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Kupwara Police Apprehends Drug Peddler Evading Arrest Since 2023

Kupwara Police Apprehends Drug Peddler Evading Arrest Since 2023

Kupwara,30-01-2025: In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing fight against the drug menace, Police Station Lalpora apprehended a notorious drug peddler who had been evading arrest for the past 14 months. The accused, Jameel Khan, S/o Gh Qadir Khan, R/o Dever Lolab, aged 35 years, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 90/2023 registered under Section 8/20 NDPS Act at Police Station Lalpora. The FIR was lodged on 14/11/2023, and since then, the accused had been on the run to avoid legal action. After sustained efforts and credible intelligence inputs, a police team from PS Lalpora launched a planned operation,…
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Army Goodwill School Hajinar Shines at National Innovation Exhibition

Army Goodwill School Hajinar Shines at National Innovation Exhibition

Kupwara , 29 Jan: In a moment of immense pride and achievement, Army Goodwill Higher Secondary School Hajinar has once again made its mark on the national stage. A project from the school's Innovation Club, under the mentorship of Mr. Rashid Fareed, was selected for the prestigious Grand Exhibition organized by the Bharti Airtel Foundation at Plaksha University, Mohali, Chandigarh, on 26th January 2025. The selected project, Fire Defence System, was developed by Assad Zahoor and Obaid ur Rehman, two talented and visionary Class 10th students. Their groundbreaking innovation, showcasing remarkable creativity, problem-solving acumen, and technical excellence, received high praise…
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SSP Handwara Chairs Public Interaction at Shilthara and Monabal

SSP Handwara Chairs Public Interaction at Shilthara and Monabal

Handwara, January 28: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Handwara, Shri Mushtaq Ahmad Chowdhury-JKPS, conducted a public interaction program at Panchayat Ghar Monabal and Shilthara. The event witnessed participation from community leaders, social activists, religious heads, traders, and prominent citizens from Qalamabad and adjoining areas. The meeting was also attended by Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Handwara, Shri Zaffer Nawaz-JKPS, along with the Station House Officer (SHO) of Police Station Qalamabad and other officers. During the interaction, grievances and issues raised by the attendees were addressed, with police-related matters receiving priority attention and civil issues promised to be referred promptly to…
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Indian Army felicitate students for their own Republic Day who participated in “Anti-narcotics” campaign in Karnah

Indian Army felicitate students for their own Republic Day who participated in “Anti-narcotics” campaign in Karnah

Peerzada Zubair  Kupwara , 26 Jan : The tehsil of Karnah has long been a beacon of unity, valour, and patriotism. A region known for its rich cultural tapestry and stories of bravery. But lately, an ominous shadow had begun to creep across its serene valleys the menace of drugs. The smuggling of narcotics had started to corrode the moral fibre of the community besides destroying many promising young lives by drugs addiction. For a place whose essence thrived on unity and resilience, this is a wound too deep to ignore. Therefore, alongside the The GOC’s vis to Tithwal on…
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76th Republic Day Celebrated with Patriotic Fervor in Tangdhar and Tithwal LoC

76th Republic Day Celebrated with Patriotic Fervor in Tangdhar and Tithwal LoC

Kupwara , 26 Jan : Tangdhar and Tithwal witnessed vibrant celebrations of the 76th Republic Day, marked by unity, pride, and patriotic enthusiasm. The day commenced with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Shakti Vijay Brigade War Memorial, where Brigadier S.K. Pradhan, VSM, Commander of the Shakti Vijay Brigade, honoured the sacrifices of the nation’s Bravehearts. In a symbolic gesture of community solidarity, a senior porter hoisted the National Flag at the Brigade Headquarters. Flag hoisting ceremonies also took place at various Battalion bases and Army Goodwill Schools in Hajinar and Tithwal. The Karnah Bowl resonated with patriotic zeal as…
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TIRANGA RALLY CONDUCTED BY CHILDREN AT HIRRI KUPWARA TO CELEBRATE REPUBLIC DAY

TIRANGA RALLY CONDUCTED BY CHILDREN AT HIRRI KUPWARA TO CELEBRATE REPUBLIC DAY

Kupwara, 23 Jan 23 : On the eve of Republic Day, a Tiranga Rally was organised by Indian Army's Kupwara Terriers along with the children of Hirri Village to celebrate the upcoming Republic Day. Tiranga Rally was conducted by the students and locals of Hirri village which started from Khar Mohalla Path Hirri and ended at Pir Baba Stop Hirri Kupwara. In this rally about 50 children of various age groups as well as locals incl Principal BHSS Hirri have participated with full enthusiasm and zeal.
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JKNHMEA Delegation Calls on CM Omar Abdullah, Raises Various Issues of Employees Working Under NHM

JKNHMEA Delegation Calls on CM Omar Abdullah, Raises Various Issues of Employees Working Under NHM

Jammu: A high-level delegation of JKNHMEA on Tuesday met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah here at Civil Secretariat to seek from the latter’s intervention over various issues of employees working under the ambit of NHM. Among the delegates included; JKNHMEA Divisional Presidents Dr. Vikas Sharma and Muneer Andrabi, along with Sr. Vice Presidents Altaf Ahmad Bhat and other respected members of the association. The representatives extended a detailed overview about functioning and achievements of NHM Scheme in the UT and simultaneously briefed him on issues related to employees working under NHM. The delegation emphasised on a plethora of concerns, including; Enhancement…
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International Delegation Visits Ujala Cygnus Kashmir Super Specialty Hospital

International Delegation Visits Ujala Cygnus Kashmir Super Specialty Hospital

In a landmark moment for global healthcare collaboration, Ujala Cygnus Kashmir Super Specialty Hospital recently welcomed a distinguished delegation from Singapore’s Stewardship Asia Centre (SAC). The visit, which marked an important step in fostering international knowledge exchange, was hosted by Ujala Cygnus Healthcare’s Founder Director, Dr. Shuchin Bajaj, and Managing Director, Dr. Pervez Sofi. The delegation, led by SAC’s CEO, Mr. Rajeev Peshawaria, and research team member Abigail Chan, sought to understand Ujala Cygnus’s innovative model of providing top-tier healthcare while maintaining financial sustainability. As part of SAC’s ongoing mission to identify organizations that exemplify the principle of “doing well…
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Police arrested drug peddler in Handwara; Contraband substance recovered

Police arrested drug peddler in Handwara; Contraband substance recovered

Handwara , January-17: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested drug peddler in Handwara and recovered contraband substance from his possession. A Police party of Police Station Kralgund headed by SHO PS Kralgund established a Naka at Resripora Kralgund and intercepted one person identified as Danish Ahmad Mir son of Gh Hassan Mir resident of Kralgund. During search, 110 grams of contraband Charas-like substances has been recovered from his possession. Accordingly he has been arrested and shifted to police station for further investigation. To this effect a case under relevant sections of…
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NHM Employees Express Dismay Over Delay in Wages

NHM Employees Express Dismay Over Delay in Wages

Srinagar: Employees working under the Jammu and Kashmir National Health Mission (JKNHM) have expressed deep concern over the repeated delays in receiving their monthly wages. Abdul Rauoof, the Chief Spokesperson of the JKNHM Employees Association (JKNHMEA), highlighted that nearly 11,000 employees, working tirelessly in hospitals across the Union Territory, are facing persistent issues with delayed in payments. Rauoof emphasized that these frontline workers are performing their essential duties without receiving timely compensation, impacting their families significantly. He pointed out that the delay has led to serious repercussions, including risks to children’s education due to unpaid school fees. The employees have…
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