Centre denies financial aid for Keralas Port City project citing lack of feasibility study, DPR
In a communication to Kerala government, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal state the memorandum did not include a feasibility study, techno-economic report, or DPR for projects listed in proposal
SIT takes suspended CI into custody in Sai Krishna custodial death case
S.S.V.V. Nagaraju, the main accused, was moved from judicial remand at Rajamahendravaram to Vijayawada, where the SIT began questioning him under a seven-day custody order from the Supreme Court
Tamil Nadu government forms Expert Advisory Committee to monitor, assess El Nio weather phenomenon
The committee will monitor rainfall and drought conditions, identify vulnerable areas, and advise the Tamil Nadu Disaster Risk Reduction Agency on early warning systems.
E20 Fuel in India: What is its impact on vehicles and why is it not cheaper than petrol? | Explained
Experts say that the concerns associated with E20 are largely confined to older vehicles that were not designed or calibrated for higher ethanol blends
Why have eggs returned to mid-day meal menu in Kolkata schools? | Explained
The decision to reconsider eggs in the menu of mid-day meals comes after careful consideration with the Suvendu Adhikari-led government not wanting to hand over an issue to the Opposition
The protesting MPs lined up behind a banner that read 'who gave the order', an apparent reference to the directions to security personnel to use lethal force against student protesters
Timeless tables: Five iconic Chennai restaurants that have fed the city for decades
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Mamata Banerjee urges EC to conclude 'TMC dispute' inquiry without giving rival camp more time
TMC chief asked EC to conclude its inquiry regarding the partys ownership and not grant any further opportunity to the partys rival faction to stake claims
The film marks Jordans second directorial venture after Creed III and also stars Adria Arjona, Kenneth Branagh, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbk and Aiysha Hart
Tamil Nadu offers policy stability, transparent governance for urban growth: Minister Rajkumar
Speaking at The Hindu Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure Summit 2026 in Chennai on Thursday, Mr. Rajkumar said the TVK government, under the visionary leadership of our Chief Minister [C. Joseph Vijay], is committed to building cities that provide every citizen with a better quality of life
Delhi court cancels non-bailable warrants against SFI's Aishe Ghosh in 2021 case
The case pertains to an FIR against Ghosh registered under the IPC sections 188 (disobeying order issued by public servant), 447 (criminal trespass) and 34 (common intention)
Jared Leto met psychopaths for Suicide Squad
The 44-year-old actor will take on the role of the supervillain 'Joker' in the upcoming superhero movie.
Watch: BJP protesters detained in Delhi over Punjab paper leak issue
Kerala HC seeks States response on actor Ansiba Hassans petition against Magistrates order
HC admits petition by Ansiba Hassan challenging order of Judicial First Class Magistrate Court, Ernakulam, which refused to register a case based on her complaint against a video allegedly containing sexually coloured and defamatory statements made against her
Chennai consumers express shock over exorbitant bi-monthly electricity bills
They say the bi-monthly bill for June and July was particularly high; TNPDCL officials say the extended summer this year contributed to a rise in electricity consumption compared to last year
Enhanced rainfall activity likely across parts of Tamil Nadu
The wet spell, which is expected to continue till August 4, is also likely to bring respite from the sizzling temperatures prevailing over interior parts of the State.
U.S. uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot
The Alien Terrorist Removal Court is scheduled to hold a hearing in Washington, DC, for the government's petition to deport Nazira Haji Zada who was arrested earlier this week
Can foreign campuses in India replace study abroad?
