News Topic:J&K Jal Shakti Department

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.

Jaundice outbreak in Pulwama village prompts official investigation

Concerns escalate in the village of Bellow Dergund, Rajpora area of Pulwama, as health officials investigate a surge in jaundice cases, particularly among children.

Water crisis grips Pulwama village on Eid-ul-Fitr

As Kashmir celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr, the people of Batpora Rajpora in Pulwama district found themselves in the midst of a pressing issue - a severe water shortage.

Nine test positive after jaundice outbreak in Pulwama

An outbreak of jaundice in Dargund Bellow village in southern Kashmir's Pulwama district has raised concerns as nine persons have tested positive.

Residents of Dalipora Pulwama protest over contaminated water supply

Anger and frustration bubbled over in Dalipora area of Kashmir's Pulwama district as residents took to the streets in protest against the Jal Shakti Department.

Residents of Pulwama’s Sonzwatter village face longstanding water crisis

Residents of Sonzwatter village in southern Kashmir's Pulwama district have demanded potable water in the area.

Kashmir faces water scarcity crisis as dry spell hampers 20% of potable supply

Amidst a prolonged dry spell in Kashmir, approximately 20 per cent of the valley’s potable water supply is “badly affected”, the Jal Shakti Department said.
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Kashmir grapples with unprecedented water crisis amidst prolonged dry spell

A severe water crisis has engulfed the Kashmir region, triggered by an extended dry winter spell that has severely impacted its water sources, raising urgent alarms.

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Man injured in bear attack in Pulwama’s Tral

A man was injured in a bear attack in Nagbal village of Tral, Pulwama, on Monday morning. Wildlife officials sent a team to the area.

J&K deports 150 Bangladeshi nationals after Aadhaar discrepancies

J&K authorities deported 150 Bangladeshi nationals after nationality verification triggered by Aadhaar discrepancies, officials said.

CAG flags 74% MGNREGA works incomplete in J&K, ₹1,897 crore spent on unfinished projects

CAG found 14.82 lakh MGNREGA works incomplete in J&K, with ₹1,897 crore spent on them and ₹704 crore in pending liabilities by March 2024.

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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.