Nature’s Purifiers: Scientists Discover Sponge-Microbe Synergy as a Breakthrough in Metal Bioremediation

Kolkata, December 18, 2025 — In a groundbreaking discovery published in the journal Microbiology Spectrum, scientists from the Bose Institute have revealed that freshwater sponges and their associated microbial communities are powerful tools for tackling toxic metal pollution. The research, led by Abhrajyoti Ghosh and Dhruba Bhattacharya, focused on sponges within the Sundarban delta, uncovering…

Indian Railways Performance Update: 22 Divisions Hit 90% Punctuality Milestone as Ratlam Leads the Nation

New Delhi, December 18, 2025 — Indian Railways has showcased a significant boost in operational efficiency, achieving an 80% overall punctuality rate across its national network during the week of December 8–14. This performance highlight underscores a period of intensified focus on timely passenger and freight services. Data reveals that 37 railway divisions managed to…

EPFO Launches Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025: A One-Time Opportunity for Universal Social Security

New Delhi, December 18, 2025 — The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially introduced the Employees’ Enrolment Scheme (EES) – 2025, a landmark initiative designed to bring millions of left-out workers under the formal social security umbrella. This special one-time facilitation window, operational from November 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, urges all employers—including…

Renowned Sculptor Ram Sutar Passes Away: Amit Shah Mourns the Architect of the Statue of Unity

New Delhi, December 18, 2025 — Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah expressed deep sorrow today following the demise of the legendary sculptor Ram Sutar, the visionary architect behind the world-famous Statue of Unity. In a heartfelt tribute, Shah described the passing of the veteran artist as an “irreparable loss” to the…

Operation Sindoor Proves India’s High-Impact Precision Strike Capability, Says Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, December 18, 2025 — Addressing the Air Force Commanders’ Conclave today, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh hailed the Indian Air Force (IAF) as a technologically advanced and strategically confident force, citing the success of Operation Sindoor as a benchmark for India’s high-impact, short-duration operational capabilities. He praised the air warriors for the speed and…

India Post Unveils Karnataka’s First Gen Z Post Office at Acharya Institute of Technology

Bengaluru, December 18, 2025 — In a bold move to modernize traditional services for the digital age, India Post has launched Karnataka’s first Gen Z-themed revamped post office at the Acharya Institute of Technology (AIT), Bengaluru. Officially inaugurated on December 17 by Prakash, IPoS, Chief Postmaster General of the Karnataka Postal Circle, the Achit Nagar…

India and Oman Sign Landmark CEPA to Revolutionize Bilateral Trade and Professional Mobility

Muscat, December 18, 2025 — In a historic move to deepen economic integration within the Gulf region, India and Oman officially signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) today. The pact was formalized in Muscat by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Oman’s Minister of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion, Qais bin Mohammed Al…

PM Addresses Indian Diaspora in Muscat: Celebrating 50 Years of Indian Schools in Oman

New Delhi, December 18, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a vibrant gathering of the Indian community in Muscat today, marking a historic milestone as Indian schools in Oman celebrate 50 years of academic excellence. Speaking to an audience that included over 700 students, the Prime Minister extended heartfelt greetings from India and expressed…

Pawan Khajuria meets Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, submits memorandum highlighting Jammu Division’s concerns

Udhampur 18 December :- Senior leader from Udhampur, Pawan Khajuria, met Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Development, Manohar Lal Khattar in New Delhi and submitted a detailed memorandum seeking immediate intervention to address pressing issues related to housing, power supply, and urban development in Jammu Division. In the memorandum, Khajuria highlighted the severe…

Kashmir Weather Update: Twin Western Disturbances to End Dry Spell With Snowfall in Higher Reaches

Srinagar 18 December :- The prolonged dry spell in Jammu and Kashmir is set to break as two back-to-back Western Disturbances (WDs) are projected to impact the region between Saturday, December 20, and Tuesday, December 23. While the weather will remain dry and cloudy through Friday, the first system will begin its influence late Saturday…

Kashmir Job Fraud Busted: Crime Branch Files Charge Sheet in ₹11 Lakh Fake Recruitment Scam

Srinagar 18 December :- The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir has achieved a major breakthrough in combating employment fraud by filing a formal charge sheet against two individuals involved in a ₹11 lakh fake job racket. The legal proceedings, initiated under Sections 420 (Cheating) and 120-B (Criminal Conspiracy) of the IPC,…

