Senior NC leader from Kargil passes away in Jammu
Assembly observes silence Jammu: Senior National Conference (NC) leader and former Jammu and Kashmir minister Qamar Ali Akhoon passed away at a hospital here on Friday at the age of 68, officials said. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta expressed grief over the death of veteran politician from Kargil. Jammu and […]
Govt examining proposal to notify new tourism areas in JK: Minister
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government is examining a proposal regarding the notification of new tourism-worthy areas across the Union Territory, minister Javid Ahmad Dar has said. Replying to a question on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in the legislative assembly here, Dar said several prominent locations in the Bani constituency of Kathua, like […]
Chief Minister condoles demise of former Ministers
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed profound grief over the demise of former ministers, recalling their contributions towards uplifting people’s lives and stating that they served the public with honesty, dedication and commitment. In a condolence message, the Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the sudden demise of Qamar Ali Akhoon Sahab, former Minister […]
Rather grieved over demise of former Minister Qamar Ali Akhnoon
Visits Karbala House, expresses condolences to bereaved family JAMMU: Speaker Jammu Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA) Abdul Rahim Rather, Friday expressed profound grief over the demise of former Minister and MLA Qamar Ali Akhoon. The Speaker said that Akhoon was a widely respected leader and capable administrator who was committed to the well-being and welfare of […]
87 % claims rejected in J&K under Forest Rights Act, 6097 accepted: Govt tells LA
Jammu: Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday revealed that it has rejected 87 percent of claims under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. In response to a cut motion moved by Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone, the Minister in-charge of Forests, Environment and Climate Change, Javed Ahmad Rana stated that 6097 claims (13.26%) have been […]
3,982 kanals of custodian land under illegal occupation in Kashmir: Govt
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that 3,982 kanals and 1.5 marlas of custodian land in the Kashmir division are under illegal occupation or litigation. Replying to a question tabled by MLA Abdul Majeed Bhat, the Revenue Department, said that the total notified evacuee (custodian) land in both Jammu […]
Govt links Doodpathri, Yousmarg reopening to security clearance
Matter taken up with DC Budgam, Tourism Dept says decision not in its domain Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that the reopening of tourist destinations Doodpathri and Yousmarg is subject to security considerations beyond the mandate of the Tourism Department, adding that the issue has been taken up […]
J&K govt rules out waiver for KCC loans
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is no proposal to waive Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans for farmers affected by recent floods or blockades. The reply, provided by the Agriculture Production Department to a question raised by an MLA, said KCC is a central government-backed financial scheme […]
559 J&K training centres impart craft skills: Govt
Says 3,900 plus artisans benefit in Budgam in 2 years Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday informed the House that 559 Elementary and Advanced Training Centres are currently functional across the Union Territory to impart basic and advanced craft skills in various trades. Replying to a question tabled by MLA Chadoora Ali Mohammad […]
Govt says no to establishing new colleges
Says J&K has 1.16 lakh seats in degree colleges, just 45,000 students Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that there is “no immediate or compelling requirement” to set up new government degree colleges in the Union Territory, citing under-utilisation of existing seats and low enrolment. Replying to a question […]