No let-up in stray dog attacks in Uri as 2 more bitten
Srinagar:The stray dog menace continues to unleash terror among the people in this border town of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district as two persons became fresh victims to the canine bite on Friday morning. Last week, six persons sustained injuries in a dog bite incident in the area. Reports reaching news agency GNS said that a pack of […]
Govt likely to extend session by 3 days
New Delhi: Amid reports of the current Parliament session being the most productive in the past 20 years, there is a likelihood that it could be extended by at least three days. The session, which is the first of the newly-convened 17 Lok Sabha, is scheduled to end on July 26. Though it is not […]
Deliver Babri verdict in 9 months: SC to judge
New Delhi: The Supreme Court directed the special judge holding trial in Babri Masjid demolition conspiracy case against BJP leaders L.K. Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi, Umas Bharti and others to complete the trial and deliver judgment in nine months. Asking all including the prosecution and defense to co-operate in the conclusion of trial, the bench […]
Modi seeks suggestions for speech on August 15
New Delhi: Just like he has been doing for the past few years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday invited suggestions from the general public on what he should say in his Independence Day speech, saying it would allow the thoughts of ordinary citizens to be heard by the entire nation. “I am delighted to invite […]
13th batch of 304 Hajj pilgrims leaves for Saudi Arabia
Srinagar:The thirteenth batch of pilgrims consisting of 304 Hujaj Kiram, 13 male and 141 female today left for Saudi Arabia in two Spice Jet Flights from Srinagar International Airport. The Hajj Pilgrims were seen off at the airport by officials of District Administration Budgam, Hajj Committee Officers/Officials and other concerned, an official said.
Talks with Hurriyat not possible as they are not real stakeholders: BJP
Srinagar,: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tuesday said that talks with Hurriyat leaders were not possible as they are not the real stakeholders of Kashmir. The party also said that it will not forge any pre-poll alliance in Jammu and Kashmir. In an exclusive chat with Kashmir News Service (KNS), BJP’s State General Secretary (Organization), Ashok […]
As tourists rue poor road infrastructure, J&K Governor directs for setting up recreational facilities for guests
Srinagar,: Governor Satya Pal Malik has asked the officers to ensure immediate repair of roads leading to the tourist spots across Kashmir and Srinagar and also to set up sources of entertainment for the visitors both foreign and domestic so that they enjoy their evening stays in Srinagar along the Boulevard. “Special directions have been […]
Two burglars arrested in Ganderbal: Police
Srinaga:Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday claimed to have arrested two persons who were attempting to steal water pipes in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district. A police spokesman in a statement said that police Station Safapora received information that two persons have illegally trespassed inside the water pump station for stealing water pipes, said an official. […]
Speed up acquisition process for traffic management in city: Div Com to officers
Srinagar:Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Baseer Ahmad Khan stressed upon the concerned authorities to speed up the rehabilitation process and clear the pending cases immediately so that the widening work of the city roads takes place at earliest for the benefit of commuters besides ensuring smooth traffic management in Srinagar. The Divisional Commissioner made these remarks while […]
Kashmiri director’s Bollywood movie attracts audience in Srinagar
Srinagar;Seeking justice for 8-year-old Umer Farooq who was brutally murdered after being kidnapped from his native village in Gulgam Kupwara last year, AIP president Er Rasheed has appealed for a thorough introspection in the society to get rid of criminal elements. Speaking on functions at Gulgam organized to pay tributes to Umer Farooq on his […]