With the growing demand of electricity after the onset of winters, the Power Development Department (PDD) has requested for more power to reduce the issues of distress and unscheduled power cuts across the Valley. A top official informed that the demand for power has increased significantly from the past two weeks and requires extra electricity
Chief Engineer, Distribution, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), Er. Aaquib S. Waheed Deva today expressed serious concern over reports of rising damage to DT substations, due to unauthorised excess load of crude heating gadgets, which is over and above their installed capacity. In a press statement issued here today, the Chief Engineer referred to
Srinagar Police has introduced a dedicated helpline numbers to address public grievances related to police verifications, including passport verification, police clearance certificates (PCC), government/private employee verification, and tenant verification etc. The helpline will be operational on all working days from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Citizens can call or send a WhatsApp message to the
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Tuesday emphasised bolstering Police and allied organisations, infusing technology in alignment with human resources for modernisation to effectively deal with the security and law and order-related challenges in J&K. Reviewing the progress of ongoing projects under Security Related Expenditure (SRE), Prime Minister’s Development Package (PMDP) and issues related to prison management
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) today achieved a major milestone by onboarding two lakh smart-metered consumers to pre-paid billing mode. With this, the prepaid consumers shall now enjoy complete control over electricity usage and convenience of re-charging their meters whenever needed. In a press statement released here today, Chief Executive Officer, IT&C, KPDCL, Er.
The Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, on Monday reaffirmed the authorities’ commitment to continuing and intensifying the crackdown on traffic rule violators across the Kashmir. Speaking to Kashmir News Service, Bukhari stated that any vehicle found in serious violation of traffic regulations would only be released after a court order, signaling a
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, V.K. Bidhuri, has assured the public that the administration has made significant improvements in the power supply for this winter season, taking into account the expected La Niña conditions. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Bidhuri highlighted that the administration was well aware of the La Niña phenomenon and had been preparing for
The smart city Srinagar Saturday was received the SKOCH Award of Excellence in Sustainable Transport System for its work on creating a better and greener transport network. The award was presented on Saturday in Delhi and highlights Srinagar’s efforts to develop spaces where people can walk and cycle safely. The Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL)
Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting of Civil administration and Police Department to take stock of the preparations made by Deputy Commissioners to conduct the exams for selection of Constables in Police through J&K Services Selection Recruitment Board (SSRB). Besides the Chairperson, JKSSRB those who attended the meeting includes Divisional Commissioner Kashmir/Jammu; ADGP,
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), today informed the domestic consumers to treat as genuine and authentic the bulk text messages sent to them for installation of solar roof-top plants under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana of the Union Ministry of New & Renewable Energy. In a statement issued here today, a KPDCL
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today conducted a comprehensive inspection of Government Medical College Baramulla and its associated hospital to assess the existing healthcare facilities and ensure improvements for better service delivery to patients. During the visit, the DC inspected several key facilities, including the Dialysis Center, Oxygen Plant, Sub Station, newly constructed
In view of dip in local power generation, the Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Department (PDD) is likely to announce new power curtailment schedule in coming days. A top official of the PDD informed that “Soon we will be announcing the new power curtailment schedule. We are already working on it and most likely we
The government and non-governmental organizations have come together to provide relief to families affected by the recent fire in Rainawari, Srinagar. Manzoor Wangnoo, Chairman of Kashmir Welfare Trust, announced that the organization distributed essential items such as blankets and food to the victims. Wangnoo commended the swift response from various quarters, including MLA Zadibal, who
important update from Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited In view of Reconductoring of 33 KV Khanyar- Rainawari Line from 0.15 ACSR to 0.2 ACSR, the power supply to Receiving Stations including Khanyar, Rainawari & Takanwari and areas including Miskeen Bagh, Rozabal, Magdoom Sb, Hazuri Bagh, Jogilankar, JLNM Sangam, Islamia College, Narwara. Hospital, Kondabal, Hasanabad, Palpora
The Srinagar Traffic Police has launched a dedicated WhatsApp helpline number to allow citizens to report traffic violations directly. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the new initiative aims to address a range of traffic offences, including driving by minors, rash driving, negligent driving and other violations. Locals have hailed the move, praising
In view of the ongoing snowfall and slippery road condition in Kashmir’s hilly areas, traffic police has issued advisory for motorists. According to the advisory only 4X4 vehicles and those equipped with anti-skid chains, with a seating capacity of no more than 10 seats, will be allowed on specific hilly roads. The advisory stated that
As the part of its proactive measures to address challenges from snowfall, the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) conducted an extensive snow clearance mock drill today. The exercise aimed to evaluate the city’s preparedness for heavy snowfall and ensure seamless functioning of essential services during the upcoming winter season. The drill simulated real-life snow clearance operations
Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Conference President Sajad Lone expressed serious concern today over the ongoing water crisis at Handwara hospital, which has been without water for three consecutive days. In an official statement, Lone highlighted that the water disruption stemmed from damage to the pipes due to a human error, reportedly by a department not
A delegation from Darul Khair Mirwaiz Manzil Srinagar, as per the instructions of its patron Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq, on Thursday visited the Gurez area of Bandipora where the main market of Dawar recently suffered damage due to the tragic fire. Led by Mufti Ghulam Rasool Samoon, the delegation distributed essential food items,
In a story that highlights resilience, dedication, and the power of dreams, Iqra Farooq Bhat, the daughter of a tailor from Zakura, Srinagar, has reached extraordinary heights. She has not only secured the first rank in the Kashmir region but also achieved the second rank in the entire Jammu and Kashmir region in the prestigious
Continuing its mission to inspire youth to excel in the state’s civil services, the Awami Itehad Party (AIP) Senior Leader and MLA Langate Sheikh Khursheed congratulated Civil Service topper hailing from Chontipora, Mawar, Langate, Tasneem Kabir, daughter of Dr. A.B. Kabir Dar, Secretary of ARI and Trainings for her exceptional achievement in securing the 4th
As part of winter preparedness, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), has dumped additional 472 KL of High-Speed Diesel (HSD) to run 25 DGs of various capacities to ensure power supply in harsh winter months to unelectrified households in 22 villages of remote Gurez area of Bandipora District. Meanwhile, KPDCL has already floated tenders for
An NGO in Kashmir Tuesday said that it will be sending aid this Friday to the fire-hit Warwan valley in J-K’s Kishtwar.Earlier this month, over 50 residential homes and a grand mosque was ruined after a devastating fire engulfed almost the whole hamlet in J-K’s Warwan.The NGO, Syed-ud-Sadat Foundation said their aid would involve one
Vigilance Awareness Week began on 28th October 2024 and will continue until 3rd November 2024. In accordance with the guidelines issued by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir GAD (Vigilance) Circular No. 23-JK (GAD) of 2024, dated 09.10.2024, Traffic Range Jammu organized pledge ceremonies at all traffic units and sub-divisions within the Jammu Range. The
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL), today urged its domestic consumers to use power judiciously which shall safeguard DTs (Domestic Transformers) from getting damaged, resulting in power outages and hardships to the people in winter. In a statement issued here today, a KPDCL spokesperson stated that with the onset of winter, heating load has increased
