NEW DELHI, Mar 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to ‘Nari Shakti’ on International Women’s Day on Saturday and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to women’s empowerment through various schemes and programmes. He also reiterated that women achievers from various fields would be taking over his social media accounts for the day. “We bow to our Nari Shakti on #WomensDay!...
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J&K has whopping debt of Rs 125025 crore: J&K Govt
Bills worth Rs 5429 crore pending in treasuries Jammu, Mar 08 : The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Saturday disclosed that the Union Territory has a whopping debt of Rs 125205 crore. In a written reply to the question of MLA Handwara Sajad Gani Lone, the minister in-charge of the Finance department, Omar Abdullah, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer...
In Assembly, MLAs question allotment of land to Sri Lankan cricketer in J&K
Jammu, Mar 08: Members of the Legislative Assembly on Saturday questioned the “allotment” of land to a Sri Lankan cricketer in Jammu & Kashmir. During the Question Hour, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer(KNO),CPI(M) MLA Muhammad Yosouf Tarigami said that a Sri Lankan cricketer has been allotted land in Kathua. “How this allotment has been made?” he asked. Tarigami, however,...
India, China achieved positive outcomes at all levels after Modi-Xi meeting: Chinese FM Wang Yi
BEIJING, Mar 8: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday that India-China relations have made “positive strides” and achieved a series of encouraging outcomes at all levels after last year’s breakthrough ending the over four-year-long military standoff in eastern Ladakh. Wang’s remarks came during his annual press conference here as he replied to a question on how Beijing views...
Rs. 9.82 cr spent on Mini Secretariat construction, Batamaloo: Sakeena Itoo
Jammu, Mar 07 : An amount Rs. 9.82 crore has been incurred, so far, on construction of the Mini Secretariat at Batamaloo. This information was given by Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo, while replying on behalf of the Chief Minister in response to a question raised by Member Tariq Hameed Karra. She further informed the House that the decision to...
Rohit must aim for bigger scores, can take game away from opposition: Gavaskar
New Delhi, Mar 7: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar believes Rohit Sharma should not be content with scoring just 25-30 runs and must focus on building longer innings, as his presence at the crease can have a game-changing impact for India. In ODI cricket, the Indian skipper has embraced an aggressive approach to give India quick starts, but this has often resulted...
India demands action against those involved in Jaishankar’s security breach in London
New Delhi, Mar 7: India on Friday pressed the UK to take action against the pro-Khalistan elements involved in the breach of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s security in London and said that the incident reflected the “licence” accorded to such forces. A pro-Khalistani protester attempted to break barricades while some others were shouting anti-India slogans as Jaishankar was leaving...
Lieutenant Governor inaugurates Tawi Festival organised by Hari Tara Charitable Trust at Jammu
We need to have a fine balance between Technology and Arts: LG Sinha Science and Technology has provided new facilities and redefined the way human society works and lives. But the modern instruments are incomplete without rich and vibrant tradition of Art and Culture: LG Society’s economic development is powered by Art and Culture: LG Sinha Art is the essential...
JKPCC chief Tariq Karra calls J&K Budget “pro-people”, “positive”
Mubashir Alam Wani Jammu, Mar 07 : Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) chief Tariq Hameed Karra on Friday termed the J&K budget presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah as “pro-people” and “positive,” but said a detailed assessment is needed to identify potential gaps. Reacting to the budget, Karra, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), stated that...
Govt to dole out policy to attract private investments in higher education
Allocates Rs 1,388.97 cr for School, Hr Education Srinagar, Mar 07 : The government on Friday said that it will roll out a policy to attract private investments in higher education. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Chief Minister (CM) Omar Abdullah in his Budget 2025-26 speech said, “Our Government will roll out a policy to attract private...
Over 28000 houses completed under PMAY (U) in J&K, more in offing: Govt
‘8,079 beneficiaries await verification’ Waris Fayaz Jammu, Mar 07 (KNO): The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday said they have made signific ant strides in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U), with over 28,000 houses completed so far under the scheme. Responding to a query raised by MLA Irshad Rasool Kar, government as per the news agency—Kashmir...
Govt to engage 75 lakh youth in sports activities: CM Omar Abdullah
Announces multiple sports initiatives for Jammu and Kashmir Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Mar 07 : Stating that the government would engage 75 lakh youth in sports activities to foster a culture of fitness and excellence, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday announced multiple sports initiatives for Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister, according to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO)...
CM unveils Rs 1.12 lakh crore budget for J&K
Propose free ration of 10 kg , 200 units of free electricity for AAY families, UT to have law & skill universities Jammu, Mar 07 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday presented a Rs 1.12 lakh crore budget for Jammu & Kashmir for the fiscal 2025-26. Unveiling the budget in the Assembly, Omar Abdullah, who also serves as finance...
MLAs Express Concern Over Rising Drug Addiction In UT J&K , Speaker Orders Discussion
Jammu, Mar 5: Cutting across party lines, the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly members on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the rising drug addiction in the region, prompting Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to order a discussion to seek suggestions from the House on anti-drug measures. Several MLAs questioned the effectiveness of existing mechanisms to combat the drug menace. They called for...
India is very high tariff nation: US President Donald Trump
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Mar 7: India is a very high tariff nation, US President Donald Trump has said as he reiterated that reciprocal tariffs on countries that impose levies on American goods will kick in on April 2. “And the big one will be on April 2, when reciprocal tariffs, so if India or China, or any of the countries that...
Govt allocates Rs 86 cr for establishing 250-bed M&CC Hospital in Anantnag
Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Mar 07 : The government has finally allocated Rs 86 crore for the construction of 250-bed Maternity and Child Care Hospital in Anantnag. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday announced that Rs 86 crore have been allocated for the construction of 250-bed Maternity and Child Care Hospital in Anantnag. It is pertinent to mention here that MCCH...
Omar-led govt’s Budget will be as per aspirations of people: Deputy CM
Jammu, Mar 07 : Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Friday said that the budget to be presented by the Omar Abdullah-led government in Jammu and Kashmir will reflect aspirations of the people. Speaking with reporters in Jammu, the deputy CM, said that today’s budget and four more to be presented in next five years will be as per...
J&K witnessing 2 to 3 percent increase in cancer cases every year: Sakina Itoo
Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Mar 07: The government on Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir reports 2 to 3 percent increase in cancer cases every year. Replying to a question of MLA Tanveer Sadiq, Health Minister Sakina Itoo, informed that 50551 cancer cases were reported in Kashmir from 2018-2024 while in the same period the number of cancer cases in Jammu...
No proposal in place to impose blanket ban on private practice of doctors across J&K: Minister
Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Mar 07 : Health minister Sakina Itoo on Friday said that there is no formal proposal to impose a blanket ban on private practice of doctors across Jammu and Kashmir. Replying to a question of MLA Pulwama Waheed Ur Rehman Para, the minister, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that presently, there is no formal...
Driver dead, helper injured as 2 trucks collide head-on inside Navyug tunnel
Qazigund, Mar 7 : A driver died and his helper was injured after two trucks collided inside the Navyug tunnel late last evening, officials said. An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a truck travelling from Srinagar to Jammu, crashed into another truck inside the tunnel at around 10:20 pm on Thursday. He said that in the incident...
SC Collegium’s nod to Justices Nargal, Sekhri, Wani’s appointment as Permanent Judges
JAMMU, Mar 7: The Supreme Court Collegium has approved the proposal for appointment of three Additional Judges of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh as Permanent Judges. “The Supreme Court Collegium in its meeting held on March 5, 2025 has approved the proposal for appointment of Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal, Justice Rajesh Sekhri and Justice Mohammad Yousaf Wani...