87 % claims rejected in J&K under Forest Rights Act, 6097 accepted
Jammu, Feb 13: Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday revealed that it has rejected 87 percent of claims under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. In response to a cut motion moved by Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone, the Minister in-charge of Forests, Environment and Climate Change, Javed Ahmad Rana stated that 6097 claims (13.26%) […]
First part of Budget session concludes; Lok Sabha to meet again on March 9 after three-week recess
NEW DELHI, Feb 13 (PTI): The stormy first part of the Budget session, which saw heated exchanges over the India-US interim trade deal and unpublished memoir of former army chief M M Naravane, concluded Friday and the House will now reassemble on March 9. The three-week recess period will allow standing committees to examine allocations […]
J&K has 1.16 lakh seats in degree colleges, just 45,000 students; no to new colleges: Govt
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is “no immediate or compelling requirement” to set up new government degree colleges in the Union Territory, citing under-utilisation of existing seats and low enrolment. Replying to a question by MLA Mir Saifullah, the minister in charge of the […]
Only three town planners for 40 urban local bodies in Kashmir: Govt
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that the Town Planning Organisation (TPO) in Kashmir has just three town planners to cater to 40 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), indicating a severe shortage of technical staff in the department. In a written reply to legislator Sajad Gani Lone during […]
559 J&K training centres impart craft skills, 3,900 plus artisans benefit in Budgam in 2 years: Govt
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday informed the House that 559 Elementary and Advanced Training Centres are currently functional across the Union Territory to impart basic and advanced craft skills in various trades. Replying to a question tabled by MLA Chadoora Ali Mohammad Dar regarding the welfare of artisans, the government […]
J&K govt rules out waiver for KCC loans
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is no proposal to waive Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans for farmers affected by recent floods or blockades. The reply, provided by the Agriculture Production Department to a question raised by an MLA, said KCC is a central government-backed […]
Northern Army Commander review security measures in JK
JAMMU, Feb 13 (PTI): Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Pratik Sharma has reviewed security measures aimed at strengthening the counter-terrorism framework at a joint meeting in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district, officials said on Friday. The Army commander chaired the weekly joint control centres’ meeting in virtual mode on Thursday, the Northern Command headquarters said […]
Achan garbage dump in Srinagar to undergo phased clean-up: Govt
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that the Achan garbage dumping site in Srinagar, long criticized for environmental and health concerns, is being addressed through scientific interventions rather than abrupt closure. The reply, given by the Housing and Urban Development Department in response to a question by […]
Govt links Doodpathri, Yousmarg reopening to security clearance
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that the reopening of tourist destinations Doodpathri and Yousmarg is subject to security considerations beyond the mandate of the Tourism Department, adding that the issue has been taken up with the Deputy Commissioner Budgam for appropriate action. In response to a […]
Lok Sabha proceedings adjourned till 12 noon as Opposition members raise slogans
NEW DELHI, Feb 13 (PTI): Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon on Friday after opposition members raised slogans demanding resignation of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. The opposition members were also protesting against the India-US interim trade agreement. As soon as the House convened, opposition members rushed to the well holding placards demanding […]