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Srinagar, July 14: The President of India on Monday appointed senior BJP leader and former Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta as the new Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. Gupta, a veteran political figure, who earlier served as Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and later as Deputy Chief Minister during the PDP-BJP coalition government in 2018. The appointment comes following the resignation of Brig. (Dr.) B.D. Mishra (Retd.), who served as the Lieutenant Go ...Read More >
Srinagar , July 14 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday trained guns at the JK police for trying to stop him from reciting Fatiha (prayers) in the memory of 22 "martyrs" who were killed for protesting against Maharaja Hari Singh's rule. "We are nobody's slaves," Abdullah asserted, adding that he must be informed under which law he was stopped from visiting the Mazar-e-Shuhada in Srinagar's Naqshband Sahib. The Jammu and Kashmir CM said that despite attempts to stop him, he ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 14: A day after Jammu and Kashmir observed Martyrs' Day amid curbs and political restrictions, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, along with senior party leaders, are on their way to Mazaar-e-Shuhada in Srinagar to pay homage to the martyrs of July 13, 1931. The top JKNC leadership is expected to offer prayers and floral tributes at the historic graveyard, reaffirming the party's deep-rooted commitment to th ...Read More >
Katra, July 13: In a significant step toward promoting spiritual development and preserving cultural heritage, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has dedicated five newly constructed temples to the public across Reasi district. The decision was approved during the 75th Meeting of the Board, chaired by Shri Manoj Sinha, Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and Chairman of the Shrine Board.In addition to the dedication of these temples, the Board has also approved the con ...Read More >
SRINAGAR JULY 12:- A meeting of District Level Review Committee/District Consultative Committee (DLRC/DCC) was today held under the Chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex, here to review the performance of the Banks and sponsoring Departments under various Government initiatives and flagship schemes for financial year 2024-25. At the outset, the Deputy Commissioner/Chairman DLRC/DCC took a detailed review and sector wise perform ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 12: In a significant move to combat the Drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property worth approximately 1 crore and 3 lakhs under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The property- comprising two-storeyed residential house belonging to a notorious drug peddler namely Mir Romaan S/o Mohammad Hashim Mir R/o Aali Masjid Eidgah area, who is involved in case FIR No.136 /2024 u/ ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh IT and Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday hailed the successful implementation of the state-wide 'Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) 2.0' programme. Expressing gratitude to all stakeholders, he credited the collective efforts of government and private schools, colleges, education officials, staff, headmasters, teachers, students, parents, donors, alumni, public representatives, and officers from various departments for making the event a success. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 11: Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Minister for Heavy Industries & Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Government of India, has announced a pioneering scheme to provide financial incentives for electric trucks (e-trucks) under the PM E-DRIVE initiative. This marks the first time the Indian government is extending direct support specifically for electric trucks, aiming to accelerate the country's ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 11: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has officially expanded the Sanchar Mitra Scheme into a nationwide initiative aimed at engaging youth as digital ambassadors to bridge communication gaps and promote digital literacy across the country.In its first outreach effort, the Assam LSA, the field office of DoT, organised an interactive session with representatives from top engineering institutions -- including IIT, IIIT, NIT, and other colleges across A ...Read More >
Srinagar, Jul 11: Encash Automotive Pvt. Ltd., Authorized Dealership of Mahindra & Mahindra, on Friday unveiled the exciting new XUV 3XO REVX Series at its Athwajan Showroom.The chief guests on the occasion were Mr Tajamul Ahmad Qadri, Chief Manager (Marketing) J&K Bank and Mr Gaurav Gupta, Chief Manager SBI SME Hyderpora. The occasion was graced by the presence of dignitaries from J&K Bank, SBI, Mahindra Finance &Cholamandalam Finance.While unveiling the car,General Manager (PV Sales) of Encash ...Read More >
