Mega nursery coming up near Pakistan border to cater to local fruit growers this monsoon
Jammu: Ahead of monsoon, a mega nursery of fruit plants set up by the Jammu and Kashmir horticulture department near the India-Pakistan border fence is all set to provide saplings of guava, mango, litchi and other fruits to the local farmers from next month. The nursery spread over 100 acres in the Chakroi area of […]
Budgam is rapidly achieving all-round development: LG Sinha
Says infra projects of unprecedented magnitude being implemented at unprecedented speed for ease of living, and to transform Budgam into hub of education, entrepreneurship Pledges to develop Tosamaidan, Doodh Pathri and Yusmarg as modern, national-level tourist destinations
Budgam: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited Budgam Saturday and addressed a public function at Beerwah Town Hall Ground. Addressing a large gathering, the LG lauded the PRI members and district administration for their commitment and dedication towards the welfare of the people, an official press release informed. “Budgam is rapidly achieving all-round development and it […]
Elections in J&K to be held in transparent manner; nobody can hijack democracy: LG
Budgam: Stating that the security forces have been given clear-cut directions “not to touch any innocent”, Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Saturday said elections in J&K will be held in a transparent manner first time and nobody will be allowed to “hijack democracy” as seen in the past. Addressing a public gathering at […]
Security forces alert to foil infiltration attempts along LoC in Kashmir: IG BSF
Srinagar: The Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday said the melting of snow increases the chances of infiltration of militants along the Line of Control in Kashmir but security forces have upped their preparation to foil any such attempt. “We are alert on the LoC. We conduct area domination and anti-infiltration roles jointly with the […]
Puja marking ceremonial beginning of Amarnath Yatra held
LG says Govt committed to ensuring best possible arrangements for comfort, well-being of pilgrims; praises contribution of local residents to successful conduct of Yatra
Srinagar: To mark the ceremonial beginning of the annual Amarnath Yatra, a Puja was held at the cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas on Saturday. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha joined the “Pratham Puja” (first puja) via video conferencing. Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB) has been organising ‘Pratham Puja’ at the holy cave on the […]
MeT predicts clear weather in J&K for next few days
Srinagar: After days of intermittent rains, the weather is finally going to be “mainly clear” even though the Meteorological department has not ruled out the possibility of late afternoon and evening showers. The weather department said that farmers can carry out farm operations till June 12. “Mainly clear is expected during the next 24 hours. […]
Srinagar to develop 80-km walking space under Smart Cities Mission
Srinagar: Srinagar will develop 80 kilometres of walking space in an “unprecedented” development for any Indian city, besides introducing water transport and electric buses under the Smart Cities Mission, a top official said. Cycling tracks, a robust sewerage system and an underground electricity network across the city are also being set up, Srinagar Smart City […]
Kishtwar will become north India’s major ‘power hub’, says Union Minister Jitendra Singh
Kishtwar: Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh on Saturday said Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar will become north India’s major “power hub” generating around 6,000 MW of power after the completion of the ongoing power projects. Singh, who cancelled his two public rallies at Nagseni and Dachhan on Saturday as a mark of respect […]
Daily traffic jams on Jmu-Sgr national highway rag commuters big-time
Banihal/Jammu: The daily traffic congestion on the Ramban-Banihal sector of the 270-kilometer-long Jammu-Srinagar national highway has become a major concern for thousands of commuters. According to commuters, while a majority of the construction work that started in 2016 on the highway – otherwise known as NH 44 – has been completed, some tunnels, bypasses, and […]
Investigate if anti-collision device was installed on route: Farooq Abdullah on Odisha train crash
Srinagar: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Saturday said a probe should be carried out to ascertain if the anti-collision device was installed on the route that witnessed a horrific train crash in Odisha’s Balasore and fix the responsibility for the accident that has claimed at least 288 lives. “Recently, the honourable railway minister […]
