PTK NEWS Desk

Police Destroy Illicit Poppy Cultivation in Ganderbal; Case Registered

Ganderbal, May 29 (PTK): Continuing its intensified campaign against drug-related activities under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, J&K Police in Ganderbal detected and destroyed an illicit poppy cultivation during a routine patrolling operation in Wandhama village under the jurisdiction of Police Station Lar. According to police, a patch of land cultivated with poppy…

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GIS-Based Master Plan for Kathua Discussed at Stakeholders’ Meeting

Kathua, May 29 (PTK): A stakeholders’ meeting was held at the DC Office Complex Kathua on Thursday to discuss modalities for preparation of the Draft Local Area Plan under the GIS-based Master Plan for Kathua town and its adjoining areas, with participants emphasizing sustainable urban growth, decongestion measures and flood management planning. The meeting was…

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SWD Bids Farewell to Retiring Chauffeur Ravinder Kumar After 39 Years of Service

Jammu, May 29 (PTK): The Social Welfare Department (SWD) on Thursday organized a farewell function in honour of retiring chauffeur Ravinder Kumar, who superannuated after rendering 39 years of dedicated service. The farewell ceremony was held under the chairmanship of Ranjeet Singh. Speaking on the occasion, the Director appreciated the sincere and dedicated services rendered…

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Swiss Ambassador Maya Tissafi Calls on CM Omar Abdullah, Discusses Sustainable Development Cooperation

Srinagar, May 29 (PTK): The Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation to India, Maya Tissafi, on Thursday called on Omar Abdullah and discussed various areas of mutual interest and cooperation aimed at promoting sustainable development and inclusive growth in Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, both sides explored opportunities for collaboration and exchange of best practices…

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The Sickness of Envy and Rivalry in Modern Society

Farhana Rakshand Srinagar, May 29 (PTK Opinion): There was a time when human relationships were built on affection, humility and genuine concern for one another. Families stood together through hardship, neighbours celebrated each other’s successes and kindness was considered a virtue. Today, however, a troubling transformation has taken hold of society. Envy and unhealthy competition…

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