Kerala govt not keen to pursue NEET protest cases, exploring their withdrawal: Ramesh Chennithala
However, Home Minister indicates that if any of the cases involve offences of serious criminal nature, those may not be withdrawn
Another warrior of the Indian batting fortress bids adieu
The Mumbaikar, now charting a fresh path as a commentator, belonged to a school of batsmanship lit up by Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Dilip Vengsarkar and Rohit
Heavy rain lashes Telangana districts; Bejjur in Asifabad district logs 183.5 mm rain in 24 hours
The intense rainfall prompted district administrations across northern Telangana to issue alerts, inspect flood-prone locations and activate emergency response mechanisms
Portion of Pune-Bengaluru national highway collapses near Belagavi
MLA Shashikala Jolle visited the site and expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of work, promises to apprise Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and demand that the strip be rebuilt
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Telanganas Warangal to map protected monument lands to prevent encroachments
Lokesh dares Jagan for debate on DSC, again
At a meeting in Adoni, the Minister said the TDP had recruited 2,00,000 teachers over the years and filled 16,000 posts despite 250 lawsuits, and accused Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy of claiming credit for the Bhogapuram airport only after its inauguration was announced
Rahul Gandhi using unparliamentary language: Shahnawaz Hussain
Madras High Court denies anticipatory bail to DMK MLA Senthilbalaji
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan dismisses his advance bail plea after State Public Prosecutor said that a minimum loss of 100 crore had been caused to the public exchequer and therefore, the case required custodial interrogation
Jared Leto accused of sexual assault by multiple women; actor-singer denies allegations
In a recently released documentary, Jared Leto: Hollywoods Dark Secret, four women described encounters that took place between 2002 and 2016 when the actor was in his 30s or 40s
Keralas UDF govt clears CM V.D. Satheesan of corruption charges in Punarjani foreign fund case
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala says previous LDF governments case against Satheesan was politically motivated
Holiday declared for schools in Telanganas Nirmal on July 30
IIT alumnus Jagdish Aphale appointed secretary of Ayodhya Ram Temple trust
Jagdish Aphale is linked with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and holds a BTech in Electrical Engineering and an MTech from IIT Bombay
Officials say Kerala government is legally examining VACB report to Home department in 2025 which stated that the NGO violated Rule 19 of FCRA by allegedly failing to maintain records of foreign donations for Punarjani project and of utilisation of endowments from abroad
World Squash Junior Championships: Indian mens team enters semifinals, womens side crashes out
The Indian mens team beat third-seed England to set up a semifinal clash against the USA as it looks to better its bronze-medal finish last year in this event
Milken Institute Unveils Details for 2026 Asia Summit, Calls for Smart Leadership in an AI-Driven World
Vastra Utsav 2026 celebrates Indias textile heritage with handlooms, crafts and sustainable fashion
From handwoven saris and sustainable fashion to artisan crafts and regional delicacies, Vastra Utsav returns to Chennai with over 50 exhibitors celebrating Indias rich textile heritage., discover timeless craftsmanship, Meet master weavers and shop directly from the artisans of the country who contribute to making India a textile haven at the annual fundraiser for DakshinaChitra
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15 kg gold, 28.5 crore cash recovered from formergovtbus driver in Bengals Birbhum
This is one of the biggest cash recoveries in the State after 50 crore cash and 5kg gold was recovered from a close aide of former Education Minister Partha Chatterjee
Stock markets trade in positive territory led by IT firms, foreign fund inflows
30-share BSE Sensex advanced 75.71 points to 77,726.62 in early trade; The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 26.90 points to 24,275.85
OpenAI's Sam Altman discusses rogue agent with U.S. senators, as Trump considers AI controls
The incident signaled that AIs expanding capabilities are already fueling the security threat experts long feared
Microsoft reports gains from cloud and AI investments
Microsoft reported $90 billion in revenue and $35.8 billion in net income in the last quarter of its fiscal year
Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket
The 38-year-old played an overall 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is for India in a career which began in 2013
Kerala PSC exam scam: SIT suspects larger conspiracy behind irregularities
According to SITs findings, alleged malpractice was not an isolated lapse, but an orchestrated attempt to manipulate rank list
Rupee rises 13 paise to 95.63 against U.S. dollar in early trade
The Indian currency's gain was capped by a strong dollar index after the U.S. Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, said forex traders
Voting under way for Manjalpur byelection in Gujarat
The bypoll was necessitated by the death of senior BJP MLA and former Gujarat minister Yogesh Patel on June 2 after a prolonged illness.
