Incessant rains push hydel power generation Srinagar, March 2: The Power Development Department (PDD) has decided to avoid the power curtailment at Sahoor and Iftar times in the feasible areas in the holy month of Ramadhan. The department in this regard is likely to hold the important meeting on Saturday to discuss the mechanism and strategy to implement the new...
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Lt Governor Sinha greets people on beginning of holy month of Ramzan
Srinagar, Mar 2: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the beginning of the holy month of Ramzan. “Greetings to all on the beginning of the holy month of Ramzan”, the Lt Governor posted on X. May this sacred month of prayers, blessings & forgiveness inspire us to work towards the upliftment...
Police Expose Drug Frame-Up; Arrests Key Conspirators in Srinagar
Srinagar, March 01: Police on Saturday said that in a measure to curb the menace of drug related crimes, it has dismantled a well-orchestrated criminal conspiracy involving the planting of narcotics, leading to the arrest of four individuals under the NDPS Act. In a handout to GNS, the police said that the operation, which unfolded over the past week, began...
JK Govt tightens noose on illegal mining, initiates stern action to curb the menace
Deputy CM warns of severe legal consequences against unauthorized mining Jammu, Mar 01: In a decisive move aimed at tackling the menace of illegal mining in the Union Territory, the Jammu and Kashmir government has attached Joint Director, Geology and Mining, Jammu, H L Langeh, with the Administrative Department, ceasing all powers vested in him with immediate effect. The order,...
Hopeful of statehood restoration in coming months: NC
Srinagar, Mar 1 : Senior National Conference (NC) leader and law maker Tanvir Sadiq on Saturday expressed confidence that statehood for Jammu and Kashmir will be restored in the coming months. Speaking to reporters, Sadiq questioned the need for skepticism regarding statehood, emphasizing that the people of J&K should trust the commitments made at various levels. “We have the...
Budget 2025-26 focuses on strengthening the agriculture sector: PM Modi
New Delhi, Mar 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Union Budget 2025-26, saying it focuses on strengthening the agriculture sector and boosting the rural economy. Addressing the post-budget webinar on agriculture and rural prosperity, Modi said,” We consider agriculture as the primary engine of development and our aim is to ensure that no farmer is left behind” “We are...
No need for shadow cabinet as it holds no significance: Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, Mar 1: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday dismissed the BJP’s “move to form a shadow cabinet”, asserting that there is no need for this in J&K. He emphasized that the “government of the people” will run Jammu and Kashmir. “The cabinet is one. There is no concept of a shadow cabinet in our country,”...
3 policemen injured in police station attack in Karachi
Islamabad, Mar 1: Three policemen were injured in an attack on a police station in Pakistan’s southern port city of Karachi on Saturday, officials said. Some unidentified assailants hurled a cracker explosive at the police station, and fled the scene, sources from Karachi police told Xinhua. The device landed inside the premises, causing injuries to the cops, and damaging several...
CM Omar Abdullah reviews Ramadan arrangements, directs officers to ensure seamless facilities
Directs DCs to set up district control rooms to promptly address grievances Srinagar, Mar 01: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the arrangements made for the holy month of Ramadan, which commences tomorrow. The Chief Minister emphasized that people rightfully expect their elected government to take all necessary measures to ensure they do not face...
European leaders defend Zelensky after fiery White House meeting
Brussels, Mar 1: The open clash between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House on Friday prompted an outpouring of support from European leaders for Zelensky and his country. “Your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people. Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone,” European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said...
Srinagar Jammu National highway still closed
Srinagar, Mar 1: Jammu-Srinagar National Highway is still closed due to landslides and shooting stones at multiple locations, with restoration work currently in progress. Authorities have advised commuters to avoid traveling on the highway until clearance operations are completed. In addition to Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, several other key roads, including the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road that connects Kashmir to Leh,...