Raise concerns over Rs 1 lakh security deposit, e-KYC machines Jammu Tawi/Srinagar, Nov 07: Fair Price Shop dealers in J&K UT have raised concerns over additional financial requirements, including a Rs 1 lakh security deposit, licence fee and advanced demand of cash before taking a ration digital verification. A ration dealer said the new face … Read more
Srinagar, Nov 1: Amid steady festive demand for Kashmiri apples in terminal markets across the country ahead of Diwali, supplies remain inadequate after a substantial portion of this year’s crop was hit by a scab outbreak, according to growers and dealers. “The demand is very good. On this occasion (Diwali), our large apples (Grade A), … Read more
NRPC bars 400 kV transmission line shutdowns from Dec to March, urges advance preparedness Srinagar, Oct 20: Jammu and Kashmir is bracing for another winter power crisis, with electricity demand expected to match or exceed last year’s peak while hydroelectric generation is likely to remain low. The Northern Regional Power Committee (NRPC) has warned that … Read more
Jammu Tawi, October 1: The demand for granting official status to the Punjabi language in Jammu and Kashmir has gained momentum, with members of the Sikh community and representatives of various Gurdwara management committees joining the campaign. Representatives from Gurdwaras in Rani Talab, Talab Tillo, Guru Nanak Nagar, Digiana Ashram, Simbal Camp, Bhor Camp, Gadigarh … Read more
JAMMU, Sept 25: Scores of Congress workers and leaders were detained on Friday after the party staged a protest outside the Election Commission office in Jammu, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstration was part of the Congress’ nationwide protest campaign against the poll panel. Congress MP and AICC general secretary … Read more