Police solves theft case in Shopian, accused arrested
Srinagar: Police in Shopian solved a theft case within hours by arresting an accused person involved in the commission of crime and recovered the stolen property, a police spokesman said Monday. He said that police received a written complaint from Faroq Ahmad Bhat son of Ghulam Ahmad Bhat resident of Niklora stating therein that his […]
Police arrests drug peddler in Baramulla
Srinagar: Police in Baramulla arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession, a police spokesman said Monday. He said that a police party at a checkpoint established at Zangam Crossing Pattan intercepted a suspicious person who tried to flee from the spot but was apprehended tactfully by the alert police party. During […]
UPHC Batamaloo in Srinagar District wins Kayakalp Award
SRINAGAR: The Urban Primary Health Centre(UPHC) Batamaloo in Srinagar District has been selected for the Kayakalp Award in the category of UPHCs for promoting cleanliness, Hygiene and Infection Control practices in Public Health Care from Jammu and Kashmir this year. The UPHC Batamaloo tops in External Assessment(EA) of UPHCs by obtaining the highest EA score […]
DC Gbl inspects preparation for Ashthami, Nawami at Kheerbawani Temple
GANDERBAL: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Shyambir Monday visited Kheerbawani Temple Tullamulla to inspect and finalize the arrangements for ensuing Ashthami and Nawami festival which is to be celebrated on 29th and 30th March. During visit the DC was accompanied by Additional District Development Commissioner Ganderbal, Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani, Tehsildar Lar and other concerned. On the occasion […]
Special teams launch intensified Market checking drive
GANDERBAL: Special teams of District Administration Ganderbal Monday launched intensified Market checking drive across the district. The drive was conducted on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Shyambir to curb the hoardings and profiteering in Ganderbal markets. The checking squad under the supervision of Assistant Director FCS&CA Ganderbal, Dr. Naseer Ahmad Baba conducted an intensive […]
Ramadan: Cultivating piety through worship, Quran, Charity and Self-Control
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon “The month of Ramadan is the month in which the Quran was sent down as guidance for mankind and as clear signs that show the right way and distinguish between right and wrong.” – Quran 2:185 Ramadan is a blessed month that holds tremendous value and status for believers. It is […]
‘Yatra naryastu pujyante ramante tatra Devata’
By: Dr Vishal Saxena In our ancient texts and writings, girls and women are placed on a high pedestal. They are worshipped as kanyas (girls), as grihalaxmi (wives), and as mothers. Our Vedic scriptures and hymns glorify the dignity of women. As quoted, where women are honoured, there the deities are pleased. With a population […]
Plight of Students
By: Peer Mohammad Amir Qureshi Teachers are the architects of a nation’s destiny, entrusted with the formidable task of shaping and guiding the next generation. Since time immemorial, the act of teaching has been revered as a sacred calling, a beacon of light that illuminates the path towards knowledge and wisdom. In Islam, the exalted […]
Methanol economy may create wonders
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Methanol is a low-carbon, hydrogen-carrying fuel made from high-ash coal agricultural residue, CO2 from thermal power plants, and natural gas. It is the best way for India to meet its commitment to COP 21.The ‘Methanol Economy’ programme of the NITI Aayog on implementation leads, to reduce India’s oil import bill, greenhouse gas (GHG) […]
Disqualified as MP, Rahul Gandhi asked to vacate official bungalow by April 22
New Delhi, Mar 27 (PTI) Disqualified Lok Sabha member Rahul Gandhi has been asked to vacate the official bungalow allotted to him by April 22, official sources said on Monday. The notice to Gandhi to vacate the 12, Tughlaq Lane bungalow was served by the Housing Committee of the Lok Sabha and follows the disqualification […]
