Srinagar, July 9 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday called for a paradigm shift in the region’s tourism strategy, urging policymakers, industry stakeholders and local communities to move beyond volume-driven tourism towards a value-based and sustainable tourism model that safeguards the fragile ecology while ensuring long-term economic prosperity. Addressing the inaugural session of the Conclave on Sustainable Tourism Planning, Designing Tourism for Tomorrow, organ…
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Srinagar, June 28 (IANS) The Jammu and Kashmir government on Sunday rejected allegations of backdoor appointments levelled against it by opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president, Mehbooba Mufti.To clear the air on the controversy, senior ruling National Conference (NC) leaders, Health and Education Minister Sakina Itoo, Agriculture Minister Javid Ahmad Dar and advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, addressed a joint press conference here.The government firmly rejected allega…
Srinagar, June 25 (IANS) J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that the conservation of the UT’s lakes requires sustained institutional coordination, scientific planning, and timely execution.He made the remarks as he chaired the 27th Board of Directors meeting of the Jammu & Kashmir Lake Conservation and Management Authority (LCMA) at the SKICC to review the progress of ongoing conservation initiatives and deliberate on policy, administrative and infrastructure-related matte…
Srinagar, June 3 (IANS) To mark the World Bicycle Day, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Wednesday flagged off a cyclothon in Srinagar.Chief Minister Abdullah flagged off the Cyclothon at the Royal Springs Golf Course (RSGC) to mark World Bicycle Day, reaffirming the government’s commitment to promoting fitness, healthy lifestyles and sports culture among the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.The event, organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council under its flagship initiative…
Jammu, April 26 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday interacted with a senior delegation of education sector representatives in Bengaluru, an official said. The Chief Minister highlighted the opportunities created by the recently notified Jammu and Kashmir Private University Act.Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, senior officers, and several education representatives were present during the interaction.During the meeting, Chief Mi…
Jammu, April 17 (IANS) J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday unveiled the Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Club jersey and also released a wildlife publication. The Chief Minister unveiled the jersey of the Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Club (SCC) at a function held here.The event was attended by Minister for Youth Services and Sports Satish Sharma, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, and members of the club.Appreciating the club’s contribution to promoting cricket, the Chief Mini…
Srinagar, April 15 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday showed the much-appreciated presence of mind when he refused to cut an inauguration ribbon bearing three colours of the national flag.CM Abdullah declined to cut the ribbon during the inauguration of the “Know Your Artisan” programme at Kashmir Haat, Exhibition Ground, Srinagar, after noticing that it bore the colours of the national flag.When the Chief Minister reached the inauguration point, he observed t…
New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a marriage function in Greater Kailash, prompting widespread condemnation and urgent questions about security arrangements. The assailant, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, fired at Dr Abdullah from behind as he was leaving the function. Quick action by the security personnel deployed with the former chief minister thwarted the attempt, and a licensed pistol used in the…
Jammu, March 12 (IANS) The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday started an extensive probe into the antecedents of the assailant, while widespread condemnation and anger against the attack on Dr Farooq Abdullah continued.The police have started a detailed investigation into the background of Kamal Singh Jamwal, the assailant, who attempted to kill the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister at a marriage function on Wednesday.Officials said the investigators are examining the 63-year-old assaila…
Jammu, March 6 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has highlighted the immense potential of agriculture and allied sectors in the Union Territory, saying that initiatives such as the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) are playing a crucial role in nurturing a vibrant startup ecosystem and promoting innovation-driven enterprises. The Chief Minister was addressing the Startup Outreach Programme on Thursday organised u…