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23/07/2025

||Man Apologizes After Slapping Doctor,

23/07/2025

Congrats To Adnan Sajad Gani lone
Sajad Gani Lone Attends Son’s Graduation, Recalls His Own Milestone in 1989

Kupwara, July 23: In a moving tribute to generational continuity, People's Conference Chairman Sajad Gani Lone attended the graduation ceremony of his son, Mohammed Adnan Gani Lone, at the London School of Economics (LSE) in 2025. The moment stirred deep personal memories, taking him back to his own graduation from Cardiff University in 1989.

A photograph shared by Lone captures this emotional parallel — one image from 1989, where a young Sajad Gani Lone stands beside his father, and the other from 2025, where he now stands beside his son. The visual symmetry of these two moments, 36 years apart, moved many online and off, resonating with themes of legacy and time.

“In 1989, I was a son, receiving my graduation scroll under the proud gaze of my father. In 2025, I stood as a father, watching my son walk the same path,” Lone reflected.

Describing it as a rare and emotional experience, he added: “Attending my son’s graduation brought back vivid memories of that day with my own father by my side. The circle of life is both humbling and beautiful.”

23/07/2025

J&K Police, Security Forces Conduct Mock Drill at Gagangir, Sonamarg to Ensure Emergency Preparedness

23/07/2025

IndianArmy, SDRF, Police & local divers have conducted a coordinated Rescue operation to save a minor boy trapped amid rising waters of a flooded river in Rajouri (J&K). Timely action and seamless coordination ensured safe evacuation.

23/07/2025

23/07/2025

: An attendant Beats Up a Doctor at SMHS Hospital

23/07/2025

CM Omar Abdullah Reviews Implementation of Public Services Guarantee Act, Emphasis on Timely, Transparent, and Accountable Service Delivery

Srinagar, July 23, KNT: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the implementation status of the Public Services Guarantee Act (PSGA), reaffirming his government’s firm commitment to delivering essential public services in a timely, accountable, and transparent manner.

During the meeting, which was attended by senior bureaucrats and heads of key departments, the Chief Minister underscored the importance of the PSGA as a cornerstone of citizen-centric governance. He emphasized that the Act is not merely a policy framework, but a legal assurance to the people that their basic service needs—ranging from water and electricity to certificates and clearances—must be met within specified timelines.

“The people must not be made to run from pillar to post. Governance must be measured by how swiftly and transparently it responds to citizens’ needs,” Omar Abdullah said, reiterating that his administration remains deeply committed to public accountability at every level.

Officials were directed to closely monitor service delivery performance across departments, with special focus on redressing delays and fixing systemic inefficiencies. The Chief Minister also reviewed the grievance redressal mechanisms in place under PSGA and sought monthly compliance reports from all departments.

Calling for a culture of administrative responsibility, Omar Abdullah stated, “A responsive and responsible government is the foundation of trust in public institutions. We will not tolerate complacency or indifference in service delivery.”

The PSGA mandates time-bound delivery of various public services and imposes penalties on officials for unjustified delays. It is seen as a significant step toward empowering citizens and reforming public administration in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Chief Minister urged all officers to treat every citizen request as a matter of priority and directed the concerned authorities to conduct awareness drives so that people are fully informed of their rights under the Act. [KNT]

23/07/2025

|| Scores of women working as mid-day meal cooks in government schools staged a protest on Wednesday at Ganderbal demanding an immediate revision of their salaries.

DC Ganderbal, J&K

23/07/2025

Reports of Overcharging by Dhabas on Ganderbal–Sonamarg Road Spark Concern

GT News Desk

Ganderbal, July 23: Multiple reports have emerged of dhabas overcharging customers along the Ganderbal–Sonamarg road, raising concerns among both tourists and local residents.

In response, tourists and locals have urged the Food Safety Department to intervene and regulate the pricing by conducting surprise inspections and ensuring fair practices.

22/07/2025

IGNOU Strengthens Outreach in Ladakh; Collaborations Explored with University of Ladakh for M.Sc. and Agriculture-Based Programmes

Srinagar, July 21, 2025:In a move to expand educational outreach in remote regions, a team from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Regional Centre Srinagar undertook a visit to Ladakh covering Kargil, Drass, and Leh. The visit was led by Dr. A. H. Rizvi, Regional Director, along with Dr. Mohd Abdullah, Assistant Regional Director.
The primary objectives of the visit included monitoring of Learner Support Centres (LSCs), supervision of the Term-End Examinations (TEE) June 2025, conducting induction meetings and orientation programmes, and engaging in pre-admission counselling. The team also held interactions with various stakeholders including the University of Ladakh, local government agencies, defence personnel, and the general public to explore new academic opportunities and promote IGNOU’s learner-centric initiatives.
During the visit, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ladakh agreed in principle to initiate collaboration with IGNOU for the launch of M.Sc. and Agriculture-based programmes in the region.At the local study centres, Coordinators welcomed newly admitted students and emphasized the importance of self-discipline in distance learning. Dr. Abdullah delivered detailed presentations covering IGNOU’s national and international footprint, academic structure, digital learning platforms such as eGyanKosh and IGNOU e-Content App, assignment submissions, examinations, re-registration, and grievance redressal mechanisms. Students were encouraged to utilise platforms like the IGNOU Student App and the Samarth Portal for regular academic updates.
Interactive counselling sessions addressed queries on programme selection, admission procedures, credit transfers, recognition of IGNOU degrees, availability of counselling classes, and scholarship opportunities.

22/07/2025

DC Ganderbal reviews progress of PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

Selection of Model Solar village also finalized

GANDERBAL, JULY 22: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today chaired a review meeting to assess the status of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in the district here in the V.C Room of DC Office.

The meeting focused on evaluating the progress of the scheme, identifying bottlenecks and devising strategies to ensure 100 percent coverage under the scheme as per the assigned targets.

Reviewing the implementation of the scheme, DC stressed the need for an aggressive public awareness campaign to educate people about the benefits, subsidies and key features of the scheme. He highlighted the scope for improvement in achieving the targets and directed the concerned officials of the KPDCL to improve their performance in this regard.

Highlighting the importance of coordinated efforts, DC instructed the KPDCL, banks and other stakeholders to work in close synergy to resolve any technical, financial or procedural issues being faced by the applicants.

The meeting also deliberated on the selection of villages to be developed as Model Solar Villages in the district. DC highlighted the transformative potential of the initiative in promoting clean energy adoption, reducing dependence on conventional power sources, and bringing long-term socio-economic benefits to rural communities.

Reiterating the need for expedited processes, collaborative functioning, and active public participation, C called for concerted efforts to maximize the outreach and impact of the scheme in Ganderbal.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Manzoor Ahmad Bhat; Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Executive Engineer KPDCL Ganderbal, LDM, AEEs KPDCL, AEE JAKEDA and other concerned.