J&K has whopping debt of Rs 125025 crore: Govt
Jammu, Mar 8: The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Saturday disclosed that the Union Territory has a whopping debt of Rs 125205 crore. In a written reply to the question of MLA Handwara Sajad Gani Lone, the minister in-charge of the Finance department, Omar Abdullah disclosed that the total debt portfolio of J&K, including State […]
Budget Session: MLAs question allotment of land to Sri Lankan cricketer in J&K
Jammu, Mar 8: Members of the Legislative Assembly on Saturday questioned the “allotment” of land to a Sri Lankan cricketer in Jammu & Kashmir. During the Question Hour CPI(M) MLA Muhammad Yosouf Tarigami said that a Sri Lankan cricketer has been allotted land in Kathua. “How this allotment has been made?” he asked. Tarigami, however, […]
Govt to dole out policy to attract private investments in higher education
Srinagar, Mar 7: The government on Friday said that it will roll out a policy to attract private investments in higher education. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in his Budget 2025-26 speech said, “Our Government will roll out a policy to attract private investment in higher education.” “Efforts will be made to encourage renowned private universities […]
Govt to engage 75 lakh youth in sports activities: CM
Srinagar, Mar 7: Stating that the government would engage 75 lakh youth in sports activities to foster a culture of fitness and excellence, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday announced multiple sports initiatives for Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister informed the Legislative Assembly that the national centres of excellence for water sports will be […]
JK Budget: Govt announces 200 units free electricity for AAY families, free transport for women from April 1
JAMMU, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, in his budget speech today, unveiled a significant relief measure, announcing 200 units of free electricity for families under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) and transport benefits. Omar Abdullah said that 200 units of free electricity will be provided to all AAY families in J&K. […]
Roadmap for economic growth: CM Omar Abdullah presents JK’s first budget in six years
Jammu, Mar 7 (PTI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday presented the first budget of Jammu and Kashmir in six years and said it is a roadmap for economic growth and a true reflection of people’s aspirations. Presenting the budget in the legislative assembly here, Abdullah, who holds the finance portfolio, praised Prime Minister Narendra […]
Omar-led govt’s Budget will be as per aspirations of people: Deputy CM
Jammu, Mar 7: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Friday said that the budget to be presented by the Omar Abdullah-led government in Jammu and Kashmir will reflect aspirations of the people. Speaking to reporters in Jammu, the deputy CM, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that today’s budget and four more […]
Schools reopen across Kashmir after winter break
Srinagar, Mar 7: Schools across Kashmir reopened on Friday after a three-month-long winter vacation, marking the resumption of academic activities in over nine thousand government and private institutions. Students were welcomed back with chocolates and toffees by teachers, while classrooms also witnessed smiling faces. However, attendance remained thin in classrooms as it was a half-working […]
No proposal in place to impose blanket ban on private practice of doctors across J&K: Minister
Jammu, Mar 7: Jammu and Kashmir Health minister Sakina Itoo on Friday said that there is no formal proposal to impose a blanket ban on private practice of doctors across Jammu and Kashmir. Replying to a question of MLA Pulwama Waheed Ur Rehman Para, the minister said that presently, there is no formal proposal or […]
J&K witnessing 2 to 3 percent increase in cancer cases every year: Minister
Srinagar, Mar 7: The government on Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir reports 2 to 3 percent increase in cancer cases every year. Replying to a question of MLA Tanveer Sadiq, Health Minister Sakina Itoo informed that 50551 cancer cases were reported in Kashmir from 2018-2024 while in the same period the number of cancer […]
