Zahoor Dar

Zahoor Dar is the publisher and managing editor at Times of Kashmir, specializing in regional news, administrative updates, and civic developments across Jammu and Kashmir, dedicated to keeping local communities informed with timely and reliable updates.

Jammu–Srinagar National Highway Closed After Landslides, Multiple Routes Blocked Amid Snowfall

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Jammu–Srinagar National Highway Closed After Landslides, Multiple Routes Blocked Amid Snowfall Srinagar, Oct 07: The lifeline of the Kashmir Valley, the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), has been temporarily closed following severe landslides, shooting stones, and mudslides at multiple locations, officials confirmed on Tuesday morning. The highway closure has disrupted vehicular movement, impacting commuters, transporters, and … Read more

JPDCL Schedules Power Outages in Jammu & Kashmir: Check Your Area & Timings

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JPDCL Schedules Power Outages in Jammu & Kashmir: SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 7, 2025 – The Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) has released a detailed schedule of planned power outages affecting numerous areas across Jammu and Kashmir regions. The power cuts, scheduled between October 8-12, 2025, are part of essential maintenance and upgrade work to improve … Read more

Three IPS Officers Shifted to Jammu & Kashmir Segment in Latest MHA Reshuffle

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Three IPS Officers Shifted to Jammu & Kashmir Segment in Latest MHA Reshuffle SRINAGAR, Oct 7: In a fresh administrative move, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has transferred three Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to the Jammu and Kashmir segment of the AGMUT cadre, reinforcing efforts to streamline policing and strengthen administrative coordination in … Read more

Season’s First Snowfall Hits J&K: Key Roads Closed, Temperature Dropped Sharply

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Season’s First Snowfall Hits J&K: Key Roads Closed, Temperature Plummets Quick-Answer Summary Box: Major Road Connections Snapped Due to Heavy Snowfall JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Oct 6: The season’s first snowfall in higher reaches and widespread rains in plains of Kashmir and Jammu today caused a dramatic temperature plunge and led to closure of several vital road connections. … Read more

Kashmir Assesses Crop Damage After Unseasonal Snowfall, Farmers Advised to Delay Harvest

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Kashmir Assesses Crop Damage After Unseasonal Snowfall, Farmers Advised to Delay Harvest Quick-Answer Summary Box: Official Damage Assessment Initiated Across Valley SRINAGAR: The horticulture department has launched a comprehensive assessment of crop damage following unexpected snowfall across various parts of Kashmir, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Deputy Director of Horticulture, Kashmir, Javid Ahmad Bhat told media … Read more

Man Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Rajouri Store

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Man Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Rajouri Store Quick-Answer Summary Box: Body Discovered in Nowshera Store Premises SRINAGAR: A man was found dead under mysterious circumstances inside the store premises of Nowshera in Rajouri district on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the local community. Official sources confirmed that the deceased was an employee of the … Read more

Kashmir Trip Planning 2025: How Many Days Are Sufficient? A Local’s Guide

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Kashmir Trip Planning 2025: How Many Days Are Sufficient? A Local’s Guide Quick-Answer Summary Box: Introduction: Planning Your Perfect Kashmir Itinerary “How many days are enough for Kashmir?” This is the most common question we hear from travelers, and the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. As your local Kashmir guide, we’ll break down exactly what you can … Read more

21st Installment of PM-KISAN Released: Rs 171 Crore to Benefit 8.55 Lakh J&K Farmers

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PM Kisan Status 2025: A Complete Guide to Checking Your 21st Installment & e-KYC

21st Installment of PM-KISAN Released: Rs 171 Crore to Benefit 8.55 Lakh J&K Farmers (Quick-Answer Summary Box) What Happened: The 21st installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme has been released for Jammu & Kashmir.Key Details: · Amount: Approximately ₹171 Crore· Beneficiaries: Around 8.55 Lakh eligible farmers· Transfer Method: Directly to bank … Read more

KPDCL Assures Uninterrupted Power Supply in Kashmir This Winter: Detailed Review

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Srinagar 7 October.KPDCL Assures Uninterrupted Power Supply in Kashmir This WinteThe Assurance: The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has officially assured consumers of improved and more reliable electricity during the upcoming winter. Key Infrastructure Upgrades: · Installation of over 1.25 lakh new smart meters in 2025, adding to the 3 lakh installed previously.· Widespread … Read more

Fresh Snowfall Blocks Bandipora-Gurez Road, Stranding Vehicles; BSF Rescues Passengers

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Fresh Snowfall Blocks Bandipora-Gurez Road

Fresh Snowfall Blocks Bandipora-Gurez Road, Stranding Vehicles; BSF Rescues Passengers By KL News Network9:30 am October 7, 2025 SRINAGAR: Gurez Valley in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district has been completely cut off from the rest of the Kashmir Valley since early Tuesday morning after fresh heavy snowfall blanketed the high-altitude Razdan Pass, officials confirmed. Immediate Road … Read more