Jammu & Kashmir

Jai Ram couldn’t complete any work IN FIVE YEARS: Mukesh Agnihotri

16 Dec 2023 14:14 PM IST

Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri said that opposition leader Jai Ram Thakur has a “disturbed personality”. He said, “Jai Ram remained the Chief Minister of the state for 5 years but could not do any special work to increase investment in the state. Now questions are being raised on the

Srinagar hits -3.5°C, chilling cold grips Kashmir

16 Dec 2023 14:13 PM IST

The cold wave has tightened its grip on Kashmir as Srinagar shivered at a bone-chilling temperature of minus 3.5 degrees Celsius on Friday morning. The severe cold conditions persist, making life difficult, especially during the morning hours. The freezing temperatures have caused discomfort and hardship, and there seems to be

J&K approves 102 water schemes worth Rs 476.71 cr

16 Dec 2023 14:13 PM IST

Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in Jammu and Kashmir receives a significant boost with the approval of 102 new Water Supply Schemes by the Central Government. Valued at Rs 476.71 crore, these schemes aim to cover an additional 54,752 rural households in the Union Territory, ensuring Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs)

Kishtwar unleashes AI to combat crime and terrorism

16 Dec 2023 14:12 PM IST

In a groundbreaking move, Kishtwar became the first district in Jammu and Kashmir to integrate a high-tech AI-based facial detection system, enhancing security measures to counter potential terrorist and criminal activities. The Jammu and Kashmir Police have successfully introduced an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven facial recognition system, developed by a Chennai-based

Sukhu govt is zero in terms of development: Jai Ram Thakur

16 Dec 2023 14:11 PM IST

The Former Chief Minister and opposition leader Jairam Thakur said that the Congress government in the state is setting a record for borrowing every day, and the news of borrowing by the Sukhu government comes to light every day, but there is no talk of development by the government. He

J&K implements Anand Marriage Registration Rules, 2023

15 Dec 2023 13:43 PM IST

In a significant development, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has implemented the ‘Jammu and Kashmir Anand Marriage Registration Rules, 2023,’ allowing Sikh couples to register their marriages under the Anand Marriage Act. The new rules state that Sikh couples should complete the registration within three months of the solemnization, with

Indian Army’s operation Sadhbhavna empowers women cricketers

15 Dec 2023 13:41 PM IST

In a praiseworthy initiative under Operation Sadhbhavna, the Indian Army has been actively promoting women’s cricket, nurturing talent, and providing unique opportunities for players in conflict regions. The journey began in 2021 with a girls’ cricket championship in Kupwara, where six teams participated, marking the inaugural edition of the tournament.

J&K govt bids to restore temples damaged by terrorism

15 Dec 2023 13:39 PM IST

The government of Jammu and Kashmir is contemplating the formation of a high-level committee to restore temples that suffered destruction during the three decades of terrorism in the erstwhile state. This decision came to light during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by social activist Gautam Anand,

Srinagar hits its lowest temperature yet, at -5.4°C

15 Dec 2023 13:39 PM IST

Kashmir is freezing under an intense cold wave with Srinagar city recording the coldest night of this season even as the minimum settled several degrees below freezing point across the valley, officials said on Thursday. Srinagar city — the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir — recorded a low of

BJP President J.P. Nadda to visit Bilaspur on 16 Dec TO ASSESS DAMAGE FROM NATURAL DISASTERS

15 Dec 2023 13:38 PM IST

During a joint press conference with all Bharatiya Janata Party candidates in Bilaspur, MLA Randhir Sharma informed that an additional 633 crores have been released from the National Disaster Response Fund by the Ministry of Home Affairs due to the significant damage caused by natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh. He

With Centre’s help, the state received Rs 633.73 crores: Dr Bindal

15 Dec 2023 13:38 PM IST

Dr. Rajeev Bindal, the state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), expressed gratitude, stating that the central government has been supportive. On December 12, the Ministry of Home Affairs sanctioned an additional financial aid of 633.73 crores from the National Disaster Response Fund for Himachal Pradesh. Dr Bindal extended

J&K equips forest guard against terrorism threats

15 Dec 2023 13:37 PM IST

In a pivotal development, the Jammu and Kashmir Administration has equipped the Forest Protection Force with weapons, empowering them to counter terrorism threats while ensuring the security of the expansive forests in the region. The Forest Protection Force Team stationed in Rajouri has been armed, with directives to conduct regular