Author: Agencies
JAMMU: In a vibrant celebration of creativity and imagination, WowKids Preschool, Bishnah, successfully organized an “Open Drawing Competition” aimed at nurturing the artistic potential and boosting the creative confidence of young children from the region. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from 34 students between the ages of 5 and 10, representing several reputed schools from Bishnah and nearby areas. With an open theme, the young participants were given complete freedom to express their ideas on paper, transforming blank sheets into colorful and imaginative works of art. The competition concluded with a felicitation ceremony where outstanding young artists were honored for…
Climate scientists are warning that the planet could soon enter a powerful El Niño phase, potentially one of the strongest in recent decades. The event could significantly alter weather patterns worldwide and bring intense heat and unusual monsoon behaviour to India. According to new forecasts from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF), a strong or even “super” El Niño may develop later this year. Climate models indicate that ocean and atmospheric signals could begin aligning by June, suggesting the phenomenon is starting to take shape. What is El Niño? El Niño is a natural climate cycle that occurs…
NEW DELHI: Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali on Friday confirmed that Tehran will ensure safe passage for ships heading to India through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Responding to a question about the transit of Indian-bound vessels through the crucial global energy corridor, Fathali said Iran considers India a close partner. He emphasised that both nations share longstanding friendship and common interests. “Iran and India are friends. We have common interests and a common fate,” Fathali said, adding that the suffering of people in one country is shared by the other.…
JAMMU: The Department of Surgical Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jammu has successfully performed a highly complex surgery on a patient suffering from a large left adrenal tumor, marking a significant milestone in the institute’s journey toward advanced cancer care. The patient, who was initially diagnosed outside the institute with non-specific complaints and imaging suggestive of a left adrenal tumor, visited several healthcare centres before finally reaching AIIMS Jammu. At the institute, comprehensive investigations including advanced imaging and biochemical tests confirmed the presence of a functional adrenal tumor, which can cause severe intraoperative complications such as sudden…
NEW DELHI: India is entering a transformative phase where cutting-edge biotechnology, genomics and multi-omics research are reshaping the future of healthcare, positioning the country as a global hub for precision medicine, biomanufacturing and medical innovation, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space Dr. Jitendra Singh. Delivering the inaugural address at the Multi-Omics Summit 2026, organised by the Proteomics Society, India (PSI) with advocacy partnership of the IHW Council, Dr. Jitendra Singh said India has moved from an era where advanced treatment required travelling abroad…
NEW DELHI : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Minister of State in PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space Dr. Jitendra Singh today said that India is entering a transformative era of personalised and precision medicine powered by genomics, artificial intelligence, and advanced biotechnology, which will enable early detection of diseases and targeted treatment even before symptoms appear. Addressing the NXT Summit 2026- “For All Humankind”, the Minister said that India’s vast genetic diversity and rapidly expanding genomic databases are creating unprecedented opportunities for predictive healthcare, precision diagnostics, and customised treatment protocols.…
LEH: Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday took oath as the 4th Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a ceremony held at the Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Choglamsar. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by the Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Arun Palli. Earlier, Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra read out the warrant of appointment issued by the President of India, after which Saxena signed the charge certificate. Saxena succeeds Kavinder Gupta as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. Following the swearing-in ceremony, he…
JAMMU: Taking into account passenger demand and convenience, the Northern Railway’s Jammu Division has decided to extend the operational period of the special reserved train No. 04081/04082 running between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. The decision has been taken in view of the heavy rush of devotees expected for the Darshan at Vaishno Devi Temple during the auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri. The move aims to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey for pilgrims visiting the shrine. Extended Train Schedule: Train No. 04081 – New Delhi to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Train No. 04082 – Shri…
UDHAMPUR: Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Army Commander of Northern Command, visited Basantgarh to review the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terror operations in the region. During the visit, the Army Commander was briefed on the coordinated intelligence grid and enhanced security measures in the area. Detailed deliberations were also held on reinforcing the overall security architecture in coordination with all stakeholders. Lt Gen Sharma also interacted with troops deployed in the region and commended them for their professionalism, commitment and steadfast resolve in ensuring a terror-free **Jammu and Kashmir.
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged practitioners of literature and arts to preserve the rich cultural heritage of Jammu Division, promote its legacy and connect the younger generation to their roots. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the two-day literary-cultural conclave Sahitya Sanskriti Samagam, organised by the University of Jammu, the Lieutenant Governor said Jammu’s traditions in literature, culture and spirituality have long taught society to rise above divisions of caste, creed and artificial boundaries. “The values embedded in our culture embody an ideology that places humanity above all,” he said, adding that the society shaped by abundant literary…