NEET-PG 2024: SC asks Centre, others to respond on plea for fresh counselling
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought responses from the Centre, the National Medical Commission and others on a plea seeking fresh counselling of all India quota (AIQ) round 3 of NEET-PG 2024. A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K VinodChandran issued notice on the plea for the responses and posted the […]
SC fixes Feb 12 to hear case against CEC, ECs appointments under new law
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday fixed February 12 to hear pleas against the appointment of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners under the 2023 law. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh said it would decide the issue on merit and finally. Advocate PrashantBhushan, appearing for Association for Democratic […]
Top 50 tourist destinations to be developed in partnership with states: Sitharaman
New Delhi: Union Finance Minister NirmalaSitharaman on Saturday said the top 50 tourist destinations in the country will be developed in partnership with states in a “challenge mode”, as she emphasised tourism as a driver of employment-led growth and unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering infrastructure, skill development and ease of travel. The […]
AI impact on labour will be globally felt but problem magnified for India: Economic Survey
New Delhi: The Economic Survey on Friday highlighted the growing unease and anxiety around Artificial Intelligence disrupting labour markets, and warned that if companies do not optimise the introduction of AI over a longer horizon or handle it with sensitivity, demand for policy intervention and the demand on fiscal resources to compensate, may become inevitable. […]
Kashmir Exits Harsh Winter, Overcast Skies Raise Precipitation Hopes
Srinagar: The 40-day ‘Chillai Kalan’, considered the harshest period of winter in Kashmir, came to an end on a sunny note on Thursday but overcast conditions towards the end of the day raised hope of some precipitation after a prolonged dry spell. Chillai Kalan, which starts on December 21, is a period when chances of […]
‘Pet Love’ at its peak in Kashmir
By: Sualiha Zubair Srinagar: In the serene landscapes of Kashmir, an unexpected trend has been taking place. Over the past few years, pets, particularly cats have become an integral part of Kashmiri households. Historically, Kashmiris have always kept animals, not just as companions but for practical reasons. Cows, goats, and sheep were indispensable to agrarian […]
‘One Nation, One Election’ critical discussion for India’s democratic process: PM
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the ongoing debate on the “One Nation, One Election” proposal is critical for India’s democratic process and urged youngsters to actively engage in and promote the discussions. Addressing a National Cadet Corps (NCC) rally here, Modi urged youngsters, including NCC cadets and NSS volunteers, to actively […]
Kashmir valley reels under cold conditions
Srinagar shivers at minus 3.3 degrees Srinagar: The minimum temperature dropped in Kashmir on Friday as cold conditions tightened their grip on the valley, with the Meteorological Department predicting mostly dry weather until the end of the month, officials said. The minimum temperature in Srinagar settled at minus 3.3 degrees Celsius on Thursday night, down […]
Against the Odds: Young Kashmiri Musician’s journey from Gurez to Glory
By: Sualiha Zubair, Maleeha Sofi Srinagar: In the serene Gurez Valley of Kashmir, the journey of 23-year-old ZieaUlAalam serves as a testament to the saying, “hard work pays off.” Coming from a family steeped in musical tradition, with both his grandfather and father as musicians, Ziea’s path has not been without challenges. Despite facing setbacks, […]
Chinar Conservation: Govt digitally tracks, geotags28,000 trees in four years
Srinagar: As part of a move towards the conservation of its iconic Chinar trees, Jammu and Kashmir govthas embarked on a unique initiative that combines modern technology with traditional conservation efforts. The Jammu & Kashmir Forest Research Institute (JKFRI) and the Jammu & Kashmir Forest Department have successfully geotagged over 28,000 Chinar trees across the […]
