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JAMMU: Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir leaders strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the Tourists in Baisaran valley in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. Sat Sharma, President, J&K BJP, strongly condemned the cowardly and barbaric terrorist attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir. He said that Pakistan sponsored terrorists have done a heinous crime and prayed for the early recovery of the injured.
He also said that these attacks are directed to affect the peace process as well as the socio-economic conditions in the region, especially when the peak tourist season is initiating. “Modi Government stands firm on its resolution to deal terrorism with iron fist. It practices zero tolerance policy for terrorism, and swift retaliation is certain”, said Sat Sharma.
Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition, while condemning the attack, said that the tourists have been targeted in the Pahalgam area under the Anantnag District by the terrorists. For the past one year, Pakistan has been trying to create unrest in India under new modus operandi. It has been targeting the Hindu community in the Jammu region to create division in the region. It has also been claimed that the terrorists targeted after asking the name of victim.
The harm inflicted is irreversible and our security forces will neutralize every culprit in the shortest time possible. Ashok Koul also condemned the deadly terrorist attack and said that these attacks aim to disrupt the ongoing peace and progress process in Jammu and Kashmir. He expressed deep sorrow and anguish over the incident, saying that the terrorists and others involved would be made to pay the price.
JAMMU: BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh today said that Pakistan ISI's nefarious designs of disturbing peace in Jammu and Kashmir would be decisively defeated by the security forces. While condemning the terrorists' attack on tourists in the Pahalgam district in which at least six tourists have been injured, Chugh said it was an act of cowardice and was strongly reprehensible.
He said terrorists are trying to destroy the tourism industry in Jammu and Kashmir and have been trying to create an atmosphere of fear and panic in the tourist places. He said the security forces would give a befitting reply to them and bring the Pakistan-sponsored culprits to book. Chugh said people in J&K have been reviving the economic condition by the virtue of their hard work depending largely on tourism. But now the terrorists seem to be designing to defeat the tourism industry which the people of J&K would outrightly reject.
SRINAGAR: Former Union Minister, and Member of Parliament (MP) Anurag Singh Thakur addressed the BJP activists, and media at BJP District office in Srinagar. Ashok Koul, General Secretary (organization), J&K BJP, Sheikh Salman, District President, Srinagar, Arif Raja, NCM BJP, Altaf Thakur, Spokesperson, Eng. Aijaz, DDC also accompanied Anurag Thakur on the occasion.
During the interaction, he led in-depth discussion on the benefits of 'One Nation, One Election' and political and security situation in Jammu and Kashmir. Thakur termed the proposed 'One Nation, One Election' Bill as a path-breaking and forward-looking reform. He emphasized that holding simultaneous elections across the country would not only conserve critical administrative and financial resources but also help boost the national GDP. He further explained that it would minimize disruptions caused by the repeated imposition of the Model Code of Conduct, enabling uninterrupted governance and implementation of development projects.
In a scathing critique of the opposition, Anurag Thakur highlighted the Congress party’s inconsistent and controversial stances on key national issues such as Article 370, the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the abolition of triple talaq. He also accused Congress of destabilizing democratic institutions in the past by frequently toppling elected governments between 1952 and 1967, thereby disrupting the possibility of unified elections.
"While strongly condemning the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, he reaffirmed that the Modi government upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism and will reciprocate with fierce retaliatory actions." He also announced that the Joint Parliamentary Committee on 'One Nation, One Election' will begin its outreach and consultations with states starting May 17. The committee will first visit Maharashtra, followed by Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Chandigarh, and Punjab. These visits aim to engage with stakeholders from all sectors to ensure a transparent and participatory approach to this significant reform.
GANDERBAL: Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) today convened its 16th Academic Council (AC) meeting at Tulmulla Campus with Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath in chair.
Reaffirming the university’s commitment to academic innovation and inclusive education, Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath, in his opening address to the members, highlighted the University’s continuous academic and research advancements, and emphasized CUKashmir’s unwavering commitment to align with National Education Policy 2020 (NEP-2020), citing numerous structural reforms, academic policy revisions in the recent academic sessions.
Prof. A Ravinder Nath also presented key initiatives rolled out during the current academic session. He introduced student-centric policies that echoed the university’s motto of accessibility, excellence, and innovation, to the Academic Council members.
