NOK Desk
The National Conference (NC) is gearing up to nominate a local leader from Kupwara district for the Baramulla constituency in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, slated for April and May 2024. According to sources familiar with the matter speaking to Kashmir News Service (KNS), the party is considering selecting one of two former local ministers
The Division of Social and Basic Sciences at the Faculty of Forestry, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), situated in Benhama-Watlar, Ganderbal, recently organized a day-long awareness program in partnership with the Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Ganderbal, Kashmir. The primary goal of this initiative was to educate current and former
The Sericulture Development Department in Jammu and Kashmir bid a fond farewell to Syed Mohammad Ayub, Section Officer, and Imtiyaz Ahmad Dar, Orderly, from the Directorate of Sericulture Development Department in Srinagar as they retire after years of dedicated service. Under the chairmanship of Ajaz Ahmad Bhat (IAS), Director of Sericulture in Jammu and Kashmir,
Today marks a significant moment as Zahoor Ahmad Bhat officially steps into the esteemed role of Director of Horticulture Kashmir. In a graceful ceremony, he gracefully received the baton from the outgoing director, Mr. G.R. Mir, amidst warm wishes and heartfelt congratulations from the entire team. Bhat’s journey to this prestigious position has been defined
Several socio-political activists, representing diverse political perspectives from Gonipora in the Langate Constituency and Chayalpati, Drugmulla areas of the Handwara constituency, aligned themselves with the Peoples Conference today in the presence of party President Sajad Gani Lone. The event marked a significant surge in support for the party, with numerous former members rejoining to reaffirm
The Tourism Department of Jammu and Kashmir is diligently crafting a revitalized strategy aimed at catapulting the region into a globally renowned tourist hotspot. In a recent meeting convened by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo to discuss this ambitious plan, various innovative measures were put forth by the department to position J&K as the premier tourist
Amidst the heated atmosphere leading up to the Lok Sabha elections, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched scathing allegations against the BJP-led central government. She claims that Aadhaar cards for citizens in her state are being deactivated deliberately, just before the crucial polls. Banerjee has pledged staunch support for the recipients of state-run
In a significant move, America is gearing up to elevate Kashmir’s status as a global tourist destination. This initiative comes at a pivotal time when the picturesque Kashmir Valley is experiencing a remarkable surge in international tourism. With over 15 thousand foreign tourists visiting in the first half of 2023, the valley’s popularity is soaring
On January 13, G R Mir, Director of Horticulture Kashmir, made a significant visit to the Kulgam district, actively participating in a training and awareness camp organized by the Department of Horticulture Kulgam. The venue for this event was the Conference Hall of the DC Office Kulgam, attracting the presence of key figures such as
Ahead of Army Day on January 15, Chief of Army Staff, General Manoj Pande, said on Thursday that the situation and terrorist activities in Rajouri and Poonch in the last 5-6 months have been an issue of concern and because peace is coming in the valley, our adversaries are encouraging proxy wars in the area.