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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.…
REASI: Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek today chaired a meeting of the District Level Advisory Committee to review the implementation of the Food Safety and Standards Act and assess the food safety enforcement mechanism in the district. Designated Officer Food Safety briefed the meeting on enforcement activities, food sampling, licensing and registration of food business operators, besides awareness and training initiatives undertaken across the district. The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for regular inspections and effective enforcement of prescribed food safety standards to safeguard public health. He called for greater awareness among food business operators regarding safe food handling, personal…
POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the implementation and progress of the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), Smart Metering and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in the district. The meeting was attended by the ADC Tahir Mustafa Malik, Executive Engineer, JPDCL Aftab Ahmed, AEE STD Kamsar, representatives from J&K Bank, officials from the Grid Station and Grid Chandak, Project Manager NTPC, Managing Director, SJ Transformers, meter readers, technicians and vendors associated with the PM Surya Ghar scheme. The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the status of smart metering, RDSS-related works and the implementation of…
POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS–PRAGATI) in the district. The meeting was attended by ADC Tahir Mustafa Malik, PO ICDS, Fareed Kohli, General Manager District Industries Centre, Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Commissioner Development, Chief Education Officer, CEO Municipal Council, officers from JPDCL, AD FCS & CA, Labour Department, Handicrafts/Handloom, Youth Services & Sports, besides other concerned officers. The DC reviewed the progress towards the set target of 595 apprenticeship engagements. He stressed the need for concerted efforts by all stakeholders to achieve the target.…