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09/17/2026

Watch: An Exclusive Conversation with the Chief Spokesperson of Mega Fruit Mandi Aglar, Shopian, in a Special Interaction with Mohsin, discussing issues, developments and concerns related to the fruit trade and apple growers.

09/17/2026

Health Minister Sakeena Itoo appeals to NHM employees to call off their strike and resume duties, assuring that the government will examine their concerns and make efforts to address them.

09/17/2026

_"War On Drug Continues"_
*Kulgam Police arrests Drug Peddler; contraband substance recovered*

*Kulgam* : September 17, 2026

Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Kulgam police have arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.

A police party of Police Station Kulgam during a naka checking at Amnoo apprehended a suspected person identified as Ashfaq Ahmad Wani son of Bilal Ahmad Wani resident of Mirhama, Kulgam. During checking, *1.450 KG of Ganja-like* Contraband substance filled in a bag and cash of Rs 3000 pertaining to proceeds of narcotics have been recovered from his possession. He has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody.

Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 164/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station Kulgam and further investigation has been taken up.

Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding drug peddlers in their neighbourhood. Persons found indulging in drug peddling will be dealt as per law. Our consistent actions against drug peddlers should reassure the community members that we are making efforts to keep our society free from the scourge of drug menace.

09/17/2026

JKBOSE Announces Date Sheets For Class 10th, 11th And 12th Annual Regular Exams

Class 10 Exams From October 19, Class 11 From October 29 And Class 12 From October 21; All Papers To Begin At 11 AM

Aazan Manzoor

Srinagar, Sep 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has issued the date sheets for the Annual Regular 2026 examinations of Secondary School (Class 10th), Higher Secondary Part-I (Class 11th) and Higher Secondary Part-II (Class 12th) for Kashmir Division, winter-zone areas of Jammu Division and the Union Territory of Ladakh.

According to the datesheets available with news agency JKNS stated that, For Class 10th, the examinations will commence on October 19, 2026, with Mathematics as the first paper. The examination will continue through November 18, covering Urdu/Hindi, Science, English, Social Science, Music, additional/optional subjects, vocational subjects, Home Science, Painting/Art & Drawing and Computer Science.

The Class 11th examinations will begin on October 29 with subjects including Biology, Botany, Zoology and Statistics for Science students, Political Science and Statistics for Arts students, and Accountancy for Commerce students. The examinations will continue until November 30.

For Class 12th, the examinations will commence on October 21 with Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, followed by Geography and other subject papers. The examination schedule will conclude on November 21.

According to the date sheets, all examinations for Classes 10th, 11th and 12th will commence at 11:00 AM.

JKBOSE has also stated that the date sheet for practical examinations will be issued separately by the respective Joint Secretaries. For Class 10th vocational subjects, the date for the external practical examination will also be issued separately.

The Board has advised candidates to strictly follow the instructions mentioned on their admit cards and bring them along on all days of examination for identification and verification. (JKNS)

09/16/2026

Annual Principals’ and Administrative Officers’ Conference 2026

09/16/2026

A training programme for the preparation of the District Census Handbook (DCHB) was held today at Conference Hall,Mini Secretariat,Kulgam as part of the ongoing preparations for Census 2027.

The training programme was organised to acquaint the concerned officials with the procedures, formats and other technical aspects involved in the preparation of the District Census Handbook.

The training was imparted by officers from the Directorate of Census Operations (DCO),J&K, who provided detailed guidance on the collection, compilation, verification and presentation of the requisite information.

During the training, participants were briefed about the structure and salient features of the DCHB, the information to be collected through revenue and other official records, preparation of village and town directories, identification of relevant fields, scrutiny of data and adherence to the prescribed schedules and timelines.

Speaking on the occasion,District Census Officer, Kulgam,Viqar Ahmad Giri, emphasised the importance of the DCHB in providing a comprehensive statistical and administrative profile of the district and highlighted that the Handbook shall serve as an important reference document containing valuable information relating to villages, towns, administrative units, demographic characteristics, civic amenities, infrastructure and other relevant indicators.

He further stressed upon the officials to undertake the assigned work with accuracy, diligence and a coordinated approach, ensuring that the information collected from the field and available through official records is properly verified before compilation.

The officers of DCO also interacted with the participants and addressed their queries regarding the various components of DCHB preparation.

09/16/2026

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09/16/2026

*Kulgam Police Arrest Three Drug Peddlers, Including a Lady Drug Peddler, Recover 190.5 Grams of He**in-Like Substance*

Kulgam, 16.09.2026:

Continuing its intensified campaign against drug trafficking, Kulgam Police arrested three alleged drug peddlers, including a lady drug peddler, in two separate actions and recovered a total of 190.5 grams of heroin-like substance.

In the first action, during dynamic naka checking at Upper Market Qazigund near Town Hall, a woman found roaming under suspicious circumstances was apprehended by the police party. During the search of her bag, 20.5 grams of He**in-like substance, packed in a black polythene envelope, was recovered.

The woman has been identified identity as Aqsa Bashir D/O Bashir Ahmad Dar, R/O Hardpora Akinpora, Anantnag. Accordingly, FIR No. 221/2026 under Sections 8/21 NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Qazigund and investigation taken up.

In another action, a dynamic naka was established near the North Portal of Navyug Tunnel, where the naka party of PP Navyug Tunnel intercepted a silver-coloured Swift Dzire bearing registration No. JK09E-9019.

During checking, 170 grams of He**in was recovered from the possession of the two occupants, namely Imran Mir S/O Mohd Akram Mir and Muhbat Dar S/O Maqsood Ahmed Dar, both residents of Karnah, Kupwara.

Both were arrested and FIR No. 222/2026 under Sections 8/21/29 NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Qazigund. Investigation has been taken up to establish the source of the contraband and identify other persons involved.

SSP Kulgam, stated that Kulgam Police will continue its sustained drive against drug trafficking and take stringent legal action against those involved. He appealed to the public to remain vigilant and promptly share information regarding drug trafficking with Police.The identity of informants will be kept confidential.

09/15/2026

09/15/2026

*Baramulla Police Arrests Drug Peddler at Devar; He**in-Like Substance Recovered*

*Baramulla | September 15, 2026*

Continuing its sustained drive against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Baramulla Police today apprehended a suspected drug peddler during naka checking at Devar area.

The accused, identified as Syed Ahmad Shah S/O Syed Mustafa Shah R/O Devar, was tactfully apprehended by the police team. During his personal search, approximately 02 grams of heroin-like substance, one mobile phone and ₹4,000 Net Cash were recovered and seized as per due procedure.

In this regard, FIR Nr. 214/2026 under Sections 8/21 NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Pattan, and investigation has been initiated to ascertain the source and intended supply of the recovered narcotic substance.

Baramulla Police reiterates its commitment to curbing the drug menace and urges the public to extend cooperation in identifying and reporting activities related to drug trafficking.