US notifies UN of decision to trigger ‘snapback’ sanctions on Iran
United Nations, Aug 21 (PTI) The United States has notified UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres of its decision to trigger a ‘snapback’ that will initiate restoration of all UN sanctions on Iran, saying Washington will never allow “the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism” to freely buy and sell any kind of conventional weapons. Secretary […]
BSF Trooper in Kupwara ends life
Kupwara, Aug 21: A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper committed suicide by shooting himself dead at his place of posting in north Kashmir’s Kupwara area. Official sources said that the trooper posted at Brinwari Kupwara shot himself with his service rifle. He died on the spot. The trooper was identified as head constable Kundan Ram […]
Why OIC may go!
OIC is not all diamonds and no glass
Nasir Ahmad Dar The world order is going through some interesting changes. The recent events around the globe are evidence to the rapid changes happening around us. This change is not taking decades or years but it is coming forth within days. If we look at the incidents which took place within last one week, […]
Acting wisely
Addressing developmental needs in Jammu and Kashmir should be a priority. This means that various new projects need to be undertaken so that the infrastructural gaps that have crept in can be filled in. The region has been witnessing a developmental vacuum as is evident from the scenario that we are faced with. We have […]
Covid pandemic has increased suicide rates
Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for 15- to 24-year-olds
Haris Lateef Suicide is defined as intentionally taking one’s own life and comes from the Latin suicidium, which literally means “to kill oneself.” The tragedy of a young person dying because of overwhelming hopelessness or frustration is devastating to family, friends, and community. Parents, siblings, classmates, coaches, and neighbours might be left wondering if they […]
Minority-Scholarship (2020-21): Applications invited from eligible students
JAMMU, AUGUST 20: Social Welfare Department, J&K Government, has invited on-line applications from eligible students belonging to the Minority Communities (Notified by the Central Government viz; Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis) & Jains of the UT of J&K) pursuing studies in India, in a Government or Recognized Private University/Institute/College/ School. The On-line implementation of […]
Multiple landslides block Jammu-Srinagar NH
Banihal/Jammu: Multiple landslides triggered by heavy rains blocked the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Ramban district on Thursday, leaving over 200 vehicles stranded, officials said. The 270-km highway, the only all-weather road linking Kashmir with rest of the country, was blocked by landslides at Trishul Morh, Battery Cheshma and Pantiyal areas, officials said. As a result, […]
68 travelers among 683 new Covid-19 cases reported in JK
Srinagar, Aug 20: Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday reported 683 new covid-19 cases and Srinagar district continued to top the list with 165 cases. 68 travelers were among the total cases, 114 of them were from Jammu division and remaining 569 from Kashmir, taking overall tally to 30717. Giving district-wise break of the cases, official […]
NC president holds meet with four senior party colleagues
Srinagar, Aug 20: For the first time after the abrogation of Article 370 last year, the National Conference (NC) patron and incumbent parliamentarian, Dr. Farooq Abdullah on Thursday held a meeting with four of the party leaders who were also detained post the August 05, 2019 decision. Sources said that four party leaders including NC’s General […]
Marriages during pandemic: 42 people from a family test positive for Covid-19
Srinagar, August 20: 42 people belonging to the same family tested positive for Covid-19 in Srinagar on Wednesday, health officials said. They said that the family living in Rangepora Buchpora had organized a marriage function at their home on 17th of August. Reports said that the bridegroom and the bride are among the 42 people […]