Category: Kashmir

  • JKDMA Issues Avalanche Alert for Four Districts

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    SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) on Monday issued an avalanche alert over higher reaches in four districts for next 24 hours.

    The DMA said that a ‘low’ danger level avalanche is likely to occur above 3000 to 3500 metres above sea level over Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban and Baramulla districts.

    People living in these areas have been in the meantime advised to take precautions and avoid venturing in the avalanche prone areas till further orders. (GNS)

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Schwarzman Scholars Programme 2024 for Master’s Students

    Schwarzman Scholars Programme 2024 for Master’s Students

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    SRINAGAR: Tsinghua University, China is offering a fully funded scholarship called “Schwarzman Scholars” for international students in Master’s programmes for the year 2024.

    The last date to apply is September 19, 2023.

    Candidates aged 18-28 years with intellectual and leadership ability, entrepreneurial spirit, and integrity academic aptitude are eligible to apply. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s or other professional degree and must be fluent in the English language.

    The programme will cover almost all disciplines and will last for a year.

    Documents required for the scholarship include a CV/resume, letter of recommendation, academic transcripts, and a personal statement.

    Selected candidates will receive all travel expenses, round-trip airfare, a full tuition fee, and a study tour allowance. Candidates will also be provided with an additional stipend, a personal laptop, Books, and comprehensive medical insurance.

    Eligible candidates need to apply online through the official website. For further information and to apply, click here https://connect.schwarzmanscholars.org/apply/

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • 1 Killed, 2 Others Injured in Karnah Road Mishap

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    Kupwara, May 8: A person was killed and two others injured after a car they were traveling in met with an accident in Nachiyan Top in Karnah area of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district this afternoon, officials said.

    They told GNS that an Alto Car skidded of the road and rolled down a gorge, resulting in on spot death of a person and injuries to two others.

    Identifying the deceased as one Mohammad Rafeeq Qureshi (52), son of Ghulam Hassan, a resident of Tadd Karnah, the official in the meantime identified the two Injured individuals as Shakoor Ahmad son of Kalam Din, a resident of Draggad and the other as Mohammad Ramzan Bhat, son of Abdul Jabbar Bhat of Handwara.

    The injured duo, the official said, has been evacuated to a nearby hospital for treatment. (GNS)

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • NCERT Is Recruiting For Year 2023, Apply Now

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    SRINAGAR: The National Council of Educational Research and Training is inviting applications for the post of Junior Project Fellow.

    There are a total of 11 vacancies for the given post. The appointment is up to March 31, 2024

    The candidates will be selected based on the interview that will be held at Janaki Ammal Khand, DSEM, NCERT, Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi. Eligible candidates should appear for walk-in-interview along with their relevant documents.

    For the application process, the maximum age limit is 40 years and the relaxation for the ST/SC is by 5 years and for OBC by 3 years.

    The qualification required for the recruitment includes:

    1. Project Name: Identification of Indian Knowledge Systems in Literature for Inclusion in Science and Mathematics and Development of Learning Outcomes-Based Activities in Biology and Chemistry.

    Physics and Mathematics at Secondary Level, master’s degree in Physics or any related discipline with a minimum 55 percent marks, degree /diploma in Education, knowledge of Computer Applications, knowledge of Sanskrit, National Eligibility Test (NET), at least six months Research experience in a related area.

    1. Project Name: Development of Learning Outcomes based activities in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Development of Audio- Video Resource in Chemistry;

    Master’s degree in Chemistry or any related discipline with a minimum of 55 percent marks, degree /diploma in Education, knowledge of Computer Applications, National Eligibility Test (NET), and at least six months of Research experience in a related area.

    1. Project Name: Centre for the Popularization of Science

    Master’s degree in Botany/Agriculture Botany, Biotechnology Life Sciences/Environmental Science or any related disciplines with a minimum 55 percent of marks, degree /diploma in Education, knowledge of Computer Applications, National Eligibility Test (NET), at least six months Research experience in a related area.

