Sukhnag River: Hidden Gem offering huge tourism potential
By: Sahil Manzoor Sukhnag River is one of the most beautiful and promising natural treasures of District Budgam, nestled in the heart of the Kashmir Valley. Often overlooked, this serene water body holds immense potential to attract tourists from across the world. What enhances the grandeur of this ‘paradise’ on earth is not only its […]
Nanoplastics: The Hidden Hazard in Our Environment
Letter to the Editor Dear Sir, Nanoplastics are plastic particles between 1 nanometer and 1 micrometer pose a growing threat to ecosystems and human health. Unlike microplastics, they are small enough to penetrate cells and cross barriers like the blood-brain barrier and placenta. They originate directly from products such as cosmetics or indirectly from the […]
CS for harnessing ONDC to promote e-commerce in JK
SRINAGAR: In a move to catalyze the growth of small businesses through digital integration, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, Monday chaired a high-level meeting with the CEO of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to explore opportunities for leveraging the ONDC platform to promote e-commerce in J&K. The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, Agriculture Production […]
Police arrests Drug Peddler in Baramulla
Srinagar: Police in Baramulla arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession, a police spokesman said Monday. He said that a police party at a checkpoint established at Chachloora, Kunzer arrested a drug peddler identified as Mohammad Yousuf Ganie son of Abdul Rahim Ganie resident of Sodipora Beerwah. During search, 131 grams […]
Police extend helping hand to elderly pilgrim in Anantnag
Srinagar: Demonstrating unwavering commitment to public service and devotion to the sacred Yatra duty, Police in Anantnag set an example of compassion and dedication by helping an elderly yatri, a police spokesman said Monday. An elderly female pilgrim, while on her way to the Holy Cave of Amarnath, experienced severe discomfort and was unable to […]
Police conducts ‘mock drill’ on Yatra route in Anantnag
Srinagar: As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims undertaking the Amarnath Yatra, Police in Anantnag conducted a detailed mock drill along the designated Yatra route, a police spokesman said Monday. He said that the exercise was carried out at strategically significant points to assess the alertness, preparedness, and […]
CM Omar Abdullah meets various delegations at Raabita Office
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday met several delegations at the Public Outreach Office, Raabita here, and held wide-ranging discussions on development, overall functioning of Institutions and public welfare issues. Dr. Mohammad Jaffar Akhoon, Chief Executive Councillor from Kargil, led a deputation to apprise the Chief Minister of several challenges being faced by students and […]
Dr Jitendra inaugurates IIM Jammu 5-day holistic orientation programme
JAMMU: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu commenced its five day Holistic Orientation Programme with a grand inaugural ceremony held here on Monday at Jagti campus. The programme marked formal induction of the 6th Batch of Ph.D, 4th Batch of Ph.D. (Working Professionals), 10th Batch of MBA, 4th Batch of MBA in Healthcare Management […]
Varmul Gindo 2025: Finals of Volleyball, Kabaddi and Karate events held
Baramulla: The grand finals of Volleyball, Kabaddi and Karate were conducted on Monday at the Showkat Ali Indoor Stadium as part of the ongoing Varmul Gindo 2025 sports festival. The event witnessed an overwhelming response from the local community, with over 1000 spectators in attendance. In the Volleyball finals, Amargarh Volleyball Club emerged victorious over […]
Budhal MLA, Apni Party Chief call on Lt Guv
SRINAGAR: Javed Iqbal Choudhary, Member of Legislative Assembly from Budhal called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday, an official spokesman said. He apprised the Lieutenant Governor of various welfare issues of Gujjar and Bakerwal community including establishment of Eklavya Model Residential School at Khawas, Kendriya Vidyalaya at Kotaranka, and similar educational institutions in other […]
