China says recent test was spacecraft, not missile
BEIJING: China on Monday denied a report it had recently launched a hypersonic missile, saying it tested a spacecraft to trial reusable technologies. The Financial Times reported that Beijing had launched a nuclear-capable missile in August that circled the Earth at low orbit before narrowly missing its target. FT sources said the hypersonic missile was […]
India Records Lowest Covid-19 Infections in 231 Days, Active Cases At 277 Day Low
India logged 13,058 new coronavirus infections, the lowest in 231 days, taking the total tally of COVID-19 cases to 3,40,94,373, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. The death toll climbed to 4,52,454 with 164 fresh fatalities, while the active cases declined to 1,83,118, the lowest in 227 days, according to the data updated at 8 am. The daily rise in new coronavirus infections has been below 30,000 for […]
Metro Rail Project
Metro Rail Project would be a reality in Jammu and Kashmir as the government has decided to approve it very soon. Not only is this project the government also very keen for LPG Gas Pipeline for J&K to be given a top priority. As part of ongoing ‘Public Outreach Programme’ in J&K, Union Minister for […]
Government of Dubai and J&K Government ink MoU aimed at scaling up Industrial Development in the UT
MoU a significant move towards rapid development, Industrial growth in J&K: Union Minister Piyush Goyal This MoU reaffirms our commitment to build Aatm Nirbhar Jammu Kashmir: Lt Governor Manoj Sinha We are committed to developing a new industrial culture in J&K, enhancing the scope of future investments: LG I am confident that the new intervention […]
Overcharging, exploitation of tourists shall not be allowed: Div Com Kashmir
Says rate for everything has to be reasonable, fixed SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 18: The overcharging and exploitation of tourists by Transporters, Hoteliers and Pony wallas shall not be allowed as it affects tourism sector. Besides, there has to be uniform and fixed rates for services at every tourist destination to stop fleecing of tourists. This was said […]
Admin awaiting family decision on last rites of 2 non-local labourers: DC Annatnag
Srinagar: District Administration in Anantnag district of south Kashmir on Monday said that it was awaiting decision of the families of two non-locals regarding last rites. Talking to GNS, Deputy Commissioner Anantnag Dr Piyush Singla told GNS that the administration will provide all assistance whether the last rites are carried here or in native place. […]
Snow, rains bring chill and also fill the low lying areas with water
By: Muzamil Bhat CK Srinagar While the rains have lashed Kashmir valley in the past two days, even the snow in the upper reaches has created a fresh chilly atmosphere with people looking for woollens and other winter items due to the cold weather. However, the weather has improved from Monday afternoon and the incessant […]
West Indies captain backs big-hitting Chris Gayle to deliver
DUBAI: Chris Gayle has joined the West Indies for their title defence in the Twenty20 World Cup and skipper Kieron Pollard backs the big-hitter to come good in the United Arab Emirates. The self-styled ‘Universe Boss’ left the Indian Premier League in the UAE due to ‘bubble fatigue’ after months of franchise and international cricket […]
US likely to attend Moscow meeting on Afghanistan
WASHINGTON: The United States appears willing to attend the Extended Troika talks in Moscow this week but is still reluctant to confirm its participation, diplomatic sources in Washington said on Sunday. Russia’s presidential envoy for Afghanistan Zamir Kabulov said last week that the group — which includes Russia, the US, China, and Pakistan — will meet soon […]
Incessant rain lashes Uttarakhand; Chardham yatra halted temporarily
Incessant rains lashed Uttarakhand for the second consecutive day on Monday, prompting the authorities to advise Chardham pilgrims not to proceed to the Himalayan temples till the weather improves. Pilgrims headed for Yamunotri have been asked to stay at Badkot and Jankichatti, whereas those en route to Gangotri have been asked to stay in Harsil, […]