UN says intense diplomacy under way to end 8-year Yemen war
United Nations, Mar 16 (AP) The UN special envoy for Yemen said Wednesday that intense diplomatic efforts are underway to end the eight-year war in Yemen. He cited new regional and international momentum, including the recent restoration of diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran, who back rivals in the conflict. Hans Grundberg told the […]
KU issues admission notification for PG, other programmes
Srinagar, Mar 15: The University of Kashmir on Wednesday (March 15, 2023) issued a detailed notification for Kashmir University Entrance Test (KUET) for admission to various PG, professional and other programmes for the academic session 2023. Vice-Chancellor Prof Nilofer Khan had earlier this month reviewed the varsity’s preparedness for the KUET and instructed timely issuance […]
Lt Governor inaugurates Chancellor’s trophy at Jammu University
JAMMU, MAR 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated Chancellor’s trophy at University of Jammu today. More than 550 sportspersons from various universities are participating in the three-day mega sports event ‘Sauhard’. The Lt Governor called upon the Higher Education institutions to promote sports as a core subject. Sports is a powerful medium to ensure physical-emotional […]
India invites Pak Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for SCO meeting: Report
Islamabad, Mar 15 (PTI) India has invited Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif to attend the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to be held in New Delhi in April, according to a media report on Wednesday. India currently holds the presidency of the SCO, which comprises China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Pakistan, Tajikistan and […]
84,866 posts lying vacant in 6 Central Armed Police Forces: Govt
New Delhi, Mar 15 (PTI) A total of 84,866 posts are lying vacant in six Central Armed Police Forces like the CRPF and BSF against the total sanctioned strength of 10,05,520, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Wednesday. Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said recruitment of 31,785 personnel in the CAPFs has […]
NIA raids multiple locations in JK, Punjab
Srinagar, Mar 15: The National investigation Agency on Wednesday said it conducted searches at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab in a militancy related case. According to a statement issued here the probe agency said that in June 2022, NIA had registered a suo-moto case against OGWs and cadres of various proscribed outfits […]
‘Pathaan’ clocks 50 days in theatres worldwide
Mumbai, Mar 15 (PTI) High-octane espionage thriller “Pathaan”, the all-time number one Hindi film in India, has completed 50 days in cinema halls across the globe, the makers said Wednesday. Fronted by Shah Rukh Khan, the Siddharth Anand directorial released in theatres on January 25 and has raised over Rs 1,000 crore worldwide at the […]
Volatile political situation in Pakistan delaying IMF deal: report
Washington/Islamabad, Mar 15 (PTI) The current volatile political situation in Pakistan has become a factor in delaying a much-needed deal with the Washington-based IMF that may stabilise the cash-strapped country’s economy, according to a media report on Wednesday. Pakistan’s economy is in dire straits. The country is awaiting a much-needed USD 1.1 billion tranche of […]
Nine injured in road mishap at Ganderbal
Ganderbal, Mar 15: At least 9 persons were injured in a road accident that took place in Thune area of Kangan in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Wednesday. An official said that a load carrier turned turtle near Thune area on Tuesday morning. He said in the incident at least 9 persons were injured and […]
Transparency our top priority, deferred exams will be conducted soon: LG Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, Mar 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said the computer based examinations that were deferred yesterday will be conducted once Jammu and Kashmir Service Selection Board will be fully satisfied and that exams will be held soon. Talking to reporters, Sinha said that transparency is a top priority for them and if there […]