Author: Agencies
SAMBA: To promote the welfare, inclusion and well-being of the elderly population, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Samba Ayushi Sudan today flagged off a special excursion of senior citizens for a recreational trip to Jambu Zoo in Jammu. This trip was organized under the auspices of the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), a comprehensive initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, aimed at ensuring a dignified life for senior citizens. The trip was meticulously coordinated by the Office of the District Social Welfare Office under the direct guidance of the Deputy Commissioner. Approximately 100 visitors, comprising…
RAJOURI: In a significant step towards promoting women-led entrepreneurship and livelihood generation, the Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma today inaugurated a Cafe named by “Umeed ka zaika” run by a Women Self Help Group (SHG) here near the DC Office premises. The Cafe will provide hygienic and affordable refreshments to officers, officials and visitors, while offering the SHG members a sustainable source of livelihood and income. The initiative reflects the district administration’s continued efforts to empower women associated with SHGs by facilitating income-generating activities and creating avenues for self-employment. Such ventures provide SHG members with practical opportunities to utilise their…
SRINAGAR: A three-day awareness and sensitisation programme on stray animals, rabies prevention and Animal Birth Control (ABC) concluded in Srinagar on Wednesday, with students and teachers from 14 schools participating in interactive sessions. The programme was organised by the Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UDD), Government of Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with the School Education Department, PETA India and SAVE, in pursuance of directions of the Supreme Court of India and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for controlling the stray dog population through humane, scientific and sustainable measures. Held from September 7 to 9, the programme focused on rabies prevention…
LUCKNOW: The CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Lucknow, on Wednesday commenced a three-day skill development and nature conservation programme on “Dehydration of Flowers for Crafts Making and Bonsai Techniques” under the CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative Programme (Phase-III). The programme brings together 26 teachers from 21 branches of City Montessori School (CMS),Lucknow, with the objective of providing them practical knowledge and specialised skills that can subsequently be shared with students. The initiative also seeks to strengthen awareness and appreciation of plants, nature and environmental conservation among young learners. Inaugurating the programme, CSIR-NBRI Director Dr. Zabeer Ahmed said teachers play a crucial…
JAMMU: Delhi Public School (DPS) Jammu launched its new ‘OUT OF THE BOX – Gen Next Icons’ series with an engaging Youth Icons Motivation Session featuring Arjunveer Singh, a Class XI student of Air Force School Jammu, who captivated students with his multifaceted journey spanning science, innovation, research and Sanskrit. The initiative has been launched under the leadership and guidance of Founder and Pro Vice Chairperson Kunwarani Dr Ritu Singh, with the vision of connecting students with inspiring young role models whose journeys demonstrate that age is no barrier to dreaming, creating and making a meaningful difference. During the inaugural…
SOLAN: Governor Kavinder Gupta attended the Fourth Convocation of ICFAI University at Baddi in Solan district and presented Gold Medals to meritorious students on the occasion. Congratulating the 402 graduating students, medal winners, their parents, teachers and the university fraternity, the Governor said a convocation should not be viewed as the culmination of an academic journey but as the beginning of a new phase of life. He urged the graduates to make integrity, discipline and continuous learning the foundation of their lives, stressing that identity should be built through knowledge, character, conduct and contribution to society. Referring to the vision…
JAMMU: The Institution of Engineers (India) (IEI), Jammu Local Centre, celebrated Royal Charter Day at its Institutional Complex in Sector-3, Channi Himmat, Jammu, bringing together engineers from various government departments, organisations and senior members of the engineering fraternity. Er B R Verma, former Secretary, J&K State Board of Technical Education and Chief Coordinator, Yogananda College of Engineering & Technology, Jammu, was the Chief Guest, while Er Anil Verma, Chairman, IEI Jammu Local Centre, presided over the function. In his welcome address, Anil Verma highlighted the significance of Royal Charter Day, describing it as an occasion to commemorate an important milestone…
JAMMU: The Anti-Narcotic Task Force (ANTF), Crime Branch Jammu, on Wednesday conducted an extensive checking operation at major courier centres across Jammu district as part of its ongoing efforts to prevent the transportation and illegal trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances through courier and parcel services. The operation was carried out with the assistance of a trained sniffer dog, which was deployed for a thorough inspection of parcels and consignments. Various courier centres were systematically checked, with consignments subjected to detailed scrutiny to detect any possible transportation of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances through courier channels. The ANTF said…
MUMBAI: Jio Payment Solutions Limited (JPSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services Limited, has launched cross-border payment solutions aimed at helping Indian enterprises, exporters and digital businesses accept international payments more seamlessly. The launch follows authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for JPSL to operate as a Payment Aggregator for Cross-Border (PA-CB) transactions covering both exports and imports. The new platform enables Indian exporters to receive payments from customers worldwide through multi-currency virtual accounts, international cards and local payment rails. According to JPSL, the solutions are designed to simplify global collections while reducing the complexities associated…
JAMMU: The Jammu & Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has trapped and arrested Khadam Hussain, a clerk posted at the Treasury Office, Kalakote, Rajouri, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹20,000 from a complainant. According to the ACB, a written complaint was received from a retired fourth-class employee of the Health Department, who sought to withdraw his gratuity amount of ₹50,000 from the Treasury Office, Kalakote. The complainant alleged that when he approached the Treasury Office regarding the withdrawal, he met Khadam Hussain, who allegedly demanded ₹25,000 as illegal gratification for processing his case. The complainant reportedly requested the…