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  • Mohammad Ashraf Bhat takes over charge of Director YS and S; Assesses department's working

    Jul 24, 2021

    SRINAGAR: Mohammad Ashraf Bhat took over the charge of Director Youth Services and Sports Department. Bhat, immediately after joining his new assignment, convened an introductory cum review meeting of the department. He interacted with all the concerned officers and enquired about the functioning of different wings of the department besides assessing the need for further streamlining of this vibrant unit of the government.

  • 500-bedded pediatric hospital to come up at Bemina

    Jul 24, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Administrative Council (AC) which met here under the chairmanship of the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, gave administrative approval to the construction of a 500-bedded pediatric hospital at Bemina, Srinagar.

  • Wagoora-Zainakote Transmission Line to be upgraded

    Jul 24, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Administrative Council (AC) which met here under the chairmanship of the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, approved the proposal of the Power Development Department to upgrade the transformation capacity of the Wagoora-Zainakote transmission line by re-conductoring its 220 KV DC line. Through the project, the Power Development Department will replace the existing 0.

  • Yasha Mudgal chairs Board meeting of Jammu Central Co-op Bank Ltd

    Jul 24, 2021

    SRINAGAR: Secretary, Cooperatives Department, Yasha Mudgal, chaired the board meeting of Jammu Central Cooperatives Bank Limited here at Civil Secretariat. Deputy Commissioner, Jammu, Anshul Garg; Managing Director, Jammu Central Cooperative Bank, Nishi Kant Sharma; Director, Accounts and Treasuries Jammu, Neeraj Gupta Bakshi; Director, Agriculture Jammu, Dr.

  • JAKEDA organises awareness programme on PM-KUSUM

    Jul 24, 2021

    KULGAM: To sensitize the farmers about the Pradhan Mantri Urja Suraksha evam Uthan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM) scheme, Jammu and Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) in collaboration with the Department of Science & Technology today organised an awareness cum publicity programme at the mini-secretariat here. PM-KUSUM is a scheme specially designed and meant for the upliftment of farmers in the country.

  • DC Bandipora visits far flung areas of Gurez valley

    Jul 24, 2021

    BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Dr. Owais Ahmad visited far-flung areas of Gurez valley including Kanzalwan, Bagtore, Izmarg, Tarbal, Chuntiwari, etc to review the developmental activities in the border Sub-Division of Bandipora district.

  • DC Baramulla takes stock of Muharram arrangements

    Jul 24, 2021

    BARAMULLA: In connection with the upcoming Muharram ul Haraam, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Bhupinder Kumar today chaired a meeting at dak bungalow here to review the arrangements put in place for its smooth celebration. On the occasion, a comprehensive discussion on the subject was held wherein it was given that special arrangements shall be made in view of the present circumstances that emerged due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

  • Covid situation improving, active cases consistently going down: DC Bandipora

    Jul 24, 2021

    BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Dr. Owais Ahmad said that the Covid-19 situation is improving gradually with a steep decrease in positive cases and improvement in recovery rate owing to extensive testing in containment zones and vaccination drive launched at a large scale in the district. While briefing media about the covid scenario in the district, Dr.

  • DC Kupwara expresses gratitude to people for following CAB during Eid

    Jul 24, 2021

    KUPWARA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Imam Din expressed gratitude to the people of Kupwara district for following Covid Appropriate Behavior (CAB) in letter and spirit during the celebration of Eid-ul-Adha. The DC was addressing a presser in his office chamber, here today. Giving details, Imam Din said that 76.17 percent of people above 45 year age group have been vaccinated to date.

  • DDC Member calls on Lt Governor

    Jul 22, 2021

    SRINAGAR: Member of District Development Council Srinagar from Khonmoh, Er Aijaz Hussain today called on Lt Governor Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhavan here. The DDC member discussed with the Lt Governor various matters of development of his constituency and welfare of its people. The Lt Governor gave a patient hearing to the issues and demands put forth by the DDC member.

