S Shahid Yaseen , Research Scholar, Department of Management Studies successfully defended his PhD open viva Voce. He worked on the title ‘Assessment of Vocational Education in developing Self-reliance among youth in J&K-with special reference to B.voc and Community Colleges’ under the supervision of Dr. Kafeel Ahmed, Assistant Professor, Department of Management Studies.
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Entrepreneurs’ Day Celebration at the Department of Civil Engineering, Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University
The Department of Civil Engineering at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) celebrated Entrepreneurs Day, with a dynamic event to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among students. Prof. Akbar Masood, Honorable Vice Chancellor of BGSBU, commended the Department of Civil Engineering for organizing the event and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to supporting the development of entrepreneurial skills among students. Registrar Shahbaz Ahmed Mirza (JKAS) underscored the significance of organising such events to nurture students’ entrepreneurial aspirations and their impact on shaping the profession’s future. The Associate Dean of Academic Affairs praised the Department of Civil Engineering for its top performance in innovation and research.
The event’s highlight was a keynote lecture by Dr. Parvez Abdullah, Sr. Assistant Professor from the Department of Management Studies. Dr. Abdullah emphasized the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship in the civil engineering sector, encouraging students to view challenges as opportunities for growth and transformation. His insights into starting and sustaining successful ventures were invaluable for aspiring engineers.
Dr. Pervez Alam, Coordinator of the Civil Engineering Department, spoke about the ongoing efforts by faculty members to promote innovation and entrepreneurial thinking among students. His address reflected the department’s dedication to creating a dynamic environment supporting student’s entrepreneurial ambitions.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Er. Shahid Ul Islam, Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering. Participants departed with a renewed focus on the essential role of entrepreneurship in the future of civil engineering and the opportunities it offers.
Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University celebrated National Space Day
Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University celebrated National Space Day with a series of engaging events and activities aimed at promoting awareness about space exploration and its significance. On the occasion, Vice Chancellor,Prof. Akbar Masood extended greetings on maiden National Space Day. Prof. Akbar mentioned that this day last year India achieved a historical milestone when Chandrayaan – 3 made a soft landing on the moon.
School of Engineering and Technology organised a workshop on the theme Space Ideathon.
Prof. M. A. Shah Department of Physics, NIT Srinagar on the topic “Dimensions of Nanoscience in Space and Satellite Technology”. Mr. Nikhil Riyas, CEO Hexeia Industries (Aerospace Engineer, Innovator, and Entrepreneur) delivered lecture on the topic “New Space Era”. Prof. S. Rubab, Department of Physics, NIT Srinagar delivered a lecture on the topic “Exploring Space: The Universe & Chandrayan 3”. Mr. Ajay Sharma (CSIR – NIScPR- Science Communication).Mr. Ajay Sharma (CSIR – NIScPR- Science Communication) delivered a lecture on the topic “Role of Youth in Making Self- Reliant Bharat in Space”. Dr. Vishal Puri , Principal SoET and Dr. Anil Mani Assistant Professor Department of Physics also spoke on the occasion.
Centre for Hospitality and Tourism organised a lecture on the theme ‘Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga’. Presentations on different topics related to the achievements made by India in Space Science were held in the Environmental Sciences with the active participation of faculty and students.The Department of Physics also organised a lecture highlighting the Indian Space achievements.On the occasion, the National Space Day (NSpD) 2024 event titled: “Touching lives while touching the Moon-India’s Space Saga” which was held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi was live-streamed for broader participation students across the various departments of the University.
Dr Mehboob Beg of PDP Filed Nomination Papers for 44-Anantnag Assembly constituency
As nomination process continues in Anantnag District, one candidate filed his nomination papers today for the 44-Anantnag Assembly constituency, here.
Dr Mehboob Beg from JKPDP submitted his nomination papers in the office of Returning Officer 44-Anantnag AC. This was the first nomination filed so far in the district Anantnag.
The district comprises of seven (07) Assembly Constituencies, nominations for which can be filed till 27th August, 2024.
