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01/10/2026

Blood Donation Camp Held at District Hospital Ganderbal; CRPF 118 Battalion Joins Life-Saving Cause
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01/10/2026

CUK Students Stage Protest, Allege Harassment by HoD; University Assures Inquiry
Registrar Nisar Ahmad Mir said that students can approach the Internal Complaints Committee (IC). He added that the Vice Chancellor has indicated that the HoD could be attached if found at fault, while a formal inquiry committee will look into the matter once a complaint is received.
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30/09/2026

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30/09/2026

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29/09/2026

How Can We Stop Molest@tion in Society?
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A powerful message for parents, teachers and the entire society.
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29/09/2026

*GANDERBAL POLICE CONCLUDES VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT WITH A GRAND FINALE AT GUND.*

*GANDERBAL,*
*29TH SEPTEMBER 2026*

Ganderbal Police today concluded the Volleyball Tournament organised under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) at Government Higher Secondary School, Gund, with an exciting grand finale witnessed by enthusiastic spectators, sports lovers and local youth.

The concluding ceremony was attended by SDPO Kangan Shri Rajeev Raina-JKPS, Principal Government Higher Secondary School Gund, SHO Gund and other senior police officers.

In the much-awaited final, Sindh Spikers Barwalla emerged victorious, defeating Mammer Goodwill 2–0 sets in a spirited and competitive encounter.

The tournament provided a vibrant platform for local youth to showcase their sporting talent while fostering discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship and healthy recreation. The initiative also aimed at strengthening police-public relations and promoting meaningful engagement with youth through sports.

Ganderbal Police appreciated all participating teams, players, organisers and spectators for their enthusiastic participation and sporting spirit, and reaffirmed its commitment to promote youth engagement, sports and community participation under the Civic Action Programme.

29/09/2026

DC Ganderbal Reviews Road Safety Measures; Directs Time Bound Implementation of Road Safety Plan

GANDERBAL, SEPTEMBER 29: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a meeting of the District Road Safety Committee at the VC Room, DC Office, Ganderbal, to review road safety measures and implementation of the road safety plan in the district.

During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the road safety plan formulated by the PW(R&B) Department, Ganderbal, and took detailed stock of the proposed works and interventions aimed at reducing road accidents and improving safety for commuters and pedestrians.

The DC directed the concerned agencies to ensure time bound completion of all proposed road safety works and stressed upon the officers to accord priority to measures aimed at preventing accidents, particularly at identified accident-prone areas and black spots.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the departments to ensure installation of crash barriers at vulnerable stretches, particularly along identified accident prone locations, besides installation of adequate and clearly visible road signages and retro reflective signage along the roads for improved visibility and guidance of motorists.

He further directed the concerned agencies to identify and address accident-prone areas and black spots on priority and ensure necessary engineering and safety interventions at such locations. He also called for installation of speed breakers at appropriate locations in accident-prone and populated areas to regulate vehicular speed and enhance pedestrian safety.

The DC stressed upon the concerned departments to ensure proper maintenance and repair of footpaths and other pedestrian facilities and directed that necessary measures be taken to make roads safer and more accessible for pedestrians.

Reviewing traffic management measures, the Deputy Commissioner directed the Municipal Council Ganderbal to install traffic lights at Towheed Chowk and ensure their timely operationalisation for effective regulation of traffic at the busy intersection. He also directed the concerned agencies to ensure appropriate traffic safety measures along the Hospital Road.

The DC directed the concerned agencies to ensure that road diversions are properly marked and equipped with adequate safety measures, including appropriate signage and visibility arrangements. He further stressed upon the concerned departments to ensure necessary measures at blind bends and other vulnerable stretches to alert motorists and minimise the risk of accidents.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasised close coordination among the concerned departments for implementation of road safety measures and directed that all agencies regularly inspect vulnerable stretches and take corrective measures without delay.

He also directed NHAI and BEACON/BRO to ensure availability of ambulance services for emergency response along the concerned road stretches and directed that the toll-free contact numbers of the ambulance/emergency services be prominently publicised for the convenience of the general public.