The KargilLeh Highway was closed to traffic following a landslide .
Samsung reports record profit as South Korean chip giants benefit from global AI boom
Samsung Electronics has reported a record operating profit of $62 billion for the April-June quarter
U.S. launches strikes on Iranian targets day after it foiled missile attack on American forces
The new strikes came hours after U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to hit Iran very hard after it targeted a base in Jordan that hosts U.S. troops
Two arrested for allegedly threatening bar staff with fake pistol in Kalaburagi
According to police, the incident occurred on July 22 when the accused were consuming food and alcohol in the bar
Opposition plans to seek a discussion on the embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple
Watch: Unaddressed Challenges: On Indias Crisis In Education
The governments response to the NEET controversy has focused on strengthening the National Testing Agency through a new task force and long-pending reforms. But are technical fixes enough to address Indias deeper education crisis?
Haryana@60: New MSME Policy Heralds a New Era of Investment, Innovation and Exports
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Plea in Andhra High Court challenging privatisation of registration services
T.G. Mohandas case: 27 AIYF activists booked for protest march to Hindutva ideologues house
AIYF activists charged with unlawful assembly and creating danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation
30-year-old Shivamogga resident arrested for posing as PA to Karnataka CM, cheating
Police identified the accused as Hemanth Kumar alias Ganesh, 30, a resident of Sharavathi Nagar in Shivamogga
Chhattisgarh Assembly polls | Congress retains all Ministers, drops eight MLAs in first list
All but one Minister will contest from the seats they won in 2018; CPCC chief who had vacated his Assembly seat after winning a Lok Sabha seat will return to State fray; dropped MLAs mostly first-timers
Watch: Wildfire in Tamil Nadus Western Ghats destroys over 200 acres
Four Booked in Fake Cooking Oil Company Fraud; EOW Kashmir Files Chargesheet
Srinagar, July 30: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has filed a charge-sheet in FIR No. 77/2022 under Sections 420 and 120-B IPC before the Hon'ble Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, against four accused persons in a cheating case. The accused are;Mohd Amin Bhat S/o Mohd Afzal Bhat, R/o Khanyar, Srinagar,Khalid Hussain Khan S/o Ghulam Hassan Khan, R/o Gasiyar Hawal, Srinagar, Anil Kumar Maheshwari S/o Ganpat Lal, R/o A-38, Satiya Nagar, Ward No. 09, Jhotwara, Jaipur, Rajasthan and Shashank Kumar S/o Surinder Singh, R/o B-50, Uddai City, Pallapurram-2, Modipurram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The case originated from a complaint alleging that Mohammad Amin Bhat of Khanyar, Srinagar, along with Khalid Hussain Khan, Area Sales Manager, and Anil Kumar Maheshwari, Regional Sales Manager of M/s Assured Agro Food Industries, induced him to invest Rs. 15 lakh as a security deposit for the supply of cooking oil. The accused represented that the company was a manufacturer of cooking oil and assured delivery of stock within a week. However, no stock was supplied. Accordingly a probe has been ordered to investigate the allegations and during investigation, it was established that the accused persons, acting in conspiracy, cheated the complainant on the pretext of supplying mustard oil. Enquiries with the Registrar of Companies, Rajasthan, revealed that no company by the name of M/s Assured Agro Food Industries was registered. Investigation further disclosed the involvement of the company's purported owner, Shashank Kumar of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. On completion of investigation, the charge-sheet has been presented before the competent court for judicial proceedings. The Crime Branch has advised the public to remain vigilant against such economic frauds and report any suspicious activities to the SSP, EOW Kashmir. Victims may also lodge complaints through email at sspeow-kmr@jkpolice.gov.in
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Short: 82,971 kg narcotics seized in J&K between 2020-2024
