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Supreme Court Upholds NEET-UG Requirement for MBBS Abroad: No Exceptions

February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Editor

No MBBS abroad valid without NEET-UG: SC; NEET-UG became mandatory after NMC issued a ruling in this regard in 2018 Srinagar, Feb 20: Aspirants looking at foreign medical colleges for pursuing MBBS beware: the Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that no MBBS in any medical college abroad would be considered valid without taking a NEET-UG exam. The ruling aimed at maintaining a standard of medical education and quality of healthcare delivery reaffirming the National Medical Commission (NMC) rule that mandates NEET-UG for pursuing undergraduate medical courses in any medical college,…

BJP Questions Karra’s Son’s Presence in Government Meeting: Allegations of Nepotism

February 21, 2025 Editor

According to J&K Pradesh Congress Committee chief Tariq Hamid Karra, his son Waleed attended the meeting pertaining to developmental issues. “He didn’t attend assembly meeting,” he says. Opposing the “presence of the son of J&K Pradesh Congress Committee president and MLA Tariq Hameed Karra in a government review meeting” in Kashmir, the BJP on Thursday termed it “political nepotism”. “The presence of Waleed Karra, son of MLA Tariq Hamid Karra, in a high-level government review meeting in Srinagar is a blatant example of political nepotism and a gross violation of…

Grassroots Initiative in Kashmir: Villagers Join Hands to Clean and Restore Streams

February 20, 2025 Editor

Kashmir villages unite to save water bodies; Armed with gloves, masks, and trash bags, the volunteers also cleared the stream’s banks of weeds and debris, allowing the water to flow freely once again Srinagar, Feb 19: Following the initiative taken by the residents of Muniward village in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district earlier this month to clean the Jhelum tributary, Sandran, more villages are joining the movement to restore and preserve water bodies across Kashmir. On Monday, young volunteers from Ratnipora village in Pulwama district undertook a massive cleanup drive of…

Omar Abdullah Confronts Karnataka CM Over Kashmiri Student’s Harassment

February 20, 2025 Editor

The JKSA said such incidents highlight the alarming culture of unchecked ragging and abuse within educational institutions. J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday raised the issue of a Kashmiri student’s thrashing with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and sought a First Information Report (FIR) into the incident. “I have spoken to the CM of Karnataka, Siddaramaiahji, about this unfortunate incident. He has assured me that the police have filed an FIR and necessary action will be taken. Four people accused of perpetrating this ragging/thrashing have been identified,” Mr. Abdullah said.…

Protecting Our Children’s Future: Open Letter Against Unjust School Fee Hike

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 Editor

Arbitrary School Fee Hikes: A Call for Transparency and Fairness Srinagar 19 Feb: In a recent move that has sparked widespread concern among parents, New Convent School – Gogji Bagh, Srinagar, announced a sudden fee hike effective from March 24. The decision has created significant financial stress for many families, exacerbated by the school’s ultimatum that hall tickets for examinations will not be issued unless the revised fees are paid in full by the stipulated deadline. This situation has led to an outcry from parents, calling for transparency and fairness…

Organic Poultry: The Key to Better Health and Sustainable Living

February 19, 2025 Editor

Organic Poultry: The Key to Better Health By: Aubaid Ahmed Akhoon Poultry farming has been a cherished tradition in Kashmir Valley for generations. In earlier times, almost every household kept chickens and other domestic birds, serving multiple purposes. These birds not only beautified courtyards but also provided a reliable source of fresh eggs and meat. Moreover, they played a crucial role in the household economy, as they could be sold when financial needs arose. Unlike commercial poultry, home-raised birds were known for their superior taste and nutritional value, free from…

NC’s Ideological Integrity Under Scrutiny: MP Ruhullah’s Call to Action

February 19, 2025 Editor

NC must stick to its ideological commitments: MP Ruhullah Srinagar, Feb 18: National Conference (NC) MP Agha Ruhullah Mehdi has said that his party will have to stick to its ideological commitments or it will be seen betraying the people. He made the remarks in an exclusive conversation with Kashmir News Service (KNS) in New Delhi. Reacting to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s remarks during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Sonmarg, Ruhullah dismissed the praise, calling it unnatural and a sign of divine wrath. During PM Modi’s visit to Sonmarg in…

Climate Change Threatens Kashmir’s Identity: Naeem Akhtar Calls for Rapid Response

February 18, 2025 Editor

Kashmir’s basic character under threat due to climate change, No Quick-Fix Solutions; Akhtar Urges Govt to Balance Ecology and Development, Form Rapid Response Force Srinagar, Feb 17: Peoples Democratic Party leader and former Minister Naeem Akhtar on Monday urged the government to constitute a rapid response force and make it a top priority to address the pervasive climate impacts in Jammu and Kashmir. According to the PDP leader, the situation has the potential to alter the character of this Himalayan region, which otherwise serves as a source of ecological stability…

CPM Calls for Unity Among Secular Forces for Restoration of Statehood in J&K

February 18, 2025 Editor

All Secular Forces Must Unite to Press for Restoration of Statehood: CPM leader MY Tarigami Srinagar, February 17, 2025 – Senior CPM leader MY Tarigami has called for all secular forces to unite in pressing for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking at the party’s state conference in Jammu, Tarigami criticized the BJP for allegedly misleading the country with false propaganda regarding Article 370, which granted special status to the region and was revoked in August 2019. Tarigami, who won the Assembly elections from Kulgam seat for…

Western Disturbance to Bring Rain, Snow to Jammu and Kashmir Amid Water Crisis

February 18, 2025 Editor

Western Disturbance to Bring Rain, Snow to Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar, February 17, 2025 – A fresh Western Disturbance is set to bring much-needed rain and snow to Jammu and Kashmir, offering a potential respite from the ongoing dry spell that has raised concerns about a looming drought in the region. According to the Meteorological Department, the disturbance is expected to affect the region from February 19 to 20, bringing light to moderate rain and snow across the Union Territory, with heavy precipitation likely in higher elevations. Current Weather and…