DC Budgam holds meeting with bankers, instructs 100% coverage of Smart Kisan Credit Cards
BUDGAM: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo, chaired a meeting today to review the saturation of Smart Kisan Credit Cards (KCC) in the district. The meeting aimed to strategize and expedite the process, ensuring maximum benefits for the farming community. During the meeting, the DC assessed the current status of Smart KCC saturation and […]
DC Kulgam inaugurates District Level Exhibition under INSPIRE Awards MANAK
KULGAM: A District Level Exhibition and Project Competition under INSPIRE Awards – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge) was inaugurated at DIET Kulgam, today, where the students from various schools exhibited more than 100 models prepared by them. The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan inaugurated the exhibition and also took overview […]
DC Kupwara reviews arrangements for celebration of auspicious Shab-e-Meraj
KUPWARA: In connection with celebration of upcoming Meraj-un-Nabi (SAW), the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan today chaired a meeting of Officers at DC Office Complex here, to finalize the arrangements being made by all line Departments for smooth conduct of the auspicious religious occasion. Ayushi sought feedback from concerned Officers regarding the arrangements of […]
DDC Shopian reviews sector wise works of District Capex
Directs to improve desired physical & financial progress of ongoing Dev. works SHOPIAN: To review the physical and financial progress of developmental projects and works under the District Capex Plan for the ongoing year (2024-25) in the district, the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar today chaired a meeting of officers at […]
Reduced precipitation: NDMA issues ‘very high forest fire risk’ alert for JK
Srinagar: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a ‘very high forest fire risk’ alert for forested areas in Jammu & Kashmir over the next seven days. “Very High Forest Fire Risk is likely to occur over forest areas in J&K, in the next 7 days. In case of emergency dial 112,” reads an […]
Against the Odds: Young Kashmiri Musician’s journey from Gurez to Glory
By: Sualiha Zubair, Maleeha Sofi Srinagar: In the serene Gurez Valley of Kashmir, the journey of 23-year-old ZieaUlAalam serves as a testament to the saying, “hard work pays off.” Coming from a family steeped in musical tradition, with both his grandfather and father as musicians, Ziea’s path has not been without challenges. Despite facing setbacks, […]
Garbage Disposal on the Banks of Water Bodies
By: Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat Kashmir, often referred to as ‘heaven on earth’, has captivated the world for centuries with its unparalleled natural beauty. Adorned with snow-capped peaks, mesmerizing waterfalls, and serene water bodies, this region has been a symbol of aesthetic wonder. The rural areas of Kashmir, nestled in the lap of majestic mountains and […]
Managing Winter Risks
By: Dr RaghavKesri Cancer treatment can be a challenging journey for patients, and the winter months often add an extra layer of difficulty. The drop in temperatures and the onset of seasonal illnesses pose unique risks for individuals undergoing cancer treatment or recovering from it. Understanding how cold weather affects cancer patients and taking appropriate […]
‘President for life’
By: Paul Edward Fisher At some point during a political leader’s final term they start to become prey to what is commonly known as “lame duck syndrome”. Donald Trump may have only just been inaugurated, but political commentators are already saying this is likely to happen in a couple of years, once the mid-term elections […]
