SRINAGAR: Three universities in Kashmir have terminated academic agreements with a US-based NGO, Kashmir Care Foundation (KCF), following internal reviews amid a buzz that intelligence agencies had flagged concerns over its activities.University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) issued orders cancelling MOUs with the Atlanta-based KCF. University of Kashmir and SKUAST-K did so on March 25 and IUST the following day.Naseer Iqbal, University of Kashmir’s registrar, wrote to KCF president Altaf K Lal pointing out that the MoU was executed between on Dec 15, 2025, “with the objective of furthering educational initiatives through-workshops, seminars and other academic engagements in STEM (science, tech, engineering, mathematics) humanities and related fields”.Officials said the terminations followed “adverse reports”, underscoring growing caution over collaborations with foreign institutions, especially in areas like technology, research, and data sharing.“The MoU has been reviewed by competent authorities and it has been determined that continuation is not in the larger institutional interest of the university,” the registrar’s letter states.Registrar Iqbal said KCF was run by Altaf, a Kashmiri based in the US, adding the MOU had a termination clause. “We decided on our own to terminate it as we thought it was not advisable (to continue) due to so many reasons,” Iqbal said, declining to go into specifics.The three varsities made it clear that no money was exchanged, nor liabilities created, during the MOU period.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS-Iran Deal HITS DEAD END, Trump SHIFTS TO Pakistan Praise, Replays India-Pak War ClaimMEA Slams China’s ‘Mischievous Attempts’, Rejects Fictitious Names to Arunachal Pradesh LocationsUAE Visit: Jaishankar Conveys PM Modi’s Thanks, Highlights India’s Role In Regional StabilityMobile Internet Ban Extended After CRPF Firing Shocker That Killed ProtestersSwami Vivekananda’s First-Ever Life-Size Statue Unveiled In Seattle, US‘Had Great Difficulty’: Stranded Indian Fishermen In Iran Return Home Via Armenia‘India Is New Engine Of Globalisation, Becoming Attractive Investment Hub’: Former WEF DirectorJaishankar Meets UAE FM In Abu Dhabi, Discusses West Asia Situation And Strategic Partnership”Don’t Assume It’s Over” Rajnath Cautions On West Asia ConflictJag Vikram Leads Way, First Indian Ship Through Hormuz Post Ceasefire123PhotostoriesBest non-American sitcoms of all time: ‘Derry Girls’, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and more10 dishes that make lentils feel anything but ordinarySaas-bahu relationships on Indian TV that were actually wholesome: Devyani-Simar, Sudha-Parvati and more7 iconic breakfasts people eat around the world5 best fantasy dramas to watch on Hulu: From ‘Outlander’ to ‘Attack on Titan’Life lessons hidden in your favourite TV sitcoms: ‘Friends’, ‘The Office’ and more4 simple hacks to keep love aliveMumbai’s top 5 residential buildings redefining luxury and premium livingBefore your blood tests turn abnormal: 6 silent heart warning signs you’re missing, and how to fix them earlyTop temples in India to visit believed to bring wealth and prosperity123Hot PicksIran war ceasefirePAN Card application 2026Purple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAndhra Pradesh Girl MurderUS Iran talksMI vs RCB Today IPL MatchBadminton Championships FinalPune tempatureTS Inter 1st 2nd Year Result 2026Asha BhosleSara TendulkarSchool Holidays in AprilAyush Shetty
SRINAGAR: Three universities in Kashmir have terminated academic agreements with a US-based NGO, Kashmir Care Foundation (KCF), following internal reviews amid a buzz that intelligence agencies had flagged concerns over its activities.University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) issued orders cancelling MOUs with the Atlanta-based KCF. University of Kashmir and SKUAST-K did so on March 25 and IUST the following day.Naseer Iqbal, University of Kashmir’s registrar, wrote to KCF president Altaf K Lal pointing out that the MoU was executed between on Dec 15, 2025, “with the objective of furthering educational initiatives through-workshops, seminars and other academic engagements in STEM (science, tech, engineering, mathematics) humanities and related fields”.Officials said the terminations followed “adverse reports”, underscoring growing caution over collaborations with foreign institutions, especially in areas like technology, research, and data sharing.“The MoU has been reviewed by competent authorities and it has been determined that continuation is not in the larger institutional interest of the university,” the registrar’s letter states.Registrar Iqbal said KCF was run by Altaf, a Kashmiri based in the US, adding the MOU had a termination clause. “We decided on our own to terminate it as we thought it was not advisable (to continue) due to so many reasons,” Iqbal said, declining to go into specifics.The three varsities made it clear that no money was exchanged, nor liabilities created, during the MOU period.
