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*lJitendra Singh announces new tunnel project on NH-44 in J-K, says "it will ease increasing rush of traffic

Udhampur, June 9: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said that a new two-lane tube tunnel will be constructed parallel to the existing Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Tunnel on the Chenani-Nashri route along National Highway 44 in Jammu and Kashmir.

Announcing the development on X, Singh thanked the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari for approving the proposal.

"Another Good News for : Thanks to National Highway Authority of India and Minister Sh for accepting our request and proposing the construction of a new two-lane tube tunnel parallel to the existing 'Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Tunnel' on Chenani-Nashri route along National Highway 44 in ," Singh said.

He said the new tunnel will significantly ease traffic congestion on the busy highway stretch and improve travel convenience.

"This will ease the increasing rush of traffic on this section and ensure ease of travel," he added.

"It may be recalled that the 'Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee Tunnel' was inaugurated by PM Sh on April 2, 2017," he added.

Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee tunnel is the 9 km tunnel is the longest such state-of-the-art tunnel in the country, connecting Udhampur to Ramban in Jammu.

Constructed at a cost of Rs 2500 crore, it cuts down 31 km of travel distance and reduces the travel time between the two points by about two hours, in addition to substantial savings in fuel cost, an official release from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways read.

(ANI)

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Justice Rajnesh Oswal lays foundation Stone for New Lawyers' Chambers at District Court Complex Anantnag

Anantnag ،June،08,CNS:: Administrative Judge forDistrict Anantnag, Justice Rajnesh Oswal, conducted an official visit to the District Court Complex here today to lay the foundation stone for the construction of new Lawyers' Chambers-a pivotal infrastructural upgrade for the district's legal fraternity.

Upon his arrival, He was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honor. The official proceedings commenced with a welcome address by the Principal District & Sessions Judge (PD&SJ), Anantnag, Tahir Khurshid Raina.

During the program, the Interim President of the District Bar Association, Advocate Peer Shafiq, presented a comprehensive memorandum of demands to the Administrative Judge on behalf of the legal community.
Justice Oswal, in his keynote address, underscored that the proposed chambers represent more than just architectural growth; they mark a significant milestone in strengthening the justice delivery system by providing essential comfort and accessibility to both lawyers and litigants.

Addressing the structural and administrative concerns raised by the Bar, Justice Oswal assured the legal community that these matters would be proactively taken up with the local police and civil administration, expressing strong optimism for their prompt resolution.

Following the main event, Justice Oswal presided over interactive administrative sessions, convening first with the judicial officers and subsequently engaging with members of the District Bar Association. The proceedings were attended by senior officials from the local police and civil administration, reflecting a coordinated approach across the district's judicial and executive branches.(CNS)

Review Ho**ah Bar Permissions Near Educational Institutions to Protect Students: PDP

Srinagar June 8th (CNS): People’s Democratic Party (PDP) spokesperson Zuhaib Yousf Mir has expressed serious concern over reports of ho**ah bars operating in close proximity to colleges and educational institutions in Srinagar, where a significant number of young students are reportedly frequenting such establishments.

While appreciating the administration’s ongoing efforts to curb drug abuse and promote a drug-free Jammu & Kashmir, Mir said that these efforts must be complemented by strict regulation of activities that may encourage unhealthy habits among the youth. He noted that the presence of ho**ah bars near educational institutions raises legitimate concerns among parents, educators, and society at large.

“The government cannot afford a selective approach towards safeguarding our youth. If we are serious about protecting young people from substance abuse and harmful addictions, then the functioning of ho**ah bars near colleges and schools must be reviewed with utmost urgency,” Mir said.

He urged the administration to conduct a comprehensive review of permissions granted to such establishments, ensure strict enforcement of age restrictions, and take necessary corrective measures wherever violations are found. He further stressed that educational zones should remain conducive to learning and personal development rather than becoming hubs for activities that may negatively influence students.

Mir called upon the authorities to act responsibly and proactively in the larger interest of students and the future of Jammu & Kashmir’s youth.

Police Attaches Properties Worth ₹4 Crore Under NDPS Act

Srinagar, June 08th FANA: Srinagar Police has attached immovable properties worth approximately ₹4 crore* belonging to two drug peddlers under the provisions of the NDPS Act, 1985.

