KPDCL announces Power Shutdown
SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Pampore-Pampore line will be observed due to which power supply to Pampore, Khadermoh, Zewan, Tangan, EDI and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 12 Noon on 15 March 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 132 kV ICT-Ckt-II at 200 MVA, 132/33 […]
Terrorist hideout busted in Rajouri, IED recovered
JAMMU: Security forces busted a terrorist hideout in a remote forest area in Rajouri district and recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), officials said on Thursday. The hideout was unearthed during a search operation by troops of the Rashtriya Rifles in the Chamrer forest area of Thanamandi on Wednesday evening, they said. Besides a ready-to-use […]
CM extends greetings on Jumat-ul-Vida
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida. In his message, the Chief Minister emphasized the profound spiritual significance of Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, which holds special importance for the Muslim community. He urged people […]
Rain Brings Chill, Not Relief: Kashmir’s Precipitation Deficit Persists
Light showers dip temperatures across Valley but massive rainfall shortfall continues to worry experts Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: A spell of light rain across parts of Kashmir on Wednesday brought a noticeable dip in temperatures, offering residents a brief respite from the unusually warm and dry conditions that have persisted for weeks. However, meteorologists say […]
CM reviews plan for expansion, modernization of JK House properties pan India
Calls for depiction of cultural identity in the new infrastructure NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Wednesday reviewed plans to establish new JK Houses in Dwarka in the national capital and Mumbai and to revamp existing government properties across several states and Union Territories to strengthen Jammu and Kashmir’s presence nationwide. The review meeting […]
Agriculture sector offers huge hope
Agriculture sector in Jammu and Kashmir holds immense potential and requires focused attention towards value addition to unlock its true business opportunities. Notably, most of the agricultural produce from Jammu and Kashmir leaves the region in its raw form, with very little processing or value addition being done locally. This brings us to the discussion […]
The Simple Math of Life and the Power of Laylatul Qadr
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Human beings often believe they have plenty of time in life to perform worship and prepare for the Hereafter. However, when we truly analyse our lifespan, we realize that the actual time available for sincere worship is surprisingly small. Islam reminds us that Allah created human beings for a single purpose: to […]
Women lead and inspire change
Rakshanda Gul International Women’s Day is considered a very important day for women across the world. On this day, people recognize the achievements, struggles, and contributions of women in different areas of life. The day serves as a moment of celebration and reflection. It allows us to appreciate the role women play in shaping families, […]