Jammu & Kashmir

30

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Indian Army Organises ‘Run for Fun’ at Boniyar, Around 500 Participate

Boniyar, September 30: Promoting fitness, healthy living and community participation, the Indian Army organised a ‘Run for Fun’ event at Rooh-e-Warzish Football Ground in Boniyar on Wednesday.Around 500 participants, including Army personnel, veterans, AGS Boniyar students, school staff, local youth and residents, participated in the event with enthusiasm and sporting spirit. The run was conducted in a disciplined manner after participants were briefed about the route, safety measures and general conduct. The event also provided an opportunity for the Army to engage with the local community, promoting goodwill, camaraderie and mutual trust while spreading the message of fitness, discipline and…

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29

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir

Handwara Police Organized Women’s Cricket Tournament at DPL Ground Handwara

Handwara, September 29:Handwara Police has organized a Women’s Cricket Tournament at DPL Ground, Handwara, with the objective of providing women cricket players from different schools a common platform to participate, compete and showcase their sporting talent. As many as 06 women’s cricket teams from different schools are participating in the tournament. The matches are being played in the T-10 format on knock- out basis, with one match scheduled each day. The tournament will continue for eight days, providing the participating teams an opportunity to compete in a healthy sporting environment and promote sportsmanship, teamwork and team spirit. The participating teams…

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29

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir

20 Kashmiri Girl Students Visit National Defence Academy in Pune Under Capacity-Building Initiative

PUNE, SEPTEMBER 28: As part of the Indian Army’s capacity building initiative, a group of 20 Kashmiri girl students visited the National Defence Academy (NDA), Pune, providing them an opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to the country’s premier tri-services training institution. During the visit, the students interacted with lady cadets and women officers and learned about the rigorous training, discipline, leadership and values imparted at the academy. The cadets also shared their experiences of being part of the historic first co-educational batches at NDA, encouraging the visiting students to explore opportunities and careers in the Armed Forces. The educational tour…

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28

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir

DC, SSP Kupwara Visit Seemari, Console Bereaved Families; Authorities Ensured Swift Rescue and Treatment for Injured

KUPWARA, SEPTEMBER 28: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Shrikant Suse and SSP Kupwara Syed Al-Tahir Gilani today visited Seemari in Karnah Sub-Division, where a tragic road accident claimed five lives and left several others injured. Following the accident, the District Administration and Kupwara police launched a swift rescue operation,comprising teams from the civil administration, police, the Indian Army and emergency services. All passengers were evacuated and rushed to SDH Tangdhar, where five were declared brought dead. After medico-legal formalities, the bodies were handed over to their families for last rites. Six injured passengers were stabilized and referred to GMC Handwara. Senior officers…

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26

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kashmir Women’s Organization President Darakshan Hassan Bhat Highlights India’s Digital Transformation at UN Human Rights Council

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…

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24

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Indian Army Flags Off Capacity Building Tour for 20 Kashmiri Girls to NDA, AFMC in Pune

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…

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23

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

OPERATION DRISHTI: MEGA CATARACT SURGERY CAMP BY INDIAN ARMY

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…

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22

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir

Day 18th Keran Mela 2026 From the Border to Bright Futures Keran Turns Education into a New Dream for 200 Students.

Kupwara : Indian Army and Unacademy Kashmir join hands to inspire the next generation of Keran through scholarships, career guidance and quality educationKeran, Jammu & Kashmir In a powerful initiative to connect the youth of the remote border area of Keran with new educational opportunities, the Indian Army organised Edufest Keran 2026 as part of Keran Mela 2026, bringing together more than 200 students, parents and teachers for a special Scholarship Test, Career Counselling and Motivational Session. Students from Government Higher Secondary School Keran, Government Boys High School Kundian, Government Boys High School Mandian and several other schools of the…

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21

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir

District Programme Officer Kupwara Visits Machil Valley, Reviews POSHAN Activities

Kupwara 21, Sept : The District Programme Officer (DPO), Kupwara, visited Machil Valley to review the implementation of POSHAN-related schemes and activities in the area. During the visit, the DPO took stock of ongoing initiatives and interacted with field functionaries and community members. The visit focused on assessing the outreach and implementation of POSHAN services, strengthening community participation and ensuring effective delivery of nutrition and child-development services at the grassroots level.As part of POSHAN Maah, the DPO also participated in awareness and community engagement activities. Key messages relating to nutrition, maternal and child well-being, healthy dietary practices and the importance…

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20

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Keran Mela 2026 – Run for Fun and Cricket Tournament Final Marks a Day of Sports, Fitness, Community Spirit and Youth Participation

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,…

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