Prof. A Ravinder Nath said the "Earn While Learn" scheme marks a ground-breaking shift in student engagement, allowing students to gain work experience and financial support while continuing their studies. As Academic and Outreach Interns the students will get work experience in varied fields “from library assistants to tech support roles and campus services, students now have access to meaningful work engagements that promote self-reliance, time management, and real-world skills,” he said. The Council while approving the same hailed this move as a “win-win” for both institutional efficiency and student empowerment.
He further added that the Student Aid Fund (SAF) aims to bridge the financial gap for students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. “Designed to ensure that no deserving student is left behind, the fund provides financial assistance based on merit-cum-means, especially in cases of unforeseen hardship or economic distress,” he added. “These welfare schemes not only embody the ideals of inclusive education but also reflect CUK’s moral commitment to social equity.”
The Academic Council appreciated the holistic implementation of reforms in line with NEP-2020, demonstrating the university’s proactive role in national educational transformation.
Prof. A Ravinder Nath also informed the members about international and national MoUs, including partnerships with: Lincoln University, Malaysia, Universitas Hindu Negeri, Indonesia, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, University of Kashmir and INFLIBNET Centre, Gujarat for the promotion of faculty and student exchange, joint research, and shared academic resources.
The Council also approved the start of many new schools, departments and launch of new demand driven programmes in the coming years. These include the introduction of M. Tech in Civil Engineering, MBA (Executive), Master’s in Psychology, and M.A. in Educational Technology, Educational Administration, among others being started from the next academic session. “These programmes cater to emerging fields and professional demands, equipping students with contemporary skills,” CUKashmir VC added. The revised course structure as per NEP-2020 and curriculum of all the programmes offered by CUKashmir was also approved by the council.
Prof. Kshiti Bhusan Das, Vice Chancellor, Central University of Jharkhand, Prof. K V Rao, Professor, Osmania University, Prof. M Vanaja, Professor, Dean School of Education, MANUU, Dr. Suman David, Professor. National Institute of Technology, Karnataka, Prof. Vijay Bhaskar Reddy and Prof. Dashavantha Redyy, Osmania University (Special Invitees), Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Shahid Rasool, Registrar, Prof. M Afzal Zargar, Controller of Examinations, Finance Officer, Librarian, Deans of Schools, Heads and Coordinators of departments, senior faculty members, and administrative staff attended the meeting. While endorsing the agenda the members expressed great satisfaction about the growth of the University and were impressed by the recent unique initiatives taken by the University, which they believe will help the university achieve excellence in the coming years.
Earlier, the external members planted saplings inside the campus to mark the Earth Day 2025. The programme was organised by Dr. Muhammad Latief, Officer In-charge, Division of Landscape and Green Mission.
JAMMU: In response to growing public concern over soaring airfares following the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, senior BJP leader and party spokesperson Dr. Tahir has issued an urgent appeal to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, and Hon’ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Ram Mohan Naidu to intervene and provide immediate relief to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Dr. Tahir said the ongoing disruption of surface connectivity due to landslides on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway has left residents with no option but to rely on air travel — which has now become unaffordable for a large section of the population. “It is deeply concerning that people are being forced to cancel essential travel — including for medical emergencies, educational needs, and business engagements — due to the skyrocketing cost of flight tickets between Jammu and Srinagar. This is not just a transportation issue, it’s turning into a humanitarian and economic crisis,” Dr. Tahir said.
Airfares for the Srinagar-Jammu route, which are usually modest, have soared to ₹12,000–₹15,000. Fares for longer routes, including Srinagar-Delhi and Srinagar-Mumbai, have surged to ₹28,000 and beyond, creating a situation of economic hardship and travel paralysis in the region. Dr. Tahir urged the Civil Aviation Ministry to immediately take regulatory steps to cap airfares and increase the number of flights operating to and from Kashmir to restore balance between demand and supply.
“The logic of demand and supply cannot be used to justify exploitation. If demand is high, the number of flights must be increased — not the ticket prices. We request the intervention of the Hon’ble Prime Minister and senior leadership to ensure that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are not subjected to undue financial burden in times of crisis,” he added.
Highlighting the economic implications, Dr. Tahir said the steep airfares are severely affecting the people and economy of Jammu and Kashmir. “I strongly urge the central government to take immediate steps to regulate airfares and safeguard the economic interests of the region.,” Dr. Tahir stressed. The senior BJP leader also appealed to airlines to act with empathy and a sense of national responsibility, urging them to revisit their pricing policies during natural or logistical disruptions.
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