Author: Dinesh Raj

The Department of Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Kulgam today organized a Mega Kisan Mela at KVK Pombay, aimed at creating widespread awareness about various schemes and advancements in the agriculture and allied sectors. The event was graced by the Chairman, District Development Council (DDC) Kulgam, M Afzal Parray; Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kulgam-AC,…

Commissioner SMC, Dr. Owais Ahmed conducted a review meeting today to assess the installation and maintenance of street lights undertaken by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). The session aimed to identify ongoing challenges and develop solutions to ensure the continuous provision of these essential services for the city. During the meeting, Dr. Owais emphasized the…

Minister for Transport, FCS&CA, YS&S, IT and S&T, Satish Sharma, today paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Kiyani (RA) at Baba Nagri Wangath in Kangan and prayed for peace, progress and prosperity of the region. He said that Baba ji had always worked for the deprived and marginalized sections of society…

In Kashmir, artisans who have been crafting the traditional Kangri—a portable clay and wicker heater for generations—are witnessing a slow decline in their trade. Once an essential item for every household during the harsh winters in Kashmir, the Kangri is gradually losing its place as modern heating appliances have become increasingly popular in the region….

As part of efforts to curb the drug menace in Srinagar city, police on Saturday arrested a 27-year-old woman between Gangbugh and Khumani Chowk, while carrying about 3.65 grams of heroin, officials said. An official told that acting on specific intelligence, the police from Tengpora—Batamaloo intercepted a 27-year-old woman in the Bund area between Gangbugh…

The Food Safety Department (FDA), Drug and Food Control Organization, conducted a surprise milk quality drive in Srinagar city on Saturday. As per a statement issued to the news, the operation, carried out by Food Safety Officer (FSO) Zone 1,Zone II and Zone IV aimed to inspect the quality of loose milk supplied in the…

The Anjuman Urdu Sahafat organized a significant event at Tagore Hall today, marking World Urdu Day. The event focused on the current state of Urdu journalism, its opportunities, and the challenges it faces. During the ceremony, Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Manzoor Anjum, Editor of Daily Uqab, and Abdul Rashid Shah, Editor-in-Chief of Daily…

In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare services in the district, Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Kumar Shavan on Saturday inaugurated a Computerized Radiography (CR) System for X-ray imaging at the Outpatient Department (OPD) of District Hospital Kishtwar. The advanced facility was provided to the Hospital by KWAR HEP (CVPPL) under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Sustainable…

Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Chaudhary, today visited Sopore and inaugurated Water Supply Scheme at Sopore’s Fruit Mandi, Asia’s second largest fruit marketplace. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Minister for Jal Shakti, Forests and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana, Minister for Agricultural Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar and MLA Sopore…

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed his commitment to the welfare of Ganderbal’s residents, pledging continuous support and timely action on their concerns. He stated this while holding a public meeting at Dak Banglow Ganderbal to directly engage with residents of the Ganderbal to address local concerns. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani,…