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Srinagar: The IRP-20th Battalion of Jammu and Kashmir Police demonstrated its commitment to educational support andcommunity welfare by distributing books and stationery to orphans and girl children of Government Middle School Yakmanpora Parihaspora. The program aims for reaffirming it’s commitment to community welfare and the upliftment of the underprivilegedstudents, to provide essential educational material to Orphans and girl children.Comprehensive study kits containing notebooks, geometry boxes, school bags and other stationery items were distributed among these deserving students of the school. The Jammu and Kashmir Police views community engagement an integral part of its duty and investing in the education of…

Kupwara, September 23: District Administration Kupwara provided immediate relief to families affected in unfortunate fire incident in Punzwa Villgam causing damage to four residential houses last night. On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, a team led by Tehsildar Villgam, Dr. Kasir Bashir, visited the spot and distributed interim monetary relief among five affected families along with kitchen sets, tarpaulins, blankets, and one month’s advance ration. Expressing sympathy with the fire victims the Dy.commissioer assured full support from the administration, and directed assessment of property loss for sanction of relief under SDRF norms on immediate basis. He also…

Kupwara, September 22: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, today conducted a thorough inspection of the ongoing macadamization work on the Lolab parallel bypass. During the visit, the DC reviewed the progress of the project and emphasized the need for quality construction, ensuring timely completion, and adherence to safety standards. He interacted with the contractors and engineers, directing them to expedite the work while maintaining the highest quality standards. He also inspected the materials and machinery being used, stressing the importance of using top-grade materials. The Lolab parallel bypass is a crucial infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and reducing…

Kupwara, September 22: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS), today flagged off a group of beneficiaries from DC Office Complex Kupwara for an exposure-cum-training visit to the Government Sheep Breeding Farm, Poshnar, Rajwar Kupwara organized by the Department of Sheep Husbandry under the SEWA PARV initiative. During the interaction, DC appreciated the department’s efforts in empowering local breeders and assured beneficiaries of full support in adopting modern methods of sheep rearing. He emphasized that livestock holds immense potential for livelihood generation and income enhancement, particularly in rural areas.On the occasion, District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Dr Ishrat informed that the exposure…

Kupwara, Sept 19: In order to promote sporting culture and providing suitable platform for young sportsmen frontier premier cricket league is being organised in district kupwara in the month of October 2025. Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Shri Shrikant Suse chaired a meeting to finalize preparations for the upcoming Frontier Cricket Tournament.Tournament is being organised with collaborative efforts of district administration, JK police and Indian army. Detailed discussions held on tournament logistics, teams participation, publicity strategy , and venue management to ensure a smooth event.Tournament is based on message of “Nashamukt Kupwara” and with objective of creating vibrancy in zero border villages.…

KUPWARA, SEPTEMBER 19: A District Level Review Meeting under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) was today held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS), to review the progress of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan and analyze block-wise performance of NTEP activities across the district. The meeting conducted in online mode owing to ongoing Swasth Nari–Sashakt Pariwar Abhiyan (SN-SPA) and Nikshay Camps, was attended by the CMO Kupwara, BMO, and block-level NTEP staff. District TB Officer presented detailed data highlighting achievements made under the programme as well as gaps and challenges requiring immediate attention. During the…

Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) conducted a Bootcamp under the Startup Idea Challenge at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) in collaboration with its Technology Business Incubator Centre (SMVDU-TBIC) and the Entrepreneur Development Cell. The initiative is aimed at boosting the startup ecosystem of the Union Territory in line with the J&K Startup Policy 2024–27. Shri Chand Kishor Sharma (JKAS), Joint Director, JKEDI, was the Chief Guest on the occasion. In his address, he highlighted the various interventions and workshops being implemented under the Startup Policy and urged students to innovate and work towards building sustainable entrepreneurial ventures.…

Kupwara, September 18: The District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) Kupwara, chaired by Deputy Commissioner Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, convened today to review progress under the Mission YUVA . Following detailed scrutiny and deliberations, the Committee approved 764 eligible cases to receive financial assistance and capacity-building support for entrepreneurship development.During the discussion, DC directed to focus on specific potential groups, including college students, Self Help Group members—especially Lakhpati Didis—Vishwakarma-sponsored artisans, and existing nano-enterprises for upgradation. He directed that Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) must be prepared meticulously to minimize the risk of failure of business units and emphasised on the need for continuous…

Peerzada Zubair Kupwara : The league stage of the KNKPL-2025 ended with a thriller between Friends XI Lolab and Lazzat Sopore. Needing to restrict Lazzat Sopore under 135 runs to make a place in the semi-finals, Friends XI found themselves in a soup at 66-6 on the back of some disciplined bowling by Lazzat Sopore and some questionable shot selection by the batsmen. However, Nasir Ganie rose to the occasion and smashed 82 runs off just 35 balls to take Friends XI Lolab to 164/6.Aiming to restrict Lazzat Sopore within 135 runs to secure a spot in the Semi-finals, Friends…