PM Modi brought JK out of darkness, despair: Lt Guv
Said that JK has been set on path of bright future Sonamarg: Asserting that Prime Minister NarendraModi has brought Jammu and Kashmir out of the darkness of despair and set it on the path to a bright future, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said after the Z-Morh tunnel was inaugurated on Monday. Sinha said the tunnel […]
One nation, one election debate: EC has termed poll code vital for ensuring level playing field
New Delhi: One of the key reasons cited by the government to push for simultaneous polls has been that frequent imposition of model code disrupts development work and normal public life, but the Election Commission has asserted it is a “vital instrumentality” aimed at providing level playing field in polls. According to the bills brought […]
JK witnessed driest year in five decades in 2024
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir experienced its driest year in five decades in 2024 as the below-normal precipitation continued for the fifth consecutive year, with a sharp 29 per cent deficit in rainfall compared to the annual average of 1232.3 mm, weather experts said on Saturday. “Jammu and Kashmir experienced its driest year in five decades […]
Train to Kashmir set to roll amid tight security measures
‘Cameras, escape tunnels and central control room for real-time monitoring Srinagar: Security will be paramount in Kashmir’s new rail network, with cutting-edge measures implemented to safeguard passengers and infrastructure. Cameras have been installed every 50 meters inside the tunnels, linked to a state-of-the-art central control room for real-time monitoring of security and operational data. Additionally, […]
122 Journalists were killed during 2024 amid global conflicts
A Grim Year for media By: Sualiha Zubair Srinagar: With a record 122 media professionals losing lives across various conflict zones, the year 2024 has become yet another perilous year for journalists worldwide. From airstrikes in Gaza to targeted killings in other war zones, journalists became key casualties, bearing the weight of their duty to […]
Burzahom’s call for help: Kashmir’s oldest Archaeological site faces neglect, apathy
By: Sualiha Zubair Srinagar: Burzahom, an ancient Neolithic archaeological site near Srinagar, is rapidly deteriorating, sparking urgent concerns about its preservation. A pivotal settlement in 3000 BCE and a testament to Kashmir’s rich history, it now suffers from severe neglect and mismanagement. Despite its immense significance, Burzahom’s current state stands as a stark reminder of […]
NCORD Meet- Strict enforcement of laws key to tackle drug menace: CS
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today emphasised strict enforcement of relevant laws, proper rehabilitation of victims and massive awareness generation to effectively tackle the drug menace in the Union Territory. The Chief Secretary, while chairing the 12th UT Level NCORD Committee meeting, advocated the significance of collective approach in combatting this challenge. Present in the […]
Setting up AFT benches in JK, Shimla will reduce pendency: SC
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday called for setting up Armed Forces Tribunal benches in Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh, to deal with the growing pendency of defence-related cases. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh said at present AFT, Chandigarh, was burdened by a huge backlog from these states […]
19 flights diverted, over 400 delayed as dense fog hits operations at Delhi airport
New Delhi: Delhi airport on Saturday saw 19 flight diversions, many cancellations and over 400 flight delays as low visibility conditions due to dense fog impacted operations for the second straight day. An official said 19 flights were diverted at the airport between 12.15 am and 1.30 am due to reduced visibility. Of them, 13 […]
Katra-Srinagar train likely to chug after Jan 20
Northern Railway announces timings Srinagar: The Katra-Srinagar train is likely to chug on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) after January 20. Officials said that the final preparations are being made to connect Kashmir with Kanyakumari through a railway network. In connection with train to Kashmir the Railway Ministry has decided to set up a new […]