Author: Gaurav Sharma
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday interacted with a group of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers of the 2011 batch at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar during their week-long official visit to Jammu and Kashmir. The officers are visiting the Union Territory as part of their Mid-Career Training Programme. During the interaction, they shared professional insights and discussed ways to enhance Jammu and Kashmir’s global presence, with particular emphasis on trade, tourism and technology. The deliberations also focused on the region’s developmental initiatives, including youth empowerment, the advancement of sports and facilitating international events. The delegation comprised Sarvjeet Soodan, Vimarsh…
JAMMU: Students of Heritage School delivered an outstanding performance at the District Jammu Roller Skating Championship 2026, winning an impressive tally of 61 medals, comprising 32 gold, 18 silver and 11 bronze. Organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Roller Skating Association, recognised by the Roller-Skating Federation of India, the championship was held at MA Stadium from October 9 to 11, 2026. The students competed across various age groups in Jonex Quads, Quad/Inline Speed and Roller Hockey events, securing medals in individual races and team competitions. Jonex Quads In the Jonex Quads category, Shanin Arya (Class II B) won a silver…
POONCH: Security forces on Friday recovered a suspected hideout in the Kasbalari area of Mendhar in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, officials said. According to officials, a search operation was launched in the general area of Kasbalari following specific intelligence inputs. During the search, the forces recovered a black bag, six brown tape-insulated containers suspected to be improvised explosive devices (IEDs), a combat pouch, a black iron box suspected to be a magazine and a blue tape-insulated container also suspected to be an IED. The recovered items further included a magazine suspected to be of a 7.62 mm light machine…
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday chaired an operational review meeting at Police Headquarters in Srinagar to assess the prevailing security scenario, law and order situation and operational preparedness across the Union Territory. During the meeting, the DGP reviewed ground-level developments and ongoing operational activities, with particular emphasis on maintaining peace, strengthening security arrangements and ensuring effective coordination among different police formations. Senior police officers representing various wings and districts briefed him on the prevailing security environment, developments on the ground and the progress of ongoing anti-militancy operations. The meeting also examined operational…
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM), Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj is set to organise SARAS AAJEEVIKA Kashmir 2026 from October 25 at Polo View Park, Srinagar, bringing together rural entrepreneurs, artisans and culinary traditions from across India. The ten-day exhibition will offer visitors an opportunity to experience the country’s diverse crafts, handloom traditions and regional cuisines under one roof. Building on the success of previous editions, the mela will feature around 70-80 stalls, with participation from several states and Union Territories, alongside line departments from Jammu and Kashmir. The exhibition will provide a platform…
SHOPIAN: District Treasury Shopian is conducting a capacity-building and training programme for Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) and concerned dealing assistants on the implementation of digital financial modules under the Jammu and Kashmir Integrated Financial Management System (JKIFMS). The training programme which commenced on October 19 and will continue up to October 27, 2026 was inaugurated by District Treasury Officer (DTO) Shopian, Omar Javaid at the office premises of District Treasury Shopian. While speaking on the occasion, DTO Shopian highlighted the importance of effective adoption of digital financial systems for streamlining government financial transactions and improving efficiency, transparency and accountability…
KULGAM: Information Department Kulgam, in collaboration with Government Degree College (GDC) D.H. Pora, today organised an awareness programme on forests, biodiversity and wildlife conservation at Degree College, DH Pora. DIO Kulgam, Showkat Hussain Ganie, in his inaugural address, highlighted the vital role of forests in maintaining ecological balance, regulating climate, conserving soil and water resources, and sustaining diverse forms of life. He stressed the importance of protecting the region’s rich biodiversity and wildlife habitats from deforestation, forest fires, pollution and human interference. He also emphasised the need to promote environmental awareness among youth and encouraged students to act as ambassadors…
BUDGAM: Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, organised a interaction programme with Scheduled Tribe (ST) beneficiaries and Forest Rights Act title holders of Sub-Division Khansahib in district Budgam to raise awareness about the Forest Rights Act (FRA), facilitate awareness regarding the process of filing and obtaining forest rights claims, and highlight various welfare initiatives aimed at the socio-economic development of tribal communities. Under Secretary, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, Shambhu Nath Pal, attended the programme as the Chief Guest. Upon his arrival at the venue, he inspected stalls showcasing locally cultivated products and other items produced by…
SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Charandeep Singh, today chaired a meeting regarding Change of Land Use (CLU) cases at the Mini-Secretariat, Shopian. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the cases pertaining to Change of Land Use and emphasised the need for their thorough scrutiny in accordance with the prescribed rules, regulations and established guidelines. He stressed upon the concerned officers to ensure transparency, maintain proper documentation and adhere to the stipulated procedures while examining the cases. The DC directed the officers concerned to expedite the processing of pending cases and ensure their timely disposal as per the applicable norms.…
KULGAM: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kulgam (Chairman District Jal Jeevan Mission), Shahzad Alam today conducted a extensive tour in Kulgam to inspect the progress of various water supply schemes (WSS) being implemented under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The DDC conducted on-site reviews of civil, mechanical and groundwater works of WSS Lankar Pombay and Khalura, WSS Banimulla GB, WSS Banimula, WSS Ashthal GB and WSS Laisoo GB. During the inspection, Shahzad Alam reviewed the physical progress on the ground, evaluated ongoing construction and installation activities, and assessed the operational readiness of the infrastructure. Interacting with the engineering team, he assessed…