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What is the rationale behind Cauvery panels decision on release of water to T.N. | Explained
The Committee took into account net inflow to the four reservoirs in Karnataka during the current season and compared it with the 30-year-long data. CWRC chief Vinit Gupta, told The Hindu that the shortfall suffered by the reservoirs was to the extent of 60%
U-17 Inter-District Provincial Level Subroto Cup Football Tournament begins in Baramulla
Baramulla, July 29: The Under-17 Boys Inter-District Provincial Level Subroto Cup Football Tournament 2026 commenced on Wednesday at St. Joseph's School, Baramulla, under the aegis of Directorate of Youth Services & Sports, Jammu & Kashmir, with DYSS Baramulla serving as the host district. The championship was formally inaugurated by the District Youth Services & Sports Officer (DYSSO), Baramulla, Mushtaq Ahmad Pampori, in the presence of Mubeen Ahmad Khan (PEM), Shabir Ahmad Thoker (PEM), and Showkat Ahmad Waza (PEM) Convener of the Tournament, along with officials, technical staff, coaches, and participating teams. A total of eight districts out of ten are participating in the prestigious Under-17 provincial football championship, providing a competitive platform for young footballers to showcase their talent and sportsmanship. The opening day's first session featured six exciting matches, with Bandipora defeating Anantnag 4-0, Baramulla thrashing Shopian 8-0, and Srinagar registering a dominant 9-0 win over Kulgam. Ganderbal and Budgam played out a closely contested draw, while Srinagar continued their winning run by overcoming Anantnag 4-2. In another evenly fought contest, Baramulla and Budgam shared points after their match ended in a draw. The tournament is expected to witness intense competition in the coming days as participating districts strive to secure the coveted provincial title and earn qualification for the next stage of the prestigious Subroto Cup Football Tournament 2026.
A.P. to get four female tigers from Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh soon
Number of anti-poaching camps in NagarjunasagarSrisailam Tiger Reserve is being increased from 89 to 150, says Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan
J&K Sports Council to hold Open Selection Trials for Junior Boys Football Team
Srinagar, Jul 29: The Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council has announced open selection trials for the formation of the Junior Boys Football Team that will represent the Union Territory in the upcoming Junior Boys National Football Championship for the Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy 202627, to be conducted under the aegis of the All-India Football Federation (AIFF). The Council has invited talented and eligible young footballers from across Jammu and Kashmir to participate in the trials. Division-level selection trials will be held on 31st July and 1st August 2026 at Mini Stadium Synthetic Turf, Parade Ground, Jammu for players from the Jammu Division, and at Synthetic Turf Football Stadium, TRC, Srinagar for players from the Kashmir Division. The final UT-level selection trials for shortlisted players from both divisions will take place on 3rd and 4th August 2026 at the TRC Football Stadium, Srinagar. The notification states that players born between 1 January 2011 and 31 December 2012 are eligible to participate. Applicants must be residents of Jammu & Kashmir and are required to produce their original birth certificate, Aadhaar card with a recent photograph, and two passport-size photographs along with photocopies of all documents for verification. Participants have been instructed to report in complete playing kit, including jersey, shorts, stockings, shin guards and football boots. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the trials. Players selected at the UT level will undergo a coaching camp in Srinagar before the final squad is announced. Selected players may also be required to undergo Bone Age Verification Tests as per AIFF guidelines. The J&K Sports Council has encouraged aspiring footballers to make the most of this opportunity to earn a place in the Union Territory team and showcase their talent at the national level.
