GMC Anantnag gets nod for superspeciality course in cardiology
Jammu: The Government Medical College-Anantnag has become the first newly established institution in the region to receive approval to start a superspeciality course in cardiology, an official spokesperson said on Wednesday. The National Board of Examinations has accredited “Three Dr NB Cardiology seats” to the Department of Cardiology, GMC Anantnag, the person said, according to […]
KPDCL observes “Smart Meter Pakhwada” to promote consumer awareness
SRINAGAR: In a significant step towards strengthening consumer engagement and as a as part of a nationwide awareness campaign, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) is observing “Smart Meter Pakhwada” across the Kashmir Valley. The fortnight-long programme, which commenced on February 9, will continue until February 23, 2026. The initiative aims to create awareness among […]
Five detained as manhunt for juvenile home escapee widens
Jammu: At least five suspected persons have been detained for questioning amid intensified search for a gangster who remained at large after escaping a juvenile home, along with two Pakistani inmates, in a border village of Jammu, officials said on Wednesday. Both the Pakistani nationals were arrested on Tuesday, within 20 hours of the incident […]
Five HDFC Bank employees arrested in Shopian for financial fraud
Srinagar: Five HDFC employees have been arrested in connection with a large-scale financial fraud in the Shopian district of south Kashmir. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch carried out searches in Shopian and Budgam districts on Wednesday in connection with the matter, an agency spokesperson said. “…five HDFC bank employees have been […]
SKUAST-K concludes 21-Day winter school on regenerative agriculture
SRINAGAR: In a significant move toward fortifying India’s agricultural future against the rising challenges of climate change, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir concluded a 21-day ICAR Winter School on Wednesday at its Shalimar campus. The intensive program, ‘Fostering Climate Resilience and Sustainability through Organic and Regenerative Agriculture’, brought together an elite […]
Construction of 50 bedded Additional Block at SDH Sunderbani in progress: Sakeena Itoo
Says Rs 424 lakh earmarked for three vital projects in Sunderbani Jammu: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, Wednesday said that the ongoing works on the vital projects like construction of 50 bedded additional Block and setting up of Dialysis Unit at SDH Sunderbani are being regularly monitored to ensure their completion within […]
Govt to establish two Industrial Estates in Pattan: Dy Chief Minister
Jammu: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary Wednesday said that two industrial estates are being established in Pattan Constituency of Baramulla district. The Deputy Chief Minister was replying to a question raised by MLA Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah on behalf of Legislator Javaid Riyaz (Bedar) in the Legislative Assembly. The Deputy Chief Minister informed that the […]
6,999 Solar Street Lights being procured during 2025-26: Satish Sharma
Jammu: Minister for Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, Wednesday said that 6,999 Solar Street Lights (SSLs) are being procured during the year 2025-26 with a minimum of 50 being provided in each constituency of Jammu and Kashmir. The Minister stated this while replying to a question raised by Legislator Ajaz Ahmad Jan in the Legislative […]
Delimitation of Panchayat Halqas after completion of Census exercise: Javid Dar
Jammu: Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, Wednesday informed the House that the government of Jammu and Kashmir has frozen the boundaries of all administrative units across the Union Territory until completion of the Census 2021. Replying to a question raised by Legislator Abdul Majeed Bhat (Larmi) in the House, […]
Govt focuses on faculty, infra augmentation in operational offsite campuses of JU: Sakeena Itoo
Jammu: Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo Wednesday said that the government is focusing on augmentation of infrastructure and faculty in operational offsite campuses of Jammu University (JU) at Bhaderwah, Kishtwar, Udhampur, Reasi, Ramnagar, Kathua and Poonch. The Minister said this while replying to a question of Legislator Dr. Sunil Bhardwaj in the Legislative Assembly. The […]