Thanks to less snow and latest tech, BRO kept Srinagar-Leh highway open for record time this winter
NEW DELHI: The Leh-Srinagar highway, a crucial link connecting the strategic Ladakh sector with Srinagar, was closed for traffic on Friday as substantial snow accumulation finally started on the Zojila Pass stretch. This is the longest period in recent years that the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has been able to keep the critical road open […]
Forest fire along LoC triggers landmine blasts in Poonch
Jammu, Jan 27: A forest fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district triggered explosions in several landmines on Saturday night, official sources said. The fire occurred this evening in Balnoi and Krishnagati sectors of the district, prompting army, locals and forest officials to launch an operation to contain it, […]
Israel kills 20 Palestinians in strike on queue in Gaza
GAZA STRIP: Authorities in Gaza Strip said on Thursday that Israeli forces had killed 20 people waiting for humanitarian aid to be distributed, as Israel pressed its blistering assault in the besieged territory. The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza said the attack occurred on the outskirts of Gaza City, in the north of the territory, […]
Light Snowfall Likely In Some Higher Reaches Of Kashmir
Srinagar, Jan 26: Upper reaches of the Kashmir valley, including the ski resort of Gulmarg, experienced light snow, resulting in the closure of Mughal Road and Srinagar-Ladakh Road on Friday. Mughal Road connecting south Kashmir’s Shopian with the twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu division and Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri Road connecting Ladakh were closed due […]
Mughal Road Closed After Fresh Bout Of Snowfall
JAMMU, Jan 23: The vital Mughal Road connecting the Kashmir Valley with the Pir Panjal region has been closed for traffic following a fresh bout of snowfall. Several inches of snow were recorded around Pir Ki Gal area on the highway overnight, prompting authorities to take precautionary measures and suspend vehicular movement. AGENCIES
Lt Governor attends 14th National Voters’ Day celebration in Jammu
This year’s theme– ‘Nothing Like Voting, I Vote For Sure’ re-affirms the ideals of the founding fathers of the Constitution and power of the people in decision-making and shaping their own destiny: LG Sinha LG appeals to all the officers at the registration office to ensure that every eligible citizen is included in the electoral […]
Power shutdown
JAMMU, JANUARY 25: Chief Engineer, (Distribution) JPDCL, Jammu has informed that the power supply to Ramban, Assar, Maitra, Trungle and adjoining areas will remain affected on January 27 from 9 am to 5.30 pm. Meanwhile, the Superintending Engineer (Distribution) JPDCL, O&M Circle Kathua has informed that the power supply to BB Town, Kaluchack, Old Complex Industry and […]
It is our commitment to wipe tear from every eye and ensure happy and successful life for every family: LG Sinha
Appointment letters handed over to 209 candidates of J&K selected through Combined Competitive Exams; 885 compassionate appointment letters released Lt Governor expresses Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah for giving highest priority to overall progress of J&K UT Today, 885 compassionate appointment letters were released, which is a testimony to our commitment to ensure […]
SEHAT Scheme
The interventions by the Central government in the healthcare system have shown remarkable changes on the ground. Recently Secretary Health and Medical Education (H&ME), chaired a meeting to review implementation of Ayushman Bharat PMJAY/ SEHAT scheme in Jammu & Kashmir. CEO State Health Agency (SHA), Sanjiv Gadkar, presented a comprehensive overview of scheme’s implementation across […]
Night Temp Records increase amid forecast for light rain, snow in Kashmir
Srinagar: Night temperature recorded a slight increase on Thursday amid forecast for isolated to scattered light rain and snow over Jammu and Kashmir in next few days. Isolated to fairly widespread light rain and snow has been predicted for subsequent two daysThe MeT office has also issued an advisory in wake of the weather system […]