LPG bookings fall to 77 lakh
No fuel shortages, online bookings rise after govt campaign New Delhi: LPG refill bookings have declined to about 77 lakh from 88.8 lakh earlier, indicating some easing of panic buying, even as the government said there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or cooking gas, and supplies remain stable despite the West Asia conflict. […]
NC MLAs urge L-G to withdraw cases against youths during protests over Khamenei’s killing
Srinagar: A four-member delegation of the ruling National Conference MLAs called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha here on Sunday to seek withdrawal of cases against youths arrested during the recent protests in the Valley over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The delegation comprised MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, MLA Chadoora Ali Mohammad […]
JK brims with boundless promise to shape a radiant future: Lt Guv
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that Jammu Kashmir brims with boundless promise to shape a radiant future. “We have natural abundance, dynamic youth, and citizens driven by service,” he said while calling upon the people to introspect and contribute in social progress. “Ask yourself: What am I doing for my community? What […]
Govt working to minimise impact of global conflicts on people: PM
Says Congress trying to create panic Silchar: Asserting that the Centre was working to minimise the impacts of global conflicts on the people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday alleged that the opposition Congress was acting “irresponsibly” by trying to create panic in the country. Addressing a public meeting in Assam’s Silchar after unveiling […]
Climate change affecting Kashmir’s ecosystem: CM
Says use science, sustainability to boost cold-water fisheries Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday stressed the need to adopt scientific research, modern technology and sustainable practices to strengthen cold-water fisheries in Jammu and Kashmir while safeguarding natural resources. Addressing the National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre in […]
Centre revokes Sonam Wangchuk’s detention order
Says it is to facilitate ‘meaningful’ dialogue New Delhi/Jodhpur/Leh: Incarcerated for nearly six months, activist Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday afternoon, hours after the Union Government announced its decision to revoke his detention under the National Security Act, a move welcomed by political parties and agitating Ladakh outfits. Wangchuk, […]
Welcome Wangchuk’s release, but no space for agitation, violence: Ladakh LG
Leh: Ladakh Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Saturday welcomed the central government’s revocation of the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, terming it a positive step for the region. All the same, Saxena said there is “no space for agitation” and violence in the Union territory, and suggested dialogue […]
DG Territorial Army reviews ecological initiatives in JK
Jammu: Director General of the Territorial Army, Lt Gen Girish Kalia, on Saturday visited the ‘Chinar Eco Warriors’ ecological battalion in Samba district to review its role in the greening of Jammu and Kashmir, a defence spokesman said. The programme is being implemented in close synergy with the Jammu and Kashmir (J-K) Forest Department under […]
Omar chairs cabinet meeting in Jammu
Key decisions on governance taken: Official Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday chaired a Cabinet meeting here, paving the way for key decisions aimed at strengthening governance and accelerating development across the Union Territory. The decisions were taken with a focus on improving administrative efficiency and public service delivery, the office of the […]
Lt Guv urges writers, artists to preserve Jammu’s cultural heritage
Commends JU for its efforts in preserving, promoting region’s cultural ethos Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday called on writers and artists to preserve the rich heritage of Jammu, promote its legacy, and connect the younger generation with their roots. “Jammu’s traditions in literature, culture, and spirituality have taught us to rise above […]