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 […]
33 Kashmiri students suspended in Rajasthan over protest; J&K body seeks CM’s intervention
Srinagar, Feb 12: Over 30 students from Jammu and Kashmir have been suspended from a private university in Rajasthan after they protested against its failure to secure mandatory approvals for a nursing course, a students’ body said on Thursday, seeking Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s intervention. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association said 33 students of […]
HADP rollout, tech infusion to modernise farm sector, boost income: Govt
Jammu, Feb 12: The Jammu and Kashmir government has implemented a multi-pronged strategy to promote modern farming practices across the Union Territory, with a focus on protected cultivation, farm mechanisation, digital monitoring and market integration, the Assembly was informed on Thursday. Replying to a query by legislator Shamim Firdous, the government said interventions under the […]
Govt rebuts 28 fake news items in 10 months, says no mandate to regulate fact check units
JAMMU, Feb 12: The Jammu and Kashmir administration has rebutted 28 fake or misleading news items in 10 months through its media monitoring cell, but does not have the mandate to regulate websites, digital platforms or private fact-checking units, the Legislative Assembly was informed on Thursday. In a written reply to a question by legislator […]