Crescent Kashmir

Dr Piyush Singla assumes charge of Secretary, PD&MD; assesses departmental working

Dr Piyush Singla assumes charge of Secretary, PD&MD; assesses departmental working

JAMMU, OCTOBER 10: Dr. Piyush Singla, assumed the charge of Secretary, Planning, Development and Monitoring Department (PD&MD) here today. After assuming the charge, Dr. Piyush Singla, chaired a meeting of officers of the department and Directorate of Economics and Statistics, J&K, at Civil Secretariat, Jammu. The Kashmir based officers attended the meeting through virtual mode. […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Impact of transparency

Impact of transparency

Common people in Jammu and Kashmir have got a lot of relief as the government has adopted e-governance making the corruption almost impossible. Recently National e-services Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) driven by a ‘citizens-first’ approach and a steadfast commitment to empowering the public, this digital transformation represents a significant stride towards a governance system that is […]

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Two Local LeT Militants killed in Shopian Gunfight: ADGP Kashmir

Two Local LeT Militants killed in Shopian Gunfight: ADGP Kashmir

Srinagar:Police on Tuesday said that Two local militants affliated with Lashkar-i-Toiba were killed in a gunfight at Ashipora area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district. While quoting Additional Director General of Police Kashmir Vijay Kumar, The Kashmir Zone Police wrote on X Platform, “Killed militants have been identified as Morifat Maqbool & Jazim Farooq @ Abrar […]

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After rain spell, MeT predicts mainly dry weather in JK till Oct 13

After rain spell, MeT predicts mainly dry weather in JK till Oct 13

Srinagar: After overnight rains in plains and snowfall over upper reaches, the weather was clear at most places in Jammu and Kashmir with the meteorological department on Tuesday predicting mainly clear skies till October 13. A meteorological department official here said that a brief spell of rain/snowfall over higher reaches may occur but “chances are […]

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B’la achieves remarkable Victory in Under 14, 17 & 19 Boy’s IDPL Kho-Kho Competitions

B’la achieves remarkable Victory in Under 14, 17 & 19 Boy’s IDPL Kho-Kho Competitions

BARAMULLA, OCTOBER 09: In a remarkable display of talent and determination, Baramulla district has clinched the coveted titles in the Under 14, 17 & 19 Boys’ Inter-District Provincial Level Kho-Kho Competitions. This impressive achievement comes on the heels of Baramulla’s recent hat-trick win in the Under 14, 17 & 19 Girls’ category in Shopian just […]

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Union Min urges Indians in Israel to stay safe, contact Indian Embassy if needed

Union Min urges Indians in Israel to stay safe, contact Indian Embassy if needed

Kochi: Union Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan on Sunday urged the Indians stranded in Israel, which is at war with the Palestinian group Hamas, to stay safe and to contact the Indian embassy there if they require any assistance. Speaking to reporters here, Muraleedharan said the Indian embassy has already issued an […]

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Smith’s wicket was the turning point – Jadeja

Smith’s wicket was the turning point – Jadeja

On a dry Chennai pitch, with turn on offer early in the first innings, Australia were looking to rebuild; and they went about their mission with the dependable pair of Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne, trying to blunt the Indian spinners. Kuldeep Yadav, who dismissed a well-set David Warner, had finished six overs before the […]

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Russia eyes return to UN rights body despite Ukraine war

Russia eyes return to UN rights body despite Ukraine war

UNITED NATIONS: Russia, which was ousted from the UN Human Rights Council after its forces invaded Ukraine, will attempt a return to the body on Tuesday — an uncertain move that will provide a gauge of its international support. The UN General Assembly will vote that day to elect 15 new members to the Geneva-based […]

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Sankalp Saptaah celebrated enthusiastically across the Aspirational Blocks of Srinagar

Sankalp Saptaah celebrated enthusiastically across the Aspirational Blocks of Srinagar

  Samriddhi Diwas (Livelihood) observed on Day 6th of week long activities SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 08:- As part of the Sankalp Saptaah initiative launched on 30th September by Hon’ble Prime Minister at New Delhi, the aspirational blocks of Harwan and Khonmoh in Srinagar, have been organising a slew of activities since 3rd of October, 2023. As […]

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Udhampur in focus

Udhampur in focus

Udhampur district of Jammu region is in the sharp focus of the government for the many developmental projects. Recently the Chief Secretary conducted a  comprehensive assessment of many ongoing developmental projects in Udhampur district. During the review of the Devika project, the UEED department was instructed to expedite the pending work, including restoration and house-to-house […]