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Kupwara: Marble Colony Batergam Residents Protest Against Jal Shakti Department Over Water Supply Failure

27

Jul

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kupwara: Marble Colony Batergam Residents Protest Against Jal Shakti Department Over Water Supply Failure

Irfan Lone Kupwara : Residents of Marble Colony Batergam in North Kashmir's Kupwara district staged a silent protest against the Jal Shakti Department, alleging the department's failure to provide water supply services despite an agreement signed in 2023. The residents expressed their frustration, claiming that despite paying the full amount of the agreement charges, they are still without a reliable water supply. Gh Nabi Dar, a resident of Marble Colony Batergam, stated that, "We were promised regular water supply services by the Jal Shakti Department last year. Even after fulfilling all our financial obligations, we are still deprived of this…

Accused booked for kindling forest fire in Kupwara.

25

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Accused booked for kindling forest fire in Kupwara.

Irfan Lone Kupwara: In North Kashmir's Kupwara district, Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara booked one person for kindling forest fire in Ladah Forest of Kalaroose area. According to official, in a routine inspection, forest beat official Kalaroose Bashir Ahmad Lone, accompanied by Nazir Ahmad Lone, apprehended an individual in connection with a forest fire in the 114 NL Kalaroose beat, North Lolab Range, Kamraj Forest Division. The accused has been handed over to Police Post Kalaroose for lodgement of FIR . Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Kamraj, Anurag Arya, IFS, confirmed the arrest and emphasized the severe repercussions for those responsible for…

Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara carriedout plantation drive under the aegis of ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ at Upper Primary School Chak Kegam Kupwara.

24

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara carriedout plantation drive under the aegis of ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ at Upper Primary School Chak Kegam Kupwara.

Peerzada Zubair Kupwara: In a significant initiative aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara in collaboration with the Chak Kegam Army Unit , organized a Tree Plantation Drive and Pledge Ceremony at Upper Primary School, Chak Kegam. The event, held under the aegis of "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam," saw the participation of 70 individuals, including school students, teachers, and officials from the Kamraj Forest Division. The drive underscored the pressing need to nurture nature for a sustainable future, highlighting the critical threats posed by resource exploitation and pollution. Participants planted trees and took a pledge to adopt…

Kupwara Range Triumphs in Kamraj Cricket Tournament 2024 Final

21

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Sports, Top Stories

Kupwara Range Triumphs in Kamraj Cricket Tournament 2024 Final

Kupwara: The final match of the Kamraj Cricket Tournament 2024 witnessed a thrilling contest between Kupwara Range and Kamraj Division Team. Kupwara Range, after winning the toss and electing to bat first, posted a formidable total of 104 runs in 12 overs. The innings was spearheaded by the openers, with Mushtaq Ahmad Dentoo scoring a brisk 42 runs and Suhail Ahmad War contributing a valuable 45 runs. Their partnership set a strong foundation for Kupwara Range, ensuring a challenging target for the Kamraj Division Team. In response, the Kamraj Division Team struggled to keep up with the required run rate…

HUDD’s sustainable kit initiative leads to Plastic-Free Amarnath Yatra 2024

20

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Business

HUDD’s sustainable kit initiative leads to Plastic-Free Amarnath Yatra 2024

The Amarnath Yatra 2024 pilgrimage is set to be free of plastic and waste, largely due to unique initiatives by the Housing and Urban Development Department. The department's extensive awareness campaign has greatly influenced the pilgrims, encouraging them to act responsibly during their journey. The department has provided sustainable kits to the pilgrims, which include items like a steel water bottle, spoon, glass, bamboo toothbrush, cloth bag, cloth hand towel, and herbal soap, and have become immensely popular among pilgrims.“This innovative experiment was conducted with a behavioural change approach, and the results have been incredibly successful," said Ms. Mandeep Kaur,…

Lt Governor launches ‘Hausla 2.0’ and JK Startup portal

20

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top StoriesJammu Kashmir

Lt Governor launches ‘Hausla 2.0’ and JK Startup portal

Today marks a milestone on the path of women's empowerment and youth entrepreneurship in J&K: LG Sinha Hausla program’s prime objective is to harness the entrepreneurial potential of women in J&K UT, increase financial access and market reach for women entrepreneurs and to create a nurturing ecosystem for women's economic empowerment: LG We want women entrepreneurs of J&K UT to build global brands and fortunes through their own hard work and strong drive: LG Sinha Our focus is women-led development and dedicated efforts have been made for women's economic participation to boost economic growth: LG SRINAGAR, JULY 20: Lieutenant Governor…

Inter-Village Cross-Country Championship for Boys and Girls on the Occasion of Kargil Vijay Divas: Rajat Jayanti Mahotsav, 2024

20

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Business, Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Inter-Village Cross-Country Championship for Boys and Girls on the Occasion of Kargil Vijay Divas: Rajat Jayanti Mahotsav, 2024

Zubair Ahmad Kupwara: On the momentous occasion of Kargil Vijay Divas: Rajat Jayanti Mahotsav, the Indian Army, a steadfast beacon guiding the youth towards positive engagement and motivation in various sports activities, organized an Inter-Village Cross-Country Championship at Vilgam Army Camp. This event, emphasizing the joy of the journey over the finish line, aimed to expose the youth of Kashmir to diverse co-curricular and sporting activities.The championship, conducted for senior boys and girls from classes 8 to 12, saw enthusiastic participation from the villages of Kakrosa, Magam, Gushi, Haphruda, Jaba, and Vilgam block. Initial screening of participants was carried out…

20

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Cyber Cell Kupwara saved Rupees 84484 in Online Financial Frauds

Kupwara, July 20 : Cyber Cell Kupwara successfully solved online financial fraud cases, Cyber Cell Kupwara received complaint regarding online financial fraud of RS. 84484. Soon after receipt of complaint cyber cell Kupwara collected evidence /information from the victim .The financial fraud was fake Whatsapp Call and was asked to submit school fee which was pending and was further asked from fraudster to open your Phone Pay, after following the directions the victim have lost RS. 84484. Cyber Cell Kupwara by using cyber tactics successfully blocked the transactions and the amount was put on hold and saved this whole amount.…

ADC Kupwara visits border area Keran, listens grievances of people

18

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

ADC Kupwara visits border area Keran, listens grievances of people

KUPWARA, JULY 18: On the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Ms Ayushi Sudan, ADC Kupwara, Mohd Rouf Rahman today visited border area Keran in district Kupwara to take stock of problems and grievances of the people living there.On his arrival, the ADC chaired a meeting of all Tehsil level officers at Mini Secretariat Keran to review the functioning and performance of the departments in the far flung border area. He impressed upon the officers to work with utmost dedication and coordination in resolving the issues of the people.The meeting was attended by Tehsildar Keran, SHO, NT Keran, Principal HSS Keran,…

17

Jul

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Business

Kashmir Writers’ Association Raises Awareness on Drug Abuse in Anantnag

Oplus_131072 In an effort to tackle the escalating issue of drug abuse in Kashmir, the Kashmir Writers' Association hosted a pivotal awareness event at the Shereen Conference Hall,Anantnag. The event drew significant participation from community leaders, intellectuals, and concerned citizens, aiming to shed light on the multifaceted challenges posed by substance abuse and to galvanize collective action against it. The event, marked by insightful speeches and presentations, featured prominent figures who brought diverse perspectives to the forefront. Hafiz Tariq,a distinguished speaker renowned for his scholarly insights, took the stage to address the audience on the theme of drug abuse within…