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14 more COVID-19 fatalities take death toll in JK to 1,001; tally of cases 63,990

Srinagar, Sep 20: Fourteen more fatalities related to coronavirus infection in a day took the death toll in Jammu and Kashmir past the 1,000-mark, while 1,457 fresh cases pushed the COVID-19 tally to 63,990 on Sunday, officials said. Of the fresh deaths, nine were reported from Jammu and five from the Valley.

Common people in Kashmir tired of terrorism: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

New Delhi, Sep 20: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday said the common people in Kashmir are tired of terrorism and are becoming increasingly aspirational for themselves and their children.

Lt Governor inaugurates 'Brainstorming on implementation of NEP-2020 in JK'

Rs 1,350 cr package too diminutive to cover Rs 45,000 cr losses to JK economy, alleges NC

Srinagar, Sep 20: The National Conference on Saturday termed the Rs 1,350-crore economic package for Jammu and Kashmir as a "crude joke", saying it is too diminutive to cover the whopping Rs 45,000 crore losses to the Union territory's economy.

JK HC arbitration centres to be set up in Srinagar, Jammu

Srinagar, Sep 20: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court will have arbitration centres in both regions of the union territory to provide an institutionalised framework for speedy and expeditious resolution of disputes through an alternate dispute resolution mechanism. The court has accorded approval to setting up of high court annexed arbitration centres at Srinagar and Jammu, an official spokesman said here on late Saturday evening.

1,492 new COVID-19 cases in JK; 21 more die

Srinagar, Sep 19: Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday recorded 1,492 new COVID-19 cases, raising the tally to 62,533, while 21 fatalities pushed the death toll 987, officials said. It was for the 17th consecutive day that the number of fresh cases crossed 1,000 in a 24-hour period. The UT recorded 1,492 fresh cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours -- 831 in Jammu and 661 in the Kashmir valley," the officials said.

If talks can happen with China, why not with other neighbour: Farooq Abdullah in LS

New Delhi, Sep 19: Speaking in Parliament for the first time since his release from detention, the National Conference president and MP Farooq Abdullah on Saturday advocated talks with Pakistan, saying if India can talk to China to defuse their border row, it can also speak to its other neighbour to deal with the situation at Jammu and Kashmir borders. "Border skirmishes have been rising and people are dying...

Two militant associates held in Pulwama

Srinagar, Sep 19: Two associates of militants were arrested in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir and incriminating material was seized from their possession, police said on Saturday. The two were arrested from Awantipora and Khrew areas of the south Kashmir district, a police spokesman said, without disclosing their names.

NIA orders attaching house belonging to arrested JeM terrorist

Srinagar, Sep 19: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday ordered attaching of a property of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist Irshad Ahmed Reshi, who was arrested by the agency in connection with an attack on a CRPF Group Centre in south Kashmir in 2017 The property, which is a house, is in the name of Irshad Reshi's father Nazir Ahmad Reshi in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir.

12 Bore Rifle decamped from an ATM guard in Dadsara

Srinagar, September 19: A 12 Bore Rifle decamped from an ATM guard in Dadsara in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday unknown person. Reports said at about 10:50 am, three miscreants entered Jammu & Kashmir Bank Dadsara and attacked the private security guard of the bank Showkat Ahmad Hajam resident of Saimoh Tral and decamped with 12 Bore Rifle of the private security guard.

LG Manoj Sinha announces Rs, 1,350-Cr economic package to boost tourism, other sectors in JK

Srinagar, Sep 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha possibly struck a right cord with the "awam" (people) of Jammu and Kashmir as he announced a Rs 1,350-crore economic package to give a much needed boost to tourism and other sectors hit by the economic slowdown caused due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the security scenario.

Shopian encounter: Army finds 'prima facie' evidence against its men, initiates proceedings under Army Act

Srinagar, September 18: The Army has found "prima facie" evidence its troops "exceeded" powers under the Armed Forces Special Powers Act during an encounter in Kashmir's Shopian district in which three men were killed in July this year and has initiated disciplinary proceedings, officials said on Friday. On July 18, the Army claimed three militants were killed in Amshipura village in the higher reaches of south Kashmir's Shopian district.

