CS reviews implementation strategy for Urban Challenge Fund in JK

JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, Monday chaired a review meeting to assess the roadmap for implementation of the ambitious Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) in the Union Territory. The presentation was made by the Housing & Urban Development Department, outlining a transformative approach to urban financing and infrastructure development. The meeting besides the concerned Administrative Secretaries […]
Several public representatives, delegations call on CM in Jammu

JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday held a series of meetings with public representatives, former legislators, officials and various delegations in Jammu. MLA Jasrota, Rajiv Jasrotia, called on the Chief Minister and apprised him of several issues pertaining to his constituency, seeking timely intervention for their redressal. A delegation led by former Minister and President, […]
‘Will be a dream come true’: JK Waqf chief on reservation for women in Parliament

Srinagar: The passage of Women’s Reservation Act amendments would be an inspiring step and a dream come true for the womenfolk of the country, BJP leader and Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board chairperson Darakshan Andrabi sad here on Monday. “This is an inspiring step for us and we welcome it. It will be a dream […]
Amid ‘One Student-One Tree’ call, Sakeena Itoo launches mega plantation drive

Calls students Ambassadors of Environmental protection JAMMU: In a significant initiative aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo Monday launched a mega plantation drive across Jammu and Kashmir from SRML Higher Secondary School (HSS) here to instil the sprit of environmental protection and green development among […]
Renowned poet Rafiq Tahir Kawchecki urges students to shun substance abuse
Visits PM Shri Govt Secondary School Laharwalpora BANDIPORA: In a compelling blend of literature and social awareness, noted poet and activist Rafiq Tahir Kawchecki visited the serene campus of PM Shri Government Secondary School Laharwalpora, Bandipora, delivering a powerful message on the dangers of substance abuse. Addressing an attentive gathering of students and faculty under […]
Sakeena Itoo takes stock of hailstorm damage in Kulgam, Shopian districts

Orders immediate assessment, relief measures JAMMU: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo has expressed deep concern over the widespread damage caused by the hailstorm which severely affected many orchards and farmlands in several areas of Kulgam and Shopian districts. The Minister said that this unforeseen weather calamity has traded […]
Budget Session 2026: JKLA Speaker sets record, presides over 102.35 hrs in 22 sittings

JAMMU: Speaker Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather, has created a remarkable milestone in the history of legislative proceedings by presiding over all 22 sittings of the recently concluded Budget Session, officials said. Demonstrating exceptional dedication and commitment towards parliamentary responsibilities, the Speaker personally chaired proceedings for an impressive 102.35 hours out […]
J&K PHE Contractors Coordination Committee calls on A R Rather
JAMMU: A delegation of J&K PHE (Jal Shakti) Contractors Coordination Committee today called on Speaker JKLA Abdul Rahim Rather at Assembly Secretariat. The Delegation apprised the Speaker regarding the pressing issues faced by JJM contractors. These included pending payments under JJM, delay in submission of the House Committee report besides extending timely relief through the […]
KPDCL announces Power Shutdown

SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Exhibition line will be observed due to which power supply to Exhibition, Hari Singh High Street, PCR, Batamaloo, Baranpather, Danderkha and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 12 April 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Exhibition-Bemina […]
Police arrests drug peddlers in Pulwama, Sopore
Srinagar: Police on Monday arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered 392 grams of contraband substance in Pulwama. In another such exercise another drug peddler was held in north Kashmir’s Sopore area, a police spokesman said. The accused, Vikas Ahmad Lone, was apprehended at a checkpoint established at Circular Road near Gangoo Crossing in Pulwama, […]