J&K to Screen 135 #Films from 41 Countries at Inaugural #FilmFestival
#JAMMU: The four-day festival from September 7 to 10 will feature films from across the #world, with a proposed Rs 96 lakh prize purse across nine award categories.
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Annual Shri Amarnath Yatra concludes today; Over 4.8 lakh devotees perform pilgrimage this year
#JAMMU: The annual Shri #amarnathYatra will conclude today in #Jammu and Kashmir, coinciding with the festival of #RakshaBandhan. The 57-day-long yatra began on July 3 this year. The culmination of the yatra is marked by the arrival of the holy mace, Chhari Mubarak, led by Mahant Deependra Giri, at the sacred cave shrine.
Over 4.8 lakh devotees performed the pilgrimage this year across both the #Pahalgam and Baltal routes.
Happy Raksha Bandhan
A rakhi is more than a thread—it’s a promise of love, togetherness and a bond that grows stronger with every passing year. ❤️✨”
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Kashmir Pony Gets Official Indigenous Breed Recognition from ICAR-NBAGR
#SRINAGAR: SKUAST-K scientists have secured official recognition of the Kashmir Pony as a new indigenous horse breed from ICAR-NBAGR. Jammu and Kashmir has been declared its home tract, opening avenues for systematic conservation, sustainable utilisation and exploring its future livelihood potential.
BJP Raises Concern Over Electricity Tariff Hike
#JAMMU: The BJP J&K has expressed concern over the recent increase in electricity tariffs by the Jammu and Kashmir government and demanded immediate withdrawal of the order.
JKSRTC Bus Service Resumes on #Bhaderwah-#Chamba Route
#JAMMU: The Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate #JKSRTC bus service, suspended since last year, resumed today, providing relief to passengers and pilgrims travelling to Manimahesh.
Waheed Para Questions J&K Govt Over 6.83% #electricity Tariff Hike
#SRINAGAR: PDP leader Waheed Ur Rehman Para has criticised the #Jammu and #Kashmir Government over the recently announced 6.83 per cent hike in power tariff, questioning the government over its earlier promises of relief to consumers.
In a post on social media, Para said the tariff hike comes at a time when unemployment is high, inflation is affecting households and ordinary families are struggling to make ends meet.
He recalled the government’s promises of 200 units of free electricity, free gas and free ration, and questioned how the assurances of relief had translated into higher electricity bills.
“From free tariff promises of relief to higher bills, what happened to the promise?” Para asked, tagging Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
The 6.83 per cent average power tariff hike approved by the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) is scheduled to come into effect from September 1, 2026.
J&K Power #Tariff Hiked by 6.83% from September 1
#SRINAGAR: The Joint #Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for #Jammu & #Kashmir and #Ladakh has approved an average 6.83 per cent hike in power tariff for Jammu and Kashmir for the financial year 2026-27.
The revised tariff will come into effect from September 1, 2026, and electricity bills for consumption from that date will be charged at the new rates.
According to the JERC order, JPDCL and KPDCL had sought a tariff increase to bridge their revenue gap. The Commission noted that the total Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR) of the two distribution companies, after prudence check, stands at ₹10,275.72 crore, against revenue of ₹7,352.87 crore at the existing tariff.
The Commission said meeting the entire gap through tariff alone would have required an increase of around 40 per cent, which could have caused a significant tariff shock to consumers.
Taking into account ₹2,420.78 crore in financial support committed by the J&K Government as subsidy, the revised tariff is expected to raise revenue to ₹7,854.94 crore. The remaining gap will be met through government grant-in-aid.
Government launches online transfer drive for School Education staff; Applications to open tomorrow
#SRINAGAR: In Jammu and Kashmir the School Education Department has officially kicked off its Annual Transfer Drive for 2026, inviting online applications from eligible teachers, lecturers, headmasters, principals, and educational officers starting August 23 until September 8.
That under the newly notified Transfer Policy, the process is mandatory for staff who have completed their required tenure in administrative offices or specific zones, while also providing options for those seeking transfers on medical, security, single-parenthood, or remote-zone grounds with proper documentation.
The department emphasized that applications will be accepted exclusively through its online portal (atd.jk.gov.in) with no offline requests entertained, and final postings will be determined via a transparent, point-based merit system aligned strictly with institutional vacancies and administrative needs.
Doda admin issues advisory for Shri Manimahesh Yatra-2026
#DODA: The District Administration Doda has issued an advisory for the local devotees intending to embark on Shri Manimahesh Yatra-2026. The annual pilgrimage to Shri Manimahesh Lake in District Chamba, Himachal Pradesh is scheduled to be held from September 4 to September 19, 2026.
The advisory has been issued as per the communiqué received from the District Magistrate Chamba, emphasising the mandatory online registration of pilgrims to ensure their safety, security and welfare, besides proper management of the pilgrimage.
The intending pilgrims from Doda district have been advised to complete their mandatory online registration well in advance through the official portal: https://www.manimaheshyatra.hp.gov.in/register
As per the advisory, the Shri Manimahesh Trust has prescribed a maximum limit of 5,000 yatris per day. No pilgrim will be permitted to proceed for the Yatra without prior registration.
The pilgrims have been urged to strictly follow all guidelines, advisories and instructions issued by the District Administration, Chamba and Shri Manimahesh Trust from time to time. They have also been advised to maintain cleanliness along the Yatra route and refrain from littering or throwing plastic and other waste, keeping in view the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.
The advisory further sensitises pilgrims not to carry goats, sheep or any other animals for the purpose of animal sacrifice, as animal sacrifice at religious places is prohibited in Himachal Pradesh under the prevailing laws.
The Chamba Administration has also highlighted concerns regarding the condition of the track route and road to Bharmour, which suffered extensive damage during the Monsoon-2025. Although repair works are underway, the newly created trek path remains fragile. In case of worsening weather conditions, the Yatra may be cancelled or further restricted by the competent authorities.
The District Administration Doda has urged all intending pilgrims to undertake the Yatra only after completing the mandatory registration and to remain updated with official advisories for a safe, smooth and hassle-free pilgrimage.
