DC Kupwara chairs NCORD meeting to review measures for curbing drug menace
KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan chaired the meeting of the District Level Committee of Narco Coordination (NCORD) to review the measures put in place for curbing drug abuse in the district. At the outset, the Deputy Commissioner took a detailed appraisal from concerned officers regarding the present scenario of drug related occurrences, various […]
BSF personnel allegedly shot himself dead in Kupwara
Srinagar, Apr 3: A BSF personnel allegedly shot himself dead in Trehgam area of North Kashmir’s Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Reliable sources said that a BSF Jawan posted at Trehgam has allegedly shot himself in his head while performing Santry duty. They said that he was shifted to SDH Kupwara, where doctors declared him brought dead. […]
Corruption charges: ACB registers case against former Sarpanch, ex-BDC Chairman
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday said to have registered a case against former Sarpanch Dhanore Gorsian, Rajouri and former BDC Chairman, Block Rajouri on corruption charges. A spokesman of the organisation said that the Bureau registered a case against Darbar Chowdhary, former Sarpanch Dhanore Gorsian and former BDC Chairman, Block Rajouri […]
LG reviews progress of Amarnath yatri niwas projects
Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha on Thursday reviewed the progress of disaster management and yatri niwas complexes, being constructed at multiple locations for Amarnath Yatra. Chairing a meeting of Shri Amarnath ji Shrine Board (SASB), the LG reviewed the works underway at Baltal, Nunwan, Sidhra and Bijbehara, an official spokesman said. Sinha directed the […]
MeT forecasts rains, snow in JK next week
Srinagar: The weatherman here on Thursday forecast a wet spell next week in Jammu and Kashmir. A meteorological department official here said that while generally cloudy weather with possibility of light rain/snow (higher reaches) was expected over North Kashmir and Sonamarg-Zojila axis today, the weather is likely to remain “generally dry” from April 4-7. The […]
Spring festival to be held in the Almond Karewas of Newa on April 06
Pulwama, Apr 3: The Directorate of Tourism, in collaboration with Green Horticulture Newa, is set to organize a Spring Festival in the Karewas of Newa on April 6, 2025. This vibrant celebration aims to bring together participants from across the valley to showcase their talents and enthusiasm. The festival promises to enrich the scenic landscape […]
Govt tables Waqf Bill bill in Rajya Sabha, seeks opposition’s support
NEW DELHI, Apr 3 (PTI): Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday tabled the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the Rajya Sabha, asserting that the proposed legislation is not against Muslims or intended to hurt their religious feelings, but seeks to improve the functioning of Waqf properties, address the complexities, ensure transparency and introduce […]
Eight more Kashmir Crafts carve their way to GI Glory
Srinagar, Apr 3: In a landmark achievement securing the unique craftsmanship of artisans, 8 more traditional products of Kashmir have been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) certificates by GI Registry, Chennai, based on their sources of origin. GI registration provides legal protection against counterfeit products, prevents unauthorized use, boosts exports, and promotes economic prosperity […]
J&K govt enhances marriage assistance for poor girls to Rs 75,000
Srinagar, Apr 3: The Jammu and Kashmir government enhanced financial assistance under the State Marriage Assistance Scheme (SMAS) for poor girls from Rs 50,000 to 75,000 for the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) ration card holder families. According to an order the assistance for Priority Household (PHH) ration card holders remains unchanged at Rs 50,000. New […]
HM Amit Shah on 3-day J&K visit from April 6
Srinagar, Apr 3: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be on a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir from April 6, sources said on Thursday. Sources said that Shah will visit Jammu and Kashmir from April 6 to 8. They said that during his visit, he is likely to tour border areas and hold a […]
