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Satish Sharma reviews Capex plan, Sports Department’s development initiatives
20
May
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Satish Sharma reviews Capex plan, Sports Department’s development initiatives

Calls for fast tracking projects, enhancing youth involvement SRINAGAR, MAY 20:Exhorting upon the officers to expedite implementation of the initiatives being undertaken in the sports sector, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma, today said that this is imperative for upgrading the sports infrastructure enabling youth create a niche for themselves at national and international level. The Minister was reviewing the works plan for the department of Youth Services & Sports under the Capex sector for the year 2025-26. Commissioner Secretary Youth Services and Sports, Sarmand Hafiz, Director General Youth Services and…
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BIG BREAKING: RTI Reveals Massive Timber Scam in J&K FDC North Circle – Contradictory Claims by FDC and Forest Dept Spark Cover-Up Fears
20
May
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BIG BREAKING: RTI Reveals Massive Timber Scam in J&K FDC North Circle – Contradictory Claims by FDC and Forest Dept Spark Cover-Up Fears

Baramulla: A massive timber scam has been unearthed in the Jammu & Kashmir Forest Development Corporation’s (FDC) North Circle Sopore, exposing deep-rooted corruption, mismanagement, and possible collusion within the system. RTI revelations have now brought to light shocking discrepancies between the FDC and the Forest Department, with both agencies providing contradictory statements regarding the status of thousands of cubic feet of timber and forest compartments/coupes. According to official RTI responses, the Forest Department had entrusted several compartments and coupes to the erstwhile State Forest Corporation (SFC), now FDC, for extraction and sale of timber. While FDC North Circle Sopore claims…
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Indian Army Assists in Restoration of Damaged Masjid in Chota Gaon Mohalla, Ibkot Village
20
May
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Indian Army Assists in Restoration of Damaged Masjid in Chota Gaon Mohalla, Ibkot Village

Kupwara : 19 May 2025 — In a humanitarian gesture, the Indian Army extended timely assistance to the residents of Chota Gaon Mohalla in Ibkot village after a local masjid sustained damage due to unprovoked shelling by Pakistan. The damage, caused during the recent cross-border shelling, damaged the roof of Mosque—specifically the corrugated galvanized iron (CGI) sheets—along with a solar plate system and the matting inside the prayer room. The incident left the local community distressed, particularly as it impacted a central place of worship and communal gathering. Responding swiftly, the Indian Army provided immediate support to repair the roof,…
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Kamraj Forest Division Launches One-Day Workshop on Continuous Forest Inventory as 10-Year Working Plan Takes Shape After 45 Years
18
May
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kamraj Forest Division Launches One-Day Workshop on Continuous Forest Inventory as 10-Year Working Plan Takes Shape After 45 Years

Kupwara: Kamraj Forest Division organized a one-day workshop on Continuous Forest Inventory (CFI) as part of its ongoing efforts to prepare a comprehensive Working Plan after a gap of 45 years. The workshop, held under the guidance of the Working Plan Officer, marks a significant milestone as this is the first time the Working Plan is being drafted under the newly introduced Working Plan Code. The Working Plan, once finalized, will govern the functioning, management, and conservation strategies of the division for the next decade. At the core of this planning process lies the CFI data, which provides critical insights…
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Jammu & Kashmir Posts Impressive CBSE Class 10th Class 12th Results
15
May
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Jammu & Kashmir Posts Impressive CBSE Class 10th Class 12th Results

Srinagar, May 15:Jammu & Kashmir recorded a strong performance in the CBSE Class 10 examinations for the academic year 2024–25, with the region achieving an overall pass percentage of 90.76%, according to data released by the CBSE Regional Office in Chandigarh. The Class 12 results, however, reflected a more modest outcome, with a pass rate of 51.36%.A total of 58,803 students appeared for the Class 10 exams across the Union Territory, of which 53,344 successfully cleared them. Girls slightly outperformed boys, posting a pass percentage of 91.10% compared to 90.52% among boys. Among the pass-outs, 27,155 were girls and 26,189…
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J&K: Illicit Timber Seized in Rafiabad, One Held: Range Officer Confirms
12
May
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J&K: Illicit Timber Seized in Rafiabad, One Held: Range Officer Confirms

