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JAMMU: Chief Engineer (Distribution) JPDCL Jammu has informed that the power supply to Suhagpur, Arnia, Allah, Chak Shera, Treva, Jabowal, Jabal Kotli, BSF (BOP), Muley Chak, Kotli Bishnah, Chack Hasla, Rehal, Pandorian, Mehmoodpur, Sarore, Bishnah Hospital, Kheri, Nandpur, Swankha, Adlehar, Baba Chamliyal, Jearda, Ramgarh, Kamore, Rangoor, Abtal, Nanga, Dadyal, S. M. Pura, Mahaal, Kunjwani, Bandurakh, Seora, Shahpur and its adjoining areas will remain affected on July 19 from 7 am to 2 pm. Similarly, the power supply to Sunderbani, Kangri, Phall, Marchola, Makol, Balshama, Thandapani and adjoining areas will remain affected on July 19 from 7 am to 11 am.…
JAMMU: Under the visionary leadership of Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Reasi (also Pr. District and Sessions Judge Reasi) Khalil Choudhary and the guidance of Secretary, DLSA Reasi Pooja Gupta, an awareness programme was organized today at Legal Aid Clinic Kunderdhan by the Para Legal Volunteer (PLVs) of TLSC Mahore. The programme focused on the themes “Save Environment” and “Social Welfare Schemes.” During the awareness session, the participants were sensitized about the importance of environmental conservation, including tree plantation, protection of natural resources, proper waste management, maintaining cleanliness and adopting eco-friendly practices to ensure a healthy and sustainable environment for…
RAJOURI: Additional District Development Commissioner Rajouri Malikzada Sheraz Ul Haq, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 and Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen (SBM-G). A detailed review of the physical and financial progress of JJM works, Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage, status of civil works, water availability, scheme-wise implementation and issues affecting project execution was undertaken. The officers also presented the latest progress achieved under Jal Jeevan Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen. During the meeting, the Superintending Engineer Jal Shakti Department informed that a total of 298 Jal Jeevan Mission schemes are under execution in Rajouri,…
RAJOURI: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Rajouri under the aegis of NALSA and J&K Legal Services Authority today held its 3rd Under Trial Review Committee (UTRC) meeting. The meeting was convened in order to expedite the identification and review of prisoners who are eligible to be considered for release, as well as to accelerate the regular functioning of UTRC and review all eligible under-trial prisoners (UTPs)/Prisoners. The meeting was chaired by Rajinder Sapru, Chairman District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Rajouri and Shama Sharma, Secretary District Legal Services Authority Rajouri, with the members of the Under Trial Review Committee (UTRC).…
JAMMU: To commemorate the birth centenary of the eminent Kashmiri, Hindi and Urdu writer Pt. Kailash Nath Kaul popularly known as Maikash Kashmiri, the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), in collaboration with the Maikash Kashmiri Literary Society today organized a captivating musical evening at K.L. Saigal Hall, Jammu. The event brought together literary enthusiasts, artists, scholars and admirers of the legendary writer to celebrate his rich literary and cultural legacy through music and discourse. Member of Legislative Assembly Jammu West Arvind Gupta was the chief guest on the occasion. In his address, he paid glowing…
UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa, today conducted a public grievance redressal camp at Mansar, during his visit to Block Majalta. CEO, SMDA, Vivek Puri, PO Poshan, Subash Dogra, ACP, Dr Ashwani Hansa and other officers also participated in the camp. The public outreach programme witnessed active participation from former PRI members and locals of adjoining panchayats, who projected a number of public issues and demands which includes augmentation of drinking water supply, upgradation of the Primary Health Centre along with installation of an ultrasound machine, construction of boundary walls at Primary School Battal and Higher Secondary School Mansar, and…
SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 KV Sharifabad Narbal line will be observed due to which power supply to Narbal, Kawoosa, Lawaypora, Suzaith, Sanoor, Malpora, Redbugh, Railway Station Mazhama and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 10:30 AM and 05 PM to 5:30 PM on 18 July 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV KP Bagh line will be observed due to which power supply to KP Bagh, Soiteng, PHE, Mehjoor Nagar, Jawahar Nagar, Kursoo Rajbagh, Zero Bridge, Gogjibagh, Lalmandi and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM…
KUPWARA: A comprehensive health camp was organised today at vibrant village Amroyee in Karnah Sub-Division to provide accessible healthcare services to the residents of the remote border area. During the camp, free medical consultations were provided to the residents, while X-ray services were also made available through a Handheld X-Ray (HH X-Ray) machine, enabling on-the-spot diagnostic support. The camp also facilitated the generation of Ayushman Vay Vandana Cards and Golden Cards for eligible beneficiaries, thereby helping residents avail the benefits of government-sponsored healthcare schemes. In addition, a team from the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) was deputed to the camp…
SRINAGAR: Continuing its efforts to safeguard public health and enhance consumer confidence, the Food Safety Department, Jammu & Kashmir, has intensified its enforcement and surveillance activities across the Union Territory. The organization is undertaking sustained inspections and enforcement sampling to ensure that food available in the market is safe, wholesome, and compliant with the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. As part of the enforcement drive, 95 inspections were conducted across all districts of the Union Territory. During the inspections, 48 food samples were lifted for analysis to verify their quality, safety, and compliance with prescribed food…
SRINAGAR: A delegation from the Loktak Development Authority (LDA) Imphal, Manipur led by its Project Director, Heisnam Balkrishna visited the Lake Conservation and Management Authority (LCMA), Srinagar to study the functioning of the Authority and its initiatives for the conservation and management of Dal Lake and exchange the experiences in management of waterbodies. The delegation called on the Vice Chairman, J&K LCMA, Khurshid Ahmad Shah, and held discussions on lake conservation, aquatic weed management, ecological restoration, environmental monitoring, and other technical aspects of lake management. During the interaction, the Vice Chairman briefed the delegation on the organizational structure, mandate and…