  • Lt Governor pays tributes to Dr. Suresh Awasthi on his 15th death anniversary

    Jul 22, 2021

    Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha paid tribute to the great political thinker, educationist, and philosopher of humanism, Dr. Suresh Awasthi on his 15th death anniversary. While presiding over the virtual seminar organized in remembrance of Dr. Suresh Awasthi, the Lt Governor recalled his vision for a United and Progressive India. Dr. Awasthi ji made a big impact on the lives of his students.

  • Suru Valley Archery Competition Held To Commemorate Kargil Vijay Diwas

    Jul 22, 2021

    Srinagar, 22 Jul 2021. As a prelude to Kargil Vijay Diwas-2021, an Archery competition was conducted in the premises of Army Goodwill School, Farona on 22 July 2021 by ‘Forever in Operations Division’ under the aegis of Fire and Fury Corps. The event marks the bravery and sacrifices of our valiant soldiers, who fought intruders from across the Line of Control and ensured the territorial integrity of our nation.

  • Indo-Pak Army exchanges sweets on Eid

    Jul 21, 2021

    Srinagar, July 21: India and Pakistan Armies have exchanged sweets on Eid on the line of control in Uri and Tithwal crossing Kupwara. On the occasion of Eid-ul-Zuhaand as a gesture for promoting Peace, Harmony & Compassion in the true spirit of the festival, India and Pakistan Armies held a Flag meeting and exchanged sweets at Kaman Aman Setu, Uri & Tithwal Crossing on Kishanganga River in Tangdhar, Kupwara. The event has been held when both the Armies have been strictly following the Ceasefire Agreement on Line of Control.

  • Lt Governor e-inaugurates 44 Digital Village Centres

    Jul 21, 2021

    Srinagar, July 21: In order to digitally connect the Panchayats and strengthen the mode of public service delivery, the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today e-inaugurated 44 Digital Village Centres here at Civil Secretariat. J&K Government is making digital interventions to bring the working of the PRI institutions close to the Government’s functioning and improving the quality of life in rural areas.

  • DG Horticulture conducts extensive tour of Budgam

    Jul 20, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Director General (DG) Horticulture Kashmir, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat conducted an extensive tour of district Budgam to take stock of various developmental activities being carried out in departmental farms and nurseries The DG on the occasion stressed the timely completion of budding exercise and emphasized on judicious use of inputs, so as to propagate quality fruit plants.

  • Ahead of Eid-ul-Adha, FCS and CA conducts Market Checking across Srinagar

    Jul 20, 2021

    SRINAGAR: To crack the whip on the hoarders and illegal profiteers in wake of the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha, a team of officials headed by Director Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Dr Abdul Salam Mir conducted the market checking across district Srinagar here. On the occasion, the team inspected the rates of sacrificial animals and visited various food establishments including chicken, mutton, fruit, and vegetable shops.

  • J-K is blessed with an unparalleled wealth of cultural heritage which needs to be showcased to the world: LG

    Jul 20, 2021

    Srinagar: “J&K is blessed with the unparalleled wealth of cultural heritage which is mostly unexplored and needs to be showcased to the world”, observed the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha. The Lt Governor was chairing a meeting to review the functioning of Culture & allied departments including the Department of Libraries & Research; Archives, Archaeology and Museums, and J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages here at Civil Secretariat.

  • DE and CC conducts workshop/ job fair under PMKVY at Budgam

    Jul 20, 2021

    BUDGAM: The District Employment and Counseling Centre (DE&CC) Budgam in collaboration with District Administration organized a day-long workshop cum job fair for enthusiastic polytechnic/ITI students of the district under Pradhan Mantri Koshal Vikas Yojna (PMKVY) (a national Skill Development Project) at conference hall here. The daylong workshop was attended by hundreds of technically educated unemployed youth.

  • Div Com Kashmir reviews Independence Day arrangements

    Jul 20, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole chaired a meeting of officers to review the arrangements for the ensuing Independence Day- 2021 celebration. The meeting was informed that the main function shall be held at SK Stadium, Sonwar in Srinagar, where the chief guest shall hoist the National Flag.

  • Concerted efforts on to improve Power scenario: DC Shopian

    Jul 20, 2021

    SHOPIAN: The District Development Commissioner, (DDC) Shopian, Sachin Kumar Vaishya said that the District Administration is always on the forefront to facilitate the people of Shopian district with all the basic amenities including uninterrupted power supply.