DLRC/DCC meeting held at Shopian

Shopian, September 18: District Development Commissioner Shopian, Choudhary Mohammad Yasin today chaired District Level Review Committee (DLRC) and District Consultative Committee (DCC) meeting to review the performance of Banks and line departments for the first quarter of the financial year 2020-21 ended 30th June 2020 here.

Lt Governor launches National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) in J&K

System aims to ensure hassle-free service delivery and transparency in registration process; J&K is 10th among States/UTs becoming a part of NGDRS Srinagar, September 18: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha launched the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) at a ceremony organized at Deputy Commissioner Srinagar's office, today.

Dwivedi discusses action plan to revive carpet sector in J&K

Srinagar, September 18: To overcome the stiff challenges confronting the carpet industry in Jammu and Kashmir, Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Manoj Kumar Dwivedi, Friday chaired a meeting to discuss slew of measures to revive the sector, which remains the mainstay of exports to overseas destinations. Special Secretary, I&C, M.M.R.

Samoon launches a comprehensive 'Safe School Pilot Programme'

Srinagar, September 18: Principal Secretary, School Education and Skill Development, Dr Asgar Hassan Samoon today launched a comprehensive ‘School Safety Programme’ here at Model GGHSS Nawakadal. Speaking on the occasion, the Principal Secretary said that the programme will be a landmark to ensure safety of all children and teachers of schools of Jammu and Kashmir.

Advisor Khan interacts with JEE toppers

Srinagar, September 18: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan interacted with Humaira Rashid, Danish Hamid and Aaqib Javaid who recently cracked prestigious JEE Mains. On the occasion, Advisor Khan said that the youth of Jammu and Kashmir are inherently very capable, ambitious and they excel in every field they choose.

Coordination Committee of Presidents of ULBs called on Advisor Khan

Srinagar, September 18: A delegation of Coordination Committee of Presidents of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) of several areas called on Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan at Civil Secretariat here.

PDP leader Naeem Akhtar released from detention

Srinagar, September 17: PDP leader and former minister Naeem Akhtar on Thursday said he has been set free by Jammu and Kashmir authorities after 407 days in custody since the abrogation of Article 370 in August last year. "After 407 days of detention am informed that I am free to move about. Thank you rulers for small mercies while you inflict larger tragedies on our land," the PDP leader said in a sarcastic tweet.

Dr. Samoon asks DCs to step-up Skill Development programs

Srinagar, September 17: Principal Secretary, School Education Department and Skill Development, Dr. Asgar Hassan Samoon asked the Deputy Commissioners to step up Skill Development program in the district to enable maximum youth to obtain skills with high employability potential in the market. Dr. Samoon was chairing a meeting to review the Skill Development Sector in Jammu and Kashmir.

Decentralization to be essence of future planning: Chief Secretary

Srinagar, September 17: In a marathon preparatory budget meeting cum workshop conducted by the Finance department the Chief Secretary of J&K, BVR Subrahmanyam directed the district administration to make Panchayats and local bodies the units of their respective plan formulation as per the 73rd and 74thamendment of the Constitution.

National Webinar on "NEP-2020: Perspectives from Higher Education, School Education & Teacher Education" concludes

Srinagar, September 17: The 3 day National level series of webinars on “National Educational Policy (2020): perspectives from higher Education, School Education and Teacher Education” concluded here today. The webinar, organized by Government College of Education (IASE), M.A.

Jan Abiyaan: Secretary DDMR&R inaugurates awareness program on Nasha Mukt Bharat at Kulgam

Kulgam, September 17: An awareness program on “Sensitization on promoting healthy life style, media campaign and awareness on suicide risk among addicts” was today organized under Nasha Mukt Bharat campaign here by Social welfare Department Kulgam in collaboration with the district administration.

Grievance redressal mechanism key towards extending good governance to people: Advisor Khan

Srinagar, Septemebr 17: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan, observed that the J&K Administration’s grievance redressal mechanism is playing key role towards extending good governance to people of the Union Territory. Advisor Khan, while interacting with various public deputations and individuals at weekly public hearing here at LG’s Grievance Cell Church Lane, took stock of their demands and problems.

