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Sopore : The Conservator of Forests (CF), North Forest Circle, Sh Irfan Ali Shah(IFS) today concluded an extensive field tour of the Kandi Range in Sopore, part of the Kamraj Forest Division. The visit was aimed at reviewing ongoing development projects, assessing forest conservation efforts, and interacting with frontline forest staff and community engagement.The CF was accompanied by Sh Owais Farooq (DCF),Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Kamraj Forest Division, Sh Javed Rahim, Deputy Director Forest Protection Force Baramulla,Sh Bilal Ahmad , Range officer Kandi Range and other forest officers and officials. The CoF inspected the site in Harvan Forest for the…

Kupwara, August 5 2025:Continuing its sustained efforts to eradicate the menace of drug peddling from the society Kupwara Police today apprehended a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession. Today a naka (checkpoint) was established by a police party on Lolab Bypass Road near Higher Secondary School Kupwara. During the naka checking a person moving from Kupwara towards Lolab was found behaving suspiciously. On noticing the presence of the naka party the individual attempted to flee the spot but was swiftly overpowered and apprehended by the alert police personnel.Upon personal search a charas-like substance was recovered from his…

Kupwara, August 28, 2025:JKRETTF Zone Khumeriyal today organized a grand farewell function at UPS Nard Gagal in honour of Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) Khumeriyal, Farooq Ahmad Khatana, who is superannuating after rendering dedicated service in the education sector. The event was graced by the Chief Education Officer Kupwara, Deputy CEO Kupwara, ZEOs of Sogam, Kupwara, Villgam, and Rajwar, as well as the Principals of HSS Warnow, Maidanpora, and Machil. Among the distinguished guests were Dr. Fareed, Naib Tehsildar Mushtaq, District President JKRETTF Kupwara Sheikh Parvaiz, Inspector Ashraf, Assistant Professor Ishrat Farooq (daughter of the retiring ZEO), and Jamsheed (son of…

Kupwara , 24 Aug : AWWA Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Tangdhar under the aegis of Shakti Vijay Brigade, presided over by Mrs. Sanjana Pradhan, Chairperson, Family Welfare Organisation. The event drew more than 150 dependents and families, including 4 Veer Naris and 16 widows, whose presence added grace and solemnity to the occasion. Children presented colourful and spirited performances that captivated the audience and set a vibrant tone for the day.In her address, Mrs. Pradhan lauded AWWA’s role as a pillar of support for the ex-servicemen fraternity and their families. She stressed the importance of women’s empowerment…

KUPWARA, AUGUST 20: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse today convened a meeting of concerned officers at meeting hall of D. C Office here to review the developmental works and beautification initiatives in Kupwara town. The meeting aimed to take stock of the progress on key infrastructure and civic projects, with a special focus on improving urban aesthetics, enhancing public facilities, and ensuring time-bound completion of various works under execution.During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of inter-departmental coordination to achieve tangible outcomes on the ground. He directed all departments to adhere to timelines and maintain quality standards…

Fresh batch of 76 students from Govt SPMR College passes out Jammu, August 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) felicitated 190 students from various colleges of Jammu Division with internship certificates at its Regional Campus here at Bari Brahmana on Wednesday.The certificates were awarded by the Joint Director, JKEDI, Sh. Chand Kishor Sharma (JKAS) during a simple but impressive function, for completion of the summer internship by these students at JKEDI. Students who underwent their 10-day (60 hours) Summer Internship at the Bari-Brahmana campus of the institute as per the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, expressed gratitude…

Kupwara : The 79th Independence Day was celebrated with great patriotic fervor across the Forest Division, with events held at both the Division and Range headquarters.At the Division Office, the celebrations were led by Mr. Owais Farooq Mir, Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), who unfurled the National Flag and addressed the gathering. In his speech, he reflected on the significance of the day, paid homage to the nation’s freedom fighters, and underscored the Forest Department’s vital role in environmental conservation, sustainable development, and raising public awareness. As part of the occasion, a Cleanliness Drive was conducted under the Swachhta Pakhwada initiative,…

KUPWARA, AUGUST 12:A review meeting on Mission YUVA was today convened at the Main Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex, Kupwara, under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS). The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Kupwara, Mufti Mohammad Fareed Ud Din, General Manager DIC, Sameer Jaan; Lead District Manager (LDM) Kupwara; nominated YUVA DOOTs; and officials from the Employment Department, District Industries Centre Kupwara, and the ADDC office. During the meeting, Mr. Faheem, Incharge of YUVA Helpdesk Kupwara, delivered a detailed presentation highlighting the objectives, progress, and challenges under Mission YUVA in the…