Author: Agencies
SRINAGAR: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, Sujit Kumar on Thursday visited Kulgam and Shopian districts to assess the security situation, counter-terrorism grid, crime mitigation measures and overall law and order scenario in South Kashmir. IGP Kashmir was accompanied by Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Kashmir Range, Javed Iqbal Mattoo. During the visit, Sujit Kumar chaired security and crime review meetings in both districts, attended by the respective Senior Superintendents of Police and other senior and jurisdictional gazetted officers. The SSPs of Kulgam and Shopian briefed the IGP on the prevailing security situation, status of anti-terror operations, counter-insurgency…
BHADERWAH: The revered three-day Shri Vasuki Naag Kailash Yatra, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Dharmarth Trust, concluded here today with the performance of age-old rituals, marking the successful culmination of the annual pilgrimage while upholding the sanctity and spiritual heritage of the centuries-old tradition. The Charri Mubarak (Holy Mace) returned from the sacred Kailash Kund to the historic Shri Vasuki Nag Temple at Gatha, Bhaderwah, marking the completion of the pilgrimage. The concluding ceremonies were conducted in accordance with established traditional practices, preserving the religious and cultural sanctity associated with the yatra. In a statement, Ashok Sharma, Retd. IPS…
JAMMU: Chief Engineer (Distribution) JPDCL Jammu has informed that the power supply to Sidhra, Bajalta and adjoining areas will remain affected on September 11 and 15 from 7 am to 12 noon. Similarly, the power supply to Industrial area Bari Brahmana will remain affected on September 13 from 7 am to 12 noon. Likewise, the power supply to Wazarat, Peer Mitha, Gujjar Nagar, Khatikan Talab and adjoining areas will remain affected on September 12 from 7 am to 12 noon. Similarly, the power supply to Ghatti, Nanan, Marheen, Paharpur, Channi, Palli, Nagri, Logate, MES Janlote and IID Centre Kathua will…
UDHAMPUR: The Central Integrated Pest Management Centre, Jammu today commenced a two-day Human Resource Development Programme on Integrated Pest Management at Village Bikhan Gala, Panchayat Mand East, Block Tikri, District Udhampur. The programme aims to sensitize farmers about eco-friendly pest management practices, promote the safe and judicious use of pesticides, and encourage sustainable agricultural practices in the region. The inaugural session witnessed enthusiastic participation from Vikash Padha, Chief Agriculture Officer, Udhampur, Sunil Gupta, District Agriculture Officer, Udhampur, Arti Sharma and a large number of local farmers. Dr. M.K. Arya, Deputy Director (PP) delivered a detailed presentation on the importance of…
REASI: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was today signed between Government Medical College Jammu and District Hospital Reasi to establish a collaborative framework for strengthening healthcare delivery, improve referral mechanism, facilitate professional skill development and optimise clinical resources for enhanced patient care. The MoU was signed by Principal and Dean, Government Medical College Jammu, Dr. Ashutosh Gupta and Medical Superintendent, District Hospital Reasi Dr. Karamvir Singh. Under the agreement, the Government Medical College Jammu will facilitate monthly super-speciality outreach services at District Hospital and Reasi in cardiology, neurology, nephrology, urology, endocrinology, oncology, gastroenterology and neurosurgery, subject to availability of resources.…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court Collegium has approved the recommendation for the appointment of judicial officer Yash Paul Bourney as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The recommendation was approved at the Collegium’s meeting held on September 10, 2026. In a brief statement, the Collegium said, “The Supreme Court Collegium in its meeting held on 10th September, 2026 has approved the proposal for appointment of Shri Yash Paul Bourney, Judicial Officer, as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.” The Collegium statement did not disclose Bourney’s present posting or…
JAMMU: Conservator of Forests/Regional Wildlife Warden Jammu Sandeep Kumar today visited Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary to explore the revival of the heritage trekking route from Nandini to Bail Khad, with the objective of promoting responsible eco-tourism, nature-based recreation and community participation in wildlife conservation. During the field visit, he inspected the route and identified suitable locations for resting sites, camping sites, viewpoints and nature trails, keeping in view the scenic, ecological and wildlife values of the Sanctuary. He also interacted with the field staff deployed at Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary and reviewed protection and management activities. He directed the staff to strengthen…
UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today convened a meeting with officers of stakeholder departments to review the status and progress of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Jugal Kishore, Chief Planning Officer, Uttam Singh and other district officers. The DC directed the concerned departments to expedite the registration of business eligible establishments units and candidates on the NAPS portal and achieve the set targets by September 20, 2026, through intensive mobilisation, awareness and registration drives. He stressed close coordination with and other stakeholders for effective implementation of…
KATHUA: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired the District Level Review Committee (DLRC)/District Consultative Committee (DCC) meeting for the quarter ending June 2026 to review performance of banks and credit flow in the district. The meeting was attended by LDO RBI Amandeep Singh, DDM NABARD Nipun Sharma, SBI LDM Kathua Aman Jasrotia, senior bank officials and representatives of concerned departments. At the outset, the DC reviewed the progress under CD Ratio, KCC, PMEGP, NRLM SHGs, PMMY and other credit-linked schemes. Taking note of the present CD Ratio of 52.03%, he directed banks to prepare bank-specific action plans and raise…
KISHTWAR: The District Administration Kishtwar, in collaboration with the Directorate of Census Operations, J&K, today organised a Quiz-cum-Debate Competition on Census 2027 here at Government Boys Higher Secondary School, with participation of students from different schools of the district. More than 14 schools participated in the debate competition and 6 Higher Secondary Schools participated in the quiz competition. The objective was to sensitize students to the importance of the Population Census, use of digital means for data collection and the role of Census data in nation-building, development planning and policy formulation. The Principal Census Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Pankaj Kumar Sharma-…