CM Omar Abdullah reviews Ramadan arrangements, directs officers to ensure seamless facilities
Srinagar, Mar 1: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the arrangements made for the holy month of Ramadan, which commences tomorrow. The Chief Minister emphasized that people rightfully expect their elected government to take all necessary measures to ensure they do not face any inconvenience during this sacred month. “As […]
Trump expected to sign order designating English as official language of US
Washington, Mar 1 (AP) President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order designating English as the official language of the United States, according to the White House. The order will allow government agencies and organizations that receive federal funding to choose whether to continue to offer documents and services in language other than […]
India now emerging as factory of world: PM Modi
New Delhi, Mar 1 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Saturday that his “vocal for local” campaign is bearing fruits as Indian products are going global and making their presence felt across the world. Speaking at the NXT conclave where the ‘NewsX World’ channel was launched, Modi said the world used to look at […]
Jammu-Srinagar Highway remains closed, restoration work underway
Srinagar, Mar 1: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NHW) remains closed due to ongoing restoration work, and commuters have been advised to avoid travel until the road is fully restored, police authorities said Saturday. Authorities have also confirmed that several other key roads, including the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road, Bhaderwah-Chamba Road, Mughal Road, and Sinthan Road, are […]
Ramadan moon not sighted in J&K, 1st day of fasting on Sunday: Grand Mufti
Srinagar, Feb 28: Jammu and Kashmir Grand Mufti, Nasir-ul-Islam Friday said that the cresent moon has not been sighted, thus, the first day of Ramadan will be on Sunday (March 02). The Grand Mufti said that no witnesses or evidences were received from anywhere about the sighting of Ramadan moon today. “Therefore, the first day […]
Lt Guv addresses ‘National Science Day’ seminar at University of Kashmir
SRINAGAR, FEB 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the ‘National Science Day’ seminar at University of Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor extended his greetings on the occasion and paid tributes to renowned scientist Sir C.V. Raman. This year, the theme for National Science Day is “Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in Science and Innovation […]
Ongoing wet spell in the Kashmir brings rainfall deficit down to 42 pc
SRINAGAR, Feb 28 (PTI): The ongoing wet spell in the Kashmir Valley due to a “mega” western disturbance has brought a major relief for Jammu and Kashmir residents, bringing down the rainfall deficit from 80 per cent to 42 per cent, officials said on Friday. According to the local weather office, the Valley witnessed above-normal […]
Flight operations resume at Srinagar Airport after morning delays, Jm-Sgr Highway continues to remain shut
Srinagar, Feb 28: The first flight arrived at Srinagar International Airport after flight operations were affected following overnight snowfall and inclement weather. An official of the airport authority of India said that a specific flight from New Delhi landed at the airport at around 11:12am marking the resumption of the flight operation. Meanwhile, Srinagar Jammu […]
Rains across Jammu leave two dead
JAMMU, Feb 28 (PTI): A woman and her son were killed, and 12 people rescued from overflowing water bodies as incessant rains lashed wide parts of Jammu for the third day on Friday, officials said. The high altitude areas also received moderate to heavy snowfall, prompting closure of various roads, including the strategic 270-km Jammu-Srinagar […]
Winter vacation extended, schools to reopen on March 7: Education Minister
Srinagar, Feb 28: Education Minister Sakina Masood Itoo on Friday said that winter vacations for all the classes in Kashmir region have been extended till March 6. Itoo said, the schools in the Valley will reopen on March 7. (KNO)