Reaction of society
Jammu and Kashmir people have been reacting on social media over the many decisions of the government and the latest decision to impose night curfew has been criticized and they have questioned the logic behind such restrictions during night hours. Political parties, civil society members and the doctors association of Kashmir have appealed to […]
JK reports 915 new positive cases, 129021 recovered so far
JAMMU, APRIL 11: The Government on Sunday informed that 915 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 288 from Jammu division and 627 from Kashmir division, have been reported today, thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 138390. Also 05 COVID-19 deaths have been reported from Kashmir Division.
Former cop shot dead in central Kashmir’s Budgam
A former Special Police Officer (SPO) who is also brother of Head Constable was on Sunday shot dead by unknown gunmen at Magam area of Central Kashmir’s Budgam district. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that unknown gunmen fired upon a former SPO at his home in Magam area, leaving him severely […]
Div Com stresses on timely demarcation of all wetlands
Chairs meeting on Wetland conservation SRINAGAR, APRIL 10: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole today chaired a meeting of concerned officers on conservation of wetlands in Kashmir. During the meeting, the Div Com reviewed the progress made with regard to demarcation, land transfer, installation of boundary walls, geo coordinate, pillars and removal […]
Downgrading J&K PCB to Pollution Control Committee shocking: Tarigami
Expressing shock over downgrading Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Board (PCB) into a committee, senior Communist Party of India (M) Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami on Saturday that including no members in new committee from Kashmir reflection of discriminatory mindset. He said the recent decision of the Center to downgrade an important and vital Institution of PCB […]
Tricolor hoisted on various buildings in Srinagar city including State Taxes and SMHS
By: Muzamil Bhat CK Srinagar On Saturday, police hoisted tricolor on various buildings in Srinagar city. In the State Taxes department complex at Solina the tricolor was installed in the main building complex. Similarly tricolor was hoisted on the top of the SMHS hospital over the roof on Saturday. Recently the government has instructed its […]
Despite husband’s loss, little sign Queen Elizabeth will abdicate
LONDON: Despite the death of her husband Prince Philip, her partner and confidante during a record-breaking reign, there is little chance that 94-year-old Queen Elizabeth will abdicate, royal watchers believe. Philip, Elizabeth’s husband for more than seven decades and the longest-serving consort in British history, died on Friday aged 99. The love of her life, […]
Rajasthan: Petrol Pumps Closed As Dealers Demand Rollback Of VAT On Fuel
Rajasthan Petroleum Dealers Association on Saturday called for a one-day strike across the state and demanded a rollback of VAT on fuel in the state. As many as 7,000 petrol pumps remained closed in the state due to the strike. However, fuel pumps that are company-owned and company-operated were open for the public. Association president […]
Will it satisfy?
The recent amendments to the writ of protocol announced by the JK administration for the DDC chairpersons, deputy chairpersons and members has not evoked any reaction so far from them and the question being asked in the media circles is will it satisfy their demands. The agitating DDC members had already threatened to go […]
Artisans give expression to their creativity through their talented eyes and hardworking hands: LG
JAMMU, APRIL 09: Weavers, artisans, and craftsmen working in the handloom and handicraft sector of J&K are unique examples of creation and development of designs. They are an inspiration for budding fashion designers in designing and fashion communication. Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha made these remarks while addressing the first convocation of the National Institute of […]