PoJK remarks of NC leader reflects his ‘DNA’: LoP Sharma
Jammu: Leader of Opposition, Sunil Sharma on Wednesday said that the statement of National Conference (NC) leader Mir Saifullah on PoJK reflects his ‘DNA.” Talking to reporters in the premise of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sharma said that the people were expecting redressal of public issues in the Budget session. However, he said that […]
Involving children in the Spirit of Ramadhan
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi During Ramadhan, adults not only practice fasting and spiritual reflection but also use it as an opportunity to teach Islamic principles to their children. It’s our responsibility as parents, teachers, and society members to share the authentic feeling of this blessed month with the younger generation. It takes education, creativity and […]
The Menace of Binge Drinking
By: Dr. Vipul Gupta With the rising incidences of mortality and morbidity due to stroke, it is crucial to address this silent but pervasive health threat that looms over our population. Recent studies, including the ground breaking Interstroke study, have shed light on the alarming vulnerability of Indians to stroke, with a significant correlation identified […]
Need to develop writing skills
By: Syed Mustafa Ahmad Once I read a quote that says in order to be an expert in writing, one has to read, read and re-read. This fact proved to be truly fitting when the 2025 Board Examinations are going on. Some days ago, the English language papers of both twelfth and tenth classes were […]
GoC 16 Corps Nagrota takes up issues of Ex-Servicemen with Chief Secretary
JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today listened to the issues and concerns of Ex-Servicemen highlighted by Lieutenant General, Navin Sachdeva, AVSM, SM, GOC 16 Corps based in Nagrota, in his office at Civil Secretariat, Jammu. Principal Secretary, Home Department, Chandraker Bharti; Brigadier Kapil Taneja, VSM, Brig A 16 Corps; Brigadier Gurmeet Singh Shan, Director Rajya […]
Kashmir to get its first ‘Crowdfunded’ University
Srinagar: In a significant move to transform higher education in Jammu & Kashmir, a visionary initiative to establish Kashmir’s first crowdfunded university has been officially announced. Named “The University of WathHarbor”, this will be a university by the people, for the people, and of the people of J&K—a first-of-its-kind institution built entirely on public support, […]
Discussing Art 370 in assembly is foolishness: LoP Sharma
Jammu: Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader, Sunil Sharma, on Tuesday said that discussing Article 370 is “foolishness.” Sarma while talking to reporters here, said that discussing Article370 is foolishness as the Supreme Court has legitimized its abrogation. “No assembly in the country has the power to overturn the decision of the Parliament,” he […]
No creation, upgradation of Health Centers planned in J&K: Govt
Srinagar: The Jammu & Kashmir Government informed the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday that J&K has a health institution for every 3,500 souls, compared to the national average of 6,000 souls. In a written reply to an unstarred question by MLA Reyaz Ahmed Khan, the Minister in-charge of Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Masood Itto, informed […]
Police organises awareness programmes on New Criminal Laws
Srinagar: In a significant initiative to educate the youth and the general public about recently amended criminal laws, police organized awareness programmes on new Criminal Laws in Budgam and Handwara, a police spokesman said Tuesday. He said that police in Budgam organized an awareness programme on New Criminal laws at Police Station Khansahib. The event […]
CUKashmir announces admission to UG programmes
Ganderbal: The Central University of Kashmir invites online applications from eligible candidates for admission to various undergraduate (UG) programmes through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) (UG) – 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The prospective students can apply for the following UG programmes: B.Sc. (Hons/Hons. with Research) in: Biotechnology, Zoology, Physics and […]
