Author: Agencies
LEH: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today chaired a high-level security review meeting in Leh to assess the prevailing situation in the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal, DGP Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal, DIG Srinagar South P.K. Singh, Deputy Commissioner Leh, SSP Leh Sanjay Kumar, CO 79 Rajat Jain, CO 25, and other senior officials. They reported that the day remained peaceful across Ladakh and credited the citizens’ cooperation for the restoration of normalcy. Commending the exemplary restraint and responsibility shown by residents during recent relaxations in restrictions, the Lt Governor reaffirmed…
JAMMU: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital (SMVDNSH), in collaboration with the Central Government Pensioners’ Welfare Association (CGPWA), Jammu, organised a free Health Camp at its Gandhinagar OPD today to mark the 35th International Day of Older Persons (IDOP). The camp was inaugurated by Kuldeep Khoda, President, CGPWA, Dr. Ashok Bhan, Member, SMVDS Board, and K.B. Jandial, General Secretary, CGPWA, in the presence of senior members of the Association and doctors from SMVDNSH. More than 50 elderly pensioners and senior citizens attended the camp and availed free healthcare services, which included FibroScan for liver health, routine blood investigations, and…
JAMMU: The much-awaited Dandiya Night 2025 lit up the campus of J.P. World School on Thursday with vibrant colours, music, and joy, bringing together students, parents, and the wider community in a spirited celebration of Navratri. The evening witnessed a gathering of over 500 participants, making it one of the most memorable cultural events of the year. The event was graced by the presence of Bashir Ahmed Munshi, Additional District and Sessions Judge, as the Chief Guest. He was joined by Mrs. and Ashok Manhas and members of the school management. Their presence and encouragement added dignity to the festive…
JAMMU: The Centre has appointed 10 officers, including IAS officer Shah Faesal, as Central Prabhari Officers for the Aspirational Blocks Programme in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. According to the order, Shah Faesal, Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Culture, has been assigned to Bandipora (Tulail) block in J&K. The other appointments are: The appointments are part of the Government of India’s Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP), which aims to improve governance, infrastructure, and socio-economic indicators in underdeveloped blocks through focused intervention and monitoring.
NEW DELHI: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Friday hailed the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) Thiruvananthapuram for producing high-quality medical devices at affordable prices and called for scaling up production and expanding awareness of these indigenous innovations. The Minister said, India holds the promise of emerging as a global destination for cost-effective quality healthcare. Inaugurating the exhibition on “Innovation for Self Reliance – Accelerating Healthcare with…
JAMMU: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will hold a core group meeting at its Jammu headquarters on Saturday to discuss candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections to four seats from Jammu and Kashmir, scheduled for October 24. BJP spokesperson Girdhari Lal Raina said the meeting will be chaired by the party’s national general secretary and J&K in-charge Tarun Chugh. While refusing to comment on possible nominees, Raina confirmed that the meeting will deliberate on issues of importance, including the polls. Party sources indicated that the names of former J&K BJP chief Ravinder Raina, former deputy CM Nirmal Singh, and…
LEH: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Kavinder Gupta said that for the past four days Markets are opened for general public from 10 am until 6 pm and vehicles are running normally after the recent protests in Leh. Even commercial vehicles are allowed today. The recent protests on September 24 were a result of people demanding statehood and inclusion of Ladakh under the Sixth Schedule, which turned into clashes with the police officials in Leh. The Lieutenant Governor said that, all educational centers up to the eighth grade have been opened. “After a day or two, everything will be completely normal. The…
SRINAGAR: The famous ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district witnessed the season’s first snowfall on Thursday, with the majestic Afarwat peak wearing a fresh white blanket. The snowfall, which brought temperatures down across the Valley, has lifted the spirits of Kashmir’s tourism sector — still reeling from the impact of the Pahalgam terror attack in April that led to mass cancellations and prolonged closure of popular spots including Betaab Valley and Aru Valley. Tour operators and hoteliers expressed optimism that the early snow would revive confidence among travelers. “Gulmarg has always been the heart of winter tourism.…
JAMMU: Heritageans Adamya Randhawa and Abhi Praneel Gupta of Class VIII-C have brought laurels to Heritage School by earning the honour of representing Jammu & Kashmir at the 50th Sub Junior National Basketball Championship 2025, scheduled to be held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, from October 4 to October 10, 2025. Adding to the pride, Rohan Kundal, Basketball Coach at Heritage School, has been appointed as the Head Coach of the Boys’ Team for J&K, a recognition of his dedication and the school’s commitment to fostering sporting excellence. The entire Heritage School fraternity extended heartfelt congratulations to Adamya, Abhi, and Kundal, wishing…
SRINAGAR: The world-famous ski resort Gulmarg witnessed the season’s first snowfall on Thursday, with the majestic Afarwat peak draped in a pristine white blanket, much to the delight of tourists and locals. The fresh spell brought a dip in temperatures across the Kashmir Valley, marking the onset of winter in the region. Residents expressed optimism that the snowfall would attract more tourists in the coming weeks, giving a boost to the local economy heavily dependent on winter tourism. Meanwhile, authorities have advised visitors to remain cautious while venturing into higher reaches due to slippery and challenging conditions.