Margan: Virgin Valley calling to be unveiled
By: Aadil Mohi ud din Malik The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in general and Kashmir in particular has been blessed with some enchanting tourist sites popular all over the world for their charming and breath taking beauty. From Kalhan’s “Rajtarangini” to Sir Walter Lawrence’s “The Vale of Kashmir” one can explicitly find abundant […]
Possibility of another World in the Galaxy
By: NARAYANAN KIZHUMUNDAYUR The universe is an awe-inspiring expanse of mystery and magnificence. When we look up at the night sky, we are not merely witnessing twinkling lights scattered across darkness—we are gazing into a boundless cosmic ocean, teeming with possibilities. Among the countless stars, each potentially harboring its own planetary system, one question has […]
CS aligns hydropower development with community empowerment
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo chaired a meeting to review and strategize the accelerated development of hydropower projects across various rivers in Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting underscored the administration’s unwavering commitment to harnessing the region’s immense hydroelectric potential as a cornerstone of sustainable growth and prosperity here. The pivotal meeting saw the participation of […]
Union Agriculture Secretary visits agricultural institutions, facilities in Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Union Secretary, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Devesh Chaturvedi, Friday visited prominent Agricultural Institutions and facilities in the Kashmir Valley to assess the ongoing initiatives and explore avenues for further strengthening of the sector. During the visit, Devesh Chaturvedi inspected the Indian International Kashmir Saffron Trade Centre (IIKSTC), where he reviewed the post-harvest […]
J&K Cooperative Societies deptt organize workshop
JAMMU: The J&K Cooperative Societies Department, Friday convened a collaborative workshop to discuss and co-create the proposed Holistic Cooperative Development Programme (HCDP). Commissioner Secretary, Cooperatives, Babila Rakwal, was the chief guest on the occasion. The event saw enthusiastic participation from a wide range of stakeholders including the representatives from cooperatives, government departments, financial institutions and […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Lt Guv inaugurates Yatri Niwas Complex at Baltal for pilgrims
Says safe and adequate accommodation to all the devotees is our top priority SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday inaugurated the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board’s Yatri Niwas Complex at Baltal, Ganderbal for pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The facility, developed by ONGC under its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, will accommodate 800 pilgrims […]
DMRRR organises mock exercises on Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in Anantnag, Kulgam
SRINAGAR: Intensifying efforts towards addressing the Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) hazard in Jammu & Kashmir, mock exercises on GLOF disaster scenario were organized by the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction (DMRRR) under the chairpersonship of Principal Secretary, DMRRR, Chandraker Bharti, in Anantnag and Kulgam districts having high risk Glacial Lakes. These […]
Mission Director JJM asks district project units to expedite creation of Dashboards
SRINAGAR: Mission Director, Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Khurshid Ahmad Shah, Friday convened a review meeting regarding working of District Project Management Units (DPMUs) of J&K through virtual mode. The meeting was attended by Technical Advisor Kashmir and Jammu along with Technical Officers and I/C DPMUs. The Mission Director was informed that creation of IDs for […]
KU extends last date for Admissions-2025 upto 10th July
Srinagar: In view of the numerous requests received from aspirants, the University of Kashmir (KU) has extended the last date for submission of online applications for admission to various PG, Integrated UG-PG programs, B.Tech, as well as for other courses offered at the Kupwara Campus, a KU spokesman said Friday. The new deadline for applying […]
Div Com, IGP, DC, SSP Sgr, join Muharram procession at Lal Chowk
Serve water to mourners Srinagar: With a symbolic gesture of unity and service, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Inspector General of Police ((IGP) Kashmir, V K Birdhi, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Dr. Akshay Labroo, and SSP Srinagar Dr Sundeep Chakarvourti on Friday joined the traditional 8th Muharram procession at Lal Chowk Srinagar, where they served […]
