CNS Kashmir

10/09/2026

IGP Kashmir Cracks Down on Terror Ecosystem, Reviews Security Grid in Kulgam and Shopian

Kulgam/Shopian, Sept,10th (CNS): Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, Sujit Kumar-IPS, on Thursday conducted a comprehensive security review of Kulgam and Shopian districts, taking stock of the counter-terrorism grid, anti-terror operations, crime control mechanisms and the overall law-and-order situation.

The IGP was accompanied by Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Kashmir Range, Javed Iqbal Mattoo-IPS.
During his visit, Sujit Kumar chaired high-level security and crime review meetings in both districts, attended by the respective Senior Superintendents of Police and other senior police and jurisdictional officers. The district police leadership briefed the IGP on the prevailing security environment, ongoing counter-terrorism operations, counter-insurgency deployment, crime trends and measures being adopted to prevent disruption of public order.

Taking a firm line on the security situation, the IGP directed field formations to further strengthen intelligence-based policing, intensify coordination with partner agencies and ensure rapid and decisive action against emerging threats.

He called for sustained and uncompromising pressure on terrorist networks and their support ecosystems, stressing that any attempt to undermine peace, security and public order must be dealt with firmly and within the framework of law.

The IGP also reviewed the operational preparedness of field formations and underscored the importance of maintaining heightened vigilance, strengthening the counter-insurgency grid and ensuring seamless coordination at the ground level.
As part of the tour, Sujit Kumar visited the rural Sub-Division D.H. Pora in Kulgam, where he interacted with supervisory officers, Station House Officers and personnel of the Special Operations Group.

The IGP directed the officers and personnel to remain alert, proactive and professionally prepared to counter emerging security challenges while simultaneously strengthening measures aimed at crime prevention and maintenance of public order.

10/09/2026

Mehbooba Mufti Visits Muqam, Applauds Lal Ded’s Vakhs on Pashmina

Anantnag Sept 10th (CNS)PDP president Mehbooba Mufti visited Muqam and praised its traditional Kashmiri architecture, drawing a comparison with the historic Dub at Rajbagh Riverfront.

In a post on X, she also appreciated artists Masood Hussain and Mujtaba Qadri for bringing Lal Ded’s timeless Vakhs to life through 20 paintings on Pashmina, describing the work as a beautiful blend of Kashmir’s poetry, memory and cultural heritage.

10/09/2026

BREAKING: Minor Swept Away in Madhumati River, Bandipora Rescue Operation Underway

10/09/2026

Media Delegation Reviews Strategic Significance of Zojila Tunnel on Fourth Day of Kashmir Press Tour

Srinagar, Sept,10th, (CNS): A 13-member media delegation from the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Kochi, on Thursday visited the Zojila Main Tunnel Project as part of its ongoing press tour of Jammu and Kashmir, gaining first-hand exposure to one of the region’s most strategically consequential infrastructure projects.

The visit on the fourth day of the tour provided the journalists an opportunity to assess the progress of the ambitious tunnel project and understand its far-reaching implications for connectivity, strategic mobility, logistics and socio-economic development in the region.

The Zojila Tunnel Project is being executed by the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL).

During the visit, Yousef Es'haghpour Rahimabadi, Team Leader of the Authority Engineer for NHIDCL’s Zojila Road and Tunnel Projects, briefed the delegation on the construction status, engineering challenges and comprehensive safety mechanisms being deployed at the project.

The approximately 13.15-kilometre-long bi-directional Zojila Main Tunnel, being constructed between Baltal in Jammu and Kashmir and Minamarg in Ladakh, is envisaged as a critical link capable of transforming connectivity between the two regions.

Once operational, the tunnel is expected to drastically reduce the time required to cross the Zojila Pass, bringing the journey down from approximately 2–3.5 hours to 20–30 minutes. More significantly, it is expected to overcome the prolonged winter isolation of Ladakh, when the Zojila Pass traditionally remains closed for nearly five to six months because of heavy snowfall.

Addressing the delegation, Yousaf underscored the project’s strategic importance, particularly its potential to strengthen the movement of essential supplies, fuel and other critical commodities towards Ladakh. The tunnel is also expected to enhance road safety, improve logistical efficiency and provide a more dependable transportation corridor in one of the country’s most challenging and strategically sensitive terrains.

The project is likely to have implications extending beyond connectivity. According to the briefing, its completion is expected to create employment opportunities, stimulate economic activity and contribute to the broader development of communities along the corridor.

The media delegation also visited Sonamarg, where the journalists witnessed the region’s striking natural landscape and lush green surroundings, offering them an opportunity to experience the diverse geographical and cultural dimensions of Jammu and Kashmir.

The visit underscored the growing significance of major infrastructure initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir and their role in strengthening connectivity, resilience and strategic preparedness along the vital corridor to Ladakh.

10/09/2026

ASI Caught in ACB Trap in Reasi Over Alleged Bribe

Srinagar, Sept 10th (CNS): The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday trapped an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Talib Hussain, posted at Police Post Talwara under Police Station Reasi, in connection with an alleged bribe demand.

Official sources said the ACB acted on a complaint alleging that the police official had demanded illegal gratification.

