Delay in Srinagar-Leh transmission line causes generation loss of 1602.64 MUs: CAG
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India has slammed the authorities over delay in taking decision for construction of Srinagar-Leh transmission line, saying it not only led to huge cost escalation but also caused a generation loss of 1,602.64 MUs and an extra expenditure of Rs 700.25 crore due to billing of deemed generation to […]
Omar Abdullah visits Refreshment camp at Aalam Gari bazaar
The Jammu and Kashmir Vice President Omar Abdullah visited the refreshment distribution camp at Alam Gari Bazar in Shahar-e-Khas on Ashura. The camp was organised by JKNC. Omar lauded the efforts of the party’s local unit functionaries led by Chief Spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq for the service to devotees. On the occasion he participated in voluntary services […]
Former Deputy Chairman, J&K Legislative Council; BJP Minority Morcha Secretary call on Lt Governor
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 09: Sh Javed Ahmed Rana, former Deputy Chairman, J&K Legislative Council and President JKNC Pir Panjal Zone today called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha here at Raj Bhawan. Sh Rana expressed gratitude towards the Lt Governor-led UT Government for initiating revolutionary reforms and various welfare measures for the tribal community, including establishment of […]
2 Tipper Drivers Killed in Stone Quarry Mishap in Baramulla
Two tipper drivers were crushed to death after coming under falling stones at a stone quarry in Drangbal area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district this afternoon, official sources said. They told GNS that the duo was near the stone quarry when several stones fell over them, resulting in their on-spot death. The deceased duo has […]
J&K Reports 626 Covid-19 Cases, No Death
Srinagar, Aug 9 : Jammu and Kashmir reported 626 fresh covid-19 cases even as there was no death due to the virus during the last 24 hours, officials said on Tuesday. They said that 114 cases were reported from Jammu division and 512 from Kashmir Valley, taking the overall tally to 470827. Among the cases, […]
Shahid, Baseer visit various ‘Dhoks’ for firsthand assessment
PULWAMA, AUGUST 9: Secretary, Tribal Affairs Department, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary and Deputy Commissioner, Pulwama, Baseer-Ul-Haq Choudhary visited various ‘Dhoks’ in Sangarwani area for firsthand assessment of assistance to migratory tribal families camping in these areas. More than 5000 migratory tribal families camp at various Dhoks or highland pastures during summer including Rangtaar, Dalelpathri, Gogapathri […]
Financial assistance
In order to keep alive the traditional crafts Khadi & Village Industries Board (KVIB) has done huge interventions and has been able to establish thousands of units to give shape to the life of artisans. The limit for financial assistance to handicraft artists through Artisan Credit Card was also increased from Rs One lakh to […]
Minor Boy Killed in Bear Attack in Baramulla
A 4-year-old boy was killed in a bear attack in Wagoora area in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, official sources said. They told GNS that one Ehsaan Ahmad Shah was outside his home, when a black bear caught hold of him this evening. “As the news spread, the family and locals tried to rescue the boy, […]
Lt Governor announces ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh to Kin of those lost their lives in tragic shooting stones incident at Shiv Khori
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 08: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakh each for the Next of Kin of those who lost their lives in the tragic shooting stones incident at Shiv Khori in Reasi district. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000 each and the UT Government will bear the cost of […]
J&K Reports 452 Covid-19 Cases, No Death
Srinagar, Aug 8: Jammu and Kashmir reported 452 fresh covid-19 cases even as there was no death due to the virus during the last 24 hours, officials said on Monday. They said that 94 cases were reported from Jammu division and 358 from Kashmir Valley, taking the overall tally to 470201. Among the cases, 172578 […]