Satish Sharma pays obeisance at Baba Nagri Kangan
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Satish Sharma pays obeisance at Baba Nagri Kangan

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…

Traditional Kangri craft faces decline as modern heating gadgets take over in Kashmir
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Traditional Kangri craft faces decline as modern heating gadgets take over in Kashmir

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….

Woman held with heroin at Khumani Chowk
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Woman held with heroin at Khumani Chowk

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…

“Urdu Journalism’s Legacy and Future Discussed at World Urdu Day Event in Srinagar”
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“Urdu Journalism’s Legacy and Future Discussed at World Urdu Day Event in Srinagar”

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…

DH Kishtwar gets Computerized Radiography System for X-Ray
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DH Kishtwar gets Computerized Radiography System for X-Ray

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 CM visits Sopore; inaugurates Water Supply Scheme at Sopore Fruit Mandi
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Deputy CM visits Sopore; inaugurates Water Supply Scheme at Sopore Fruit Mandi

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 visits his Home Constituency – Ganderbal
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Chief Minister visits his Home Constituency – Ganderbal

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,…

JMC, GMC launch Swachata Campaign to promote cleanliness, hygiene
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JMC, GMC launch Swachata Campaign to promote cleanliness, hygiene

Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) in preview of Swacch Survekshan 2024 today launched Swacchta Champion Program in Government Medical College, Maternity Hospital Gandhi Nagar, in association with the management of the Hospital. MLA Bahu Vikram Randhawa graced the event as chief guest, who formally launched Swacchta Champion Programme along with Commissioner JMC, Dr. Devansh Yadav. An…

‘Harud Festival’ to promote a drug-free lifestyle held at Shopian
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‘Harud Festival’ to promote a drug-free lifestyle held at Shopian

Harud Festival, a day-long function was organized by the Cashmere Foundation and District Administration, Shopian today at GDC Shopian to promote a drug-free lifestyle among youth. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar emphasized the importance of staying away from drugs and encouraged young people to engage in productive activities and pursue their studies…