J&K Open returns to Srinagar with Rs 1 cr prize purse
Srinagar, Jul 29: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir, through J&K Tourism, and the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) on Wednesday announced the fifth edition of the J&K Open, which will be held at Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar from August 4 to 7. The tournament, carrying a record prize purse of Rs 1 crore, will mark the beginning of the second half of the DP World PGTI's 2026 season. The prize purse has been doubled from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1 crore, underlining the growing stature of the tournament on India's professional golf circuit. The event is supported by J&K Tourism as title partner, with Royal Springs Golf Course serving as the host venue. DP World, Axis Bank, Amul, Amrutanjan Enerlyte, Campa, Air India Maharaja Club and Kalyani are among the key partners supporting the championship. The tournament will feature some of India's leading golfers, including 2026 Order of Merit leader Saptak Talwar, Veer Ahlawat, Om Prakash Chouhan, Manu Gandas, defending champion Shaurya Bhattacharya and Angad Cheema. Fourteen international players from nine countries, including the United States, Japan, Canada, the Czech Republic and Malaysia, will also participate, giving the event a strong global presence. Deputy Director Tourism Kashmir, Rashid Raina, said the government is proud to support the championship at one of India's finest golf venues. He said the event strengthens Jammu & Kashmir's reputation as a leading golf tourism destination while promoting tourism growth, economic development and world class sporting events in the region. DP World PGTI Chief Executive Officer Amandeep Johl said the J&K Open has become one of the most eagerly awaited tournaments on the tour calendar. He thanked Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, the Government of Jammu & Kashmir and J&K Tourism for their support. He said the Robert Trent Jones II designed Royal Springs Golf Course provides an outstanding championship venue admired for its playing conditions and scenic surroundings. J&K Tourism is using the tournament to promote golf tourism across the Union Territory, which is home to renowned golf courses at Royal Springs, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Jammu Tawi. The Royal Springs Golf Course, located along the Dal Lake with the Zabarwan mountains in the backdrop, is regarded as one of Asia's most picturesque golf courses and is expected to attract players and visitors from across the country and abroad. agencies.
DC Pulwama chairs meeting of District Advisory Committee on My Bharat Initiative
Pulwama, Jul 29: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the District Advisory Committee on My Bharat at the Administrative Complex, Pulwama, to review the implementation and progress of the MY Bharat initiative in the district. At the outset, the District Youth Officer, Pulwama, delivered a detailed presentation highlighting the objectives of MY Bharat and the progress achieved in the district. The presentation covered youth registrations, formation of Youth Clubs, registration of NGOs, experiential learning opportunities, district performance on the MY Bharat portal, events conducted, and the roadmap for strengthening youth participation in the coming months. Addressing the meeting, the DC highlighted the importance of creating meaningful opportunities for youth engagement through skill development, community service, and nation-building activities under the MY Bharat platform. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the district's performance under various indicators and took stock of the status of youth registrations and institutional participation. He stressed the need for coordinated efforts among all stakeholder departments to enhance outreach and ensure greater enrolment of youth on the MY Bharat platform. Dr. Qayoom directed the concerned officers to intensify awareness campaigns in educational institutions and at the grassroots level through Youth Clubs, NSS, NCC, and other community-based organisations. He also emphasized the importance of organising regular youth-centric activities to encourage leadership and community participation under the My Bharat initiative. Dr. Qayoom emphasized that educational institutions, Youth Clubs, Panchayati Raj Institutions, Urban Local Bodies, and field functionaries should be actively involved in mobilising youth and ensuring maximum registrations. On the occasion, the DC directed all concerned departments and stakeholders to work in close coordination with the District Youth Office to maximise youth enrolment and ensure effective implementation of the objectives of the MY Bharat initiative. The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pulwama; General Manager, DIC, Pulwama; Assistant Commissioner Development, Pulwama; and other members of the District Advisory Committee.
