Phase-I of Jhelum dredging to be completed by March 2019
The meeting was informed that in 1st phase, Rs 399.29 crore flood recovery project was taken up under Prime Ministers Development Package (PMDP). It was informed that the Ist phase of dredging and de-silting of River Jhelum will be completed by March 2019.
Govt seeks adjournment of Article 35-A hearing for smooth conduct of Panchayat Elections
The leadership of the Joint Resistance, an amalgam of separatist outfits, have given a shutdown call across Kashmir on August 30 and 31 to mark protests against any attempt to abrogate Article 35A.
70% turnout recorded in LAHDC Kargil Polls
The voter turnout shows enthusiasm among the voters, especially, women who turned out in greater numbers at most of the polling booths in and around Kargil Town beside across the district.
Child in conflict has the right to compassionate treatment: Chief Secretary
“I strongly believe that children associated with the conflict with law should be considered as victims rather than the perpetrators of crimes.”
International climate change conference concludes in Leh
The conference concluded with a field trip of participants to Khardung-la glacier to practically explain the impact of climate change on the lives of local communities in Ladakh.
