Author: Agencies
BARAMULLA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, today attended the final match of the second edition of Behrampora Football Cup 2026 as the chief guest at Behrampora Sports Field The final witnessed an exciting contest between the Kupwara Football team and Behrampora Football team, with Kupwara emerging victorious after a keenly fought encounter to lift the championship trophy. Congratulating the winning team, the Minister extended his best wishes to the runner-up Behrampora team, appreciating both sides for their competitive spirit, discipline and sportsmanship. He lauded all the participating teams and…
KUPWARA: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, today inaugurated the Block Development Council (BDC) Building at Kralgund, Kupwara, marking another step towards strengthening the Panchayati Raj institutions. MLA Langate, Sheikh Khursheed Ahmad, accompanied the Minister during the visit. Addressing a large gathering on the occasion, the Minister said that the newly established BDC building is not merely an administrative infrastructure but an important institutional mechanism for empowering the grassroots democratic institutions and ensuring responsive, accessible and people-oriented governance. Constructed at a cost of Rs 97 lakh, the building will provide…
JAMMU: Superintending Engineer, O&M Circle JPDCL Kishtwar has informed that the power supply to Snagrambhatta, Wasser and adjoining areas will remain affected on September 02 and 03 from 6 am to 11 am. Similarly, the power supply to Munshigowari and adjoining areas will remain affected on September 05 from 5 am to 11 am. Likewise, the power supply to Bhabore, Bhadrone, Arshlla Bhabore, Jodhpur and its adjoining areas will remain affected on September 03 and 05 from 9 am to 1 pm.
JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), under the overall supervision of Mohammad Younis Malik, Director, JKEDI, organized a Capacity Building Programme on MSME Health Clinic at the Regional Office (RO), Bari Brahmana, Jammu for District Nodal officers from Jammu Division, SBDU representatives, and DIC members. The programme was aimed at strengthening the capacity of field-level officials and experts to effectively assess the health and performance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and provide appropriate guidance and support for their sustainability and growth. A total of 26 delegates from the participating departments and institutions attended the programme.…
JAMMU: Senior Under Officer (SUO) Sugandhi Khajuria, a dedicated cadet of 9 JK girls battalion of Padma Shri Padma Sachdev (PSPS) Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar has brought distinction to her institution, her unit and the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir by representing India in Kazakhstan under the prestigious NCC Youth Exchange Programme (YEP) 2026. A cadet of 9 JK Girls Battalion NCC, Srinagar, SUO Sugandhi Khajuria earned this opportunity after successfully completing a rigorous, multi-stage selection process at directorate level and then at national level. The selection process assessed cadets on leadership, discipline, physical fitness, communication skills, cultural…
UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today convened a meeting to review the progress of ongoing construction works and allied facilities at the new Government Medical College Campus. Chairing a meeting with officers of the departments associated with the project, the DC conducted a detailed review of each component of the medical college campus including academic infrastructure, student hostels, faculty residences and other residential facilities. The status of essential services required for the full operationalisation of the campus, including drinking water supply, electricity, sanitation, internal roads, drainage, lighting, mess facilities, transport arrangements and security of the premises, was also reviewed.…
JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar today convened a meeting to review the progress of ongoing projects being executed by NHAI, NHIDCL, Beacon/Sampark and PMGSY across the Division. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Rakesh Minhas; Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma; Deputy Commissioners of Jammu Division; Joint Director, Geology & Mining, Jammu; senior officers of NHAI, Sampark, PMGSY Jammu, PWD Jammu and NHIDCL; besides other concerned officers, who participated in person and through virtual mode. The Deputy Commissioners and senior officers of the concerned departments and executing agencies briefed the chair about the current status and progress…
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today reviewed arrangements for the smooth, transparent and hassle-free conduct of the Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET) for various posts of the Forest Department. The meeting discussed detailed arrangements for the conduct of the tests, scheduled to be held on September 08, 2026 at Wathoora New Bypass Road, including security, traffic management, medical facilities, venue arrangements and other logistical requirements. The Deputy Commissioner directed all concerned departments and agencies to ensure close coordination and make adequate arrangements well in advance for the smooth conduct of the tests. He instructed for coordination…
ANANTNAG: In order to review issues related to mining and the implementation of S.O. 61 of 2026, aimed at strengthening the enforcement mechanism against illegal mining activities in the district, besides ensuring the availability of construction material for government works, a meeting of the Multidepartmental District-Level Task Force was held under chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Anantnag,Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, today. Addressing the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner stressed upon the officers of the Irrigation, Flood Control, Geology & Mining, Revenue and other concerned departments to adopt a strict and coordinated approach to curb illegal mining activities in the district. He emphasized…
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today reviewed the progress of the National Highway and other vital road projects in the district at a meeting with concerned executing agencies. The Deputy Commissioner directed agencies to expedite ongoing works while ensuring quality standards and completion within stipulated timelines. He stressed that improved road infrastructure is vital for better connectivity, seamless mobility, tourism promotion and economic growth in the district. He called for close coordination among departments, prompt resolution of bottlenecks and regular monitoring of project progress to prevent delays and ensure timely completion for the benefit of the general public.…