Minister Satish Sharma Reviews Bandipora Development: Focus on Sports Infrastructure, Road Safety, and Public Welfare

Srinagar 17 December :- In a significant push toward regional progress, Satish Sharma, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, and Youth Services & Sports, chaired a high-level review meeting in Bandipora on December 17. Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Indu Kanwal Chib and other senior officials, the Minister assessed the progress of various…

NDRF Boosts Disaster Resilience in Doda: Community Awareness and Data Drive in Thathri and Phagsoo

Doda 17 December :- 13th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) launched an extensive disaster preparedness initiative across the Thathri and Phagsoo tehsils of Doda district. Organized under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh and the direct supervision of Additional Deputy Commissioner Anil Kumar Thakur, the drive focused on empowering grassroots communities…

MRI Services at SMHS and Super Speciality Hospital Srinagar to Resume from December 18

Srinagar 17 December :- Patients and medical staff at Government SMHS Hospital and the Super Speciality Hospital, Shireen Bagh, can expect a return to normal operations as MRI services are officially set to resume on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Administrator of Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar announced that the temporary suspension of these diagnostic…

Udhampur West MLA Inaugurates Mega Kisan Mela at Lander-Panchari to Boost Rural Economy

UDHAMPUR 17 December :- To empower the local farming community and accelerate rural economic growth, a high-impact one-day Kisan Mela was successfully hosted today at Panchayat Lander in the Panchari block. Inaugurated by Member Legislative Assembly (MLA) Udhampur West, Pawan Kumar Gupta, the event focused on the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and drew over…

Srinagar RTO Inspection: Minister Satish Sharma Mandates Transparent, Tech-Driven Public Services

SRINAGAR 17 December :- Reinforcing the government’s commitment to “citizen-first” governance, Minister for Transport, Satish Sharma, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Regional Transport Office (RTO) Srinagar on Wednesday. The visit was aimed at auditing operational efficiency and ensuring that essential transport services, such as vehicle registration and driving license issuance, are delivered without bureaucratic…

Digital Leap for J&K: Samagra Shiksha Partners with BISAG-N to Launch “JK e-Pathshala”

Jammu 17 December :- In a transformative move to bridge the educational divide, the Samagra Shiksha department of Jammu and Kashmir has formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-Informatics (BISAG-N). This strategic collaboration, signed under the leadership of Secretary Ram Niwas Sharma and Project Director Bhawani…

Connectivity Boost for Bhalwal: Deputy CM Unveils ₹10.27 Crore Road Infrastructure

Jammu 17 December :- In a major push for rural infrastructure, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary officially inaugurated a series of road and bridge projects totaling ₹10.27 crore across the Bhalwal region of Jammu. Accompanied by DDC Chairman Bharat Bhushan and MLA Devyani Rana, the Deputy CM launched several key routes, including a 2.50-km road…

J&K Bank organizes Stakeholders’ Meet to streamline implementation of High Density Plantation Scheme

Srinagar, Dec 17: With a view to further strengthen and streamline the implementation of its flagship High Density Plantation (HDP) Scheme, J&K Bank today organised an interactive session with Private Enterprises (PEs), at it’s corporate headquarters, to seek first-hand feedback and enhance coordination among key stakeholders. Pertinently, the Private Enterprises (PEs) are responsible for providing…

Tarigami urges increase in honorarium for J&K Anganwadi workers, helpers among lowest paid in India

Says workers and helpers have not received their monthly honorarium for nearly five months Jammu, Dec 17: CPI(M) leader and MLA Kulgam M Y Tarigami has urged the Jammu and Kashmir government to substantially raise the state share of honorarium for Anganwadi workers and helpers and bring it at par with other states.Anganwadi workers in…

CM Omar Abdullah addresses 17th Annual Convention of ATOAI at SKICC

J&K ideal destination for Adventure Tourism: CM Commends ATOAI for supporting J&K Tourism, Appreciates resilience of J&K’s Tourism players SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today addressed the 17th Annual Convention of the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI) at the Sher-i- Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), emphasising that Jammu and Kashmir is…

Security Forces Conduct Search in Mansar, Udhampur After Locals Spot Three Suspects

Udhampur 17 December :- A search operation was launched by security forces in the forested Majalta-Masar area of Udhampur district following reports from villagers of three unidentified individuals on Tuesday evening. According to local accounts, a resident working in a remote spot observed three strangers with backpacks and sticks; one was standing while the other…

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