  • DC Ganderbal holds interaction with religious leaders

    Jul 20, 2021

    GANDERBAL: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Krittika Jyotsna held a meeting with prominent religious leaders, Imams, and Khateebs of the district at the Conference Hall of the mini-secretariat here. During the meeting, the DC urged upon all the stakeholders to ensure strict adherence of Covid-19 related SOPs at religious places and markets during the festive occasion of Eid-ul-Adha.

  • Dr Samoon discusses skill development action plans with DCs

    Jul 20, 2021

    SRINAGAR: Principal Secretary, Skill Development Department, Dr. Asgar Hassan Samoon, chaired a meeting to review progress on skill development action plans of the districts of the Kashmir division. Secretary, Tribal Affairs and Mission Director, Skill Development Mission, Dr.

  • DC Kupwara reviews CME, Eid arrangements

    Jul 20, 2021

    KUPWARA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Imam Din convened a meeting of concerned officers to review the Covid-19 mitigation efforts (CME) and other arrangements being made on the eve of forthcoming Eid-ul-Azha and Muharram.

  • Craft Mela to continue at Kashmir Haat, Exhibition Ground Srinagar

    Jul 20, 2021

    SRINAGAR: In view of the positive response and on account of encouraging footfall of masses visiting the Kashmir Haat, the Department of Handicrafts & Handloom Kashmir has decided to continue the Craft Mela 2021. However, on the insistence of the Stall Holders, the stalls shall remain closed on 21st & 22nd July 2021 on the eve of the Eid-ul-Adha. The amusement section for the kids, however, will remain open during the festive times.

  • ICMR-CAR, J-K and GMC, Anantnag to Collaborate for Reproductive Health Study

    Jul 20, 2021

    Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Principal Investigator, ICMR-CAR, School of Biotechnology, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, met Principal, GMC Anantnag, Dr. Tariq Sayed Qureshi, along with his research team to discuss some innovative ideas regarding infertility issues, and to evaluate reproductive parameters in Kashmir valley, particularly district Anantnag. Dr.

  • DGP J-K chairs high level joint security meeting; reviews security situation in Jammu Zone

    Jul 19, 2021

    Srinagar: Director General of Police Shri Dilbag Singh chaired a high-level joint security meeting at Police Headquarters Jammu to review the security scenario in Jammu Zone. ADGP Jammu, Shri Mukesh Singh, IG CRPF Jammu, Shri Padamakar, IG BSF Jammu, Shri N.S Jamwal, BGS 16 Corp, Arvind Chouhan, DIG, JKS Range, Shri Atul Goel, representative of 26 infantry division Col. G.

  • Lt Governor reviews functioning of Jal Shakti Department

    Jul 19, 2021

    SRINAGAR: In order to improve the water supply position in UT, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha passed important and strict directions to the Jal Shakti Department during a meeting he chaired to review the functioning of said Department here at Civil Secretariat.

  • Police busts LeT terror module in Budgam, 5 arrested

    Jul 19, 2021

    Srinagar, July 19: Police in Budgam has busted a terror module of proscribed terror outfit LeT by arresting a local terrorist along with four associates from Budgam area. Incriminating materials including arms and ammunition have been recovered from their possession.

  • Artists from Cultural Unit of DIPR mesemerise audiences through colorful performances

    Jul 17, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR's), Cultural Unit Kashmir organized a variety of cultural programmes at Kashmir Haat (Exhibition ground Srinagar ) on the seventh day of the ongoing Craft Mela-2021 here. The 15-day craft fair is organized by the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms, while daily cultural programs at the fair are being organized in collaboration with the Cultural Unit of DIPR.

  • DC Srinagar inspects upgradation works at Primary Health Centre, Batmaloo

    Jul 17, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Mohammad Aijaz Asad visited Primary Health Centre Batamaloo and took stock of its functioning. During the visit, the DC inspected various units of the Health Centre including General Ward, Registration Counter, Diagnostic Units, newly established Covid ward.

