Dependency on technology
By: Dr. Rizwan Rumi In the modern world, technology is a constant companion, integrated into nearly every facet of our daily lives. From smartphones and tablets to smart home devices and digital assistants, technology makes tasks more efficient and information more accessible. Yet, this ease of access can quickly become an addiction, leading us to […]
Rain, rain, come again
By: K S S Pillai The rainy season is a much-awaited one in all parts of the world as the economy of a country largely depends on it. The delay in its arrival by even a few days would make people worried. Our country is so vast that there is a great difference in its […]
Sport is being forced to adapt to the effects of climate change
Mark Charlton In the unlikely event I ever run another marathon, I wouldn’t want to do it at night. But some famous global running events, including the world championships in Doha, are having to reschedule races to avoid participants having to run in extreme heat conditions. Midnight long-distance running is just one stark example highlighted […]
Weekly Block Diwas: DC Srinagar convenes Public Outreach Programme at Zainakote
Reiterates District Administration’s commitment for overall development of the District SRINAGAR: In a significant step towards addressing public grievances and enhancing grassroots governance, a public outreach programme as part of Government’s ambitious weekly Block Diwas initiative was on Wednesday convened at Zainakote area of Srinagar City. The event, presided over by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) […]
Advisor Bhatnaga chairs 29th BoDs meet of JKWDC
SRINAGAR: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar today emphasized upon the management of Jammu and Kashmir Women’s Development Corporation (JKWDC) to enhance their reach and business and formulate a plan for increasing and actualising the objectives of corporation in more efficient manner. The Advisor made these comments while chairing the 29th Board of Directors (BoDs) meeting of […]
DC B’la conducts extensive tour of Sub-Division Uri
Interacts with the local population & listens to their grievances and demands BARAMULLA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa undertook an extensive tour of Sub Division Uri to assess ongoing administrative initiatives and address grievances pertaining to the region. The DC, accompanied by the Sub-divisional Magistrate Uri, Javaid Ahmad and various other district officers, […]
DC Ganderbal reviews preparations for Independence Day Celebrations
GANDERBAL: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir on Wednesday convened a comprehensive meeting at Mini Secretariat, here to review the arrangements for the celebrations of forthcoming Independence Day in the district. The meeting was informed that the main function will be held at Qamaria Stadium, Ganderbal, where the National Flag will be unfurled by the […]
ACB arrests senior Accountant, SIDCO Khunmoh for accepting bribe
Srinagar: Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday said to have trapped and arrested Senior Accountant, SIDCO, Khunmoh, Srinagar for demanding and accepting bribe of Rs 15,000. Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received a written complaint alleging therein that a public servant namely Mohammad Yaseen Sheikh, Senior Accountant, SIDCO, Khunmoh, Srinagar is demanding Rs 20,000 as […]
APUF to protest for restoration of full statehood in Jammu
Jammu: Several opposition parties and organisations will stage a protest here on August 3 to press for restoration of full statehood and rollback of a central government order giving more powers to the lieutenant governor ahead of assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir. The protest will be led by All Party United Front (APUF), a […]
Weekly Block Diwas: DC Bandipora presides over Mega Public Outreach Program at Charwan Ajas
Listens to public demands, inspects various schemes BANDIPORA: As part of Weekly Block Diwas initiative of the Government, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Shakeel-ul Rehman presided over a Mega Public Outreach Program organized by the District Administration at Charwan Gujjarpati of Ajas Bandipora, to actively engage with the community, address their grievances, and listen to […]
