Markets abuzz with shoppers ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr in Kashmir
Srinagar: As the countdown for Eid-ul-Fitr has begun, the shops, particularly selling bakery and confectionery, across Kashmir valley, including in summer capital Srinagar, wore a festive look as people have come out in large numbers to shop. However, there are no fixed prices of any commodities and items, which are being sold by the traders […]
WS rain, TS lightening with gusty winds at isolated places in Kashmir
Srinagar: The Meteorological Department has warned of Widespread (WS) rain, Thunderstorm (TS), lightening with gusty winds at isolated places during the next 48 hours in the Kashmir valley, where sky was cloudy since this morning though sun appeared occasionally. There could be WS rain during the next two days—June 4 and 5—in the Kashmir valley, […]
Militant and OGW killed in Shopian encounter
Srinagar: A militant and an alleged Over Ground Worker (OGW) were killed by Quick Reaction Team (QRT) of Rashtriya Rifles (RR) in south Kashmir district of Shopian in the wee hours, official sources said. Meanwhile, mobile internet service in Kulgam was suspended as a precautionary measure to prevent rumours. They said a Naka checking was […]
Expecting quick fix of Kashmir issue through brute force by Amit Shah is ridiculously naive: Mehbooba
Srinagar: Asserting expecting a quick fix through brute force by newly appointed Home Minister Amit Shah is ridiculously naive, former J&K chief minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday said that Kashmir is a political problem that needs a political redressal by involving all stakeholders, including Pakistan. Ms Mehbooba, who is the president of Peoples Democratic Party […]
Div Com reviews progress on various dev projects in Bandipora, Ganderbal
Stresses on regular monitoring of works, close coordination with Panchayat representatives
GANDERBAL: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Baseer Ahmad Khan Monday chaired a meeting to take the first-hand appraisal on the follow-up action on the directions passed by Chief Secretary recently regarding various developmental projects in Bandipora and Ganderbal districts. The meeting was attended by District Development Commissioner Bandipora Shahbaz Ahmad Mirza, Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal Hashmat Ali Khan, […]
Advisor Kumar discusses implementation of National AIDS Control Prog in JK
Reviews functioning of J&K State AIDS Control Society, stresses on making targeted interventions to achieve positive results
SRINAGAR: Advisor to Governor, K Vijay Kumar today reviewed the functioning of J&K State AIDS Control Society. He also discussed the implementation of National AIDS Control Programme in the state and the efforts being undertaken by the society in this regard. The meeting was attended by Financial Commissioner Health, Atal Dulloo, Project Director JKSACS Dr […]
Governor visits DPS, Srinagar
Inaugurates Learning Resource Centre
SRINAGAR: Governor Satya Pal Malik inaugurated a newly constructed building of the Learning Resource Centre for the specially abled children at the Delhi Public School, Srinagar, here today. Governor went round the building and inspected the teaching learning facilities at the Centre. He was extended a warm welcome with a speech and a dance presentation […]