News Topic:Forests

Shopian: Forest officials seize vehicle loaded with illegal timber

SHOPIAN — A team of Forest Protection Force from Shirmal Shopian unit of south Kashmir on Monday morning intercepted a Tata Mobile loaded with...

Forest Rights Act to be implemented in J&K

JAMMU — The Chief Secretary, B V R Subrahmanyam today chaired a meeting to review the implementation of the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest...

Don’t force peace loving Gujjar, Bakarwals to take extreme steps: Mehbooba

SRINAGAR — People's Democratic Party president, Mehbooba Mufti on Monday said that government was “pushing” Gujjar and Bakarwal community to take extreme steps.She said...

Forest official & smuggler nexus turning Pulwama forests barren

PULWAMA — The nexus between timber smugglers and forest officials is fast turning several forest compartments of Pulwama into barren open fields.Locals have also...

Fire breaks out at Awoora village in Kupwara

A mysterious fire damaged a large chunk of Social Forest area in Awoora village of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

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Woman dies after scuffle with daughter-in-law in Kangan

A woman died after reportedly falling unconscious during a scuffle with her daughter-in-law in Kangan, Ganderbal, with police investigating the incident.

J&K Govt allows eligible employees to opt for Old Pension Scheme

J&K has allowed eligible employees recruited against pre-December 24, 2009 posts to make a one-time switch from NPS to the Old Pension Scheme.

Ajmer Sightseeing Guide: Famous Religious Sites, Historical Landmarks & Local Experiences

There is a lot to discover in Ajmer, whether you are visiting for religious purposes or just want to learn more about Rajasthan outside of its more well-known cities.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.