Shadi Lal Pandita dies in road accident on way back from Rahul Gandhi’s function in Jammu
Senior Congress leader Shadi Lal Pandita died in a road accident while returning from a function attended by party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi in Jammu on Thursday evening.
The accident occurred near Sidhra as Pandita was returning to Jagti migrant township. He was fatally crushed by a truck, officials said.Pandita, the vice chairman of the Kashmiri Migrant Cell, was a dedicated Congress leader and a prominent advocate for the cause of Kashmiri migrants.
“He remained associated with the party from his days in the Youth Congress,” said JKPCC chief spokesperson Ravinder Sharma.The Congress party’s leadership expressed deep shock over his demise and extended heartfelt condolences to his family.
Congress national general secretary Gulam Ahmed Mir, AICC in-charge Bharat Sinh Solanki, J and K Congress president Tariq Hameed Karra, party working presidents Tara Chand and Raman Bhalla, former minister Yogesh Sawhney, and PCC Migrant Cell chairman H L Pandita, along with Kamal Fotedar, mourned the loss of the leader.–(PTI)
In Ashtangoo Bandipora 48 Years old Man dies by electrocution
A 48-year-old man from Ashtangoo Bandipora in north of Kashmir died after he was electrocuted in his home, reports said Friday.
Reports said that the man was shifted to District Hospital Bandipora for treatment, but doctors declared him dead.
Training Program Empowers Tribal Farmers with Modern Pulses Technology at SKUAST-K
The Dryland Agriculture Research Station at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir (SKUAST-K) recently hosted a comprehensive training program for tribal farmers as part of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Pulses. This initiative was supported by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulse Research in Kanpur.
Held in Khiram village, Anantnag, the event saw the participation of over 30 tribal farmers along with SKUAST-K scientists, including Prof. Sher Ahmad Dar, Dr. Latief Ahmad, and Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Dar.
During the event, Prof. Sher Ahmad Dar discussed the pivotal role of modern agricultural technologies in enhancing the socio-economic conditions of tribal farming communities. He outlined the advancements achieved by the AICRP Pulses Srinagar Centre at SKUAST-Kashmir and urged farmers to embrace these innovations to boost their livelihoods.
Dr. Latief Ahmad, a Scientist at DARS and Outreach Incharge for the AICRP on Pulses, detailed the various initiatives undertaken by SKUAST-K to address the specific needs of tribal farmers. He introduced new pulse varieties tailored for high-altitude regions and underscored the importance of adhering to recommended agricultural practices for improved yields and sustainability.
The program also provided farmers with essential resources, including free tarpaulin sheets, agricultural equipment, field pea seeds, and educational materials. Prof. Mushtaq Ahmad Dar expressed gratitude to the funding agencies, stakeholders, and farmers for their contributions to the successful execution of the program.
19 Officers of Telecom Wing Honour With Ranks by Bhim Sen Tuti Inspector General of Police Telecom Services
The Inspector General of Police Telecom Services, Jammu & Kashmir, Bhim Sen Tuti, IPS presided over a piping ceremony today at the Police Headquarters Auditorium, where he conferred the rank of Sub-Inspector upon 19 recently promoted officers of the Telecom Wing.
The officers from the Telecom Kashmir Zone and ACS Zone Kashmir who were honored during the ceremony include: Shri Bashir Ahmad Reshi, Shri Nazir Ahmad Mir, Shri Aushum Ahmad, Shri Gulzar Ahmad Naikoo, Shri Gh. Ahmad Peer, Shri Gh. Mohd Ganai, Shri Fayaz Ahmad Mir, Shri Nasir Ahmad, Shri Javid Iqbal Pir, Shri Bashir Ahmad Lone, Shri Manzoor Ahmad Zargar, Shri Mohd Shafi Ganie, Shri Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, Shri Mohd Ashraf Wani, Shri Mehraj-ud-din Malla, Shri Ab. Rouf Shah, Shri Gh. Nabi Bhat and Shri Mohd Yousuf Tantray.
