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Srinagar: The National Health Mission (NHM) in Jammu and Kashmir on monday called upon the Omar Abdullah-led government to extend similar recognition and support to its employees, as demonstrated by the government of Maharashtra. The plea specifically concerns the long-serving employees working under the Jammu and Kashmir National Health Mission (NHM), many of whom have been working on a contractual basis for over a decade. In a statement issued here, the NHM highlighted that the Government of Maharashtra recently made a historic announcement to regularize NHM employees who had been working on contractual terms for past 10 years. As part…

Kupwara: In a swift response to heavy snowfall disrupting traffic across Kupwara district, Duty Officer Kupwara town Irfan Nazir and Duty Officer Drugmulla Bilal Rashid led coordinated efforts to assist stranded vehicles and ensure public safety here. The relentless snowfall, which began overnight, and intensified on Thursday afternoon, left numerous commuters trapped along the critical Drugmulla-Kupwara road stretch and in Kupwara’s main town. Sensing the exigency, the two police officers mobilized teams to clear snow, provide emergency aid, and guide the stranded drivers. The duo prioritized vulnerable passengers, including elderly individuals and children, ensuring their safe evacuation amid unrelenting snow…

Kupwara, February 24, 2025: As part of its relentless efforts to combat the drug menace, Kupwara Police apprehended a suspect and recovered contraband during a routine Naka checking at Dever near Kariwan Park under Police Station Lalpora on February 23, 2025.At approximately 1850 hours, a police team conducting routine surveillance observed a suspicious individual in the area. Acting swiftly, the Naka party tactfully apprehended the suspect, later identified as Mir Aatirul, son of Sonaullah Mir, resident of Chotiwari Sogam.Upon conducting a personal search, the police recovered 10 grams of Charas-like contraband substance from his possession. Subsequently, a case under FIR…

Kupwara, February 21, 2025: In a major success in the ongoing war against drug menace, Kupwara Police has detained a notorious drug peddler, Asad Ali Awan, son of Akhter Ali Awan, resident of Khawarpora Karnah, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT NDPS). The accused has been lodged in Kot Bhalwal Jail, Jammu, after obtaining a formal detention order from the competent authority. The accused was a habitual offender, previously involved in multiple narcotics-related cases, including:• FIR No. 98/2021 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act of Police Station Karnah• FIR No. 26/2022 U/S 8/21-29 NDPS…

Kupwara , Feb 21 : A heartfelt farewell ceremony was organized today at District Police Lines Kupwara to honor the distinguished service of outgoing Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) Peerzada Mujahid Ul Haq and Shri Rayees Ahmad Mir .The event was attended by senior officers and personnel of District Police Kupwara marking an occasion of gratitude and appreciation for the officers’ dedicated service.Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, Shri Ghulam Jeelani in his farewell address commended the remarkable contributions of DSP Mujahid Ul Haq and DSP Rayees during their tenure in Kupwara. He highlighted their professionalism, integrity, and commitment to…

Handwara 22_febuary 2025In a groundbreaking move towards digital policing, Police Station Vilgam in Handwara has registered its first electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) following a complaint lodged via WhatsApp. The complaint was filed by Imtiyaz Ahmad Dar, son of Mohd Assadullah Dar, a resident of Hanjipora, Kupwara, and the driver of SRTC bus No. JK01Y-1121.According to the complaint, the incident occurred earlier today while Imtiyaz was traveling from Tarathpora to Srinagar. He alleged that upon reaching Vilgam, he was wrongfully restrained and physically assaulted by two individuals—Ashiq Hussain Bhat and Gowher Ahmad Bhat, both sons of Samad Bhat and residents…

Karnah : In a remarkable initiative fostering national integration and awareness, 25 students from five states visited Tangdhar and Tithwal as part of the Border Area Youth Exchange Programme, organized by Nehru Yuva Kalyan Sansthan, Kupwara. The visit offered the young participants an immersive experience, blending history, culture, and the spirit of resilience. The contingent explored the Azmat-e-Hind Memorial, a tribute to India's military legacy, and paid homage at the sacred Sharda Devi Temple, an enduring symbol of cultural and spiritual heritage. They gained profound insights into the region’s rich military history, marked by the valour and supreme sacrifice of…

The J&K Youth Welfare Forum, in collaboration with the Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara, successfully conducted a plantation drive in the Sogam area of Lolab. The initiative was inaugurated by DFO Kamraj Kupwara, Anurag Ariya, and witnessed participation from various stakeholders, including Dr. Aijaz Bhat, President of the J&K Youth Welfare Forum, Range Officer Sogam Aijaz Ahmad, staff members of the Sogam range, civil society members, school children, and local women. During the event, nearly 200 plants were planted, marking the beginning of a larger goal to plant a total of 1,000 trees throughout the week. This plantation drive is part…