The sweet sip of corruption
By: Faheemul Islam In the heart of our Kashmir Valley, where the breathtaking snow-capped mountains embrace the serene landscape, a cherished tradition has flourished—one as rich and inviting as the region’s famous saffron chai. It’s not merely the tea that matters, but the act it represents—a transaction of goodwill, a quiet form of patronage, and […]
DBS works as miracle for Parkinson’s disease
By: Dr Rohit Bansil Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects the body movement. It has a gradual progression and usually starts with no symptoms or barely noticeable ones in either hand. Usually tremor in hands may be enough to justify the prevalence of Parkinson’s but it can also be […]
Time is precious
By: Imran Reshi Almighty Allah (SWT) has endowed us with innumerable endowments and blessings, which we cannot count. Amongst all those blessings, time is the most important blessing which has been endowed upon us. If we share or donate our blood with some needy, the same gets regenerated within few days but this is not […]
Javed Rana reviews functioning of tribal hostels in JK
Calls for saturation of critical gaps for upliftment of tribals JAMMU: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana, chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the functioning of tribal hostels in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Secretary Tribal Affairs, Prasanna Ramaswamy G, Director, […]
DC Srinagar reviews arrangements for Republic Day-2025
Directs ensuring meticulous arrangements for smooth, peaceful conduct of National Event SRINAGAR: In connection with celebrations of forthcoming Republic-Day-2025, a meeting was held today under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud Din Bhat at Meeting Hall of DC Office Complex here to ensure smooth and flawless conduct of the national event. […]
Locals demand repairs on main Kakapora bridge in Pulwama
Pulwama: The main bridge on the river Jhelum connecting Pulwama and Shopian with Srinagar in the Kakapora area of Pulwama district is in shambles, locals alleged Wednesday. The residents of Kakapora area said that the bridge is full of potholes due to which people travelling on it are witnessing troubles. Rafiq Ahmad, a local resident […]
Javed Dar conducts surprise visit to GMC Baramulla; reviews functioning
BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Javed Ahmad Dar, today conducted a surprise visit to Government Medical College (GMC) Baramulla to review its functioning and service delivery. During the visit, Principal GMC Baramulla, Dr. Majid Jahangir and Medical Superintendent of associated hospital, Dr. Parvaiz Masoodi, briefed the Minister about the […]
Satish Sharma calls on Union Minister Pralhad Joshi
Holds discussion on augmentation of Renewal Energy, Solarisation, PDS in J&K NEW DELHI: Minister for FCS&CA, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Information Technology, Science and Technology, ARI & Training, Satish Sharma, called on Union Minister for Food and Public Distribution, New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, in New Delhi and had a detailed discussion […]
Acute potable water crisis grips Pulwama Villages
Locals protest unjust water diversion By: Mushtaq ul Islam Pulwama: Over 37 villages in Pulwama district are grappling with an acute drinking water shortage during the peak of winter, sparking widespread resentment among residents. The locals, who claim rightful access to their local water resources, have expressed strong opposition to what they term as the […]
Secretary RDD reviews progress on Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen with DCs
Calls for expeditious work execution, submission of Annual Implementation Plan within one week JAMMU: Secretary, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (RDD&PR), Mohammad Aijaz Asad, chaired a comprehensive review meeting with the Deputy Commissioners to assess progress on implementation of Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen (SBM-G) in Jammu and Kashmir. The review focused on key aspects such as […]