Block Divas under 'Jan Abhiyan' celebrated in Uri, Paranpeela Blocks

Baramulla, September 16: As part of ongoing “Jan Abhiyan” that has been launched by J&K government preceding the upcoming Back to Village-3, Block Divas was today celebrated in every block of district Baramulla.

Bandipora blocks wear festive look with enthusiastic participation of locals

Bandipora, September 16: On the first Block Diwas during the ongoing 21-day Jan Abhiyan, the Bandipora block headquarters wore festive look with enthusiastic participation of locals. The Youm-e-block (Block Diwas) was celebrated in all the block headquarters of the district as all the departmental functionaries were available for the people to ensure on spot disposal of applications and redressal of grievances.

Jan Abhiyan, B2V aims to aware people about their right for public services: Advisor Khan

Srinagar, September 16: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan said that one of the main aims of Jan Abhiyan and Back to Village campaign is to aware people about their right for public services. He was interacting with the people at Panzinara area of Block Qamarwari of Srinagar district. Advisor Khan visited the block to participate in Youm-e-Block/Block Diwas as part of the Pre-B2V-3 programme- Jan Abhiyan.

Advisor Khan takes stock of progress of works at Multipurpose Indoor Sports Hall Polo Ground

Srinagar, September 16: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan today took stock of progress of works at Multipurpose Indoor Sports Hall Polo Ground. Advisor Khan inspected various sections of the sports facility and had a firsthand stock of the ongoing works there. On the occasion, he enquired about the sports courts and the type of sports among other categories of indoor sports which would be played at the hall.

Covid-19 Containment: 32,000 tests conducted in Phase-I of Special Drive

Srinagar, September 16: The District Disaster Management Authority, Srinagar, is initiating second phase of mass testing beginning 17th September 2020 with aim to test more than 60,000 citizens in municipal wards. The first phase of mass testing with focussing on Markets and Government offices culminated today with 32,000 tests conducted in 12 days.

B2V3: Lt Governor visits Khanmoh, takes part in the ongoing 'Awami Muhim'

J&K gets Quick Response Vehicles for Fire Fighting

Srinagar, September 16: For fast and timely containment of the accidental fires in the congested areas J&KERA (Jammu and Kashmir Economic Reconstruction Agency) under its World Bank funded JTFRP (Jhelum Tawi Flood Recovery Project)has provided 17 Quick Response Vehicles (QRV) to the Fire and Emergency Services Department. These 17 QRV’s (Quick Response Vehicles) worth Rs1.

Samoon distributes prizes among winners of online competitions organized under Samagra Shiksha

Srinagar, September 16: Principal Secretary, School Education, Dr. Asgar Samoon, distributed prizes among the winner students of online competitions held under Samagra Shiksha J&K.

Jan Abhiyan, upcoming B2V3 milestones towards efficient, Welfare Governance: Navin Choudhary

Baramulla, September 16: As part of the ongoing “Jan Abhiyan” programme launched by the J&K administration before Back to Village-3, Block Divas was today celebrated across Baramulla district during which a mega function was organized in Tangmarg.

Dr Samoon reviews implementation of National Education Policy, teachers training programs

Srinagar, September 16: Principal Secretary, School Education Department and Skill Development, Dr Asgar Hassan Samoon today reviewed the implementation of National Education Policy (NEP) and outsourcing Training for Pre Primary Teachers here at a meeting of senior officers of the Education Department.

Prompt, hassle free public service delivery fundamental objective of Jan Abhiyan: Advisor Bhatnagar

Attends Block Diwas at Town Hall Pampore Pampore, September 16: As part of the ongoing public outreach programme 'Jan Abhiyan', Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar today visited Pampore and attended Block Diwas at Town Hall there.

CS launches Block Diwas at Kanihama Budgam; Emphasizes fast track redressal of public grievances

Budgam, September 15: Chief Secretary, BVR Subrahmanyam, today launched Block Diwas (Youm-e-Block) at Budgam with inauguration of its first phase at Kanihama Narbal. Chief Secretary was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Budgam, SSP Budgam, ACD and other concerned district officers.

Advisor Bhatnagar chairs preliminary snow clearance meet

Srinagar, September 16: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar today chaired an extensive preliminary snowfall clearance meeting to avoid any eventuality in view of the inclement weather during coming winter season at Civil Secretariat here.