Noida: The Authority on Friday imposed a fine of Rs 10 lakh on Unitech Golf & Country Club, in Sector 96, for violating rules of bulk waste generators. The officials in an earlier inspection, found improper segregation, storage, and handling of solid waste management.Under the Solid Waste Management (SWM) rules, 2016, bulk generators are required to treat their wet waste on-site. The city generates nearly 800 tons of solid waste per day, of which nearly 30% comes from BWGs.SP Singh, general mana ...Read More >
Jammu, July 11: Prime Minister NarendraModi will distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed candidates in various government departments and organisations on July 12 at around 11:00 am via video conferencing. On this occasion, he will also address the appointees.The RozgarMela is a key initiative aligned with the Prime Minister's commitment to prioritising employment generation. It aims to provide meaningful employment opportunities to the youth, empowering them to contri ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 11: Director General of Police (DGP) Jammu and Kashmir, NalinPrabhat, Friday chaired a high-level security review meeting in South Kashmir to assess and strengthen security measures for the ongoingAmarnathjiYatra 2025.The meeting was attended by DIG South Kashmir Range JavedMattoo, SSPs of South Kashmir districts, and senior officers from the Indian Army, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), and other security agencies.DGP Prabhat commended the unflagg ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 11: A sudden spell of gusty winds and heavy rainfall disrupted normal life in parts of North and Central Kashmir on Friday evening, with reports of damage primarily from the Kralgund area of Kupwara district.In Kralgund Market, strong winds uprooted several tin rooftops, damaging multiple parked vehicles. Eyewitnesses described a sudden, intense storm that caused panic among shopkeepers and customers. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.Elsewhere in Kupwara district, two reside ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 10: Issuing a stern message against divisive voices, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday condemned recent statements alleging cultural erosion and demographic invasion in Jammu and Kashmir, warning that such rhetoric mirrors that of terror outfit TRF and has previously cost innocent lives."Some people are irresponsibly claiming that guests are spoiling J&K's culture, that a demographic invasion is underway, and alcoholism is spreading. This narrative is no different from t ...Read More >
Leh/Kargil, July 10: In a determined push to eliminate tuberculosis at the grassroots level, the Union Territory of Ladakh is ramping up its efforts to declare every panchayat TB-free under the nationwide TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.A high-level meeting chaired by Principal Secretary of Health and Medical Education (H&ME), UT Ladakh, was held on Wednesday to chart out a focused roadmap. Senior officials from both Leh and Kargil districts, including Mission Director NHM Ladakh, Director Health Service ...Read More >
Vadodara, Jul 09 (ANI): Rescue operations underway after the Gambhira bridge on the Mahisagar river, connecting Vadodara and Anand, collapses in Padra, on Wednesday. (ANI Video Grab) National::ANI Video Grab The death toll in the Gambhira bridge collapse incident in Gujarat's Vadodara has climbed to 15 with the recovery of three more bodies, an official said on Thursday. The official further informed that rescue operations are underway as four people remain missing. A section of the Gambhira ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh for the families of those who died in the bridge collapse in Vadodara. He also announced Rs 50,000 for the injured. At least nine people were killed after a portion of the Gambhira bridge collapsed in the Padra area of Gujarat Vadodara district on Wednesday. In a post on X, the CM Patel said, The collapse of a span of the Gambhira Bridge, connecting Anand and Vadodara, has caused an ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 09: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Jammu & Kashmir's tourism sector is witnessing a strong revival, with a steady rise in the number of tourists visiting the Union Territory each day.Abdullah, while addressing reporters in West Bengal ahead of the Kolkata Tourism Fair, said, "Tourists are coming back to Kashmir in good numbers. The ongoingAmarnathYatra is proceeding smoothly with heavy footfall on both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes, he said."I spoke to severa ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 09: Director General of Police, J&K, Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday commended the unwavering commitment, professionalism, and tireless efforts of security forces in upholding peace and stability in the region.DGP conducted a comprehensive review of the security situation in north Kashmir.Accompanied by Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, the DGP chaired a high-level meeting with the Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) of North Kashmir districts to assess the prevailing law ...Read More >
