Army porter slips to death in north Kashmir
A local army porter from Ring-Bala Machil in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district slipped to death on the intervening night of Friday-Saturday, reported a local news agency, Kashmir News Observer (KNO). An unidentified official told the agency identified the local porter as Muhammad Rafiq Khan, son of Asadullah Shah, a resident of ring Bala Machil. The […]
Militant attack security forces in Nowgam of Srinagar, no loss of life or injury
Suspected militants on Monday attacked ROP party of CRPF in Nowgam area of Central Kashmir’s Srinagar district. Official sources told GNS that militants fired upon CRPF party of 110 BN. However in this incident no loss of life or injury has been reported Meanwhile whole area has been cordoned off to nab the attackers.(GNS)
Youth of J&K full of talent; have immense potential: Lt Governor
Declares open Police Premier League in Srinagar SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that the youth of J&K have immense potential and can play a significant role in bringing positive change. He said this while inaugurating the Police Premier League Cricket Tournament at Cricket Stadium, Sonawar, here today. Addressing the gathering in the […]
Lt Governor inaugurates ‘Brainstorming on implementation of NEP-2020 in J&K’
Emphasizes student feedback, teachers’ training Calls for timely implementation of key provisions of NEP-2020. Advises institution of annual awards for research and innovation New Education Policy contains features of Equity, Quality, Affordability, and Accountability SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20: “ National Education Policy 2020 is not only a historic and holistic document but for the first time, […]
Nearly 17 Lakh People Get Domicile Certificates In J&K: Centre In Lok Sabha
New Delhi: As many as 16.79 lakh people in Jammu and Kashmir have been given domicile certificates so far, the Ministry of Home Affairs informed Lok Sabha on Sunday. Union Minister of State for Home G Kishan Reddy said, as per the information provided by the Jammu and Kashmir administration, a total of 21,13,879 people […]
“2G Enough For E-Learning”: Centre Defends Throttled Internet In Kashmir
New Delhi: Internet restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir are in the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India, the central government told parliament on Sunday, adding that the throttled speeds are enough for digital education and public health services especially critical amid the coronavirus pandemic. “The internet services are already available in Kashmir on fixed […]
COVID-19: J-K records 1,457 new cases; total 63,990
Srinagar: Seventy-seven travelers were among 1,457 fresh COVID-19 cases reported in Jammu and Kashmir in last 24 hours, taking its total count to 63990, reported a local news agency, Global News Service (GNS). Unidentified official sources told GNS that 817 cases were from Jammu and 640 from Kashmir Valley. Giving breakup of the cases, they […]
In parliament, NC leaders protest against “fake encounters and custodial killings”
On Sunday, the National Conference (NC) President Farooq Abdullah staged a protest demonstration outside Parliament against “fake encounters and custodial killings in Kashmir”. Mr. Abdullah along with Hasnain Masoodi, both members of parliament, were protesting against the alleged staged gunfight in Shopian by the army in which three were killed; and against the alleged killing […]
Sopore, Batmaloo killings raise doubts over cops’ claims
Srinagar: Two civilian killings in the past few days at the hands of police and security forces in Kashmir have raised a question mark on the claims of officials that they were killed in “crossfire”. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has already said that he will not tolerate any police excess and has assured justice to such […]
Lt Governor tours Anantnag, reviews developmental scenario
“Atmosphere of Change is visible in J&K, Youth to be the drivers of Progress”, Lt Governor e-inaugurates and lays foundation stones of developmental projects worth Rs.92.23 Crores Inaugurates Women’s T20 cricket tournament at GDC, Khanabal e-foundation stone of Degree College, Mattan Laid Meets various delegations including BDC’s, Public Representatives, and Leaders of Political parties International […]