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Ms. Darakshan Hassan Bhat, President of the Kashmir Women’s Organization, represented India at the 63rd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, where she highlighted the theme “Billions Connected, Millions Empowered: India’s Digital Transformation.” She highlighted India’s expanding digital transformation and its role in advancing financial inclusion, public-service delivery, and opportunities for women and rural communities.Addressing the Council, Ms Bhat said India’s digital journey could be understood through the extraordinary scale of its digital public infrastructure and the growing reach of technology among ordinary citizens. She noted that India had moved from around 25.15 crore internet subscribers…

Srinagar, 24 Sept: The Indian Army on Thursday flagged off a Capacity Building Tour (CBT) for 20 Kashmiri girl students to premier defence institutions in Pune, Maharashtra, under its Operation Sadbhavana initiative. As part of the tour, the students will visit the National Defence Academy (NDA), Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) and Army Institute of Technology (AIT), where they will gain first hand exposure to India's defence education and training ecosystem. During their visit, the students will interact with lady cadets, women officers and faculty members, providing them an opportunity to learn about career avenues in the armed forces and…

Srinagar, 23 Sept : Indian Army under aegis of Chinar Corps, in coordination with the Directorate General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), is set to launch a massive seven day specialized medical outreach initiative, "Operation Drishti". A Mega Cataract Surgery Camp, from 23 to 30 September 2026, extending advanced ophthalmic care to underprivileged civilians and veterans residing in the remote and challenging terrain of Tanghdhar. The initiative started with extensive screening camps conducted by 92 Base Hospital across multiple far-flung locations, including Tangdhar, Uri, Bandipora, Khanabal, Kangan, Dawar and Baramulla, through which 400 patients have been identified and shortlisted…

Keran, 20 September 2026: The Indian Army in collaboration with District Administration Kupwara has organised Keran Mela 2026.The 15th day of Keran Mela 2026 witnessed a vibrant celebration of sports, fitness and community participation as the 10-kilometre “Run for Fun” and the much awaited Cricket Final brought together hundreds of participants, sports enthusiasts and spectators from across the Keran Bowl. The “Run for Fun” was flagged off from Kundian. The participants covered a challenging 10-kilometre route from Kundian to the iconic Rooh-e-Hind Flag Site, Keran, showcasing remarkable enthusiasm, endurance and sporting spirit. The run witnessed enthusiastic participation from local youth,…