Police Station Sangam attached properties worth approximately ₹3 crore belonging to Gulam Ahmad Dar S/o Ghulam Mohammad Dar , in connection with FIR No. 14/2026 under Section 8/20 NDPS Act. The attached assets include a residential house, land and commercial shops. Investigation established that the properties were acquired through proceeds of narcotics trafficking.

In a separate action, Police Station Nowhatta attached a residential property worth approximately ₹1 crore* belonging to Mohd Shafi Sheikh S/o Late Mohd Subhan Sheikh , in connection with FIR No. 09/2018 under Sections 8/20 NDPS Act. The property was identified as an illegally acquired asset generated through drug trafficking.

The attachments were carried out under the relevant provisions of the NDPS Act to prevent concealment, transfer or disposal of properties derived from illicit narcotics trade.

Srinagar Police remains committed to dismantling narcotics networks by targeting both drug traffickers and the assets generated through criminal activities. Such action shall continue under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan.(FANA)

Thousands Attend 130th Urs of Hazrat Baba Nizam-ud-Din Kiyanvi (RA) at Baba Nagri

Ganderbal, June 8th (CNS): A large number of devotees from across Jammu and Kashmir participated in the 130th annual Urs of Hazrat Baba Nizam-ud-Din Kiyanvi at Baba Nagri in Wangat, Ganderbal, with the two-day religious gathering concluding on Monday.

Devotees from various districts thronged the shrine to offer prayers and seek blessings. The Urs featured Quran recitations, Shab Khawani, Darood-o-Azkaar, and other religious programmes, attracting men, women, and children from different parts of the region.

Religious scholars highlighted the saint’s teachings of peace, tolerance, compassion, and service to humanity, urging people to uphold Kashmir’s rich Sufi traditions and promote communal harmony.

Addressing the gathering, Mian Altaf Ahmad paid tributes to the spiritual legacy of the saint and remembered the contributions of his late father, Mian Bashir Ahmad. He appealed to people to follow the path of love, brotherhood, and humanity shown by revered saints.

Special prayers were offered for peace, prosperity, and the well-being of society. The annual Urs remains one of Kashmir’s largest spiritual congregations, symbolising faith, unity, and the Valley’s enduring Sufi heritage.

IGP Kashmir Reviews Security Arrangements for Amarnath Yatra, Muharram

Srinagar, June 8th (CNS): Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, V. K. Birdi (IPS) on Monday chaired a high-level meeting at PCR Kashmir to review security and logistical arrangements for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026) and Muharram observances across the Valley.

Senior police officers from all districts attended the meeting and briefed the IGP on district-wise preparedness, security measures, and logistical requirements. Birdi stressed strict adherence to SOPs, enhanced surveillance, regular area domination, and round-the-clock monitoring of Yatra routes to ensure pilgrim safety.

He directed officers to remain prepared for emergencies, conduct mock drills, strengthen security at Yatra camps, and ensure adequate deployment of personnel and surveillance systems.

The meeting also reviewed Muharram arrangements, with the IGP emphasizing effective traffic management, close coordination with civil administration, and necessary security measures to ensure peaceful observances across Kashmir.
Birdi urged officers to maintain high standards of vigilance, professionalism, and coordination for the smooth conduct of both events.

LPG price hiked by Rs 29 per 14.2-kg cylinder

New Delhi, Jun 7: Domestic cooking gas LPG price has been raised by Rs 29 per cylinder, marking the second increase in three months as state-owned fuel retailers continue to grapple with elevated global energy costs.

The price of a 14.2-kg LPG cylinder in Delhi will rise to Rs 942 from Rs 913 with effect from June 7, according to industry sources.

The increase follows a Rs 60-per-cylinder hike on March 7 after the conflict in West Asia disrupted global energy supplies and drove up international fuel prices. Industry sources said that the increase had only partly offset losses incurred on domestic LPG sales.

State-run oil marketing companies were estimated to be losing about Rs 703 on every LPG cylinder sold before the latest revision, the sources said.

The LPG price hike comes amid a broader round of fuel price increases.

Petrol and diesel prices have been raised by a cumulative Rs 7.50 per litre since mid-May, while compressed natural gas (CNG) rates have increased by about Rs 6 per kg.

Despite the recent increases, oil companies continue to sell petrol and diesel below cost, incurring losses of around Rs 11 per litre on petrol and Rs 33.6 per litre on diesel, according to industry sources.

The government has so far avoided a full pass-through of higher international energy prices to consumers, absorbing part of the increase through state-owned fuel retailers as global crude oil and fuel markets remain volatile.–(PTI)