Srinagar, August 19(KNB): The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch Kashmir today arrested a serving Patwari, Khursheed Ahmad Bhat, for his alleged lead role in a multi-crore land scam in Ganderbal. The case involves the fraudulent sale of a 7-kanal, 2-marla plot of land in Mouza Nuner. AccordingContinue Reading
KUPWARA, AUGUST 19(KNB): Kupwara Police today arrested two individuals, including a woman, and recovered a heroin-like substance after intercepting a suspicious vehicle during a routine check, a police official stated. According to a statement from the police, a team from Police Station Kupwara was conducting routine patrolling and naka checkingContinue Reading
Pulwama, J&K – August 18, 2025 – After a legal battle spanning over 17 years, the Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court in Pulwama today convicted a former Girdawar (revenue official), Ghulam Hassan Kumar, for demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹2,000 for the demarcation of land in 2008. Special Judge Dr.Continue Reading
Srinagar, August 15(KNB): The All JK Shia Association today held a deeply moving Arbaeen program at Imam Bargah Zadibal, marking the Majlis E Chelum of Imam Hussain (AS). The day began at 9 AM with Zakireen reciting soulful Marsiya, which continued until 12:30 PM, immersing the congregation in remembrance ofContinue Reading
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 12(KNB): Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today emphasized the critical need for self-sufficiency in Jammu and Kashmir’s agriculture and allied sectors, stating that these areas are the backbone of the region’s economy and offer vast potential for employment.The Chief Minister made these remarks while presiding over an event atContinue Reading