JPDCL launches “Bill Suvidha”; digital initiative aiming seamless, paperless electricity billing
New App empowers consumers with seamless Bill Management, Real-Time Tracking, Smart Energy Solutions JAMMU: The Jammu Power Distribution Corporation (JPDCL) has launched its innovative mobile application, “Bill Suvidha,” a transformative step towards modernizing the electricity bill management for the digital age. The user-friendly app offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to bring convenience, transparency […]
Pahalgam attack: PM Modi says armed forces have full freedom to decide on targets, timing of response
New Delhi, Apr 29 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Tuesday that the armed forces have “complete operational freedom” to decide on the mode, targets and timing of India’s response to the Pahalgam terror attack, as he chaired a meeting with the top defence establishment. During the high-level meeting, which was attended by Defence […]
96 JKAS officers shifted in major reshuffle in administration
Srinagar, Apr 29: The Government on Tuesday ordered major reshuffle in administration, transferring and posting as many as 96 officers in the interest of administration with immediate effect. According to an order, Rakesh Magotra, JKAS, Member, J&K Services Selection Board, has been transferred and posted as Special Secretary to the Government, Department of Forest, Ecology […]
Chief Minister reviews summer preparedness for Jammu division
JAMMU, APR 29: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today underscored the importance of robust inter-departmental coordination to ensure uninterrupted essential services and swift response mechanism during the upcoming summer season across Jammu division. Chairing a high-level review meeting, the Chief Minister assessed the readiness of various departments to address challenges likely to emerge during the summer […]
Officials deny closure of tourist destinations in Kashmir, says all major destinations are open
Srinagar, Apr 29: Authorities on Tuesday confirmed that all major tourist destinations across Kashmir, including Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Dal Lake, and the Mughal Gardens, remain fully operational and continue to welcome visitors. A senior official in Tourism department said that the tourist activity remains unaffected at key locations, which are witnessing a steady influx of […]
Union Cabinet to meet on Wednesday, first since April 22 Pahalgam attack
New Delhi, Apr 29 (PTI) The Union Cabinet will be meeting on Wednesday for the first time since the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead. The meeting under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been convened at 11 am on Wednesday. There was no meeting of the Union […]
Govt working on modernising education system: PM Modi
New Delhi, Apr 29 (PTI) Education system plays a key role in preparing youth for the country’s future and the government is working on modernising it, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday. Addressing a gathering at the YUGM conclave, he said his government’s goal is to “Make AI Work for India”. “We have to […]
SC refuses to entertain fresh pleas challenging Waqf (Amendment) Act
New Delhi, Apr 29 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain 13 more petitions challenging constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, saying it cannot add any more pleas as they would become difficult to “handle”. “We are not going to increase the number of petitions now…This will keep on piling and […]
Pahalgam attack: 48 tourist sites in Kashmir shut amid security concerns
Srinagar, Apr 29 (PTI) Nearly 50 public parks and gardens located in vulnerable areas of Kashmir valley have been shut as a precautionary measure in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, officials said on Tuesday. Gates have been closed at 48 of the 87 public parks and gardens in Kashmir in view of the […]
Emergency cabinet meet underway at CM Omar’s Jammu home
Jammu, Apr 29: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has convened an emergency meeting of his cabinet colleagues at his residence in Jammu, sources said here. Sources said that the cabinet meeting is underway at the Wazarat residence of the Chief Minister in Jammu. They said that all his cabinet colleagues are present in […]