Rafiabad, May 12: In a significant crackdown on forest smuggling, a blue Ignis vehicle bearing registration number JK01 AP 7029 was intercepted today around 11:30 AM at Chootosa by a vigilant team of the Rafiabad Control Room, acting on specific intelligence regarding timber transportation. The vehicle was found loaded with illicit Deodar timber—two sawn slippers measuring 5.5 cft. The operation was closely monitored by the Divisional Forest Officer Langate, ensuring real-time coordination. The driver, identified as Shabir Ahmad Wani, son of Ab Gafar Wani, resident of Al Farooq Colony, Bemina, was apprehended on the spot and is currently under custody.…
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Police Conducts Law and Order Demonstration Drill at DPL Handwara
05
May
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Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Police Conducts Law and Order Demonstration Drill at DPL Handwara

Handwara , May 05. In an effort to enhance operational readiness and inter-agency coordination, Police in Handwara today conducted a law and order demonstration drill at District Police Lines (DPL) Handwara. The drill was aimed at assessing the preparedness and efficiency of the security forces in dealing with potential law and order situations. The demonstration was carried out jointly by Handwara Police and personnel of the 92 Bn (CRPF). The exercise simulated various real-time scenarios involving crowd control, dispersal of unlawful assemblies, riot management, and coordinated response protocols under emergency conditions. The drill was supervised and monitored by SSP Handwara,…
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Historic Feat: Four Girls from RISE Kashmir Secure 99+ Percentile in JEE Main
03
May
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Historic Feat: Four Girls from RISE Kashmir Secure 99+ Percentile in JEE Main

In a landmark achievement that marks a turning point for education in the region, four young girls from RISE, Kashmir’s premier educational institute, have each scored above the 99 percentile in JEE Main 2025. This unprecedented success marks the first time in Kashmir’s history that multiple girls have simultaneously crossed this competitive threshold, signaling a transformative shift in the valley’s academic and cultural narrative. The high-achievers — Sadaf Mushtaq (99.50), Simrah Mir (99.39), Maleeha Haris (99.24), and Azmat Wani (99.08) — are now gearing up for the next challenge: the JEE Advanced. Each of them aspires to earn a coveted…
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Kupwara Police Holds PCPG Meeting at Border Village Machil to Address Public Grievances
30
Apr
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kupwara Police Holds PCPG Meeting at Border Village Machil to Address Public Grievances

Kupwara, April 30: Continuing its efforts to strengthen police-public relations and address the concerns of border residents, a Police Community Partnership Group (PCPG) meeting was held today at Machil, a remote and sensitive border village in Kupwara district. The meeting was chaired by SSP Kupwara, Shri Ghulam Jeelani, who was accompanied by ASP Kupwara, Shri Javaid Ahmad, and Inspector Reyaz Ahmad among other officers. A large number of local residents, community elders, and youth participated in the interactive session. During the meeting, the locals put forth various day-to-day issues and grievances, ranging from infrastructure challenges to security-related concerns. The SSP…
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LG Manoj Sinha Chairs High-Level Security Meet, Vows Strongest Action to Avenge Pahalgam Terror Attack
23
Apr
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

LG Manoj Sinha Chairs High-Level Security Meet, Vows Strongest Action to Avenge Pahalgam Terror Attack

According to sources, Lieutenant Governor of J&K, Manoj Sinha today chaired a security review meeting to ensure that directions passed by Hon’ble Home Minister, Amit Shah in yesterday’s high-level meeting is followed swiftly to bring those responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack to justice. During the meeting Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha is learnt to have said that the Government of India, under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi remains fully committed to avenge the killing of our citizens and to also ensure that such dastardly acts of terrorism do not recur. The Lieutenant Governor is learnt to…
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