chilekalan In Kashmir, Know Why It Is Special.

The floating market of Dal Lake remains buzzing even in the harsh winter of Chilekalan. As early as 6:30 in the morning, vendors break the ice and load fresh vegetables into their boats. Farmers struggle to survive even in temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius, to deliver fresh produce to customers before 8am. This market has been an integral part of the tradition and life of Kashmir for centuries.

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Md Amir

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Jan 16, 2026

Mukesh Singh, 1996 Batch IPS Officer, Takes Over As DGP Of Ladakh Police; Have Experience Of Working In Sensitive Positions

IPS Mukesh Singh has taken over as the new DGP of Ladakh Police. He is a 1996 batch officer of AGMUT cadre and is a graduate in Civil Engineering from IIT Delhi. Singh has served in several sensitive positions in Jammu and Kashmir, including in terrorism-affected areas, and was also instrumental in setting up the NIA. His appointment has come after his return from deputation from the Central Government.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 16, 2026

Jammu's Only Night Shelter, One Has To Pay A Fee To Spend The Night; Trouble For Homeless People In Severe Cold

The Rs 100 fee for the only night shelter in Jammu has become a big problem for the homeless and poor people. They are forced to sleep on the streets in the harsh cold, while no effective steps are being taken by the administration. There is no arrangement for bonfire, due to which their lives are in danger. This situation raises serious questions on the administrative system, especially when people are forced to sleep in the open.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 15, 2026

The Bomb Was Hidden In A Bag... Big Success Of Security Forces In Rajouri, 3.5 Kg IED Defused

Security forces have achieved great success in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. SOG Rajouri recovered a hidden IED of 3.50 kg during a search operation in Kakora village of Manjakot police station. The bomb disposal squad successfully defused it, causing no damage. A major danger was averted due to the alertness of the security forces.

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Md Amir

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Jan 15, 2026

Homeless Shivering With Cold In Jammu, Sobbing On The Footpath; Shelter House Has Become A Night Shelter In Boria Area Of Jammu

Despite the severe cold in Jammu, homeless people are forced to sleep on the footpaths. The night shelter at Boria, which was meant to provide shelter to those sleeping on the footpath, is no longer effective due to a fee of Rs 100 and turning into a shelter house for destitute people. Due to lack of bonfire or free arrangements by the administration, the lives of these poor people are at stake, which raises questions on the system.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 14, 2026

Political Battle Over National Law University; PDP MLA Writes Letter To CM, Reminds Him Of Promise To Build It In Budgam

The controversy regarding the establishment of National Law University has deepened. PDP MLA Agha Syed Muntajir Mehdi has written a letter to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah asking him to fulfill his promise of establishing it at Ompura Budgam. The MLA stressed that the Chief Minister's promise was a big step towards regional development, and changing the location would be injustice to the people of Budgam, thereby creating confusion.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 14, 2026

Photos: -7 Degree Temperature In Sonamarg And Gulmarg, Rivers And Lakes Frozen In Kashmir; Snowfall Alert

There is a possibility of rain and snowfall in Kashmir on January 16-17 due to western disturbance, while there will be dense fog in Jammu. Sonamarg was the coldest in the valley hit by cold wave with -7.0 degrees Celsius. Train and air services are disrupted, flights canceled at Jammu airport. Light rain and snowfall is also expected between January 19-24, which will affect life.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 13, 2026

Dragon's Claim On Shaksgam Valley Is Fake, PoJK Is An Integral Part Of India, Ladakh LG Kavinder Gupta Attacks China

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has strongly rejected China's claim on Shaksgam Valley, insisting that the entire state of Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. He criticized China's expansionist policies and Pakistan's failures. Gupta said that India is now the India of 2026, any attempt will be foiled. He also highlighted the development and increased budget of Ladakh.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 13, 2026

Jammu And Kashmir Chief Secretary Dullu's Strict Instructions, All Schools Should Have Toilet Facilities For Girl Students By 15th February

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dullu has directed to ensure separate and functional toilet facilities for girl students in all government schools by February 15. He stressed that all necessary facilities including water should be available in toilets. At present 1,321 schools do not have this facility, for which construction and repair work will be completed within the stipulated time. Zone-level committees will be formed for effective implementation.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 12, 2026

'Dividing Jammu And Kashmir Means Separating The Head From The Body', Farooq Abdullah Angry Over The Demand For A Separate State.

Dr. Farooq Abdullah opposed making Jammu a separate state, calling it like separating Jammu and Kashmir from its head and body. He said that Jammu and Kashmir are one and will remain one, both are complementary to each other. Abdullah called for thwarting communal forces and praised the pro-people work of the National Conference. He also assured of facilities in Narwal Fruit Market.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 12, 2026

Seeing The Increasing Cold, The Jammu And Kashmir Education Directorate Took The Decision, Schools In The Summer Zone Will Remain Closed Till 14.

In view of the increasing cold in Jammu division, the Directorate of Education has extended the winter holidays of schools from January 12 to January 14. This order will be applicable to all government and private schools in the summer zone. Director of Education Dr. Naseem Javed Chaudhary has instructed the officials to ensure strict implementation of the order, which has brought relief to the children and parents.

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Md Amir

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Jan 12, 2026

LoC Visit Of Army Commander Lieutenant General Prateek Sharma Boosts The Morale Of Soldiers; Instructions To Strengthen Anti-infiltration Grid

Northern Command Army Commander Lieutenant General Prateek Sharma is visiting the snowy borders of Jammu and Kashmir. Their objective is to boost the morale of the troops and strengthen the anti-infiltration grid. He directed to strengthen the intelligence system along the Line of Control in North Kashmir. The Commander reviewed anti-terrorism preparedness in Basantgarh and took stock of training activities in Gulmarg. He also reviewed the operational readiness of the Army Aviation Squadrons, which provide support to troops in inaccessible areas.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 11, 2026

Massive Fire In Kupwara: Three Houses And Cow Shed Reduced To Ashes, Four Cattle Killed

Three residential houses and a cow shed were reduced to ashes in a massive fire in Kandi Karnah in North Kashmir's Kupwara district. Four cattle died in this incident. The cause of the fire is said to be electrical short circuit. Fire brigade, police, army and local people from Tangdhar together brought the fire under control. There is also news of fire in Dachigam forest of Srinagar, efforts to control it are underway.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 11, 2026

Theft In Broad Daylight In Gol Gujral, Jammu, Lock Of House Broken, Jewelery And Cash Missing

Theft took place in broad daylight in a house on Ganesh Vihar Camp Road, Gol Gujral, Domana, Jammu. The thieves broke the locks and stole gold jewelery and cash from the cupboard. On the complaint of victim Gunveer Singh, a case has been registered at Domana police station. Police have started investigation and are trying to collect clues from the surrounding area.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 11, 2026

Cold Wave Continues To Wreak Havoc In Jammu, Temperature Reaches 3.6 Degrees; Dense Fog Is Increasing People's Problems

Cold wave and dense fog continues in Jammu, due to which normal life has been affected. The minimum temperature was recorded at 3.6 degrees Celsius, which was the coldest night of this season and 3.4 degrees below normal. The temperature in Kashmir valley is above normal. The Meteorological Department has predicted cold wave and dry weather to continue in the coming days as well, there is no possibility of rain or snowfall.

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Md Amir

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