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Srinagar :The Faculty of Agriculture, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), in collaboration with the J&K Science, Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC), organized a One-Day National Conference-cum-Workshop on “Role of AI in Data-Driven Informed Decision Making” at the Conference Hall, FoA, Wadura, on September 25, 2025. The event was held to commemorate the 132nd birth anniversary of Professor (Dr.) P.C. Mahalanobis, the father of modern statistics in India. The programme was held under the patronage of Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, with Prof. (Dr.) Haroon Naik (Director Research) and Prof. (Dr.) Shakeel A. Mir…

Srinagar : The Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier is set to host the "Save Wular Run with Border man" marathon on October 12, 2025, as part of its environmental preservation initiative. The event aims to promote environmental awareness, foster bonding with the local populace, and encourage youth to focus on positive goals.The T-shirt unveiling ceremony for the marathon was held at Hangul Officer's Institute, BSF Frontier HQ Humhama, in the presence of distinguished guests, including Shri Satish S Khandare, IPS, ADG, HQ Spl DG (WC) Chandigarh, Shri Soloman Minz, IPS, IG STC Kashmir, Shri Ashok Yadav, IPS, IG, BSF…

Minga Sherpa Directs Officers for Timely Verification and Validation of Applications Baramulla, September 26: The Deputy Commissioner Baramulla Minga Sherpa today chaired a review meeting at the DC Office Meeting Hall to assess the progress of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)-Urban 2.0 in the district.During the meeting, the DC reviewed the status of applications received on the Unified Web Portal and examined their verification and validation process. He emphasized timely completion of scrutiny so that genuine beneficiaries are covered under the scheme.The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Syed Altaf Hussain Musvi, Tehsildars of Baramulla, Sopore, Kunzer, Pattan,…

KUPWARA, September 26 : The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Sharikanth Balasaheb Suse ( IAS ) Friday convened a meeting of the District Level Committee regarding Change of Land Use (CLU) cases in the district. At the outset, detailed discussion was held regarding comments submitted by various departments for the issuance of NOCs of pending cases of CLU in the district. As many as 20 cases were put up for discussion; after thorough deliberation on various aspects of the policy, 08 cases were approved by the committee, 03were rejected and 09 cases were reverted to applicants to get some observations cleared.The…

Kupwara, Sept 25: The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (DCDRC) Kupwara has handed over compensation cheques worth ₹8 lakh to a local vehicle owner, after holding Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Ltd. guilty of deficiency in service and unfair trade practice for failing to settle a valid insurance claim.The case was filed in 2017 by Irfan Ahmad Dar, a resident of Sirajpora, Handwara, who owned a TATA Sumo (JK09-5701) insured with Bajaj Allianz under a policy valid from April 18, 2015, to April 17, 2016. On March 19, 2016, the vehicle met with an accident at Sirajpora while plying from…

Kupwara, August 14: In a landmark judgment, the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (DCDRC) Kupwara has handed over compensation cheques worth more than ₹3.7 lakh, along with interest, to a local bakery owner whose shop was destroyed in a massive fire nearly a decade ago.The complaint was filed by Abdul Majeed Mir S/O Abdullah Mir R/O Cheki Hatmulla, Kupwara, who had insured his bakery shop with Bajaj Allianz under Policy No. OG-16-1205-4092-00036008. The policy, valid from 27 September 2015 to 26 September 2016, was taken by paying a premium of ₹2,994. However, tragedy struck on the night of 18 March…

Kupwara : As part of SEWA PARV–2025, the Forest Division Kupwara, in collaboration with the Forest Development Corporation (FDC), Extraction Division Zangli, JKPCC, and allied agencies, targeted awareness and greening programmes addressing two critical concerns, sustainable timber use and industrial environmental responsibility. An extensive awareness programme was organized at Timber Depot Zangli for timber dealers, concessionists, and local communities, highlighting the promotion of eco-friendly infrastructure and the adoption of agro-wood as a substitute for conventional timber. The initiative aimed at reducing pressure on natural forests, conserving valuable resources, and encouraging stakeholders to adopt sustainable practices. On the occasion, concessional timber…

Kupwara, 25-09-2025:District Police Kupwara observed Thana Diwas across police stations of the district with active participation of citizens, community representatives, and civil society stakeholders. The initiative was aimed at strengthening police-public relations and addressing grievances of the people at the police station level in a transparent and participative manner. During the programme, officers interacted directly with the public, listened to their concerns, and discussed measures for timely redressal of issues related to law and order, public safety, and other local problems. Special emphasis was laid on building mutual trust, improving service delivery, and ensuring that people feel connected and confident…

Kupwara, 25-09-2025:The District Police, Kupwara has organized extensive awareness programmes to educate the public and stakeholders about the provisions of the New Criminal Laws (NCL) — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). The initiative aims to ensure that citizens are well informed about the changes in criminal jurisprudence and their rights and responsibilities under the new legal framework. As part of this campaign, Police Station Kupwara, Police Station Kralpora, Police Station Sogam, and Police Post Bazar actively conducted awareness drives, public meetings, and interactive sessions. Police officers explained the key features of…

Kupwara, September 25: As part of the ongoing Sewa Parv 2025 and Swachhata Hi Sewa campaign, the Muncipal Council Kupwara organized the “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath” drive which was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS) in presence of MLA Kupwara, Mir Mohammad Fayaz from Town hall Kupwara to Main Market Kupwara. The event marked a collective pledge towards building a clean, green, and healthy Kupwara. As part of the launch, waste collection hoppers were also flagged off, equipping the campaign with essential resources for effective sanitation work. Before flagging off the drive, Deputy Commissioner highlighted…