    The applicable candidates will be given a monthly salary of up to Rs. 25000. The salary for Non-NET applicable candidates will be Rs. 23000 per month.

    For further interview details and the application process, click here

     

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • 3.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Kashmir

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    SRINAGAR: A 3.1-magnitude earthquake jolted Kashmir valley on Monday with panicked residents running out of their homes at some places.

    According to National Center for Seismology, the epicenter was in Baramulla district and the quake took place at a depth of 10 km.

    It said the earthquake occurred at 02:28 pm Indian standard time.

    Experts have warned of a major earthquake in the region as J&K falls in the seismic Zone IV and V.

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • One Dead, Two Injured In Road Accident In North Kashmir

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    SRINAGAR: A man died while two others were injured after a car they were traveling in met with an accident in Nechiyan Top in Karnah sector of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

    Quoting an official, KNO reported that the trio was traveling in an Alto vehicle this afternoon when the accident took place.

    He said in the incident a man died on the spot while two others were injured and they have been admitted to a hospital.

    He identified the deceased as Mohammad Rafeeq Qureshi (52) of Tadd Karnah.

    The two injured have been identified as Shakoor Ahmad a resident of Dragger and Mohammad Ramzan a resident of Handwara.

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Two Vehicles Fall Off Cliff After Hit By Avalanche

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    SRINAGAR: Two vehicles skidded off the road and rolled down the cliff after a snow avalanche came barreling down on the Srinagar-Kargil highway at Zojila Pass, Police said.

    The incident occurred near Panimatha Captain Mode at Zojil Pass.

    The ill-fated vehicles were on their way to Kargil from Srinagar.

    Station House Officer, Police Station Sonmarg, Fayaz Ahmed said that a passenger vehicle (Xylo) and a Camper rolled down after a snow avalanche hit them near Panimatha area on Zojila Pass.

    “Rescue teams including a police party rushed to the spot and retrieved the passengers, however, vehicles could not be retrieved due to the inclement weather,” he said adding that it is still snowing on Zojila Pass.

    The police officer further informed that after the incident, the Srinagar-Kargil highway has been closed to traffic.

    “We turned back all the vehicles that were heading for Kargil from Sonmarg,” he added. (KNT)

     

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Srinagar Leh Highway Shut Down By Snow Avalanche

    Srinagar Leh Highway Shut Down By Snow Avalanche

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    SRINAGAR: The Srinagar Leh highway was closed for traffic on Monday afternoon after a snow avalanche blocked the road near Cafeteria Morh in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district.

    A Beacon official informed that the SSG road is blocked due to a snow avalanche near Cafeteria Morh. Meanwhile, several vehicles are stranded in the Sonamarg area after the road got closed.

    An official said that men and machinery have been pressed into service to clear the road. (KNO)

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Youth Found Dead In Paddy Field

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    SRINAGAR: A youth found was dead in a paddy field in Hassanpora Tawella area of Bijbehera in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Monday.

    Quoting an official, KNO reported that body of youth identified as Amir Rashid Ganai son of Abdul Rashid Ganai, of Hassanpora Tawella was found under mysterious circumstances in a paddy field in Dragad village.

    He said police have recovered his body from the spot and further investigation has been taken up.

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • Breaking: 4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Jammu and Kashmir- Details Here – Kashmir News

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    Srinagar, May 08: Jammu and Kashmir was jolted by an earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale, causing panic among the people who rushed out of their workplaces and homes in fear.

    The quake hit the region at around 2:28 pm on Monday.

    According to reports, the tremors were felt in many parts of the country, including Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi, as well as in neighbouring country Pakistan.

    The quake lasted for several seconds, and people reported feeling their buildings shake.

    There have been no reports of any casualties or damage to property at the time of writing, but the quake has caused anxiety among the people, many of whom are still reeling from the devastating earthquake that hit the region in 2005.

    The earthquake has once again highlighted the need for preparedness and awareness among people in earthquake-prone areas.

    It is important for people to be aware of the steps they can take to minimize the impact of earthquakes and to be prepared for emergencies.


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