KPDCL announces Power Shutdown
SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 KV Wanpoh Ashajipora and Wanpoh Malaknag line will be observed due to which power supply to Ashajipora, Dialgam, Malaknag, Hazratbal, Brakpora, Doonipawa and adjoining areas will be affected from 09:30 AM to 03 PM on 22 January 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 KV […]
Mission YUVA gains momentum with 95% Panchayat coverage, ₹847 Cr loans to 14,887 applicants
CS lead Apex Committee assesses progress of implementation across JK JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, Monday chaired a meeting of the Apex Committee of Mission YUVA, during which he reviewed the district-wise and panchayat-level performance of the flagship self-employment initiative across the Union Territory. The meeting besides Additional Chief Secretary, Planning; Principal Secretary, Finance; Managing […]
Kashmiri Pandits always welcome to return home: Farooq Abdullah
Jammu: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday said Kashmiri Pandits are always welcome to return to their homes in the Valley, as the displaced community observed the 36th anniversary of their exodus in Jammu and reiterated demands for a comprehensive policy on their return and rehabilitation. However, the former chief minister expressed scepticism about […]
Div Com finalizes arrangements for Republic Day Celebrations
Directs for befitting arrangements, sensitization of participants regarding significance of National Event SRINAGAR: Ensure meticulous and befitting arrangements for the celebration of national festival, directed Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg to officers while finalizing arrangements for the forthcoming Republic Day in a meeting held at TRC, Srinagar. Emphasizing the significance of Republic Day, The Divisional […]
Secretary Transport reviews progress on Institute of Driving
JAMMU: Secretary, Transport Department, Avny Lavasa, Monday conducted a detailed review of the ongoing works at the Institute of Driving Training and Research (IDTR) located at Kot Bhalwal, Jammu. The visit was part of the department’s focused efforts to expedite the development of critical transport infrastructure in the Union Territory. The Secretary was accompanied by […]
Ranipora Anantnag residents demand playground, cite safety risks for children
Anantnag: The residents of Sonach Brah Ranipora in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district have demanded the construction of a playground or mini stadium in their village, saying the absence of basic sports infrastructure has put children’s safety at serious risk and deprived youth of healthy recreational opportunities. Locals said that despite having a large number of […]
Police, other agencies conduct mock drill at Railway Station Qazigund
Srinagar: Police in Kulgam along with CAPF, GRPF, Fire & Emergency service conducted a mock drill exercise at Railway Station Qazigund to assess emergency response mechanisms and preparedness in handling critical situations, a police spokesman said Monday. He said that the mock drill was held to prepare field forces to respond promptly to any untoward […]
KPDCL announces Power Shutdown
SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 KV Salia Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Salia, Hapatnard, Nagbal and adjoining areas will be affected from 09:30 AM to 03 PM on 20 January 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 KV Sangam-1st line will be observed due […]
SDRF Jammu celebrates 14th Raising Day
JAMMU: The 14th Annual Raising Day of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) Jammu was celebrated with enthusiasm Monday at the headquarters of SDRF 2nd Battalion, Gulshan Ground. A.G. Mir, Director General of Police and Commandant General, Home Guards/Civil Defence & SDRF J&K, was the chief guest on the occasion. While congratulating the officers and […]
Three drug peddlers arrested in Shopian
Srinagar: Three alleged drug peddlers were arrested in south Kashmir in two separate operations, a police spokesperson said on Monday. In the first instance, police arrested two men in Shopian district and recovered 58 grams of heroin from them. “Shopian Police arrested two drug peddlers at Naghard Wachi and recovered 58 grams of heroin from […]