SRINAGAR, JUNE 10: The Department of Physical Education, Amar Singh College Srinagar organised the Annual College Road Race for Boys.
Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, Nodal Principal Kashmir Division Colleges and Principal Amar Singh College flagged-off the 8 Kms road race in the presence of Prof. Gurdeep Singh Sodhi Convener Sports Committee, and Dr. Tanveer Ahmad Bhat, Physical Director of the college.
The teaching and non-teaching staff from the institute were also present at the occasion.
Around 136 energetic students from different streams participated in the race enthusiastically, displaying a spirit of sportsmanship and resilience.
For a smooth and hassle-free race, the college deployed the faculty at all the Ghats along the racing track in addition to the men in uniform by the traffic department and the availability of moving ambulances by the Department of Health & Medical Education.
The racers were received by Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, Principal, Prof. Nayeem Ahmad Khan, Head Department of Zoology and Prof. Aijaz Fareed, Head Department of Geography at the finishing line at Nishat Gardens.
Hazim Nabi of 2nd semester, Wajahat Mukhtar of 2nd Semester and Tanveer Ahmad of 2nd Semester bagged 1st, 2nd and 3rd positions covering the distance in 22.25, 25.37 and 26.3 minutes, respectively.
Later in an impressive prize distribution ceremony at Nishat, the winners were awarded with trophies and consolation prizes.
Addressing the racers at the function, Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir said that sports is a part and parcel of the curriculum and plays a vital role in the overall development of an individual. He congratulated the sports department and committee for organizing the race and encouraged the racers for their active participation.
Prof. Ajaz assured that sports infrastructure shall be strengthened and the latest facilities shall be put in place to facilitate the students for better performance and to compete at the National level.
Srinagar: IGNOU Srinagar is set to start various student friendly initiatives in Kashmir. This was stated by Dr. Afroz Hyder Rizvi during a press brief held at Regional Study Centre Srinagar.Giving details, Dr Rizvi said that Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has started the admission process for its various academic programs for July 2024 admission cycle from 15.05.2024. Presently Term End Examination June 2024 is going on across 35 examination centres established in Govt. Degree Colleges throughout the Kashmir Division including UT of Ladakh in almost 1,83,000 recorded sittings . On the demand of learners one more examination centre at GDC Gurez has been established for the students hailing that area.
The University has also launched a four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP) in alignment with NEP 2020. The university has also got approval from UGC & AICTE for four new MBA programmes; MBA Human Resource Management (MBAHRM), MBA Marketing Management (MBAMM), MBA Finance Management and MBA Operations Management (MBAOM). Besides, the university has already been running MBA in Banking and Finance, MBA (General) in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode and MBA (General) in online mode. There is no need to appear in any entrance test to take admission in any of these seven different MBA programmes. Revised programme of Masters of Computer Applications (MCA) has also been launched with the approval from UGC & AICTE and will be now of two years duration. The eligibility for the programme has also been relaxed in terms of having Mathematics as one of the subjects at UG level and there is also no need to appear in any entrance test to take admission in this programme.
At present IGNOU Regional Centre Srinagar is operating practically in every nook and corner of Kashmir through a network of 46 Learner Support Centres, comprising 33 Regular Study Centres (LSCs), 12 Programme Study Centres (PSCs) and 1 Special Study Centre (SSCs). The Regional Centre has established Learner Support Centres (LSCs) in all the districts of its jurisdiction and we are trying to reach the unreached by way of establishing LSCs at sub division and blocks levels. Many new proposals to extend IGNOUs reach to newer areas like IUST, SKUAST-K for Science and Agriculture based academic programmes of the university. Apart from this Regional Centre Srinagar is also an Nodal Regional Centre from which the online counselling is being done for the programmes i.e. Diploma in Urdu Language and BA in applied Urdu and Master of Arts in Urdu through for the students admitted in these programmes throughout the country. Also, Swayam Prabha Channels and Channel Based Counselling (CBC) is an initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India to provide 34 High Quality Educational TV Channels through DTH across the length and breadth of the country on a 24×7 basis using GSAT 15 Satellite. IGNOU has been entrusted with the responsibility of National Coordinator for Swayam Prabha Project for four channels (13) which are presently operational with effect from 1st Sept, 2020 after reorganization of earlier five channels. These four channels are broadcasting the recorded videos as well as live telecasting of IGNOU programmes 24×7. The channel-based counselling was initially operationalized at 20 Regional Centers using four channels of SWAYAM PRABHA for the CBCS courses in 13 languages. In 2022, a swayam Prabha studio was set up IGNOU Regional Centre Srinagar and is now providing the channel based counselling in Urdu language for UG programmes on channel no. 13. Since its inception, 249 sessions have been delivered so far through the studio at Regional Centre Srinagar, said Dr. A.H. Rizvi.
