Power losses mount as interest on Rs 31000 cr loan increases by Rs 5000 cr annually
Srinagar: The electricity losses to the Power Development Department are increasing in Jammu and Kashmir as the annual interest on the loan amount of Rs 31000 crore to pay the power dues by the government is increasing by nearly Rs 5000 crore. Sources privy to the development said that there is enough power capacity in […]
CEO writes to govt to amend laws for notifying SEC as election authority
Srinagar: In a significant development, the office of J&K’s chief electoral officer has written to the administration of the Union Territory to notify the state election commissioner (SEC) as election authority for urban local bodies (ULB) polls. In a detailed letter sent to the Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, the Joint Chief Electoral […]
Preparations for Dussehra celebrations in full swing in Srinagar
Srinagar: Arrangements for Dussehra celebrations were being finalised here on Monday as effigies of Ravana reached the valley, a day before they are set on fire for ‘Ravana Dahan’ at the Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Stadium to signify the victory of good over evil. Sanjay Tickoo, one of the organisers, told PTI: “We are making preparations for […]
Lt Guv greets people on the eve of Dussehra
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the eve of Dussehra. In a message, the Lt Governor said: “On the joyous occasion of Dussehra, I offer my warm greetings and good wishes to all. The festival of Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashmi, marks the triumph of righteousness over evil and inspires the […]
LG reiterates commitment to promote Basohli paintings, pashmina
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reiterated his commitment to provide all necessary assistance for promotion of Basohli paintings and pashmina which have recently received GI registration to ensure access to the global market. He said under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his administration is working towards the welfare […]
Infiltration bid foiled in Uri sector; 2 militants killed
Srinagar: Security forces foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir by killing two militants, a defence spokesperson said on Sunday. Based on specific inputs from intelligence agencies and J-K Police of likely infiltration in the Uri sector by heavily armed terrorists from across the LoC, troops […]
PM Modi lauds Shah as outstanding administrator on home minister’s birthday
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted Home Minister Amit Shah on his 59th birthday, lauding his contributions to the government and the ruling BJP. In a post on X, Modi said, “He (Shah) is passionate about India’s progress and ensuring a better quality of life for the poor. He has made a […]
LG pays obeisance at Vaishno Devi shrine; launches live darshan’ facility
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday paid obeisance at the revered Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district and launched a live darshan’ facility for the devotees, officials said. Sinha, the chairman of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), also released a book on the Mata Vaishno […]
Kashmiri Pandits pray for global peace, prosperity on Ashtami
Srinagar: A special havan was organised here by the Kashmiri Pandit community on the occasion of Ashtami, during which prayers were held for peace and prosperity across the world, especially in Jammu and Kashmir. The havan was organised at the Durganag temple in the city’s Sonwar area. Many members of the community participated in the […]
Over 23K Nag devotees celebrate ‘Ashtami’ at hilltop temple in J-K’s Bhaderwah
Bhaderwah/Jammu: More than 23,000 devotees converged at the ancient Nag temple atop a hill in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district to celebrate ‘Ashtami’, the eighth day of ongoing Navratra festival. Ashtami is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Bhuja goddess, also known as Sheetla Mata, by the snake worshippers living here. Officials said the devotees, […]
