News Topic:J&K Government
J&K
J&K admin amends protocols for BDC chairpersons
On Wednesday, the administration amended rules to give Block Development Council (BDC) chairpersons in Jammu and Kashmir a status equivalent to that of Army brigadier.
J&K
Centre’s COVID-19 ‘financial package’ for J&K
In a significant development, the government of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir will get Rs 4580 crore special long term loan from the Government of India for clearing its power purchase liabilities.
KNO -
J&K
Government issues clarification for armed forces’ “strategic areas”
The Government has recently approved a special dispensation for regulating construction in “strategic areas”, required by the armed forces for their direct operational and training requirements.
J&K
Government approves Housing Policy-2020 for J&K
The Administrative Council (AC), which met here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, G C Murmu, accorded sanction to the proposal of Housing & Urban Development Department.
KNO -
J&K
4G Ban: SC asks Centre, J&K Govt to respond in one week
The Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday asked the Centre to file its counter-affidavit on the contempt petition filed by an NGO.
IANS -
J&K
J&K Govt gags all institutes from sharing COVID-19 test details with media
The Government on Wednesday gagged all institutions from sharing details on COVID-19 related testing in Jammu and Kashmir.
GNS -
Politics
Government defers Mayoral elections of SMC
In an extraordinary move, the Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday deferred Mayoral elections of Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) after effecting changes in the law governing the election through an executive order.
KNO -
J&K
Panel formed for realizing National Broadband Mission in J&K
The J&K Government has constituted a high-level panel headed by Chief Secretary for implementing and realizing the objectives as envisaged in the National Broadband Mission.
GNS -
Latest news
Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K
Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.
India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map
India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.
Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say
Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.
Must read
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.