No Proof of Taliban, ISIS in Kashmir, Says Home Ministry
New Delhi: The home ministry on Wednesday said that there was no evidence of any presence of ISIS in the Kashmir valley. Further, the ministry also said that Al Qaeda commander Zakir Musa had not more than 10 militants’ support. Responding to a question put forth by MP Amar Singh, MoS Home Ministry Hansraj Ahir said […]
BSF trooper killed in unprovoked firing by Pakistan in SAMBA
A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper was killed in an unprovoked firing by Pakistani forces at Samba Sector in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. Jammu and Kashmir Police said, “Pakistani forces indiscriminately opened fire at the BSF camp in Samba sector. The BSF retaliated to the unprovoked firing.” “The BSF soldier died due to fatal bullet injuries in the […]
Oppn boycotts Assembly over demand for debate on civilian killings in Kashmir
Jammu: After creating pandemonium over the disallowed by Speaker Assembly Kavinder Gupta the entire opposition staged a walkout and boycotted the proceedings of the house for the whole day despite the assurance from the Speaker that house will debate Kashmir civilian killings for one hour later. According to the vov correspondent, as the house started […]
Div Com interacts with Srinagar traders
SRINAGAR, : Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Baseer Ahmad Khan today held a meeting with the traders to take the first-hand appraisal of the issues and grievances of the business community . Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Srinagar, VC Srinagar Development Authority (SDA), SSP Traffic (Srinagar), Joint Commissioner SMC, Traffic Advisor to J&K government, officials from PDD, PHE, […]
Governor inaugurates All India Inter University Roll Ball (Men and Women) Tournament
JAMMU: Governor N.N. Vohra inaugurated the All India Inter University Roll Ball (M&W) Tournament at the University of Jammu. This Tournament has been organized by the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education of the University. 47 teams, comprising 23 Women and 24 Men teams from all over India, are participating in this 5 day Tournament. […]
Govt preparing action plan to deal with climatic health hazards: Bali Bhagat
Minister for Health and Medical Education Bali Bhagat today said the government is preparing a detailed action plan under health sector to deal with the health problems due to climate/environmental change as anticipated by WHO. Replying to a question raised by MLC Girdhari Lal Raina, the Minister said the government is aware of the fact […]
29599 Anganwari Centres functional in JK: Asiea Naqash
JAMMU, JANUARY 03: Minister for Social Welfare Asiea Naqash today informed the Legislative Council that there are 29599 Anganwari centres operational in the state. Responding to a question raised by MLC Ashok Khajuria, the Minister said that the Anganwari Centres are run by 1366 Supervisors, 29599 Anganwari Workers and 29599 Anganwari helpers. She further informed that […]
315 road projects worth Rs 2560 cr submitted for funding: Naeem
Minister for Roads and Buildings, Naeem Akhtar, while replying to a question by Haji Abdul Rashid in the Legislative Assembly, informed the house that the state government has submitted 289 road projects involving an estimated cost of Rs 2488.06 crore to NABARD and CRF to be taken up across the state during the current financial […]
Cable Car proposed for Loran, Tosamaidan: Priya
JAMMU:_Govt making concerted efforts to promote tourism destinations in Bhaderwah, Doda Minister of State for Tourism Priya Sethi today said the government is contemplating to develop Cable Car in Loran and Tosamaidan to tap tourism potential of these areas. Responding to a question raised by legislator Shah Mohammad Tantray in the House, the Minister informed […]
89 flood-affected Kupwara families provided compensation: Javaid Mustafa
JAMMU, : Minister for Relief and Rehabilitation Javaid Mustafa Mir today informed the Legislative Assembly that the government has provided Rs 48.33 lakh compensation to 89 affected families of Kupwara constituency whose houses were damaged during September 2014 floods. Responding to a question raised by MLA Advocate Bashir Ahmad Dar, the Minister said compensation […]
