Environmental Catastrophe: Illegal Mining in Kashmir
By: Asma Arshad In the idyllic landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir, a silent bane undermines the environment and the rule of law. In the past few years, illegal mining in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir has emerged as an appalling challenge, with grave implications for the ecological balance and local communities. As Kashmir is […]
Secy RDD stresses integrated rural development approach
Reviews progress of MGNREGA, PMAY-G, SBM-G in Reasi REASI: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary on Tuesday conducted a comprehensive review of the status and progress of various flagship schemes, including the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin, and […]
Nigeenpora-Panner road lies in dilapidated condition, allege locals
Pulwama: In the scenic region of Nigeenpora, the dilapidated state of Nigeenpora-Panner Tral road has sparked outrage among locals, who are demanding immediate macadamization to address the pressing issue. The residents of the area said that the road, crucial for connectivity and transportation, has deteriorated significantly, posing a threat to both pedestrians and vehicles alike. […]
KPDCL serving notices to consumers found hooking, meter bypassing
1.90 lakh inspections conducted in last 6 months, Rs.27.74 cr fine imposed against violators SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has warned its consumers to desist from illegal power usage, failing which permanent disconnections with recovery of the unaccounted energy consumed shall be effected including registration of FIRs, under the Electricity Act. KPDCL has […]
Div Com Jammu conducts inspection of upgradation project works in Transport Nagar
Chairs meeting to review progress of repair, maintenance of roads within Jammu city JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, who is also Additional Chief Executive Officer JMRDA, on Tuesday conducted on spot inspection of the improvement/upgradation works in the Transport Nagar. Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Vice Chairman JDA, SSP Traffic Jammu, Superintending Engineer JDA and other […]
Jammu Admin on mission to rehabilitate children in street situations
JAMMU: District Administration has launched a mission to rehabilitate children in street situations, which includes those engaged in child labour and begging. In an effort led by the District Child Protection Officer Mamta Rajput, 38 children found begging, employed in business establishments including hotels and dhabas and other similar situations, have been taken into custody […]
DLSA Kupwara organizes awareness programme under LADC scheme
KUPWARA: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Kupwara in collaboration with the Bar Association Kupwara Tuesday organized an awareness programme under Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) Scheme 2022 and legal services provided by LADCs in the Conference Hall of Bar Association District Court Kupwara. The awareness was carried under the supervision of Chairperson, DLSA (Pr. […]
DC Kupwara chairs District level Zoonosis Committee meet
Calls for formulation of SOPs, task force to deal with Zoonosis diseases KUPWARA: A meeting of District Level Zoonosis Committee was held on Tuesday under the chairpersonship of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan at DC Office, here. During the meeting, the DC took a comprehensive review of incidence and risk factors of infectious […]
Sabqat Malik felicitated on winning Silver medal in Youth Asian Jiu Jitsu Championship
BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Shakeel Ul Rehman on Tuesday felicitated Sabqat Malik of Bandipora who recently bagged silver medal in youth Asian Jiu Jitsu Championship held at Abu Dhabi. Sabqat Malik, a 20-year-old fitness enthusiast from Bandipora secured silver medal in youth Asian Jiu Jitsu Championship held at Abu Dhabi which was attributed […]
DC Kupwara presides over one-day Scientific Exhibition
KUPWARA: The District Institute of Education & Trainings (DIET) Kupwara Tuesday organized a one day district level Rajya Stariya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (Science Exhibition) at Bohipora Kupwara. The event was presided over by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan. Chief Education Officer Kupwara, Abdul Majeed Dar; Dy. CEO, Senior Teaching faculty, staff members, besides, […]
