Amarnath Yatra: Token distribution for registration begins in Jammu, dry run conducted
JAMMU, Jun 30 (PTI): Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, the token distribution centre for offline registration of the pilgrims was operationalised here on Monday, even as the authorities successfully conducted a dry run of the arrangements along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway, officials said. The 38-day pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high holy cave shrine of Amarnath will […]
Lt Guv launches RDD’s IEC Campaign for a sustainable and Zero-Waste pilgrimage
SRINAGAR, JUN 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, during his visit to Baltal today, launched a comprehensive IEC (Information, Education & Communication) campaign and various innovative initiatives of Directorate of Rural Sanitation, Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, for a sustainable and Zero-Waste pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji. The initiatives include Yatra Logo, Yatra Anthem, […]
4 drug peddlers held with contraband substances worth Rs 7 lakh in Udhampur
JAMMU, Jun 30 (PTI): Four alleged drug peddlers were arrested along with narcotic substances including heroin in Udhampur district on Monday, police said. Jeevan Kumar and Sunil Kumar, both residents of Jaganoo village, were arrested after 9.40 gm of heroin worth about Rs 6 lakh was recovered from their possession at Tikri on the Jammu-Srinagar […]
CM Omar Abdullah calls for revival of Buyer-Creator relationship at SKICC Meet
SRINAGAR, JUN 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that through buyer-seller meets, the government is striving to revive the historic connection between Kashmir’s artisans and the global market by rebuilding the direct relationship between creators and customers. The Chief Minister, who was a chief guest on the occasion, made these remarks while addressing the […]
Gross GST collections double in 5 years to record Rs 22.08 lakh cr in FY25
NEW DELHI, Jun 30 (PTI): Gross GST collections doubled in five years to reach an all-time high of Rs 22.08 lakh crore in the 2024-25 fiscal year, from Rs 11.37 lakh crore in FY21, government data showed on Monday. The gross goods and services tax (GST) collections touched its highest-ever level of Rs 22.08 lakh […]
Govt has made all arrangements for smooth Amarnath Yatra: CM Omar
Srinagar, Jun 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government has made all the arrangements for smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra. Speaking to reporters Omar said that they hope and pray for the safe and smooth conduct of the yatra. “The Lieutenant Governor chaired meetings with political parties and civil society members and […]
All arrangements in place for peaceful, successful Amarnath Yatra: LG Sinha
Baltal, Jun 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that all the arrangements have been put in place for the safety and security of Amarnath yatris. Speaking to reporters after chairing a high level security meet, LG Sinha said this year arrangements are much better than previous years. He said security agencies have formulated […]
Police in Jammu intensify security ahead of Amarnath Yatra
Jammu, Jun 30 (PTI) Jammu police has set up several checkpoints across the city to bolster security arrangements and carry out daily anti-sabotage checks ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, which is scheduled to start from July 3, officials said. The 38-day annual pilgrimage is scheduled to start from the twin routes — the traditional 48-km […]
Railways to prepare reservation charts eight hours in advance
New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) The Ministry of Railways has decided to prepare reservation charts for long-distance trains eight hours in advance, instead of the current four hours, to help passengers travelling from remote locations plan their journeys better. The decision was taken during a recent review meeting chaired by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, a […]
Pak, China working to establish new regional bloc with potential to replace SAARC: Report
Islamabad, Jun 30 (PTI) Pakistan and China are working on a proposal to establish a new regional organisation that could potentially replace the now-defunct South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), according to a media report on Monday. Quoting diplomatic sources familiar with the development, the Express Tribune newspaper reported that talks between Islamabad and […]
