The Jammu and Kashmir administration has announced Rs 50,000 compensation for the loss of milch animals due to cross-border firing, providing much-needed relief to affected border residents. Relief for Affected Farmers Milch animals are a primary source of income for many families living in border areas. The revised compensation aims to support farmers who suffer
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The Crime Branch has registered a case against a travel agency on charges of cheating and fraud, following complaints from multiple victims. The action comes after preliminary investigations found alleged irregularities in the agency’s operations. Allegations of Fraud According to officials, the travel agency is accused of collecting money from clients on the promise of
Vaccination for Hajj pilgrims from Kupwara will begin from June 25, as part of mandatory health preparations for the annual pilgrimage. The initiative aims to ensure the safety and well-being of pilgrims traveling to Saudi Arabia. Mandatory Health Measure for Hajj Health authorities have confirmed that all registered Hajj pilgrims from Kupwara must undergo vaccination
The restoration of seniority has been welcomed as a great and progressive initiative by DAK-S, highlighting its importance for employee rights and administrative fairness. The move is seen as a long-pending decision that restores trust and morale among affected employees. Step Toward Administrative Justice DAK-S has praised the initiative for correcting past anomalies in service
The Union Health Ministry has approved 85 additional MBBS seats for Jammu and Kashmir, marking a significant step toward strengthening medical education and healthcare infrastructure in the region. Boost to Medical Education in J&K The approval aims to address the growing demand for medical professionals by expanding undergraduate medical training capacity. With the addition of
This year’s Ramadhan has witnessed a sharp rise in commodity prices, causing concern among consumers, particularly low- and middle-income households. Prices of essential food items such as vegetables, fruits, pulses, edible oil, meat, and poultry have seen a noticeable increase across markets. Consumers said the price hike during the holy month has made it difficult
The government has agreed to include In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) treatment under the Medical Attendance cum Allowance (MACA) Rules, bringing significant relief to employees seeking advanced fertility treatment. The decision follows long-standing demands from employees’ associations and medical experts. According to officials, the inclusion of IVF under MACA rules will enable eligible beneficiaries to seek
Resident doctors working in Government Medical College (GMC) hospitals have announced that they will go on an indefinite strike from [insert date], demanding resolution of long-pending issues related to service conditions, safety, and administrative concerns. According to representatives of the resident doctors’ association, repeated appeals to the authorities have failed to yield concrete action, leaving
The Karnah region is facing a severe shortage of doctors, causing concern among local residents over access to basic healthcare services. According to locals, medical facilities in the area are operating with limited staff, affecting the timely treatment of patients. Residents said that health centres and hospitals in Karnah lack specialist doctors, forcing patients to
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has set aside the disqualification of Khwaja Muhammad Asif, providing major relief to the senior political leader. The apex court ruled that the earlier verdict disqualifying Asif from holding public office did not meet the required legal standards. Khwaja Muhammad Asif, a prominent leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N),
