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MLA Sonawari along with DC Bandipora holds Mega Public Darbar at Nowgam, Sumbal

BANDIPORA: In an effort to engage directly with the public and address their concerns, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Sonawari, Hilal Akbar Lone, along with Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, on Wednesday presided over a Mega Public Darbar at Nowgam, Sumbal. The event provided a platform for local residents to voice their grievances […]

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District Admin B’la organizes Mega Kissan Mela at Pattan

Mela aimed to empower farmers BARAMULLA: The District Administration Baramulla today organized a Mega Kisan Mela at the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Pattan, providing a dynamic platform for farmers to engage with experts from agriculture, horticulture, and allied sectors, gaining valuable insights into innovative techniques and technologies. The event was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner (DC) […]

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77 cases of illegal felling of conifer trees reported in Doda

Bhaderwah: More than 100 conifer trees were found illegally axed in a forest area here in Doda district, prompting the forest department to launch a probe to bring the culprits to book, officials said on Wednesday. Locals and environmentalists expressed concern over the alleged failure of the department concerned to check the unabated smuggling of […]

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DC inaugurates New MRD Blocks & VDRL facility at GMC Baramulla

BARAMULLA: In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare services in North Kashmir, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, inaugurated two new Medical Records Department (MRD) Blocks and a state-of-the-art Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) at Government Medical College (GMC) Baramulla. The event was attended by Principal GMC Baramulla, Dr. Ruby Reshi and Medical Superintendent […]

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DIPR’s Cultural Unit Kashmir organizes Symposium & Short Play on ‘Say No to Drugs’

SRINAGAR: The Cultural Unit Kashmir of the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) organized a symposium and short play on ‘Say No to Drugs’ at Gandhi Memorial College, Srinagar. The event aimed to raise awareness about the alarming situation created by drug menace in the valley. Students, through their speeches, highlighted the devastating consequences […]

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LG requests centre for status quo in Ladakh’s budget allocation

Leh: Ladakh Lt Governor BD Mishra has requested the central government to maintain the status quo in the budget allocation for the region’s overall development in the current fiscal amid reports of the Centre’s decision to reduce the allocation. Mishra raised the issue during a meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi, […]

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JK’s dual power mechanism hindering development: NC Leader

Seeks immediate statehood restoration Jammu: National Conference leader Rattan Lal Gupta on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the “dual power mechanism” in Jammu and Kashmir, and claimed it was hindering the region’s development and was being detrimental to the nation as well. He emphasised the urgent need for a streamlined governance model and pointed out […]

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Secretary RDD evaluates JKRLM strategy for strengthening rural livelihoods

Secretary RDD evaluates JKRLM strategy for strengthening rural livelihoods

Through SHGs, women rewriting stories of resilience, leadership, economic expression: Aijaz Asad SRINAGAR: Secretary, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj (RDD&PR), Mohammad Aijaz Asad, reviewed and evaluated Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission’s (JKRLM) strategy for empowering rural communities, particularly women, across the Union Territory. The Secretary, while chairing a meeting held to have an […]

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Director Information leads Constitution Day celebrations at Media Complex Jammu

JAMMU: Director Information, Jatin Kishore led the celebrations of Constitution Day at Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) by reading out the Preamble of the Constitution at Conference Hall of Media Complex here. Joint Director Information (Headquarters), Vevaik Puri; Deputy Director Information (PR), Deepak Dubey; Deputy Director Central, Sunil Kumar; other officers and officials […]

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DC Pulwama reviews arrangements for smooth conduct of JKSSB Constable Examination

Comprehensive measures in place to ensure fairness, transparency and adherence to SOPs PULWAMA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom chaired a comprehensive meeting today to review the arrangements for the JKSSB-conducted recruitment examination for the post of Constable in the Home Department, scheduled for December 1, 2024. The meeting focused on ensuring a […]