KU postpones UG 2nd, 4th semester exams scheduled from July-15, 16
Srinagar,: Following the announcement of summer break in Kashmir colleges, University of Kashmir (KU) Friday postponed all UG examination of 2nd and 4th semester scheduled from July-15 and 16. Assistant Controller of Examination at KU in an order said that the examinations were postponed due to the announcement of summer vacation in colleges of […]
Developing economy
Start ups always play crucial role in the development of economy and this role is not different in Jammu and Kashmir. Recently Lt Governor addressed Manon Sinha National Seminar on ‘Role of academic-driven Startups in developing economy of J&K (RASE 2024)’. He highlighted the potential of Academic-driven startups to transform J&K’s economy by fostering […]
Blast Across LoC, Search Operation Launched in JK’s Rajouri
A blast occurred across the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Thursday. The blast occurred on Wednesday night. Suspicious movement was reported across the LoC in Laam sector late on Wednesday night. The blast occurred very close to the zero line during the movement, the officials said. […]
Tourism Development Conclave
Recently Tourism Development Conclave was held in Kashmir in which growing tourist trade was discussed. Lieutenant Governor addressed ‘J&K Tourism Development Conclave’, organized by J&K Tourism Department, in Srinagar. He extended his felicitations to the esteemed members from industry, film, trade and travel management agencies. He highlighted the efforts of the UT Administration to develop […]
BRO Seeks LG’s Intervention To Resume Work On Border Roads In Ladakh
Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has sought intervention of the Ladakh Lt Governor Brigadier (Retd) B D Mishra to complete several border road projects after the work was suspended on the directions of the wildlife department in the Union territory, an official said on Wednesday. Chief Engineer, Project Vijayak, Brigadier Vinay Bahl and Chief Engineer, Project […]
‘State’ in PSA Order Includes UT Of Jammu Kashmir: High Court
The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh recently clarified that the term “State” under the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act, 1978 (PSA) includes the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir The Court, therefore, dismissed an argument that a person could no longer be put in preventive detention under the PSA by citing […]
New criminal laws
UT of Jammu and Kashmir is busy in preparing ground to implement new criminal laws. In this direction recently Chief Secretary, in a meeting with all the concerned stakeholders reviewed J&K’s preparedness to implement the new criminal laws scheduled to come in force in the UT from July this year. He called these laws modern […]
Four of Family Die As Vehicle Falls in Gorge in North Kashmir
SRINAGAR: Four of a family lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Rajwar village of Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district late last evening, officials said on Tuesday. An official said that the incident occurred when the family members were travelling in a vehicle to fetch water from a nearby source and it […]
Glacial lakes
There is a growing danger of formation of glacial lakes in the high altitude areas of Ladakh and Kashmir. Recently Chief Secretary, in a meeting with all the concerned stakeholders, emphasised the need to review and strengthen the measures regarding prevention of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF). Consequentially meaningful studies should be carried out by […]
J&K Trade Show
Recently Lieutenant Governor inaugurated J&K Trade Show 2024 at Kashmir Heritage Government Arts Emporium, Srinagar. In his address, he welcomed the artisans, weavers, growers, and business entrepreneurs. He lauded the endeavour of Industries & Commerce department and J&K Trade & Promotion Organization (JKTPO) to promote the diverse sectors of handicrafts, handloom, agriculture and horticulture. “J&K […]