e-VidyaBharti Project, under the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), GOI, offers Tele-education services through internet-based web portals. So far, 6 premier Indian HEIs, approved by UGC, are offering online degree/diploma/certificate programmes. The MoUs have been signed with 19 African Countries to participate in the project. Under this initiative, IGNOU is one of the HEIs identified for this project. Regional Centre Srinagar is also one of the Regional Centres of the IGNOU which is now part of this prestigious project of Government of India. The students from 19 African countries under this prestigious project have been allotted to Regional Centre Srinagar for the programmes of Certificate in Food and Nutrition (CFN) and Diploma in Early Child Care and Education (DECE).
Under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) we have adopted one village called Leharwalpora District Bandipora and we have organised several sensitization programmes under the cooperation with local administration for the upgradation of their livelihood. SATHEE, a collaborative initiative of IIT Kanpur with IGNOU for giving free learning and access platform to prepare them for competitive exams like JEE & NEET. IIT Kanpur has nominated the University for recreation of videos in 12 regional languages for SATHEE.
The Regional Centre Srinagar will be establishing a Help Desk for redressal of the grievances of the learners and other stakeholders under a single window system. The centre is also planning to create an Innovation Club for IGNOU learners for making them entrepreneurs’ and self-sufficient. The centre has also established a disability cell to extend facilities for specially abled learners.
IGNOU has launched several new academic programmes including, M.Sc. programmes from the July 2024 admission cycle. Some of the newly launched programs are M. Sc. Chemistry, M. Sc. Zoology, M. Sc. Applied Chemistry, M.Sc. Physics, M.Sc. Biochemistry, PG Diploma in Disaster Risk Reduction & Management (PGDDRRM), Diploma in Agriculture & Cost Management (DACM), Master of Arts in Applied Urdu (MAAUD), Certificate in Event Management (CEVMT) & Awareness-Cum-Training Package for Parents of Children with Disability-Visual Impairment (NCD-102).
Details of the programs offered by IGNOU are available on the official website www.ignou.ac.in in a common prospectus, which is also available on the IGNOU Regional Centre Srinagar website (rcsrinagar.ignou.ac.in). Desirous students can use the Samarth portal of IGNOU (https://ignouadmission.samartha.edu.in/ ) to take admission in any of the programmes offered by the university for the July 2024 admission cycle. The last date of Fresh Admissions for the July 2024 Session is 30th June 2024. For any query, students can visit IGNOU Regional Centre Srinagar (Saida Kadal Rainawari) or call on 0194-3102402 or send mail to admissionrcsrinagar@ignou.ac.in. Re-registration for the July 2024 admission session is also going on and the last date.
Muhammad Kaif, Muskan Bilal wins GCOE college annual road race
SRINAGAR, MAY 9: The Sports Board of Government College of Education (GCOE) under the leadership of Principal, Prof. Seema Naz organised annual college road race for men and women from Nehru Park to Nishat garden and SKICC to Nishat garden here today.
The race for men was flagged off by Convenor College Sports Board, Dr. Mohammad Yasin Pir. Around 31 athletes from the College participated in the race.
During the race, Muhammad Kaif (UG 2nd Semester student), from the start took the lead by sprinting ahead of rest of competitors and finished first with a comfortable lead. He covered the distance in 40:25 minutes followed by Gowhar Ahmad (UG 4th Semester student), who covered it in 41:00 minutes while as Showkat Ahmad (UG 2nd Semester student) finished third with the timing of 42:45 minutes.
Similarly, the race for women run was flagged off by Staff Secretary, Dr. Mohammad Ashraf Wagi in which around 25 athletes from the college participated.