The DC stressed upon all concerned officers to ensure strict compliance with road safety measures and directed that the progress of the works be regularly monitored. He called for a coordinated approach involving the R&B, NHAI, Traffic Police, Municipal Council and other concerned agencies to minimise accidents and improve overall road safety in the district.

The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Kangan, Executive Engineer PW(R&B) Division Kangan, Executive Engineer PMGSY Division Ganderbal, Executive Engineer KPDCL Ganderbal, Executive Engineer PHE Jal Shakti Division Ganderbal, Executive Engineer Irrigation & Flood Control Division Ganderbal, Assistant Regional Transport Officer Ganderbal, Deputy Superintendent of Police Ganderbal, Executive Officer Municipal Council Ganderbal and representative of NHAI and BRO, besides other concerned officers.

29/09/2026

Ganderbal Press Association Elects New Office-Bearers; Ayaz Sofi Re-elected President for Second Term

Basit Shah elected Vice President, Hadi Hidayat General Secretary, Arif Kassana Treasurer

Ganderbal: The Ganderbal Press Association (GPA) on Tuesday elected its new team of office-bearers at Islamic Revival International School (IRIS), Kijpara, Kangan, with Ayaz Mahmood Sofi re-elected as President for a second consecutive term.

The election process was conducted in a cordial atmosphere, with all candidates elected unopposed as no contesting nominations were received for the respective posts.

The newly elected office-bearers include Ayaz Mahmood Sofi, associated with PTI and Times Now, as President, Basit Ah Shah of NDTV as Vice President; Hadi Hidayat of The NewsCast as General Secretary, and Arif Kassana of Growing Kashmir as Treasurer. Aqib Rasool was also named the association's spokesperson.

The programme was attended by SHO Kangan Sajad Asad as the Chief Guest, while Chairman of Islamic Revival International School, Kijpara, Ajaz Ahmad, was also present along with other guests and members of the journalistic fraternity.

Addressing the gathering, re-elected President Ayaz Mahmood Sofi said the association would work collectively to safeguard the rights and dignity of journalists and strengthen journalism in the district. He emphasised the importance of unity and cooperation among media professionals and assured members that the association would remain committed to their welfare and professional interests.

Chairman IRIS Kangan, Ajaz Ahmad, highlighted the important role of journalists in society and stressed the need to uphold ethical standards in journalism. He underlined the significance of factual reporting, professional responsibility and the media's role in informing the public and raising issues of public interest.

The guests congratulated the newly elected office-bearers and extended their wishes for the successful functioning of the association. They also emphasised the importance of responsible journalism and constructive engagement between the media and society.

Students of Islamic Revival International School were also invited to attend the programme as part of an interaction aimed at familiarising them with journalism and helping them understand the role of the media in society.

During the interaction, association members spoke about the importance of factual reporting, responsible journalism, ethical practices and the media's responsibility to highlight issues concerning the public.

The newly elected body said it would function within the constitutional framework of the association and work collectively to strengthen the institutional role of the Ganderbal Press Association, promote unity among journalists and address issues affecting the media fraternity in the district.

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Woman Arrested in Kangan Murder Case, Court Grants 9-Days Police Remand

AJAZ TANTRAY
(GROUND REALITY)

Kangan
29 Sep 2026

A woman arrested in connection with FIR No. 99/2026 registered at Police Station Kangan under Section 105 of the BNS has been remanded to police custody for nine days by the Court of Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Kangan presided over by Hon’ble Judge Moonis Wahid.

As per the court order the accused, identified as (Name with held) resident of Bonibagh, Kangan, was arrested on 28 September 2026.

The investigating officer had sought police remand, stating that custodial interrogation was required as the investigation was at an initial stage.

After considering the case and the medical report, the court granted nine days of police custody, up to 7 October 2026, directing that the accused be lodged at Police Station Kangan.

The court also directed the SHO, Police Station Kangan, to ensure medical examination of the accused every 48 hours or earlier if required.(GROUND REALITY)

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