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25

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

District Police, Kupwara Conducts Awareness Programmes on New Criminal Laws (NCL)

Kupwara, 25-09-2025:The District Police, Kupwara has organized extensive awareness programmes to educate the public and stakeholders about the provisions of the New Criminal Laws (NCL) — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). The initiative aims to ensure that citizens are well informed about the changes in criminal jurisprudence and their rights and responsibilities under the new legal framework. As part of this campaign, Police Station Kupwara, Police Station Kralpora, Police Station Sogam, and Police Post Bazar actively conducted awareness drives, public meetings, and interactive sessions. Police officers explained the key features of…

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25

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kupwara Observes ‘Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’ Drive Under Sewa Parv 2025

Kupwara, September 25: As part of the ongoing Sewa Parv 2025 and Swachhata Hi Sewa campaign, the Muncipal Council Kupwara organized the “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath” drive which was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS) in presence of MLA Kupwara, Mir Mohammad Fayaz from Town hall Kupwara to Main Market Kupwara. The event marked a collective pledge towards building a clean, green, and healthy Kupwara. As part of the launch, waste collection hoppers were also flagged off, equipping the campaign with essential resources for effective sanitation work. Before flagging off the drive, Deputy Commissioner highlighted…

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25

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Fine of Rs.88,000 imposed on erring FBOs under FS&SA at Handwara

KUPWARA,SEPTEMBER 25: Additional Deputy Commissioner,(ADC), Handwara, Javed Naseem Masoodi JKAS who is also Adjudicating officer Handwara today imposed a fine of Rs.88,000 Eighty Eight thousands on various erring Food Business operators ( FBOs) for violations of various provisions of Food Safety and Standard Act (FS&SA) 2006. The fine was imposed on the erring traders (for miss branded and sub standard food) during the proceeding of cases related to the FS&SA Act 2006 which were listed before the Adjudicating officer. The Adjudicating officer warned them to abide by the legal regulations adding that non-compliance of Food safety and standards Act-2006 and…

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25

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

J&K National Health Mission Employees Awaiting Salaries for Three Months

Express Deep Concern Over Delayed Salaries, Urge Govt to Release Pending Wages Srinagar, Sep 24: The Jammu and Kashmir National Health Mission (NHM) Employees Association has expressed deep concern over the prolonged delay in the disbursement of monthly salaries, with employees now facing severe financial distress after not being paid for the past three months.In a statement issued here, the Association highlighted the tireless work of NHM employees who continue to serve the public despite the ongoing salary delays.Muneer Andrabi, President of the Association, emphasized that these employees work relentlessly around the clock to provide critical healthcare services, yet their…

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23

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

IRP-20th Bn. extends support to Education

Srinagar: The IRP-20th Battalion of Jammu and Kashmir Police demonstrated its commitment to educational support andcommunity welfare by distributing books and stationery to orphans and girl children of Government Middle School Yakmanpora Parihaspora. The program aims for reaffirming it’s commitment to community welfare and the upliftment of the underprivilegedstudents, to provide essential educational material to Orphans and girl children.Comprehensive study kits containing notebooks, geometry boxes, school bags and other stationery items were distributed among these deserving students of the school. The Jammu and Kashmir Police views community engagement an integral part of its duty and investing in the education of…

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23

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

District Administration Kupwara Provides Immediate Relief to Fire-effected families in Punzwa Villgam

Kupwara, September 23: District Administration Kupwara provided immediate relief to families affected in unfortunate fire incident in Punzwa Villgam causing damage to four residential houses last night. On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, a team led by Tehsildar Villgam, Dr. Kasir Bashir, visited the spot and distributed interim monetary relief among five affected families along with kitchen sets, tarpaulins, blankets, and one month’s advance ration. Expressing sympathy with the fire victims the Dy.commissioer assured full support from the administration, and directed assessment of property loss for sanction of relief under SDRF norms on immediate basis. He also…

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22

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

DC Kupwara Inspects Macadamization Work on Lolab Parallel Bypass

Kupwara, September 22: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, today conducted a thorough inspection of the ongoing macadamization work on the Lolab parallel bypass. During the visit, the DC reviewed the progress of the project and emphasized the need for quality construction, ensuring timely completion, and adherence to safety standards. He interacted with the contractors and engineers, directing them to expedite the work while maintaining the highest quality standards. He also inspected the materials and machinery being used, stressing the importance of using top-grade materials. The Lolab parallel bypass is a crucial infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and reducing…

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22

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

DC Kupwara Flags Off Beneficiaries for Exposure-Cum-Training Visit to Sheep Breeding Farm Poshnar

Kupwara, September 22: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS), today flagged off a group of beneficiaries from DC Office Complex Kupwara for an exposure-cum-training visit to the Government Sheep Breeding Farm, Poshnar, Rajwar Kupwara organized by the Department of Sheep Husbandry under the SEWA PARV initiative. During the interaction, DC appreciated the department’s efforts in empowering local breeders and assured beneficiaries of full support in adopting modern methods of sheep rearing. He emphasized that livestock holds immense potential for livelihood generation and income enhancement, particularly in rural areas.On the occasion, District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Dr Ishrat informed that the exposure…

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20

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kupwara to Host Frontier Cricket Tournament

Kupwara, Sept 19: In order to promote sporting culture and providing suitable platform for young sportsmen frontier premier cricket league is being organised in district kupwara in the month of October 2025. Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Shri Shrikant Suse chaired a meeting to finalize preparations for the upcoming Frontier Cricket Tournament.Tournament is being organised with collaborative efforts of district administration, JK police and Indian army. Detailed discussions held on tournament logistics, teams participation, publicity strategy , and venue management to ensure a smooth event.Tournament is based on message of “Nashamukt Kupwara” and with objective of creating vibrancy in zero border villages.…

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20

Sep

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

DC Kupwara chairs NTEP Review Meeting on TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

KUPWARA, SEPTEMBER 19: A District Level Review Meeting under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) was today held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse (IAS), to review the progress of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan and analyze block-wise performance of NTEP activities across the district. The meeting conducted in online mode owing to ongoing Swasth Nari–Sashakt Pariwar Abhiyan (SN-SPA) and Nikshay Camps, was attended by the CMO Kupwara, BMO, and block-level NTEP staff. District TB Officer presented detailed data highlighting achievements made under the programme as well as gaps and challenges requiring immediate attention. During the…

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