JKDASTAK Webdesk

719 Posts
Machil Valley Emerges as New Border Tourism Hub in Kupwara, Locals Hope for Jobs, Economic Growth

Machil Valley Emerges as New Border Tourism Hub in Kupwara, Locals Hope for Jobs, Economic Growth

Peerzada Zubair Kupwara (J&K), August 31: Machil Valley in North Kashmir’s Kupwara district is emerging as a new border tourism destination, drawing visitors with its scenic mountains, pristine landscapes and unexplored natural beauty, while locals hope the growing tourist footfall will create jobs and boost the local economy. Located close to the Line of Control, Machil has witnessed increasing tourist interest in recent times. Residents have welcomed the visitors and said tourism could open new avenues of livelihood for local families, youth, women and small businesses. The Indian Army has also taken initiatives to promote tourism in the remote border…
Read More
TAHIR SALEEM KHAN ASSUMES CHARGE AS SSP HANDWRA

TAHIR SALEEM KHAN ASSUMES CHARGE AS SSP HANDWRA

Handwara : Tahir Saleem Khan–JKPS has assumed charge as the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Police District Handwara, succeeding Shri Sahil Sarangal–IPS. On assuming charge, Tahir Saleem Khan expressed his commitment towards strengthening public safety, professional policing, community engagement and effective crime prevention, with a special focus on maintaining peace and security across the district. Police District Handwara extends a warm welcome to the new SSP and wishes him a successful tenure
Read More
FDA J&K PROHIBITS SALE, STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION OF 10 NON-CONFORMING GHEE BATCHES ACROSS THE UNION TERRITORY

FDA J&K PROHIBITS SALE, STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION OF 10 NON-CONFORMING GHEE BATCHES ACROSS THE UNION TERRITORY

Srinagar, Aug 30 : The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), Jammu & Kashmir, has prohibited the sale, storage, distribution and display of 10 identified brands/batches of Ghee across the Union Territory after laboratory analysis found the products to be Sub-standard, Unsafe and Misbranded. The action has been taken under the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, following laboratory examination of samples by the Notified Food Analyst, National Food Laboratory, Ghaziabad, and the Food Testing Laboratory, Kashmir.The prohibited products include Dairy Mohan, Apna Dairy Milk, Milk Bite, Nandni, Shahi Taj, Daawat Fresh, Nand Krishna, Vandu, Dairy Milk and…
Read More
FDA, J&K CONDUCTS 140 INSPECTIONS; 55 FOOD SAMPLES LIFTED ACROSS UT

FDA, J&K CONDUCTS 140 INSPECTIONS; 55 FOOD SAMPLES LIFTED ACROSS UT

The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K, conducted food safety enforcement activities across various districts of the Union Territory. During the drive, 140 inspections were conducted and 55 food samples were lifted for testing of quality and safety parameters. The samples included milk and milk products, edible oils and spices, besides other food commodities.As part of the enforcement action, 17 Improvement Notices were issued to various Food Business Operators under Section 32 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and 11 cases were compounded under Section 69 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, involving a total penalty…
Read More
INDIAN ARMY CELEBRATES RAKSHA BANDHAN WITH DAUGHTERS OF URI

INDIAN ARMY CELEBRATES RAKSHA BANDHAN WITH DAUGHTERS OF URI

Baramulla , Aug 28 : In a heartwarming gesture aimed at strengthening the bond between the Indian Army and the local community, the daughters of Uri celebrated Raksha Bandhan with army personnel of Kalapahar Bde 28 Aug 2026. The event was organized under the aegis of Operation Sadbhavna and witnessed enthusiastic participation from local girls, women, and Army personnel.During the programme, girls tied Rakhis to Army personnel, symbolizing the sacred bond of trust, affection, and mutual respect. The soldiers, in turn, expressed their commitment towards ensuring their safety, security, and well-being. The interaction provided an opportunity for meaningful engagement between…
Read More
KUPWARA WOMEN CELEBRATED RAKSHABANDHAN WITH SOLDIERS AT PATAHIRRI GARRISSON

