Centre asks states to prioritise women, SC/ST officers for central deputation
New Delhi, Dec 14 (PTI) The Centre has asked states to nominate women officers and those from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) for appointment in key posts on central deputation so that adequate representation can be provided to them. In a communique issued to the chief secretaries of all state governments, the Personnel […]
District Administration Jammu intensifies drive against land grabbers, drug peddlers
JAMMU, DEC 13: In continuation to the ongoing drive and action against drug peddlers and land grabbers, District Administration Jammu today carried out a demolition drive at village Narwal Bala, Tehsil Bahu. The operation was conducted on the directions of District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas in coordination with SSP Jammu, Joginder Singh. The District […]
Court issues proclamation order against Qazigund doctor in Delhi blast case
Srinagar, Dec 13: A court in Srinagar has issued a proclamation notice against a doctor from south Kashmir’s Qazigund area in connection with the Delhi blast case that claimed nearly a dozen lives and injured many others on November 10 near iconic Red Fort area. According to a court order the accused, Dr Muzaffar Ahmad […]
Lt Guv attends the Valedictory Ceremony of SKIMS Annual Festival Week
Srinagar, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday appreciated the unwavering dedication, compassion, and personal sacrifice of the medical community to care for others and contributing to the nation’s growth. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the Valedictory Ceremony of SKIMS Annual Festival Week in Srinagar. The event also marked the commencement of 29th […]
Technological intervention must to revive skiing in Gulmarg: CM Omar
Gulmarg, Dec 13: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the government is committed to reviving Kashmir’s adventure tourism potential and ensuring that destinations like Gulmarg regain their past glory as premier skiing hubs. Speaking at a curtain-raiser function organised by the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India at the Convention Centre in Gulmarg, Omar […]
2001 Parliament attack anniversary: L-G Manoj Sinha pays tributes to fallen heroes
Srinagar, Dec 13 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Saturday paid tributes to those who were killed in a terror attack on the Parliament House in 2001, saying their heroism and selfless service to the nation will continue to inspire every Indian. The attack on this day in 2001 was carried out by […]
Met predicts light snowfall in higher reaches of Kashmir from Dec 13 to 17
Srinagar, Dec 13 (PTI) There was a slight respite from cold conditions across Kashmir as the minimum temperatures increased a bit owing to overcast skies, even as the meteorological department forecast light snowfall at isolated places in the higher reaches of the valley, officials said on Saturday. Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, […]
Major crackdown against OGW network in Kashmir as police raid several places, detains over 150 suspects
Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir police along with other security agencies launched a massive crackdown against Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of terrorists in several parts of the Kashmir Valley, with over 150 suspects detained, sources said. A top official said that over 150 suspected individuals have been detained so far in Srinagar while crackdown […]
Amit Shah pays tribute to security personnel martyred in 2001 Parliament attack
NEW DELHI, Dec 13 (PTI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday paid tributes to the security personnel who laid down their lives while fighting terrorists with “indomitable courage and valour” during the 2001 Parliament attack. In a message posted on ‘X’, he said, “This nation will forever remain indebted to the sacrifice and martyrdom […]
LG hands over job letters to terror victim families in Srinagar, pays tribute to their sacrifice
Srinagar, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to family members of terror victims at Lok Bhavan Auditorium, Srinagar, reiterating the administration’s commitment to provide justice, jobs and dignity to the affected families. Addressing the gathering, the Lt Guv said the administration stands firmly with every victim family in Jammu […]