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 Crescent Kashmir

Three New Criminal Laws

Three New Criminal Laws

In connection with implementation of Three New Criminal Laws in UT of Jammu and Kashmir, LG Manoj Sinha addressed a gathering at PHQ Srinagar. He expressed gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Home Minister Shri Amit Shah for bringing the much-needed reforms in the Criminal Justice System of the country. […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Vital road projects

Vital road projects

Central government has been funding different highway projects in Jammu and Kashmir and the local administration is monitoring these projects so that they are completed within the stipulated timelines. Recently Chief secretary of Jammu and Kashmir. takes stock of progress made on construction of Highways across J&K. He directed the concerned Divisional and District administrations […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Developing economy

Developing economy

  Start ups always play crucial role in the development of economy and this role is not different in Jammu and Kashmir. Recently Lt Governor addressed Manon Sinha National Seminar on ‘Role of academic-driven Startups in developing economy of J&K (RASE 2024)’. He highlighted the potential of Academic-driven startups to transform J&K’s economy by fostering […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Tourism Development Conclave

Tourism Development Conclave

Recently Tourism Development Conclave was held in Kashmir in which growing tourist trade was discussed. Lieutenant Governor addressed ‘J&K Tourism Development Conclave’, organized by J&K Tourism Department, in Srinagar. He extended his felicitations to the esteemed members from industry, film, trade and travel management agencies. He highlighted the efforts of the UT Administration to develop […]

 Crescent Kashmir

New criminal laws

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 […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Glacial lakes

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 […]

 Crescent Kashmir

J&K Trade Show

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 […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Steps in right direction

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 […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Health for all

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 […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Power scenario

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 […]