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24/08/2026

32 candidates attend DYSS Umpiring and Scorer Capacity-Building Course

*Initiative launched to boost professionalism and sharpen officiating skills

JAMMU, Aug 24: Thirty-two participants from districts across the Jammu division have begun a four-day Capacity-Building Course in Cricket Umpiring and Scoring, organised by the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA). The course commenced today at the JKCA Hostel Ground, Jammu.

The initiative is part of DYSS’s broader effort to professionalise officiating and match administration within the region and to strengthen the selection process for district- and state-level cricket events.

20 candidates, including Physical Education Masters (PEMs), Physical Education Teachers (PETs) and REKs, are enrolled in the umpiring stream, while 12 candidates are taking part in the scorer stream.

JKCA has appointed qualified resource persons for the programme. BCCI Panel Scorer Ashwani Kumar will lead the Scorer Course, while JKCA Panel Umpire Udhay Veer Anthal will conduct the Umpiring Course.

Rajesh Dhar, Lecturer in Physical Education (PEL), and Jagtar Singh, Physical Education Teacher (PET), have been designated as the DYSS nodal officers for the Umpiring and Scorer Courses respectively.

Those who attended Umpiring Course included Jagandeep Singh, Mukesh Sharma, Waqar Hafeez, Aquib Javed, Tarseem Sharma, Vinod Kumar, Sanjay Badyal, Ravi Kumar, Imran Fazali, Gurvinder Singh, Neeraj Singh Raju, Mohd Anis, Gulam Mustafa, Ashutosh Sharma, Rohit Singh Slathia, Narinder Chib, Ashish Kumar, Ankush Sharma, Chander Kiran and Navin Kumar.

The Scorer Course is being attended by Anamika Khajuria, Satika Sharma, Nayna, Samad Ahmed, Sudarshan Singh, Navin Kumar, Shekhar Raina, Randeep Singh, Ajaz Ahmed, Atul Sharma, Vikas Singh and Farooq Ahmed Bharu.

Officials from Project Management Unit (PMU) of DYSS--Pankaj Sasun (PEL) and Rahul Bakshi (PET) visited the venue and interacted with the participating candidates.

“These courses have been organised to make professionalism a buzzword within the department and to enhance and boost officiating skill of employees, besides promoting transparency and fairness in the selection process,” said Ms. Anuradha Gupta, Director General, Youth Services and Sports, J&K.

She added that the training will equip local officials with up-to-date technical knowledge and practical skills, supporting higher standards of match conduct and record-keeping across the region.

During the four-day programme participants will receive classroom instruction, on-field practical sessions, and assessments led by the resource persons.

Successful candidates will be better positioned to officiate and manage matches at district and state levels, contributing to more robust and credible selection pathways.

Similar Courses will be held at Srinagar from August 31 to September 3, 2026.

24/08/2026

Abid Mushtaq’s web of spin puts North Zone firmly in control

BENGALURU, Aug 24: Left-arm orthodox Abid Mushtaq spun a web around the West Zone batting line-up, finishing with a match-changing five-for as North Zone seized control of the Duleep Trophy fixture at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

Mushtaq’s magical spell reduced West Zone to 187, giving North Zone a useful first-innings lead of 64 on a pitch that increasingly favoured the bowlers. Shams Mulani top-scored for West Zone with a patient 52 off 94 balls, including seven fours and a six. Musheer Khan made 31, while Prithvi Shaw and Shivalik Sharma chipped in with 22 apiece.
Mushtaq finished with 5 for 39 from 25.4 overs. Arshdeep Singh supported him well, returning 3 wickets, and Anshul Kamboj picked up two.

In reply, North Zone were 107 for 4 in their second innings at stumps on day two. Middle-order batter Ayush Badoni was unbeaten on 39 and skipper Kanhaiya Wadhawan on 8. Other contributors in North Zone’s first-innings tally included Abdul Samad (30), Qamran Iqbal (16) and Ayush Doseja (13).
For West Zone, Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian claimed two wickets each.

Earlier, after winning the toss and electing to bat, North Zone posted 251 in 66.5 overs. Anshul Kamboj produced a powerful 60 featuring five fours and five sixes. Ayush Badoni made 52 and Ayush Doseja added 42, while Qamran Iqbal (26) and Abid Mushtaq (19) made useful contributions.

Tushar Deshpande and Tanush Kotian were the chief wicket-takers for West Zone, taking four wickets each. Mukesh Choudhary and Shardul Thakur took one apiece.

