Kashmir Today

11/01/2026

Bilal Ahmad Bhat Elected President of Sumo Stand Awantipora After Peaceful Poll

Awantipora, Jan 11:
The annual election of the Sumo Stand in Awantipora was held today and concluded peacefully.
Bilal Ahmad Bhat, son of Jalal Uddin Bhat of Noorpora, Tral, emerged victorious by a narrow margin of eight votes against his rival, M. Hussain Najar, son of M. Amin Najar, also a resident of Noorpora, Tral.
Following the announcement of the results, Bilal Ahmad Bhat was formally declared the new president of the Sumo Stand Awantipora. The smooth conduct of the election was widely appreciated by local stakeholders.

10/01/2026

08/01/2026

Fire Breaks Out in Nayak Mohalla, Pinglena Area of Pulwama; One Residential House Affected

31/12/2025

In the loving memory of
Late Jana Begum

Resident of House No. 413–414, near Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Chanapora Housing Colony,

She left for her heavenly abode on 31 December 2025.
Fateha Khwani will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM at the Chanapora Graveyard.

Mourned by her family:
Mohammad Altaf Sofi – 7252045944
Hilal Ahmad Sofi – 9001910733

May Allah grant her Jannat-ul-Firdous and give strength to the bereaved family. Ameen

30/12/2025

Illegal Mining Ravages Tral in Pulwama, Triggers Severe Environmental Crisis

Pulwama, Dec 30 :(CNS)
Illegal mining in the historic and resource-rich Tral region of Pulwama district has assumed alarming proportions, causing widespread environmental destruction and threatening the livelihood of thousands. Spread across 102 villages, the region is witnessing a rapid drying up of natural streams, turning once-thriving water bodies into scenes of devastation.

According to local sources, several key streams—including Satoora, Rathsun, Watal Ara and Chandri Nallah—have been badly damaged due to unchecked excavation and large-scale soil extraction. Residents say rampant illegal mining has crippled the natural flow of water, leaving vast stretches dry and ecologically unstable.

Eyewitnesses allege that heavy machinery is being used round the clock inside natural watercourses, leading to massive soil erosion and irreversible damage to the fragile ecosystem. Locals warn that the altered streambeds and weakened embankments have significantly increased the risk of flash floods, posing a serious threat to nearby habitations.

The impact has been devastating for public infrastructure as well. Water supply schemes worth crores of rupees have been destroyed, while irrigation schemes—vital for the agrarian economy of the region—stand on the verge of collapse. Farmers report acute water scarcity, crop losses and a direct blow to their livelihoods, deepening economic distress in the area.

Expressing grave concern over the administration’s inaction, residents have demanded immediate intervention from the District Development Commissioner, Pulwama. They warn that failure to act promptly could turn the crisis into a humanitarian and environmental disaster with long-term consequences for future generations.

The local population has called for strict legal action against those involved in illegal mining, immediate seizure of heavy machinery, and urgent restoration of damaged water and irrigation infrastructure. The unfolding situation in Tral once again underscores the urgent need for decisive and effective measures to protect natural resources, failing which the environmental identity and historical character of the region could be permanently lost.(CNS)

28/12/2025

Dr Mir Samiullah boosts party cadre in Pulwama, announces massive campaign

Pulwama: Apni Party District President Pulwama Dr Mir Samiullah conducted a series of meetings with party workers and leaders in Pulwama, emphasizing the need to intensify ground activities.
The Apni Party leader impressed upon the cadre to be more engaged with the community and prepare for a massive campaign highlighting developmental and political injustices faced by Pulwama.
Dr Samiullah asked to focus on issues affecting the people of Pulwama and helping them voice their concerns. He urged workers to stay proactive and united in addressing these concerns.

28/12/2025

NC Leader Mir Umer Holds Workers’ Meet in Srinagar , Assures Redressal of Public Grievances

26/12/2025

Mir Arifa urges J&K Govt to absorb MBBS Doctors ,Citing WHO Norms and Doctor Shortage in J&K :

Srinagar: Doctor Urges J&K Govt to Absorb MBBS Graduates, Citing WHO Norms and Doctor Shortage

Srinagar: Senior political activist and former health campaigner Mir Arifa Jan has urged the Jammu and Kashmir government to immediately absorb unemployed MBBS graduates into the public health system, warning that continued delays are deepening the region’s healthcare crisis.
In a detailed representation addressed to the Lieutenant Governor, Jan highlighted that Jammu and Kashmir continues to fall short of the doctor–population ratio recommended by the World Health Organization, particularly in rural and border areas. She pointed out that despite hundreds of MBBS graduates passing out each year, many remain unemployed due to limited recruitment, forcing some to migrate outside the Union Territory.

The letter emphasizes that the region’s growing population, difficult terrain, and high disease burden require urgent strengthening of primary and secondary healthcare facilities. Jan argued that the non-absorption of trained doctors not only wastes public investment in medical education but also compromises patient care in government hospitals.

Calling for time-bound recruitment, she appealed for transparent and regular selection processes, creation of additional posts, and preferential deployment of doctors to underserved areas across Jammu and Kashmir. She further stressed that prompt action would reduce unemployment among medical graduates while significantly improving healthcare delivery.
The appeal has reignited debate on healthcare staffing and the need for policy reforms to align local health planning with international standards.

25/12/2025

Tangmarg Police has detained a youth for allegedly assaulting his father. A case has been registered, and further investigation is underway.

24/12/2025

J&K Police attaches property of Notorious Drug Peddler Worth Rs 3 Crores in Srinagar. The property includes double-storeyed residential house and double-storeyed shopping complex, along with land measuring 1 Kanal and 4 marlas. The properties as per police press release belong to a notorious drug peddler namely Ajaz Ahmad Mir son of Late Ali Ahmad resident of Palpora Noorbagh, who is involved in case FIR No. 201/2022 u/s 8/21 NDPS Act of Police Station Safakadal.

23/12/2025

IGP Kashmir Reviews Crime, Security Situation in Sopore; Calls for Proactive Policing, Firm Action Against Drugs, Terror

23/12/2025

Srinagar POCSO Court Sentences Man to 12 Years RI in 2018 Child Sexual Assault Case, Orders ₹7 Lakh Compensation