Lt Guv chairs 2nd University Council Meeting of Cluster University Srinagar

Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday chaired the 2nd meeting of the University Council of the Cluster University of Srinagar at Lok Bhavan, Jammu. The meeting was attended by Prof. Mohammad Mobin, Vice Chancellor Cluster University Srinagar; Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu; Prof. K.S Chandrasekhar, Vice Chancellor, Cluster University Jammu; Shri […]
CM Omar highlights civic responsibility

Says public’s role crucial beyond govt efforts Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday underscored the need for collective responsibility in addressing key social challenges such as drug addiction, mental health and environmental safeguards, asserting that while several responsibilities lie with the government, many must be shared by society as a whole. He made […]
Govt initiates process for identification of eligible beneficiaries under AAY
Beneficiaries will get 200 units free electricity JAMMU: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has initiated the process for identification of eligible beneficiaries under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) category across all districts for providing 200 units of free electricity, in line with its commitment to extend targeted relief to economically weaker sections. The […]
NDA govt always prioritised women empowerment in every form: PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday asserted that his government has always prioritised women’s empowerment in every form, and said that with the Women’s Reservation Act, India is moving towards greater women-led governance. He was commenting on a newspaper article written by Union Minister Annpurna Devi on “Enhancing women’s legislative leadership”, which highlighted […]
Haj 2026 Ready for Takeoff: Seamless Arrangements Set the Stage for a Sacred Journey

Haj Committee of India finalises logistics, health measures, and pilgrim support systems Officials say pilgrims from J&K fully prepared for the pilgrimage Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: With meticulous planning and coordinated efforts, authorities have finalised all arrangements for Hajj 2026, paving the way for thousands of pilgrims to embark on their sacred journey with ease […]
Voluntary retirement not mere act of leaving: SC

Says it is distinct right of an employee New Delhi: The Supreme Court said on Tuesday that voluntary retirement is not a mere act of leaving or discontinuing but is rather a distinct right of an employee that is available on completion of the requisite number of years of service. A bench of Justices […]
Police bust interstate LeT racket: Pak terrorist on run for 16 years among 5 arrested

Srinagar: Police in Jammu and Kashmir has busted a “deep-rooted” interstate Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module and arrested five people, including a Pakistani terrorist who had been on the run for 16 years and successfully established bases outside the Union Territory, officials said on Tuesday. Pakistani terrorist Abdullah, alias Abu Hureira, was captured on Monday along with […]
Jmu-Sgrr NH closed again due to landslides in Ramban
More than 200 vehicles stranded Jammu: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed for traffic on Tuesday due to multiple landslides in Ramban district, a few hours after its restoration. Over 200 vehicles are stranded at different points on the 270-km highway, the only all-weather road in the region, officials said. The highway was reopened […]
Modern courts key to justice delivery: CM Omar

Reviews new HC projects Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said modern court infrastructure is key to ensuring efficient justice delivery and strengthening public trust in the legal system. Chairing a high-level meeting to review the progress of construction of High Court complexes in the twin capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar, he […]
Lt Guv inaugurates J&K Bank’s Regional Business Centre at Jammu

JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the Regional Business Centre of Jammu Kashmir Bank at Rail Head Complex, Jammu. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated and extended his felicitations to the entire team of J&K Bank on the occasion. Marking a significant milestone in the Bank’s infrastructure and business expansion strategy, the newly established centre […]