Kashmir Pony Gets Official Indigenous Breed Recognition from ICAR-NBAGR

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25 August 2026

#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

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25 August 2026

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#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

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25 August 2026

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#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

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22 August 2026

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#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

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22 August 2026

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#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

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22 August 2026

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#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

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20 August 2026

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#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.

Holy Mace of annual Shree #MachailMata Ji Yatra 2026 leaves for Paddar

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20 August 2026

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#KISHTWAR: The sacred Pavitra Charri (Holy Mace) of the Shree #Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026, accompanied by thousands of devotees, continued its spiritual journey towards Machail Village this morning here from Shree Gori Shankar Mandir.

Earlier, the Holy Mace arrived in Kishtwar yesterday evening for the Annual Shree Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026.

The district administration Kishtwar, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma has ensured all necessary arrangements for the smooth conduct of the Shree Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026, including security, transportation, drinking water facilities, medical aid and other arrangements en route from Kishtwar to Machail.

The Additional District Development Commissioner Vinod Kumar Behal and Additional Deputy Commissioner Pawan Kotwal, along with senior officers from the Civil and Police Administration and a large number of locals, warmly welcomed the Pavitra Charri in Kishtwar town, offering their reverence and seeking blessings.

Thereafter, the procession proceeded through the main market amid devotional fervour, where local devotees had darshan of the Pavitra Charri and sought blessings.

The Pavitra Charri was ceremoniously received at Shree Gori Shankar Mandir, Sarkoot, where it rested for the night. The procession resumed its journey towards Machail, Paddar, today amid adequate security arrangements.

The pilgrimage with the Holy Mace continues with unwavering devotion, following its traditional route and making scheduled halts at Atholi, Gulabgarh and Chashoti.

The Pavitra Charri will reach the sacred Shri Machail Ji Shrine on August 22, 2026 and will begin its return journey on August 24, 2026.