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Anantnag, Aug. 1: MLA Shangus Anantnag East, Advocate Reyaz Ahmad Khan, has welcomed the Government's notification operationalising the provisions of the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, describing it as a landmark decision that will safeguard the constitutional and legal rights of Gujjar, Bakerwal and other forest-dwelling communities. In a statement issued here, Khan said the notification has brought much-needed clarity by directing that no demarcation, eviction or displacement of eligible forest dwellers can be undertaken without strictly adhering to the procedure prescribed under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. He said the decision vindicates the concerns raised by him over the…

Kupwara, 01 August : The Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara,Shrikant Suse today disbursed labour compensation to applicants in two separate cases under Section 4 of the Employees' Compensation Act, reaffirming the district administration's commitment to the welfare and rights of workers. The compensation cheques were presented to the Deputy Commissioner by the Assistant Labour Commissioner, Kupwara,Rahil Amin(JKAS) and were subsequently disbursed to the concerned applicants.In the first case, a compensation amount of Rs. 15,37,704 (Rupees Fifteen Lakh Thirty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred and Four only) was disbursed to the applicant. In the second case, a compensation amount of Rs. 15,28,875 (Rupees Fifteen Lakh…

Karnah, August 01: Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Karnah, conducted an on-spot inspection of the Nallah at Hajinarh along with Tehsildar Karnah and officials of Irrigation & Flood Control Department to assess the requirement of flood protection measures. During the visit, locals apprised the administration about damages caused during recent rains and highlighted the need for flood protection works, improvement of the existing culvert, and strict action against illegal mining activities affecting the natural course of the Nallah. Taking immediate cognizance, the SDM directed the concerned department to prepare a DPR and detailed estimate for the required flood protection works on priority.…

KUPWARA, JULY 31: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the officers concerned to assess the progress of developmental works being executed under the District CAPEX Budget 2026-27 and review the implementation of sanitation initiatives across the district.During the meeting, the DDC conducted a detailed block-wise review of the ongoing works and directed all executing agencies to accelerate the pace of execution to ensure timely completion of projects within the stipulated timeframe. He emphasized that all works must be executed in strict adherence to the prescribed quality standards and called for regular field…

The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), J&K has initiated enforcement action following the declaration of four Ghee samples of different brands, namely Dairy Mohan, Apna Dairy Milk, Sahi Taj, and Milk Bite, as Unsafe by the National Food Laboratory, Ghaziabad. Based on the laboratory reports, the Designated Officer, Food Safety, Anantnag, seized 1,250 litres of Ghee belonging to the affected batch numbers, valued at approximately ₹4.88 lakh, and issued a Prohibition Order under the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The sale and distribution of the affected batches have also been prohibited under Section 36(3)(b) read with…

Kupwara July 31 :In a significant step towards ensuring inclusive governance and extending digital services to the remotest areas, the District Administration Kupwara today established a Common Service Centre (CSC) at Seemari Village of Sub-Division Karnah, a strategically located border village covered under the Vibrant Village Programme Phase-II . The initiative reflects the commitment of the District Administration towards proactive governance, digital inclusion, and last-mile delivery of public services, enabling residents of the far-flung border areas to access essential government services closer to their homes. The CSC will facilitate various online services, including government service delivery, banking facilities, e-KYC services,…

Uri, July 30: As part of Operation Sadbhavna, the Indian Army on Thursday organised a comprehensive Medical and Veterinary Assistance Camp at Gohallan village in Uri, providing free healthcare services to hundreds of residents and livestock owners from remote border villages. The camp was conducted by the Bajrang Battalion, with their medical officer and a Veterinary Officer from army along with Dr. Mohd Naiem, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Uri and a team of medical and veterinary staff.A total of 279 patients, including 108 men, 116 women, and 55 children, received free medical consultations, medicines, and preventive healthcare guidance. Special consultations on…

Baramulla, July 2026: The month-long Varmul Gindo 3.0, the largest sporting festival of Baramulla district, concluded on a grand note. The event was organised by the Indian Army's Dagger Division in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council, the District Youth Services & Sports Department, and the Baramulla Sports Association. The General Officer Commanding (GOC), Dagger Division, graced the closing ceremony as the Chief Guest, while MLA Baramulla Javid Hassan Beigh attended as the Guest of Honour.Held under the theme "Messenger of Peace," the sports festival witnessed the participation of nearly 3,600 athletes, including both boys and girls, from…