Flashfloods block Doda-Kishtwar highway
Buries vehicles at under-construction Kwar power project Jammu: Flash floods triggered by incessant overnight rainfall damaged the Doda-Kishtwar highway on Monday, disrupted vehicular traffic and buried several vehicles near the under-construction 540 MW Kwar Hydroelectric Power Project in the hilly districts of Doda and Kishtwar. Huge quantities of mud, boulders and debris was deposited on […]
Another batch of pilgrims leaves Jammu for Amarnath shrine
Jammu: A fresh batch of 5,794 pilgrims, including 1,211 women, departed from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp here early Monday for the annual Amarnath Yatra, officials said. Around 60,000 pilgrims have offered prayers at the holy cave shrine since the yatra began on July 3, they said. The officials said the fifth batch included 21 […]
CWC’s guidelines: The much needed elixir
Few days back a minor kid was asked to air his views on announcement of summer vacations owing to rising temperatures in Jammu and Kashmir. The minor kid out of his innocence poured out what may be described as ‘politically incorrect’. But at the same time another burning question that needed immediate answer is how […]
Welcoming the rains
K S S Pillai A few days ago, the media were shouting hoarse about the delayed monsoon and its bad effects. The main culprit was said to be El Niño, which was badly affecting the climate of many parts of the world. It was increasing the global heat in some places while lashing some other […]
Empowering Excellence: How the Top Class Education Schemes Shaping India’s Future Leaders
Sudhansh Pant Across India, talented young students are translating aspirations into achievement through the Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students. By expanding access to quality education in premier institutions, the scheme is nurturing a new generation of professionals, innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs and leaders who are contributing to India’s growth and development. Implemented by the […]
LG Sinha reviewed the ground situation and pilgrim facilities at Chandanwari
LG instructed Yatra management teams to examine pilgrim feedback and remain available for round-the-clock support SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited Chandanwari and reviewed the ground situation and pilgrim facilities at the camp, to ensure a seamless Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the officials, pilgrims, volunteers, langar sevadars and other […]
Major Relief for Kashmir Tourism as Sgr Airport Avoids Full Runway Shutdown
Proposed NOTAM for weekly and October runway closure withdrawn after intervention by J&K Govt, tourism stakeholders Srinagar: In a major relief for the tourism sector and air travellers in Kashmir, authorities have withdrawn the proposed full closure of operations at , ensuring uninterrupted flight connectivity during the peak travel season. The decision comes after […]
CM Abdullah welcomes Srinagar airport relief
Urges freer movement for Amarnath pilgrims Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday welcomed the Airports Authority of India (AAI) decision to withdraw the proposed NOTAM for the full closure of Srinagar International Airport’s runway for maintenance, describing the move as a huge relief. “This Monday-Tuesday thing was hitting us very hard. Just yesterday, […]