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Eminent Kashmiri scholar, poet, linguist and translator Prof Shafi Shauq on Sunday named among the recipients of the Pad...
25/01/2026

Eminent Kashmiri scholar, poet, linguist and translator Prof Shafi Shauq on Sunday named among the recipients of the Padma Shri Award 2026, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, for his outstanding contribution to education and literature.
Born in 1950 in Kapren village of Shopian district, Shauq is widely registered as one of the most authoritative voices in Kashmiri studies. The award places Shauq at the forefront of this year’s honourees from Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh; marking a major national recognition of his lifelong works.AdvertisementShauq authored, edited and translated over 100 books in Kashmiri Urdu, Hindi and English. His seminal works – including Keeshur Lugaat (Kashmiri Dictionary), Keeshryuk Grammer, and Kaeshir Zabana ti Adibuk Tawaariekh (History of the Kashmiri Language and Literature), are considered foundational texts and remain indispensable to scholars, students and researchers.Advertisement
Alongside Prof Shafi Shauq, the Government of India has also announced Brij Lal Bhat (Social Work, Jammu and Kashmir) and Dr Padma Gurmeet (Medicine, Ladakh) as Padma Shri awardees for 2026, recognising exemplary service in their respective fields. However, Shauq’s inclusion has drawn particular attention in literary and academic circles, being seen as a long-overdue national honour for a scholar who devoted his life to safeguarding the linguistic soul of Kashmir.AdvertisementSocial worker Brij Lal Bhat has been conferred the Padma Shri 2026 for his sustained and wide-ranging contributions to social service. Known for his grassroots engagement, Bhat has worked extensively to strengthen spiritual and community institutions through yoga shiksha shivirs, spiritual retreats and Bhandara Seva. He has actively promoted social cohesion and communal harmony by organising inclusive festivals and community programmes, while also contributing to rural development by reclaiming barren land for apple and walnut orchards. His work is widely recognised for combining social service with spiritual outreach and environmental stewardship.Advertisement

In addition to Shauq and Bhat, Dr Padma Gurmeet of Ladakh has been named a Padma Shri awardee in the field of medicine, underscoring the diverse range of contributions from the region honoured in 2026.

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JDU Leader Mashooq ahmad Opposes NC’s Move to Shift Deputy CEO Office to ChitragamCalls Out Continuous Neglect of Kaprin...
09/07/2025

JDU Leader Mashooq ahmad Opposes NC’s Move to Shift Deputy CEO Office to Chitragam

Calls Out Continuous Neglect of Kaprin Area in Administrative Setup

Janata Dal United (JDU) South Kashmir Incharge, Mashooq Ahmad, has strongly opposed the recent decision of the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference to shift the Deputy Chief Education Officer (CEO) office from Shopian to Chitragam. He termed the move as unjust and discriminatory towards the people of Kaprin and its adjoining areas.

In a statement issued today, Mashooq Ahmad said that Kaprin has consistently been neglected in terms of administrative and developmental priorities. Every time there's a discussion about tehsil status, PHE subdivisions, or other public offices, Kaprin is sidelined. This marginalization must stop, he asserted.

He highlighted that Kaprin was among the few areas to have a Higher Secondary School since the 1980s and yet, despite persistent public demand, the government has failed to introduce additional academic streams in the institution. Our youth are forced to travel long distances for basic higher education facilities, he said.

The JDU leader further demanded that Kaprin, considering its growing population and strategic location, deserves a government degree college. Why is Kaprin always overlooked when it comes to educational and infrastructural development? The people of this area have every right to be treated equally, Mashooq added.

He urged the administration to reconsider the shifting of the Deputy CEO office and called on the political leadership to ensure equitable development rather than indulging in selective favoritism.
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13/04/2025

Wallet Lost!
Bilal Ahmad check from kaprin shopian lost his wallet travelling from Kaprin to Kachdoora,Bemnipora ,Hanjipora route and return from Gadapora to kaprin the wallet contains some important cards and a cash of 4000 rupees if anybody found it kindly return it to the owner 6005196899
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01/04/2025

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01/03/2025

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The gold worth 1lakh 50 thousand, which was lost yesterday, returned back.
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28/02/2025

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Gold worth 1lakh 50 thousand rupees lost while travelling from Shopian to Kaprin if anybody found it kindly Return it to the Owner namely Muzamil Thoker from kaprin shopian (7006821530 )

11/02/2025


Blessed be the parents of this daughter.
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26/01/2025

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| Under the Chinar Conservation Project Launched by Jammu and Kashmir Government, Chinar trees in Kashmir are being ge...
21/01/2025

| Under the Chinar Conservation Project Launched by Jammu and Kashmir Government, Chinar trees in Kashmir are being geotagged, QR-Enabled in the region.
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DC Shopian visits Mughal Road, takes on spot assessment of traffic worthiness for road openingSHOPIAN, JANUARY 13: Deput...
13/01/2025

DC Shopian visits Mughal Road, takes on spot assessment of traffic worthiness for road opening

SHOPIAN, JANUARY 13: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar today visited Mughal Road to assess and evaluate the road's traffic worthiness for reopening.

The DC's visit up to Peer Ki Gali for on-spot assessment was crucial vis a vis determining if it is safe for vehicles to ply on road, which is a vital link connecting Kashmir with Jammu through Peer Panjal Mountains.

DC along with other officers stopped over many places enroute Peer Ki Gali. Frost and slippery conditions at many places along the road has been found and same is a challenge to be tackled first before seeing its re- opening,

By doing so, the administration aims to ensure the road is safe for travelers and commuters.

ADDC, Dr Nasir Ahmad Lone and other civil & police officers were also present on the occasion.

No:-PR/DDI/SGR/24/5145/
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11/01/2025

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