NOK Desk

News

Kashmir Medico Dr. Tasaduk Hussain Itoo Receives IDF Certificate of Achievement and ECMECs for Excellence in Diabetes Management

by

Kashmir-based medico and noted health columnist, Dr Tasaduk Hussain Itoo has been awarded a “Certificate of Achievement” by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF).
This recognition was conferred upon Dr Itoo following his successful completion of a specialized course in diabetes management offered by the IDF School of Diabetes.
In addition to the certificate, Dr Tasaduk has also earned eight European Continuing Medical Education Credits (ECMECs). These credits are accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME) and the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS).
Dr Itoo is recognised as a diabetes expert and is an Academic Life Member of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI), the premier national diabetes research organization and leading scientific authority for diabetologists in India.

(News Source Daily Rising Kashmir Website)

News

Machail Encounter Update: one Foreign Militant killed, 2 soldiers injured

by
Operation

A foreigner was killed and two soliers were injured In an ongoing encounter in Machail Sector of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

Srinagar based Chinar Corps Spokesman said that “there has been an exchange of fire with unidentified personnel on a forward post in Kamkari, Macchal Sector on the line of control.

“One Pakistani person has been killed while two of our soldiers have suffered injuries and have been evacuated. Operations are in progress,” he said.

Kashmir Agriculture

J&K Launches Skill Development Program for Sericulture with New Resources and Support

by

Ajaz Ahmad Bhat IAS, Director of Sericulture, kicked off a three-day Skill Development Training Program on Thursday. This initiative is part of the Silk SAMAGRA-II and Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) aimed at advancing human resource development in Jammu and Kashmir.

The event featured the launch of the “Silk Mark Journal” and “Resham Booklets,” which are designed to spread knowledge and best practices in the sericulture industry. Dr. M. Maheshwari, Director of the Central Sericultural Research & Training Institute (CSR&TI), Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Pampore, was the Special Guest of Honor.

As part of the program, rearing kits were handed out to progressive farmers in Srinagar and Budgam Districts, highlighting the department’s dedication to empowering the sericulture community.

During his address, Director Bhat emphasized the importance for stakeholders to utilize the department’s resources, including technical support, disease-free silkworm rearing disinfectants, rearing tool kits, and phased financial assistance for constructing rearing sheds.

Silkworm rearers and farmers present expressed their gratitude to Director Bhat for his unwavering commitment and efforts, which they believe will significantly contribute to the sector’s development.

Director Bhat also urged officers to accelerate the preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for submission to the government. This initiative aims to establish community rearing halls across J&K, providing landless and marginal farmers with the opportunity to engage in silkworm rearing under the department’s supervision—a critical step for the sector’s sustainable growth.

The program underscored the department’s commitment to a thriving and innovative sericulture industry through ongoing human development initiatives and training.

Director Bhat expressed appreciation to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Chief Secretary, Principal Secretary of the Agriculture Production Department, and Member Secretary of the Central Silk Board for their support in revitalizing the sericulture industry in J&K.

Dr. Maheshwari of CSR&TI Pampore reaffirmed her full support for the Sericulture Department and local farmers. She emphasized the significance of skill development training programs and expressed hope that such initiatives will continue to be organized, promoting scientific practices in silkworm rearing to enhance silk production in J&K.

News

Latest Update From Election Commission of India for Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir

by
Election Commission of India

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the second special summary revision of photo electoral rolls in all the Parliamentary and Assembly constituencies in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Here are the key details:

