Dy CM inaugurates IT Expo 2024
JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, inaugurated an IT Exhibition here. The event, aimed at to showcase the latest IT products, was participated by more than 40 top brands which are displaying their products and services. This event is meant for students, common public and GeM buyers (Govt Departments) as well. It also envisages promotion […]
DC Shopian visits Sangloo Nallah, finalises beautification project
Takes stock of development of green area at Lantoor SHOPIAN: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar visited the Sangloo Nallah and Lantoor village to finalise the beautification and development projects respectively. The Sangloo Nallah beautification project is set to transform the area with some incredible features. As part of the project, development […]
Info Deptt condoles with Ex- Jt. Director Inam ul Haq Siddiqui
SRINAGAR: Information Department Kashmir today extended heartfelt condolences to former Joint Director Information Kashmir, Inam ul Haq Siddiqui over the demise of his father who passed away after a brief illness. On the occasion, the Officers and officials of the Department held a condolence meet and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul and […]
Govt announces winter break for Kashmir colleges from Dec-27
Srinagar, Dec 20: The government Friday announced winter break for degree colleges of Kashmir division and winter zones of Jammu division from January-27. Besides, the government also announced winter break for colleges of summer zones of Jammu region from January-01 to January-10. The Jammu and Kashmir Higher Education Department in a order said that the […]
Govt committed to safeguard Kashmir’s handicrafts
SRINAGAR, DEC 20: The Jammu & Kashmir Government has assured to safeguard the interests of Kashmir’s famed handicraft and handloom sector, which is directly linked to the livelihood of lakhs of artisans associated with the heritage craft. Responding to certain reports that have appeared in a section of the media with regard to proposed revision […]
Winter Session of Lok Sabha recorded 57.87 pc productivity
New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI) The Lok Sabha’s Winter Session, hamstrung by disruptions over issues ranging from Adani to billionaire George Soros’ “links” with the Congress leadership and Amit Shah’s Ambedkar remarks, had a productivity of 57.87 per cent, official sources said on Friday. The Lower House met on November 25 and was adjourned sine […]
Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah express grief at Om Prakash Chautala’s passing
Srinagar, Dec 20 (PTI) National Conference supremo Farooq Abdullah on Friday expressed grief at the passing of former Haryana chief minister Om Prakash Chautala, recalling his immense contributions to public service and pivotal role in Indian politics. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed his grief at Chautala’s death, the National Conference said […]
Sopore Police destroys seized drugs worth over Rs 1 crore
SRINAGAR, Dec 20: Sopore Police destroyed drugs worth over Rs 1 crore in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Friday, officials said. The move follows an order issued by the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Court in Baramulla to destroy the narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances through incineration at an earmarked/approved location in Lassipora […]
Parliament scuffle: Police to record statement of 2 injured MPs, call Rahul for questioning
New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI) A day after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was booked in connection with a scuffle on the Parliament premises, sources said police are likely to record the statements of the two injured MPs on Friday and may also call the opposition leader for questioning. They said that the Delhi Police was […]
GST Council to decide on cutting taxes on insurance premium, rate rejig on host of items
Jaisalmer, Dec 20 (PTI) The GST Council, in its meeting on Saturday, is likely to decide on reducing tax rates on life and health insurance premiums, while hiking it on high-end wrist watches, shoes and apparels, besides considering a separate 35 per cent tax slab for sin goods. The 55th meeting of the GST Council, […]
