BJP has not diluted from its basic stand on Article 370: Nirmal Singh
Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister and senior BJP leader, Dr Nirmal Singh, on Sunday called for abrogation of Article 370 from the state. “The BJP has not diluted from its basic stand,” he told reporters in Jammu at his official residence. Dr Singh reportedly said that the BJP had set 44 plus target […]
Braid cutting: Reward doubled to 06 lac rupees for informers
As the incidents of braid chopping in Kashmir valley remain relentless, the J&K police have raised the award money for informers. A police statement issued to media here said that the reward for giving information/assistance in nabbing any person found involved in braid cutting has been doubled to Rs six lakh. Earlier, police has set […]
Mohan Bhagwat’s idea is absurd: JKLF
Terming RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s assertions about Kashmir absurd, JKLF has said the right wing leader must think of his India which is getting closer to disintegration by RSS anti-minority policies. In a statement issued by the party, it quoted Yasin Malik saying that integrating J&K with India through constitutional measures and military operation and oppression, can […]
J&K Bank plans first overseas foray in Dubai
With a view to bolster its Non-Resident business, particularly in the Gulf, J&K Bank plans to establish its first Representative Office in Dubai (UAE). Pursuant to approval accorded by its Board of Directors (BoD), J&K Bank has begun the process of applying to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for permission to open its Representative Office […]
DAK seeks enhancement in retirement age of doctors
Days after union government enhanced the retirement age of central government doctors, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Sunday has sought that retirement age of doctors in Jammu and Kashmir be also raised to 65. President DAK Dr Nisar ul Hassan in a statement said that enhancement of superannuation age of doctors will strengthen the healthcare […]
Prominent adventurer and travel author Garry Weare calls for lifting travel advisory on Kashmir
Prominent adventurer and author of travel books, Garry Weare, who is on a tour in Kashmir as part of a group of 13 travelers from Australia, Sunday said that travel advisory on Kashmir by various countries should be reconsidered. He said travel advisory on Kashmir is a misplaced regulation, saying travelling to Kashmir is as safe or […]
Investigation into braid chopping initiated: DM Shopian
Taking cognizance of an incident of braid chopping in the district, the District Magistrate (DM) Shopian, Mohammad Aijaz, has appealed the general public of the district not to panic. In a reply to an incident of hair chopping of Saima Jan of Batpora, the DM has said that stringent legal action is being initiated against […]
Power infra being upgraded in Bandipora, 50 MVA Grid Station near completion
Electricity commonly known as power has become one of the basic needs of human beings, without which life becomes all stand still. Ignorance from its importance is in no way acceptable in the modern world. In view of the significance and importance of this sector, all possible efforts are being put in place by the […]
CM visits JKTDC food festival
Chief Minister, Mehbooba Mufti visited the food festival organised by J&K Tourism Development Corporation here last evening. The Chief Minister visited various stalls of food and also live display of pottery, can work and other handicraft corners kept at the festival by the organisers for the interest of the visitors. Vice Chairman, JK TDC, Rafi […]
Banning Muharram processions speaks of government’s insecurity: Er Rasheed
Langate, 01 October: AIP Supremo & MLA Lanagte Er Rasheed has asked the Government to shun hypocrisy and double standards, a statement from the party reported. “On one hand Chief Minister and others are paying homage and respect to Karbala martyrs, but on the other hand the mourners are greeted with tear gas shells, barricades […]