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National Lok Adalat held across district Kupwara
11
May
By JKDASTAK Webdesk
Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

National Lok Adalat held across district Kupwara

KUPWARA, MAY 11: In accordance with the Action Plan/activities calendar 2024, District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Kupwara, under the aegis of JK Legal Services Authority & NALSA, organized 2nd National Lok Adalat of 2024, across District Kupwara today. The Lok Adalat was held under the supervision of Ms. Shazia Tabasum, Chairperson, District Legal Services Authority, (Pr. District & Session Judge) Kupwara, and guidance of Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Khan Secretary, DLSA Kupwara. Six (06) Benches were constituted for the said Lok Adalat comprising of Presiding Officers and Members for the amicable settlement/ compromise of the cases. Cases of different categories were…
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DLSA Kupwara conducts SVEEP Awareness Programme at HSS Nagri Malpora
10
May
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DLSA Kupwara conducts SVEEP Awareness Programme at HSS Nagri Malpora

KUPWARA, MAY 10: In an anticipation to the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections-2024 across the nation and as per the directions of Worthy Member Secretary, JK Legal Services Authority, an Awareness Programme regarding Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation Under (SVEEP) Programme was organized by District legal Services Authority in collaboration with Education Department, Kupwara, today at Govt. Hr. Sec. School Nagri Malpora, Kupwara. The programme was carried under the supervision of Ms. Shazia Tabsum Chairperson, DLSA (Pr. District & Session Judge) Kupwara, and under the guidance of Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Khan, Secretary DLSA/Sub-Judge, Kupwara. The objective of the programme was…
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DEO Kupwara reviews poll preparedness in Special Polling Stations
10
May
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DEO Kupwara reviews poll preparedness in Special Polling Stations

KUPWARA, MAY 10: The District Election Officer (DEO) Kupwara, Ms. Ayushi Sudan, today chaired a meeting of concerned officers to review the poll preparedness in Special Polling Stations of the district ahead of Lok Sabha Election.The meeting took a threadbare discussion regarding various arrangements made in special polling stations including Pink, Youth, Manned, PWD and Green Polling Stations. The DEO directed the concerned officers to ensure proper arrangements in place to ensure smooth and vibrant polling in these polling stations. She emphasized the essence of different colours and multifarious messages to attract the voters on the poll day adding that…
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Lok sabha Elections 2024:ADC Handwara inspects different polling stations of Vilgam
09
May
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Lok sabha Elections 2024:ADC Handwara inspects different polling stations of Vilgam

KUPWARA,MAY 9: The Additional Deputy Commissioner,(ADC),Handwara, Aziz Ahmad Rather, who is also ARO AC-5 Handwara, today visited various polling stations of Vilgam to inspect Assured Minimum Facilities (AMFs) and meticulously took the first hand appraisal of the preparedness for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.The inspection was aimed to ensure that all polling stations are accessible to voters especially to specially-abled persons.Ramp access, electricity, water supply, drinking water and other facilities were reviewed.During the visit, the ARO inspected polling stations including Dolipora,Kukroosa,Kalipora,Zaffarkani,Waisa and various other Polling stations.The ARO emphasized the concerned departments for ensuring all the required facilities at the polling…
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Two-day workshop on ‘Wetlands for Life’ begins at MERC
07
May
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Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Two-day workshop on ‘Wetlands for Life’ begins at MERC

Srinagar, May 7: The Kashmir University's Media Education Research Centre (MERC), in collaboration with the Centre for Media Studies New Delhi, organised a two-day media engagement programme on ‘Wetlands for LIFE’ for media students and scholars. The workshops inaugural session was held on Tuesday. The workshop aims to equip media academicians with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in wetlands conservation and environmental journalism. Through a series of engaging sessions, expert presentations, and field visits, participants explored the ecological significance of wetlands, the role of the media in advocating for their conservation, and effective storytelling techniques for environmental reporting.  The inaugural…
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ADC Handwara inspects different polling stations in Drugmulla
04
May
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ADC Handwara inspects different polling stations in Drugmulla

KUPWARA, May 4 :The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Handwara, Aziz Ahmad Rather who is also ARO AC-5 Handwara today visited various polling stations of Block Drugmulla, inspected Assured Minimum Facilities (AMF) and reviewed the preparedness for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.The inspection was aimed to ensure that all polling stations are accessible to voters especially to specially-abled persons. Ramp access, electricity,water supply,drinking water and other facilities were reviewed.During the visit, the ARO inspected Polling Station Drugmulla, Chayalpati, Shatmuqam , Bramri, Shalpora, Radbugh and various other stations.The ARO emphasized the concerned departments for ensuring all required facilities at the polling stations…
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J&K : FDC Allegedly Neglects Timber Distribution, Leaving North Kashmir’s Residents in Distress
01
May
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Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

J&K : FDC Allegedly Neglects Timber Distribution, Leaving North Kashmir’s Residents in Distress

Baramulla: In a concerning turn of events, residents of Jammu and Kashmir's Kashmir region have raised grievances against the Forest Development Corporation (FDC), accusing it of failing to effectively distribute timber resources to local beneficiaries. The issue, which has been attributed to a series of administrative missteps and alleged preferential treatment, has left many Below Poverty Line (BPL) families grappling with soaring timber prices and prolonged wait times for essential construction materials. The roots of the problem trace back to the tenure of the previous PDP-BJP government, during which the forest minister, Chaudhary Lal Singh, purportedly manipulated timber sale regulations…
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DC Kupwara conducts extensive tour of flood-prone areas in Handwara, Kupwara, Lolab
29
Apr
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DC Kupwara conducts extensive tour of flood-prone areas in Handwara, Kupwara, Lolab

KUPWARA APRIL 29: Deputy Commissioner (DC),Kupwara, Ms.Ayushi Sudan today conducted extensive tour of the flood prone areas of Handwara, Kupwara and Lolab areas of the district to take stock of the flood like situation caused by the incessant rains in the district.DC accompanied by other officers visited Kawari, Nutnoosa and Drugmulla located along Nallah Pohru to examine the flood situation and get the first hand appraisal of the evacuation measures. The DC visited , Khumryal, Shumryal and Gund Jahangeer located along Nallah Lolab and took the stock of the situation.She later visited Sogam and khan Chak Takipora and interacted with…
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District Kupwara carries out rescue Ops
29
Apr
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District Kupwara carries out rescue Ops

District Kupwara carries out rescue Ops In view of incessant and heavy rainfall across the District Kupwara. Kupwara Police alongwith District Administration, SDRF, CRPF and the Army is carrying out rescue operations. All officers and staff are in the field in order to assist and ensure the safety of the public. We urge all to contact the police in case of any emergency and to not panic.PCR - 7051404938
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Kamraj Forest Division carried out plantation of 5000 saplings across 207 Polling Stations in Kupwara district under SVEEP in view of Lok Sabha Elections 2024
27
Apr
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Kamraj Forest Division carried out plantation of 5000 saplings across 207 Polling Stations in Kupwara district under SVEEP in view of Lok Sabha Elections 2024

SHAHID PEER Kupwara: - In a concerted effort towards environmental conservation and community engagement, the Kamraj Forest Division, under the aegis of the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department, has undertaken a significant initiative. A total of 5000 saplings have been planted across 207 polling stations as part of the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Programme. The Divisional Forest Officer of Kamraj Forest Division, Kupwara, Anurag Arya, IFS, underscored the importance of this endeavor. He emphasized that beyond its ecological benefits, such initiatives play a crucial role in fostering civic responsibility and environmental stewardship among citizens, particularly in the…
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