India votes in favour of UNHRC resolution rejecting acts of desecration of Quran
United Nations/Geneva: India on Wednesday voted in favour of a draft resolution tabled in the UN Human Rights Council that condemns and strongly rejects recent “public and premeditated” acts of desecration of the Holy Quran. The Geneva-based 47-member UN Human Rights Council adopted the draft resolution Countering religious hatred constituting incitement to discrimination, hostility or […]
MeT predicts ‘isolated’ light rain in JK
Srinagar: The weather department here on Wednesday forecast mainly dry weather with possibility of isolated light rain and thunderstorm till July 14 even the minimum temperature recorded increase and decrease at other places in Jammu and Kashmir. A meteorological department official here said that “intermittent light to moderate rain” was expected at many places of […]
CS chairs 94th BoD Meeting of JKTDC
Directs upscaling of properties to promote tourist destinations
SRINAGAR: In its 94th Board of Directors (BoD) meeting of the J&K Tourism Development Corporation (JKTDC), Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta Wednesday directed the officers of Tourism Department to take all necessary measures to promote destinations other than Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Patnitop as attractive tourist spots and improve facilities for stay at these locations. […]
Govt orders creation of Department of Public Grievances
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday accorded sanction to the creation of Public Grievances department in the Union Territory. According to an order, in pursuance of Entry 15 of the Second Schedule of Transaction of Business of the Government of Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir Rules, notified vide Government Order No. 811-JK(GAD) of […]
Marketing Avenues to SHGs- JKRLM wins SKOCH Gold Award
SRINAGAR; Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) has bagged the SKOCH Award under the theme “State of Governance India 2047” in Gold category for its outstanding efforts in creating marketing avenues for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir. SKOCH award marks a significant milestone for JKRLM, being the first award […]
Terrorism not linked to any religion: NSA Doval
Says Islam occupies unique 'position of pride' amongst religious groups in India
New Delhi: Asserting that terrorism is not linked to any religion, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Tuesday said it is no coincidence that despite there being around 200 million Muslims, the involvement of Indian citizens in global terrorism has been “incredibly low”. Noting that India has been a melting pot of cultures and religions […]
Amarnath Yatra resumes from Jammu after 3-day suspension
Jmu-Sgr highway opens for traffic
Jammu/Srinagar: The Amarnath Yatra resumed from the Jammu base camp on Tuesday afternoon after remaining suspended for three days in view of the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway for repairs in the Ramban section. A fresh batch of pilgrims was allowed to move towards Kashmir for their onward journey to the Amarnath cave shrine […]
CS launches ‘Mobile Dost’ App in JK
SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta Tuesday launched the path breaking Mobile Dost App in sync with the vision of Apka Mobile HamaraDaftar, a pioneering initiative for mobile-based delivery of citizen-centric services in J&K. This remarkable event marks a significant milestone in the digital transformation of the region, bringing unparalleled convenience and accessibility to […]
Houses of four terrorists raided in Kishtwar
Jammu: The Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday carried out raids at the houses of four terrorists, who are operating from across the border and making efforts to revive militancy in Kishtwar district, a senior police officer said. The raids are underway at Mughal Maiden, Chatroo and Singhpora areas and […]
Omar demands holding of assembly polls in JK
Jammu: National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Tuesday advocated for holding the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir with the parliamentary polls next year, saying the people need an opportunity to choose their elected government. He also defended “parivarvaad” (familism) in politics and also questioned the remarks of Home Minister Amit Shah that three families […]
