2 day Hindi Conference Inaugurated on “Jammu and Kashmir’s Hindi Literature – Past, Present, and Future”
JAMMU: Principal Secretary, Culture, Suresh Kumar Gupta, inaugurated a two day Hindi conference on the theme “Jammu Kashmir Ka Hindi Sahitya – Kal, Aaj Aur Kal” at K L Saigal hall, Jammu. The event is being organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages (JKAACL). Secretary, JKAACL, Harvinder Kaur; Dr. Agnishakhar; […]
Police initiates crackdown on traffic violations in north Kashmir’s Sopore
Sopore: SSP traffic rural Ravinderpal Singh alongwith several other officers launched a crackdown on traffic violators in Sopore town following a tragic road accident in Tengpora, Srinagar, that claimed the lives of two minors, reports said. As part of this drive, traffic police is specifically targeted underage drivers, seizing vehicles, and imposing penalties on those […]
MLA, delegation calls on Lt Guv
JAMMU: Shagun Parihar, Member of Legislative Assembly from Kishtwar called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday, an official spokesman said here. Later, representatives of Bharat Sevashram Sangha called on Sinha. A delegation of All J&K Christian Sabha headed by its President Ashu Peter Mattoo also met the Lieutenant Governor, the spokesman added.
MLA Sonawari along with DC Bandipora holds Mega Public Darbar at Nowgam, Sumbal
BANDIPORA: In an effort to engage directly with the public and address their concerns, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Sonawari, Hilal Akbar Lone, along with Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, on Wednesday presided over a Mega Public Darbar at Nowgam, Sumbal. The event provided a platform for local residents to voice their grievances […]
District Admin B’la organizes Mega Kissan Mela at Pattan
Mela aimed to empower farmers BARAMULLA: The District Administration Baramulla today organized a Mega Kisan Mela at the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Pattan, providing a dynamic platform for farmers to engage with experts from agriculture, horticulture, and allied sectors, gaining valuable insights into innovative techniques and technologies. The event was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner (DC) […]
77 cases of illegal felling of conifer trees reported in Doda
Bhaderwah: More than 100 conifer trees were found illegally axed in a forest area here in Doda district, prompting the forest department to launch a probe to bring the culprits to book, officials said on Wednesday. Locals and environmentalists expressed concern over the alleged failure of the department concerned to check the unabated smuggling of […]
DC inaugurates New MRD Blocks & VDRL facility at GMC Baramulla
BARAMULLA: In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare services in North Kashmir, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, inaugurated two new Medical Records Department (MRD) Blocks and a state-of-the-art Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) at Government Medical College (GMC) Baramulla. The event was attended by Principal GMC Baramulla, Dr. Ruby Reshi and Medical Superintendent […]
DIPR’s Cultural Unit Kashmir organizes Symposium & Short Play on ‘Say No to Drugs’
SRINAGAR: The Cultural Unit Kashmir of the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) organized a symposium and short play on ‘Say No to Drugs’ at Gandhi Memorial College, Srinagar. The event aimed to raise awareness about the alarming situation created by drug menace in the valley. Students, through their speeches, highlighted the devastating consequences […]
LG requests centre for status quo in Ladakh’s budget allocation
Leh: Ladakh Lt Governor BD Mishra has requested the central government to maintain the status quo in the budget allocation for the region’s overall development in the current fiscal amid reports of the Centre’s decision to reduce the allocation. Mishra raised the issue during a meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi, […]
JK’s dual power mechanism hindering development: NC Leader
Seeks immediate statehood restoration Jammu: National Conference leader Rattan Lal Gupta on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the “dual power mechanism” in Jammu and Kashmir, and claimed it was hindering the region’s development and was being detrimental to the nation as well. He emphasised the urgent need for a streamlined governance model and pointed out […]
