KU postpone exams slated on Dec-28
Srinagar, Dec 27: Following the fresh light snowfall in valley, the University of Kashmir (KU) Friday postponed all examinations that were scheduled to be held on December-28 KU in a communiqué said, “In view of the inclement weather condition, all examinations of KU scheduled to be held on 28-12-2024 stands postponed.” The varsity official said […]
Lt Guv orders transfer of six IAS officers
Srinagar, Dec 27: Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday ordered transfer and posting of six Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers. According to an order issued by the administration Shantmanu, IAS (AGMUT: 1991), awaiting orders of posting in GAD is transferred and posted as Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Higher Education Department relieving Dr. Rashmi Singh, […]
Div Com holds meeting with Nanwai Association, Price of one Roti fixed at Rs 7
SRINAGAR, DEC 27: In view of growing public resentment against unilateral & abrupt decision of price hike of local bread by Bakers(Nanwais), Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Friday held a detailed meeting with the representatives of association to settle the issue. While giving the interim relief to address the crises, the […]
Manmohan Singh preferred his Maruti 800 over BMW: UP minister recalls experience with former PM
Lucknow, Dec 27 (PTI) Manmohan Singh preferred his modest Maruti Suzuki 800 over luxury BMWs even when holding the office of prime minister as it reaffirmed his connection with the middle class and commitment to work for the common man. Singh’s humility and grounded nature were highlighted in a heartfelt social media memoir by Uttar […]
JKBOSE release annual regular date sheet for 10th, 12th standard in soft zones from Feb 15
Srinagar, Dec 27: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) Friday released the date sheet for annual regular examination of 10th to 12th standard in soft zones. The examinations for both 10th and 12th standard will commence from Feb-15. JKBOSE further said that the exams of 10th and 12th standard in soft zones […]
JDA mandated to create Water Park at Sidhra
JAMMU, DEC 27: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting to discuss the suitability of different ways and means to establish the Water Theme Park along River Tawi here at Sidhra, Jammu. Those who attended this meeting includes Commissioner Secretary, H&UDD; Commissioner Secretary, Tourism; VC, JDA and other concerned officers. In the beginning the […]
Shutdown in Katra against ropeway project enters third day, more people join hunger strike
REASI/JAMMU, Dec 27 (PTI): The shutdown in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project entered its third day on Friday, with more people sitting on the hunger to demand the release of those detained during earlier demonstrations. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti called for a 72-hour shutdown, which began on Wednesday. It […]
J&K Fire and Emergency services issues safety advisory, asks people to adopt safety measures
Srinagar, Dec 27: The Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services J&K, has issued a comprehensive winter safety advisory, urging the general public to take necessary precautions to prevent fire incidents amid the ongoing dry weather conditions. The advisory reads the advisory stressed ensuring all heating appliances, stoves, and LPG cooking gas stoves are switched off […]
Slight rise in minimum temperatures in Kashmir; Dry weather expected from Dec 29-31, says MeT
SRINAGAR, Dec 27 (PTI): The minimum temperatures improved slightly at most places in Kashmir as a western disturbance is likely to impact the region on Friday, bringing light snowfall over a few higher reaches, officials said. Under the influence of the western disturbance, light rain is possible over the plains of Jammu and light snow […]
Manmohan Singh’s life will serve as lesson to coming generations: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Dec 27 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday described his predecessor Manmohan Singh’s death as a big loss to the nation, lauding his rise from a humble background to occupy some of the most important positions in the country. Hailing him as a distinguished parliamentarian, Modi said Singh’s life was a reflection […]
