SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday called for collective efforts to protect the environment, saying it is vital for a healthier planet for future generations. “On World Environment Day, let’s rededicate ourselves to the conservation of Mother Earth and preservation of nature’s delicate balance. Our collective efforts towards environmental protection […]
JAMMU — The youth wing of the BJP on Thursday held a protest here against the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government in Jammu and Kashmir, accusing it of failing to fulfil its promise of providing one lakh jobs to educated youth. Led by the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) president Arun Prabhat, scores of party […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a fire incident in Delhi. “Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in a tragic fire incident in Malviya Nagar, Delhi. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families in this hour […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday led his party MLAs and independents supporting him for a meeting at on off-site location amid claims by Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma that the National Conference government can fall anytime. Sharma had claimed that several ruling party MLAs were on the verge of […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday flagged off a cyclothon at the Royal Springs Golf Course (RSGC) here to mark World Bicycle Day. The event, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council under its flagship initiative “My Youth My Pride”, witnessed enthusiastic participation from cyclists, youth, students and sports […]
SRINAGAR — The first batch of Haj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir returned from the annual pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday and were received at the airport here by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, officials said. They said the first flight carrying 144 pilgrims arrived at the Srinagar International Airport in the […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti has written to several political leaders and representatives in Jammu and Kashmir, urging them to come together and seek a sustained dialogue with the Government of India on issues concerning the Union Territory. Among those addressed by Mehbooba are Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Leader of […]
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation to ensure timely and concurrent transportation of baggage belonging to Haj pilgrims returning to Jammu and Kashmir from Saudi Arabia. In a letter addressed to Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, Abdullah highlighted the difficulties […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has convened a meeting of ruling National Conference MLAs and the independents supporting the government to discuss the “matters of collective importance” on June 3. Abdullah, in the invitation letter to the legislators, said the meeting will discuss and deliberate upon the matters of collective importance […]
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday visited the residence of the 12-year-old girl who was found murdered in Budgam and offered condolences to her family. The girl was found murdered in the Galwanpora area of Budgam district on Sunday, a day after she was reported missing. During his visit, Abdullah […]