Govt tables Waqf Bill bill in Rajya Sabha, seeks opposition’s support
NEW DELHI, Apr 3 (PTI): Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday tabled the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the Rajya Sabha, asserting that the proposed legislation is not against Muslims or intended to hurt their religious feelings, but seeks to improve the functioning of Waqf properties, address the complexities, ensure transparency and introduce […]
Eight more Kashmir Crafts carve their way to GI Glory
Srinagar, Apr 3: In a landmark achievement securing the unique craftsmanship of artisans, 8 more traditional products of Kashmir have been granted the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) certificates by GI Registry, Chennai, based on their sources of origin. GI registration provides legal protection against counterfeit products, prevents unauthorized use, boosts exports, and promotes economic prosperity […]
J&K govt enhances marriage assistance for poor girls to Rs 75,000
Srinagar, Apr 3: The Jammu and Kashmir government enhanced financial assistance under the State Marriage Assistance Scheme (SMAS) for poor girls from Rs 50,000 to 75,000 for the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) ration card holder families. According to an order the assistance for Priority Household (PHH) ration card holders remains unchanged at Rs 50,000. New […]
HM Amit Shah on 3-day J&K visit from April 6
Srinagar, Apr 3: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be on a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir from April 6, sources said on Thursday. Sources said that Shah will visit Jammu and Kashmir from April 6 to 8. They said that during his visit, he is likely to tour border areas and hold a […]
Amarnath Yatra: Lt Guv chairs meeting of SASB officials, reviews progress on preparations
Srinagar, Apr 3: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a meeting with the senior officials of Shri Amarnath ji Shrine Board (SASB) and executing agencies and reviewed the progress for development of Disaster Management and Yatri Niwas Complexes. The Lieutenant Governor took appraisal of the works under execution at Baltal, Nunwan, Sidhra and Bijbehara. He directed […]
Congress criticises LG’s decision to transfer 48 JKAS officers
JAMMU, Apr 3 (PTI): The Congress on Thursday criticised Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s decision to order transfer of middle and lower-rung officers in the Union Territory, saying the latter should have awaited the approval of business rules before announcing his decision. In a move seen by many as an attempt to take […]
CM Omar calls ‘important’ meeting of MLAs of ruling alliance partners tomorrow
Srinagar, Apr 3: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called an “important” meeting of MLAs of the ruling alliance on Friday morning here. In a meeting notice, NC’s Chief Whip Mubarak Gul has informed the party MLAs that an “important” meeting of the MLAs of the ruling alliance will be held under the chairmanship of Chief […]
J&K Assembly Speaker calls Waqf Amendment Bill ‘Violation of Indian Constitution’
Srinagar, Apr 3: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has strongly criticized the passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, calling it a direct violation of the Indian Constitution. He asserted that the bill contradicts Section 25, which guarantees the Right to Religion, and warned against interfering in religious or personal affairs. The […]
MeT forecasts rains, snow in JK next week
Srinagar, Apr 3: The weatherman here on Thursday forecast a wet spell next week in Jammu and Kashmir. A meteorological department official here said that while generally cloudy weather with possibility of light rain/snow (higher reaches) was expected over North Kashmir and Sonamarg-Zojila axis today, the weather is likely to remain “generally dry” from April […]
BSF personnel allegedly shot himself dead in north Kashmir’s Kupwara
Srinagar, Apr 3: A BSF personnel allegedly shot himself dead in Trehgam area of North Kashmir’s Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Reliable sources said that a BSF Jawan posted at Trehgam has allegedly shot himself in his head while performing Santry duty. They said that he was shifted to SDH Kupwara, where doctors declared him brought dead. […]