SRINAGAR, MAY 10: Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, today flagged off the Jammu and Kashmir U-20 Football team from the TRC Football Ground, Srinagar, for participation in the prestigious Swami Vivekananda U-20 National Football Championship.

The ceremony was attended by senior officers of the J&K Sports Council, coaches, players and sports enthusiasts.

Addressing the players on the occasion, Dr. Shahid Iqbal congratulated the team and extended best wishes for the championship. He urged the players to perform with discipline, dedication and sporting spirit and make the Union Territory proud at the national stage.

The participation of the J&K team in the championship marks a significant achievement for Jammu and Kashmir Football after the team was initially omitted from the official fixtures due to administrative issues arising from the absence of an elected football body in the Union Territory.

The issue was resolved following sustained efforts and intervention by Dr. Shahid Iqbal, who actively pursued the matter with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India. He emphasized that the talented footballers of Jammu and Kashmir should not suffer due to delay in conduct of elections of the Jammu & Kashmir Football Association.

The matter was also deliberated on during the recently concluded Chintan Shivir in Srinagar, where Dr. Shahid Iqbal highlighted the need for uninterrupted participation of J&K players in national competitions.
The Commissioner Secretary urged the AIFF to conduct the elections of JKFA in a limited time frame as per Supreme Court guidelines and assured full support and cooperation from J&K Sports Council.
Secretary, J&K Sports Council Nuzhat Gul reiterated the commitment of the Sports Council towards the promotion and development of football in Jammu and Kashmir. He assured continued support to the players representing the Union Territory at various national platforms.

The U-20 squad has been selected through a transparent and merit-based trial process conducted across different districts of Jammu and Kashmir, while a residential coaching camp for the players had been underway in Srinagar since April 9, 2026.

SRINAGAR, May 10:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Sunday ordered a major reshuffle in the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Department, transferring and assigning new postings to several Junior Scale JKAS officers with immediate effect.

As per Government Order No. 45-JK(FCS&CA), issued by the department, the transfers and additional assignments have been made in the interest of smooth administration.

Under the new arrangements, Ahmad Bilal Najar, who was serving as Assistant Director FCS&CA Ganderbal, has been shifted as Assistant Director FCS&CA Srinagar (South). He has also been given additional charge of Assistant Director Mills Kashmir and Assistant Director Supplies Kashmir.

Shohab Latief, earlier posted as Assistant Director FCS&CA Srinagar (South) with additional responsibilities, has now been posted as Assistant Director FCS&CA Srinagar. He will additionally look after the offices of Assistant Director Stores and Assistant Director FCS&CA Budgam (North).

Ms. Rehana Tabassam, who was awaiting adjustment, has been appointed as Assistant Director Mills Jammu and will also hold the additional charge of Assistant Director Supplies Jammu.

Naseer Ahmad Baba, presently posted as Assistant Director FCS&CA Bandipora with additional responsibility of Supplies Kashmir, has been transferred as Assistant Director FCS&CA Ganderbal and will continue to hold additional charge of Bandipora district.

According to the order, Naimatullah, Dr. Scale JKAS and presently Assistant Director FCS&CA Ramban, has been assigned additional charge of Doda and Kishtwar districts.

Rohit Kumar has been posted as Assistant Director Trade and Stores Jammu, while Santosh Kumar has been appointed as Assistant Director FCS&CA Rural-II Jammu.

Khalil Ahmed has been posted as Assistant Director FCS&CA Poonch.

Meanwhile, Iftikhar Ahmad, Incharge Assistant Director awaiting adjustment, has been posted as Incharge Assistant Director FCS&CA Pulwama and will also hold additional charge of Shopian district.

Sopore, May 09:Minister for Agriculture Production and Rural Development Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, along with Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services & Sports and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, on Friday toured several areas of North Kashmir, including Sopore, Baramulla and Rafiabad, to review sports infrastructure, assess developmental works and interact with local residents and youth.

During the visit, the Ministers inspected the Sports Stadium at Hadipora Sopore and reviewed the ongoing sports activities and facilities available for local players and athletes.

The Ministers interacted with players, coaches and sports officials and reiterated the government’s commitment towards strengthening sports infrastructure across Jammu and Kashmir. They emphasized that development of modern sporting facilities is essential for nurturing talent at the grassroots level and channelising the energy of youth towards positive and constructive activities.

Highlighting the role of sports in youth empowerment and social development, Satish Sharma said the government is focused on creating better opportunities for aspiring athletes by improving infrastructure, ensuring quality training facilities and encouraging wider participation of youth in sports activities across both rural and urban areas.

The Ministers also reviewed the condition of the stadium, playfields and allied facilities and directed the concerned officials to ensure timely upgradation, proper maintenance and effective utilisation of sports infrastructure. They assured that all possible support would be extended for the promotion and development of sports in the region.

Local sportspersons and residents apprised the Ministers of various issues and demands related to stadium facilities and sports infrastructure. The Ministers assured them that all genuine concerns would be addressed on priority.

During the tour, Satish Sharma also paid obeisance at Tipyana Sahib Gurdwara in Shalkoot and directed the concerned authorities to undertake solarisation of the Gurdwara complex as part of the government’s green energy initiative.

The Ministers further visited several areas including Zaloora, Gund Brath, Machipora, Hadipora and Shalkoot, where they interacted with local residents and reviewed developmental issues and public grievances.

They also toured various areas of the Rafiabad constituency and took stock of ongoing developmental works and civic issues raised by the people.

Reaffirming the government’s commitment towards inclusive development, the Ministers said sustained efforts are underway to strengthen infrastructure, improve public services and ensure holistic growth across all regions of Jammu and Kashmir.

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SRINAGAR, MAY 09: Directorate of Colleges, Higher Education Department, Jammu & Kashmir, has announced the commencement of admissions for the Academic Session 2026-27 for Four-Year Undergraduate Programs (FYUGP) and 5-Year Integrated Post-Graduate (IG) Programs with multiple exit options across all 142 Government Degree Colleges of the Union Territory.

The centralised admission portal https://jkadmissions.in went live on 09 May 2026 at 11:00 AM. Aspiring students can register and submit their college and programme preferences till 7:00 PM on 27th May 2026. Admissions are being offered in more than 60 major subjects across diverse knowledge domains, strictly on the basis of Class 10+2 merit.

The admission process will be conducted in multiple phases. The First Merit List will be published on 30th May 2026, followed by admission and fee payment between 1st and 6th June. The Second Merit List will be published on 9th June, with admission formalities to be completed between 10th and 15th June. A Spot Round for any leftover seats will be held from 18th to 25th June 2026.

Classwork in Winter Zone Colleges shall commence from 15th June 2026, while Summer Zone Colleges shall begin classes on 15th July 2026.

The Four-Year Undergraduate Programs are aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and offer significant academic flexibility. Students may exit after the first year with a Certificate, after the second year with a Diploma, after the third year with an Undergraduate Degree, or complete the fourth year with a UG Honours / Honours with Research degree. The framework also enables direct PhD admission for students completing the four-year Honours with Research programme, in addition to clear pathways for postgraduate study.

A non-refundable registration fee of ₹200 has been fixed. Aspirants are required to upload scanned copies (PDF/JPG, not exceeding 1 MB each) of their Class 10th and 12th marks cards, a recent passport size photograph, Aadhaar number, Domicile Certificate (if available) and Category Certificate (if applicable) at the time of registration.

Aspirants are encouraged to visit the official admission website https://jkadmissions.in for complete information regarding programmes offered, college-wise subject combinations, fee details, college helplines, the detailed admission notice, and the registration manual.

Counselling and Facilitation Centers have also been established at all Government Degree Colleges of J&K to assist aspirants with form submission and preference filling, and applicants are advised to make use of these centers in their own interest to avoid mistakes.

Director Colleges J&K, Dr. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, has appealed to all eligible aspirants and their parents to carefully read the detailed admission notice and the registration manual available on the admission portal before filling preferences. He urged aspirants to make full use of the Counselling and Facilitation Centers available at every Degree College.

Srinagar, May 09: Two persons were injured after two cranes overturned during a dumper retrieval operation in the Kharbella Limber (B) area of Baramulla district on Saturday, officials said.

The incident, officials told, occurred during the recovery of a dumper bearing registration number JK05K-3528, which had met with an accident on Friday. “The vehicle was being driven by Iftikhar Ahmad of Pehlipora, who had sustained injuries in the earlier mishap and was shifted to PHC Sheeri for treatment.”

Officials said that during the rescue operation, two cranes bearing registration numbers JK02BT-5387 and JK02BH-8717 lost control and fell while attempting to retrieve the damaged dumper.

“Both crane drivers sustained injuries and were immediately taken to PHC Boniyar for medical treatment,” they said adding one of the injured, identified as Mohammad Saleem, a resident of Reasi, was critically injured and later referred to Government Medical College Baramulla for specialised treatment.

Further investigation into the incident is underway, officials added. (GNS)

Srinagar, May 09: A passenger arriving at Srinagar International Airport from Chennai was found carrying cash amounting to nearly ₹15 lakh during checking by the Income Tax Unit on Saturday, officials said.

Officials said the cash was detected during routine checking at the airport by the Income Tax Unit stationed at Srinagar International Airport.

He further stated that the money was being carried for expenses related to a marriage function in his family.

The cash was subsequently seized by the concerned authorities for verification and further legal formalities.

Officials said the passenger has been directed to appear before the Income Tax Office at Samandar Bagh, Srinagar, on Monday for further proceedings in the matter.