J&K Bank Records 5.94 Cr Transactions Worth ₹8,393 Cr Ahead of Eid
Srinagar: Digital banking took centre stage ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr as Jammu & Kashmir Bank recorded a significant surge in transactions across its alternate channels, reflecting heightened customer activity during the festive period. According to official data, the bank processed 5.94 crore transactions between March 16 and March 19 through non-branch channels, involving a total amount […]
Not ensuring end use of loan amounts to financial irregularity: SC
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday said a banker holds a position of trust as he deals with public funds and sanctions of loans beyond his powers, or not ensuring their end use for financial irregularity, which exposes the bank to financial risk. The apex court said ensuring end use of loan disbursals serves […]
India must become self-reliant in drone manufacturing: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi: India must develop a robust ecosystem for drone manufacturing to enhance its defence preparedness, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday, highlighting lessons from the Russia-Ukraine and Iran-Israel conflicts. In an address at an event, Singh asserted that the two conflicts prove that drones and counter-drone technologies will play a “pivotal role” in […]
LPG bookings close to normal, but situation continues to be worrisome
New Delhi: Bookings for domestic LPG refills are approaching pre-war normal levels, signalling a gradual return to normalcy, but concerns persist as supply restrictions on commercial consumers, including hotels, remain in place due to ongoing disruptions in input supplies caused by the West Asia conflict. Over 33 crore domestic LPG consumers had, on average, booked […]
Eid Feast Frenzy: Kashmir Splurges Over Rs 200 Crore on Mutton
With prices touching Rs 750–Rs 800 per kg, festive demand drives massive spending as Wazwan traditions keep kitchens bustling Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: As Eid festivities sweep across Kashmir, the Valley’s deep-rooted love for mutton has once again translated into staggering consumption, with estimates suggesting that over Rs 200–Rs 230 crore worth of mutton is […]
Lt Guv, CM greet people ahead of various festivals
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday offered their greeting to the people on the eve of various festivals that are falling on Thursday and Friday, an official spokesman said. The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha conveyed his greetings to the people on the eve of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi […]
Temperature takes a hit as higher reaches of Kashmir receive fresh snow
Mughal Road closed for traffic after fresh snowfall at Pir Ki Gali Srinagar: A few areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rain lashed most parts of the Valley on Wednesday, leading to a drop in temperature, officials said. Reports of fresh snowfall were received from Pir Ki Gali along […]
India to prioritise domestic fuel demand amid supply requests from neighbours
New Delhi: India will prioritise meeting domestic fuel demand before considering supply requests from countries such as Bangladesh and other regional buyers, as energy market disruptions tighten availability. “Rashtrahit Sarvopari (Nation First),” said Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. “Domestic fuel demand has to be met first. If there […]