Sidhu can win election even in Pakistan: PM Imran
Kartarpur: Navjot Singh Sidhu can win an election even in Pakistan, Prime Minister Imran Khan said Wednesday as he wondered why there was a hue and cry back home over the former Indian cricketer’s push for peace and brotherhood during his previous visit to the country. Khan laid the foundation stone for the historic Kartarpur […]
Dineshwar Sharma meets Governor Malik
Jammu: Centre’s special representative for Kashmir Dineshwar Sharma Wednesday met Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik at Raj Bhavan here. They discussed the political and developmental aspirations of the people and a range of issues relating to the internal security situation and initiatives required for protecting and promoting the educational and career interests of […]
SSB Selections: SAC nods enhancement of waiting list limit to 50%
Jammu: The State Administrative Council (SAC) which met here today under the chairmanship of Governor, Satya Pal Malik approved enhancement in the waiting list from the existing 33.33% to 50% of the posts advertised, which shall extend to 100% wherever the number of posts is 10 or less, either under normal selection or under the […]
First of its kind, SAC okay Gas Network for JK
JAMMU, NOVEMBER 28: In today’s world, Natural Gas is the cleanest form of energy and is a non-pollutant. It is extremely useful both for heating and cooking purposes. There is a worldwide movement towards a Gas based economy with increasing use of Natural Gas in transport, industrial and domestic sectors. Recognizing this, a nationwide City […]
Roshni Scheme repealed, announces SAC
JAMMU: The State Administrative Council (SAC) which met here today under the chairmanship of Governor, Satya Pal Malik approved repeal of the Jammu and Kashmir State Lands (Vesting of Ownership to the Occupants) Act, 2001, (commonly known as Roshni scheme). Advisors B B Vyas, K Vijay Kumar, Khurshid Ahmad Ganai & K K Sharma, Chief […]
Allow displaced people from Pakistan administered Kashmir to vote for J-K Assembly seats designated for area: Outfit
Jammu, Nov 28 (PTI) An outfit claiming to represent people displaced from Pakistan-administered-Kashmir, PAK, has urged the Election Commission to allow the community to elect their representatives to eight of the 24 Assembly seats designated for the area falling under PAK which are kept vacant. Rajiv Chuni, chairman of SOS International, has submitted a representation […]
JRL calls for shutdown in poll bound areas on Thursday
Srinagar: The Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL) has called for a shutdown in areas going to polls in the fifth phase of Panchayat elections on Thursday. In a statement, JRL comprising Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Yasin Malik have asked people to observe a complete protest shutdown in Langate, Wavoora, Sogam, Aloosa, Zainyeer, Sherabad Khore, […]
Kartarpur corridor inaugration: We have just one problem, Kashmir, Imran Khan
Pakistan: I am saying today, that our political leaders, our army, and all other institutions are all on one page. We wish to move forward, we want a civilised relationship. We have just one problem, Kashmir. If man can walk on the moon, what problems are there that we cannot resolve, said Pakistan Minister Imran […]
J-K Labour dept goes online with host of services
Jammu, Nov 28 (PTI) The Labour department in Jammu and Kashmir has gone online with a host of services, including benefits under various welfare schemes for the workers, an official spokesperson said Wednesday. Advisor to Governor Khursheed Ahmed Ganai launched the departmental portal here Tuesday before taking a review of the performance of its different wings, […]
IAF trainer aircraft crashes in TL, pilot escapes with minor
Hyderabad, Nov 28 (PTI) A trainer aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed in neighbouring Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri district Wednesday, police said. However, the trainee pilot ejected safely. The aircraft which took off from Hakimpet Air Force Station crashed in an open area at around 11.45 am, they said adding that the flying cadet escaped with minor injuries […]