10,000 Cancer cases in J&K hospitals in 2025, SKIMS tops with 16,000 in 3 Years
Srinagar, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday said that around 10,000 cancer cases were registered across SKIMS Soura, GMC Jammu, and GMC Srinagar in 2025. They said, SKIMS Soura alone has recorded over 16,000 cases in the last three years, showing the region’s focus on improving cancer care and diagnostic services. Replying […]
‘Gateway of Kashmir’ set for modern makeover, Govt informs house
Jammu, Feb 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday said that Qazigund town, popularly known as the “Gateway of Kashmir”, is being developed on modern and sustainable lines under a phased development plan. Replying to a question by MLA Abdul Majeed Bhat in the Assembly, the Housing and Urban Development Department, said that Qazigund […]
No water sports project in pipeline for Sopore : Govt
JAMMU, FEB 13 : The Jammu and Kashmir Government Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that it has no proposal under consideration for promotion or development of water sports projects in Sopore constituency. In a written reply to a query raised by legislator Irshad Rasool Kar during the ongoing budget session, the government said neither the […]
BNP claims victory in Bangladesh’s election, set to return to power after 20 years
Dhaka, Feb 13 (PTI) Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Friday claimed victory in the crucial general elections, marred by sporadic incidents of violence, to elect a new government to replace the interim administration, which took charge after the fall of the Awami League regime in August 2024. “The Bangladesh Nationalist Party-BNP is set to form […]
Cattle smuggler detained under PSA in Kishtwar
Jammu, Feb 13 (PTI) A cattle smuggler known to be a repeat offender was detained under the stringent Public Safety Act in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, officials said. The detention of Mushtaq Ahmed, a resident of Shah Mohalla in the district, under the Public Safety Act (PSA) followed an order issued by District Magistrate […]
Modi congratulates BNP’s Tarique Rahman on ‘decisive victory’ in Bangladesh polls
NEW DELHI, Feb 13 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday warmly greeted Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman on his “decisive victory” in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections and said he looked forward to working with him to advance common development goals. “I convey my warm congratulations to Mr. Tarique Rahman on leading BNP to […]
Lieutenant Governor chairs 50th meeting of Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board
JAMMU, FEB 12: During its 50th Board meeting, Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) today approved setting up Laser and Sound Show dedicated to ‘Baba Barfani’, to be hosted in both Srinagar and Jammu. The show will also serve as a cultural beacon, highlighting the rich spiritual history of the Union Territory. The Board also announced […]
Over 1400 illegal structures demolished across J-K since October 2024: Govt
Jammu, Feb 12 (PTI) A total of 1,425 illegal structures, including residential, have been razed across Jammu and Kashmir since the formation of the National Conference-led government in October 2024, the Assembly was informed on Thursday. The demolished properties included the house of journalist Arfaz Ahmad Daing in Jammu, with the government saying due procedure […]
Govt places indent for 72 kanals land for proposed fruit mandi in Beerwah
Jammu, Feb 12: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday informed the Legislative Assembly that an indent has been placed with Revenue Authorities in Budgam for providing land to develop a fruit mandi at Hardu-Wamina in the Beerwah constituency. Replying to a question tabled by MLA Dr. Shafi Ahmad Wani, the government said that the […]
Benefits granted to supervisors in violation of rules, J&K govt informs House
JAMMU, Feb 12: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday informed the Legislative Assembly that several departments have been granting pay scale upgradation benefits to Work Supervisors “in contravention” of statutory rules, a practice that has now cast a shadow over pension fixation of scores of retiring employees. In a written reply to a question […]