CM Omar Abdullah advocates organic farming and climate-resilient agriculture
JAMMU, Aug 4: Underscoring the critical role of agriculture in shaping the economic future of J&K, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who is also the Pro-Chancellor of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences &Technology, Jammu, today addressed the 9th Convocation of the University at Baba Jitto Auditorium, Chatha. Congratulating the graduating scholars, the Chief Minister said […]
Man detained over ‘suspicious movement’ along IB in Kathua
JAMMU, Aug 4 (PTI): Security forces detained a person moving under suspicious circumstances near the International Border (IB) in Kathua district, official sources said. The detention took place in the Marheen area of the district late Sunday night, they said. Police and BSF are questioning him about suspicious calls on his mobile number, they added.
IMD issues weather alert for four districts of Jammu region
SRINAGAR, AUG 4: The India Meteorological Department (IMD), MET center Srinagar, has issued a nowcast update predicting moderate to heavy rainfall with thunderstorms in Rajouri, Ramban, Reasi and Udhampur districts of Jammu region over the next 2-3 hours. This weather alert also warns of potential flash floods, landslides, mudslides and shooting stones in vulnerable areas. […]
SHA J&K clarifies allegations of denial of PM-JAY benefits in Private Hospitals
SRINAGAR, AUG 4: In response to a recent news report highlighting the concerns about alleged denial of services under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in certain private hospitals, the State Health Agency, J&K, has issued a clarification to reassure the beneficiaries of their rights and the support available to them. As per an official communique issued […]
Amit Shah appeals people to hoist tricolour at homes ahead of Independence Day
New Delhi, Aug 4 (PTI) Ahead of Independence Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday appealed to all citizens to hoist the national flag at their homes, and upload a selfie with the tricolour on a designated portal as part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. In a post on ‘X’ in Hindi, Shah […]
Anti-terror operation in Kulgam enters fourth day
Srinagar, Aug 4 (PTI) The anti-terrorist operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir entered the fourth day on Monday as security forces tightened the noose around the ultras engaged in the gunbattle with them. “The encounter has entered its fourth day as intermittent exchange of firing has been going on since Monday morning,” an […]
CM offers condolence to SSP Udhampur
Jammu, Aug 4: Omar Abdullah along with Cabinet Minister Javaid Ahmed Dar visited Udhampur to offer condolences to Amod Nagpure-IPS, SSP Udhampur on the tragic and untimely demise of his young daughter, an official said. The CM prayed for the departed soul and expressed sympathies with the parents of the deceased.
LG visits GMC Jammu to meet family of deceased SDM, CM reaches Udhampur to condole SSP
Jammu, Aug 4 (PTI) Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited Government Medical College (GMC) hospital here to meet the family of a sub-divisional magistrate who recently lost his life along with his son in a landslide. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah drove from Jammu to Udhampur to express condolences to district police chief on the […]
He hit me, punched me; I was only doing my job: SpiceJet employee thrashed by Army officer
Srinagar, Aug 4 (PTI) Mudasir Ahmad Khan, the SpiceJet employee who has been bedridden due to alleged assault by an army officer at Srinagar airport last month, said he was targeted for doing his work honestly. He demanded stern action against the assailant to prevent recurrence of such incidents. Four employees of the airline were […]
Lt Guv addresses the 9th Convocation ceremony of SKUAST- Jammu
JAMMU, AUG 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the 9th Convocation ceremony of SKUAST- Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated all the graduating students. He also extended his felicitations to the management, faculty, and staff on the completion of 25 glorious years of the University. The Lieutenant Governor lauded the significant contribution […]