  • Qualifying Date:
  • The qualifying date for this revision is July 1, 2024.
  • Timeline:
  • The integrated draft electoral roll will be published on July 25, 2024.
  • The period for filing claims and objections is from July 25, 2024, to August 9, 2024.
  • Special Campaign Dates:
  • Special campaign dates are scheduled for July 27, 28, and August 3, 4, 2024.
  • Availability of Draft Photo Electoral Rolls:
  • The Draft Photo Electoral Rolls 2024 will be accessible at various locations:
    • District Headquarters
    • Tehsil offices in Srinagar and Jammu
    • Municipal Corporations/Booth Level Offices at polling station level
    • The CEO, J&K website (ceojk.nic.in)
  • Enrollment Eligibility:
  • Individuals who are 18 years of age or older as of July 1, 2024, can enroll in the electoral rolls.
  • Form number 6 is used for the registration of new electors.
  • Forms for Objections and Corrections:
  • Form 7 can be used for objections related to inclusion or deletion of names in the existing electoral roll.
  • Form 8 serves multiple purposes, including corrections of particulars, shifting of residence, replacement of EPIC (Electors’ Photo Identity Card), and marking persons with disabilities.
  • Form 6 B captures the Aadhaar number of existing electors.
  • Online and Offline Filing:
  • Claims and objections can be submitted both online and offline:
    • Online: Use the Voter’s Service Portal (www.voters.eci.gov.in) or download the voter helpline app (VHA).
    • Offline: Contact the concerned BLO (Booth Level Officer), AERO (Assistant Electoral Registration Officer), or ERO (Electoral Registration Officer).
  • Participation and Stakeholders:
  • All stakeholders are encouraged to actively participate in the revision exercise to ensure maximum eligible voters are enrolled.
  • The Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (Migrant) in Delhi, Jammu, and Udhampur will handle claims and objections from Kashmiri migrants within their jurisdiction.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the second special summary revision of photo electoral rolls in all the Parliamentary and Assembly constituencies in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The qualifying date is July 1, 2024. The integrated draft electoral roll will be published on July 25, 2024, and the period for filing claims and objections is from July 25, 2024, to August 9, 2024. Stakeholders are encouraged to participate, and both online and offline filing options are available. The Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (Migrant) will handle claims and objections from Kashmiri migrants within their jurisdiction .

You May Like :

Latest Update From Election Commission of India for Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir

Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited in Action Against Non-Payment of Electricity Bills Consumers

J&K: Telephone Numbers of Important Government Officers from UT J&K

News

Senior Accountant Arrested for Accepting Bribe in Khunmoh Kashmir

by
Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Jammu and Kashmir recently apprehended a Senior Accountant at the Small Industries Development Corporation (SIDCO) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe. Here are the key details:

  1. Complaint and Demand:
  • A written complaint was filed against Mohammad Yaseen Sheikh, the Senior Accountant at SIDCO, Khunmoh, Srinagar.
  • Sheikh was accused of demanding Rs 20,000 as a bribe to process a supplementary partnership deed for the complainant.
  • After negotiations, the bribe amount was settled at Rs 15,000.
  1. Complainant’s Action:
  • Instead of paying the bribe, the complainant approached the ACB to report the incident.
  • The ACB conducted discreet verification, confirming the demand made by Sheikh.
  1. Legal Action:
  • Case FIR No. 18/2024 was registered under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, at the ACB Police Station in Srinagar.
  • A trap team was formed to catch Sheikh red-handed.
  1. Successful Operation:
  • The trap team caught Sheikh while he was demanding and accepting the bribe amount of Rs 15,000 from the complainant.
  • The bribe money was recovered from Sheikh’s possession in the presence of independent witnesses.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are committed to ensuring transparency and accountability. If you have any further questions or need additional information, feel free to ask!

News

Kathua Terror Attack Breakthrough: Two Jaish Operatives Arrested

by

In a significant breakthrough in countering terrorist activities, the Kathua Police at PS Malhar apprehended two Over Ground Workers (OGWs) associated with terror-related actions. These individuals had deliberately withheld crucial information, hindering police efforts to prevent terrorist actions.

The arrested OGWs provided food and hotspot connections to the terrorists responsible for the July 8 ambush on an army convoy in Kathua’s Badnota village. During the ambush, five soldiers, including a junior commissioned officer (JCO), lost their lives, and five others were injured.

The duo, identified as Layaqat Ali from Ward No. 07, Kalna Dhanu Parole in Billawar Tehsil, and Mool Raj from Bowli Mohalla in Malhar Tehsil, also facilitated communication between different groups of terrorists in the jungles of Machhedi. After the attack, they assisted the terrorists in escaping.

The police have questioned over 100 individuals in connection with the case, and preventive measures have been taken against more than 40 people to disrupt potential support systems for terrorist activities¹. A case has been registered at the Malhar police station, and further investigation is ongoing.

The arrest of these OGWs underscores the authorities’ commitment to maintaining security. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or by dialing 100 or 9858034100.

Intel agencies suspect that the Jammu region harbors 50 to 60 hardcore foreign terrorists, including former Pakistan army regulars, in hill districts like Rajouri, Poonch, Doda, Kathua, Reasi, and Udhampur. The army has deployed over 4,000 soldiers, including 500 elite para commandos trained in mountain warfare, to eliminate these terrorists.

Amarnath Yatra 2024

Under Tight Security Another Batch of Pilgrims leave for Amarnath Yatra

by

Another batch of pilgrims left for the Amarnath yatra from the Panthachowk Srinagar base camp under tight security measures on Thursday morning.

