J&K Assembly sets up 3 key House committees
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Friday passed a motion to constitute three key House committees. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had moved a motion to elect 11 members each to the Committee on Public Accounts, Committee on Estimates, and the Committee on Public Undertakings, in accordance with Rules 344, 346 and 349 of the […]
Smart City Push Falls Short: Srinagar’s Public Washroom Rollout Sees Gaps Amid Broader Urban Challenges
Only 15 of 25 planned facilities functional; drainage bottlenecks, waste management strides & stray dog control efforts paint a mixed picture of city governance Srinagar: Srinagar’s transformation under the Smart City Mission reflects a story of progress interspersed with persistent urban challenges, as the government revealed that only 15 out of 25 public washrooms […]
No need to stock fuel
For the past few days again people across districts have been running to stock fuel by not only filling the tanks of their vehicles but also storing fuel in cans as well. This unprecedented rush for stocking fuel has led to a crisis and panic situation among the people as well as the administration. So […]
Drive Safe, Stay Alive
Shoiab Mohmmad Bhat I was waiting to cross the road when suddenly I noticed a car rushing at high speed. The driver was overtaking other vehicles carelessly, without using the horn or even giving an indicator. For a moment, it felt very unsafe and disturbing. It made me think how such small acts of negligence […]
Free education, health and justice—right or just a dream?
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh India’s democracy holds its place as the world’s largest democracy. It is not merely a political system, but a reflection of the aspirations, rights, and dreams of millions of citizens. The Constitution promises us equality, liberty, and justice, but the question still remains: has this promise truly reached every citizen equally? Are […]
LG interacts with students of Army Goodwill School in border belt of Poonch
Jammu: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday interacted with the students from Army Goodwill School from border belt of Saujiyan in Poonch at Lok Bhavan here, an official spokesperson said. The contingent, comprising 33 students accompanied by teachers and Army personnel, are visiting Jammu as a part of J&K Integration Tour under Operation Sadbhavana. The […]
Budget Session 2026:MCC facility at SMGS Hospital boosts neonatal, perinatology services in Jammu region: Sakeena Itoo
JAMMU: The newly established 243-bedded Maternal and Child Care (MCC) facility at SMGS Hospital Jammu has significantly improved the neonatal and perinatology services in Jammu region, health minister Sakina Itoo said Friday. The vital utility has enhanced new-born care facilities, maternal health services besides reducing the waiting period for planned surgeries. Sakeena Itoo while replying […]
Farooq Abdullah calls for end to West Asia conflict to ensure global peace
Srinagar: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Friday called for an end to the conflict in West Asia so that people across the world could live in peace. “We are in a war situation. We all pray that God ends this war and peace prevails so that we all can live in peace,” Abdullah […]
Over 1,800 fire incidents in last 3 years, nearly Rs 18 Cr relief provided: Govt
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday said that 1,876 fire incidents have been reported across the Union Territory over the past three years, and that financial assistance of nearly Rs 18 crore has been disbursed to affected victims. In response to a question from National Conference MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar during the assembly […]
Assembly Proceedings: J&K Assembly passes three Appropriation Bills during Budget Session
JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Friday passed three key Appropriation Bills during the ongoing Budget Session of the House. Earlier, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved the bills for consideration and passing. The bills include: “A Bill to authorize payment and appropriation of certain further sums from and out of the Consolidated Fund of […]