Srinagar, Dec 06: The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) on Saturday announced power shutdown in several parts of Kashmir division, citing maintenance of supply lines.

In a communication, Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL said that shutdown of 33 KV Budgam SIDCO line and 33 KV Budgam Ichgam line will be observed due to which power supply to Budgam Town, Ompora, Housing Colony, Nasurallahpora, Jawalapora , Ichgam, Ichkoot, Choon, Kanir, Hushur, Zuhamma, Hanjoora, Substation NKC (Ring Road) and adjoining areas will be affected from 09:30  AM to 03:30 PM on 08 December, 2025.

Similarly, shutdown of  33 KV Ahmadpora Magam line will be observed due to which power supply to Mazhama Old Sanoora, Aripanthan, Magam, Weriahama Budren and adjoining areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 03:30 PM on 08 December, 2025.

Likewise, shutdown of 132 KV D/C IRCON-Budgam Transmission line, 33 KV Budgam feeder and 33 KV Ichgam-Budgam feeder will be observed due to which power supply to Traction Substation Budgam (Railway), Budgam Town, Ompora, Housing Colony, Nasurallahpora, Jawalapora, Ichgam, Ichkoot, Choon, Kanir, Hushur, Zuhamma, Hanjoora, Substation NKC (Ring Road) and adjoining areas will be affected from 09:30 AM to 03:30 PM on 08 December, 2025.

Similarly, shutdown of 33 KV Amargargh Watergam line and 33 KV Sheeri Baramulla-1st line will be observed due to which power supply to Watergam, Hachipora, Hadipora, Safalpora, Ganapora, Kralgund and Khawajabagh, Kanthbagh, Ushkara, Sangri, Main Town Baramulla, Dewanbagh, Kanlibagh, Khanpora and adjoining areas will be affected from 09:30 AM to 03.30 PM on 09 December, 2025.

Likewise, shutdown of 33 KV Khiram Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Khiram, Mahind, Sirhama, Shalgul, Nowhara and adjoining aras will be affected from 09.30 AM to 03.30 PM on 11 December, 2025.

Furthermore, shutdown of 33 KV Wanpoh-SICOP line will be observed due to which power supply to Bijbehara, Shamsipora, Veeri, Nowbugh, Guree, Kanelwan, Srigufwara, Cheeniwooder and adjoining areas will be affected from 09.30 AM to 03.30 PM on 09 December, 2025.

Similarly, shutdown of 33 KV Sangam New Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Sangam, Bijbehara, Wapzan, Waghama, Khelan, Rakh, Batpora and adjoining areas will be affected from 11.00 AM to 02.00 PM on 09 December, 2025.

Similarly, Dandipora receiving station shall remain off due to which power supply to Larnoo, Vailoo, Dandipora and adjoining areas will be affected from 09.00 AM to 03.30 PM on 08 December, 2025.

Likewise, shutdown of 33 KV Lassipora-Landoora line and 33 KV Lassipora-Reshipora line will be observed due to which power supply to Landoora, Watchi, Babapora, Momen, Hermain, Hajipora, Chakoora, Frisal, Zainapora, Chitragam, Rebban, Awnera, Sugan, Agalr, Nagbal, Turkwangam and adjoining areas will be affected from 10.00 AM to 03.00 PM on 09, 13 and 16 December, 2025.

Srinagar, Dec 06: In a sustained effort to curb the menace of drug trafficking, Jammu and Kashmir Police in Pulwama arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.

A police spokesperson said that a police team of Police Station Pulwama at a checkpoint established at Khalsa Parigam, intercepted a suspicious individual identified as Aijaz Ahmad Mochi, son of Abdul Rashid Mochi, resident of Khalsa Parigam. During search, 94 grams of charas powder-like substance was recovered from his possession and was subsequently arrested.

He said a case vide FIR No. 2812025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Pulwama, and investigation is underway.

Police reiterated its unwavering commitment to eliminating drug peddling from the society and urged the public to cooperate by sharing information related to drug abuse or trafficking in their areas.

Srinagar, Dec 06: The last date to apply for the three-month Multimedia Journalism Skills Training programme has been set for December 13.

The programme offered by Greater Kashmir School for Communications combines four core areas—writing, communication, graphic design and videography—to give participants a comprehensive understanding of how modern storytelling works across platforms. Whether an aspiring journalist or a creative professional, the course promises to help learners think clearly, write effectively, speak confidently, design creatively, and tell compelling visual stories.

The Writing Bootcamp will train students to craft essays, opinion pieces, news stories and blogs with clarity, structure and impact, while also developing editing skills. The Communication Skills module focuses on public speaking, presentations and teamwork through mock interviews, role plays and recorded practice sessions meant to build confidence.

In the Graphic Designing segment, participants will learn visual communication, colour theory, typography and the use of tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, creating posters, social media banners and campaign graphics during guided sessions. The Videography or Camera Crash Course introduces students to basic camera operation, lighting, framing and sound, and will require them to record short interviews and story visuals using camcorder or smartphone cameras.

The three-month programme follows a hybrid learning model with both offline and online sessions and includes practical assignments, workshops and mentorship from media professionals. Students will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course.

The programme is open to college students, journalism aspirants and professionals who want to strengthen their skills in writing, speaking, design and video storytelling. The last date to apply is December 13.

Interested candidates can contact 9906122295 (call or WhatsApp) or email gksc@greaterkashmir.com.

Srinagar, Dec 06: Students of Cluster University Srinagar staged a protest within the university campus, raising serious concerns over recent academic issues related to the first and fifth semesters, which they said have disrupted their studies and created widespread uncertainty.

Protesting students said sudden academic decisions, coupled with a lack of clear communication from the administration, have adversely affected their academic progress. They alleged that changes were introduced without adequate notice or explanation, leaving students confused about examinations, coursework and academic timelines.

The students assembled at the campus and voiced their demands for fair and student-centric academic decision-making. They called for transparency and accountability in the functioning of the university administration and stressed that student concerns must be addressed through proper consultation rather than unilateral decisions.

Several protesters said the absence of timely clarifications has heightened anxiety among students, particularly those appearing in key semesters that have a bearing on future academic prospects. They warned that continued ambiguity could cause irreparable academic loss if not resolved promptly.

The protest remained peaceful, with students urging the authorities to engage in constructive dialogue and issue clear notifications to resolve the issues at the earliest. (KNT)

Srinagar, Dec 06: Jammu & Kashmir Police on Friday carried out a court-supervised search at a shop in Litter Pulwama, leading to the recovery of banned literature and incriminating material, officials said.

Police Spokesperson said in a statement that acting on a search warrant issued by the NIA Court Pulwama in case FIR No. 24/2024 U/S 10, 13 of the UAP Act, J&K Police carried out a search at the shop belonging to Mohamed Amir Rather, resident of Litter Pulwama.

The search operation was conducted in the presence of a Magistrate and independent witnesses to ensure complete transparency and due process. During the search, police recovered incriminating material including JKDFP posters and banned literature books from the premises of the accused.

All seized items have been taken into custody for detailed scrutiny. Further investigation is in progress to ascertain the broader dimensions of the case and verify any additional connections linked to the seized material.

J&K Police reaffirms its firm commitment to upholding law and order and taking stringent action against unlawful and anti-national activities in the district, reads the statement. (KNC)