PDP, NC could have stopped JK Bank-RBI deal
This refers to the article “Where is PDP, by the way” (GK April 22) by Suhaib Rufai. While the Peoples Democratic Party maintained a criminal silence on a sensitive issue like Dogra Certificate , it remained extremely guarded in opposing the J&K Bank-RBI deal which triggered public resentment in More

Stop it
We as shareholders of the Jammu and Kashmir Bank are concerned over the rumours that one or two top executives of the Bank, retiring from the services, are being considered for extension. The news is appalling as the officers of the Bank have recently been given the benefit of the continued service by More

Mutton shortage
This refers to mutton shortage in Kashmir. While many people are facing problems because of it, some have begun to adapt themselves to the changing situation. The worst hit are the restaurant owners and hoteliers in Kashmir. They can’t earn their livelihood. So the state government must rise to the occasion More

Flood Channel
It is strange that despite repeated requested through media and in person, the Flood Control Department is not taking any measure for digging deep the Flood Channel Crossing in Rawalpora area. Its surface level is now above the level of the surrounding localities thereby endangering their flooding during More

Dogra Certificate
Kashmir normally has four seasons but for the last so many years the "Hartal and curfew season" has become our yet another season. In winter Kashmir that is reeling under cold wave, the summer months reel under Hartals followed by curfews. The "Dogra certificate" issue needs to be carefully looked into More

Kashmir train
This refers to the news ''Kashmir train runs 34 kms without driver'' (GK Apr 18). One fails to understand how the railway authorities can be so negligent. A train running without a driver means nothing but an open invitation to the bloodshed. It is a shameful act on part of the railway officials, who More

Certificate row
This refers to the debate on Dogra Certificate. Media has done a commendable job by raising the issue. It is strange to see that the coalition partners National Conference and Congress, which often beat the trumpet of unity of Jammu and Kashmir, going ahead with such an order that has a potential of More

Veil debate
This refers to the write-up of Dr. Faiz Fazili "The Veil Controversy" (GK 16-04-2011). I agree with the author's excellent views on the issue in the light of Holy Qura'an. The Muslim women should adhere to the principles of Islam particularly Hijab which is a pre-requisite for every Muslim women. I myself More

  • Kashmir

Court quashes Qazi Yasir’s PSA

SAMAAN LATEEF

Srinagar, Apr 22: Terming the detention under Public Safety Act of Mirwaiz south Kashmir, Qazi Yasir as “illegal”, the High Court Friday quashed his detention and directed the state government to release More



  • Srinagar City

At KU seminar experts throw light on understanding Iqbal

GK NEWS NETWORK

Srinagar, Apr 22: Experts Friday threw light on importance of understanding Dr Sir Muhammad Iqbal (RA) on the second day of seminar on Understanding Iqbal in JK: Issues, Prospects and Contribution being More




  • Jammu

Govt to strictly enforce ban on polythene: Mian Altaf

GK NEWS NETWORK

Jammu, Apr 22: Minister for Forests and Environment, Mian Altaf Ahmad today called for strict implementation of ban on polythene carry bags. Addressing a function organized to celebrate Earth Day More



  • Briefs

Protests in Kargil

GHULAM NABI ZEYA

Kargil, Apr 22: Hundreds of people, including clerics, staged a protest here on Friday against the alleged use of force on unarmed protesters in Yemen, Baharin and Saudia Arabia.     More



  • Business

Pensioners decry A&T for delaying arrear payments

GK BUSINESS REPORTER

Srinagar, Apr 22: The pensioners (retired between 1-1-06 to 30-6-2009) today alleged that the authorities were delaying the payment of the sixth pay commission arrears to them, notwithstanding government More



  • News

Gilani for uninterrupted dialogue with India

‘New Delhi Should Respect Kashmiris’ Fundamental Rights’

PRESS TRUST OF INDIA

Islamabad, Apr 22: The renewed India-Pakistan dialogue process should be "uninterrupted" and constructive for the resolution of contentious issues like the Kashmir dispute, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani More



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