An Indian Army officer died in Ladakh on Sunday in an accident that took place during the loading of an infantry combat vehicle, reported Press Trust of India (PTI). Capt Dikshant Thapa died on the spot, unidentified sourced told the agency. The sources said while the infantry combat vehicle was being loaded, a civil truck […]
India and China need to manage and control their differences and not allow them to become conflicts, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi has told a foreign audience, adding that Beijing is committed to maintaining stability along the disputed Sino-India border. China is also willing to resolve differences with New Delhi through dialogue, Wang said, adding, at the […]
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: New excise policy 2020-21 shall come into force across Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir from 01 September 2020. The new policy focuses on transparency and objectivity in the liquor trade along with boosting revenues through rationalization of duties. The additional excise duty levied as per old policy after onset of COVID […]
Under Phase I, 100% saturation achieved in Srinagar and Ganderbal, Reasi and Samba to be completed by 31st March, 2021; Phase II by 31st Dec, 2021 SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: The Chief Secretary, B V R Subrahmanyam today chaired the 2ndmeeting of Apex Committee of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and reviewed the progress being made under […]
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole today bid farewell to his Principal Private Secretary, Ghulam Nabi Khanday on his superannuation. On this occasion, a small gathering programme was organized by the Divisional Commissioner office where Mr Khanday was appreciated for his dedication and tireless work during his tenure. Wishing him good luck, […]
With flu season around the corner and Covid-19 still wreaking the havoc, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Monday said this year’s flu vaccine is more crucial than ever. “Getting a flu shot in times of Covid-19 crisis is more important than ever,” said DAK President and Influenza expert Dr Nisar ul Hassan. “We would be […]
Several PDP leaders on Monday sought a permission from Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Dr Shahid Iqbal Chowdhary to meet incarcerated PDP chief Ms Mehbooba Mufti. According to KNS, the application written by Ghulam Nabi Lone, AR Veeri, Khurshid Alam and Aijaz Mir reads, “As you are aware PDP chief and ex CM J&K Ms Mehbooba Mufti […]
JAMMU, AUGUST 31: On day 99 of resumption of routine domestic operations in Jammu and Kashmir, 27 domestic flights with 2,735 passengers on board today arrived at Jammu and Srinagar Airports. A total of 1266 passengers aboard 11 regular commercial flights and one charter flight arrived at the Jammu Airport while 16 domestic flights with […]
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: In a meeting held today to review the renovation and restoration of Mughal gardens of Kashmir valley the Commissioner Secretary Floriculture, Gardens & Parks, Sheikh Fayaz Ahmad told the officers to conserve the heritage value of these mughal gardens while restoring them. Commissioner Secretary Tourism and Culture, Zubair Ahmad was also invited […]
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha conveyed his heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of Former President of India and Bharat Ratna, Shri Pranab Mukherjee. Describing him as a Statesman par excellence and a wonderful human being, the Lt Governor observed that the former President will always be remembered as an astute Administrator who […]