Police demolishes illegal property belonging to wanted drug peddler
Srinagar: Police on Wednesday said that continuing its relentless crackdown against drug trafficking and narcotics-related activities under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Police at Lal Bazar demolished an illegal two-storey structure along with an adjoining room and washroom constructed on State land at Haka Bazar, Lal Bazar, a police spokesman said. The […]
CUK announces austerity measures, online classes, WFH on Fridays
Srinagar: The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) has ordered a series of austerity measures, including online classes and work from home on Fridays and Green Saturdays, amid the prevailing situation. According to an official order, the university administration said that from May-22-2026, the university shall hold online teaching and Work From Home (WFH) on Fridays […]
Government accords approval to naming of schools after eminent personalities, martyrs
SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has sanctioned the naming of several schools after eminent personalities and martyrs in recognition of their outstanding contributions, legacy and supreme sacrifices. The decision has been taken in pursuance of the 7th Council of Ministers meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Government Higher Secondary […]
ACS reviews PDD’s preparations for Shri Amarnathji yatra 2026
SRINAGAR: Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Power Development Department Ashwani Kumar, Wednesday chaired a review meeting to assess the preparedness and arrangements being put in place by the JPDCL and KPDCL for smooth conduct of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. During the meeting, the ACS reviewed the status of electrical infrastructure development, routine facilities […]
Drug peddler detained under PIT-NDPS Act in Kathua
Jammu: A suspected drug peddler was detained under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act in Kathua district on Wednesday, officials said. The detainee, identified as Harpal Singh alias Balochi, is a resident of Kathua district. “He was lodged in Central Kot Bhalwal Jail, Jammu, after execution of the Prevention […]
Nari Shakti exemplifies sacrifice, compassion, and equality: Lt Guv
Honors Nari Shakti with Lal Ded National Award SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that Nari Shakti exemplifies sacrifice, compassion, and equality, and it is solemn duty of society and nation alike to secure full rights for women. Sinha said this while attending the “Lal Ded National Award Ceremony” at Srinagar. The prestigious […]
Machail Mata Yatra: CS reviews arrangements for safe conduct
Comprehensive SOPs for sanitation, disaster management, medical measures put in place for annual pilgrimage SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the arrangements being put in place by the concerned Divisional and District Administrations for the smooth, safe and hassle-free conduct of the annual Machail Mata Yatra scheduled to commence […]
Advisor to CM reviews Jammu Smart City projects
Calls for expedited completion before Amarnath Yatra Visits PM e-Bus Depot, Waste to Wonder Park JAMMU: Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani Tuesday conducted an extensive review of key infrastructure and development works being executed under the Jammu Smart City Limited and stressed the need for timely completion of all major projects ahead of […]
Discontent over NC-Congress alliance
Don’t view the issue with too much intensity: Karra tells party men Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hamid Karra on Tuesday played down discontent within the party ranks over its alliance with the National Conference, saying that it should not be viewed with “too much intensity”. He asserted that no decision […]
Minister Rana orders probe into anti-encroachment drive in Jammu forests
Jammu: Minister for Forests Javed Ahmed Rana reached out to people affected by an anti-encroachment drive in a forest area on the outskirts of Jammu city on Tuesday. He ordered a probe into the Forest Department’s action, urging Lieutenant Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha to act against the police and file an FIR against them for […]