HC lists for hearing on May 29 PIL against withdrawal of Rs 2000 banknotes
New Delhi, May 26 (PTI) The withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation was a “currency management exercise” and a matter of economic policy, the RBI informed the Delhi High Court on Friday. The court, which was hearing a public interest litigation challenging the RBI’s decision to withdraw the banknote from circulation, posted the […]
Youth found dead in Anantnag
Anantnag, May 26: A dead body of a 25-year-old man was recovered in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Friday morning, reports and officials said. They said that some locals spotted the body lying in Wazirbagh area this morning and immediately informed the police. Soon after being informed, a police team reached the spot and took […]
Two residential houses damaged in fire mishap in Baramulla village
Srinagar, May 26: At least two residential houses were damaged in a fire mishap, breaking out early this morning, in Kalantara Payeen in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, reports and officials said. Reports said that a fire broke out from a residential house in Kalantara Kreeri early this morning. The fire soon after spread to a […]
Active Covid cases dip to 5,707
New Delhi, May 26 (PTI) India logged 490 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have decreased to 5,707 from 6,168, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday. The death toll has increased to 5,31,856 with two deaths, the data updated at 8 am stated. The Covid case tally was recorded at […]
KU reschedules physical efficiency test scheduled for tomorrow
Srinagar, May 25: The Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, University of Kashmir, on Thursday rescheduled the Physical Efficiency Test for admission to M.PEd Programme which was scheduled to be held on May 26, 2023 in view of inclement weather. The test will now be held on May 30, 2023 and the venue and timing […]
Hailstorm wreaks havoc in orchards, crops in north Kashmir
Srinagar, May 25: A sudden and destructive hailstorm swept through dozens of villages across north Kashmir this afternoon, leaving a trail of devastation by damaging orchards and standing crops –the primary sources of livelihood for a major chunk of the local population. Reports said that among the most affected locations included; Khamoh, Rafiabad, Wagoora, Kreeri […]
Amit Shah appeals for peace in Manipur, assures justice for all
Guwahati, May 25 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday appealed to people in Manipur to maintain peace and promised that justice will be ensured to all sections of society. Shah while laying the foundation stone of the tenth national campus of the National Forensic Sciences University to be set Changsari area of Kamrup […]
Centre accords ‘Z-plus’ security to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann
New Delhi, May 25 (PTI) The Centre has accorded ‘Z-plus’ category armed security cover to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in view of possible threats to him emanating from the country and abroad, official sources said here. The 49-year-old will be secured by the VIP protection squad of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), they […]
Lt Governor inaugurates key infrastructure projects at Ganderbal
GANDERBAL, MAY 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated key infrastructure projects at Ganderbal, today. The Lt Governor said the projects dedicated to the people of Ganderbal are testimony to the government’s commitment to accelerate the development of the district. Upgradation of rural roads, construction of link roads and bridges will bring economic prosperity & social […]
Need to focus on technological advancement in defence sector: Rajnath
New Delhi, May 25 (PTI) India must focus on advancement in defence technology in view of “double threat” along the borders, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday in an oblique reference to challenges along the frontiers with China and Pakistan. In an address at a conference, Singh underlined the need for extensive research to […]