Weatherman predicts another snowfall from Jan 4
Srinagar: Following further dip in the minimum temperature, the weatherman here has predicted moderate snowfall across Kashmir and heavy snowfall in higher reaches of Jammu from Monday, stating that the night temperature will rise in J&K and Ladakh in coming days. Director, Meteorological department (MeT), Sonum Lotus said that there is possibility of moderate snowfall […]
Don’t use wetlands as dumping grounds: Div Com
Says they act as lungs of Kashmir Valley
SRINAGAR2: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole Saturday stressed on revamping of Khushalsar and Gilsar lakes to restore their pristine glory in Srinagar. Div Com said this while chairing a meeting of concerned officers. The meeting, among others was attended by CE I&FC, PHE, Commissioner SMC, Director Rakhs and Forms, ADC, WLW Wetlands, Tehsildar Eidgah, […]
JK reports one death, 244 new covid-19 cases
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir reported 244 new covid-19 cases while one person succumbed during the last 24 hours, officials said on Saturday. They said 107 cases were reported from Jammu Division and 137 from Kashmir Valley taking the total case tally to 121471. Giving district wise details, the officials said that Srinagar recorded 46 cases, […]
Sarpanches, Panches, Councilors administered oath
SRINAGAR: The newly elected Sarpanches and Panches were Saturday administered oath by respective District Administration at Shopian, Kulgam and Baramulla. On the occasion, the concerned officers exhorted upon them to work in tandem for the development of their areas and for the betterment of people. They also assured them of full support from the district […]
One-day online workshop on ‘Usage of Virtual Lab’ organised
SRINAGAR: In line with the vision of Digital transformation of Higher Education Institutions (HEI) initiated by the J&K Higher Education Department, Amar Singh College Saturday organised a One-day online Workshop on the ‘Usage of Virtual Labs’. The programme was e-inaugrated and presided over by the Principal of the college, Prof. Bashir Ahmad Rather. Speaking on […]
Lt Guv condoles demise of Buta Singh
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha expressed his heartfelt condolences on the passing away of veteran politician and former Union Home Minister, Buta Singh. In his message, the Lt Governor said that the former Union Home Minister was a statesman par excellence and his demise is a great loss to the political sphere. He prayed for […]
Fit India Cyclothon flagged off at Shopian
SHOPIAN: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Choudhary Mohammed Yasin Saturday flagged off Fit India Cyclothon here with the motto to keep countrymen fit and help to get freedom from obesity, laziness, stress, anxiety besides other diseases. The Cyclothon was organized by the District Youth Services and Sports (DYS& S) Department and passed through Batapora Chowk […]
Republic Day arrangements reviewed at Kupwara, Budgam
KUPWARA: To ensure smooth conduct of Republic Day (RD), 2021, function Deputy Commissioner (DC), Kupwara, Anshul Garg and DC Budgam, Shahbaz Ahmad Mirza, convened a meeting of all concerned officers and fixed responsibilities on them in their respective districts. Speaking on the occasion, the DC Kupwara stressed upon the officers to ensure hassle free arrangements […]
NC calls for end to border skirmishes, seeks recompense to affected
Srinagar: National Conference (NC) on Saturday called for an end to skirmishes on Line of Control (LOC) in Karnah, saying it is the people living along LOC that bear the brunt of escalating tensions in the border region. Expressing concern over the losses inquired by people in Karnah, MP Baramulla and North Zone President Muhammad […]
Army sets up ‘feedback and grievances’ helpline in Kashmir
Srinagar: The Army on Saturday set up a ‘feedback and grievances’ helpline in the Kashmir valley as part of its efforts to strengthen the bond with the people. The helpline has been set up under the aegis of Chinar Corps or 15 Corps responsible for guarding the Line of Control in the valley. “As part […]
