Government downgrades, withdraws security of all 18 Hurriyat leaders alongwith 155 others
Jammu: In a major step announced on Wednesday late evening, the Government downgraded and withdrew the security of 18 Hurriyat leaders in the state. According to a spokesperson of Home Department, it was felt that providing security to these separatist leaders is wastage of scarce state resources which could be better utilised elsewhere. Among the […]
Kashmiris reciprocate to help offered by Sikhs
Srinagar: From discounts to free coaching and medical treatment offers, Kashmiri Muslims are showering their affection on “Sikh brethren for their bravery.” Across social media platforms, the Sikh community is being hailed for sheltering and helping Kashmiri Muslims under attack from mobs in Jammu and elsewhere following the deadly Pulwama bombing on February 14 that […]
Mere concern won’t help
Kashmir has been witnessing turbulent times since the past three decades now. During all these years we have witnessed many top ranking officials from various world bodies and countries raising concern for the issues that confront the people of the state. These concerns have even gone broader as most of the time these are addressed […]
LD throws open attendants’ Sarai
Srinagar: The much awaited Sarai at Govt Lalla Ded Hospital Srinagar was thrown open Wednesday by Principal Secretary Health & Medical Education Atal Dulloo during an inaugural ceremony in the presence of Dr Samia Rashid, Principal GMC Srinagar, Dr Kunzes Dolma, Director Health Services Kashmir, Dr Javaid Choudhary, Dr Shabir Siddiqui, Medical Superintendent, Lalla Ded Hospital […]
Pak violates ceasefire along LoC in Rajouri
Jammu: The Pakistan army violated ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district for the second consecutive day on Wednesday, prompting the Indian Army to retaliate, a defence spokesperson said here. “At about 1830 hours Wednesday, the Pakistan army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation by resorting to heavy shelling with mortars […]
Not opposed to Masood Azhar’s banning: Saudi FM
Says anyone involved in terror must be listed by UN
New Delhi: Any terrorist or anyone who supports and finances terrorism must be proscribed by the United Nations, Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir said on Wednesday, rejecting suggestions that Riyadh was opposed to India’s efforts to get JeM chief Masood Azhar banned by the global body. He also said the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia […]
J&K state passing through most difficult phase: Farooq
Jammu: National Conference (NC) chief Farooq Abdullah Wednesday said Jammu and Kashmir was passing through the most difficult phase due to political instability and governance deficit, and the people were looking towards the party with hope. The NC also announced former state chief secretary B R Kundal, who joined the party at a function here […]
SC unlikely to hear Article 35A case till next week
Srinagar: The Supreme Court (SC) is unlikely to hear the Article 35A case till next week. The case is not listed for tomorrow, a lawyer said. “The case list for tomorrow has been issued and the petition challenging the Article 35A is not listed for hearing,” he said. Earlier, the case was listed between Feb […]
J&K Bank notifies fresh dates for postponed exams
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Bank on Wednesday issued revised dates for the tests of probationary officer and banking associate starting from February 22 (Friday). An official said it is notified for information of all the candidates who have applied for the posts of Probationary Officer and Banking Associate that the online examination which was […]
Inclement weather: Winter vacations in Kashmir colleges extended
Srinagar: In view of the inclement weather conditions, the Divisional administration in Kashmir has ordered further extension in winter vacations in colleges across the division. Divisional Commissioner Baseer Ahmad Khan said all colleges across the Kashmir division scheduled to reopen tomorrow after winter vacations will now reopen on Saturday February 23. He said the decision has […]
