Author: Agencies
JAMMU: Mohinder Singh from Jammu and Kashmir has been appointed as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Indian Women’s Kabaddi Team ahead of the Kabaddi World Cup, scheduled to be held in Dhaka, Bangladesh, from November 15 to 25, 2025. The announcement was made by Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Gupta, General Secretary of the J&K Amateur Kabaddi Association. Mohinder, who serves in the Indian Army and is currently posted in Jammu, will join the team’s 4th coaching camp at SAI Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat, from October 27 to November 13 in preparation for the World Cup. Dr. Gupta, along with Association…
KATRA: In a remarkable demonstration of advanced critical care and teamwork, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Super Specialty Hospital announced the successful recovery of a patient admitted with bilateral severe community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) and underlying diabetes, a combination that made the case particularly high-risk. The patient arrived in critical condition with respiratory failure, requiring high-flow oxygen therapy and non-invasive ventilation (NIV) support. Over 12 days in the ICU, a comprehensive, multidisciplinary treatment plan was implemented, involving the ICU team, physiotherapy department, and continuous clinical monitoring. Through aggressive medical management and coordinated care, the patient showed remarkable improvement and was discharged…
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has said that Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam’s live concert in Srinagar will give a significant boost to the Union Territory’s tourism sector while providing a valuable platform for local artistes to showcase their talent before a wider audience. The Lieutenant Governor’s remarks came as Srinagar geared up for the high-profile event, which is expected to draw large crowds and further highlight Kashmir’s growing appeal as a cultural and tourism hub, with less than 20 hours left for the concert to begin. Praising NDTV Good Times for organising the star-studded show, Sinha said…
JAMMU: In a move aimed at improving passenger convenience, the Jammu Railway Division on Friday announced that the Srinagar–Katra Vande Bharat Express will have a scheduled halt at Reasi Railway Station starting October 29, 2025. At present, the semi-high-speed train makes only one stop between Katra and Srinagar — at Banihal. With the new arrangement, the train will now halt at Reasi for two minutes in both directions. “To enhance passenger convenience and address local demand, train number 26401/26402 Srinagar–Katra Vande Bharat Express will stop at Reasi Railway Station from October 29,” said Uchit Singhal, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM),…
UDHAMPUR: Udhampur Police have attached movable property worth ₹12 lakh belonging to a habitual bovine smuggler under the provisions of the new criminal laws. Officials said that with this latest action, the cumulative worth of vehicles attached in such cases has now reached ₹74 lakh. Acting on the directions of the Hon’ble Court of Additional Special Mobile Magistrate, Udhampur, police attached a Mahindra Bolero Pick-Up (Registration No. JK02CL–7472) belonging to Mohd Rasheed Chohan, son of Mohd Shafi Chohan, a resident of Hangipora, Anantnag, and presently residing at Chapar Dansal, District Jammu. The vehicle was found to be involved in FIR…
JAMMU: In preparation for the upcoming Nagrota Assembly bye-election, two route marches-cum-briefings of NAFRI personnel deployed in the rural zone of Jammu District were conducted today under the supervision of SSP Jammu, SP Rural Jammu, and SDPO Nagrota, within the jurisdictions of Police Stations Jhajjar Kotli and Nagrota. The exercises involved jawans and officers from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) along with the local police. The route marches form part of standard election security measures, aimed at familiarizing personnel with the area and enhancing their preparedness to manage any potential law and order situations during polling. They also facilitate effective…
JAMMU: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the upcoming by-elections to the Nagrota Assembly seat, Devyani Rana, today reiterated her commitment to carrying forward the vision of a progressive and prosperous Nagrota. Addressing a series of public meetings at Kathar Upper, Kathar Lower, Krishanpur, and Bhatyari, Rana affirmed that the agenda of development and economic growth in Nagrota “will not be allowed to get derailed under any circumstances.” Reiterating the BJP’s core philosophy, Rana said the party stands for equitable opportunity and inclusive governance that uplifts all sections of society and empowers every citizen to succeed. “Under the leadership of…
LEH: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson, today called on the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, and presented him with a copy of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh, and Arkhangai Province of Mongolia. The MoU, signed by CEC Tashi Gyalson and Governor of Arkhangai Province Dashzeveg Baatarchuluun at Western Bayan-Ulaan Sum, Mongolia, in the presence of Executive Councillor Ghulam Mehdi, Executive Councillor Stanzin Chosphel, and Councillor Igoo Sonam Thardos, establishes a framework for cooperation in multiple sectors. These include cultural exchange, tourism promotion, trade,…
JAMMU: A vibrant cultural and educational exchange programme was held at Tiny Tots Higher Secondary School, where a delegation of students from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu visited the institution under the aegis of the Gandhi Global Family. Six IIM Jammu students from different parts of the country were warmly received by the school staff and twenty participating Tiny Tots students, who offered them a rich introduction to Dogri culture, heritage, and traditions. The programme was thoughtfully structured to offer the visitors a holistic and authentic glimpse into the local way of life. Linguistic & Historical Briefing:Tiny Tots…
JAMMU: The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS Jammu, in collaboration with the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Indian Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (ISCCP), FOGSI Oncology Committee, Jammu Obstetric and Gynaecological Society (JOGS), and NIGF, successfully organized the Mid-Term ISCCP Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme on “Next-Gen Cervical Cancer Control: From Vaccines to Visualization.” The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members, postgraduate students, and practicing gynecologists from across the region. The CME was inaugurated by Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO, AIIMS Jammu. In his address, Prof. Gupta underscored the significance of early…