India’s aspirations ‘no longer limited to its borders’: PM Modi
The Hague: Describing India as a “land of opportunities”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the country is undergoing an “unprecedented transformation” and its aspirations are “no longer limited to its borders”. Addressing the Indian community in The Hague, the Prime Minister also said that India is dreaming big and its youth aspires […]
CM clears ₹72 crore Used Water Management Projects for Baramulla, Rajouri
Projects to strengthen sanitation infrastructure Ensure scientific sewage treatment and improve public health SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved Used Water Management Projects for Baramulla and Rajouri at an estimated cost of ₹37.96 crore and ₹34.43 crore respectively, aimed at strengthening sanitation infrastructure and addressing wastewater management challenges in the two urban […]
Govt approves major cadre review, restructuring in Jal Shakti Department
SRINAGAR: In a significant step aimed at enhancing the water supply, quality monitoring and engineering administration across Jammu and Kashmir, the government has approved a comprehensive cadre review and restructuring of the J&K Engineering (Gazetted) Service of the Jal Shakti Department. The reforms have been sanctioned vide Government Order No. 91-JK(JSD) of 2026 dated 15.05.2026, […]
JK minister ditches car, rides tonga to promote fuel conservation
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Minister Satish Sharma on Saturday rode a ‘tonga’ (horse-cart) in Srinagar, and said it was the best way to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Ditching his official vehicle, Satish Sharma — the Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Transport, and Youth Services and Sports — […]
NIA chargesheets five in Cambodia-linked cyber slavery case
New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted five persons, including an absconding alleged mastermind, in a case related to human trafficking and cyber slavery linked to Cambodia, officials said. According to the agency, the accused were part of an organised syndicate that lured Indian youth to Cambodia on the promise of legitimate jobs […]
Property of Hizbul Mujahideen-linked offender seized in Baramulla
Srinagar: A property of a Hizbul Mujahideen-linked proclaimed offender, currently operating from Pakistan, was attached in Baramulla district on Saturday, police said. According to a police spokesperson, the accused was Nadihal Rafiabad-resident Rasid-ud-Din Qureshi. He said Qureshi was booked at the Panzalla Police Station under Section 2/3 of the E&IMCO Act. The Egress and Internal […]
One dead, seven hospitalised after consuming wild vegetable in Rajouri
Rajouri/Jammu: One person died while seven others, mostly children, were hospitalised after allegedly consuming a wild vegetable in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, officials said on Saturday. The incident was reported from Mohra village in the Kotranka subdivision, where members of two families consumed a wild vegetable following which they started showing symptoms of food […]
CBSE makes three-language study compulsory in Class 9 from July 1
New Delhi: The CBSE has made the study of three languages, including at least two native Indian languages, compulsory for Class-9 students beginning July 1, according to a circular issued by the board. The move is part of the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) alignment of its Scheme of Studies with the National Education […]
India ready to extend all possible support for restoration of peace, stability in West Asia: PM Modi
Abu Dhabi: India is ready to extend all possible support for the earliest restoration of peace and stability in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, as he condemned the attacks on the UAE while praising the Gulf country’s leadership for its handling of the situation with restraint. During his meeting with UAE […]
CM Omar approves Rs 93 Cr power infrastructure projects
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir cabinet headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has approved Rs 93 crore power infrastructure projects for the summer capital here, a spokesperson said on Friday. The projects aim to enhance transmission capacity and reduce power interruptions in the city. The chief minister-headed Council of Ministers approved the augmentation of the […]