Three Delhi schools receive bomb threat e-mails
NEW DELHI, Feb 19 (PTI): At least three schools in Delhi received bomb threats through e-mail on Thursday morning, prompting swift evacuation and search operations by emergency agencies, an official of the Delhi Fire Services said. “We received information about bomb threat e-mails sent to three schools: CRPF Public School and St Thomas School in […]
Crescent sighted, Ramadan begins: Grand Mufti Nasir
Srinagar, Feb 18: Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam on Wednesday announced that the Ramadan crescent moon has been sighted in parts of Jammu and Kashmir. The announcement brought clarity across the Valley as people were waiting for confirmation after Maghrib prayers. Grand Mufti Nasir-Ul-Islam said credible testimonies confirming the moon sighting were received and verified by the […]
CM Omar Abdullah moves 13 demands, 19 supplementary demands in Legislative Assembly
JAMMU, Feb 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today moved 13 Demands and 19 supplementary Demands in the Legislative Assembly which was subsequently presented before the House for discussion by Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather. “I move that a sum not exceeding the aggregate amount mentioned in Demand Nos. 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 14, […]
Lt Guv lays the foundation stone of long-awaited Sri Shankaracharya Temple in Katra
KATRA, FEB 18: Marking a historic milestone, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha laid the foundation stone today for the much-anticipated Sri Shankaracharya Temple. Perched on hillocks beside the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, this project takes root after decades, realizing a vision first envisioned in the 1960s. Total expenditure for the temple complex, amounting to […]
GMC Anantnag gets nod for Superspeciality course in Cardiology
JAMMU, FEB 18: In a landmark development for the healthcare sector of Jammu and Kashmir, Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first newly established GMC in J&K to receive approval to start a Superspeciality course in Cardiology. The National Board of Examinations has accredited “Three Dr NB Cardiology […]
J&K employees to stay under NPS, OPS revival ruled out
Jammu, Feb 18: Jammu & Kashmir Government on Wednesday ruled out any proposal to revive the old pension scheme (OPS) for government employees. Responding to a cut motion of Peoples Conference MLA Sajad Gani Lone, the Finance Minister, in a written reply, said that there is no proposal to revive the old pension scheme, stating […]
JK’s Ranji Trophy feat: CM Omar congratulates entire team, terms the moment historic
Srinagar, Feb 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Wednesday praised the Jammu and Kashmir Ranjhi team for entering the finals for the first time, saying the achievement reflected the collective effort of players and support staff. “This success belongs to the entire team and their support staff. I congratulate the players and also on behalf people […]
Major roads in Srinagar old city being upgraded, Govt tells assembly
Jammu:, Feb 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday informed the house that several key road upgradation and widening projects are under various stages of survey, approval and execution in downtown Srinagar to address traffic congestion and improve road safety. Replying to a question by MLA Tanvir Sadiq, the Government informed the legislative assembly […]
LG Sinha hails JK’s historic Ranji Final entry, calls it ‘Golden Chapter’
Srinagar, Feb 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by entering their maiden Ranji Trophy final. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor, said, “Congratulations to J&K cricket team on their magnificent victory in Ranji Trophy semi-final! You have etched a new golden chapter […]
Jammu and Kashmir storm into maiden Ranji Trophy final
Srinagar, Feb 18: Jammu and Kashmir scripted the biggest moment in their cricketing history by qualifying for the Ranji Trophy final for the first time, defeating Bengal by six wickets in a sensational semi-final victory at the Bengal Cricket Academy Ground on Wednesday. The historic win was powered by a fiery pace bowling display from […]