New criminal laws
UT of Jammu and Kashmir is busy in preparing ground to implement new criminal laws. In this direction recently Chief Secretary, in a meeting with all the concerned stakeholders reviewed J&K’s preparedness to implement the new criminal laws scheduled to come in force in the UT from July this year. He called these laws modern […]
Glacial lakes
There is a growing danger of formation of glacial lakes in the high altitude areas of Ladakh and Kashmir. Recently Chief Secretary, in a meeting with all the concerned stakeholders, emphasised the need to review and strengthen the measures regarding prevention of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF). Consequentially meaningful studies should be carried out by […]
J&K Trade Show
Recently Lieutenant Governor inaugurated J&K Trade Show 2024 at Kashmir Heritage Government Arts Emporium, Srinagar. In his address, he welcomed the artisans, weavers, growers, and business entrepreneurs. He lauded the endeavour of Industries & Commerce department and J&K Trade & Promotion Organization (JKTPO) to promote the diverse sectors of handicrafts, handloom, agriculture and horticulture. “J&K […]
Steps in right direction
Recently Secretary, ARI & Trainings, chaired a meeting with the representatives of Administrative Staff College of India, Hyderabad (ASCI). She gave brief introduction of ARI & Trainings department to ASCI intimating its mandate and aim. She conveyed about the procedure adopted for Administrative inspection of the government departments and challenges/concerns faced in the process. After […]
Health for all
Yoga has emerged as a healthy trend for the people to keep themselves fit. Recently Chief Secretary, launched several online competitions for the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir on MyGov portal (https://jk.mygov.in/) to mark 10th International Yoga Day celebration to be observed on 21st June, 2024. “Yoga has now become an increasingly popular form of […]
Power scenario
J&K administration is trying to provide to the consumers power supply at affordable rates. Recently Chief Secretary, chaired the Distribution Reforms Committee (DRC) meeting of Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to work out strategies towards accelerating the process and achieving reduction in distribution losses in the Union Territory. In a presentation, Principal Secretary, Power Development […]
Kisan Sampark Abhiyan
Recently Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended ‘Paddy Transplantation Festival’ at Bijbehara, Anantnag. He highlighted the efforts of the UT Administration, under the guidance of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to empower the farming community and to rejuvenate the agriculture & allied sector. “Paddy cultivation is the backbone of J&K’s economy and our farmers […]
Agricultural Science
Agricultural Universities in Jammu and Kashmir is playing a key role to provide latest techniques of farming. Recently Chief Secretary, reviewed implementation of flagship Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) here in the Union Territory. He enjoined upon them to come up with requisite solutions through research, timely advice, technical expertise and extension for maximization of […]
Pink revolution
J&K government is trying to bring a pink revolution by encouraging the farmers to go for lavender cultivation. Recently Director Agriculture Kashmir, visited Model Lavender Centre Nunner Ganderbal and inspected different blocks of the farm. The was briefed by the concerned Farm Manager, Technical Experts about different aromatic, medicinal plants cultivated in the farm, besides […]
Youth potential
The J & K government is trying to create an atmosphere for the youth to utilize their potential. Recently Lt Governor inaugurated NIFT Srinagar’s Youth Fest SPECTRUM-2024. He commended the contribution of NIFT Srinagar in the area of design development and positioning of handlooms and handicrafts and providing new career avenues to the aspiring youth […]