Jammu, Aug 26 : In view of flood like situation, Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) Tuesday said that all schools in the region shall continue to remain closed till August-27.

DSEJ in an order said, “In view of the prevailing inclement weather conditions and the occurrence of flood-like situations at various places across the region,
all Government as well as Private Schools in the Jammu Division shall continue to remain closed on August-27”

Earlier, Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) postponed exams of 10th and 11th classes scheduled to be held on Wednesday.

Tawi Bridge closed as precautionary measure, traffic diverted through alternative routes

Srinagar, Aug 26 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday reviewed the flood mitigation measures in Jammu following incessant rains, triggering concerns across the region.

The Chief Minister, as per the details available , chaired a high-level meeting in the morning, directing officials to remain on high alert and ensure all necessary measures are put in place to tackle any emergency.

Omar, in a post on X, described the situation in many parts of Jammu province as “quite serious.” He shared that he will be taking the next available flight from Srinagar to Jammu to personally monitor the developing situation.

“The situation in many parts of Jammu province is quite serious. I’ll be taking the next available flight from Srinagar to Jammu to personally monitor the developing situation. In the mean time instructions have been issued to place additional funds at the disposal of the DCs to cover emergency restoration work and other exigences,” Omar wrote on X.

Meanwhile, as per the reports, the Tawi Bridge from Bikram Chowk side has been closed for traffic as a precautionary measure.

The traffic has been diverted towards Bhagwati Nagar and Bahu Fort–Gujjar Nagar side bridges respectively.

Moreover, the authorities said continuous monitoring is underway and people have been advised to exercise caution in low-lying and flood-prone areas—

DODA, AUG 26 – At least four people lost their lives and several properties were damaged in the last 24 hours in the Doda district due to heavy rains and adverse weather conditions, officials said on Tuesday.

A senior official said that two people were killed after their house collapsed, while two others died in flash floods triggered by continuous rainfall.

“There has been considerable damage to residential structures and other property in several areas. The district administration is on high alert, and rescue and relief operations are underway,” the official said.

Authorities have urged residents, especially those living in low-lying and hilly areas, to remain cautious as intermittent rainfall continues to lash.

Traffic Suspended on Jammu–Srinagar NH-44 after Landslides; Sithan Road Closed

Srinagar, Aug 26 : Traffic movement on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) was halted on Tuesday morning due to landslides and shooting stones at multiple locations following continuous rainfall across the region.

Officials told that commuters have been strictly advised to avoid travel on NH-44 until the weather improves and clearance operations are completed. “People are requested to check the latest road status on the official traffic police Twitter handle and Facebook page or contact TCUs directly before starting their journey,” officials said.

Traffic Advisory Contacts, TCU Jammu, 0191-2459048, 0191-2740550, 9419147732, 103.

TCU Srinagar, 0194-2450022, 2485396, 18001807091, 103. TCU Ramban: 9419993745, 1800-180-7043.

Meanwhile, officials said that traffic is plying on SSG Road and Mughal Road as per advisory, while Sinthan Road remains closed. People have been asked to avoid unnecessary travel as the weather continues to remain rainy.

In Bhaderwah, flash floods hit Neeru Nallah, disrupting normal life in the area.

According to official data available with JKNS, Jammu recorded 81.5 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours till 8:30 a.m., while Banihal received 28.3 mm, Batote 36.9 mm, Katra 68.8 mm, Bhaderwah 99.8 mm, Kathua 155.6 mm, Jammu Airport 81.4 mm, Udhampur 92.4 mm, Ramban 29.5 mm, Kishtwar 34.0 mm, Rajouri 0.4 mm, Reasi 67.0 mm, Samba 99.5 mm, and Burmal 137.5 mm, whereas data from Poonch was not available.

Authorities said the situation is being closely monitored, and further updates will be shared accordingly.

Srinagar, Aug 26 : The Jammu and Kashmir Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday released the much-awaited list of nine suspended FSSAI licenses across Srinagar and Anantnag districts as part of its ongoing action against substandard and unsafe food practices.

As per the FDA official tolad that the crackdown comes after recent large-scale seizures in which more than 12,000 kilograms of rotten meat were confiscated from different areas of the Valley. The FDA said the suspensions were aimed at protecting public health and ensuring accountability among food business operators.

