News Topic:J&K Jal Shakti Department

Jal Shakti Department sounds alarm as Kashmir’s water bodies reach historic low levels

The Jal Shakti Department has issued an alarm as Kashmir grapples with a prolonged dry spell, leading to a partial drying of water bodies across the valley.

Water crisis grips south Kashmir as dry spell depletes key sources

The prolonged dry spell in the Kashmir valley has resulted in the depletion of renowned water bodies in south Kashmir, triggering a water shortage in numerous villages.

Snowfall delay threatens long-term impact on water availability: Jal Shakti Department

The persistent dry spell in Kashmir, especially in the peak time of Chillai Kalan, has cast a shadow on Kashmir’s major water resources including Jehlum.

Water supply in Srinagar areas to remain affected

The authorities on Saturday said the water supply in several areas of Srinagar will remain affected on March 14 due to the cleaning of a service reservoir.

Govt transfer policy torn to shreds at Jal Shakti Pulwama

The transfer policy of the Government of J&K is not applicable to the influential and well-connected Junior Engineers of Jal Shakti Department of Pulwama division.

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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

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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.