Privatization of electricity in J&K will impinge on people’s right to energy: NC
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference on Thursday expressed concern over the proposed move of government to privatize power distribution companies (DISCOM) in Jammu and Kashmir, saying the measure will impinge on people’s right to free energy. In a statement issued to KNS reads, While expressing dismay over the proposed privatization of power distribution Sector (DISCOM) […]
Talat Parvez reviews progress of RUSA, languishing projects in J&K
Commissioner Secretary Higher Education Department, Talat Parvez Rohella today chaired a meeting to review progress of RUSA and other languishing projects in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, Chief Engineer R&B and other executing agencies. While Vice Chancellors of University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology, […]
Sikh Civil society delegation met Lt Governor in Baramulla
A Sikh delegation, led by Dr Anoop Singh under the banner of Sikh Civil Society (NK) met Lt. Governor at Dak Bungalow Baramulla on Tuesday According to statement issued to KNS reads, A memorandum of demands on behalf of Sikh minority of J&K was submitted to Hon,ble Lt. Governor. Several long pending Political and Economic […]
Even though Pahari reservation aborted but income slab makes beatific to a huge populace that had been deprived of it
After decades of hard work and childish consolation from every government, the pahari-speaking community in Jammu and Kashmir has been given 4% reservation in government jobs and educational institutions, which has been widely celebrated. By setting income limits, a large population had been deprived of it. Amidst the hesitation over whether or not an income […]
Celebrate Eid with austerity, follow protocols: DAK
Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) Thursday appealed people to celebrate Eid Ul Azha with austerity and adhere to protocols strictly. President DAK Dr Suhail Naik said that we must celebrate Eid-ul- Azha with austerity, simplicity and follow already framed protocols religiously. In a statement to KNS he said, “We have observed during unlock 1 that when […]
Cannot set timeline for Vijay Mallya’s extradition to India: UK envoy
The UK government cannot set a timeline for extradition of fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya though it is determined to ensure that criminals can’t escape justice by crossing national borders, British High Commissioner Sir Philip Barton said on Thursday. Asked during an online media briefing whether Mallya has sought asylum in the UK, the envoy said […]
JKAP delegation led by Rafi Mir calls on Lt. Governor
A delegation of Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) leaders led by Rafi Ahmad Mir on Thursday called on Lt. Governor Girish Chandra Murmu who later took a review of developmental activities in progress and the pending public demands in Anantnag district. In a statement issued to KNS , a spokesman of the party said […]
BSF man held for links with trans-border smugglers dismissed
A BSF constable, who was apprehended in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba sector for alleged links with trans-border smugglers and “anti-national elements”, has been dismissed from service, the force said. Sumit Kumar of Punjab’s Gurdaspur district was held by the BSF on July 11 following inputs by Punjab Police. One 9 mm pistol along with two […]
Ailing Saudi king chairs cabinet from hospital office
RIYADH: Ailing Saudi King Salman chaired a virtual cabinet meeting from a hospital office late on Tuesday, a day after he was admitted due to gall bladder inflammation, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The cabinet held a virtual meeting, chaired by King Salman “from his office at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Riyadh,” SPA said on Twitter. The […]
Tough for England to rest Stokes, admits Silverwood
MANCHESTER: Ben Stokes is making it difficult for England selectors to give him a break by consistently turning in stellar performances, head coach Chris Silverwood admitted on Tuesday. All-rounder Stokes scored 176 and 78 not out as well as taking three wickets during the home side’s 113-run win over the West Indies in the second […]