KU-VC, group of bikers calls on Lt Guv
SRINAGAR: Prof. Nilofer Khan, Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Friday, an official spokesman said here. He said that Prof. Nilofer Khan expressed gratitude to the Lieutenant Governor for his unwavering support and continuous guidance to the University’s progress, and paving the way for the University of Kashmir to […]
Divisional Commissioner reviews arrangements for arrival of Hajj pilgrims
SRINAGAR : In preparation for the arrival of Hajj pilgrims, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, chaired a meeting today to finalize the comprehensive arrangements for safe and smooth arrival of pilgrims at the International Airport Srinagar. Addressing the officers from various departments, Div Com issued a slew of directives aimed at facilitating […]
Principal Secretary SWD chairs introductory cum review meeting
Calls for seamless implementation of Central, UT-level schemes SRINAGAR: Principal Secretary, Social Welfare, Anil Kumar Singh, Friday chaired an introductory-cum-review meeting at the Civil Secretariat, here. The Principal Secretary undertook a comprehensive, sector-wise review of the implementation of all Centrally Sponsored and Union Territory-level schemes, including flagship programmes. The officers presented detailed updates on the […]
Police detains motorcyclist for ‘reckless driving’
Srinagar: Police detained a motorcyclist for reckless and dangerous driving in the Lal Bazar area of Srinagar, following a viral Facebook video that drew public attention to the incident near GD Goenka School, Omer Colony, a police spokesman said Friday. He said that the rider, identified as Khalid Manzoor Bhat, son of Manzoor Ahmed Bhat […]
Illegal extraction of minerals: Police seize two mechanized motor boats
Srinagar: Acting tough against the persons involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals, police seized two Mechanized Motor Boats in Awantipora in south Kashmir, a police spokesman said Friday. He said that a police party seized two mechanized motor boats being used for illicit extraction of sand from river Jehulm. The individuals involved have […]
Police launch destruction drive against wild cannabis
Srinagar: Police in south Kashmir’s Pampore area continued its special drive for destruction of wild cannabis, a police spokesman said Friday. He said that a police party alongwith officials of Excise Department under the supervision of SDPO Pampore launched a special drive against wild cannabis and destroyed on vast area (approximately 10 kanals). General public […]
Police arrests drug peddler in Kupwara
Srinagar: Police in Kupwara arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession, a police spokesman said Friday. He said that a police party at a checkpoint established at Gonipora Haihama, arrested a drug peddler identified as Nazir Ahmed Khan son of Momin Khan resident of Gonipora Haihama Kupwara. During search, substantial quantity […]
Two killed, another injured in Udhampur road mishap
Jammu: At least two people were killed while as one person was injured in a road accident near Prince Dhaba in Udhampur district on Friday. Officials said that a swift car with registration number JK21K-9427 lost control near Prince Dhaba while travelling Jammu towards Udhampur. Two people were killed, and one person was injured in […]
