Badamwari to host ‘Almond Bloom Festival’ today, CM Omar to be the chief guest
Srinagar, Apr 4: Tourism and Floriculture Departments are organising an ‘Almond Bloom Festival’ at Badamwari in the old city here on Friday. According to the details Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will be the chief guest on the occasion. A grand musical show will commence at 3 pm, officials said. Prominent singers of Kashmir, Noor Mohammad, […]
Parliament’s nod to Waqf Bill ‘watershed moment’: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Apr 4 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Parliament as a “watershed moment” in the country’s collective quest for socio-economic justice, transparency and inclusive growth. He said this will particularly help those who have long remained on the margins, thus being denied both […]
Old mortar shell recovered in Poonch
Mendhar/Jammu, Apr 4 (PTI) Security forces recovered an old mortar shell in Poonch district on Thursday, officials said. The shell was discovered by locals near a house in the Balnoi area of the Mendhar sector, they said. On getting information, police and security forces rushed to the spot and safely defused the shell.
RS adjourns after marathon 17-hour sitting, to meet again at 11 am today
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) The Rajya Sabha was adjourned at 4 am on Friday after a 17-hour sitting. It will meet again later in the day at 11 am. Before adjourning the proceedings, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said it was a “rare occasion” that the House is dispersing at 4.02 am to meet again at […]
Parliament passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after RS nod
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Parliament early Friday approved the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after the Rajya Sabha gave its nod to the contentious legislation following an over 13-hour debate. The discussion witnessed staunch objections from opposition parties, which termed the Bill “anti-Muslim” and “unconstitutional” with the government responding that the “historic reform” would benefit […]
Spring festival to be held in the Almond Karewas of Newa on April 06
Pulwama, Apr 3: The Directorate of Tourism, in collaboration with Green Horticulture Newa, is set to organize a Spring Festival in the Karewas of Newa on April 6, 2025. This vibrant celebration aims to bring together participants from across the valley to showcase their talents and enthusiasm. The festival promises to enrich the scenic landscape […]
Govt tables Waqf Bill bill in Rajya Sabha, seeks opposition’s support
NEW DELHI, Apr 3 (PTI): Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday tabled the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the Rajya Sabha, asserting that the proposed legislation is not against Muslims or intended to hurt their religious feelings, but seeks to improve the functioning of Waqf properties, address the complexities, ensure transparency and introduce […]
Eight more Kashmir Crafts carve their way to GI Glory
Srinagar, Apr 3: In a landmark achievement securing the unique craftsmanship of artisans, 8 more traditional products of Kashmir have been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) certificates by GI Registry, Chennai, based on their sources of origin. GI registration provides legal protection against counterfeit products, prevents unauthorized use, boosts exports, and promotes economic prosperity […]
J&K govt enhances marriage assistance for poor girls to Rs 75,000
Srinagar, Apr 3: The Jammu and Kashmir government enhanced financial assistance under the State Marriage Assistance Scheme (SMAS) for poor girls from Rs 50,000 to 75,000 for the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) ration card holder families. According to an order the assistance for Priority Household (PHH) ration card holders remains unchanged at Rs 50,000. New […]
HM Amit Shah on 3-day J&K visit from April 6
Srinagar, Apr 3: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be on a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir from April 6, sources said on Thursday. Sources said that Shah will visit Jammu and Kashmir from April 6 to 8. They said that during his visit, he is likely to tour border areas and hold a […]