Srinagar, Mar 23: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) on Saturday put under suspension fifteen employees with immediate effect Under Rule 33 of J&K Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1956. Among the suspended employees include; Abdul Rahim, Lineman, Sub-division Nishat of Electric Division-I of KPDCL; Ghulam Hassan Bhat, Meter Reader, Sub-division Nishat of...
Day: March 23, 2024
Kejriwal moves Delhi HC against ED arrest in liquor policy case
New Delhi, Mar 23: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday moved the Delhi High Court to challenge his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and six days of remand in the money laundering case related to the alleged liquor policy scam case. Kejriwal was arrested by ED on March 21 at around 9 PM...
Camp to sensitize general public about 03 notified Criminal Major Acts held at P.S Batamaloo
SRINAGAR, MARCH 23: In order to make the general public aware about the newly three notified Criminal Major Act viz. ‘Bhartiya Naya Sanhita’, ‘Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha’ and ‘Bhartiya Saksha Adhiniyam’ a camp was organized in the main lawn of Police Station Batamaloo. A total of 50 respectables of the area participated in the camp. On...
Putin declares nationwide mourning in Russia
Moscow, Mar 23: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday declared March 24 a day of nationwide mourning for the victims of the terrorist attack on the Crocus City Hall concert venue near Moscow. “I declare March 24th a day of national mourning,” Putin said in his address to Russians after the attack. A shooting occurred...
MEA objects to German govt’s comments on Kejriwal arrest; summons diplomat
New Delhi, Mar 23: The Government of India on Saturday took strong objection to certain remarks made by the German Foreign Ministry in relation to the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and conveyed its protest by summoning the German Deputy Chief of Mission to the External Affairs Ministry. “We see such remarks as...
Tampering with smart meters: Govt mulls to lodge FIR against 272 consumers in Srinagar
Srinagar, Mar 23: The government has initiated the process of registering FIR against 272 consumers across Srinagar for tampering with the smart meters, officials said on Saturday. For the last several months, the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has been taking action against illegal hooking and tampering of smart meters across Kashmir. Several videos...
Writing Mother Mehbooba Mufti’s Biography, reveals Iltija Mufti
‘Book to highlight how amidst tumultuous circumstances PDP offered an Alternative in Kashmir’s political landscape’ Srinagar, Mar 23: Iltija Mufti, daughter of PDP President Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday disclosed her endeavor to write her mother’s biography, shedding light on the party’s journey and its significance in Kashmiri politics. According to the news agency during the...
Mustard Bloom Emerges as New Tourist Attraction in Kashmir Valley
Srinagar, Mar 23: Apart from tulips and almond blossom, mustard bloom is becoming a yet another attraction for tourists thronging the valley during the spring season. With the culmination of winter, the spring season in the valley begins with the mustard, almond, cherry and tulip bloom. While Badamwari and tulip garden becomes the main attraction...
Govt orders cease on private practice by doctor in J&K
Srinagar, Mar 23: The Government has ordered a cease on private practice by Dr. Ishtiyaq Abdullah, Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Baramulla anywhere in Jammu and Kashmir. “Based on the findings of State Anti Fraud Unit (SAFU) regarding violations of Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs) of State Health Agency, J&K and other standing...
Police set up 24×7 election helpline in Kashmir
Srinagar, Mar 23: Jammu and Kashmir Police has established a dedicated round-the-clock helpline to address election-related queries and concerns. “To address election-related queries and concerns, J&K Police Kashmir Zone establishes a dedicated 24×7 “Election helpline” number 8899868589 at PCR Kashmir,” Kashmir Police Zone said in a post on X. Jammu and Kashmir is going to witness...
PCB expresses deep sorrow over Shaharyar Khan’s death
Lahore, Mar 23: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Chairman Shaharyar Khan. Khan, who served as Chairman for two terms and also worked as team manager for the Pakistan National Men’s team, passed away here on Friday at the age of 89. The PCB acknowledged his significant contributions...
MeetPaper: Canadian organisation establishes direct-to-consumer chain for Kashmir’s Papier Mâché artists
Srinagar, Mar 23: Papier Mâché artists have a reason to smile as a Canadian organisation has established a direct-to-consumer chain to end the middleman menace and push exports. MeetPaper showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Kashmiri artists to international audiences and ensures that the profits are returned to the creators themselves. MeetPaper’s founders, Sanjay Suri,...
Death toll from Russian terrorist attack rises to 93
Moscow, Mar 23: The number of those killed in the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall in the Moscow Region has risen to 93 people, but the death toll is expected to increase further, the Russian Investigative Committee said on Saturday. “It has been established so far that the number of those killed stands...
Youth found dead under mysterious circumstances in Budgam
Family alleges murder, demands thorough probe Budgam, Mar 23: A 23-year-old youth was found dead under mysterious circumstances at Wangwas area of Chadoora in central Kashmir’s Budgam district on Saturday morning. An official told the news agency that the body of a youth was found by family near his house in the wee hours of...
Srinagar’s Iconic Tulip Garden opens to public
1.7 Million Tulips await visitors amidst new varieties, scenic splendor Srinagar, Mar 23: Kashmir’s Tulip Garden, one of the biggest in Asia, was officially thrown open to the public on Saturday. According to the officials, this year the garden will bloom with 17 lakh flowers of different varieties with a boast of five new flower...
After rains, weather improves in Kashmir :Met
Srinagar, Mar 23: After two days of rain and light snow over the upper reaches, the weather improved in Kashmir on Saturday. “The weather is likely to remain generally dry till Tuesday,” an official of the Meteorological (MeT) department said. Widespread rains were recorded across Jammu and Kashmir from Thursday evening till Friday afternoon....
India stands with Russia,’ PM Modi condemns terrorist attack in Moscow
New Delhi, Mar 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday condemned the terrorist attack in the capital city of Russia, Moscow, and said, “India stands in solidarity with the government and the people of the Russian Federation in this hour of grief.” The incident took place on Friday night after a group of armed men...
UN Chief condemns in ‘strongest terms’ terror attack at Moscow Concert Hall
United Nations, Mar 23 : UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack at the concert hall outside Moscow, United Nations spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said. “The Secretary-General condemns in the strongest possible terms today’s terrorist attack at a concert hall outside Moscow, in which at least 40 people were reportedly killed...
Death toll in Russia terrorist attack rises to 60
Moscow, Mar 23 : Preliminary data show that more than 60 people died as a result of a terrorist attack in the Crocus City Hall in the Moscow Region on Friday, the Russian Investigative Committee said in a statement on Telegram. “The bodies of the dead are being examined. It has been preliminarily established that...