Present power curtailment schedule will continue: KPDCL Officials
Srinagar: The Power Development Department (PDD) Tuesday said that it was supplying adequate electricity to its consumers and the existing power curtailment schedule will continue to remain in effect in Kashmir valley. Besides, the department further said that the local power generation capacity has increased significantly and the region was receiving more power than the […]
Doctors warn of heatstroke risks as temperatures soar, advise precautions
Srinagar: As temperatures soared across Jammu and Kashmir in the last few weeks, health officials have raised concerns about the dangers of heatstroke. Officials explained that heatstroke occurs when the body’s temperature regulation system is overwhelmed by high heat and humidity, leading to a rapid rise in body temperature. Symptoms of heatstroke include dizziness, confusion, […]
Govt puts on hold new wastage norms for gold, silver jewellery exports till July 31
New Delhi: The government on Tuesday put on hold the new norms for permissible wastage amount for gold, silver and platinum content in jewellery exports until July 31, 2024, just a day after the notification after the gems and jewellery industry raised serious concerns on the new standards. The government on Monday notified revised norms […]
Environmental Catastrophe: Illegal Mining in Kashmir
By: Asma Arshad In the idyllic landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir, a silent bane undermines the environment and the rule of law. In the past few years, illegal mining in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir has emerged as an appalling challenge, with grave implications for the ecological balance and local communities. As Kashmir is […]
Secy RDD stresses integrated rural development approach
Reviews progress of MGNREGA, PMAY-G, SBM-G in Reasi REASI: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary on Tuesday conducted a comprehensive review of the status and progress of various flagship schemes, including the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin, and […]
KPDCL serving notices to consumers found hooking, meter bypassing
1.90 lakh inspections conducted in last 6 months, Rs.27.74 cr fine imposed against violators SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has warned its consumers to desist from illegal power usage, failing which permanent disconnections with recovery of the unaccounted energy consumed shall be effected including registration of FIRs, under the Electricity Act. KPDCL has […]
Div Com Jammu conducts inspection of upgradation project works in Transport Nagar
Chairs meeting to review progress of repair, maintenance of roads within Jammu city JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, who is also Additional Chief Executive Officer JMRDA, on Tuesday conducted on spot inspection of the improvement/upgradation works in the Transport Nagar. Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Vice Chairman JDA, SSP Traffic Jammu, Superintending Engineer JDA and other […]
Jammu Admin on mission to rehabilitate children in street situations
JAMMU: District Administration has launched a mission to rehabilitate children in street situations, which includes those engaged in child labour and begging. In an effort led by the District Child Protection Officer Mamta Rajput, 38 children found begging, employed in business establishments including hotels and dhabas and other similar situations, have been taken into custody […]
DLSA Kupwara organizes awareness programme under LADC scheme
KUPWARA: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Kupwara in collaboration with the Bar Association Kupwara Tuesday organized an awareness programme under Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) Scheme 2022 and legal services provided by LADCs in the Conference Hall of Bar Association District Court Kupwara. The awareness was carried under the supervision of Chairperson, DLSA (Pr. […]
