Biker dies after vehicle hits him in Budgam village
Budgam: A bike rider died after he was hit by a tipper in Soibugh area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district on Tuesday morning. Officials said that the bike rider identified as Ishfaq Majeed of Paimus Budgam was hit by a tipper in Banpora Soibugh. He was rushed to district hospital Budgam where doctors declared him […]
3 drug peddlers arrested
Srinagar: Police have arrested three drug peddlers and recovered contraband substances and cash from their possession, police spokesman informed Tuesday. A police party during patrolling at Karhama Kunzer, arrested a “wanted drug smuggler” Mansoor Ahmad Wani, son of Ghulam Mohammad of Kharpora Dewpora. During his search, 110 grams of cannabis was recovered from his possession, […]
5th Faizal Abbas Memorial Volleyball tournament concludes
JAMMU: The 5th Faizal Abbas Memorial Volleyball Tournament, which commenced on 22nd May 2023 at Government Polytechnic College, Jammu concluded here today. Principal Secretary Skill Development Department, Dr. Asgar Hassan Samoon was the chief guest at the concluding ceremony while Director Skill Development Department, Sudershan Kumar, was the guest of honor. Principal Government Polytechnic College, […]
40 KU students participate in inter-department road race
Srinagar: The Directorate of Physical Education and Sports (DPES), University of Kashmir, started its calendar of activities with an inter-department road race in the categories of men and women. 40 students from various departments participated in the activities. Dr Musavir, Director DPES, flagged off the event and later distributed prizes among the position holders. In […]
Filled with humility and gratitude, will keep working harder: PM Modi on govt’s 9 years
New Delhi: As his government completed nine years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said his every decision has been guided by the desire to improve the lives of people. “Today, as we complete 9 years in service to the nation, I am filled with humility and gratitude. “Every decision made, every action taken, has […]
Shah holds talks with Manipur civil society leaders, announces compensation for riot victims
Imphal/Churachandpur: Union Home Minister Amit Shah Tuesday visited Churachandpur, the scene of some of the worst rioting in the recent ethnic conflict which broke out in Manipur earlier this month, to hold talks with Kuki civil society leaders. Among others, Shah who flew down in a helicopter accompanied by the IB chief and home secretary, […]
CPI(M) supports AAP in opposing ordinance on services in Delhi; appeals Cong to follow suit
New Delhi: Accusing the government of attacking federalism, CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury on Tuesday condemned the central ordinance on control of administrative services in Delhi and extended his party’s support to AAP in opposing it in Parliament when a bill will be brought to replace it. The development comes after Delhi Chief Minister and […]
India major partner in UN’s strategy for digital transformation of peacekeeping: UN peacekeeping chief
United Nations: India is a “major partner” in the UN’s strategy for the digital transformation of peacekeeping, the United Nations peacekeeping chief has said, as he lauded the country’s commitment and engagement through key initiatives such as ensuring accountability for crimes against the Blue Helmets. India is currently the third largest contributor of uniformed personnel […]
Russia says drones damage Moscow buildings in pre-dawn attack, blames Ukraine
Kyiv: Russian air defences stopped eight drones converging on Moscow, officials said Tuesday, in an attack that authorities blamed on Ukraine, while Russia pursued its relentless bombardment of Kyiv with a third assault on the city in 24 hours. The Russian defence ministry said five drones were shot down and the systems of three others […]