A trap operation was subsequently laid by the anti-graft agency on Thursday afternoon, during which the ASI was allegedly caught accepting the bribe.

Further details regarding the case and legal proceedings are awaited.

10/09/2026

SMC Launches Online Waste Bin Booking Service

Srinagar, Sept 10th (CNS): Srinagar Municipal Corporation Commissioner Faz L*l Haseeb, along with Joint Commissioner Suhail Ul Islam, on Thursday launched an Online Waste Bin Booking Service for city residents.

The digital facility allows citizens to request waste bins online without visiting SMC offices. The system will also enable the Corporation to digitally track requests, monitor their status and improve resource deployment.

The Commissioner said the initiative is aimed at strengthening citizen-centric, transparent and technology-driven civic services. Residents can submit requests through the official SMC website.

10/09/2026

PM-SETU to Overhaul J&K ITIs into Industry-Driven Skill Hubs: CS Dulloo

₹482-Crore Indicative Investment to Catalyse High-End Skills and Employment

Srinagar, Sept 10th ?CNS): Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Thursday asserted that the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme will fundamentally revamp Jammu and Kashmir’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), turning them into industry-driven centres of advanced skilling and employability.

Chairing the maiden UT-level Steering Committee meeting to oversee the implementation of the scheme, Dulloo emphasised that the proposed transformation must transcend conventional infrastructure augmentation and establish a robust ecosystem aligned with industrial demand, technological advancements and emerging employment avenues.

He stressed that industry partners must bring more than financial participation, calling for their substantive involvement in technology transfer, domain expertise, contemporary training methodologies, exposure to industrial processes and credible placement avenues for trained youth.

“ITIs must be closely synchronised with industry requirements so that the skills imparted translate into meaningful and remunerative employment,” the Chief Secretary said, underscoring the imperative of closer collaboration among the government, industry and training institutions.

Secretary, Skill Development Department, Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, briefed the committee on the institutional architecture, financing mechanism, proposed upgradation and implementation roadmap of PM-SETU.

The scheme envisages an indicative investment of ₹482 crore over five years in J&K, with ₹241 crore earmarked for each hub-and-spoke cluster. As part of the initiative, 10 government ITIs will be transformed into modern, industry-oriented institutions.

The institutions will be structured into two hub-and-spoke clusters, with one Hub ITI in each administrative division functioning as a technological and resource centre for four Spoke ITIs.

The upgraded hubs will be equipped with advanced technologies, modern training infrastructure and incubation facilities, besides strengthening the capacities of trainers. The scheme has set an institutional placement target of 75 per cent.

A defining feature of PM-SETU is its industry-led implementation mechanism through Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), enabling industry stakeholders to play a decisive role in institutional governance, curriculum selection, technology adoption, training and placements. The framework seeks to ensure that skilling remains demand-driven and responsive to evolving market requirements.

The priority sectors include advanced and smart manufacturing, heavy engineering and automotive, electricals, electronics and telecom, process and food processing industries, textiles and garments, construction and building interiors, besides other emerging sectors with substantial employment potential.

The financial architecture envisages a tripartite contribution, with 74.7 per cent from the Centre, 8.3 per cent from the UT Government and 17 per cent from Anchor Industry Partners.

Dulloo, while concluding the meeting, maintained that the scheme’s success would be judged by its ability to establish a sustained pipeline of industry-ready manpower and provide J&K’s youth with enhanced avenues for employment, entrepreneurship and economic advancement.

10/09/2026

DGP Nalin Prabhat Visits Joint Security Base at Doda-Kathua-Udhampur Trijunction

Doda, Sep 10th (CNS): Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday visited a Joint Temporary Operating Base (TOB) located in the area of the Doda-Kathua-Udhampur trijunction.

The DGP was accompanied by IG Jammu Zone, DIG DKR Range, DIG UR Range and SSP Doda during the visit.

The Joint TOB is manned by personnel of the Special Operations Group (SOG), Rashtriya Ri**es (RR) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

During the visit, the senior officers reviewed the security arrangements and operational preparedness of the joint deployment in the area. They also assessed the functioning of the forces deployed at the strategically important location.

The visit comes amid heightened focus on strengthening security and coordination among various security agencies in vulnerable areas.

The joint deployment of SOG, RR and CRPF reflects the coordinated efforts of security forces to maintain operational readiness and ensure security in the region.

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Centre Extends LTC Facility for J&K Visit by Two More Years

New DelhiI, Sep10th (CNS): In a major relief for Central Government employees, the Centre has extended the special Leave Travel Concession (LTC) facility for visiting Jammu & Kashmir by another two years.

The extension, ordered by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), will enable eligible employees to avail the special travel concession for visits to Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, the North-Eastern Region and Andaman & Nicobar Islands until September 25, 2028.

Under the scheme, eligible employees can convert one Home Town LTC into an LTC for visiting the covered regions, subject to the prescribed rules and conditions.

The decision is expected to provide greater travel opportunities to government employees and further facilitate tourism and connectivity to Jammu & Kashmir and other designated regions.

The Centre’s move assumes significance for Jammu & Kashmir, where increased tourist and visitor movement has been a key focus of efforts to boost the region’s economy and strengthen its integration with the rest of the country.