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SHALIMAR: The 46th Academic Council meeting of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) was held today at the Vice-Chancellor’s Conference Hall, Main Campus, Shalimar, with deliberations focused on academic transformation, research and innovation for University’s transition from ‘National to Global’ by 2030. The meeting was chaired by Prof Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice-Chancellor, SKUAST-K and Chairperson of the Academic Council, and attended by members of the Academic Council, representatives from sister universities and institutions, and officers and heads of various Divisions of the University. Shri Ram Niwas, Commissioner/Secretary to the Government, Higher Education Department, Government of Jammu…
SHOPIAN: Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Shopian today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) in the district. ADDC held detailed discussions with the concerned departments regarding the effective implementation of NAPS and stressed the need for close coordination among all stakeholders to maximise apprenticeship opportunities for local youth. ADDC directed the concerned officers to take necessary measures for wider participation and ensure that eligible youth and establishments are suitably facilitated under the scheme. He also called for regular coordination and timely action to achieve the intended objectives of the apprenticeship programme. The…
JAMMU: National Health Mission (NHM) employees across Jammu Division on Thursday observed the second day of their 72-hour strike-cum-protest under the banner of the UT Level Coordination Committee of NHM Employees J&K, with employees from various programmes and categories participating in the agitation at district and block headquarters. The protests were held under the leadership of Provincial President, JKNHMEA Jammu Division, Dr Vikas Sharma. Doctors, paramedical and management staff, besides employees associated with the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) and other NHM schemes, participated in the protest demonstrations and reiterated their long-pending demands. The employees sought a comprehensive job policy,…
SRINAGAR: Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Faz Lul Haseeb, along with Joint Commissioner SMC, Suhail Ul Islam, today launched the Online Waste Bin Booking Service, a digital facility aimed at making the process of requesting waste bins simpler, faster and more accessible for citizens. The service enables residents to submit their requests online without physically visiting SMC offices. The initiative is part of SMC’s efforts to expand digital services and make civic service delivery more transparent, efficient and citizen-friendly. The system will also help the Corporation maintain a structured digital record of requests, monitor their status and facilitate better deployment…
KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting of the District Telecom Committee to review the progress of telecom infrastructure and connectivity initiatives in the district. At the outset, comprehensive discussions were held on land allotment, CAT V/VI/VII cases, electricity connections to mobile towers, telecom services in border villages, 5G street furniture, Amended BharatNet (ABN), CBUD implementation and Samridh Gram Panchayat initiatives. The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned departments to adopt a proactive, coordinated and time-bound approach towards resolving pending issues and removing procedural bottlenecks. “Seamless inter-departmental coordination is essential for timely execution of telecom infrastructure projects and…
RAMBAN: MLA Ramban Arjun Singh Raju today presided over the culmination ceremony of the Inter-Division UT-Level Chess Competition 2026–27 held at Yatri Niwas, Chanderkote. Organised by the Department of Youth Services & Sports, J&K, in collaboration with the District Administration Ramban, the championship witnessed enthusiastic participation of around 59 young chess players representing the Kashmir and Jammu Divisions in Under-14, Under-17 and Under-19 Boys and Girls categories. The participants showcased impressive talent, strategic thinking, discipline and sporting spirit throughout the competition. Addressing the gathering, the MLA called upon coaches and technical officials to identify promising talent and nurture their skills…
POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the progress and implementation of projects under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and Jammu & Kashmir Competitive Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Projects (JKCIP) in the district. The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the status of various ongoing initiatives and projects being implemented under HADP and JKCIP across the agriculture and allied sectors. He sought detailed feedback from the concerned departments regarding achievements, progress and issues affecting timely implementation. The DC stressed upon the officers to ensure effective and timely implementation of all approved projects, with close…
RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma today chaired a meeting of the District Road Safety Committee to review the road safety scenario and measures being undertaken across the district. At the outset, the District Roll Out Manager iRAD/eDAR, Pankaj Sabharwal informed the meeting that 1,362 road accidents have been reported in the district since July 31, 2022, including 246 accidents during the current year so far. The DC sought a detailed analysis of accidents occurring at identified black spots and directed the concerned officers to immediately undertake corrective measures. He stressed proper road signage, markings and other safety interventions at vulnerable…
REASI: District Development Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired the quarterly meeting of the District Level Review Committee (DLRC)/District Consultative Committee (DCC) to review banking performance, credit flow, implementation of financial schemes and progress of financial inclusion initiatives in the district. The meeting reviewed the performance of banks under the Annual Credit Plan, with particular focus on priority sector lending, agriculture and MSME financing, besides the implementation of various government-sponsored schemes. The DDC stressed the need for close coordination between banks and concerned departments to ensure timely disposal of sponsored cases and facilitate eligible beneficiaries in accessing financial assistance under…
JAMMU: A three-day awareness and sensitisation programme aimed at promoting the humane and scientific management of community dogs and enhancing awareness about animal welfare and public safety began in Jammu on Thursday. The initiative has been launched by the Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UDD), Government of Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with the School Education Department under the supervision of the Director, School Education, along with PETA India and SAVE NGO. The programme, being held from September 10 to 12, is being organised in pursuance of the directions of the Supreme Court of India and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.…