23/08/2026

Shreya Gupta, Vishal Thapar qualify for 20th Asian Games; Shreya first female athlete from J&K to do so

JAMMU, Aug 23: Shreya Gupta has made history as the first female athlete from Jammu & Kashmir to qualify for the Asian Games, while fellow sabre fencer Vishal Thapar has also earned selection for the continental event.

Both athletes will represent India at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi–Nagoya, Japan, in September 2026 — a landmark moment for fencing in the Union Territory.

Shreya, the reigning Senior National Champion, qualified for both the individual and team events on the strength of her national and international performances. Vishal secured his place in the team event based on ranking. Their qualifications are the result of years of rigorous training, discipline and consistent results at national and international competitions.

The achievements of Shreya and Vishal are being celebrated across Jammu & Kashmir as a breakthrough for the sport. Shreya’s historic qualification is expected to inspire a new generation of women athletes in the region, while Vishal’s selection highlights the growing strength of J&K fencing on the national stage.

Nuzhat Gul, Secretary of the J&K Sports Council, congratulated both athletes, praised their dedication, and affirmed the government’s commitment to supporting deserving sportspersons who bring glory to the Union Territory.

M. J. Sharma, founding president of the J&K Fencing Association, and widely regarded as the father of fencing in J&K, said seeing local fencers qualify for the Asian Games fulfilled a 30-year dream.

Office-bearers of the J&K Amateur Fencing Association — including General Secretary Bhanu Vijay Sharma and Treasurer Sanjay Gupta — also congratulated Shreya and Vishal on their remarkable achievement.

23/08/2026

Padikkal’s batting brilliance turns tide, India in control

COLOMBO, Aug 23: Devdutt Padikkal’s batting brilliance continued as he struck his second consecutive century of the series to put India firmly in command on day one of the second Test at Sinhalese Sports Club.

India, having elected to bat, finished the opening day on 300 for 5, powered by Padikkal’s masterful 117 off 193 balls, which included 12 crisp boundaries. The elegant left‑hander combined solidity with flair in a marathon knock that set the platform for the team.

Captain Shubman Gill provided excellent support with a measured 50 off 108 balls, hitting six boundaries, while Ravindra Jadeja added a valuable 43 from 83 deliveries with four boundaries. Opener Yashashvi Jaiswal gave the innings early impetus with 45, but KL Rahul fell cheaply for 18. Rishabh Pant retired hurt after scoring three.

For Sri Lanka, Asitha Fernando was the most successful bowler with three wickets. Lahiru Kumara and Keshara Nuwantha took one wicket apiece.

India finish day one well placed, with Padikkal’s century the clear highlight as they look to build a commanding first-innings total.

23/08/2026

HISTORY IN THE MAKING: FIVE J&K CRICKETERS IN NORTH ZONE PLAYING XI

JAMMU, AUG 23: WHAT WAS ONCE A DREAM—SEEING ONE OR AT MOST TWO PLAYERS FROM JAMMU & KASHMIR IN THE NORTH ZONE PLAYING XI FOR THE PRESTIGIOUS DULEEP TROPHY—HAS TURNED INTO REALITY ON A MUCH LARGER SCALE. IN THE ONGOING DULEEP TROPHY MATCH AT CoE BENGALURU, FIVE J&K CRICKETERS HAVE BEEN NAMED IN THE NORTH ZONE PLAYING XI, A TESTAMENT TO THE RAPID RISE OF CRICKET IN THE REGION.

THE SIDE IS LED BY J&K’S PROMISING CAPTAIN KANHAIYA WADHAWAN. THE OTHER FOUR PLAYERS IN THE PLAYING XI ARE EXPLOSIVE OPENER QAMRAN IQBAL, AGGRESSIVE MIDDLE-ORDER BATSMAN ABDUL SAMAD, LANKY LEFT-ARM PACER SUNIL KUMAR, AND RELIABLE SPINNING ALL-ROUNDER ABID MUSHTAQ.

OVERALL, SIX PLAYERS FROM J&K ARE IN THE NORTH ZONE SQUAD THIS SEASON. THE 6TH PLAYER IS SAHIL LOTRA, WHO REPLACED YUDHVIR SINGH IN THE SQUAD. THEIR PRESENCE IS NOTED DESPITE ABSENCES AND OTHERWISE CERTAINTIES — AUQIB NABI WHO IS ON NATIONAL DUTY, YUDHVIR SINGH WHO IS STILL RECOVERING FROM INJURY, AND SHUBHAM KHAJURIA WHO REMAINED UNAVAILABLE IN THE RANJI TROPHY FINALS LAST SEASON DUE TO A BACK SPASM, WHICH HAMPERED HIS SELECTION IN DULEEP TROPHY SQUAD.

