The Kashmir Monitor

12/01/2026

Latest weather report issued by the India Meteorological Department (MET).

Video: Sahil Mir / KM

12/01/2026

For over three decades, Abdul Aziz of Fateh Kadal has been carving stories into wood, keeping alive the soul of Kashmiri craftsmanship.

Video: Sahil Mir / KM

10/01/2026

Renowned Gynaecologist Prof. Dr. Farhat Hamid Passes Away

Srinagar: The medical fraternity and people of Jammu and Kashmir are deeply saddened by the demise of renowned gynaecologist Prof. Dr. Farhat Hamid, who passed away today. Prof. Dr. Farhat Hamid was a highly respected name in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology and dedicated her life to women’...

10/01/2026

Learn From Past Sacrifices, Build a Resilient Nation: NSA Doval to Youth

New Delhi: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval called upon the youth of the country to reflect on India’s long and painful history and draw inspiration from it to rebuild a strong, self-reliant nation rooted in its own values and beliefs. Addressing the inaugural session of the Viksit Bharat Youn...

10/01/2026

Kashmir tourism showing revival signs: CM

Amritsar,: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said the tourism sector in the Union Territory has begun to show signs of revival following recent snowfall, after facing a challenging year marked by multiple setbacks. Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister said last year was p...

08/01/2026

Several houses were damaged after a fire broke out in Nowhatta, triggering panic among residents in the area.

Video: Sahil Mir / KM

08/01/2026

Football players from various teams compete amid freezing temperatures during the second round of the Reliance Foundation Youth Sports 2025 Football Development League, organised to promote football in the Valley.

Photo: KM / Umar Ganie

07/01/2026

Youngsters warm themselves around a fire on a cold winter night during Chillai Kalan—the harsh winter period—in Srinagar. Temperatures dropped sharply after the onset of peak winter, with minimums across most parts of the Valley settling below the freezing point.

Photo: KM / Umar Ganie

06/01/2026

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah unveiled the 2026 tourism and JKCCC calendars and launched the Tourism Kashmir website, besides announcing new skiing courses and training programmes to promote year-round tourism in the Valley.

Video: Sahil Mir / KM

06/01/2026

Massive flames rise from factories and residential houses during a major fire at Bulbul Bagh, Barzulla area of Srinagar on Tuesday evening.

Photo: KM / Umar Ganie

06/01/2026

CM Omar unveils 2026 Tourism, JKCCC Calendars

Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah tunveiled the 2026 calendars of the Tourism Department and the Jammu & Kashmir Cable Car Corporation at the Civil Secretariat.The calendars highlight prominent tourist destinations and tourism-related infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir. Congratulating the...

06/01/2026

CM Omar Virtually Launches 14-Day Integrated Ski Training Programme

Srinagar: In a major push to promote winter sports and position Kashmir as a premier skiing destination, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday virtually inaugurated a 14-day Integrated Ski Training Course spanning Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Doodhpathri, The Office of the J&K CM post on X stated that...