Muskan Bilal (B.eD 1st Semester student), from the start took lead by sprinting ahead of rest of competitors and finished first with a comfortable lead. She covered the distance in 50:25 minutes followed by Syed Soulleh (B.Ed 1st Semester student) who covered distance in 55:00 minutes while as Sehla Jan (UG 2nd Semester student) finished third with the timing of 57:45 minutes.
The prize distribution ceremony of both the race events was held at Naseem Bagh, University of Kashmir here, in which trophies were awarded to first three position holders while medals were awarded to rest of the athletes by the college Principal Prof. Seema Naz and College Sport Board members.
On the occasion, the Principal of the college in her brief speech congratulated the winners and complimented the participants of the event. She impressed upon the girl students to take part in the sports activities.
She briefed the students about the importance of sports and urged them to participate in more and more events to be organized by the sports board.
Dr. Naz also congratulated the efforts of Physical Education department for successful conduct of the event and appreciated their efforts in conducting various events in a very conducive and efficient manner
SRINAGAR, MAY 03: SP College, Srinagar gave a warm send-off to three senior faculty members and a non-teaching employee of the college who attained their superannuation on 30th April 2024.
These superannuating faculty and employees include Professor Manzoor Ahmad Wani, Head Department of Botany; Professor Niyaz Ahmad Wani, Department of Botany; Professor Rabia Ahmad, Head Department of English and Kounsar Kirmani, Lab. Assistant Department of Biochemistry.
Director Colleges, Higher Education Professor (Dr.) Yasmeen Ashai, Principal of the college Professor (Dr.) Ghulam Jeelani Qurashi, Professor (Dr.) Wilayat Rizvi Registrar Cluster University Srinagar, Professor (Dr.) Sheikh Ajaz Bashir Nodal Principal Kashmir Division Colleges, Former Principal Dr. Parveen Pandit, Former Director Colleges Professor (Dr.) Yaseen Ahmad Shah, Former Principal Professor Bashir Ahmad Shah, Former Principal Professor (Dr) Khursheed Ahmad Khan, Professor (Dr.) Fouzia Principal GDC Ganderbal, Professor (Dr.) Mohammad Farooq Mir Principal GDC Women Nawa Kadal, Prof. Ezaz Rizvi Principal GDC Kulgam, Prof. Shah-e-Jehan Wani Principal GDC Frisal, Professor Deeba Sarmand Dean Academics CUS, Professor Khurshid Controller CUS, Dr. Naseer Shah Dean Sciences CUS, Dr. Mushtaq Lone, Professor (Dr.) Sadaf Principal GDC Kangan, Distinguished academics Professor Mairaj-ud-Din Sheikh, Professor Afzal Mir, Professor M. A. Lone, Professor Naseer Farhan, Prof. B. A. Mir, Prof. Showkat Zargar, Professor Mukhtar Malik, Dr. Zubaida, Prof. Nighat Hassan, Prof. Anjum Qazi, Professor Rubiya Sultan, Professor Nusrat Syed, Dr. Abdul Hai, Prof. Mujahid Ahmad, Dr. Nikhat Nabi, were present at the farewell event.
College Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff of the college also attended the farewell meeting held at College Auditorium.
On the occasion, Principal of the College, Professor (Dr.) Ghulam Jeelani Qurashi congratulated them on the successful completion of their active services. He also highlighted their zeal and dedication towards their work.
Dr Qurashi said that it is with mixed emotions that the esteemed faculty and staff at SP College, Srinagar bid a warm and heartfelt farewell to Prof. Manzoor Wani from the Botany department, Prof. Niyaz Ahmad Wani also from the Botany department and Prof. Rabia Ahmad from the English department.
Dr. Qurashi said that these distinguished educators have made invaluable contributions to the academic community, inspiring generations of students with their knowledge and passion for teaching. Additionally, we also extend our heartfelt appreciation to Kounsar Kirmani, a dedicated Lab Assistant, for her hard work and commitment to excellence.
As these esteemed members of our academic family move on to new endeavors their presence and guidance will be sorely missed. Their legacy within the halls of SP College will endure as a testament to their dedication to shaping young minds and fostering a culture of learning and growth. I wish them all the best in their future endeavors and are confident that they will continue to excel in all their pursuits, he added.