THIS ACHIEVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS HOW THE JKCA HAS SUCCESSFULLY SHAPED CAREERS AND UNEARTHED TALENT OVER RECENT YEARS, UNDER THE DYNAMIC ADMINISTRATIVE AND TECHNICAL GUIDANCE OF MITHUN MANHAS, FORMER DIRECTOR OF CRICKET OPERATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT JKCA (2021–2025).

19/08/2026

Suthar, Paddikal masterclasses power India to 165-run win over Sri Lanka

GALLE, Aug 19: A vintage display of spin bowling by Manav Suthar and a commanding century from Devdutt Paddikal propelled India to a comprehensive 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle.

Chasing 371 for victory, Sri Lanka were dismissed for 206 in their second innings as Suthar wove a potent web around the batters, finishing with career-best figures of 6 for 55 from 24.4 overs. Prasidh Krishna claimed two wickets, while Mohammad Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja took one apiece. Sonal Dinusha (84) and Dhananjaya de Silva (59) resisted with useful contributions but could not avert defeat.

India had earlier posted a imposing 462 in their first innings, powered by Paddikal’s masterful 167 off 230 balls, which included 15 fours and a six. KL Rahul (82 off 175, 10 fours and a six) and Dhruv Jurel (51) provided valuable support; Rishabh Pant (39) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (32) also contributed to the total.

Sri Lanka replied with 284 in their first innings. Sonal Dinusha scored a hundred and Niroshan Dickwella made 80. Prabath Jayasuriya returned 4 wickets, Keshara Nuwantha 3, and Asitha Fernando 2. Suthar was India’s standout bowler in that innings as well, taking 4 wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja picked up 3. Mohammad Siraj, Prasidh Krishna and Kuldeep Yadav took one wicket each.

Following Sri Lanka’s second-innings collapse, India’s earlier second-innings total of 193 — with Rishabh Pant top-scoring with 66 — proved sufficient. Devdutt Paddikal and KL Rahul added 44 and 35 respectively in that innings. Asitha Fernando finished with four wickets in Sri Lanka’s second dig, and Prabath Jayasuriya took three.

India’s balance of authoritative batting and incisive spin proved decisive on a turning Galle pitch, giving them a convincing win in the opening Test.

Key performers
Manav Suthar: 4 wickets (1st innings), 6 for 55 (2nd innings) — match-turning spin.
Devdutt Paddikal: 167 off 230 — innings-defining century.
KL Rahul: 82 and 35 — solid contributions at the top.
Rishabh Pant: 66 — crucial lower-order resistance.
Prabath Jayasuriya: 4 and 3 — led Sri Lanka’s bowling efforts.

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19/08/2026

Govt. HSS Camp Bohri honours staff for exceptional performance and commitment

JAMMU, Aug 18: Government Higher Secondary School, Camp Bohri, honoured several staff members today in a simple ceremony for their outstanding contribution to student development and school welfare.

The awardees were Sh. Sanjay Kumar Bhat, Senior Lecturer — Prerna Award, for consistently inspiring and motivating students; Ms. Jyoti Pandita (Physical Education Master³) — Educational Leadership Award, for demonstrating exceptional leadership in student guidance and team building; Ms. Anjay Kumari (Lab Assistant) — Community Service Award, for notable social service and dedication to student welfare; Sh. Pawan Kumar Tickoo (Teacher) — Performance Pillar Award, for acting as a key catalyst in improving student performance; Sh. Ramesh Kumar Bhat (Master) — Voice and Vision Literacy Award, for conducting school programmes with distinction and enhancing the school’s cultural life and Sh. Sanjay Wanchoo (Lecturer) — Distinguished Educator Award, for his commanding and effective English instruction.

The ceremony was graced by former Chief Education Officer Sh. Sanjay Pandita as chief guest, and the school Principal, Sh. Sanjay Pandit, presided over the function.

Comparing teachers to spring breezes, the dignitaries praised them for nurturing students and helping them blossom.

Each awardee received a memento, and sweets were distributed among attendees to mark the occasion.

18/08/2026

J&K Sets District-Wise Roadmap for Sports Infrastructure, Wider Access to Sporting Facilities

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 18: Commissioner/Secretary, Department of Youth Services & Sports, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, today chaired a comprehensive review of the department’s sports infrastructure, ongoing capital works, Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS), Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) projects and programmes for strengthening sports and youth engagement across Jammu and Kashmir.

