Jammu & Kashmir

Kupwara – Recovered Stolen and Lost Mobile Phones returned to Rightful Owners

Kupwara – Recovered Stolen and Lost Mobile Phones returned to Rightful Owners

In a first of its kind initiative, District Police Kupwara launched a public friendly operation to recover lost and stolen mobile phones to be returned to their rightful owners. All pending complaints of such nature were worked out and phones stolen / lost as long ago as 2022 were recovered from across the UT including from other parts of the country such as Haryana. Today, 14 such recovered mobiles were then handed over to their owners by the Police at DPO. The owners expressed their happiness at getting their phones back which they had purchased with their hard earned money.…
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127 Bn BSF in association with GMC Handwara organised Blood donation camp

127 Bn BSF in association with GMC Handwara organised Blood donation camp

Kupwara, June 11 : A blood donation camp was organised by 127 Bn BSF in association with the Government Medical College Handwara, at Sector Hospital BSF Kupwara on 11/06/2024. The Blood donation camp was inaugurated by Brig(Retd) M D Upadhyay , DIG SHQ BSF Kupwara. During his address, the DIG BSF welcomed Dr Javed Ahmad Sr Medical officer along with his team from GMC Handwara. He also emphasised the necessity and importance of Blood donation and mentined that such events play a pivotal role in saving lives and addressing the constant need of blood for the needy patients. Sh Jagir…
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Over 300 flood affected irrigation canals/Khuls restored,renovated in Kupwara district under MGNREGA convergence, farmers have sighs of relief

Over 300 flood affected irrigation canals/Khuls restored,renovated in Kupwara district under MGNREGA convergence, farmers have sighs of relief

Kupwara,June 10 : A much needed project of restoration, renovation and desilting of major irrigation canals and minor khuls has been initiated under MGNREGA convergence by Rural Development department (RDD) I&FC department, on the directions of the District Development Commisioner(DDC) Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan. Execution of this project has shown the signs of success and sighs of relief for farmers of the district as they now have access to adequate irrigation water for their paddy fields and problem of water scarcity for irrigation has been solved. This project has not only benefitted thousands of farmers, but has also generated 49427…
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Aarifeen School of Excellence Baramulla Celebrates Environment Day with Enthusiasm

Aarifeen School of Excellence Baramulla Celebrates Environment Day with Enthusiasm

DFO Satyendra Maurya (IFS) Urges Students to Lead in Environmental Conservation Baramulla, June 5 : Aarifeen School of Excellence celebrated Environment Day with great enthusiasm, demonstrating a strong commitment to promoting environmental awareness. The event was graced by Satyendra Maurya, IFS, Divisional Forest Officer of Jhelum Valley Forest Division Baramulla, who attended as the chief guest. The celebrations began with a heartfelt welcome from Coordinator ASE, who highlighted the importance of Environment Day and the school's dedication to fostering environmental consciousness among its students. She praised the efforts of both staff and students in organizing such a meaningful event and…
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INDIAN ARMY ORGANISED POTTER RECRUITMENT RALLY IN BONIYAR

INDIAN ARMY ORGANISED POTTER RECRUITMENT RALLY IN BONIYAR

 The Indian Army, in collaboration with the civ administration has organised the potter recruitment rally in Boniyar. This significant event was scheduled from 3th to 4th Jun 24 for the 600 vacancies and aims to provide local residents with employment opportunities. The potter rally is part of Indian Army’s ongoing efforts in contribution to local employment and development. This initiative underscore the Army commitment to support the community . The rally was conducted in a highly organised and transparent manner to ensure every eligible participant has a fair chance of selection. Cdr, Pir Panjal Bde for has interacted with participants…
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Cyber Cell District Police Kupwara Saved Rupees 96,606 in Online Financial Fraud

Kupwara, 06 June : In a swift response, the Cyber Cell Kupwara has successfully resolved an online financial fraud case, recovering Rs 96,606. The complainant reported about receiving a fraudulent call for credit card activation, which led to the unauthorized debit of Rs 96,606 upon following the instructions provided during the fraud call. Immediately upon receiving the complaint, Cyber Cell Kupwara gathered evidence and information from the victim. Utilizing advanced cybercrime investigation techniques, the team managed to solve the case within 24 hours..The District Police Kupwara strongly advises the public to remain vigilant against online fraud. We emphasize the importance…
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VANPOSH MELA Celebrated at Nagriwari Eco-Park, Kupwara

VANPOSH MELA Celebrated at Nagriwari Eco-Park, Kupwara

Suhail Yousuf Shah Kupwara– The VANPOSH MELA, a significant event aimed at promoting environmental conservation and eco-tourism, was successfully held at the Nagriwari Eco-Park. Organized by the J&K Forest Department of the Kamraj Forest Division, the event was inaugurated by Anurag Arya, IFS, the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of Kamraj Forest Division, Kupwara. Anurag Arya, IFS along with Arshiya Ojha, a noted criminologist, visited various stalls set up by different departments and wings. These stalls showcased the diverse crafts and livelihood opportunities from various corners of the Division, highlighting the district’s potential. The event featured a skit at Nagriwari Park,…
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KupwaraPolice books notorious drug smuggler under PIT NDPS Act in Kupwara

KupwaraPolice books notorious drug smuggler under PIT NDPS Act in Kupwara

Kupwara ,May 30 Acting tough against drug peddlers and to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police booked most wanted and notorious drug smuggler under PIT NDPS Act in Kupwara after obtaining formal detention orders from competent authority. The most wanted and notorious drug smuggler namely Mohammed Gulzar Baba son of Wali Mohammad Baba resident of Kawari Awoora , has been booked under PIT-NDPS Act after obtaining formal detention orders from the competent authority. The booked drug smuggler has been detained and subsequently lodged in Central Jail Kot-Balwal Jammu. It is pertinent to mention here that many cases…
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Kamraj Forest Division Leads Cleanliness Drives for World Environment Day in Eco-Parks

Kamraj Forest Division Leads Cleanliness Drives for World Environment Day in Eco-Parks

Baramulla: In commemoration of World Environment Day, the Kamraj Forest Division organized extensive cleanliness drives at prominent ecological sites across Kupwara and Baramulla districts. These initiatives, led by forest officials and supported by enthusiastic student volunteers, aimed to reduce pollutants and mitigate environmental hazards in the region. The main activities took place at Montane Ecopark Rampora Rajpora, located within the Kandi Forest Range of Baramulla. Here, a dedicated team focused on cleaning the park and its surroundings. Parallel efforts were also seen at Nagriwari Eco-Park in the Kupwara Range, highlighting the division's commitment to preserving the natural beauty and ecological…
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Commissioner Secretary chairs JKTPO’s 14th BoDs meeting

Commissioner Secretary chairs JKTPO’s 14th BoDs meeting

SRINAGAR, MAY 27: Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Vikramjit Singh, today chaired the 14th Board of Directors (BoDs) meeting of Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) here at Civil Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Secretary, Rural Development Department, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, who as one of the Directors of the organization, shared his valuable insights on various agenda items discussed in the meeting. Khalid Jahangir, Managing Director, JKTPO, Mahmood Ahmad Shah, Director, Handicrafts & Handlooms Department, Kashmir, Tej Krishan Bhat, Special Secretary, Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Association and Rakesh Kumar, Additional Secretary, Finance Department were among the…
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