KUPWARA WOMEN CELEBRATED RAKSHABANDHAN WITH SOLDIERS AT PATAHIRRI GARRISSON

Kupwara, 28 August : Local women from various villages tie "Rakhis' to jawans from Kupwara Terriers. The festival of Rakshabandhan signifies the bond of love and care between brothers and sisters was celebrated at Patahirri Garrison with great zest & fuervour on 28 Aug 25. Local women from Kupwara tied rakhis to jawans as a symbolic gesture of unconditional support, trust and affection. The jawans who are away from their families appreciated the gesture and expressed their gratitude to the women who came to celebrate this elegant festival with them. The jawans showed respect, presented gifts and vowed to stand…
Read More
DC Kupwara Chairs District Level Committee Meeting on National Rabies Control Programme (NRCP) and SPCA

DC Kupwara Chairs District Level Committee Meeting on National Rabies Control Programme (NRCP) and SPCA

Directs Launch of Anti-Rabies Vaccination Camps, Awareness Drives in Schools Kupwara, August 27: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee constituted under the National Rabies Control Programme (NRCP). eviewed matters pertaining to the Society during the same meeting. The meeting was attended by Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kupwara, Dr. Zaffar; Chief Education Officer (CEO), Chief Animal Husbandry Officer (CAHO); BDO Hqr District Epidemiologist; besides officers from the Army and Police Department.During the meeting, the DC undertook a detailed review of the status of rabies prevention and control measures in the district, taking…
Read More
Food Safety Regulations to Be Strictly Implemented in All J&K Schools. FDA J&K Writes to Directors of School Education

Food Safety Regulations to Be Strictly Implemented in All J&K Schools. FDA J&K Writes to Directors of School Education

Srinagar, Aug 27: The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), Jammu & Kashmir, has called for strict and effective implementation of the Food Safety and Standards (Safe Food and Balanced Diets for Children in School) Regulations, 2020 in all Government and private schools across Jammu & Kashmir. In a communication addressed to the Directors of School Education, Jammu and Kashmir, the FDA has emphasized the need to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Regulations, which seek to ensure the availability of safe, hygienic and nutritionally balanced food in and around educational institutions and to safeguard the health and well-being of…
Read More
Training Programme on Digital Crop Survey held at Kupwara

Training Programme on Digital Crop Survey held at Kupwara

Kupwara, August 27: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, a comprehensive training programme on Digital Crop Survey was conducted today at the Main Meeting Hall, DC Office Kupwara, with the aim of ensuring smooth and effective implementation of the survey across the district. The joint training programme was conducted under the supervision of Assiatant Commsiiner Revenue Peerzada Mumtaz Ahmad Sub Divisional Magistrate, Dr. Mudasir Ahmad who guided the participants through the entire process with a hands-on approach. During the training session, the participants were apprised in detail about the Digital Crop Survey, with special emphasis laid on…
Read More
Rafiabad Cricket Tournament Begins at Dangiwacha Stadium; Finalists to Qualify for Kilo North Cricket Tournament

Rafiabad Cricket Tournament Begins at Dangiwacha Stadium; Finalists to Qualify for Kilo North Cricket Tournament

Baramulla: The Rafiabad Cricket Tournament commenced with enthusiasm at Dangiwacha Stadium on Tuesday, bringing together local youth, sports enthusiasts and members of civil society in a celebration of sportsmanship, youth engagement and community participation.The tournament is being organised by Dangiwacha Camp of 32 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) under the aegis of Headquarters 7 Sector RR. The inaugural ceremony was attended by the Second-in-Command (2IC), 32 RR, along with the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Langate Range, besides other administrative and civil dignitaries. As part of the inauguration, a special tree plantation drive was also organised at Dangiwacha Stadium. Army personnel, Forest Department…
Read More