CUKashmir celebrates 6-yrs of NEP-2020
Ganderbal, Jul 29: Under the banner of Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS)-2026, Central University of Kashmir (CUK) celebrated six years of the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020, at the Tulmulla Campus here Wednesday. Addressing the participants (online), Vice Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, said the NEP-2020 seeks to develop independent learners who possess effective communication skills, digital literacy, experiential learning abilities, and a balanced understanding of the past, present and future. Deliberating on the transformative vision of NEP-2020 and its role in shaping India's future, Prof. A Ravinder Nath said, Educational institutions must nurture students as global citizens equipped with knowledge, competence, values and a deep sense of social responsibility. He stated that students must develop financial literacy, analytical thinking, critical decision-making abilities, social skills and active community engagement, enabling them to respond effectively to the rapidly changing global environment. Prof. A Ravinder Nath reaffirmed that the CUKashmir remains committed to implement the vision of NEP-2020 through multidisciplinary education, research excellence, innovation, digital transformation, skill development, Indian Knowledge Systems and quality enhancement initiatives, thereby contributing meaningfully towards the national aspiration of Viksit Bharat @2047. Addressing the gathering, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, said that students should actively acquaint themselves with the University's academic innovations and achievements by exploring the best practices documented on the official website of the University. Director, Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA) and Head, Deptt of Education, Prof. Syed Zahoor Geelani, said the University has always remained responsive to national educational initiatives and policy reforms. Recalling the early stages of the policy, he stated that when the draft NEP was released, the CUKashmir emerged as one of the pioneering institutions in the region to organise extensive deliberations on the draft and submit comprehensive institutional inputs and recommendations to the Government. Associate Prof. Deptt of Mathematics and Coordinator, NEP-2020, Dr. Haribhau Bhapkar, highlighted the University's sustained efforts towards effective implementation of the policy. He elaborated on the University's Panchamukhi Sutra, describing it as the guiding philosophy of holistic education comprising academic excellence, empathy, physical well-being, spiritual development and design thinking. He observed that these five pillars collectively prepare students not merely for employment, but for purposeful lives marked by innovation, compassion and responsible citizenship. Earlier, in his address, Dean Students' Welfare, Dr. Jehirul Islam, underscored the transformative impact of NEP-2020 in reshaping India's higher education landscape. The policy has redefined education by promoting multidisciplinary learning, flexibility, innovation, inclusivity and holistic student development. Youth Welfare Officer, Dr. Firdous Ahmad Sofal, Youth Welfare Officer conducted the programme proceedings and highlighted the constitutional values, ethical responsibilities and democratic ideals embedded in NEP-2020. Madhumita Pradhan, proposed the vote of thanks.
IUST to host conference on innovative pedagogies for future-ready higher education
Awantipora, Jul 29: The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), through its Design Innovation Centre, is set to host a high-profile, two-day National Conference on Innovative Pedagogies for Future-Ready Higher Education from July 30-31, 2026. The mega academic event will be inaugurated by Prof. Dinesh Singh, Vice Chairman of the Higher Education Council, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, who will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest and deliver the keynote address. The conference aims to bring together Vice Chancellors, heads of institutions, and policy coordinators from across Jammu and Kashmir to strategize the implementation of the pioneering Design Your Own Degree (DYoD) initiative and National Education Policy (NEP-2020) frameworks. Speaking ahead of the event, Vice Chancellor IUST, Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, who is the patron of this significant conference, emphasised the salience of this dialogue in the backdrop of the NEP framework, which aims at a collaborative, student-centric, and technology-driven learning ecosystem. He called this conference a meaningful initiative to promote innovations and strengthen future readiness of higher education in the region. The two-day event features a comprehensive lineup of interesting sessions, including interdisciplinary breakthrough sessions by top academicians, including Prof. Shobha Bagai from the University of New Delhi, Prof Javed Hussain Mir, Professor of Practice, DYoD documentary screening that maps student creative projects. The conference will also feature an inter-institutional innovative project showcase, where students from IUST, University of Kashmir, University of Jammu, SMVDU, regional cluster universities, GDC Parade Jammu, and ICSC Kashmir will compete for prestigious innovation titles. The entire event will culminate on July 31 with a formal valedictory session presenting the Best Innovation Award and the Best Interdisciplinary Project Award to pioneering student teams. The conference is being coordinated by Dr. Inayet Rasool, Coordinator, DYoD Programme, IUST.
