Chronology of Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case in Ayodhya
New Delhi, Mar 8 (PTI) The following is the chronology of events in the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid land dispute case in Ayodhya in which the Supreme Court Friday referred the politically sensitive case for mediation to a panel headed by former apex court judge F M I Kallifulla and gave it eight weeks to complete […]
Imposing fine on Kashmiris students highly disturbing, says Sikh body
Srinagar: All Parties Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) Friday expressed concern over the imposition of fine on the Kashmiri students who were studying in different states of India and had to leave their respective institutes following threat to their lives. In a statement issued here, APSCC Chairman Jagmohan Singh Raina said that it is highly disturbing […]
On JRL’s call, Hurriyat (G) stages protest
Srinagar: Hurriyat Conference G) leaders and activists on Friday staged a protest at Hyderpora and Budgam here against the ban on Jamaat-e-Islami, arrest of leaders, booking of Muhammad Yasin Malik and others pro-freedom leaders under PSA. The protest was called by Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL) to sent a message to the authorities that ‘the people […]
Why to talk if JK is India’s integral part, asks Er Rasheed
Srinagar: Awami Itehaad Party (AIP) president and former MLA Langate, Engineer Abdul Rasheed Sheikh on Friday accused national political parties of misleading people of India over Kashmir dispute. In a statement issued here, Er Rasheed said that it needs not to be told that whenever talks will be held between India and Pakistan, the focus […]
JK government orders ban on issuance of fresh arms licenses
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered a ban on the issuance of fresh arms licenses in the state till further orders. “No fresh individual fresh license shall be issued by the District Magistrate(s) of the State of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of section 14(1)(b)(ii) of the Arms Act, 1959, till further orders,” […]
SAC approves re-hiring of subject specific teachers under Samagra Shiksha
Jammu: The State Administrative Council (SAC) which met here today under the chairmanship of Governor, Satya Pal Malik approved temporary re-hiring of eligible subject specific Teachers who have rendered their services during the last academic year 2018-19 to run classes in the 110 upgraded schools under RMSA. The School Education Department proposed re-hiring of these […]
SAC approves holding of elections for constitution of Block Development Councils
Jammu: The State Administrative Council (SAC) which met here today under the chairmanship of Governor, Satya Pal Malik approved holding of elections for constitution of Block Development Council in the State (2nd Tier), after issuance of necessary notification in this behalf in consultation with Chief Electoral Officer, J&K and as per dates to be announced […]
SKIMS conducts rare surgery, helps minor girl to overcome crippling disability
Srinagar: Department of Neurosurgery, Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) has conducted a rare surgery of an 11-year-old girl, helping her to overcome crippling disability. SKIMS PRO in a statement issued here said Department of Neurosurgery conducted a rare procedure on an 11-yr-old girl hailing from Baramulla. She was admitted on 20th February, here and […]
Schools to be equipped with basic minimum facilities: DC
Srinagar: The district administration Srinagar on Friday said all government schools in the district will be equipped with basic minimum facilities under the convergence of departments programme. Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary speaking in a meeting of school education officers, said all schools will be equipped with ramps, toilets, power and water supplies, […]
J&K Bank organizes SLBC’s 10th Sub-committee meet for Export Promotion

Jammu: With a view to provide liberal finance to exporters of the state and meet their expectations, J&K Bank, the convenor, today organized the 10th Sub-committee meet of State Level Bankers Committee (SLBC) for export promotion here at the Bank’s Zonal Office Jammu. The Bank’s Executive President R.K Chhibber chaired the meeting attended by General […]