News Topic:J&K Jal Shakti Department

Work on century-old Ujh project to finally begin, says Dr Jitendra Singh

The survey for the proposed ₹11,907-crore Ujh Multipurpose Project in Kathua district has been completed, marking a significant step towards the implementation.

J&K Cabinet greenlights free power scheme under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

The cabinet on Friday discussed the implementation of 200 units of free electricity for AAY families in J&K and also approved the reorganisation of the Jal Shakti Department.

Kashmir faces notable flood every six years: Minister

Kashmir is prone to floods, and it witnesses one notable flood on average every six years. Steps have been taken to increase the carrying capacity of Jhelum.

Diarrhoea outbreak hospitalizes over 100 in Anantnag’s Srigufwara area

Over a hundred people from Srigufwara area of southern Kashmir’s Anantnag district were hospitalised after the outbreak of diarrhoea in Trail village, officials said.

Violent clash erupts over water scarcity in Baramulla

Police on Friday resorted to lathi-charge and tear smoke shelling after a water scarcity protest at Chainbal Pattan in Kashmir's Baramulla district turned violent.

J-K to begin smart water meter installation in Srinagar by year-end

The Jammu and Kashmir administration is all set to begin installing smart water metres in the valley by this year's end to ensure 'reasonable' water use.

J-K Govt dismisses employees for alleged involvement in anti-national activities

The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday dismissed four employees including two Constables in J&K Police for their alleged involvement in anti-national activities.

Jal Shakti Department warns of action against illegal water connections

The Jal Shakti Department issued a warning to people with illegal water connections, asking them to regularize their connections within a stipulated period of 10 days.

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J&K celebrates 80th Independence Day, LG and CM extend greetings

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.

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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists

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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death

Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.

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