Why Khelo India is now a big part of every athlete’s journey?
By: Dr.Mansukh Mandaviya Seven years ago, we ignited a movement with the launch of the Khelo India School Games (KISG) in 2018. Today, as I look at how far we’ve come, I am filled with immense pride—not just for the medals we’ve won, but for the way Khelo India has transformed the very fabric of […]
Health crisis in Badhaal Village
By: Ulfat Nazir A devastating health crisis has gripped Badhaal village in Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, leaving the community in shock and grief. Since December 2024, 17 residents, mostly children, have tragically lost their lives to a mysterious illness. The incident has raised grave concerns and prompted urgent intervention from health experts and government […]
Sarthal, the Hidden Gem
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi Located in the calm and unexplored patches of Jammu and Kashmir, Sarthal is a stunning destination that is largely untouched by mass tourism. While locations like Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg have been the most recognized tourist places of Kashmir since long, Sarthal is one unexplored destination awaiting exploration. With emerald green […]
CS for developing grievance portal for persons facing hiccups in availing credit
Assesses saturation level of social sector, financial inclusion schemes JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, directed for developing an efficacious grievance portal for the people who face hurdles in availing credit from the financial institutions to start their businesses or for other self employment activities. The meeting besides the Principal Secretary, Finance was attended by Principal […]
Forest Minister directs for aligning development with environment conservation
JAMMU: Underscoring the need for development that aligns with environmental conservation, Minister for Forest, Javed Ahmed Rana, today reviewed the Forest Department’s proposals and action plan during a meeting at Civil Secretariat Jammu. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary Forests Ecology and Environment, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests JK, Secretary in Forest Department and […]
Sakeena Itoo reviews progress on SAMAGRA Shiksha interventions across J&K
JAMMU: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review progress on various interventions as well as formulation of upcoming work plan for SAMAGRA Shiksha across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by MLAs of several constituencies; Additional Chief Secretary, School Education […]
J&K to join nationwide ‘Watershed Yatra’
RDD Minister to flag off ‘Yatra van’ from Kathua on Feb 5 JAMMU: In a significant step towards sustainable water management, the Government of India is all set to launch the “Watershed Yatra”—a nationwide awareness campaign under the Watershed Development Component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (WDC-PMKSY 2.0). The campaign will be flagged off […]
Dy CM releases JKBOCWW Board compendium
Meets several deputations; assesses their issues JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Chowdhary, today released a Compendium on laws related to Jammu and Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB) besides a poster highlighting various incentives being offered to the workers. Chief Executive Officer, JKBOCWWB, Muneer ul Islam, was also present. The compendium, replete […]