AC gives nod to implementation of World Bank assisted project for strengthening of healthcare institutions

Man detained by police found dead

Srinagar, September 16: A man detained by police in Sopore was found dead in a nearby area of Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday. Irfan Ahmad Dar (24), was detained by police in Sopore town on Tuesday in connection with an anti-terrorism case, the officials said. His body was found at Charamundji falling under the jurisdiction of nearby Bomai Police Station on Tuesday evening, the officials said.

J&K SLSA observes International Day of Democracy

Srinagar, September 15: Under the directions of Chief Justice High Court of J&K and Patron-in-Chief J&K SLSA, Gita Mittal and guidance of Executive Chairman J&K SLSA, Justice Rajesh Bindal, J&K State Legal Services Authority through District Legal Services Authorities observed “International Day of Democracy” in all districts of UT’s of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Govt constitutes committees for conduct of Bye-elections to Panchayat and BDC

Srinagar, September 15: The Government has constituted an Apex Level and two Divisional Level committees to conduct preparatory work for bye-elections for Panchayats and Block Development Councils (BDC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The Apex Level Committee will draw a roadmap and detailed schedule for conduct of elections to vacant panchayats and BDCs across the Union Territory.

Public outreach programmes, important part of effective governance: Advisor Baseer Khan

Srinagar, September 15: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Baseer Ahmad Khan said that conducting of public outreach programmes provides an important feedback for the government to tailor its interventions for the public good. The Advisor made these comments while interacting with several delegations and individuals during routine public outreach program at the Lieutenant Governor Grievance Cell, Church Lane Srinagar.

Advisor Baseer Khan inaugurates Hi-Tech Nursery in Srinagar

Srinagar, Spetmeber 15: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor Baseer Ahmad Khan inaugurated a Hi-Tech Floriculture Nursery and sale center at Pologround Srinagar. The Advisor appreciated the efforts of the Floriculture department in developing the hi-tech nursery and directed them to keep high quality seedlings available at affordable prices.

Lt Governor chairs 16th meeting of Board of Governors of JK Sainik School, Manasbal

SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 14: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha chaired the 16th Board of Governors meeting of J&K Sainik School, Manasbal at the Raj Bhavan here today. The Lt Governor took stock of the functioning of J&K Sainik School, Manasbal and appreciated the role being played by them in imparting quality education.

Regional discrimination will not be tolerated in JK: LG Manoj Sinha

Srinagar, Sep 14: Regional discrimination in administration will not be tolerated at any level in Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said here on Monday as he vowed to use technology to curb the menace of corruption. "There is zero tolerance for discrimination between Kashmir and Jammu or dividing the union territory on any basis.

Inter Zone District level Football competition concludes at Ganderbal

Ganderbal, September 11: Three days District level inter Zonal Football competition concluded today at Madri Meharban Stadium Ganderbal. The Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Shafqat Iqbal was Chief Guest on the occasion and the competition was organized by the District Youth Services and Sports, Ganderbal (DYSSO). The tournament was organized as a part of Annual Calendar of Activities by DYSSO, Ganderbal under the patronage of Dr.

Hasnain Masoodi visits Shopian, reviews developmental projects, implementation of schemes

Shopian, September 11: The Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), Justice (Retd), Hasnain Masoodi today visited district Shopian to take a detailed review of major developmental projects, implementation of flagship schemes in the district. The Member of Parliament convened a meeting here with the district officers of various departments to review the project wise status of all ongoing developmental projects.

COVID19: Sensitization of religious leaders continues in Kmr

Srinagar, September 11: A massive programme has been started jointly by Divisional Covid Control Room, Kashmir and Aids Control Society aimed to sensitize religious leaders about the steps need to be taken for controlling of Covid-19 pandemic in Kashmir division.

B2V is a great opportunity; let us work collectively with an optimistic mind & spirit of cooperation for incredible results: Kansal appeals to officers, public

Srinagar, September 11: “The three week Jan Abhiyan, began here yesterday before the launch of third phase of ambitious Back to Village programme, would be the weeks of progress and prosperity besides prompt public grievances hearing and redressal”, affirmed Principal Secretary PDD and Information, Rohit Kansal, today while elaborating on the plan and strategy regarding implementation of this unique initiative of the government.