Author: News Desk Kashmir Ahead

My mother had an eye problem and we got her check up done. The doctor suggested surgery. Her surgery was done absolutely free as she had the Golden Card, said Chahat Ahmad Khan, the patient’s son. If we had done the surgery outside, we would have to bear expenses coming around Rs. 30-35000. In our hospital at Budgam we have been performing Golden Card surgeries for the last two-three years, said Dr Muhammad Ayyub. In this scheme, whichever patient comes, their surgery is done free of cost. Malik Mehak’s mother since 2000 has had a kidney problem. The patient’s daughter…

JAMMU, NOVEMBER 21: The five day long Krishak mela 2022, organized by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) Jammu, concluded here today with Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, chairing the valedictory ceremony.The Chief Secretary interacted with the farmers, entrepreneurs, startups and the visitors of the event. He appreciated the efforts of the University for organizing such a mega event which was a blend of ideas, knowledge, innovation and entertainment.Chief Secretary, while addressing the gathering, was optimistic that SKUAST Jammu will be one of the leading and premier agricultural institutions of the country in the coming years. He…

The Department of Youth Services and Sports Pulwama is creating a strong sports infrastructure for the youth. In the recent past, National Sports Day 2022 was organised in Pulwama. A hockey exhibition match was organised as a tribute to the hockey wizard Major Dhyanchand, said Hockey Player Saeed Mosin. Volleyball Player Nooha said here we get exposure and learn from the different teams performing from various districts. This is a different ambience which we do not get to see elsewhere. Saied Faraf Mustafa, another hockey player said, now players are getting a chance to play and they are getting more…

Jashn-e-Kashmir, a cultural festival programme was recently organised in Kashmir’s Kulgam district. Chief guest Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, DC Kulgam said that the honourable Lieutenant Governor of Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha had given directions to promote the art and culture of Kashmir. There needs to be more awareness among the people about Kashmiri cultural heritage, LG had said. This will give the local artists a chance to come forward and display their talent, said DC Kulgam. A lot of local artists participated in the Jashn-e-Kashmir event. Shah Qalander Folk Theatre in collaboration with J&k Academy of Art, Culture & Languages,…

The District Development Commissioner, Anantnag awarded a Certificate of Merit to Adeeba Riyaz, a student of class 6, Radiant Public School. She has become an author of her first book, ‘Zeal of Pen’ which was written in eleven days. As the name suggests, the book refers to the passion of the pen. She also won the first prize in The Wordsmith Contest. Young author Adeeba says we all should progress in every field and fulfil our dreams. According to Adeeba, the youth these days are addicted to drugs, mobile, and leaning towards suicide. This is not at all right, she…

Addressing the GIS professionals on World GIS Day, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir Shri Manoj Sinha said, the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in the last eight years tried to revolutionise the Space industry in India. In more than 50 sectors, professionals, researchers and common citizens are using around 1,000 GIS applications to address various challenges and making possibilities for their advancement. Through the reforms in the space sector, the PM has opened it for the private sector as well, said the LG. Today, space start-ups are getting plenty of opportunities and new young entrepreneurs are emerging in…

Jammu, November 20: In this month’s ‘Awaam Ki Awaaz’ programme, Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha shared the achievements of recently concluded Back to Village-4 programme, reforms in agriculture & allied sectors and inspirational stories of young & promising entrepreneurs of Jammu Kashmir. Public participation brings efficiency, transparency and social justice in governance. Back to Village is the reflection of our commitment to empower rural community and strengthening partnership for holistic development, said the Lt Governor. Through Back to Village, it is our endeavor to develop a well-planned, comprehensive model of rural development and Panchayats to realize the vision of Aatma Nirbhar…

Bashir Ahmad, a Kiwi farmer in Sopore, Baramulla in Jammu & Kashmir said he first got interested in Kiwi farming when he saw Kiwis growing in Shimla.He got the Kiwi plants and with great difficulty he developed them. He got cooperation from the Agriculture University and the Horticulture department. Then he was able to grow the Kiwi plants till the fruit bearing stage. He is growing two varieties of Kiwis. One is green from inside and the other is red from inside. Bashir said people think it is a very difficult task but it is not so. It does require…

KUPWARA, NOVEMBER 19: The ‘ZIMADARI’ programme initiated by Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Doifode Sagar Dattatray in all Educational Institutions of Kupwara district, one month ago, has become talk of the town nowadays as it has revolutionized the Educational setup in the district. The unique and first of its kind, Zimadari programme was envisaged to bring the change in overall look of the schooling system in the district.One month ago the Deputy Commissioner, Doifode Sagar Dattatray, convened a meeting of all Officers of Education Department including heads of the Educational Institutions at DC Office Kupwara and discussed with them the pros and…

Kashmir’s Gurez Valley is covered in white as the region experienced fresh snowfall.Tourists, young and the old, including little children enjoyed the snow covered ambience. Gurez is equally enchanting in summers as the valley is covered in glorious green. Gurez is an offbeat destination. You can watch the summer beauty of Gurez here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1efE…