The review took stock of the work undertaken by the department over the past several months and set out a district-level roadmap for expansion, upgradation and better utilisation of sports facilities, with particular emphasis on equitable access, athlete development and time-bound completion of projects.

The meeting was attended by Director General Youth Services & Sports J&K Anuradha Gupta, senior officers of the department, Planning, Financial Advisor and Sports Council representatives, Chief Planning Officers, District Statistical and Evaluation Officers and District Youth Services & Sports Officers from across the Union Territory.

A detailed presentation was made on the portfolio of sports infrastructure projects taken up under CapEx, SASCI and CSS, along with the status of ongoing works, funding, ex*****on and future requirements. The department has taken up 210 new sports projects under CapEx and 17 projects under SASCI, with a cumulative investment of over ₹500 crore. Against these projects, around ₹160 crore has already been released to the concerned Heads of Departments and executing agencies.

Dr Shahid directed the concerned agencies to expedite tendering and ex*****on while maintaining quality standards and ensuring that projects are completed within approved timelines. He stressed that the focus should not only be on creation of new assets but also on making existing infrastructure functional, accessible and suitable for regular sporting activity.

The Commissioner/Secretary directed Chief Planning Officers, District Statistical and Evaluation Officers and District Youth Services & Sports Officers to undertake a comprehensive district-wise assessment of sports infrastructure, including playfields, stadiums, indoor facilities and other sporting assets.

The assessment will identify infrastructure gaps, underserved areas and facilities requiring augmentation. Existing assets will be mapped and geotagged, and district plans will form the basis for prioritising new infrastructure as well as upgradation of existing facilities.

He called for greater involvement of local youth and sporting communities at the planning stage so that facilities are designed around actual local requirements and receive sustained community utilisation.

Particular attention, he directed, should be given to border and remote areas, hilly and difficult terrain, tribal areas and other underserved regions, besides ensuring adequate sporting opportunities in schools, colleges and other educational institutions. The approach will seek to create a more balanced sports ecosystem in which access to facilities is not determined by geographical location.

The Commissioner/Secretary emphasised that infrastructure planning must be linked with a clear pathway for identification, nurturing and development of sporting talent. Facilities are to be assessed not merely as physical assets but for their ability to support regular coaching, competitions, access to equipment, fitness and conditioning, talent identification and progression of promising athletes.

The department will accordingly work towards strengthening the sporting ecosystem from the grassroots, with appropriate linkages between schools, colleges, district-level facilities, coaching programmes and higher-level training opportunities.

He also directed that existing playfields and indoor facilities be assessed for essential equipment, amenities and support systems so that the substantial public investment already made translates into greater utilisation and sporting outcomes.

*Regularisation and career progression of Rehbar-e-Khel* : The meeting also reviewed the status of regularisation of Rehbar-e-Khel (ReKs) engaged by the department. The Commissioner/Secretary was informed that formalities relating to the proposed regularisation of around 1,800 ReKs are at an advanced stage, while a proposal covering another 500 ReKs has been submitted to the Finance Department.

Dr Shahid Iqbal directed that the process be pursued on priority and with the objective of completing the regularisation process for all eligible ReKs during the current year, subject to completion of requisite statutory and financial formalities.

The meeting also reviewed the status of Physical Education Masters, Zonal Physical Education Officers and Physical Education Lecturers, with particular focus on career progression, regularisation and convening of Departmental Promotion Committees at different levels. Directions were issued for completing the pending processes in a time-bound manner.

Dr Shahid Iqbal said that a strong sports system requires investment not only in infrastructure but also in coaches, physical education professionals, athletes and institutional capacity. He directed the officers to maintain close coordination across the Youth Services & Sports, Planning and Statistical Evaluation wings so that planning, funding, ex*****on and monitoring remain aligned.

The review concluded with directions for preparation of district-level action plans, close monitoring of project timelines and continued assessment of infrastructure and human-resource requirements to ensure that sports facilities across Jammu and Kashmir are increasingly accessible, functional and responsive to the needs of young people and athletes

17/08/2026

Faizan Qayoom Honoured By District Administration Pulwama

On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Faizan Qayoom was honoured by the District Administration Pulwama in recognition of his dedicated work and contribution towards youth empowerment, sports, MY Bharat, community engagement, and social development.

The honour was presented in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Pulwama Shri Basharat Qayoom, SSP Pulwama Ms. IPS Tanushree, DDC Chairperson Syed Abdul Bari Andrabi, MLA Pulwama Waheed ur Rehman Para, MLA Pampora Hasnain Masoodi, and MLA Rajpora Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Sahib.

