Author: Agencies
RAJOURI: As part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations, Government Degree College (GDC) Rajouri organised an intra-college seminar today, providing a platform for students of all semesters to express their views on India’s independence and national development. The event began with a welcome address by Dr. Zakir Kalis, Convener, Cultural and Literary Committee. Prof. Khaleeq Ahmed moderated the seminar and maintained an engaging atmosphere throughout. Principal Prof. Zamir Ahmed Mirza addressed the gathering, recalling the sacrifices of freedom fighters and the importance of preserving democratic ideals. Students presented their views enthusiastically. The jury, comprising Prof. Ayaz Chowdhary, Dr. Ahsan Rizvi…
JAMMU: A total of 132 students from three fresh batches of Government SPMR College of Commerce, Jammu, successfully completed their summer internship at the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), Bari Brahmana campus. The internship aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which mandates a 60-hour internship for undergraduate students. The programme aimed to foster entrepreneurial thinking, research skills and teamwork among participants. During the 10-day internship, students were introduced to JKEDI’s core functions and programme areas. They gained insights into entrepreneurship development, startup ecosystems and self-employment opportunities in J&K. The schedule included interactive lectures, assignments, field visits…
UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, chaired a meeting of the District-Level Committee under the Narco Coordination Centre to assess implementation of drug control measures and their on-ground impact. The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh, Superintendent of Police Sandeep Bhat, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan and officers from various line departments. Detailed deliberations were held on the progress in identifying individuals involved in the illicit drug trade and the status of investigations under the NDPS Act. The DC directed for immediate freezing and attachment of assets of drug traffickers, effective measures to curb illicit cultivation…
KATHUA: As part of the Independence Day Celebrations 2025 and Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme, the NSS Unit of Government Degree College (GDC) Ramkote organised an intra-college essay writing competition under the guidance of Principal Dr. Rakesh Kumar Koul. The theme was ‘Role of Education in Promoting Peace and National Unity’. Participants expressed that education is a powerful tool to transform mindsets and bring peace, harmony and unity among citizens, contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Students from BA Semesters 1ᵗʰ, 3ʳᵈ and 5ᵗʰ took part in the event with enthusiasm. The competition was judged by Prof. Pankaj Nandan, IQAC…
DODA: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda, Harvinder Singh, today chaired a meeting at the Mini Meeting Hall, DC Office Complex Doda to review preparations for the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign in the district. The meeting was attended by ADDC Doda Roshan Lal, ADC Doda Anil Kumar Thakur, CPO Doda Manesh Kumar, ACP Doda Musharif Ali Haf, Deputy Director Employment Rafiq Ahmed Jaral, CEO Doda Mohammad Hanief, DIO Doda Tariq Qazi, Project Officer DUDA, EO MC Doda, Cultural Officer, District Programme Manager NRLM and other concerned officers. Several officers also joined the meeting virtually. It was informed that Tiranga Rallies will…
BHADERWAH: The Social Welfare Department, in collaboration with the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), organised an awareness programme at the TSWO Office, Bhaderwah. The event focused on the harmful effects of drug abuse and the various government schemes available for persons with disabilities. The programme was held under the supervision of Tehsil Social Welfare Officer Shahnawaz Ahmad and Advocate Fareed. Resource persons from the DLSA and the Tehsil Social Welfare Office addressed participants, highlighting the serious health, social and legal consequences of drug abuse. They stressed the need for prevention, early intervention and community support to address the growing threat…
JAMMU: In a major crackdown on the illegal trafficking of pharmaceutical drugs, the Drugs Control Organisation, Jammu and Kashmir, has intercepted and confiscated a consignment of 4,400 Tapentadol tablets that were being illicitly transported through a private courier service in Jammu. Acting on specific intelligence and routine surveillance of courier networks, Drugs Control Officers, under the supervision of Assistant Drugs Controller (HQ) J&K Pankaj Malhotra, conducted a targetted inspection at a local courier facility. During the inspection, a suspicious parcel was identified and opened in the presence of authorised personnel. The team recovered 4,400 tablets of Tapentadol 100 mg (TD…
NEW DELHI: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said 1,240 national highways projects in 29,406 km, costing Rs 7.80 lakh crore, are currently under construction in the country, of which 15,674 km have been completed. These projects are under various stages of construction and are scheduled for completion in a phased manner by the financial year 2028-29, Gadkari said in a written reply to Rajya Sabha. The ministry of road transport and highways is primarily responsible for the development and maintenance of National Highways (NHs) and Expressways. Responding to a separate question, the minister said that during the current Financial…
POONCH: General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Army’s White Knight Corps, Lt Gen P K Mishra, on Wednesday conducted a review of security situation in border district of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch, reinforcing focus on operational dominance and integrated threat response to thwart “nefarious designs” of the enemy. Lt Gen Mishra was accompanied by GOC, Ace of Spades Division, also known as 25 Infantry Division, Maj Gen Kaushik Mukherjee, during the visit to the areas along the Line of Control (LoC) under the Poonch brigade, officials said. “He (Lt Gen Mishra) was briefed on the current security situation, threat assessment and…
KULGAM: The anti-terrorist operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district entered the sixth day on Wednesday as security forces continued to battle the ultras hiding in the deep forest area. A senior police official said the security forces were using all means, including drones and helicopters, to track down the terrorists in the difficult terrain in the forest area. “The operation has entered its sixth day and is going on,” the official said, adding intermittent exchange of firing is going on. Two terrorists have been killed while at least two security forces personnel were injured in the gunfight which began…