“It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to Professor Manzoor Wani, a distinguished Head of the Department of Botany. Throughout his tenure, Prof. Wani has exemplified excellence in academics and dedication to his students. His passion for botanical studies and commitment to research has inspired countless individuals within the department,” Dr. Qurashi said.
He said, we gather here today also to bid farewell to our esteemed Professor Niyaz Ahmad Wani. Throughout his tenure at this institution, Professor Wani has been an exceptional mentor, educator, and colleague. His dedication to teaching, research and his students have left an indelible impact on our academic community.
Dr. Qurashi extended his warm regards and best wishes to Professor Rabia Ahmad, esteemed member of the Department of English. Serving as a dedicated educator, her passion for literature and language has left an indelible impact on the academic community. Professor Rabia’s unmatched expertise and commitment to her students have undoubtedly enriched countless minds through her teachings.
I would also like to formally acknowledge the departure of Kounsar Kirmani, our esteemed laboratory assistant. Kounsar has been an invaluable member of our team, contributing her expertise and dedication to the success of our research endeavors, Dr. Qurashi said.
The proceeding of the felicitation function was conducted by Dr. Shazia Mushtaq, Associate Professor Botany.
At the end the vote of thanks was proposed by Prof. Master Showkat, Department of English.
SRINAGAR, MAY 03: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, today deliberated on addressing key challenges and strategize effective solutions to enhance the functioning of Cluster Universities of Jammu and Srinagar transforming them into beacons of educational innovation and excellence.
The Chief Secretary, while chairing a meeting held here at Civil Secretariat to assess the issues concerning both the Cluster Universities, emphasized that the goal for these institutions is to emerge as paragons of excellence, not only within the region but also as models to be replicated across the country.
Principal Secretary, Higher Education Department, Alok Kumar, Vice Chancellors of Cluster University Jammu, Professor Bechan Lal and Cluster University Srinagar, Professor Qayyum Hussain, Director General Budget, Director Colleges and other concerned attended the meeting.
Addressing the meeting, the Chief Secretary reiterated government’s unwavering commitment towards extending comprehensive support to the cluster universities.
Atal Dulloo had detailed review of several issues concerning working of the Universities which inter alia included creation of posts, formulation of rules for the deputation of staff from Higher Education Department, and other administrative concerns.
Both Vice Chancellors elaborated on the challenges they face, encompassing the creation of teaching and non-teaching positions, resource allocation, and introduction of new academic programs.
During the deliberations, VC CUS emphasized the imperative need for the universities to adhere to the guidelines set forth by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and elevate the higher education landscape in Jammu and Kashmir.
Srinagar, April 27: The Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar has successfully recovered and returned 30 missing smartphones worth lakhs of rupees to their rightful owners. To enhance public service and address grievances, the Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar is now accepting applications and reports from the general public regarding missing cell phones.
The dedicated technical team of the Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar has been relentless in their efforts, successfully tracing 30 missing smartphones of various makes and models worth lakhs of rupees. These devices were promptly returned to their rightful owners today at the Cyber Police Station Kashmir Zone, Srinagar.
In addition to tracing missing mobile phones, the Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar, continues to assist citizens with various technological challenges encountered in their daily lives, including addressing online frauds, scams and other cyber-related crimes reported in the Cyber Police Station Kashmir Zone, Srinagar on a routine basis.
Under the guidance of the Inspector General of Police Kashmir Zone, the Cyber Police Kashmir has initiated various awareness campaigns and programs to educate the public about contemporary online frauds and scams. The Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar strongly advises the general public against sharing bank details, account information, personal details, OTPs, or any sensitive information with anyone.
The efforts of the Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar have been widely appreciated by the general public, who acknowledge and applaud their role in providing valuable services to the community.
Jammu: Former Deputy Secretary J&K Legislative Council Shri Maharaj Krishan Koul son of Late Shri Sri Kant Koul of Khan Kahi Sokhta Nawa Kadal in Shaher-i-Khaas at present H.No.303 Nikki Mohalla Sidhra Bypass Jammu passed away on 18th April, 2024 at Government Medical College Bakshi Nagar Jammu.
