Digital news hub: Real news, real people, no hype, just facts
Contribute to keep unbiased news alive. Scan the QR code to donate.
Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. HOW TO PARTICIPATE: 👉Send us your bio-data and a summary of your achievements. 👉GET FEATURED: Your story could be featured in our special interviews, inspiring countless others. 🌟 Whether you’re an inspiring entrepreneur, a dedicated professional, or a talented freelancer, your journey deserves to be told. Let your experiences inspire others and leave a lasting impact. We believe in the power of diverse voices and unique experiences. Come, join our community, and let’s celebrate your success together. Inspire the world with your journey.
📧Email: jkmonitornews@gmail.com 📱 WhatsApp: (+91-9906103001).
SRINAGAR: On the auspicious occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid obeisance to Mata Kheer Bhawani and prayed for peace and prosperity of J&K UT and well-being of one and all. During his visit to the holy shrine of Mata Kheer Bhawani at Tulmulla, Ganderbal, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with the devotees and extended his heartiest greetings on the auspicious occasion.
The Lieutenant Governor commended the District Administration, and all stakeholders for their coordinated efforts to ensure the smooth conduct of the Mela. Interacting with the media persons, the Lieutenant Governor reaffirmed the commitment of the J&K Administration to make the pilgrimage of the devotees of Mata Kheer Bhawani convenient, safe and hassle-free.
“Devotees in large numbers visited Mata Kheer Bhawani temple today and it's a good sign. I think after the heinous terror attack on April 22, it is for the first time that people in such large numbers have assembled at one particular place in Kashmir. May Mata Kheer Bhawani keep showering her blessings on the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The preparation is in full swing for the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The construction work at Yatri Niwas is also going on. We have made all necessary arrangements. For the security of yatris, the authorities are on alert. I request pilgrims from across the country to come for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra,” the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor also interacted with the devotees and members of Kashmiri Pandit Community and assured them of due consideration and appropriate redressal of the issues highlighted by them. He also reviewed the progress of Yatri Bhawan at Mata Kheer Bhawani temple.
Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir; Shri VK Birdi, IGP Kashmir; Shri Jatin Kishore, Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal; senior officials of the Civil and Police Administration and pilgrims in large numbers were present on the occasion.
PAMPORE: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted an extensive tour of the Pampore Constituency to take stock of functioning of vital public utilities like PHC Kakapora, SDH Pampore and Government Degree College (GDC) Pampore and also review the progress of ongoing developmental projects in the Constituency.
MLA Pampore, Justice (Retd.) Hasnain Masoodi; MLA Rajpora, Ghulam Mohi Uddin Mir; Directors of Social Welfare, School Education, Health, Colleges, Family Welfare and Ayush, senior officers of district administration and other concerned officers also accompanied the Minister during the visit. During her visit to PHC Kakapora, Minister Sakeena conducted detailed inspection of the infrastructure, staffing and availability of essential medical services at the hospital. She interacted with the healthcare staff and patients.
At PHC Kakapora, the Minister also reviewed the progress on ongoing works at under-construction building of the Primary Health Centre (PHC). She directed the executing agency to expedite the construction works and ensure timely completion of the facility within stipulated time frame. She also interacted with the general public and listened to their demands and grievances.
Addressing the gathering, the Minister reiterated the Government’s commitment to strengthening the health infrastructure across the Union Territory. She highlighted several welfare initiatives rolled out in recent months, including free bus service for women, enhancement in marriage assistance schemes and provision of free electricity units to AAY families, aimed at providing relief and support to the underprivileged sections of society.
The Minister later visited the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Pampore and inaugurated a Dialysis Unit, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the local populace. Speaking on the occasion, she emphasized that the facility will greatly benefit patients suffering from chronic kidney ailments, who previously had to travel long distances for dialysis treatment.
At Government Degree College (GDC) Pampore, Minister Sakeena took detailed inspection of the academic and infrastructural facilities of the institution. On the occasion, Minister Sakeena launched “Shakh-e-Zafran”, a biannual newsletter of the college, aimed at documenting academic and extracurricular achievements of college.
Later on, the Minister alsobconvened a high-level meeting with senior officers of district administration. During the meeting, Minister Sakeena reviewed the progress of flagship programmes and directed officials to ensure effective convergence of schemes, especially those under RDD and social welfare, with allied departments for maximum impact.
She also reviewed the progress of key sectors like Jal Shakti, R&B, Agriculture and other departments. While reviewing the progress of social welfare schemes in the district, Minister Sakeena directed officers to clear all pending applications cases of old age pension, widow pension and marriage assistance in a time-bound manner.
Stressing on infrastructural and aesthetic improvements, the Minister called for beautification of college premises, timely macadamization of college roads, strengthening of drainage systems, and swift completion of all under-construction projects of college. While reviewing the arrangements for upcoming Eid-ul-Azha festival, the Minister laid special emphasis on ration distribution, availability of essential medicines and sanitation drives along religious places, urging officials to ensure that all arrangements are in place for smooth celebration of this grand festival.
NEW DELHI: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting regarding working of the Public Works Department (PWD) at the Jammu & Kashmir Resident Commission, New Delhi. The meeting was attended by Additional Resident Commissioner, Chief Pay & Accounts Officer, Executive Engineer (PWD), Manager 5-PRR, Manager CPGH and other concerned officers.
