From online portal to prohibition officers, SC frames measures to report, restrict child marriage
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday stressed on legal enforcement, judicial measures and technology-driven initiatives to prevent child marriages in the country. A bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud and Justice J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra passed a slew of directions in this regard. Under the title of “legal […]
Western Command chief felicitates war veterans, disabled soldiers in Jammu
Jammu: Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command on Friday felicitated war veterans and disabled soldiers for their selfless sacrifice to the nation. The Tiger Division of the Indian Army organised a veterans’ outreach programme cum ex-servicemen felicitation ceremony, during which veterans and disabled soldiers were presented with modified scooters […]
Russia and China have ‘unique’, ‘confidential’ relationship, Russian President Putin says
Moscow [Russia],: Russian President Vladimir Putin in his press briefing on Friday ahead of the BRICS Summit said the relationship between Russia and China is “unique” and “confidential”. Putin said that Russia-China trade is booming and emphasised that their interaction in the international arena is a key factor for global strategic stability. “Russia and China […]
Dr Jitendra Singh says, People of Kashmir valley support abrogation of Article 370
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, has stated that in heart of hearts, people of Kashmir valley support abrogation of Article 370 though they may not say so openly . They realise that Art 370 deprived them of the benefits available to people in the rest of the country while serving the purpose of only a […]
MP Er Rashid visits Budgam, holds series of meetings
Sanctions Rs. 30 Lakhs for Lights, approves 30% Material Components, & funds for Berwah HospitalBUDGAM: Member of Parliament (MP) Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency, Er Rashid Friday visited Budgam district to assess ongoing developmental projects and addressing the key concerns of the constituencies in Budgam that fall under the Baramulla parliamentary seat. The meeting was attended by […]
Jammu hosts Mission YUVA workshop to boost youth entrepreneurship
JAMMU: A one-day capacity building program under the ambitious Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan) was organised today in the Conference Hall of the DC Office Jammu. The event, held under the supervision of the District Development Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya focussed on equipping young people with the skills and entrepreneurial spirit needed to generate […]
Wangchuk urges people to join him for fast against ‘consumerism’
New Delhi Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Friday called upon people to observe a day-long fast with him and vow to give up consumerism. Wangchuk, who is on the 13th day of his hunger strike, also alleged that his supporters were not being allowed in Ladakh Bhawan to meet him. The Ramon Magsaysay awardee called […]
J&K Congress forms high-powered panel to asses poor performance in Assembly polls
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Friday constituted a high-powered fact-finding committee to ascertain the reasons behind its poor performance in the recent Assembly elections in the Union Territory, and suggest measures for strengthening the party in J-K. A party spokesman said that J-K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra constituted the […]
DM Jammu calls for inspection of firecrackers godowns
Directs SDMs for legal action against licence violationsJAMMU: Taking a firm stance on firecracker regulations ahead of Diwali, District Magistrate Sachin Kumar Vaishya today directed Sub-Divisional Magistrates to inspect all firecracker godowns and submit action taken reports within three days, warning of strict legal action against violations. During a comprehensive Diwali preparedness meeting, the DM […]
UT-Level Inter-District Yoga Competition for all Age Groups commences in Baramulla
BARAMULLA,: The UT-level Inter-District Yoga Competition for all age groups officially started at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Baramulla. Organized by the Department of Youth Services and Sports J&K, the prestigious event is being hosted by the DYSS Baramulla. The inaugural session of the competition featured the participation of boys in the Under-14 category, with […]
