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SRINAGAR: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, a Food Safety Team today conducted intensive inspections of various food outlets in Hazratbal area of the District. During the inspection, some street vendors in Hazratbal market were found violating provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act. These violations included Temperature Control; High-risk food was exposed to temperature danger zones. Environmental Protection: High-risk food was not protected from environmental hazards.
At Hazratbal market about 7 FBOs were found operating in insanitary/ unhygienic conditions and improper handling of High Risk foods. Accordingly challan was submitted before Adjudicating Officer (ADC) Srinagar for violating various provisions of the Food Safety Act. The Srinagar Food Safety Team led by Assistant Commissioner, Yameen ul Nabi has been working to strengthen its intelligence network to gather information about unhygienic or misbranded food items. This initiative aims to enhance food safety enforcement in District Srinagar.
Those Food Business Operators especially dealing with High Risk food are directed to maintain high standards of sanitary and Hygiene conditions of their establishments failing which strict action under FSS Act will be initiated against defaulters. The Food Safety Team actively made food business operators aware of food safety laws. They were cautioned that strict action will be taken against violators.
Meanwhile, taking cognizance of the viral video that surfaced on social media yesterday, the Food Safety team inspected a meat shop in Hazratbal. The shop was found to be non-operational for over 10 years, as confirmed by locals and the shopkeeper. However, the owner was discovered to be running a street vending business selling chicken, potentially storing equipment like wooden logs and knives within the shop premises.
KATRA: Pradnya Pradeep Jogdand, a final-year B.Arch. student at the School of Architecture & Landscape Design (SoALD), Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), has earned admission offers from five prestigious universities in the United States of America for postgraduate studies in architecture.
The institutions include University of Texas, Austin for M.Arch (Advanced Architectural Design); University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) for MS in Architecture and Urban Design; University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Master of Urban Design (MUD);Columbia University, New York for MS in Urban Planning and University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles for M.Arch. in First-Professional Degree program.Pradnya cited UT Austin’s focus on innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and original research as the main reasons behind her decision.
“I was particularly drawn to the university’s strong culture of original research, creative inquiry, and intellectual leadership,” she said. “I believe this environment will empower me to address both contemporary and future challenges in architecture and urban design.”Established in 1910, the University of Texas at Austin is globally recognized for its research-oriented academic programs and excellence in architectural education.Pradnya expressed heartfelt gratitude to her mentor, Ar. Vinod Kumar, Assistant Professor at SoALD, for his constant support and guidance throughout her academic journey.
In an email to him, she wrote, “Your guidance played a crucial role in shaping my interests and preparing me for this next chapter, and I deeply value everything I’ve learned under your mentorship.”During her B.Arch. studies, Pradnya completed a dissertation titled Morphogenic Membranes in Parametric Architecture under the guidance of Ar. Vinod Kumar and also she presented a research paper titled Revisiting Sacred Geometry: The Dialogue between Parametric and Religious Architecture at an international conference on religious architecture hosted by NIT Patna. The same paper was later co-authored with him and published in a peer-reviewed journal, showcasing her dedication to academic research even at the undergraduate level.
Her academic achievements, innovative research ability, and passion for architecture played a key role in securing offers from globally acclaimed universities.Pradnya extended her appreciation to the entire SoALD faculty for their guidance and encouragement from her first to final year at SMVDU.Vice-Chancellor of SMVDU, Prof. Pragati Kumar, Head of SoALD Ar. Abhiney Gupta, and other faculty members congratulated Pradnya on her outstanding accomplishments and wished her continued success in her academic and professional journey.
ANANTNAG: Continuing its relentless drive against drug trafficking and in strict adherence to the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, Police in Anantnag has attached properties valued at approximately ₹1.2 Crore belonging to drug peddlers in multiple cases across the district.
In a significant action carried out under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, Police attached a single-storey residential house along with one kanal of land at Sallar, Anantnag. The property is owned by Bashir Ahmad Wani son of Abdul Aziz Wani resident of Sallar, involved in Case FIR No. 65/2018 registered at Police Station Srigufwara, related to the recovery of a considerable quantity of poppy straw. The seized property is estimated to be worth ₹70 lakhs.
