Assam Rifles organised an Independence Day celebration at Government Middle School Dharara in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, bringing together students, teachers and security personnel in a display of patriotism and community participation. The programme featured a rendition of “Vande Mataram,” a Tiranga March and an interactive session on the significance of Independence Day, national unity and the sacrifices of freedom fighters, with 54 students and staff participating in the event.

A madrasa student from the Saroor area of Drabshalla tehsil in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, who had gone missing from his educational institution, was traced in Jammu and safely reunited with his family following sustained efforts by Police Post Drabshalla. The recovery operation, carried out under the supervision of senior police officials, brought relief to the family and local residents, who appreciated the police team's prompt action and successful tracing of the child.

Kashmir's popular roadside breakfast, Masaal Tchot, has become a significant source of livelihood for hundreds of families and unemployed youth. This traditional dish sustains culinary heritage while offering an alternative economic path in the region.

A security alert was issued in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, after a Scorpio vehicle evaded a police checkpoint and fled. The vehicle was later seized near Dalwas, and an investigation is underway.

The Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Doda has issued show cause notices to owners of 927 transport vehicles for alleged violations of the Motor Vehicles Act, including 728 vehicles operating without valid permits and 199 vehicles with expired fitness certificates. Vehicle owners have been directed to obtain or renew the required documents within seven days, failing which authorities have warned of suspension of registration certificates, cancellation of permits, seizure or impounding of vehicles, and other legal action.

Er. Umar Mushtaque has been promoted from Assistant Engineer (AE) to Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) and has been posted as Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical) in the Hospital Division Doda. He was previously serving as Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) in the Hospital Sub-Division Kishtwar, where he handled responsibilities related to the maintenance and functioning of mechanical systems and hospital infrastructure.

Government and private schools in Doda district remained closed on July 29 as a precaution against continuous rainfall, while Kishtwar ordered the closure of most schools except those within the Kishtwar city area from Malipeth to Cherhar. Authorities said online classes would continue in Doda, with the decision aimed at ensuring the safety of students and staff amid adverse weather conditions.