Upgrade in skills needed
As routine jobs have been drying up across the globe the need for skilled and technical jobs has been witnessing a demand. Same stands true for Jammu and Kashmir where the demand for skilled labor is high, particularly in sectors like tourism, agriculture, handicrafts and small scale industries. As tourist arrivals are become a regular […]
The essence of Qurbani
By: Dr. Aftab Jan Qurbani is not just about slaughtering an animal. It is about slaughtering our ego, our greed, and our unhealthy love for this fake, material world. It reminds us of the true purpose of life—not comfort, not luxury, not showing off—but obedience to Allah, sacrifice for His sake, and compassion for His […]
Lot can be done to revive tourism in JK
By: Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Jammu and Kashmir remains one of the most iconic, scenic and culturally significant destinations in India and globally and tourism is the lifeline of Kashmir’s economy. Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most important sectors of the economy. Jammu and Kashmir, often referred to as “Paradise on Earth”, […]
Man injured in wild bear attack in Kathua
Jammu: A man was injured in a wild bear attack in the forest belt of Kathua district, officials said. Jaram Singh from Bari village was en route to the forest when he was attacked by a wild bear, they said. Locals rushed to the area upon hearing his cries and saved him. Singh was admitted […]
DC Kupwara reviews progress of Mission YUVA programme
KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the ongoing implementation of the Mission YUVA programme across the district. During the meeting, DC emphasized the need for a proactive and mission-driven approach to maximize the enrollment of unemployed youth under the Mission YUVA initiative. She urged all stakeholders, […]
Social activist, self-defence instructor call on Lt Guv
JAMMU: Zorawar Singh Jamwal, Chairman Team Jammu, a social organisation, called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Thursday, an official spokesman said. He said that later Ashmita Paul, a self-defence instructor from Guwahati, Assam also called on the Lieutenant Governor. Paul is on a solo two-wheeler journey spanning from Guwahati to Kashmir to Kanyakumari, promoting […]
Ahead of Eid Ul Adha: DC Srinagar holds meeting of various Trade Associations
Stresses self regulation by FBOs, ensuring quality and standard of essential commodities in City SRINAGAR: Ahead of upcoming Eid-Ul-Adha celebrations, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat chaired a meeting with representatives of various Traders Association at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex here today regarding, regulation, quality and availability of food items […]
Police arrests woman drug peddler in Kulgam
Srinagar: In a significant breakthrough, police in Kulgam arrested a woman drug peddler and recovered a substantial quantity of contraband substances from her possession, a police spokesman said Thursday. He said that a police party at a checkpoint established at Sofigund, noticed a lady attempting to flee the scene. The alert police party promptly apprehended […]
Official reviews arrangements for Kheer Bhawani mela
Inspects progress on transit accommodation for PM package employees SRINAGAR: Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner (M), Dr. Arvind Karwani, Thursday took on the spot stock of arrangements being put in place for the ensuing Mata Kheer Bhawani Mela-2025. Pertinently, the Mata Kheer Bhawani Mela is scheduled to be held on 3rd June, this year, on the […]
