Punished for being Muslim, alleges Mehbooba Mufti on razing of rat-hole miner’s house
Srinagar: Rat-hole miner Wakeel Hassan, whose house was razed in a demolition drive in Delhi, has been punished only for being a Muslim, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti said on Thursday. “So much love for Pasmanda Muslims that Vakil Hassan, commended by the PM for his heroic act in saving lives of 41 […]
LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates DIPR’s ‘JK Youth Conclave 2024’
LG felicitates Young Achievers; Launches ‘Inspire GenZ Season 2.0’ and ‘Beats of J&K Season 2.0’ Platforms like ‘Youth Conclave’ will motivate Gen Zers to shape the J&K’s social, cultural and economic landscape and eventually make an impact on different sectors: LG Youth power is the driving force of progressive and prosperous India: LG New generation […]
Lecture on Online tools for enhancement of Academia and Research organized at JU
Jammu: Department of Library and Information Science, University of Jammu organized a lecture on Online tools for enhancement of Academia and Research with special focus on the formulation of a research proposal (synopsis) in the Department of Library and Information Science. Professor Sangita Gupta, Dean, Faculty of Social Science and Head of DLIS, delivered a […]
University of Jammu Facilitates Industrial Visit for Students to Witness Inner Working of Media Outlets
Jammu: Aiming to enhance practical knowledge and industry exposure of its students, the Department of Journalism and Media Studies, University of Jammu under the supervision of its head, Dr Garima Gupta today organised an insightful industrial visit to the printing press and office of the popular publication, the Daily State Samachar. Led by faculty members, […]
LG Manoj Sinha interacts with citizens during Live Public Grievance Hearing
LG directs Officials to assess the public outreach programmes and take corrective measures for efficient redressal of grievances All the initiatives must serve common good and decisions to be implemented without fear or favour: LG to officials LG emphasizes on strengthening both physical and social capital We should strive to improve the public service […]
Protection bund coming up along IB for safety of border farmers in J&K: IG BSF
Samba/Jammu: Encouraging border residents to cultivate their land ahead of border fence, a top BSF officer on Thursday said the home ministry has approved a plan for the construction of a protection bund along the International Border for the safety of farmers and it will be completed within next five years. Inspector General of Border […]
“It’s a huge boost for Delhi Capitals”: Ganguly on Pant’s inclusion ahead of IPL 2024
New Delhi: Former India skipper and Delhi Capitals’ Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly expressed his feelings on Thursday ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as star wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant joined the Delhi Capitals squad. Pant missed the IPL 2023 after suffering multiple injuries in a horrific car accident on December 30, 2022. The […]
Mrunal Thakur, Vijay Deverakonda to shoot Family Star’s final schedule in Chennai
Mumbai: Actor Mrunal Thakur is all set to commence shooting for the final schedule of the highly anticipated family drama ‘Family Star’ alongside Vijay Deverakonda in Chennai. Mrunal and Vijay starrer is being helmed by Parasuram Petla and is being produced by Sri Venkateswara Creations. As per a source, close to the actor, “Mrunal has […]
Cabinet approves ‘PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana’ for installing rooftop solar in one crore households
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved ‘PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana’ with a total outlay of Rs 75,021 crore for installing rooftop solar and providing free electricity up to 300 units every month for one crore households. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had launched the scheme on February 13 this year. Addressing a press […]
Better air quality linked to reduced suicide rates: Study
New Delhi: Lower air pollution levels may be associated with reduced suicide rates, according to a study conducted in China. Researchers at the University of California, Santa Barbara, estimate that China’s efforts to reduce air pollution have prevented 46,000 suicide deaths in the country over just five years. The team used weather conditions to tease […]