Case registered against X platform over ‘defamatory’ AI video against PM, ECI
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 26 (PTI) The cyber wing of Kerala police has registered a case against social media platform X and one of its handles for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly depicting the PM and ECI in a “misleading and defamatory manner”. Police, in a statement, said the allegedly defamatory content was brought to its notice […]
LG Sinha recommends introduction of Para’s bill on new divisions, districts in JK Assembly
Jammu, Mar 26 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has recommended the introduction and consideration of a private member bill moved by PDP legislator Waheed-ur-Rehman Para, seeking a statutory framework for reorganisation of administrative divisions, districts, sub-divisions and tehsils in the Union Territory. According to an official order, issued in pursuance of sub-section […]
Kashmir EOW conducts raids in Srinagar, Budgam in COVID-era fund siphoning case
Srinagar, Mar 26 (PTI) The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch in Kashmir on Thursday carried out searches at three locations in Srinagar and Budgam districts in connection with the alleged siphoning of government funds during COVID-19 pandemic by two people. The case was initiated on the basis of a written complaint submitted by Sanjay […]
Police raids multiple locations across three districts in connection with terror case
SRINAGAR, Mar 26 (PTI): The Counter Intelligence wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday carried out raids at multiple locations in the valley as part of its investigations into a terror case, officials said. They said the raids were conducted in three districts of the valley by the Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK). “Raids are […]
CM Omar Abdullah extends greetings on occasion of Ram Navami
SRINAGAR, MAR 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. In his message, the Chief Minister described Shri Ram as the embodiment of righteousness, virtue and exemplary conduct. Underscoring the timeless relevance of Shri Ram’s life and teachings, the […]
CS pushes for time-bound overhaul of Recruitment Rules in J&K
JAMMU, MAR 25: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting to assess the current status and expedite the updation of Recruitment Rules (RRs) across various departments of the Union Territory, with a strong emphasis on ensuring transparency, efficiency and employee welfare in public administration. The meeting was attended by the Commissioner Secretary, ARI […]
Lt Guv inaugurated Indian Society for Training & Development’s Jammu Chapter
JAMMU, MAR25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed the stakeholders to prioritise collaboration and create an environment where a strong professional community is built through networking, best practices, national and international exposure, and joint training programmes. “Today’s challenges are complex and multi dimensional. Their solution is possible only through collective effort and we must […]
Pak intruder detained along IB in Samba
JAMMU, Mar 25 (PTI): A Pakistani intruder was detained by Border Security Force (BSF) along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district on Wednesday, officials said. Alert BSF troops picked up the movement of an elderly Pakistani opposite Border Out Post Bhaller in Ramgarh sector and subsequently challenged him when he intruded into […]
No fuel shortage, say oil firms; urge public to avoid panic buying
NEW DELHI, Mar 25 (PTI): State-owned oil companies on Wednesday said there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG in the country, urging citizens not to believe rumours circulating on social media or resort to panic buying. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the nation’s largest oil firm, said “there is no shortage of petrol or […]
Around 40pc teaching posts vacant in JK universities, some running with half faculty: Data
JAMMU, Mar 25 (PTI): About a dozen universities in Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a severe faculty shortage, with around 40 per cent teaching posts lying vacant, according to official data. Figures provided by the Higher Education Department show that more than 3,300 teaching posts are sanctioned across nine public universities and two central […]