Lt Governor inaugurates ‘Brainstorming on implementation of NEP-2020 in J&K’
Emphasizes student feedback, teachers’ training Calls for timely implementation of key provisions of NEP-2020. Advises institution of annual awards for research and innovation New Education Policy contains features of Equity, Quality, Affordability, and Accountability SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 20: “ National Education Policy 2020 is not only a historic and holistic document but for the first time, […]
The Centre on Sunday said there are no restrictions on movement of any individual, including the members of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Union Minister of State for Home G Kishan Reddy said in Lok Sabha that based on inputs received from the law enforcement agencies in view of the prevailing security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, the movement of some individuals, who are under security protection, got restricted to ensure their safety and security after the abrogation of Article 370 a year ago. “At present, there are no restrictions on movement but for the security advisories to maintain the law and order situation and no person is under House arrest in Jammu and Kashmir for reasons not related to public health guidelines,” he said in written response to a question. Reddy said there are no restrictions on movement of any individual, including the protectees of the Peoples Democratic Party. “Considering the law and order and security situation of a particular area, it is imperative that prior intimation is given by the protected persons regarding their movements etc.,” he said.
Asserting that the terror infrastructure in Pakistan is intact, a top Border Security Force (BSF) officer on Sunday said airdropping of weapons by drones in Jammu and Kashmir is a new challenge along with various anti-India elements coming together. Inspector General of Border Security Force (BSF), Jammu frontier, N S Jamwal said all security agencies […]
COVID-19: J-K records 1,457 new cases; total 63,990
Srinagar: Seventy-seven travelers were among 1,457 fresh COVID-19 cases reported in Jammu and Kashmir in last 24 hours, taking its total count to 63990, reported a local news agency, Global News Service (GNS). Unidentified official sources told GNS that 817 cases were from Jammu and 640 from Kashmir Valley. Giving breakup of the cases, they […]
In parliament, NC leaders protest against “fake encounters and custodial killings”
On Sunday, the National Conference (NC) President Farooq Abdullah staged a protest demonstration outside Parliament against “fake encounters and custodial killings in Kashmir”. Mr. Abdullah along with Hasnain Masoodi, both members of parliament, were protesting against the alleged staged gunfight in Shopian by the army in which three were killed; and against the alleged killing […]
Army Chief visits forward areas, meets commanders
Srinagar: Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane held several top-level meetings with ground commanders of the Army in Srinagar and also visited forward areas, especially after recent reports that the western border was also hotting up. Reports said that the Army Chief has asked the commanders not to lower their guard even in the winters […]
Lt Governor tours Anantnag, reviews developmental scenario
“Atmosphere of Change is visible in J&K, Youth to be the drivers of Progress”, Lt Governor e-inaugurates and lays foundation stones of developmental projects worth Rs.92.23 Crores Inaugurates Women’s T20 cricket tournament at GDC, Khanabal e-foundation stone of Degree College, Mattan Laid Meets various delegations including BDC’s, Public Representatives, and Leaders of Political parties International […]
Day 118: Jammu, Srinagar Airports receive 29 domestic flights with 4,005 passengers aboard
JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 19: On day 118 of resumption of routine domestic operations in Jammu and Kashmir, 29 domestic flights with 4,005 passengers on board today arrived at Jammu and Srinagar Airports. A total of 1289 passengers aboard 10 regular commercial flights arrived at the Jammu Airport while 19 domestic flights with about 2716 passengers aboard […]
JK reports 1492 new positive cases, 40265 recovered so far
JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 19: The Government on Saturday informed that 1492 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 831 from Jammu division and 661 from Kashmir division, have been reported today thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 62533. Also 21 COVID-19 deaths have been reported; 14 from Jammu […]
COVID-19: Govt evacuates 4,65,721 stranded JK residents; 3,30,845 via Lakhanpur, 1,34,876 through special trains
JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 19: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has evacuated about 4,65,721 JK residents, stranded in other parts of the country due to COVID lockdown, via Lakhanpur and through special trains and buses till date amid strict observance of all necessary guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures. As per the official data received in this regard, […]
Pak trying to promote terrorism in J&K in every possible way, says DGP Dilbag Singh
Jammu and Kashmir DGP (director general of police) Dilbag Singh on Saturday accused Pakistan of trying to infiltrate terrorists in J&K. The DGP also said that Pakistan is trying to promote terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir by providing support to terror outfits. “Pakistan is trying to promote terrorism in every possible way in Jammu & […]
