Pulwama’s young author Honoured with National Literature Award 2025
Srinagar: Pulwama’s very own literary voice, Faheem ul Islam, has been conferred with the prestigious National Literature Award 2025 by the Indian Literature and Arts Society. The award acknowledges his exceptional contribution to literature, with a focus on social issues and youth empowerment, reflected in his powerful books and thought-provoking newspaper columns. Faheem, who hails […]
Div Com Kashmir assesses preparations for celebration of Republic Day-2025
Inspects civil & security arrangements at Bakhshi Stadium SRINAGAR: In view of ensuing Republic Day celebrations, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, convened a meeting on Tuesday with officials from civil departments and security agencies to assess the final arrangements and facilities for the national event. During the meeting, the Div Com reviewed […]
Coalition with NC stands: Tariq Karra
Says Congress will participate in government only after statehood restoration Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hameed Karra while debunking reports that the alliance with the National Conference is on the verge of a collapse, termed them as “malicious” and “concocted.” Karra asserted that there was no truth in these reports and […]
Assembly session in March not possible, due to Ramadhan: Sajjad Lone
Asks govt to reconsider its decision of holding assembly session Srinagar: Amid reports that the Jammu & Kashmir government has recommended holding an Assembly session in March, Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Tuesday said that holding the session during the holy month of Ramadan would be inconvenient for the majority of MLAs. In […]
J&K Raj Bhawan celebrates Foundation Day of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur
JAMMU: The Foundation Day of Meghalaya, Manipur and Tripura was celebrated in J&K Raj Bhavan. Students, Security personnel and the people of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur living in J&K were the special invitees for the cultural programme celebrating the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, organized to commemorate the occasion. In his address, Lieutenant Governor […]
CM Omar Abdullah releases Tourism Department’s Calendar, Trekking Maps
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah unveiled calendars for the year 2025 and trekking maps created by the Department of Tourism, Jammu and Kashmir, in a ceremony held at the Civil Secretariat. The launch event was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Commissioner […]
Delegation from Padder, AoI Gangyal call on Deputy Chief Minister, highlight key issues
JAMMU: A delegation from Padder, led by Pooja Thakur, Chairperson District Development Council (DDC) Kishtwar, called on Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Chaudhary. The delegation apprised the Deputy Chief Minister of the pressing issues faced by the residents of Padder-Nagseni, seeking immediate redressal. The key demands presented included improving road connectivity, addressing power supply issues, enhancing […]
J&K achieves 85% completion rate under PMAY-G: Secretary RD&PR
JAMMU: Secretary, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir has achieved a significant milestone in implementing the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), with an 85% completion rate. During a review meeting, the Secretary highlighted this significant milestone in implementation of rural housing scheme, expressing confidence that the […]
J&K has immense potential for harnessing solar, hydro, other renewable energy sources: Satish Sharma
Attends Regional Workshop on Renewable Energy in Jaipur, Rajasthan JAIPUR, JANUARY 21: “Jammu and Kashmir has immense potential for harnessing solar, hydro and other renewable energy sources in Jammu and Kashmir”, stated Minister for FCS &CA, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Science and Technology, Information Technology, ARI and Trainings, Satish Sharma, during his address at […]
DC Baramulla launches Clean River Jhelum campaign on Republic Day-2025 eve
BARAMULLA: In a significant step to promote environmental cleanliness ahead of Republic Day, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa today launched the ‘Clean River Jhelum Campaign.’ The campaign, running from January 21 to January 25, 2025, aims to clean the River Jhelum and raise awareness about environmental conservation. Organized by the Housing and Urban Development […]