SKUAST-J trains agripreneurs to build sustainable farm enterprises under HADP
Srinagar, Jul 29: In a push to strengthen farmer-led enterprises and promote market-oriented rural entrepreneurship, the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J) concluded a three-day capacity-building programme aimed at equipping agripreneurs with the skills needed to build sustainable agribusiness models. Organised by Krishi Branding Centre (KBC) of SKUAST-J Agri Business Incubation (ABI) Foundation under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), the training brought together agripreneurs, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Rural Business Service Hubs (RBSHs), Self Help Groups (SHGs), progressive farmers and rural youth for intensive sessions on enterprise development, branding and strategic business planning. The programme forms part of Project-04: Strengthening Agricultural Marketing in Jammu and Kashmir, a flagship component of HADP that seeks to improve value addition, market access and entrepreneurship in the Union Territory's agriculture sector. Addressing participants, Prof. Jyoti Kachroo, Director, SKUAST-J ABI Foundation and Principal Investigator of Krishi Branding Centre, highlighted the role of institutional support, branding and incubation in transforming farmer groups into viable enterprises. In a significant outcome of the programme, the Krishi Branding Centre signed three Memoranda of Agreement (MoAs) with emerging agribusiness enterprises, signalling a move towards stronger industry-academia collaboration and business incubation support. The programme concluded with the distribution of certificates to participants. SKUAST-J said the Krishi Branding Centre, working in collaboration with the Agri Business Incubation Centre, will continue to promote innovation-led entrepreneurship through branding, technology transfer, commercialisation and market integration to strengthen Jammu and Kashmir's agribusiness ecosystem.
DC Srinagar reviews progress of Mission YUVA scheme
Srinagar, Jul 29: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Wednesday chaired a review meeting of Officers of line Departments and Bankers at DC Office Complex to assess the progress and implementation of Mission YUVA scheme in the District. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Rifat Aftab Qureshi, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Aadil Fareed, Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, General Manger DIC, Abid Hussain, SDM West, Irfan Bahadur, Deputy Director Employment, Shubi Tabasum, Zonal Head Jammu and Kashmir Bank, senior Officers from concerned departments, representatives of various banks, SBDUs and other stakeholders associated with the implementation of the scheme. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the status of applications received, cases approved by the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC), and the progress made in sanctioning and disbursing financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries under Mission YUVA. The DC directed the concerned Bank Officials and SBDUs to expedite the processing of DLIC-approved cases and ensure timely financial support to aspiring entrepreneurs. He emphasized the need for close coordination among all stakeholders to remove procedural delays and facilitate smooth implementation of the scheme on the ground. Highlighting the importance of Mission YUVA in promoting entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities, the DC stressed that all eligible beneficiaries should be provided necessary support within stipulated timelines. He called for proactive engagement with applicants and regular monitoring and clearance of pending cases to achieve the set targets under the scheme. The DC further directed the concerned Officers to intensify awareness and outreach activities to encourage more youth to avail the benefits of Mission YUVA and establish sustainable livelihood and self-employment ventures. He emphasized the need to ensure that maximum eligible young entrepreneurs across the district are covered under the scheme. The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the progress of entrepreneurship mentoring initiatives, registration of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), coverage of college students under the Udyam Jagriti programme, and other key components of Mission YUVA. He urged all stakeholders to work in close coordination for the effective implementation of the scheme and timely achievement of its objectives across Srinagar district.
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Div Com Kashmir reviews progress on appointment cases
Srinagar, Jul 29: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Wednesday chaired a meeting with Deputy Commissioners to review the progress of key matters, including the clearance of compassionate appointment cases, disposal of public & migrant grievances, revenue appeals, issuance of SVAMITA cards, and land transfer issues. During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner directed all Deputy Commissioners to expedite the processing of pending compassionate appointment cases in coordination with the concerned authorities and ensure the preparation of the final list of eligible beneficiaries at the earliest. He also instructed the Deputy Commissioners to dispose of pending migrant and other public grievances in a time-bound manner, stressing the need for prompt and effective grievance redressal. Emphasising efficient revenue administration, the Divisional Commissioner called for streamlining the hearing and disposal of revenue appeals by Second Class Magistrates. Reviewing the implementation of the SVAMITA scheme, he urged the district administrations to accelerate the generation and distribution of SVAMITA cards to eligible beneficiaries. The meeting also reviewed the status of land transfer proposals concerning various departments and organisations, including the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Bharat Scouts and Guides, NCC Training Camp, and other government agencies. The Divisional Commissioner directed the concerned officers to expedite the processing of these cases at their ends to facilitate timely completion of pending land transfer formalities.
