Search operation launched after suspected Pakistani drone activity in Samba
Jammu: Security forces launched a search operation on Tuesday after suspected Pakistani drone activity was reported along the International Border in Samba district, officials said. The movement of a suspected enemy drone was detected over the general area of Daboh late Monday night, prompting security forces to initiate countermeasures, including the deployment of more forces […]
Market checking intensified in main markets of south Kashmir
Locals urge authorities to extend drive to villages Pulwama: Authorities have intensified market checking drives across major markets in South Kashmir in an effort to curb overpricing, ensure quality standards and check violations of consumer protection rules. However, residents have urged the administration to extend the inspections to rural areas as well, saying that violations […]
Police arrests three drug peddlers, contraband substances recovered
Srinagar: Police arrested three drug peddlers in Baramulla and Shopian and recovered contraband substances from their possession, a police spokesman said Tuesday. He said that in Baramulla, a police party during naka checking at Chanpora Crossing near the Forest Range Office in Tangmarg intercepted a vehicle (Tata Sumo) bearing registration number JK09-7104 with 02 persons […]
Police seizes two vehicles for illegal extraction of minor minerals
Srinagar: Police seized two vehicles (01 Tipper & 01 Tractor) carrying illegally extracted construction minor minerals in Kangan and Nagbal in Ganderbal district, a police spokesman said Tuesday. He said that the vehicles were intercepted by police teams during routine patrolling and checking. Upon inspection, the vehicles were found transporting mining material without valid authorization, […]
J&K eyes AI to transform governance and citizen services, says CS
Engages key stakeholders to chart future roadmap JAMMU: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo Monday held detailed deliberations with stakeholders on the adoption and expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance and delivery of public services across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting besides the concerned Administrative Secretaries was attended by the Director, Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, […]
Sakeena Itoo reviews performance, functioning of JKMSCL
Directs for strict quality checks on medicines, constant monitoring of drug supplies JAMMU: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo Monday emphasized on stricter quality checks and greater accountability in the procurement and supply of medicines and medical equipments for Health facilities across Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that patient safety […]
Rana reviews development projects in Baramulla district
Emphasises efficient fund utilisation, timely work completion JAMMU: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, Monday virtually reviewed the progress on development projects besides assessing implementation of government schemes in Baramulla district. During the meeting, the Minister conducted a detailed review of the progress achieved under several flagship […]
Congress holds protests over Indo-US trade deal
Srinagar/Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir unit of Congress on Monday staged protests against the BJP-led central government over the trade deal with the US. The party also demanded restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. In Srinagar, scores of Congress workers and leaders assembled at the J-K Pradesh Congress Committee office at M A Road and […]
Drug peddler’s property worth Rs 55 lakh attached in Shopian
Srinagar: A double-storey residential house valued at Rs 55 lakh belonging to an alleged drug peddler was attached in south Kashmir’s Shopian on Monday, police said. The property, belonging to Ghulam Mohammad Khanday, a resident of Zrakan Keller area, was identified as having been acquired through proceeds generated from the illegal sale of drugs and […]
Enforcement drive across Jammu
445 traffic violation notices issued, 60 vehicles seized Jammu: Authorities have issued 445 traffic violation notices for breaches of the Motor Vehicles Act and seized 60 vehicles for serious offences during a special enforcement drive aimed at strengthening road safety across Jammu division, an official said on Monday. He said 64 driving licences and 20 […]