Transitory nature of life
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In the grand tapestry of existence, where the threads of time weave intricate patterns, the poetic wisdom of Allama Iqbal resounds: “Maut ko samajhte hain ghaafil, ikhtitaam-e-zindagi Hai yeh shaam-e-zindagi, subah dawam-e-zindagi.” Meaning: “The imprudent ones consider death as the end of life, This apparent evening of life is the morning […]
Capturing fear
By: Priyanka Saurabh In the 13th century AD, more than a dozen ship captains were busy in maritime trade and exploration through short routes. But the fear of long journeys, fear uncertainty of weather, fear of the sea, and ultimately fear of the unknown stopped them from going on long sea voyages. A man of […]
Lt Governor launches new portal of DIPR
Commends DIPR’s endeavour to disseminate information to media
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched the new portal of Department of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), Thursday. The Lt Governor commended the endeavour of Information Department to disseminate information to media on administration’s policies, programmes and new initiatives. Several new features for different modes of communication including press releases, fact sheet, photographs and infographics […]
LG’s Mulaqaat: Lt Guv interacts with citizens, addresses grievances filed on JK-IGRAMS
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with the citizens through virtual mode during “LG’s Mulaqaat”- Live Public Grievance Hearing, at Civil Secretariat. The Lt Governor took note of the complaints filed by the citizens on JK-IGRAMS and directed for time-bound resolution of their grievances and necessary steps for improving implementation. He said the speedier execution […]
Advisor Bhatnagar chairs 66th BoDs meet of JKHPMC
JAMMU: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar chaired the 66th Board of Directors (BoDs) meeting of Jammu and Kashmir Horticulture Produce and Marketing Corporation (JKHPMC) at Civil Secretariat here. The BoDs meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, Finance, Santosh D Vaidya; Secretary Planning, Piyush Singla; Secretary in Agriculture Production department, Shabnam Kamili; MD JKHPMC, […]
CS office bids farewell to the outgoing Chief Secretary
JAMMU: The office of the Chief Secretary, J&K Thursday bade farewell to the outgoing Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta on his superannuation at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu. Speaking on the occasion Dr Mehta recalled his tenure as the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir and expressed his appreciation to the contribution and support provided […]
Two-Day Capacity Building Programme on GST for STOs commences
JAMMU/ SRINAGAR: A Two- Day Capacity Building Programme on Goods and Service Tax (GST) for State Tax Officers, jointly organized by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and State Taxes Department, J&K, commenced here at Jammu and Srinagar simultaneously. In Jammu, the programme was inaugurated by Additional Commissioner State Taxes, Administration & Enforcement, Jammu, […]
Safina Beigh addresses 6th World Congress on Disaster Management
Lays special emphasis on ‘Community Participation’
SRINAGAR: Safina Beigh, Chairperson, District Development Council (DDC) Baramulla Thursday laid emphasis on ‘Community Participation’ vis-à-vis dealing with the natural disasters to minimize the loss of lives and property while addressing 6th World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) 2023 at Dehradun. The 6th World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) 2023 is being held at Dehradun […]
Social Impact Report: World Bank’s Sidhra- Surinsar Road project sparks economic boom
SURINSAR, (JAMMU): The Sidhra-Surinsar road upgradation project, funded by the World Bank, has not only enhanced the picturesque region but also sparked joy, prosperity, and a surge in tourism. Commuters and tourists alike are expressing their satisfaction with the much-needed improvements to the roadway. A team led by Technical Assistance and Quality Audit Control (TAQAC) […]
DGP sanctions retirement gift to 53 police personnel
Jammu: As a token of appreciation for their services to the Department, the Director General of Police, J&K, R R Swain has sanctioned retirement gift of rupees 53 lakh in favour of 53 Police personnel of J&K Police who are retiring from services Thursday after attaining superannuation or voluntary retirement, a police spokesman said. Sanction […]
