India’s GDP growth: An enviable position
By: Mohammad Hanief The Indian GDP grew by 8.2% in the financial year ending March of 2024, well above the initial print of 7.3%, and revised higher from the second estimate of 7.6%, to consolidate India as the fastest-growing major economy in the world. Still, the GDP diverged considerably from the 7.2% growth in gross […]
Eid-ul-Adha: Embracing Sacrifice and Spiritual Renewal
By: Waris Nissar Eid ul-Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, stands as a cornerstone of Islamic tradition, embodying profound spiritual significance and cultural richness. Rooted in the Quranic narrative of Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering devotion to Allah, this sacred occasion serves as a testament to the values of sacrifice, obedience, and compassion. In this comprehensive […]
MeT predicts hot, dry weather in Kashmir for next five days
Srinagar: The weatherman here on Friday forecast heatwave over plains of Jammu and hot and dry weather over rest of the places in J&K during next five days. However, a meteorological department official here said that there is likelihood of a “brief” spell of rain/thunder/lightning on June 19 and 20. He said on June 15-18, […]
Zimbabwe’s new dinosaur discovery: Inside the find
Paul Barrett, Jonah Choiniere, Kimberley E.J. Chapelle, Lara Sciscio and Michel Zondo Visitors to Lake Kariba – the world’s largest man-made lake, along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe – come to enjoy the abundant wildlife, fine fishing or spectacular scenery. However, in 2017, our crew of palaeontologists came to Zimbabwe to hunt game of […]
Lt Guv meets J&K’s International Para Shooter
Amir to represent India at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Friday met Amir Ahmad Bhat, International Para Shooter from J&K who is going to represent India in Pistol Shooting Competition at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The Lt Governor congratulated Amir Ahmad Bhat for his remarkable achievements in national and international events […]
Mela Kheer Bhawani: CUK organizes social service camp for devotees
Ganderbal: The Directorate of Students Welfare (DSW) in association with National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organised a social service camp for the devotees attending the Mela Kheer Bhawani here on Friday. Hundreds of devotees including men, women and children, who had come from different corners of the Valley and other […]
Div Com, ADGP Jammu meet members of Civil Society Jammu
Invited suggestions for better conduct of Amarnath Yatra JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar and Additional Director General of Police, Jammu, Anand Jain Friday convened a meeting with members of Civil Society Jammu regarding smooth conduct of Shri Amarnathji Yatra and countering misinformation regarding the prevailing situation in Jammu region. DIG JSK range, Deputy Commissioner […]
Police arrests notorious drug peddler in Shopian
Srinagar: Police in Shopian arrested a notorious drug peddler and recovered Heroin like contraband substance from his possession, a police spokesman said Friday. He said that a police party at a checkpoint established at Palpora Rawalpora crossing, intercepted a suspicious person who tried to flee from the spot but was apprehended. During search, heroin like […]
