US slaps sanctions against Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif
Washington, Aug 1 (PTI) In an unprecedented move, the United States on Wednesday slapped sanctions against Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif on the ground that he acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, the Iranian Supreme Leader. “This action represents another step toward denying the Iranian regime the resources […]
President gives assent to triple talaq bill
New Delhi, Aug 1 (PTI) President Ram Nath Kovind has given assent to the triple talaq bill passed by Parliament, making it a law, a government notification said. The bill, which prescribes up to three years imprisonment for Muslim men giving instant triple talaq to their wives, was passed by Parliament on Tuesday. Parliament approved […]
Making medical colleges functional
The new medical colleges announced for the state of Jammu and Kashmir need to be made functional soon. The need for them becoming functional at an earliest will go a long way in improving the healthcare scenario in the state as the dearth of health professional is proving a big impediment to make healthcare facilities […]
The increased numbers of tigers is a healthy sign
The population of tigers in India has increased from 2,226 in 2014 to 2,967 in 2018, a rise of 33 per cent
The population of tigers in India has increased from 2,226 in 2014 to 2,967 in 2018, a rise of 33 per cent
SAC approves 2% hike in Hardship Allowance of J&K Police personnel
SRINAGAR, JULY 31: The State Administrative Council (SAC) which met under the chairmanship of Governor, Satya Pal Malik approved enhancement in Hardship Allowance of J&K Police personnel from existing 8% to 10% of the basic pay, in respect of all the ranks of JKP with effect from August 1, 2019. SAC also approved increase in […]
PETA India urges people to go vegan to stop animal sufferings ahead of Eid
New Delhi, Jul 31 (PTI) Expressing concern about painful killing of goats ahead of Bakra Eid, PETA India has urged people to turn vegan and asked the government to ensure no cruelty was meted out to them. The move comes after People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), animal rights NGO, released a video, shot […]
Govt to start mass sterilization of dogs in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, JULY 31: The sterilisation of dogs under the aegis of Animal Birth Control Programme will go up from 10 to 100 dogs per day within two months in Srinagar city. Principal Secretary Animal, Sheep and Fisheries department Dr Asgar Hassan Samoon during a visit to the Tengpora facility directed starting the program at massive […]
Dhoni joins Army troops in militancy-infested south Kashmir on 2-week stint
Srinagar, Jul 31 (PTI) Mahendra Singh Dhoni, an honorary lieutenant colonel in the Territorial Army, joined Army troops in the militancy-infested south Kashmir region on Wednesday to carry out patrolling, guard duties and similar responsibilities just like other soldiers. The former Indian cricket team captain will be staying with his 106 TA Battalion (Para) till […]
Doctors threaten to go on indefinite strike against National Medical Commission Bill
New Delhi, Jul 31 (PTI) Healthcare services at government hospitals, including RML and AIIMS in Delhi, are likely to be massively hit as resident doctors have threatened to go on an indefinite strike, including withdrawal of services at the emergency departments, to protest against the National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill. The bill, which seeks to […]
Woman injured in Pak shelling dies
Srinagar, July 31 (PTI) A 50-year-old woman, who was injured in Pakistani shelling in Gurez sector along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir, died at a hospital here on Wednesday, police said. Rahmi Begum succumbed to splinter injuries at SMHS hospital here in the early hours, a police official said. He said the […]