The pilgrims set out for the holy shrine, heading towards the base camps of the Baltal and Pahalgam Yatras to connect with their faith and seek blessings.The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board organises the Amarnath Yatra, which is divided into two routes: one through Pahalgam and the other through Baltal.

Baltal serves as the camping ground for pilgrims in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Vikas Kumar, a pilgrim, spoke to ANI ahead of the yatra and said, “There are very good arrangements for the yatra.The security has been deployed well and there are good arrangements for food and lodging.”

This year, the Amarnath Yatra is taking place amid a significant increase in the number of terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir.On July 15, a brief exchange of fire occurred between security forces and terrorists late at night in the Bhatta area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district.

Four soldiers lost their lives in the encounter that broke out in the Desa Forest area.Another encounter between security forces and terrorists took place in the Kastigarh area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, police said on Thursday.The Jammu and Kashmir police and the army have been working together to search for terrorists in those areas.

This year, the yatra started on June 29 and will end on August 19, lasting 52 days.Devotees of Lord Shiva undertake this arduous annual pilgrimage to the holy cave located in the Kashmir Himalayas. (ANI)

Kashmir Tourism

1.08-cr Tourists Visited Jammu & Kashmir till June 2024

by

The tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed unprecedented growth post abrogation of Article 370, and a total of 1.08 crore tourists visited in the last six months this year, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) told the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

Citing a report availed to the MHA by the Jammu and Kashmir government, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai said “The tourism sector has recorded an annual average growth rate of 15.13 per cent during the last three years”.

As per the Minister, a total of 1,08,41,009 tourists visited Jammu and Kashmir between January to June 2024 and 2,11,24,674 in 2023– all-time high so far– followed by the visit of 1,88,64,332 tourists in 2022, 1,13,14,884 in 2021 and 34,70,834 tourists in 2020.

He clarified that the footfall in the tourism sector in 2020 was due to the Covid pandemic.

The government of Jammu and Kashmir has reported that several measures have been taken that led to significant improvement in the tourism sector including Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Policy 2020 notified by the government.

Other measures comprise availing of incentives under the Jammu and Kashmir Industrial Policy- 2021 considering the status of industry to the tourism sector in the Union Territory.

The government also notified the homestay guidelines to accommodate the increasing number of tourists and to give benefits to the locals from the economic gains of the tourism sector.The government has also notified Jammu and Kashmir Film Policy- 2021, and Houseboat Policy – 2020, identified 75 off-beat destinations, said the Minister.

Border tourism has picked up in Jammu and Kashmir and hitherto unknown locations have been opened up for tourism like Gurez, Keran, Teetwal and R S Pura, and the Union Territory is also emerging in adventure and Golf tourism.

“The government of Jammu and Kashmir has undertaken various infrastructure projects to boost the tourism sector and it also is emerging as an international tourist destination after successful hosting of major events such as the 3rd G-20 Tourism Working Group Meeting,” Rai said.
Modern infrastructure and the growing number of luxury hotels and resorts make Jammu and Kashmir a prime location for destination weddings and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) tourism, he said.

“The government of Jammu and Kashmir has reported that due to the above initiatives, the contribution of Tourism in Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) has increased from 7.84 per cent in FY 2019-20 to 8.47 per cent in Financial Year 2022-23,” added the Minister. (ANI)

News

Fire in Khansahib Budgam Destroyed 13 Tea Stalls

by
Fire

 A devastating fire incident in Khansahib tehsil of central Kashmir’s Budgam district led to the destruction of 13 tea stalls.
An official from the Khansahib Police Station informed Agency that the fire broke out during the night between Sunday and Monday in the Raiyar area. “Following the incident, the Police team from the Khansahib police station, along with the Fire tenders team, promptly arrived at the scene and successfully brought the fire under control,” he said.
The tea sellers operated their stalls near the entrance of the popular tourist spot Doodhpathri, serving tea to both tourists and local visitors on a daily basis, the official said, adding that the fire resulted in the complete destruction of 13 tea stalls.
He said an FIR Number 127/2024 has been registered at the Police Station Khansahib regarding the fire incident.

News

Gunfight Breaks out in Trimulha Top area of Lolab in Kupwara

by

A gunfight has erupted between militants and security forces near Trimulha Top area of Lolab in North Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Tuesday.

Informing via social media platform X, The Kashmir Police Zone wrote, ” Security forces have established contact with terrorists near Trimukha Top, Lolab, Kupwara. Operation in progress, reads the post.

More details will folllow soon.(GNS)