Patna, Jul 09: Congress Member of Parliament (MP) and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, along with Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav, on Wednesday led the 'Bihar Bandh' protest in Patna against the Election Commission of India's (ECI) decision to undertake the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.Several senior leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc, including CPI Ge ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 9 : In a significant move to combat the drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property worth approximately ₹ 75 lakhs under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The property comprising a single-storeyed residential house alongwith land is located in Athwajan, Srinagar, and in the possession of two notorious drug peddler brothers -- Irfan Ahmad Ganie and Aijaz Ahmad Ganie, son ...Read More >
Jammu, July 08: In a significant digital leap, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is set to introduce 'Smart Ration Cards' for all its 25.61 lakh ration cardholders, covering a beneficiary population of over one crore. The initiative, aimed at curbing ration pilferage and black marketing, is expected to streamline access to various government welfare services under one unified platform.Speaking to Rising Kashmir, RifatKohli, Director of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs, confirmed ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 8: Yasha Mudgal, Secretary Tourism Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday said UT is witnessing a strong revival in tourism and is once again emerging as one of the top-choice destinations for travelers from across India.Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the Tourism Secretaries Conference being held in Srinagar, Mudgal said the high profile event brought together Tourism Secretaries from all states and Union Territories (UTs) for an intensive brainstorming session aimed at boosting ...Read More >
Jammu, July 08: Thousands of pilgrims participating in the ongoing Amarnath Yatra 2025 are receiving free langar services at the Jammu base camp and other locations, including the National Highway.Virender Kumar Sharma, who has been organizing the langar facility for the past 17 years, said, "We have been running this langar for almost 17 years, and it's a completely free service. People come from far-off places, and whoever comes here, they have devotion towards it and also make donations. Ther ...Read More >
Nellore: Minister Nara Lokesh has made it clear that "only those who work for the party will be given positions," and there's no room for compromise on this norm. Addressing a TD leaders' meeting in Nellore, he emphasized the need for strengthening the cadres and ensuring regular outreach to the public every four months. Lokesh acknowledged past mistakes and promised to correct them, adding, "Even Chandrababu is willing to listen -- leadership means being accountable." He vowed to complete the ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, JULY 07: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited the Nunwan Base Camp in Pahalgam to review the arrangements for the ongoingShriAmarnathJiYatra. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with pilgrims, service providers, langarsevadars, and sanitation workers, taking stock of the facilities available to the devotees. He commended the significant contributions of all stakeholders toward ensuring the smooth and successful conduct of the holy pilgrimage. He also chaired ...Read More >
Anantnag, July 07: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday accused Pakistan of trying to destroy the J&K's development and unity, saying the neighbouring country cannot tolerate the peace and progress achieved over the past five years. "Pakistan wants to destroy the five-year-long development of Jammu and Kashmir. It wants to break our unity. We must not allow its nefarious designs to succeed," Sinha said, while addressing devotees at the HarbahUtsav held at Mata Sidh Lakshmi Temple in LokBha ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 7: Union Minister for Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Monday said that tourism in Kashmir is rebounding strongly, even in the wake of the recent terror incident in Pahalgam. He credited the revival to coordinated efforts by the Jammu and Kashmir administration and the Central Government, emphasising that confidence-building measures are beginning to yield positive results. "After the Pahalgam incident, the tourism that was stagnant has come back to life," Shekhawat told repor ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 07: Minister of Education SakinaItoo announced on Monday that all educational institutions across the Kashmir Valley and the winter zones of the Jammu Division will resume classes on Tuesday, July 8, following the conclusion of the summer break. The reopening will also introduce revised school timings based on location. According to the minister, schools within municipal limits of Srinagar and other urban areas in the Kashmir Valley and winter zones of Jammu Division will functio ...Read More >
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