Pak SC rejects affidavits submitted by Zardari & Musharraf, seeks assets details of past 10 years
Islamabad: The Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected the affidavits submitted by former presidents Asif Ali Zardari and retired Gen Pervez Musharraf, and ex-attorney general Malik Mohammad Qayyum regarding assets owned by them in Pakistan and abroad. While hearing a petition regarding the 2007 National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO), a three-member bench headed by Chief Justice of […]
Youth goes missing in Tangmarg
Tangmarg, August 29: A 25 year old boy, Mehraj -u- din Teeli a resident of Khahipora Tangmarg, is reportedly missing from last six days. He was last seen by his family on 24 August. According to reports, the missing youth, son of Abdul Majeed Teeli, has completed his graduation recently and was currently preparing for […]
Gurdwara in UK damaged in suspected arson attack, one arrested
London, Aug 29 : A Gurdwara in the British city of Leith has been severely damaged in a suspected arson attack following which the police today arrested a 49-year-old man for the “deliberate” act probed as a hate crime. The Guru Nanak Gurdwara Sahib in Leith city, Scotland was set on fire at around 5am […]
Play on life of Kashmiri pandits performed in Jammu
Jammu, Aug 29: A play that showcased the agony of displaced Kashmiri pandits moved the audience at jampacked Abhinav theatre here. Poshgoandh (flower bouquet) was presented by director Mahraj K last night in the city. It portrayed the ground realities of disintegration of families due to migration, that left audience teary-eyed. “The play represents our […]
Listen to the deluge
While Kerala did exceptionally well in post-disaster rescue and relief, its performance in the pre-disaster situation was not as exemplary.
By: Muralee Thummarukudy There have been many distinguishing facts — high literacy, deep penetration of grassroots democracy, high degree of women’s empowerment — that set Kerala apart from other Indian states. In fact, economists often discuss the Kerala Model of Development, where an improved quality of life was achieved without a massive increase in per […]
European intellectuals and the East
By: Mubarak Ali Asia and Europe are fundamentally different from each other in social, cultural and historical terms. Differences in the climate and environment of both continents have shaped their respective customs, rituals, cultural practices, etiquettes, and living standards. During ancient times, people in both continents weren’t entirely aware of each other. However, this began […]
Health system needs attention
The other day, concerned authorities on the directions of Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar raided a pharmacy at Karan Nagar and found the shocking revelation that the said pharmacy as been operating illegally, without registration. It was sealed and inquiry proceedings initiated. The DC said the district administration is committed to the removal of illegal dealers in […]
Decline in Saffron Production & its Impact on State Economy
The State of Jammu and Kashmir is globally acknowledged due to its cultivation of famous crops, especially saffron. Horticulture sector is considered to be the back bone of state’s economy. The industrial sector in the state is mostly private and some of them are Public Sector Undertakings, which ultimately leaves people dependent upon agriculture sector […]
Interpol rejects request for Musharraf’s arrest: Pak govt
Islamabad, Aug 29: The Interpol has rejected Pakistan’s request to arrest General Pervez Musharraf as it does not want to interfere in cases of political nature, the government today informed a special court hearing the high treason case against the former military dictator who is now in Dubai. The government’s reply came as the tribunal […]
US ready for talks when it’s clear NKorea will denuclearize
Washington, Aug 29 (AP) Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s spokeswoman says the United States is ready for talks with North Korea when it’s clear it will follow through on its commitment to denuclearize. On Friday, President Donald Trump directed Pompeo to delay a planned trip to Pyongyang, citing insufficient progress on getting the authoritarian regime […]
