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JAMMU: In a major development that may benefit hundreds of daily wagers and casual labourers in Jammu & Kashmir, the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Jammu Bench, has directed the Public Works Department (PWD) to continue paying wages to the labourers as per the revised structure notified under S.O. 513 dated 12-10-2022.
The matter pertains to Murtaza Anjum & Ors vs. Union Territory of J&K & Ors, of PWD (R&B) Division Rajouri of Peer Panjal Zone, wherein the petitioners challenged the unlawful reduction of wages from their entitled categories (Skilled, Semi-Skilled, Highly Skilled, Ministerial) to the lowest wage bracket of 311/day, meant only for unskilled workers. Advocate Aftab Ahmed Mir and Advocate Karan Prasher represented the Petitioners.
The case of the petitioners was that they were receiving wages according to the classification of labour under S.O. 513 dated 12-10-2022, issued by the Labour and Employment Department, wherein wages were prescribed for Unskilled, Semi-Skilled, Skilled, Highly Skilled, and Administrative/Ministerial categories. The said S.O. was implemented in the PW(R&B) Department vide endorsement No. CEJ/Legal/25316-42 dated 25-02-2023 and the petitioners accordingly started receiving wages as per revised rates as defined under S.O. 513.
However, by virtue of Communication No. CEP/R&B/2024-25/11724-39 dated 20-03-2025 and Communication No. PWD-ACCT/104/2023 dated 19-03-2025, the petitioner’s wages were arbitrarily reduced to a uniform rate of Rs. 311/- per day, wrongly relying upon Government Order No. 32-F of 2023 dated 21-02-2023, which pertains exclusively to Unskilled Workers.
The case was listed before the Bench of Hon’ble Member (Judicial) Mr. Rajinder Singh Dogra and Hon’ble Member (Administrative) Mr. Ram Mohan Johri, who granted interim relief to the petitioner by directing the PW(R&B) department to continue paying wages to the petitioners as per revised wages as provided under SO 513 dated 12-10-2022.
JAMMU: A highly successful one-day placement drive was organized by Central University of Jammu for final year. The placement drive provided a significant opportunity for CU Jammu students to kickstart their careers. Renowned companies such as Prevest DenPro, Synthimed Labs, and Jubilant Biosys visited the campus to recruit budding professionals. Following rigorous aptitude tests and personal interviews, eight students were shortlisted for various roles including Trainee and Research Scientist.
The placement initiative was held under the guidance and visionary leadership of Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Central University of Jammu, who emphasized the University’s commitment to creating diverse career pathways. In his message, Prof. Jain stated, “We believe in providing our students with diverse opportunities to excel in their chosen fields. These reputed companies are leaders in their domains, and we are proud to see our students being recognized by them.”
The visiting corporate team includes Prevest Denpro led by Mr. Sandeep Sharma (HR), Synthimed Labs Team lead by Mr. ML Thakur (Quality Head) and Ms. Kajol (HR). From Jubilant Biosys Dr. Siva Kumar Reddy, Vinay, and Mr. Pritesh Bhatia graced the occasion.
They offered a job role as Trainee, Research scientist. The placement drive not only provided students with a chance to secure placements but also allowed them to gain valuable insights into the corporate sector. Dr. Sujata kundan (HOD Chemistry) along with Dr. Pawan Kumar and Dr. Satya Narayan expressed pride in students' accomplishments and said we are committed to nurturing not just academic excellence but also career growth and employability of our students. Training and placement office motivated the students for the session and advised them to take advantage of campus placement in getting a head start in their career.
AWANTIPORA: As part of the ongoing NEP Lecture Series, the Office of the Dean, School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized a lecture titled National Credit Framework: An Overview. The session was delivered by Dr. Peer Bilal Ahmad, Head, Department of Mathematical Sciences and Director, Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), IUST.
The lecture offered a detailed and insightful exposition of the National Credit Framework (NCrF), a key initiative under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Dr. Bilal explained that the NCrF aims to unify and streamline credit systems across various educational institutions and levels, thereby promoting flexibility, accessibility, and inclusivity in learning. He highlighted the framework’s role in facilitating interdisciplinary learning, credit accumulation, and mobility for students across different streams and institutions.
Emphasizing the transformative nature of the NCrF, Dr. Ahmad discussed how it bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world skills by recognizing learning outcomes from formal, non-formal, and informal educational settings. This, he noted, would significantly enhance student employability and ensure greater alignment with evolving industry demands. He further stressed that the framework supports equity and inclusion by broadening access to quality education.
KATRA: The School of Electronics and Communication Engineering (SoECE), Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), organized a one-day workshop on Virtual Labs. The event was coordinated by Dr. Vikram Singh, with Dr. Purnima serving as the Organizing Secretary, under the guidance of Dr. Anil Kumar Bhardwaj, Head, SoECE. The School extends heartfelt thanks to the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor for providing this valuable opportunity.Virtual Labs (VLab) is an initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, aimed at providing remote access to laboratory experiments in various disciplines of science and engineering.
It enhances learning by offering an interactive platform where students can perform experiments virtually, thereby bridging the gap between theoretical education and practical implementation. Particularly valuable for institutions with limited laboratory facilities, VLab ensures equitable access to high-quality resources across the country.
The workshop featured expert training sessions conducted by Mr. Nipun Jain and Mr. Aakar Saini (Project Associates) and Mr. Pankaj Saini (Project Assistant) from IIT Roorkee. Around 100 students from the School of Electronics and Communication Engineering (SoECE), School of Electrical Engineering (SoEE), and School of Computer Science and Engineering (SoCSE) participated actively.
The event provided hands-on exposure to Virtual Labs, enabling students to simulate real-time experiments and improve their understanding of core engineering concepts. In addition to the training sessions, the workshop also created opportunities for interaction between students and trainers, and information was shared regarding internship opportunities with the Virtual Labs project, encouraging students to engage in further research and development activities.
JAMMU: Food Craft Institute (FCI), Jammu, on Tuesday organized Internship-cum-Placement Drive for the Diploma students of the 2024-25 Sessions, reaffirming its commitment to creating strong industry linkages and career opportunities for its students. Leading hospitality brands participated in the drive, conducted interviews for Industrial Training placements.
Training Partners included Marriott Jaipur, JW Marriott Chandigarh, Pride Plaza Aerocity, The Orchid Pune, The Khyber Gulmarg, Ramada Katra, Vivanta Jammu, and Radisson Jammu, Clarks Amer Jaipur, Novotel Jodhpur, Westin Sohan ,Le Meridien Amritsar, J.W.Marriott Aerocity. As a result of this initiative, nearly 70 students have been successfully placed for their Industrial Training across these prestigious properties. List available on our website www.fcijammu.org
The placement drive was meticulously coordinated by Prince Anayat, Faculty member and Incharge, Training and Placement Cell, who played a key role in arranging interviews and ensuring seamless coordination between the institute and industry partners. Principal Jyoti Bhatti conveyed that the placement drive reflects FCI Jammu’s commitment to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements, ensuring that students receive the best possible start to their professional careers.
Faculty Members of Food Craft Institute, Jammu, Dr. Rajinder Singh, Gagan Deep and Reyaz Ahmad congratulated all the selected students and extended heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to its Training Partners for their continued support and trust. The institute remains dedicated to empowering its students with the skills and experiences needed to excel in the dynamic hospitality sector. Students placed were pursuing the Diploma in Food Production, Diploma In food and Beverage Services, Diploma in Front office , Diploma In Bakery and Confectionery and the Admission Process for the Session 2025-26 has been started.
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