CB submits status report of Kuthua rape and murder case to HC’
Srinagar,: The Jammu and Kashmir Crime Branch which is investigating Kuthua rape and murder case, Friday submitted the status report before the Jammu and Kashmir High Court. On January 17, body of minor Muslim girl was found in the forests near Rasana, Hiranagar.The, girl had been missing for a week. According to police, she had […]
Lok Sabha proceedings washed out for fourth day
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha failed to transact any legislative business for the fourth consecutive day Thursday as members from parties, including NDA ally TDP, AIADMK and TMC, continued their protests on various issues. Members from the TDP, AIADMK, TRS and TMC trooped into the Well, with many placards and raising slogans. While the TDP […]
India, Pakistan agree to repatriate prisoners above 70 years of age
Newdehli:_Pakistan’s Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif approved the humanitarian proposal to release civilian prisoners incarcerated in both countries: India and Pakistan. These prisoners included women and mentally retarded persons above 70 years of age. Pakistan’s Foreign Office stated, “Revival of the judicial committee mechanism and facilitating the visit of medical experts (from both sides) to meet […]
Fisheries sector offers lucrative return on investments: DC Srinagar
SRINAGAR: District Development Commissioner Srinagar, Dr. Syed Abid Rashid Shah today said that fisheries sector offers quick return on investment and unemployed persons should avail the benefits of fish rearing sector. He made these remarks during the flagging off 25 fish farmers for exposure field visit to Trout Fish Farm Mammer, Kangan and National Fish […]
We were handed over a burning Kashmir in 2004: Rahul in Singapore
Srinagar: Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said that United Progressive Alliance (UPA) was handed over a “burning” Kashmir in 2004 when it was elected to power. Gandhi added that Congress’ policy for the troubled state under former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was to bridge connections among people, India.com reported. According to the report speaking […]
International Women’s Day celebrated across Kashmir division
SRINAGAR: To commemorate social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women, various functions were held across the Kashmir division to mark the International Women’s Day with a pledge to make concerted efforts to transform women’s lives and ensure their equality. At Srinagar, On the occasion of International Women’s Day, various functions were held in the […]
Polio Immunisation round on March 11
SRINAGAR: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Wednesday convened a meeting of District Taskforce Committee to review the action plan for second round of the Intensified Pulse Polio Immunization programme 2017-18 to be held on March 11, 2018. The meeting was informed that the total population of 1,87,173 children of age upto 5 years […]
Veeri reviews functioning of JKSHC, preparedness for Hajj-2018
JAMMU: Minister for Revenue, Haj & Auqaf and Parliamentary Affairs, Abdul Rehman Veeri today chaired a meeting to review the functioning of J&K State Haj Committee (JKSHC) and the preparedness for Haj Pilgrimage-2018. Members of SHC including MP Nazir Ahmad Laway, MLA Mushtaq Ahmad Shah, MLC Saif-ud-Din Bhat besides Commissioner Secretary Revenue, Shahid Inaytullah attended […]
J&K Bank Chairman condoles demise of Ex-President Abdul Rashid
Srinagar, March 08: J&K Bank Chairman Pervez Ahmad has condoled the demise of its former President Abdul Rashid who passed away on Monday in Srinagar. The chairman on visit to his residence paid rich tributes to the departed soul and condoled the sad demise with the bereaved family. In his condolence message Parvez Ahmed said, “I […]
Rajya Sabha adjourned for day, members want Women’s Reservation Bill
The Rajya Sabha was on Thursday adjourned till Friday after members of different political parties including the TDP and the AIADMK trooped near the Chairman’s podium raking up issues of concern from their states. Deputy Chairman P.J. Kurien adjourned the House, minutes after it met at 2 p.m., as the protesting members gathered near the podium, shouting slogans and carrying placards. TDP […]