Expressing gratitude, Faizan Qayoom said the recognition is a proud and memorable moment and a great source of encouragement to continue working with greater dedication for the welfare and empowerment of youth. He also expressed heartfelt gratitude to MY Bharat Pulwama for its continuous support, encouragement, and opportunities to engage with and serve the youth.

“Grateful for the appreciation, and even more determined to keep serving.”

16/08/2026

Lieutenant Governor Addresses Foundation Day of KP Volunteers; felicitates volunteers for selfless service

JAMMU, AUGUST 16: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha graced the Foundation Day celebration of KP Volunteers, a humanitarian organisation and felicitated its volunteers for their selfless service to the society. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor lauded the organisation’s six-and-a-half years of tireless work in serving the needy and upholding the values of compassion, duty and humanity.

The Lieutenant Governor emphasised that true service lies in performing one’s duty without expectation of reward. He said KP Volunteers exemplify this spirit, having never sought fame or wealth but embraced service as a sacred duty.

The Lieutenant Governor recalled how the organisation began in April 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when a single bag of rice donated by the Jammu Ashram of Swami Nand Bab Sahib sowed the seed of a selfless service revolution. He said KP Volunteers has since grown into a trusted platform for humanitarian service across UT of Jammu Kashmir.

“I am proud that you have made the welfare of others your guiding principle. I believe that KP Volunteers is also living proof that when service is selfless, it continues to grow like light spreading from one lamp to another.

I have seen the achievements of the campaigns being conducted continuously by your organisation, and I can say that these figures tell the story of the far-reaching nature of your selfless service. Behind every statistic is a human being and a life that has been touched by assistance,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

Highlighting the organisation’s achievements, the Lieutenant Governor noted that under the Family Adoption Programme, 164 families receive monthly assistance in ration, medicines, and education and through the Emergency Assistance Programme, a number of families have been supported in times of crisis, including surgeries and debt relief. It was also informed that nearly 10,000 online medical consultations were provided during the pandemic and more than 6,500 emergency blood donations were facilitated. The financial Support was also extended for the marriages of daughters from economically weaker families.

“These are not merely achievements but they are important milestones in a journey of compassion and service,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor praised KP Volunteers for adopting Direct Benefit Transfer mechanisms, ensuring accountability and transforming service into a sacred human bond. He described the organisation’s 411 active volunteers worldwide as the priceless jewels of the Kashmiri Pandit community and urged that their numbers be expanded to meet future challenges in poverty, healthcare, and education.

The Lieutenant Governor also outlined four key priorities for the future- Expanding educational assistance to empower youth, strengthening healthcare support, creating a global volunteer network and empowering women through skill development and entrepreneurship, with greater leadership roles for women volunteers.

“Education is the most powerful instrument for the welfare of all. Empowering children with knowledge and education will prove to be the finest gift we can offer them. There is an urgent need to utilise the potential of the Kashmiri Pandit community settled across the world, as well as that of the Indian diaspora, in order to expand compassion and service and ensure that financial constraints do not obstruct various initiatives,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor also observed that the Kashmiri Pandit community has made unique contributions to nation-building, education, philosophy and culture. He said from ancient times to the modern era, scholars, saints and leaders from the Kashmiri Pandit community have played a significant role in strengthening the intellectual, cultural and administrative foundations of the country.

“KP Volunteers should draw inspiration from these great personalities and dedicate themselves to the field of service. Your objective should be to work together to build a future as glorious as your past.

You have kindled the flame of service. It is now the responsibility of the entire community to carry this flame forward.

Let us resolve today that we will never allow compassion to diminish. Let us pledge that every hungry child will receive food, every child will receive quality education, every young person will have employment, every sick person will receive medicine, and every struggling family will have the opportunity to live with dignity and honour,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

Responding to the demands, the Lieutenant Governor reiterated his commitment to the welfare of every member of the Kashmiri Pandit community. He emphasized that the administration, police, and security forces are fully dedicated to ensuring a peaceful environment. "Anyone who attempts to disrupt peace will not be allowed to succeed,” he said.

For outstanding contribution to soorts Rajesh Dhar and meritorious KP students were also felicitated on the occasion.

Shri Vikram Koul, Founder, KP Volunteers organization; Shri Kuldeep Khoda, former DGP; Dr. Arvind Karwani, Relief & Rehabilitation Commissioner; prominent citizens, members of KP Volunteers and people from different walks of life attended the event.

Shri Shridhar Patil, DIG JSK Range; Dr Rakesh Minhas, Deputy Commissioner Jammu, and other senior officials were also present.

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