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Lt Governor inaugurates Kashmir College of Engineering & Technology at Srinagar

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SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the Kashmir College of Engineering and Technology, at Ranbirgarh, Srinagar.

The Lt Governor, in his address, congratulated the Chairman,  Kashmir College of Engineering & Technology Sh Raja Aijaz Ali, and the entire team for their endeavour to strengthen the technological excellence in academia, innovation and nurturing a future-ready skilled workforce.

Speaking on the rapid transformation taking place in the Industry sector, the Lt Governor said the speed and scale of change in 4th  Industrial Revolution calls for strengthening the Industry-Academia collaborations.

He emphasised on fostering innovation culture in Engineering Colleges and realigning the curriculum to fulfill the evolving industry requirements.

“Skills and not the degree will shape the destiny of our industries. The future workforce must have critical skills such as cognitive skills, logical reasoning, technical skills etc to build future-proof careers,” the Lt Governor said.

On the occasion, the Lt Governor highlighted reforms in the education sector under the guidance of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, to promote startups, innovation and entrepreneurship in Jammu Kashmir.

He also made some valuable suggestions to explore the vast opportunities in the engineering and technology sector.

The demand for professionals in engineering and technology companies has increased. Today, industry is looking for workforce with specific skill set. Our focus should be on building capacities in accordance with the skills required for existing and future job positions, he said.

The inaugural ceremony was attended by Sh Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Prof. Nilofer Khan, Vice Chancellor Kashmir University; Sh Vikramjit Singh, Commissioner Secretary Industries & Commerce department; Sh Vidhi Kumar Birdi, IGP Kashmir and other senior officials.

Sh Raja Aijaz Ali, Chairman, Kashmir College of Engineering & Technology; Dr Syed Jalal Ahmad, Principal along with faculty members and staff of the college were present on the occasion.

Lt Governor releases Dr Suheel Rasool Mir’s ‘Cultural Encyclopedia of Dard Tribe’

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SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today released the book ‘Cultural Encyclopedia of the Dard Tribe’ authored by Dr Suheel Rasool Mir, at Raj Bhawan.

In his address, the Lt Governor extended his felicitations to the author Dr Suheel Rasool Mir for exploring the remote landscapes and intricate cultural nuances, customs, language and social structures of Dard tribe, through the book.

He appreciated the Shinon Meeras – Shina Cultural Centre at Gurez, Indian Army for preserving traditional wisdom and knowledge, heritage and culture of Dardi people for future generations.

Highlighting the significant contribution of the Tribal community in nation building, the Lt Governor called for collective efforts from all stakeholders in preserving and promoting the rich customs, culture, and linguistic wealth of the tribal community.

On the occasion, the Lt Governor also released the second edition of ‘The North Kashmir Gazette’, a joint endeavour of Kashmir Writers Association and the Army.

Maj. Gen. Girish Kalia, GOC, Vajr Division; Dr Suheel Rasool Mir, author of Cultural Encyclopedia of Dard Tribe; Sh Fida Firdous, President Kashmir Writers Association; senior officials of Army, members of Shina Cultural Centre and Kashmir Writers Association were present.

Youm-e-Ashoora: DC Anantnag participates in Procession

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ANANTNAG: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Syeed Fakhruddin Hamid along with Senior Superintendent of Police Anantnag today participated in the Youm-e-Ashoora procession at Sofipora  Wallarhama in Anantnag.

The procession was attended by a large number of mourners, wearing black attire which symbolises mourning and sacrifice, presented religious eulogies. The procession eventually concluded at the Imambara at Sofipora.

Notably, the Youm e Ashura is marked to commemorate the sacrifice of Imam Hussain (R.A) and his family and symbolises the struggle against untruth and evil.

Rafting in Poonch set to become a premier adventure destination

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POONCH: In a move to promote tourism and adventure activities in the border district of Poonch, the district administration has once again launched a rafting campaign this year. The initiative aims to position Poonch as a prime destination for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.

The campaign was flagged off by Additional District Development Commissioner Poonch, Sandesh Kumar Sharma. The ADDC said this rafting initiative will undoubtedly boost tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. With the ongoing Budha Amarnath Yatra, visitors will now have the opportunity to experience the thrill of river rafting as well.

The district administration lauded the efforts of GoWild Adventures for their outstanding collaboration and commitment to promoting adventure sports in the region.

It is informed that river rafting will held till July 22, 2024. Anyone who wants to experience river rafting can contact the number 7006109348. The rafting timings are from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

International Cricketer Parvez Rasool calls on Lt Governor

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SRINAGAR: Parvez Rasool, an International Cricketer from J&K, today called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan.

He briefed the Lt Governor on his endeavours to promote sports in the region.

Shri #Amarnath yatra crosses 3 lakh in 16 days

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#SRINAGAR: The number of pilgrims who paid obeisance to Lord Shiva at Amarnath cave shrine in South Kashmir crossed the three lakh mark on Sunday as nearly 15,000 yatris had darshan of the naturally formed ice lingam, officials said here.

Annual Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra 2024 commences with religious fervor, gaiety at Kishtwar

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KISHTWAR: The revered Annual Yatra of Shri Ashtadash Bhuja Mata Sarthal Devi Ji commenced today in Kishtwar, marking the beginning of a joyous and spiritually significant event.

The yatra commenced with a grand Hawan ceremony held at Gori Shankar Mandir Sarkoot, where devotees offered “Aahuti & Puran Aahuti.”

Accompanied by an impressive Shoba yatra, the Chari Mubarak (holy procession) proceeded through Chowgan ground, Sheedhi Chowk, and the Bus stand, starting from Gori Shankar Mandir.

