Serpentine queues seen in seen south Kashmir for voting
Shopian/Kulgam): In a remarkable display of resilience and commitment to democracy, the residents of villages that had long been deprived of polling due to separatist-sponsored boycott calls turned out in large numbers to cast ballots in the sixth phase of Lok Sabha polls on Saturday. Braving scorching sun, people stood in serpentine queues and patiently […]
J-K: Grieving for loved ones, survivors of terror attacks come out to vote
Dhangri (Rajouri, J-K): “My sons accompanied me last time (2019) to vote. Today they are not with me,” says 51-year-old Bala, the pain of losing her two children in a terrorist attack last year writ large on her face. Bala’s sons – Deepak Sharma (24) and Prince Sharma (21) – were among seven civilians killed […]
Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha Election: ECI establishes 163 special polling stations to enhance electoral experience
Srinagar: To ensure maximum voter participation besides making the electoral process pleasant and enriching, the Election Commission of India (ECI) established 163 special polling stations of different categories for voters in Anantnag- Rajouri Parliamentary Constituency (PC) which went for polling today in the sixth phase and last phase of general elections to Lok Sabha 2024. […]
DDMA issues Advisory; cautions against swimming in open Water bodies
SRINAGAR: In view of the prevailing weather conditions and forecast of sustained high temperatures till 29th May 2024 by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Srinagar Station, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) today issued an advisory asking masses especially children to desist from swimming in open water bodies. As per the advisory, the general public […]
Election teams reach all 364 Polling Stations across Kulgam
DEO oversees dispatching of Poll Parties KULGAM: With a focus on ensuring the smooth conduct of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, polling parties were successfully dispatched to all 364 polling stations across Kulgam district which is part of 3-Anantnag-Rajouri Parliamentary Constituency. Under the supervision of the District Election Officer (DEO) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, the […]
Info Deptt Kashmir condoles demise of Bashir Ahmad, Ex FPA
SRINAGAR: The employees of the Information Department Kashmir have expressed deep grief and sorrow over the demise of Bashir Ahmad, Ex. Field Publicity Assistant (FPA) of the Field Publicity Unit of the department, who breathed his last on Thursday. In this connection, a condolence meeting was held at the Divisional office Kothi Bagh Srinagar, which […]
Inter-school zonal level competitions promote sports & creativity among students in Bla
BARAMULLA: The Department of Youth Services and Sports, District Baramulla, continues to foster a culture of sportsmanship and creativity through month-long inter-school zonal level competitions. Today marked another milestone with competitions held across three zones viz. Nehalpora, Singhpora Kalan and Baramulla. Zone Nehalpora hosted thrilling carrom and chess competitions for girls aged 14 and 17 […]
ADDC Bandipora reviews functioning of RDD
BANDIPORA: The Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Bandipora, Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt, who is also holding charge of Assistant Commissioner Development, today reviewed the functioning of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department in a meeting held at Mini Secretariat Bandipora. The meeting was aimed at assessing the progress of ongoing projects, addressing operational challenges, and ensuring […]
Need for comprehensive, multi-layered strategy to prevent suicide: Experts
Srinagar: To address issues affecting women through research, education and advocacy with a special emphasis on depression and suicidal tendencies among young females, the Centre for Women’s Studies and Research (CWSR), University of Kashmir (KU), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi, organised a two-day workshop here. Titled, ‘Depression […]
Mega cleanliness drive conducted at Gulmarg
GULMARG: In a significant initiative to preserve the natural beauty and cleanliness of tourist destination Gulmarg, a mega cleanliness drive was today conducted at the scenic locations of Kangdori and Afarwat. This effort was a collaborative endeavour by the Gulmarg Development Authority and the J&K Cable Car Corporation. The drive commenced at Kangdori and extended […]
