Climate change affecting Kashmir’s ecosystem: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Mar 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday stressed the need to adopt scientific research, modern technology and sustainable practices to strengthen cold-water fisheries in Jammu and Kashmir while safeguarding natural resources. Addressing the National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre in Srinagar, CM Omar said universities and research […]
MHA revokes NSA detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk
New Delhi, Mar 14: The Ministry of Home Affairs Saturday said it has revoked the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act with immediate effect, saying government remains committed to fostering an environment of peace, stability, and mutual trust in Ladakh to facilitate constructive and meaningful dialogue with all stakeholders According to […]
Panun Kashmir expels ex-chairman Chrungoo amid foreign links allegations, Tito Ganju to take over
Jammu, Mar 14 (PTI) Panun Kashmir, an organisation representing Kashmiri Pandits, has expelled its former chairman Ajay Chrungoo with immediate effect and ordered an enquiry into his alleged foreign links, including a reported interaction with US-based Pakistani ISI agent Ghulam Nabi Fai, a circular said on Saturday. Chrungoo has been replaced by Tito Ganju, the […]
Tree cover in Indian Himalayan region shrunk by 2.2 per cent in two years: Govt
NEW DELHI, Mar 14 (PTI): The tree cover in the 13 states and Union territories of the Indian Himalayan region has shrunk by 2.27 per cent between 2021 and 2023, Union minister Kirti Vardhan Singh said. In a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha on Friday, the minister said that according to […]
Massive search operation in Samba after Pak drone spotted
JAMMU, Mar 14 (PTI): A massive search operation was launched by security forces on Saturday in several forward villages of Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district after a Pakistani drone crossed the International Border and entered the Indian territory, officials said. The enemy drone movement was noticed for a few minutes over the villages of Kandral, […]
Omar chairs cabinet meeting in Jammu, key decisions on governance taken
Jammu, Mar 13: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday chaired a Cabinet meeting here, paving the way for key decisions aimed at strengthening governance and accelerating development across the Union Territory. The decisions were taken with a focus on improving administrative efficiency and public service delivery, the office of the chief minister […]
Govt ensures uninterrupted LPG supply to households, says no need for panic booking
NEW DELHI, Mar 13 (PTI): The government on Friday said uninterrupted LPG supply to households has been ensured, and there is no need for panic booking for cylinders. Briefing the media, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said the domestic production of LPG has already increased by 30 per […]
Lieutenant Governor inaugurated literary-cultural conclave at University of Jammu
Jammu, Mar 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the practitioners of literature and arts to preserve Jammu division’s rich heritage, promote its legacy, and connect the new generation to their roots. “Jammu’s traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above divisions of caste, creed, and artificial boundaries. The values […]
Jammu DM issues order regulating courier services to check transport of narcotics
JAMMU, Mar 13 (PTI): Jammu and Kashmir government has issued an order regulating the functioning of courier companies, parcel services and logistics operators to prevent the transport of contraband substances in Jammu district. Jammu District Magistrate (DM) Rakesh Minhas directed that no such entity shall accept, book or transport any prohibited substance unless it possesses […]
Curbs imposed in parts of Kashmir; protests break out in Shia dominated areas
SRINAGAR, Mar 13 (PTI): Protests broke out on Friday in some Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir, including Magam and Budgam, against the US-Israel strikes on Iran, officials said. Apprehending the protests on the last Friday of Ramzan, restrictions were imposed this morning in Srinagar and other parts of the valley, especially the Shia-dominated areas. The restrictions […]