CS launches QR code-based Anganwadi Centres in J&K
Srinagar, Jul 29: In a significant step towards strengthening transparency, digital governance and quality service delivery under Mission POSHAN, the Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today launched the QR Code-based Anganwadi Centre (AWC) initiative in Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative marks a major milestone in leveraging digital technology to make Anganwadi Centres more accessible, transparent and accountable while empowering citizens with real-time information about services being delivered at the grassroots level. The launch was held during a review meeting convened by the Chief Secretary to assess the progress achieved by the Social Welfare Department in the implementation of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) across the Union Territory. The meeting besides Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Planning; Commissioner Secretary, Education; Secretary, RDD; MD, Mission Poshan; Representatives from BISAG-N and other concerned officers. The Chief Secretary congratulated the Social Welfare Department for embracing digital innovations aimed at improving governance and enhancing public service delivery. He observed that technology should become an effective instrument for improving the quality of services at the grassroots level and ensuring greater citizen engagement. The Commissioner Secretary, SWD, Sarmad Hafeez while speaking on this occasion revealed that the QR Code initiative has been developed by the Department in collaboration with BISAG and the Information Technology Department. He added that every Anganwadi Centre in the Union Territory has been assigned a unique QR Code, enabling citizens to instantly access comprehensive information regarding the respective Anganwadi Centre. The platform hosts details relating to Anganwadi Workers and Helpers, beneficiaries, supplementary nutrition, services being delivered, infrastructure available, government schemes, events organised and other important information. Reviewing the implementation of the Early Childhood Care and Education programme, the Chief Secretary emphasised the need for greater digital convergence across departments to create a comprehensive digital profile of every child. He directed the Social Welfare Department to engage with BISAG-N for integration of APAAR records of the School Education Department, ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) of Health Department and U-WIN, the national digital platform for immunisation, with the QR Code-based Anganwadi ecosystem. He observed that such convergence would enable consolidation of a child's educational, health, immunisation and other developmental records on a single digital platform, thereby ensuring seamless tracking of the child's overall growth, facilitating informed interventions and improving inter-departmental coordination. Highlighting the importance of inclusive and child-centric learning, the Chief Secretary observed that several reputed institutions across the country have developed scientifically designed play-based learning modules for addressing developmental, behavioural, health-related and curriculum-specific challenges faced by children with diverse learning needs. He advised the Social Welfare Department to study these best practices and explore the possibility of adopting and customising such evidence-based modules to suit the socio-cultural context and specific requirements of children in Jammu and Kashmir. He said that introducing innovative, play-based pedagogical interventions would further enrich the Early Childhood Care and Education framework and help ensure holistic development of every child, particularly those requiring additional learning and developmental support. During the meeting, the Managing Director, Mission POSHAN, Sajad Hussain Ganai, gave a presentation on the initiatives being undertaken to strengthen Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) across Jammu and Kashmir. The CS was informed about the successful implementation of digital initiatives, including universal Aadhaar enrolment of beneficiaries, generation of ABHA and APAAR IDs, mapping of all Anganwadi Centres on Gati Shakti Portal and the development of an advanced Anganwadi Tracking Application. The presentation also covered the co-location of Anganwadi Centres with schools to ensure a seamless transition to formal education, besides the ongoing upgradation of centres under the Saksham Anganwadi Programme and Bal Vidyalaya Scheme with modern, child-friendly infrastructure. It was also highlighted that focused interventions for children aged 03 years under the Navchetana initiative through structured home visits and early stimulation activities, while children in the 36 years age group are being imparted activity-based learning under the Aadharshila curriculum to enhance school readiness. The Chief Secretary also reviewed the delivery of integrated health and nutrition services through Village Health Sanitation and Nutrition Days (VHSNDs), including immunisation, growth monitoring, maternal care, anaemia screening and nutritional support.
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