India rejects Pakistan’s ‘baseless’ charges; calls it ‘epicentre’ of global terrorism
New Delhi, Mar 14 (PTI) India on Friday trashed Pakistan’s allegations of backing terrorism against that country following the Balochistan train attack and said Islamabad should look inwards before shifting the blame on others for its “failures”. India also said the whole world knows “where the epicentre of global terrorism lies”. On Thursday, Pakistan accused […]
Security tightened across Delhi for Holi, Friday prayers
New Delhi, Mar 14 (PTI) Delhi Police is on high alert and security measures have been beefed up in view of Holi celebrations that coincide with the second Friday prayers of Ramzan, an official said. Over 25,000 security personnel have been deployed in Delhi to maintain law and order, the official said on Friday. Patrolling […]
Finalization of JKAS departmental examination syllabus in final stages: CM
JAMMU, Mar 13: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday informed the J&K Legislative Assembly that the finalization of the syllabus for the 2018-24 batches of J&K Administrative Services is in its final stages, and the examinations will be conducted soon thereafter. Responding to a supplementary question from Member Aijaz Ahmad Jan, the Chief Minister acknowledged the […]
Advisor to Chief Minister holds public outreach camp at Raabita office
SRINAGAR, MAR 13: As a sequel to government’s commitment towards ensuring public outreach and responsive governance, Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, today held an extensive public outreach programme at Chief Minister’s Public Service and Outreach Office (Raabita) in Srinagar. Several delegations representing various sectors, organizations and regions met the Advisor and presented their […]
Three injured after landslide hits Pahalgam
Pahalgam, Mar 13: At least three persons were injured after landslide hit the Pahalgam area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Thursday, officials said. An official said that the landslide hit near the sumo stand in Pahalgam during afternoon. He said that in the incident three persons were injured and they were shifted to a […]
Unfair reservation policy is post-dated cheque for disaster: Sajad Lone
Jammu, Mar 13: Stating that Kashmiris are being pushed to the wall, Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Monday said that unfair reservation policy is a post-dated cheque for disaster. Speaking in the Assembly, Lone, who represents Handwara segment, said that ethnic Kashmiri-speaking population is being pushed to the wall. “We have seen very […]
Schools in Gurez to remain closed till Mar 15 due to inclement weather
Srinagar, Mar 13: In view of heavy snowfall, avalanche threats, the authorities have ordered the closure of all the schools in Gurez Subdivision until March 15, 2025, to ensure the safety of students and staff. According to an order, issued by SDM Gurez, the movement of students and school staff has been severely affected due […]
Police sets up QR-based accountability feedback system in Srinagar
Srinagar, Mar 13: Police in Srinagar on Thursday established a QR code-based accountability and feedback system with centres being set up across all police stations in the district. Speaking to reporters during an awareness programme on New Criminal Laws, senior superintendent of police Srinagar Imtiyaz Hussian said that this system will allow residents to share […]
Higher reaches of Kashmir get fresh snowfall, plains lashed by rain
SRINAGAR, Mar 13 (PTI): A few areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rains lashed the plains on Thursday, officials said. The famous ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, Gurez in Bandipora, and a few other places received fresh snowfall overnight that continued till morning, they said. They said […]
52 non-locals granted domicile certificates in Beerwah, Budgam
Jammu, Mar 13: The government has confirmed that 52 non-locals have been granted domicile certificates in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Central Kashmir. This information was disclosed during a legislative session on Thursday in response to queries raised by National Conference (NC) legislators Dr. Shafi Wani and Sakina Itoo during the on-going assembly session. […]