In another major development under Case FIR No. 35/2025 U/S 8/20-29 NDPS Act of Police Station Bijbehara, police attached residential house and a vehicle (Regd. No. JK02AV-1235) belonging to Tajdar Amin Khan son of Mohd Amin Khan resident of Goriwan Bijbehara (Presently at Karewa Colony Bijbehara) and a shopping complex owned by Bilal Ahmad Itoo son of Ghulam Hassan Itoo resident of Gund Nasir, Bijbehara.
Moreover, under Case FIR No. 213/2024 U/S 8/15-29 NDPS Act of Police Station Bijbehara, a vehicle (Regd. No. HR16L-3657) belonging to Harjinder Singh son of Gurdiyal Singh resident of Mubarak Pur, Kapurthala (Punjab), was also attached. The combined estimated market value of the properties seized in these cases stands at ₹1.2 Crore (approx).
These decisive actions reflect Police's firm resolve to dismantle the financial networks of drug traffickers and ensure accountability by seizing properties acquired through illicit means. Such measures send a strong message and serve as an effective deterrent to those involved in the drug trade. Police urge the public to remain vigilant and share any information related to drug peddling in their areas. The identity of informants will be kept strictly confidential.
AWANTIPORA: In a decisive move to align with evolving quality benchmarks, Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA) held an intensive workshop on NAAC reassessment under the newly introduced Binary Accreditation Framework (BAF). The session galvanized all departmental Nodal Officers, equipping them with insights to navigate the paradigm shift in accreditation norms.
Centered on the theme “Sustaining Strengths, Bridging Gaps,” the workshop dissected the BAF’s transformative approach—replacing traditional grading with a binary (accredited/not accredited) outcome, hinged on stringent quality indicators. The dialogue underscored the urgency of consolidating institutional merits while addressing critical gaps to secure accreditation.
Dr. Peer Bilal Ahmad, Director DIQA, inaugurated the proceedings, framing the BAF as both a challenge and an opportunity. “This framework demands precision, accountability, and a cultural shift toward outcome-centric education,” he asserted.
Deputy Directors DIQA followed with incisive breakdowns of the BAF’s pillars—documentation rigor, performance metrics, and evidence-based assessments. A hard-hitting segment analyzed the university’s Cycle-II NAAC Assessment & Accreditation (A&A) report, spotlighting Key Indicators (KIs) with subpar scores. This forensic review pinpointed systemic shortfalls, from research output gaps to infrastructural lapses, and spurred candid discussions on corrective strategies.
The workshop’s interactive pulse saw Nodal Officers probe ambiguities, share cross-departmental solutions, and forge consensus on streamlining compliance. The collective resolve mirrored the institution’s pledge to not just meet but redefine accreditation standards.
Closing the session, Director DIQA rallied stakeholders with a call to “transform introspection into action,” pledging DIQA’s unwavering support in the reassessment drive. The workshop ended on a note of cautious optimism, with attendees committing to elevate preparedness and cement the university’s stature as a vanguard of quality education.
SRINAGAR: On the occasion of World Health Day, 319 Field Hospital in collaboration with 46 Rashtriya Rifles under the aegis of Chinar Corps organised a comprehensive Oral Health Awareness and Management Programme from 7th - 9th Apr 2025. The programme aimed to promote Oral Health Awareness amongst the local populace.
The First day of the camp conducted at Gen BipinRawat Stadium, Baramulla focused on veterans, offering them a thorough dental check-up, along with the distribution of dental aids such as toothbrushes, fluoride and dental floss. The initiative aimed to ensure that dental health is provided to those who may not have access to regular specialized dental services and essential supplies. The camp was met with an overwhelming response where in 100 veterans attended the camp, numerous of whom expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to receive specialized dental care.
The Second day of the camp concentrated on addressing the dental needs of local population with over 300 individuals benefitting from the same. The patients underwent varied procedures such as permanent and temporary restoration, scaling and extractions. Health Education lectures to school children with impetus on maintaining good dental hygiene were undertaken by trained Paradental Staff.
The event concluded on the third day with the release of an innovative Handbook titled "Basic Dentistry in the Field" by GOC, 19 InfDiv at Thimayya Hall. The Handbook designed for Paramedical and Non-dental staff is one of its kind and offers practical insights and procedures for handling basic dental issues in the field, helping healthcare providers deliver effective care when dental specialists are not available.
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