  • Kashmir DISCOM refutes reports about tariff revision

    Jul 17, 2021

    SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (KPDCL)contested reports appearing in a section of Media about revision in the electricity tariff saying that no revision of the tariff, whatsoever, has been carried out in Jammu &Kashmir. KPDCL in a statement issued here stated that no revision in electricity tariff has taken place in J&K during the last four years now.

  • No ban order on slaughtering of animals by JK govt; Clarifies ASH Deptt

    Jul 17, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The Animal and Sheep Husbandry Department clarified that the Jammu and Kashmir government has not issued any banning order on the slaughtering of animals in accordance with rules. Pertinently, the Animal Welfare Board of India every year issues advisory regarding animal slaughtering to be carried out while following laws and rules. The same advisory has been issued this year also and has been forwarded to the concerned authorities.

  • Advisor Bhatnagar advocates maximizing contribution of Polytechnics, ITIs

    Jul 17, 2021

    SRINAGAR: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, asserted that the contribution of Polytechnic Colleges and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) should be maximized and their linkages with industrial establishments are strengthened by introducing new trades and courses which are viable in today’s industrial world.

  • Vaccine an agent of choice against Covid: DC Pulwama

    Jul 17, 2021

    PULWAMA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary said that the vaccination is a panacea and an agent of choice against the Covid, and maintaining its efficacy has been established beyond any doubt across the world.

  • ACB registers FIR against Engineers of CU Kashmir

    Jul 16, 2021

    Kashmir, July 16: Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) registered FIR against Engineers of Central University Kashmir and beneficiary firm M/S Granco Industries Limited Rajbagh, Srinagar for malpractices in the execution of works at Central University of Kashmir, Ganderbal: Searches Conducted Anti Corruption Bureau registered case FIR No.

  • Authorities intensify market checking across district Anantnag

    Jul 16, 2021

    ANANTNAG: To prevent escalation of rates and safeguard the interests of consumers, the special teams of District Administration Anantnag have intensified market checking drives across the district, here. The drives are being conducted for ensuring the availability and sale of quality goods and essential items like poultry, vegetables, etc besides curbing the illegal practices of hoarding and profiteering.

  • Administrative efforts, public cooperation brought situation under control: DC Anantnag

    Jul 16, 2021

    ANANTNAG: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Piyush Singla said that proactive administrative efforts and cooperation from the public have brought the Covid-19 situation under control in the district. The DC said that the relevant pandemic parameters have shown remarkable improvement with the recovery rate witnessing a constant upward trend and positive cases dropping to single digits.

  • Market Checking intensified across Kupwara district

    Jul 16, 2021

    KUPWARA: In view of Eid-ul-Adha, market checking has been intensified across the Kupwara district to ensure a stable price line and availability of essential goods in the market. On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Imam Din, a joint team of officers comprising Tehsildar Kupwara, Magistrates, TSO, Municipal Council Kupwara and Police inspected the Kupwara market and collected fines amounting to Rs. 6500 from various offenders.

  • Six Trading units fined for violating FS and SA at Shopian

    Jul 16, 2021

    SHOPIAN: The Additional Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Mushtaq Ahmad Simnani imposed a fine of Rs 16,500 on 06 Food Business Operators (FBOs) for violating prescribed norms under Food Safety and Standard Act (FS&SA). The concerned were found providing substandard services and misbranded consumables to the consumers/ customers.

  • Transit facilities, infrastructure, livelihood projects being initiated for tribal population: Dr Shahid

    Jul 16, 2021

    SRINAGAR: The government has initiated a slew of measures towards providing facilities to the tribal migratory population with a focus on infrastructure development, healthcare, livestock improvement, income generation, and skill development based on an ongoing survey. Pertinently, plan formulation under Integrated Village Development Scheme has already been initiated for overall tribal development at the village level.

  • DC inaugurates first ever Sainik Welfare Office at Bandipora

    Jul 15, 2021

    BANDIPORA: In a significant move to ensure the welfare of ex-servicemen and to honour their services rendered towards the nation, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Dr Owais Ahmad along with Director Sainik Welfare, Brig Gurmeet Singh Shan inaugurated the first-ever Sainik Welfare Office in Bandipora district inside the premises DC Office complex here.

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