Navigating the Labyrinth
By: Abid Hussain Rather In a democratic society, government offices are meant to be a haven of public service, a place where citizens can seek assistance, resolve issues, and access essential services. In the intricate tapestry of governance, the role of government employees in public offices is paramount. These individuals are entrusted with the responsibility […]
Society afflicted with ills
By: Syed Mustafa Ahmad There are many evils prevalent in our society. Some of them are attached with it since times immemorial. However, some are of the recent origin. The evils prevalent in our society are: dowry, drug addiction, domestic violence, female foeticide, female infanticide, illegal abortions, corruption, gender inequality, racism, human trafficking, castesim, poverty, […]
Signs of life?
By: Brad E Tucker Are we alone? This question is nearly as old as humanity itself. Today, this question in astronomy focuses on finding life beyond our planet. Are we, as a species, and as a planet, alone? Or is there life somewhere else? Usually the question inspires visions of weird, green versions of humans. […]
CS reviews modalities for establishment of Mega Water Park at Jmu
Says that it would be a major tourist attraction
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta reviewed the modalities for establishment of Mega Water Park by the Tourist Department in Jammu as was announced in the Budget of 2023-24 and was a commitment of Lieutenant Governor to the inhabitants of the city. The meeting was attended by Secretary, Tourism; VC, Jammu Development Authority, Consultants […]
Larow Kakapora residents allege shortage of potable water
Pulwama: The residents of Laroo village of Kakapora hamlet in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district alleged that they are facing shortage of potable water in the area for the last two months. Accusing the authorities of ignoring their plight the residents demanded immediate redressal of their genuine grievances. The residents said that acute water scarcity has […]
DC/DEO Srinagar holds interaction with representatives of various Political Parties
Draft proposal for change of Municipal Polling Station locations discussed
SRINAGAR: The Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, who is also the District Election Officer(DEO) Srinagar Thursday convened a meeting with representatives of different Political Parties of Srinagar District here at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex. At the outset, the DC/DEO discussed threadbare the draft proposal for change of as many as 30 […]
DDC Kupwara reviews progress of JJM
KUPWARA: The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan on Thursday convened a meeting of engineers of JJM and other line departments at DC office complex here to review the progress of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the district. Superintending Engineer Jal Shakti, Er. Mohammad Saleem Malik while briefing the DC about the progress of […]
Bandipora Admin accords warm farewell to outgoing officials
BANDIPORA: The District Administration Bandipora Thursday organized a warm farewell party at Mini secretariat, Bandipora for the outgoing Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Gurez, Dr Mudasir and Chief Executive Officer Municipal Council Bandipora, Wali Mohammad upon their transfer from the district. The administration also bid a warm farewell to Execute Engineering PMGSY Bilal Ahmad, who is […]
Tourism Department Kashmir holds fire Safety workshop for stakeholders
SRINAGAR: The Tourism Department Kashmir Thursday held a workshop on fire safety measures for various tourism stakeholders at the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) here. Experts from the Fire & Emergency Services and officers from the department shared their expertise on fire safety measures. Besides, experts drawn from various companies dealing with fire safety measures delivered […]
