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KISHTWAR: Under the directions of the Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, Dr. Devansh Yadav, a comprehensive market inspection was today conducted to ensure fair trading practices and maintain consumer rights ahead of the Shree Sarthal Devi Yatra here at Sarthal Main Market.
The inspection team, led by Shafqat Keen Assistant Director of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Kishtwar, included officials from various departments and police. The primary objective of this inspection was to monitor the compliance of vendors with government regulations, particularly regarding the display and adherence to approved rate lists, verification of weighing machines, and maintaining overall market hygiene.
These measures are essential to prevent overpricing and ensure that consumers are not exploited during the Yatra Season when market activities typically surge. The team rigorously checked the rate lists displayed by vendors. It was found that several vendors were not adhering to the approved price lists. Consequently, fines were imposed on defaulters aimed to curb over-profiteering and ensuring that essential commodities remain affordable for all citizens during the Yatra period.
Alongside the inspections, an awareness campaign was conducted to educate vendors on the importance of displaying rate lists, verifying weighing machines, and maintaining cleanliness in their premises.
Ensuring cleanliness in the market area was another focal point of the inspection. Vendors were reminded of their responsibility to maintain hygienic conditions, which is particularly important during festivals when food safety concerns are heightened. They were advised to keep their stalls clean and dispose of waste properly to prevent any health hazards.
The inspection drive received positive feedback from the local community, who appreciated the administration's proactive measures to ensure a fair and clean market environment. The FCS&CA department assured that similar inspections would continue regularly to maintain market discipline and protect consumers from malpractices.
KISHTWAR: The crucial Kishtwar to Paddar road was successfully reopened today following the clearance of a landslide at the Pathernaki Point of Nagseni. Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Dr. Devansh Yadav personally ensured the safety of the newly cleared road by test-driving his vehicle.
The previous day, the Deputy Commisioner Kishtwar visited the landslide affected area at Pathernaki Point, Nagseni, and oversaw the road clearance work throughout the day, accompanied by SDM Paddar Amit Kumar, DDC Paddar Hari Krishan Chouhan, Tehsildar Nagseni Rafie Naik, and project authorities.
The combined efforts of the District Administration, Police, GREF, and hydroelectric power projects have resulted in the successful reopening of the road at Pathernaki slide point by this morning. The road for light vehicles has been restored, thereby re-establishing connectivity to the Paddar Sub Division.
Pilgrims and stranded individuals have now been able to cross, and essential commodities have been supplied to Padder. Deputy Commissioner expressed his appreciation for the patience of people and the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders involved in this critical operation.
SRINAGAR: The Indian Army proudly announces the successful accomplishment of a motorcycle expedition to commemorate Rajat Jayanti of Kargil Vijay Diwas. This expedition was organized as a prelude to the Rajat Jayanthi Kargil Vijay Diwas celebration. Indian Army personnel from across the nation embarked on a journey to remember the valour of our brave soldiers.
The expedition aimed to pay homage to Veer Naris, Kargil Awardees and Veterans and also organized several events at various locations along the entire route. Motorcycle Teams from different regions of the country converged at National War Memorial, New Delhi before flagged off by COAS on two separate routes to Dras. One route led from New Delhi through Jammu via Zozila to Dras, while the other passed through Chandigarh, Nothing Pass and Leh before reaching Dras.
The highlight of the expedition was the Flagging-In-ceremony at the Kargil War Memorial, where the teams were honoured by distinguished Chief Guest, General Officer Commanding-In-Chief, Northern Command at Kargil War Memorial as a tribute to Kargil War Heroes and interacted with the war veterans and Veer Naris. This expedition not only commemorated the sacrifices of our brave soldiers but also symbolized the spirit of unity and resilience of the Indian Army.
SRINAGAR: In a major relief to domestic consumers, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has till date waived off Rs. 53.11 crore on account of late payment surcharge under Government’s Power Amnesty Scheme.
So far, 1.02 lakh domestic consumers have availed waiver benefit by paying their principal amount due to KPDCL under the Scheme which was announced in 2022 and later extended by the Government this year till March 31,2025.
In a statement released to the press today, a KPDCL spokesman urged the domestic consumers to take benefit of waiver on late payment surcharge and settle their long pending bills. “Domestic consumers are advised to approach their concerned Electric Subdivision to settle their bills. They can pay principal amount due to KPDCL in full or in equal instalments to claim the waiver,” he said, while reiterating that the scheme shall not be extended further beyond March 31, 2025.
In order to provide succour to the domestic consumers, KPDCL has so far collected a revenue of Rs.144 crore under the Power Amnesty Scheme, after forfeiting an amount of Rs.53.11 crore on account of late payment surcharge.
In order to facilitate the consumers, Power Amnesty Camps are also being held across all Electric Subdivisions of KPDCL. “There has been an overwhelming response to the scheme in these camps, with many consumers settling their bills. However, still a large number of consumers with huge outstanding dues are yet to approach the concerned Subdivisions for settling their bills,” he added.
The KPDCL spokesman further stated that as per the orders issued, KDPCL shall intensify electricity disconnections of all those domestic consumers who are not willing to avail benefits of the Power Amnesty Scheme.
JAMMU: Justice N. Kotiswar Singh, Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh administered the Oath of office to Justice Rajesh Sekhri as Additional Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, today in the Chief Justice's Court Room at Jammu.
The Oath taking ceremony was physically attended by Justice Tashi Rabstan, Justice Atul Sreedharan, Justice Sindhu Sharma, Justice Puneet Gupta, Justice Rahul Bharti and Justice Mohd. Yousuf Wani and virtually from Srinagar by Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Justice Rajnesh Oswal, Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, Justice Sanjay Dhar, Justice Javed Iqbal Wani, Justice Mohd. Akram Chowdhary, Ms. Justice Moksha Khajuria Kazmi and Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal.
The proceedings of the Oath taking ceremony were conducted by Shahzad Azeem, Registrar General, who read the contents of the Notification received from Government of India, Ministry of Law & Justice, Department of Justice (Appointments Division), the Warrants of Appointment issued by the President of India and the Letter of Authorization issued by the Lieutenant Governor, Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, authorizing the Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, to administer the Oath of office to Justice Rajesh Sekhri.
The ceremony was also attended by the Former Judges of the High Court, Advocate General, Deputy Solicitor General of India, Jammu, Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti, ADGP Jammu, Principal District Judge Jammu, Members of Bar, others Officers of Civil and Police Administration and Officers and Staff of the Registry.
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