In his address, IGP Telecom Shri B.S. Tuti, IPS, extended heartfelt congratulations to the newly promoted officers and their families. He underscored the critical role of the Telecom Wing in the effective communication operations of the J&K Police and highlighted the ongoing efforts to upgrade and modernize the telecom infrastructure. Shri Tuti expressed his confidence that the promoted officers would continue to demonstrate the same level of zeal and dedication in their new roles, furthering the mission of excellence within the wing.
The ceremony was also graced by the presence of Director of Police Telecommunication J&K, Shri Manoj Kumar Pandith, JKPS, SP Telecom Kashmir Zone, Shri Fayaz Yaseen, SP Telecom ACS Kashmir, Shri Akhtar Buch, ADO PHQ, Shri Siraj-u-Din, along with other officers from the Telecom Headquarters.
I Re-Structured Party at District level again: Vikar Rasool
Former J&K PCC President Vikar Rasool Thursday said that in the past two years, Congress faced a big storm as the party’s 70 percent structure was dismantled but he along with his team worked hard to restructure the party again and today PCC is a strong and vibrant force in the UT.
Addressing the Congress worker’s meet in Srinagar, Vikar, said that Congress suffered back to back jolts in the past two years and the party’s 70 per cent structure was dismantled. “I as a disciplined soldier of the party along with my team worked hard to re-structure the party and today result is before you,” he said as All India Congress Committee (AICC) president Malikarjun Kharge and senior party leader and leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi listened him patiently.
Vikar said that he was ready to shoulder any responsibility in the party. “If AICC leadership would assign me the charge of a chaprasi (peon), I would accept the post with a great honour and pride,” he said.
Speaking on the occasion, former deputy chief minister of the erstwhile State, Tara Chand said in the past 10 years, J&K lost its identity, special status and what not. “Today, I want to say that Rahulji is playing Indhira Gandhji. Late Indhiraji would give a personal touch to the party and people of J&K whenever there were clouds of uncertainty. Rahulji has come with the same ideology and thinking,” Chand said.
Former J&KPCC chief Ghulam Ahmed Mir in his address said that it is a great pleasure to see AICC chief and leader of the opposition Rahul in J&K. “Your visit is a real morale booster for all the workers of PCC. You have come at a time when the poll bugle has already been blown. This will give a new impetus to the party indeed,” he said—(KNO)
Statehood is the Most Important thing for People Of Jammu and Kashmir: Rahul Gandhi
As the election commission of India announced the dates of the state assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir, Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi along with Congress Rajya Sabha MP Mallikarjun Kharge held a meeting with the party workers of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.
While addressing the event, Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said that the representation of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and their statehood is the most important thing.”You are not workers, you are family.
As soon as we got to know that elections were going to be conducted, we first decided to come here to Jammu and Kashmir because we wanted to give a message to the people of every state that for us the representation of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and their statehood is the most important thing,” said Rahul Gandhi.
“In the history of India, after independence, many union territories have been converted into states but there is only one example when statehood was taken away and a union territory was created.
This has never happened before and we want to give this message that the representation of the people of Jammu and Kashmir is important, it is important for us and it is important for the country…” he added further.
Rajya Sabha LoP and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge mentioned that Rahul Gandhi is related to J&K by blood and appealed to voters saying that their votes are needed to save the country and the culture and rights of the citizens.
“If we win the elections in J&K, the whole of India will come under our control… As Rahul Gandhi said, his relationship with J&K is not limited to likes or dislikes. He is related to J&K by blood… We hope J&K will stand with us in the upcoming elections…
The BJP is always the one who decides where and when to begin elections. All their anger and frustration are targeted only at Congress because no other party gives a tough fight. The only person who dares to fight is Rahul Gandhi… We need your votes to save the country, to save your culture and rights…” said Kharge.
Notably, security has been heightened outside the hotel where Rahul Gandhi and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge held the meeting.
The Congress is likely to fight the JK elections in alliance with the National Conference, although a formal announcement is awaited. The two parties which were part of the INDIA bloc fought the Lok Sabha elections in alliance. (ANI)