By Sameer Ahmad Every year on June 5, people across more than 143 countries unite to mark World Environment Day—an occasion that has grown into the most significant global platform for environmental awareness and action. First organized by the United Nations in 1974, this day has evolved from a ceremonial observance to a worldwide movement […]
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Voices of Appreciation
By Ajaz Rashid For ordinary Kashmiris, the railway is a lifeline that transcends transportation. Jibran, a Srinagar resident, shared how the train offers safer, more affordable travel for families who once relied on costly flights or feared the unpredictability of highway closures during harsh winters. “This train has brought safety, affordability, and convenience. It feels […]
Only Security Under My Control, Rest with Elected Govt: LG Sinha
By Ajaz Rashid Srinagar: In a straightforward and important statement at the concluding session of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday responded to Education and Social Welfare Minister Sakina Itoo’s appeal for greater government support. “Sakina Ji made a request, saying the LG should announce a new agriculture related project […]
Power Shutdown
SRINAGAR, JUNE 14: According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, in order to carry out the work of erection of 13 mtr long ST Poles of 33 KV Budgam SIDCO Tap line for 2×1.6 MVA ESIC Hospital opposite NIFT Ompora SIDCO site, shutdown of 33 KV Budgam SIDCO Tap line shall be observed due to […]
Tracks of Destiny
By Ajaz Rashid On June 6, 2025, history thundered across the Himalayas as a Vande Bharat Express crossed the towering Chenab Bridge—marking the fulfillment of a century-old dream. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), a marvel of modern engineering that now stitches Kashmir to the rest of India by rail. More […]
Give top priority to youth fitness and nurturing sporting excellence: CS
SRINAGAR, JUNE 12: In a significant move to harness the power of youth and channel their energies into productive and health-enhancing pursuits, CS (Chief Secretary), Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the performance and roadmap of the Youth Services & Sports Department (YS&S). The meeting witnessed vibrant discussions on expanding the sporting […]
Railway Taxi Association Meets Satish Sharma, Pushes for Upgrade Inclusion
LG Manoj Sinha Inspects Yatri Niwas, Reviews Amarnath Yatra Preparations at Baltal
Ganderbal, June 11: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday conducted an on-site inspection of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board’s Disaster Management and Yatri Niwas Complex at Baltal in Ganderbal district, ahead of the annual pilgrimage. The Lieutenant Governor reviewed the ongoing infrastructure development works and emphasized the need for timely completion to ensure improved […]
J&K, first among all States /UTs, to get sanction under PMGSY-IV
Lieutenant Governor expresses gratitude to PM and Union Rural Development Minister for sanctioning 316 road projects under Batch-I of PMGSY-IV The biggest ever package sanctioned for J&K under PMGSY to provide connectivity to 390 eligible habitations with population more than 250 souls The approved 1781 KMs road length at an estimated cost of Rs. 4224.23 […]
Arrangements for Annual Shree Hudh Mata Trisandhiya Yatra 2025 finalised at Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, JUNE 10: The District Administration Kishtwar has finalized the necessary arrangements for the smooth conduct of the Annual Shree Hudh Mata Trisandhiya Yatra 2025, scheduled to commence on June 26, 2025. The Holy Mace (Charri Mubarak) will arrive at Gauri Shankar Mandir, Sarkoot Kishtwar on June 28, 2025. At a joint review meeting held […]