The Deputy Chief Minister took stock of the ongoing development works being undertaken by PWD under the jurisdiction of the Resident Commission. The concerned officials briefed the Dy CM on the progress achieved both in terms of physical execution and financial performance. The Dy CM was apprised that the upgradation work of JK House, Chanakyapuri including creation of new reception area, sitting lounge and upgradation of furnishing items in the rooms has been completed. Besides, the top floor of C Block shall be upgraded with an estimated cost of Rs. 127 lakh and converted into VIP rooms for the senior official use soon, he was informed.
He was further informed that the renovation of J&K guest house in Amritsar by way of construction of new boundary wall, gate, signage board, creation of ramp, external/internal painting of guest house was completed in the previous financial year. Besides, work on renovation of guest house by way of upgrading the 4 suites including kitchen, staff quarters and premises /lawns shall be taken up in the current financial year.
He was also informed that work for upgradation of HCM residence and LG residence at 5-PR road by way of painting, polishing, furniture, furnishings, returfing of lawns, parking space for vehicles and other allied works has been completed. Likewise, construction of boundary wall at the land acquired for JK bhawan at Dwarka and Mumbai has also been completed.
The Deputy Chief Minister appreciated the efforts of the department and complimented the team for their dedicated work and effective implementation of infrastructure projects. Emphasizing the importance of timely execution, he directed the officials to expedite the ongoing works, ensuring that all set targets are met within stipulated timelines.
The Deputy Chief Minister also directed the concerned officials to strictly adhere to norms and specifications in all construction and maintenance activities. He emphasized the need for regular and meticulous inspections to ensure highest standards of quality in public works. Additionally, the Dy CM instructed that the hospitality services in all Guest Houses of the J&K Resident Commission be enhanced and consistently maintained to offer guests a refined and welcoming experience, in keeping with the rich tradition of the warmth and hospitality of J&K.
The Deputy Chief Minister exhorted upon the officers and staff of the Resident Commission to act as ambassadors of Jammu & Kashmir, projecting a positive image of the Union Territory. He urged them to spread the message that J&K is a safe, welcoming and vibrant destination. He encouraged all to invite the tourists from across the country and the world to come and experience the beauty and hospitality of Jammu & Kashmir.
JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Real Estate Regulatory Authority (JKRERA) has imposed a penalty of ₹10,00,000 (Rupees Ten Lakhs only) on real estate developers for failing to register their ongoing real estate project located at Sang Talab, Raipur Domana, with the Authority. The penalty of Rs. 10 lakh has been imposed for violation of Section 3 (1) of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016.
The Authority took suo-motu cognizance of the violation and initiated proceedings under the applicable provisions of the Act. After thorough examination, it was established that the promoters have not obtained the requisite registration from JKRERA nor have they sought any exemption or provided a justifiable reason for the omission.
“It was an ongoing project and the promoter should have applied for the RERA registration well on time to avoid penalties. RERA registration is mandatory for all ongoing real estate projects where competition certificates were not issued,” said Satish Chandra, Chairperson JKRERA.
“Mere imposition of a penalty does not exempt a promoter from registering their real estate project,” reiterated the Chairperson JKRERA. He emphasized that continued non-compliance with Section 3 of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, which mandates project registration, will attract severe penalties. “As per Section 59(2) of the Act, promoters who fail to comply with orders or continue to violate registration requirements face imprisonment for up to three years or an additional fine of up to ten percent of the estimated project cost, or both,” added the Chairperson JKRERA. He urged all promoters to register their projects without delay to avoid further legal action.
The JKRERA reiterated that the registration of real estate projects, particularly ongoing projects, is a key step to ensure transparency, promote fair practices and protect the interests of allottees and homebuyers. It also enables the Authority to monitor project progress and enforce accountability in the real estate sector.
SRINAGAR: As a part of ongoing drug free Jammu and Kashmir initiative, district administration Srinagar hosted a series of drug de-addiction awareness programmes in various parts of the district to sensitize people about the harmful effects of drug abuse. The awareness programmes were held on the directions of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, to sensitize communities about the dangers of drug addiction and highlight Government schemes and benefits available to those affected.
Awareness programmes were held at Fakir Gujri Panchayat, Government High School Dara and Marriage Hall Fateh Kadal. Programmes witnessed active participation from multiple departments including health, police, education, social welfare, excise and Rural Development department. Experts from these departments delivered informative sessions, shedding light on the issues surrounding drug addiction and the support systems in place to help individuals and families.
Rural Development and Education Departments played a crucial role in the programmes, raising awareness among students about the risks and consequences of drug addiction. Additionally, counseling sessions were conducted to support students and provide guidance on overcoming addiction. During the programmes, awareness sessions on the risks and consequences of drug addiction were held and information regarding Government schemes and benefits for those struggling with addiction was highlighted in detail.
These programmes underscored the commitment of local authorities to address the critical issue of drug addiction and promote community well-being. By engaging with the public and providing valuable information, the programmes also aimed to empower individuals and families to make informed decisions and seek support when needed.
Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇
Bridging the World: In this category, we bring you a curated selection of extraordinary news stories from every corner of the globe. Whether it's groundbreaking developments, inspiring human interest stories, or pivotal events shaping our world, we cover it all with a global perspective. Our coverage offers insightful analyses and diverse viewpoints, ensuring you stay informed and connected with both national and international affairs.