Govt ensures uninterrupted LPG supply to households, says no need for panic booking
NEW DELHI, Mar 13 (PTI): The government on Friday said uninterrupted LPG supply to households has been ensured, and there is no need for panic booking for cylinders. Briefing the media, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said the domestic production of LPG has already increased by 30 per […]
Lieutenant Governor inaugurated literary-cultural conclave at University of Jammu
Jammu, Mar 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the practitioners of literature and arts to preserve Jammu division’s rich heritage, promote its legacy, and connect the new generation to their roots. “Jammu’s traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above divisions of caste, creed, and artificial boundaries. The values […]
Jammu DM issues order regulating courier services to check transport of narcotics
JAMMU, Mar 13 (PTI): Jammu and Kashmir government has issued an order regulating the functioning of courier companies, parcel services and logistics operators to prevent the transport of contraband substances in Jammu district. Jammu District Magistrate (DM) Rakesh Minhas directed that no such entity shall accept, book or transport any prohibited substance unless it possesses […]
Curbs imposed in parts of Kashmir; protests break out in Shia dominated areas
SRINAGAR, Mar 13 (PTI): Protests broke out on Friday in some Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir, including Magam and Budgam, against the US-Israel strikes on Iran, officials said. Apprehending the protests on the last Friday of Ramzan, restrictions were imposed this morning in Srinagar and other parts of the valley, especially the Shia-dominated areas. The restrictions […]
LPG issue: Lok Sabha proceedings adjourned again amid opposition protests
NEW DELHI, Mar 13 (PTI): Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm on Friday amid relentless protests by opposition members over the LPG situation and hike in its price due to the ongoing West Asia crisis. As the House reassembled at 12 noon after an earlier adjournment over the same issue, Opposition members trooped […]
Govt completes NH-44 safety upgrade in J&K; project cost ₹171.25 cr: Nitin Gadkari
New Delhi, Mar 13: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Friday said that key safety and commuter facility works have been completed on the strategic NH-44 in Jammu & Kashmir at a total project cost of approximately ₹171.25 crore. The initiatives include blackspot rectification at SIDCO Chowk and the Gole Mela–Sangoor […]
No back-log of contract payments at Treasuries: DGAT
JAMMU, MAR 13: Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries (DGAT) has completely negated the recent media reports regarding delay in contract payments, terming them false and inaccurate. In a statement issued here, the DGAT puts on record that all liability on account of contract payment has been cleared and there is no back- log so far […]
J&K gets over Rs 330 cr more from Centre for flood relief
NEW DELHI, Mar 13 : The Centre has approved an additional financial assistance of over Rs 330 crore for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir to undertake relief and restoration measures in the wake of natural calamities that struck last year. The fund was cleared by a High-Level Committee (HLC) chaired by Union Home […]
Stronger air defence takeaway for India from West Asia conflict: Ex IAF chief
New Delhi, Mar 13 (PTI) As the war in West Asia rages on, former IAF chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari (retd) has said the first takeaway for India is the necessity to build a “very strong air defence” with more weapon systems, radars and other operational capabilities. Interacting with PTI on the sidelines […]
Holiday for Jumat-ul-Vida Preponed To Tomorrow In J&K
Srinagar, Mar 12: The Government on Thursday preponed the holiday on account of Jumat-ul-Vida to March 13 (Friday) instead of the earlier notified date of March 20. According to Government Order, the decision has been taken in partial modification of Government Order No. 1894-JK(GAD) of 2025 and Government Order No. 1895-JK(GAD) of 2025, both issued […]