President gives nod to changes in Waqf law; pre-independence Mussalman Wakf Act repealed
NEW DELHI, Apr 6 (PTI): President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday gave her assent to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was passed by Parliament earlier this week after heated debates in both Houses. Murmu also gave her assent to the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2025. “The following Act of Parliament received the assent of the […]
CS launches IEC campaign, Inspire Podcast, Web Portal to combat drug abuse in J&K
JAMMU, APR 5: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today formally launched a massive five month long Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan. He reaffirmed the UT government’s resolve to combat the drug menace through sustained awareness, rehabilitation and coordination at all administrative levels. The Chief Secretary stated, “Nasha Mukt […]
Social media post sparks protests, partial bandh in Bhaderwah; Mobile internet services suspended
BHADERWAH, Apr 5 (PTI): Protests and a partial bandh were observed in the communally sensitive Bhaderwah town of Doda district on Saturday following an objectionable social media post allegedly put up by a leader of a Hindu group, prompting authorities to suspend mobile internet services, officials said. Superintendent of Police, Bhaderwah, Vinod Sharma said an […]
Amid controversy over govt stand on reservation in HC, minister says CSC will meet with delegations tomorrow
Srinagar, Apr 5: Amid growing controversy over J&K government’s stand on reservation policy in the High Court, Minister for Social Welfare, Sakina Itoo on Saturday said the cabinet -sub -committee formed on the issue will meet with some delegations on Sunday here. “The Cabinet sub-committee on reservation will be meeting with some delegations at SKICC […]
Railway projects to improve connectivity infrastructure: PM Modi
New Delhi, Apr 5 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that his government’s nod to four multi-tracking railway projects will improve connectivity infrastructure, boost convenience, reduce logistics costs and strengthen supply chains. He was reacting to the Union Cabinet’s approval for four projects of the Ministry of Railways involving a total cost of […]
Pak intruder shot dead along IB in Jammu
JAMMU, Apr 5 (PTI) A Pakistani intruder was shot dead along the International Border here, a BSF spokesperson said on Saturday, claiming to have foiled an infiltration attempt from across the border. Official sources said the intruder was neutralised in the border outpost Abdulian in the R S Pura sector. “On the intervening night of […]
We will continue to strengthen maritime sector: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Apr 5 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that his government will continue to strengthen India’s maritime sector and its ports for the country’s progress. In a post on X to mark the National Maritime Day, which commemorated the importance of the sector, PM Modi said, “Today, on National Maritime Day, […]
Man booked after uploading irresponsible content on social media in Doda: Police
Jammu, Apr 5: Police on Saturday said that they registered an FIR against a man for uploading sensitive content against a particular community in Doda district. An official said that FIR has been registered against the person responsible for uploading irresponsible content on a social media site. Action as warranted under law shall take its […]
Govt-Lt Guv face off: Manoj Sinha responds, says actions within reorganization Act
Srinagar, Apr 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today asserted that all his actions have remained strictly within the framework of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019. Addressing recent concerns raised by the National Conference, Sinha clarified that he has not overstepped his constitutional limits. “I know my boundaries and I will never cross them,” […]
CM Omar inaugurates ‘Almond Bloom Festival’ at Badamwari
Srinagar, Apr 4: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday inaugurated the “Almond Bloom Festival” at the iconic Badamwari garden in Srinagar’s old city, marking the onset of spring in Kashmir. The event was organized jointly by the Tourism and Floriculture Departments and witnessed participation from top officials, artists, and the public. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder […]