Baba Jang, NHPC’s Salal Hydroelectric project, PHE Sopore top the list Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Mar 13 : Government departments, industrial units, semi government organisations and private institutions owe hundreds of crores to the Power Development Department on the account of electricity dues, the. government informed the Legislative Assembly. In response to a query by MLA Sheikh Khursheed, the government as...
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Of 1,727,241 kanals encroached land, 1,539,662 kanals retrieved in J&K: Govt
Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Mar 13 : Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday said that of 1,727,241 kanals of encroached land, 1,539,662 kanals have been retrieved. Replying to a question of MLA Rajiv Jasrotia, the minister incharge, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that the total state land under the illegal occupation of encroachers in J&K was 1,727,241 kanals...
Speaker constitutes crucial Business Advisory Committee
5 members from ruling alliance, 3 from opposition Jammu, Mar 12 : The Speaker of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly has formed the crucial Business Advisory Committee (BAC) to determine the time allocation for business in the House. This committee includes experienced lawmakers from all political parties, including the opposition groups. According to a notification, a copy of which...
CM Omar delighted at successful conduct of 5th KIWG at Gulmarg
Gulmarg, Mar 12 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Wednesday said that he was delighted to see the 5th Edition of Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) in Gulmarg held successfully. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, who was the chief guest on the occasion, also addressed the concluding function of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025 held in Gulmarg. “Finally, the 5th...
No plan to waive off power bill for terminally ill patients, fishermen community: Govt
Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Mar 12 (KNO): The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday ruled out any plans to waive electricity bills for households with terminally ill patients or those belonging to the fishermen community. In response to a query by MLA Hilal Akbar Lone, the government, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) informed the house that in its...
Public issues raised by concerned MLAs dominate Zero Hour Budget Session 2025
JAMMU, MARCH 12: The Zero Hour in the Legislative Assembly today witnessed multiple public issues being raised by various Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), drawing attention to urgent concerns affecting the people in different constituencies. MLA Gulabgarh, Er Khursheed Ahmad, brought up the need for better medical facilities for those injured in the recent tragic road accident in Reasi...
Khelo India Games help in developing Gulmarg ski-slopes, make it world-class destination: CM Omar
Raja Syed Rather Srinagar, Mar 12 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg promote the tourist destination and also helps government to develop the ski slopes and other related things to make it a world-class skiing destination. Speaking with reporters in Gulmarg, the Chief Minister, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO),...
No funds provisioned under SADP for 2023-24, 2024-25: Govt
Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Mar 12 : The government on Wednesday said that no funds were provisioned under Special Area Development Programme (SADP) in addressing the infrastructure deficit in Srinagar district in 2023-24 and 2024-25. Replying to the question of Congress MLA, Tariq Hameed Karra, the concerned minister said that funds to the tune of Rs 3500.00 lacs were provided annually...
HC Seeks NIA Stand On J&K MP Engineer Rashid’s Plea To Attend Parliament
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked the NIA to state its stand on jailed Jammu and Kashmir MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashid’s plea seeking permission to attend the ongoing session of Parliament. Rashid is facing charges under the anti-terror law UAPA. A bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Rajneesh Kumar Gupta...
Govt intends to develop tourism infra at Peer-Ki-Gali, Dubjan
Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Mar 12 : Jammu and Kashmir government intends to develop tourism infrastructure at Peer-Ki-Gali and Dubjan in South Kashmir’s Shopian district. Replying to the question of MLA Shabir Ahmad Kullay, the Minister concerned as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that the department has constructed 04 Single-Bedroom Huts at Bohrihalan Shopian under the Swadesh Darshan...
No proposal under consideration to revisit housing policy for Kashmiri Migrants: Govt
Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Mar 12 : The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday ruled out reconsidering its decision regarding the construction of accommodations for employees appointed under the Prime Minister’s Package for Kashmiri Migrants. In response to a question by MLA Mir Mohammad Fayaz, the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction (DMRRR), as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer...
1.35 lakh houses built under PMAY-G in 2 years in J&K: Govt
Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Mar 12 : The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday said that 135,925 houses have been constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Grameen Awaas Yojana (PMAY-G) in the last two years. In response to a question by MLA Arjun Gupta, the minister incharge for the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said...
US Vice President Vance Likely To Travel To India Later This Month: Report
NEW YORK, Mar 12: US Vice President J D Vance is likely to travel to India later this month, according to a media report. “Vance will travel to India later this month alongside Second Lady Usha Vance,” a report in Politico said, citing three sources familiar with the plans. “It marks Vance’s second foreign trip as vice president after making...
LG attends ‘Holi Milan Samaroh’ at Sendhwa, Jehanabad
Jammu, Mar 11 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the ‘Holi Milan Samaroh’ at Sendhwa, Jehanabad in Bihar Tuesday. Holi in Jehanabad is celebrated with gaiety and enthusiasm. The Lieutenant Governor extended his greetings and best wishes for a brighter future of all. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on the rich spiritual, educational and cultural heritage of Magadha....
50MVA GIS Grid sub-station proposed for Pahalgam: CM Omar
Jammu, Mar 11 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday informed the Legislative Assembly that a 50MVA, 220/33kV GIS Grid Sub-Station at Batkote (Pahalgam) has been proposed under the perspective transmission plan for Jammu and Kashmir for the period 2022-27. While responding to a starred question by MLA Altaf Ahmad Wani, the Chief Minister, who also holds the portfolio of Power...
Lieutenant Governor attends ‘Holi Milan Samaroh’ at Sendhwa, Jehanabad
Extends his hearty greetings and best wishes for a brighter future of all We need to work together to revive the glory of ancient Magadha: LG Sinha Magadha is the life element of our ancient culture: LG LG Says, Magadha has a prominent place in the history of modern India due to its ancient tradition and cultural values and the...
Chief Justice Inaugurates Legal Aid Clinic at Govt. Medical College Srinagar
SRINAGAR, MARCH 11: In a significant step towards integrating legal aid services within the healthcare system and ensuring access to justice for all, a Legal Aid Clinic & Support Centre was inaugurated today at Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar by Justice Tashi Rabstan, Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh & Patron-in-Chief, J&K Legal Services Authority, in presence of...
India Has Made Rapid Strides In Healthcare In Past 10 Years: LG Sinha
Jammu, Mar 11: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the Shri Birendra Rai Hospital at Areraj, Motihari, Bihar. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated and extended his felicitations to the family members of Late Shri Birendra Rai and everyone associated with the hospital which will offer services in specialities, using latest cutting-edge healthcare technology. “Shri Birendra Rai Ji’s family has steered this...
194 projects worth Rs 1022.63 crore approved under RIDF in J&K: Govt
Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Mar 11 : The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said that 194 road and bridge projects at an estimated cost of Rs 1022.63 crore have been sanctioned for the Union Territory. In response to a query by MLA Dr Sajad Shafi, minister incharge, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that among 194 projects, it...
No proposal for new police district for Uri: Centre
Sajid Raina New Delhi, Mar 11: The Ministry of Home Affairs Tuesday informed the Parliament that there is no plan to create a new police district for Uri in Jammu and Kashmir. In response to a question by jailed MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), informed the...
Govt refutes adverse impact of Wular deterioration on Fishermen
Says production crosses 4500 MT in 2023-24; 5200 Fishermen rely on Wular for livelihood Waris Fayaz Srinagar, Mar 11 : The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday refuted the claims that the deterioration of Wular Lake has adversely impacted the fishermen community, stating that the lake continues to contribute nearly 60% of Kashmir’s total fish production. The Minister In-Charge, Forest,...