PM Modi prioritised India’s border areas: Dr Jitendra Singh
JAMMU: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Friday credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for transforming India’s border regions from being ”the last in line” to becoming ”the first in focus” under a new national development vision that places the periphery at the centre of growth. “Over the last 11 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi prioritised border […]
Army Chief visits forward posts along LoC in Rajouri to assess operational readiness
JAMMU Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, on Friday visited forward posts along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district to assess the operational readiness of troops in the region. “General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS, today visited forward areas and posts along the Sunderbani sector in J&K to assess the […]
DC Baramulla inaugurates modern Veterinary facilities at Chijhama
BARAMULLA: In a major boost to veterinary healthcare in the region, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today inaugurated state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical facilities at the Small Ruminant Veterinary Hospital (SRVH) in Chijhama. Developed at a cost of ₹49 lakh under the Aspirational District Programme (2024-25, 5th Award Money), the initiative aims to significantly upgrade […]
DC Ganderbal reviews arrangements for Eid-ul-Adha
GANDERBAL,: In order to ensure smooth observance of the forthcoming Eid-ul-Adha across the district, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a meeting to review and finalize the necessary arrangements. The meeting held in the V.C Room of Mini Secretariat Ganderbal held threadbare discussion regarding the arrangements to be put in place like security, […]
DC Ganderbal visits Tulmulla, reviews arrangements for Kheer Bhawani Mela
All arrangements in place for celebration of mela GANDERBAL,: In view of the upcoming annual Mela Kheer Bhawani-2025, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today conducted an on-the-spot inspection of the arrangements being put in place at the Kheer Bhawani Temple, Tulmulla, to ensure smooth and hassle-free conduct of the religious festival. Mela is scheduled […]
Girls mark enthusiastic participation in inter-zonal & zonal level sports competitions in Baramulla
BARAMULLA,: Youth Services and Sports, Baramulla, continued its inter-zonal district level Badminton and Table Tennis competitions alongside inter-school zonal level tournaments today, witnessing enthusiastic participation from young girls across the district. The third day of the inter-zonal event featured Under-14 and Under-17 girls’ Table Tennis matches at Indoor Stadium Khawaja Bagh, where 35 students participated […]
DC reviews power supply scenario in Kishtwar district
KISHTWAR,: Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Kumar Shavan chaired a meeting with JPDCL officials to review the power supply situation in the district. Key issues discussed included load management, power line maintenance and expediting ongoing projects aimed at upgrading the power distribution network. The DC expressed concern over the slow pace of works under the Revamped Distribution […]
Reasi admin mulls major crackdown on poppy cultivators, perpetrators of drug abuse
REASI,: Taking a strong stand against the menace of drug abuse, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Reasi, Rakesh Kumar today asked the enforcement departments to adopt a coordinated and multi-pronged approach to tackle the issue in the district. Special emphasis was laid on eradicating poppy cultivation. The ADC called for joint action by the Agriculture and […]
SDRF 2nd Battalion Jammu conducts Mock Drill Exercise
JAMMU: SDRF 2nd Battalion Jammu, in collaboration with Fire and Emergency Services department, conducted a Mock Drill Exercise at its Headquarters, here today. A simulated scenario was created to demonstrate different types of disasters that may occur due to fire incidents & Structure Collapse etc. The SDRF Team responded in the shortest possible time i.e […]
MLA Vijaypur chairs mega Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan event at Panchayat Palli
SAMBA,: Member Legislative Assembly Vijaypur Chander Prakash Ganga today chaired a mega event held under Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan at Panchayat Palli. On his arrival, he was warmly welcomed by district heads of line departments and Scientists from SKUAST Jammu. The programme was attended by more than 450 farmers including women farmers, besides officers and […]
