Role of Press towards disability issues, concerns and expectations
On World Press Freedom Day
By: M Ahmad ‘World Press Freedom Day’ is an annual celebration of press freedom observed on 3rd May globally. Its main celebration is organized by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and this year’s theme ‘Information as a Public Good’ emphasizes the service to be made available to all members and sections of […]
Effective precautionary measures to protect your kidneys during COVID Lockdown
Ensure healthy lifestyle during lockdown to prevent chronic renal ailments
While the COVID pandemic has restricted many to refrain from binging on junk and processed food, poor eating habits, sedentary lifestyle, physical inactivity are some recent lifestyle trends that significantly contribute to various health ailments. High protein diets (without any exercise – as per recommendations) lead to high levels of protein (albumin) in the body. […]
Career opportunities in Foreign Languages
Learning a foreign language is increasingly seen as a great way to build a career as well as enhance employment opportunity especially in sectors like BPO and multinational companies
There are various options available to young students to learn foreign languages nowadays. Whereas several students start learning a foreign language in their schools, numerous others opt the course after their 10+2 and go for graduation courses that are offered by various institutes, colleges and universities. Then there are some certificate courses and diploma courses […]
Final phase of Afghan pullout by US, NATO starts formally
Kabul: The final phase of ending America’s forever war in Afghanistan after 20 years formally began Saturday, with the withdrawal of the last US and NATO troops by the end of summer. President Joe Biden had set May 1 as the official start of the withdrawal of the remaining forces — about 2,500-3,500 US troops […]
Oxygen crisis: 12 die in Batra Hospital, irate HC asks Centre to supply O2 or face contempt
New Delhi: Twelve patients at Delhi’s Batra Hospital, including a senior doctor, died on Saturday and at least two other hospitals reported precipitous drops in their oxygen stocks, as the Delhi High Court stepped in and directed the Centre to provide the city with oxygen today itself or face contempt. With the death of the […]
108 centres, 256 cos of central forces, strict COVID measures: All set for counting for Bengal polls
Kolkata: The Election Commission has made elaborate arrangements for counting of votes on May 2 for the West Bengal assembly polls and put in place measures to ensure strict adherence to health safety protocols, amid a raging second wave of COVID-19, an official said on Saturday. A three-tier security arrangement has been in place at […]
Lockdown in Delhi extended by one week, announces Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal
New Delhi: Amid rising COVID-19 cases in Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday announced extension of the ongoing lockdown in the national capital by another week. “Lockdown in Delhi is being extended by one week,” Kejriwal said in a tweet. The ongoing lockdown that was scheduled to conclude at 5 am on May 3, […]
Advisor Baseer Khan holds interaction with stakeholders of Srinagar, Budgam at SKICC
Seeks cooperation of all stakeholders towards containing Covid-19; emphasizes vigorous vaccination drive
SRINAGAR: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Baseer Ahmad Khan, on Saturday held interactive meetings with representatives of Trade Bodies, Tourism Industry, Industries, Religious leaders and other stakeholders at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Center (SKICC) here to discuss issues arisen due to the outbreak of the second wave of Covid pandemic besides working out remedial measures. Deputy Commissioner, […]
DDMA Srinagar establishes COVID-19 War Room
Div Com Kashmir inaugurates Centre
SRINAGAR: In order to facilitate the general public regarding Covid-19 related queries and to ensure systematic Redressal of such issues, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Srinagar today on 01.05.2021 has launched 24/7 dedicated Helpline at Covid-19 War Control Room. The facility was inaugurated by the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole in presence of […]
