UN fears Israeli reforms will undermine judiciary
GENEVA: The United Nations’ human rights chief on Tuesday voiced concern that a proposed overhaul of Israel’s judicial system would “drastically undermine” the ability of the judiciary to uphold human rights and the rule of law. Israel’s parliament is pushing ahead with changes promoted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s religious-nationalist government which it says are […]
Highway to Kashmir will remain close on these 3 days
The government on Wednesday announced three days as “dry days” for repairing “critical” spots along the Jammu-Srinagar highway, and as such, there will be no traffic on the thoroughfare on these three days. “Dry Days announced by Government for Feb 24, Mar 03 & Mar 10 for repair & maintenance of critical spots on NH-44,” […]
Cop Sacked For ‘Unauthorized Absence’ From Duty In J&K’s Samba
JAMMU, Feb 22: Authorities on Wednesday terminated the services of a policeman for remaining absent from duty for more than a year in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district, officials said. The orders to this effect was issued by the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Samba, Benam Tosh. The Selection Grade Constable ( SgCT ) Amar […]
Man found dead with slit throat at home in central Kashmir
Body of a man with throat slit was found at the roof top of his house in Kullan Gund village of Kangan in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district, police said on Wednesday. An official said that body of one Mohammad Shaban Najar (50) was found at the roof top of his house. He said soon after […]
Mainly clear weather forecast as night temp records drop in J&K
Srinagar: Amid forecast for mainly dry weather in Jammu and Kashmir, night temperature recorded dropped below sub-zero at a few places but hovered above normal except Qazigund on Wednesday, officials said. A meteorological department official here said Srinagar recorded a low of 3.7°C against the previous night’s 5.0°C. Today’s minimum temperature, he said, was above […]
Tourism potential
J&K tourism is showing promise on the ground as the footfall has increased in the past few years. According to the J&K government, the industry will flourish in the coming years and they are expecting a record number of tourists in the current year especially during the spring season. Recently the government said that the […]
J&K Govt To Impose Property Tax From April This Year
JAMMU, Feb 21: Property tax will be imposed in Jammu and Kashmir from April 1, 2023, a notification issued by the J&K govt said on Tuesday. See Order Copy Click Here….. Agencies
CS for reducing travel time on Sgr-Jmu Highway under all circumstances
Directs for making ITMS functional for capital cities within 7 days JAMMU, FEBRUARY 21: Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta today in a meeting with traffic authorities made it amply clear that in no case should travel time between the two capital cities of the UT exceed beyond 7 hours on any day for light […]
Problems mount for New Zealand as Kyle Jamieson ruled out for months
MOUNT MAUNGANUI: Injured fast bowler Kyle Jamieson was on Monday ruled out of cricket for a lengthy spell in another blow for New Zealand following their 267-run first Test drubbing by England. Coach Gary Stead confirmed that Jamieson had been diagnosed with a back stress fracture and will undergo surgery this week, with a minimum […]
Biden makes surprise trip to Kyiv before war anniversary
KYIV: US President Joe Biden on Monday made a trip to Kyiv organised in strict secrecy, promising $500 million in fresh arms deliveries and “unwavering” American support ahead of the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion. Air raid sirens rang out across the capital at one point as Biden walked alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during […]