Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah criticises NC-led government on National Highway crisis

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 16 (STC): The ongoing closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway during the peak apple harvest season is triggering political crisis. The National Conference- led government has already come under sharp criticism for failing to get the National Highway restored as the fruit growers have suffered huge losses.Srinagar Member of Parliament, Aga…

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CM Omar Abdullah hails Supreme Court’s direction stalling certain provisions of Waqf Bill

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 15 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday appreciated the Supreme Court’s direction of stalling certain provisions of the Waqf Law.In his statement, he said, “It is deeply regrettable that one religion’s properties are being targeted under this bill. I welcome the Supreme Court’s understanding of the matter.”Commenting…

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J&K High Court directs JKBOSE to reconsider name change in certificates

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 15 (STC): The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the Jammu and Kashmir State Board of School Education (JKBOSE) to reconsider a petitioner’s request for a change of name in his educational qualification certificates. This directive has overturned the JKBOSE’s earlier rejection.Justice Sanjay Dhar, delivering the judgment,…

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NHAI criticised over poor road conditions of Jammu – Srnagar national highway at Udhampur

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 15 (STC): National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has come under sharp criticism for failing to make a 300-meter stretch of road motorable between Tharad and Balli Nallah in Udhampur district of Jammu division. The commuters have urged the Authority to undertake steps to widen the road and smoothen its surface.According…

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