Jammu–Srinagar highway partially restored, vehicle clearance underway: Officials
Srinagar/Jammu, Jan 25: The Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) has been partially restored, and efforts are underway to clear stranded vehicles between the Navyug Tunnel and Nashri Tunnel, officials said on Sunday. However, the Mughal Road, Srinagar–Sonamarg–Gumri (SSG) Road and Sinthan Road remain closed due to prevailing weather conditions, they said. Traffic authorities have advised commuters […]
LG Manoj Sinha extends global invite to explore J&K’s vibrant cultural tapestry
Srinagar, Jan 25: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday extended an open invitation to travellers worldwide to explore the valley, underscoring its scenic grandeur and cultural richness on National Tourism Day. In a post on X, LG Sinha said, “Immerse yourselves in the breathtaking natural splendour & vibrant cultural tapestry. With its […]
Fresh snowfall in kashmir, Srinagar-Jammu national highway remains shut
SRINAGAR, Jan 25 (PTI): The Srinagar-Jammu national highway remained closed for the third day on Sunday as parts of Kashmir, including Srinagar, received fresh snowfall, officials said. Hundreds of vehicles are stranded on the 270-kilometre highway since Friday when heavy snowfall forced closure of the road. “The highway is still closed as snow clearance operations […]
Advisor to CM Nasir Aslam accorded cabinet minister status
Srinagar, Jan 24: Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to the Chief Minister, has been accorded the rank and status of a cabinet minister. According to an order, Nasir Aslam Wani has been granted the rank and status of a cabinet minister. As per the order, Wani, will be entitled to a consolidated amount of Rs. 80,000 […]
Jammu hotel sealed over ‘illegal’ activities, several detained
JAMMU, Jan 24 (PTI): A hotel in Jammu’s Nagrota area was sealed on Saturday following allegations of illegal activities on its premises and several people, including two couples, were detained, police said. Acting on inputs, a police party along with an executive magistrate raided a hotel at Ban village. The hotel, located in a residential […]
Lt Guv attends Uttar Pradesh Foundation Day festivities at Lok Bhavan
JAMMU, JAN 24: Jammu Kashmir Lok Bhavan on Saturday hosted the grand celebrations of Uttar Pradesh Foundation Day at Jammu. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people of Uttar Pradesh. He paid homage to the great luminaries, freedom fighters, and revolutionaries from the state […]
Record recruitment, over 20 lakh stagnated promotions cleared in 11 years: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Jan 24 (PTI) Union minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday said record number of appointment letters were issued for central government jobs, and over 20 lakh pending promotions were cleared in the past 11 years. Addressing the Rozgar Mela event, presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he also cited several reforms aimed at […]
Strict security arrangements in place for smooth R-Day celebrations across valley: Kashmir IGP
SRINAGAR, Jan 24 (PTI): Kashmir Police chief V K Birdi on Saturday said strict, multi-tier security arrangements have been put in place to ensure peaceful Republic Day celebrations across the valley, and appealed to people to become a part of the event. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Birdi was speaking to mediapersons after a full-dress […]
Two IPS officers posted in JK transferred to Puducherry
Srinagar, Jan 24: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Saturday ordered the transfer of two IPS officers serving in the Jammu and Kashmir segment of the AGMUT cadre to Puducherry. According to the official order, Divya D, serving as Superintendent of Police (SP) at the State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir and Raghav S, posted […]
Trade agreements opening up new opportunities for youth: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Jan 24 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is entering into trade and mobility agreements with various nations to create new opportunities for the youth both within the country and abroad. Modi made these remarks at the 18th Rozgar Mela where he handed over 61,000 appointment letters for various government […]