Author: Agencies
JAMMU: In a remarkable display of grit, talent, and determination, the Indian Hawks Sports Academy (IHSA) once again demonstrated why it stands among India’s premier institutions for nurturing young sporting talent. At the recently concluded CBSE North Zone II Championship in Gurugram, IHSA’s skaters delivered an outstanding performance, clinching a total of six medals and earning widespread praise for their skill, sportsmanship, and discipline. The championship saw participation from hundreds of athletes representing CBSE-affiliated schools and academies across the region, making IHSA’s achievements all the more impressive. Leading the charge was Tamanna Saini, who emerged as the undisputed champion in…
SRINAGAR: The Legislative Group of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed deep grief and sorrow over the demise of Sushma Sharma, wife of MLA Chander Prakash Ganga, who passed away on October 24, 2025. In a condolence message, the J&K BJP said, “In her passing, we have lost a noble soul known for her simplicity, kindness, and commitment to family and community values. The entire BJP Legislative family stands in solidarity with Sh. Ganga Ji and his family in this hour of profound loss.” The party prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul and strength…
SRINAGAR: Voting for the Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir began on Friday morning, amid the National Conference’s (NC) claims of sweeping all four seats and the BJP’s confidence in clinching the crucial fourth seat. MLAs started arriving early at the Legislative Assembly complex, where three polling booths have been set up for the exercise. According to the current political equations, the National Conference is comfortably placed to secure three of the four seats, while the battle for the fourth seat remains neck-and-neck between the NC and the BJP. The contest tightened further after the Congress, PDP, and independent…
KATHUA: Senior Superintendent of Police in Kathua, Mohita Sharma, on Thursday stressed the importance of carrying out regular cordon and search operations and long-range patrols in vulnerable areas of the district. During a visit to the mountainous areas of Billawar, Ramkot, Nangala and Machedi to further strengthen the security grid in Kathua and review the existing security setup, she instructed all officers to remain vigilant and proactive to prevent any anti-national activities. Sharma directed officers to maintain close surveillance on overground workers and their associates, emphasising the importance of regular cordon and search operations, patrolling and long-range operations in vulnerable…
A 21-year-old Indian-origin truck driver, allegedly under the influence of drugs, went on a ramming spree on a California freeway, leaving three people dead and four others injured in a fiery chain-reaction crash that has shocked authorities and the public alike. According to reports from Fox News, the accused, Jashanpreet Singh, ploughed his semi-truck into slow-moving traffic on the I-10 freeway near Ontario, California, without applying brakes. The dashcam footage, which has since gone viral, shows the Freightliner tractor-trailer crashing into multiple vehicles, triggering massive flames that engulfed several rigs and scattered debris across the interstate. Officials from the California…
JAMMU: In a continued effort to promote equitable urban development and strengthen civic infrastructure across all wards, Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav, today conducted an extensive tour of Ward No. 68, Greater Kailash—a fast-developing locality that has been facing several infrastructural challenges. During the visit, Dr. Yadav inspected key locations including Greater Kailash Shiv Mandir, Fountain Chowk, Jalochak Basti, Greater Kailash Park, and Royal Avenue to assess the on-ground condition of civic amenities and identify areas requiring immediate developmental intervention. Members of the Greater Kailash Residents Welfare Society, along with local residents, apprised the Commissioner of pressing…
KARGIL: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today underscored that entrepreneurship and self-employment are vital pillars of economic growth, job creation and innovation. He said these sectors not only generate wealth but also raise the standard of living and drive competitiveness and creativity in society. The Lt Governor was addressing the culmination ceremony of Phase 1 of the Jan Hit Campaign organised by the District Administration Kargil at Hussaini Park, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from the public, self-help groups, artisans, youth and beneficiaries of centrally-sponsored schemes. Commending the District Administration for the effective implementation of welfare programmes and visible progress…
NEW DELHI: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today called for leveraging regional strengths to build a robust Bioinnovation ecosystem with active involvement of the States. The Minister was chairing a review meeting of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), where he assessed ongoing projects and new initiatives aimed at expanding India’s bio-innovation landscape. He reviewed a range of new projects – from biofoundries and regional innovation hubs to the ongoing mapping of states based on their biotechnology potential — aimed at strengthening the country’s bioeconomy through innovation, collaboration, and local participation. The Minister emphasized the…
NEW DELHI: Nagaland Minister Temjen Imna Along called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences; and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh here. During the meeting, Temjen Imna Along extended Diwali greetings to Dr. Jitendra Singh and conveyed warm wishes on behalf of the people of Nagaland. The two leaders discussed a range of developmental matters pertaining to the State, particularly those related to science, technology, innovation, and administrative reforms. Dr. Jitendra Singh reaffirmed Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
SRINAGAR: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday staged a protest in the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly against remarks made by National Conference (NC) MLA Bashir Ahmad Veeri, who referred to the BJP as a “communal party”. According to sources, the NC MLA, while paying tribute to former BJP MLC Ramesh Arora, praised Arora’s work and contributions. During his speech, he added that Arora, despite being affiliated with a “communal party,” had a “secular mindset.” The remarks prompted BJP legislators to rise from their benches and protest, demanding action against the NC MLA. BJP legislator Sham Lal Sharma criticized Veeri,…