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Pulwama among 13 new J&K areas to get Kendriya Vidyalayas

Srinagar: The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of 13 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across Jammu and Kashmir, aiming to enhance educational access in the region. In the Jammu division, the new KVs will be located in: In the Kashmir Valley, the approved KVs will be set up in: Jammu and Kashmir has received the […]

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JKPSC postpones Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has postponed the Jammu and Kashmir Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination, which was initially scheduled for November 17, 2024. The announcement was made through an official notification from the Controller of Examinations at JKPSC. While no specific reason for the delay was provided, candidates are advised to

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PSC declares JKAS results

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has announced the final results for the 2023 Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE). Candidates can now view their results on the Commission’s official website at jkpsc.nic.in. According to the selection list, Sanjeev Kumar achieved the top position with 1089 points, followed by Iqra

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Govt plans to restore Nov-Dec academic session in 2025: Sakina Itoo

Srinagar: The Minister for Education, Sakina Itoo, announced on Monday that the government plans to restore the academic session to the November-December period starting next year. In 2022, the Jammu and Kashmir Higher Education and School Education Departments implemented a Uniform Academic Calendar, effective from the 2022-23 academic year. Minister Itoo stated, “We are most

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3,500 Kashmiri students trapped in Bangladesh: JKSA urges Govt to ensure safety

Srinagar: The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association has urged authorities to ensure safety of Kashmiri students studying in various universities across Bangladesh amidst escalating protests. Triggered by the reinstatement of a 30% government job quota for descendants of 1971 war veterans by the Bangladesh High Court, the protests have intensified, leading to numerous casualties and

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Mehbooba Mufti seeks GoI intervention to ensure safety of Kashmiri students caught in Bangladesh protests

Srinagar: Former chief minister and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) president, Mehbooba Mufti, has voiced concerns over the safety of Kashmiri students amidst escalating protests and turmoil in Bangladesh. Mehbooba Mufti urgently called upon External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to intervene swiftly and ensure the well-being of thousands of Kashmiri students caught in the unrest.

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Education authorities in Budgam warn govt, private schools of action over failure to observe Yoga Day

Srinagar: The Chief Education Officer of Budgam has issued a directive for the observance of the 10th International Yoga Day 2024 across all government and private educational institutions in District Budgam. This event is scheduled to take place on June 21. In accordance with this directive, all Heads of Institutions (HOIs) must register their respective

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FFRC initiates action against Kashmir Haward School for demanding illegal admission fee

Srinagar: Justice Sunil Hali, the Chairperson of the Fee Fixation and Regulation Committee (FFRC), has taken decisive action following allegations against the management ofKashmir Haward School in Srinagar. The school is accused of demanding an admission fee of Rs 85,000, a practice prohibited by law, as highlighted in a video featuring allegations made by a lady named Sana.Justice

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‘No decision yet on extension of winter vacation in schools’

Srinagar: Amid speculations of an extension of the winter vacation in Kashmir due to a wet weather spell, the School Education Department stated on Monday that it has not yet made any decision regarding the matter. Administrative Secretary of the School Education Department, Piyush Singla, stated that the news circulating about an extension of the

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