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Awantipora, August 7: The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), on Thursday organised a workshop on ‘Techniques of Filmmaking,’ drawing enthusiastic participation from students, faculty and research scholars. Renowned filmmaker, Kapil Mattoo, served as the resource person for the session. With years…

Pulwama, (Press Release): The Distribution Camp for CWSN (Children With Special Needs) was organized today on 07-08-2025 in Zone Tral by the Chief Education Officer Pulwama for Inclusive Education under SAMAGRA Shiksha with a sharp focus on inclusion, equity, and empowerment of CWS. The Camp was inaugurated by Dr. Harbakash…

SAMBA, AUGUST 07: The Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Jammu, in collaboration with the Handloom Development Department, Samba, celebrated National Handloom Day at the DC Office Complex Samba, showcasing the region’s rich weaving traditions. Deputy Commissioner Samba Rajesh Sharma, the Chief Guest, lauded the exceptional craftsmanship of local weavers and…

Srinagar, Aug 7: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir held a day-long workshop and brainstorming for establishing the Centre of Excellence on Rural Data Research & Analysis (RuDRA) at Shalimar campus. The collaborative initiative with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay aims to leverage data-driven insights…

3-week capacity building programme in glaciology concludes at KU Srinagar, Aug 06: To strengthen national research capabilities in glaciology and climate science, a three-week Capacity Building Programme in Glaciology organised by the Centre of Excellence for Glacial Studies in the Western Himalayas, University of Kashmir (KU) concluded on Tuesday. Sponsored…

Srinagar, 06 Aug: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President & CM Omar Abdullah Wednesday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives caused by a severe thunderstorm in Waltangoo Nard-Kund in Devsar. The calamity led to the unfortunate death of a nomadic…

JAMMU, AUGUST 6: Director Agriculture Jammu, Anil Gupta, today chaired an introductory cum review meeting with all sectoral heads of the Directorate at the Conference Hall, Krishi Bhawan, Talab Tillo. The meeting aimed to gather insights into departmental functioning, review ongoing activities and strategies the effective implementation of agricultural initiatives…

POONCH, AUGUST 6: The District Administration Poonch today organised a farewell ceremony to honour outgoing Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal, who has been transferred and appointed as Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), Jammu. The event was attended by senior officers and officials from various departments, who…

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 05: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited a local hospital here to enquire about the ailing former MLA, Dr. Ghulam Nabi Bhat admitted there. On the occasion, the Minister interacted with attending doctors and enquired from them about his condition and ongoing treatment. She…

Awantipora, Aug. 06: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) hosted a landmark event focused on academia-industry collaboration, aimed at deliberating on the evolving tourism apprenticeship model in Jammu and Kashmir. The occasion marked the official launch of a Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc) course in Tourism and Hospitality Management,…