Scientists from 16 countries visit Kashmir for Geo-science research
Srinagar: In order to do the research of the fossil deposits and other Geo-science research in Kashmir, 25 scientists concluded their field tour to Kashmir during which they visited Fossil Park at Khunmoh, in Pulwama. The scientist visited Kashmir Himalayas in a sequel to 9th International Association of Geomorphologists (IAG)-2017 event held at New […]
Govt to start ‘Kashmir Fresh’ brand to attract foreign buyers
Srinagar: Principal Secretary Agricultural Production Department, Sandeep Kumar Nayak today informed that Government is intending to start ‘Kashmir Fresh’ – a brand under which all the vegetables and fruits will be categorised and sold in the both local as well as international market. Speaking during a review meeting, Sandeep said that the ‘Kashmir Fresh’ brand will […]
RBI Organises one day workshop for Directors of RSETIs
Srinagar: Reserve Bank of India, Jammu organized one day workshop for the Directors of RSETIs functioning in the State of Jammu and Kashmir on November 17, 2017 at Srinagar. The Workshop was inaugurated by A. K. Mattu, General Manager & Officer-in-Charge, RBI, Jammu and Kashmir. In his inaugural address, Mattu highlighted that the present […]
LeT’s poster boy bids ‘farewell’ to arms
Srinagar: Lashkar-e-Taiba’s (LeT’s) recent-recruit Majid Khan (20), who was fast turning into a poster boy of the outfit, gave up arms and returned home-the process facilitated by the Army. Khan, who joined militant ranks on November 9, returned home after an online message from his ailing mother, Ayesha Khan, pleading him to rejoin the family, […]
UDAAN recruitment drive on Nov 20, 21
Jammu: National Skill Development Council in collaboration with district administration Jammu will organize two-day UDAAN mega recruitment drive on November 20 and 21, 2017 at Govt. Polytechnic College (Boys), Bikram Chowk, Jammu. A total of 13 UDAAN corporate partners will provide opportunities to aspiring candidates including graduates, post graduates and three-year engineering diploma holders of […]
Permitted Majid to leave on mother’s request: LeT
Srinagar: Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Mehmood Shah on Friday said a youth Majid Arshad Khan, who joined the militants over a week ago, was permitted to leave for his home on the request of his mother, since he was the only guarantor to his household. “Lashkar-e-Taiba has never sought violence or barbarism,” a spokesperson of the […]
Govt working on dev of religious places to tap pilgrim tourism: Minister
Jammu: Government is determined to promote historically significant religious places of worship to tap every aspect of pilgrim tourism. This was stated by Minister of State for Education and Tourism, Priya Sethi on the occasion of Mata Sukrala Devi Murti Sthapana Divas at Sukrala Mata Mandir, Purani Mandi here today. Every year, the day was […]
SKIMS invokes ESMA against striking doctors
Srinagar: A day after Senior Resident Doctors at the premier Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura threatened to launch a long term strike to press for their demands, the hospital administration has invoked the ‘Essential Services Management Act’ against the doctors besides, threatening severe action against the protesting medicos. The circular issued by Direction […]
Winter Vacations for schools announced
Srinagar: Government on Friday announced the winter vacations for schools across Kashmir zone. The government has directed all government and private educational institutes of Kashmir Valley and Winter Zone of Jammu Division to observe winter vacations as per following schedule. “The last working day of classes upto 8th standard shall be 02-12-2017 and the winter […]
Mirwaiz regrets GoI’s rejection to introduce Islamic banking
Srinagar: Mutehida Ulema Council (MUC) President and Hurriyat Conference (M) Chairman, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Friday expressed dismay and regret at the government of India’s rejection to introduce Islamic banking. As per the statement issued here, Mirwaiz said that people of Kashmir who are mostly Muslims and hence many among them do not participate in the […]