The deceased was happened to be a father of Shri Pankaj Koul, Delhi Bureau Chief Valley Observer.
He is survived by his children Punam Koul Razdan (daughter) and Pankaj Koul (Son).
The Valley Observer family has expressed grief over the demise and expressed sympathy with the bereaved family in general and Shri Pankaj Koul in particular.
The residents of Khan Kahi Sokhta Nawa Kadal native place of the Shri Maharaj Krishan Koul also expressed grief over the demise and expressed sympathy with the bereaved family.
As per family sources Shri Maharaj Krishan Koul’s 10th day Kriya will be held on 27th April 2024 at Muthi Ghat Jammu.
Ganderbal, April 06: Police in Ganderbal have busted a notorious gang of burglars and recovered stolen property worth lacs. Besides, arrested 03 accused persons involved in the commission of crime.
On 22/03/2024, Police Station Gund received a written complaint from a person namely Tajamul Hussain, owner of Hung Park Restaurant, stating therein that during intervening night of 21-22/03/2024, some unknown persons have broken locks and barged into his restaurant, and have stolen valuable items like Generator, Two Inverter Units, Transformer, Coffee Machine, Griller/Toaster, Gas Stove, Gas Cylinders, Utensils, Electric Cables and damaged CCTV Cameras and other items.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No.11/2024, under relevant sections of law was registered at PS Gund and investigation was entrusted to a Special Police team under the supervision of SDPO Kangan Shri Muzaffar Jan-JKPS.
After strenuous efforts and by taking the technical support, the Special Police team of PS Gund led by SHO PS Gund zeroed in on few suspects and started to hunt them. In the process, suspect namely Irshad Ahmad Kalwatho son of Ab Rashid Kalwatho resident of Naninara, Sumbal was apprehended and during sustained questioning, he admitted to have committed the crime and also disclosed the identity of the other accomplice accused persons namely Feroze Ahmad Kalwatho son of Farooq Ahmad Kalwatho and Mohd Saleem Kalu @Jana son of Abdul Khaliq Kalu, both residents of Naninara, Sumbal, who were subsequently arrested.
On their disclosure, the stolen property worth lacs were recovered from different spots at Naninara, Sumbal.
During further questioning, additional stolen property was recovered which unveiled the non-reported theft cases in the JD by this notorious gang. Moreover, a Tata Mobile bearing registration number JK01M-6083 used in the commission of crime has also been seized.
Further investigation is going on. More arrests and recovery of stolen property is expected.
General Public has hailed the swift action of J&K Police in nabbing the burglars & hoped that culprits involved in such crimes will be dealt strictly under law.
Budgam, April 04: Police in Budgam have solved theft case by arresting an accused person and recovered stolen property from his possession.
Police Post Soibugh received a complaint from one lady who is a resident of Soibugh stating there in that some unknown persons have barged into her house and stole cash and golden ornaments. Upon this information, a case vide FIR No. 103/2024 under relevant section of law was registered at Police Station Budgam and investigation was set into motion.
During the course of investigation, several suspects were brought for questioning. During questioning, one suspect identified as Furqan Ahmad Malik son of Manzoor Ahmed Malik resident of Soibugh admitted his involvement in the commission of crime. On his disclosure, stolen cash of Rs 6,500/- were recovered from his possession. He has been arrested in the instant case and further investigation is going on.
Our consistent actions against anti-social elements should reassure the community members that we are making every effort to keep our society free of crime. Police has resolved to act as per law against those who indulge in criminal activities.
Police registers FIR against a ‘rumour monger’ in Pulwama
Pulwama, March 27: Police station Rajpora has registered FIR against a rumour monger namely Sameer Ahmed Paray son of Ab Rasheed Parray resident of Kanikoot CB Nath. The said person has recently uploaded a false post on his fake Face book ID “Babar Azam” in which he has uploaded a photo depicting Arms and ammunition and has claimed that a new one from Pulwama has joined militancy. The said person has been found circulating incriminating content on social media there by disrupting public peace and tranquillity.
In this regard a Case FIR No 23/2024 u/s 505(b)/IPC has been registered in Police Station Rajpora and investigation set into motion.
General public is requested to abstain from posting any false content on social media. Strict action will be taken against any person found involved in posting malicious content on internet.
