Govt to expend Rs 560 cr on agriculture, allied sectors under HADP
JAMMU, APR 04: The agriculture and allied sectors in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir are poised for significant growth and boost with launch of a slew of technological advancements and extension programs. These interventions, incentivized through various schemes and projects, have already led to improvements in quality and quantity of produce in the […]
Kunfer tunnel along Jammu-Srinagar NH nears completion
Ramban/Jammu, Apr 4 (PTI) The work on the Kunfel tunnel connecting Peeda with Chanderkote along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway is nearing completion, with one of the twin tubes likely to be thrown open for traffic by the end of next week, officials said on Tuesday. The construction of the 924-metre tunnel, which will bypass a […]
1,722 govt schools to undergo safety audit in Rajouri
Jammu, Apr 4 (PTI) Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have ordered a safety audit of all 1,722 government schools in Rajouri district to identify shortcomings and take corrective measures to ensure safety and security of students, an official spokesperson said on Tuesday. The decision to go for a safety audit of government schools was taken […]
India outrightly rejects China renaming places in Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) India on Tuesday outrightly rejected China renaming some places in Arunachal Pradesh, asserting that the state is an integral part of India and assigning “invented” names does not alter this reality. India’s reaction came in response to Beijing announcing Chinese names for 11 more places in Arunachal Pradesh which the […]
Jammu-Srinagar highway to remain closed on April 7 as traffic dry day
Srinagar, Apr 04: The authorities on Tuesday said that Srinagar-Jammu national highway will remain closed for traffic on April 7 as traffic dry day. In a statement Senior superintendent of Police Traffic Ramban, Mohita Sharma said that the highway will remain closed for repair and maintenance work from April 7 till April 8 morning. “Based […]
Kulgam man dies after his vehicle rolls down into gorge in Ramban
Ramban, Apr 4: A man from South Kashmir Kulgam district, who was working with Ministry of Defense, died after his vehicle rolled down into a deep gorge in Maroog area of Ramban on Tuesday morning, officials said. An official said that the man identified as Sarfraaz Ahmed Bhat of Kulgam district was travelling in his […]
ADB forecasts China, India to power strong growth in ’23
Bangkok, Apr 4 (AP) China’s recovery from the pandemic and strong demand in India will drive strong economic growth in Asia this year, the Asian Development Bank said in a report issued Tuesday. The Manila, Philippines-based ADB’s latest update forecasts an expansion of 4.8% in this year and the next, up from 4.2% in 2022. […]
MeT predicts more rains as valley gets heavy morning showers
Srinagar, Apr 4: A spell of light to moderate rain drenched Jammu and Kashmir since last evening even as the weather department predicted intermittent precipitation and thunderstorm to continue at most places of Kashmir and at isolated places of Jammu on Tuesday. A meteorological department official here said that in last 24 hours till 0830 […]
PM Modi calls for integrated response to disasters
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday underlined the need for an integrated response to disasters, saying disaster in one region can have a big impact on a completely different region in a closely connected world. In his video address at the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure 2023, he noted […]
Amid fresh spike in Covid-19 cases DHSK asks CMOs to increase testing rate
Srinagar, Apr 3: Amid fresh spike in Covid-19 cases in Kashmir, Directorate of Health Services Kashmir has directed all Chief Medical Officers of the Valley to increase rate of Covid-19 testing and establish Flu clinics at all health institutions. According to an order issued here DHSK said that there is no increase in the Covid-19 […]