According to the official list, the suspended establishments include: M/S Al-Taqwa Foods (Lasjan, Srinagar), M/S Aarif Enterprises (Bulbul Bagh, Tengpora, Srinagar), M/S Sunshine Foods (Zakura, Srinagar), M/S Anmol Foods (Parimpora Ghat, Qamarwari, Srinagar), M/S Jubilant Food Works Ltd. (Domino’s Pizza, KP Road, Anantnag), M/S Shaun Shahi Biryani (KP Road, Anantnag), M/S Shan Fish Fry (Achabal Adda, Anantnag), M/S Bismillah Sweets (Industrial Estate, Anantnag), and M/S Khanday Poultry (Kadipora, Anantnag).

Authorities maintained that more inspections will be carried out in the coming days and strict action will follow against any outlet found indulging in the sale of unsafe or expired food items.

“This action is part of a zero-tolerance approach towards those endangering consumer health. Raids will continue, and such violations will not be tolerated,” an FDA officer said.

Jammu, Aug 25 : The Directorate of School Education Jammu on Monday ordered closure of all Government and private schools across Jammu Division till Tuesday in view of the prevailing inclement weather conditions.

An order issued by Director School Education Jammu stated, “In view of the inclement weather conditions, it is hereby ordered that all Government as well as private schools in the Jammu Division shall continue to remain closed till tomorrow, i.e., 26.08.2025.”

The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff.

New Delhi, August 25: A massive sit-in protest is underway at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, to mark six years of incarceration of Baramulla Member of Parliament, Engineer Rashid.

Hundreds of supporters, activists, and sympathisers gathered carrying placards and banners demanding the immediate release of AIP President and MP Baramulla Er Rashid and other Kashmiris languishing in different jails across the country and Jammu & Kashmir.

Protestors raised slogans calling the detention of Er Rashid an “assault on democracy,” stressing that keeping a democratically elected MP behind bars undermines the very mandate of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

Carrying posters reading “Prison walls cannot silence people’s mandate” and “When leaders are jailed, democracy fails,” the demonstrators urged the Government of India to end what they termed as “unjust and prolonged detention.”

Many civil society members from Delhi, including noted peace activist O.P. Shah, also participated in the protest, lending their support to the demand for the release of Er Rashid.
Leaders addressing the gathering said that six long years of incarceration despite public support and parliamentary mandate is “a travesty of justice” and demanded his immediate release so that he can represent his people inside Parliament.

The sit-in protest is being seen as a strong message of solidarity with Er Rashid and other detenues of Jammu and Kashmir , amplifying the demand for justice, democracy and human rights.

New Delhi, Aug 25 : The Supreme Court on Monday refused urgent hearing on Jammu and Kashmir statehood matter, stating that the matter will be heard on October 10 this year.

Per details available , the counsel for petitioners today sought urgent hearing on the statehood matter. 

“I am seeking early listing of a contempt petition relating to abrogation of article 370. Statehood was to be granted to Jammu and Kashmir,” the counsel told the top court bench headed by the Chief Justice.

Chief Justice BR Gavai, while refusing the urgent hearing, said the matter is listed already on October 10. 

He told the counsel that the court will have to sit in a constitutional bench of presidential reference and the matter can’t be listed before October 10.

Earlier, on August 14, the top sought Centre’s reply within 8 weeks on Jammu and Kashmir statehood petition. The top court also observed that the ground situation has to be taken into consideration for statehood restoration. “You cannot ignore what happened in Pahalgam,” the CJI had said, referencing the terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives. 

The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has written to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha highlighting “serious irregularities” in the recently conducted JKSSB JE (Electrical) examination and demanded his immediate intervention.

In a detailed Letter, the student body described the incident as a “betrayal of the youth of J&K” and said aspirants’ faith in the system has been repeatedly shaken due to mismanagement, paper leaks, and corruption in the recruitment process.

Jammu, Aug 24 : Amid bad weather conditions, Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) Sunday said that all government and private schools across the division shall remain closed on Monday.

“In view of the inclement and adverse weather conditions, it is ordered that all Government as well as private schools of Jammu division shall remain closed on Monday,”

Pertinently, the meteorological department has issued a weather advisory predicting continued heavy rains and thundershowers, with risks of cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides in vulnerable areas