Thousands of devotees, including men, women, and children, enthusiastically chanted religious slogans and bhajans while traditional drum beats resonated along the procession route.

The local communities from various neighborhoods extended a warm welcome to the Holy Chari.

At the Bus Stand, devotees boarded buses and other vehicles to make their way to the historic Sarthal Devi Temple in Kishtwar. Tomorrow morning on 15 July a MahaYajna (grand religious ritual) will be performed at Sarthal Devi Mandir.

The district administration and police have made meticulous arrangements for security, drinking water, power supply, transportation, and other essential facilities at Sarthal and Kishtwar to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for the devotees.

Sarthal Devi Ji is revered as the “Kul Devi” (patron goddess) of the region. The historic yatra has been organized every year since the Dogra Regime, and each devotee holds a deep and unique faith in this sacred pilgrimage.

The yatra is annually organized by the Shri Sarthal Devi Ji Trust, under the patronage of Dr. Karan Singh, the sole trustee, and Vikramaditya Singh, Chairman Trustee of the Trust.

Accompanying the yatra were esteemed dignitaries, including Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kishtwar Abdul Qayoom;ASP Kishtwar Pawan Kumar, Former Minister, Sunil Sharma and prominent civil society members, Religious personalities including Surinder Sen, President of Sanatan Dharma Sabha; and Sanjeev Parihar, Vice Chairman of Shri Sarthal Devi Ji Trust, among others also accompanied the holy Yatra.

Uma Bhagwati temple reopened in Anantnag after 34 years

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Govt committed to develop J&K’s own syncretic Culture: Union MoS

ANANTNAG: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, today threw open the ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Uma Bhagwati for the devotees at Brariangan in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag.

The temple has been reopened after a gap of nearly 34 years.

The Union Minister was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Syeed Fakhrudin Hamid, Senior Superintendent of Police Anantnag, Dr G V Sundeep Chakravarthy, officers from the district administration and office bearers of Uma Bhagwati Asthapan Trust.

During the re-opening ceremony, the idol of goddess Uma, brought from Rajasthan was placed in the sanctum sanctorum.

The Union Minister, while addressing the gathering of devotees, expressed confidence that a large number of devotees shall visit the temple on its re-opening. He said that the government’s commitment towards a developed J&K and the UTs own syncretic  culture shall go a long way to develop J&K into a prosperous and peaceful region.

Notably, Uma Bhagwati temple at Brariangan is an ancient shrine where devotees used to come in large numbers from different parts of the J&K to pay obeisance to the  Goddess. The temple is situated amidst five springs including “Brahma  Kund, Vishnu Kund, Rudhra Kund and Shiv Shakti Kund”.

Plantation drive held at Jammu wing of High Court

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#JAMMU: Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice N.Kotiswar Singh and guidance of Judge High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Tashi Rabstan, a plantation drive was held today in the High Court Complex, Janipur here.

Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice N.Kotiswar Singh, Justice Tashi Rabstan, Justice Atul Sreedharan,  Justice Sindhu Sharma,  Justice Puneet Gupta, Justice Rahul Bharti,  Justice Mohd. Yousuf Wani and President, J and K High Court Bar Association, Jammu keenly took part in the plantation drive and also gave message of plantation to youth by planting trees of different varieties.

Principal Secretary to Chief Justice, M.K. Sharma; Director Judicial Academy, Y.P.Bourney; Registrar Rules, Rajinder Sapru; Registrar Judicial, Jammu Wing, Sandeep Kour; Member Secretary, J&K Legal Services Authority; Amit Kumar Gupta;  Secretary, High Court Legal Service Committee, Prem Sagar; advocates and officers/officials of the registry were also present on the occasion.

The event was organized with an aim of enhancing the concept of Van-Mahotsav and making people aware about environment and importance of green cover around us.

Massive hunt underway, search teams supported by helicopter, UAVs, sniffer dogs; Over 20 detained for questioning

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#KATHUA: In Jammu and Kashmir, in order to track down the terrorists involved in the Kathua ambush in which five soldiers were martyred, over 20 persons have been detained for questioning while a massive hunt entered its forth day today.

A massive hunt is going on from Kathua, Bhaderwah, and Udhampur sides despite intermittent heavy rains and fog in dense forests. Meanwhile, questioning of some people in the backdrop of the Kathua ambush is also underway. Joint search parties of Police, Army, and paramilitary forces were carrying out intense searches in the forest area around the incident spot.

Terrain is very difficult and no stone is being left unturned to track down the terrorists involved in the deadly attack. Army and Police personnel had been deployed in dense forests across Udhampur, Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts. Fresh searches have been initiated in the Lala Chack area of Samba, the Manjakote area of Rajouri, and the Surankote area of Poonch districts since Wednesday morning. Elite paratroopers of the Army have also been deployed to conduct the searches.

The search teams are supported by helicopter and UAV surveillance while sniffer dogs and metal detectors are also being used, particularly in the dense forest areas. The National Investigation Agency visited the ambush site and was assisting the Police in the investigation. Worth to mention, the terrorists on Monday opened fire at two Army vehicles on the Machedi-Kindli-Malhar mountain road near Badnota village in Kathua district, resulting in the killing of five army soldiers and wounds to five others. Meanwhile, the search operation to locate terrorists in the Doda district entered its third day today.

On Tuesday, there was a heavy exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces in the Ghadi Bhagwah forest area of Doda. Police and security forces believe at least two terrorists were injured in Tuesday’s exchange of fire.

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Mubarak Gul takes oath as Protem speaker

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#SRINAGAR: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha administered the Oath of Office to Mubarik Gul as Speaker pro tem of Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly...