Srinagar, Nov 13: The University of Kashmir has assigned Prof. Manzoor Ahmad Malik of the Department of Physics the additional responsibility of Director, Admissions and Competitive Examinations.

The decision follows the university's move to relieve Prof. Fayaz Ahmad, Dean of the School of Biological Sciences, from the additional charge of the post at his own request.

As per the latest administrative order, Prof. Manzoor Ahmad Malik will discharge the responsibilities of Director, Admissions and Competitive Examinations alongside his existing duties until further orders.

The order, issued by the university's Administration Wing, has come into effect immediately.