Author: Agencies
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan today asserted to ensure adequate portable water supply to the people across the District. He said this while chairing a comprehensive review meeting to assess the distribution and rationalisation of potable water supply in Budgam. At the outset, the Deputy Commissioner gave strict instructions for prompt redressal of portable water related issues, reported anyone in the district. He directed concerned to ensure adequate water supply in both rural and urban areas of the District. Reviewing the existing water supply network, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for equitable and adequate distribution of…
ANANTNAG: In view of the adverse weather forecast issued by the Meteorological Department for next few days, Deputy Commissioner (Chairman District Disaster Management Authority) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat today chaired a high-level emergency review meeting at Dak Bangalow, Khanabal. The meeting was convened to assess departmental readiness, finalize precautionary measures, and establish a robust multi-sectoral response plan to mitigate risks arising from erratic weather patterns that may affect the district during the coming days. CEO PDA, SDMs, SP, SEs of Jal Shakti, PDD and PWD; CPO, CMO, CEO, Tehsildar Anantnag, Exens of PWD, Flood Control and PHE; DD F&ES,…
SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today chaired a comprehensive meeting at the Mini-Secretariat to review and finalize arrangements for the smooth and successful celebration of Independence Day-2026 across the district. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone; ADC, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz; GM, DIC, SDM, Zainapora, senior district officers, heads of departments, security agencies and other stakeholders who discussed the preparations in detail. Reviewing the arrangements, the DC directed all departments to ensure meticulous planning and seamless coordination for the national event. He stressed that all necessary arrangements, including venue preparation, security,…
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan today called for comprehensive preservation of manuscript heritage in Budgam district. The Deputy Commissioner said this while chairing a meeting to assess the implementation of Mission Gyan Bharatam, aimed at preserving, documenting, and digitising available manuscript and other heritage sites. At the outset, the DC stressed the need for coordinated and time bound efforts to identify, document, and preserve historical manuscripts and records. He directed all government departments, Tehsildars, and BDOs to conduct surveys in their jurisdictions, including religious sites, heritage buildings, government offices, and private collections, to identify valuable manuscripts for…
MANASBAL: The Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority (WMDA) organized a day long Manasbal Water Sports Festival today at the scenic Manasbal Lake. The event was organised in collaboration with a local tourism sports group-Swim N Survival Society Kashmir (SSSK). The festival witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 200 school going children, athletes and water sports enthusiasts, making it one of the largest water sports events held at the lake in recent times. The event featured a variety of exciting competitions, including Open Water Swimming, Kayaking, Paddle Boat Race, Shikara Race for Local Boatmen and other events. The festival was aimed to promote water…
ANDHRA PRADESH: After the success of the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed launch vehicle, YSR Congress party president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday hailed the efforts of scientists and others involved in the mission. In a post on X, the former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, while congratulating Skyroot Aerospace, said that their success has inspired a new era of innovation and technological excellence for our nation. “Congratulations to Skyroot Aerospace on the successful launch of Vikram1, a landmark achievement as India’s first privately developed orbital launch vehicle. This milestone reflects the extraordinary capabilities of our…
SRIHARIKOTA: ISRO is targeting seven launches during the current financial year, with the next mission scheduled to lift off within the next two months, ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced Saturday. Speaking at a press conference following the historic maiden orbital launch of Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 rocket, Narayanan stated that two satellites are already fully built, while five to six others are in the final phase of integration. “This financial year, we have targeted at least seven launches. We will start the launch within two months,” Narayanan said. The space agency’s upcoming operational schedule includes the first uncrewed mission under the…
NEW DELHI: Activist Sonam Wangchuk, admitted to Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike on Saturday, is under close medical observation as doctors counsel his family to allow treatment to begin without further delay, sources said. Shortly after his hospitalisation, Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, asked the hospital not to administer any treatment without her consent and sought his discharge, alleging a lack of transparency in his medical care. “Sonam Wangchuk remains under close medical observation at Safdarjung Hospital after a prolonged fast. Doctors have found dehydration, low potassium and rising ketone levels, which can increase during fasting but, when…
JAMMU: In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the District Administration and Jammu Police on Saturday carried out coordinated demolition drives in Jammu and Bishnah tehsils, razing illegal properties allegedly built using proceeds from the narcotics trade. During the joint operation, authorities demolished multiple structures with a combined estimated value of nearly ₹3 crore, while also recovering heroin and illegal weapons from the accused. In Ismailpur Kothey of Bishnah tehsil, officials demolished a double-storey structure valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore belonging to an alleged drug peddler. In a parallel operation in the Nikki Tawi area of Jammu Khas tehsil, joint…
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the third edition of Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar today. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated the National Book Trust and the organizers for their commendable work. “This festival is more than just an event. It is a movement to build a vibrant community of readers, writers, and thinkers. Our goal is to transform Jammu Kashmir into a national hub for knowledge, culture, and creativity. I hope this book festival will inspire the youth to read every day, protect endangered languages, and use literature as a way to value and respect diversity,” the Lieutenant Governor…