Kashmir Despatch

A single bench of Justice Sanjay Dhar made the observation while hearing a petition filed by Aabid Hussain Peer, a Paravet engaged under the Animal Husbandry Department, whose engagement was cancelled following an adverse CID report regarding his character and antecedents. Advocate Umiya Zehra, appearing for the petitioner on behalf of Advocate Mir Majid Bashir, submitted that the challenge was confined to the non-payment of wages for the period the petitioner had actually worked.

*Calls for Timely Completion of Sanitation Infrastructure, Robust Waste Management Measures* Pahalgam, June 06: Director General, Rural Sanitation, Jammu & Kashmir, Ms. Anoo Malhotra, today conducted a comprehensive review of sanitation preparedness on the Pahalgam axis in view of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2026.

JAMMU, June 6: In a major disciplinary action, four police personnel, including a Station House Officer (SHO), have been suspended for their alleged involvement in attempting to broker a compromise in a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Official sources said the action followed serious allegations that the officials tried to influence the course of the investigation by facilitating an out-of-court settlement in the sensitive case.

As per Order No. 510 of 2026, a copy of which is in the possession of news agency Kashmir Dot Com, Firdous Ahad, an Assistant Executive Engineer who is already holding the additional charge of In-Charge Executive Engineer, Mechanical City Drainage Division, has now been assigned the additional charge of Chief Sanitation Officer (CSO), SMC.

Vinod Bhat New Delhi: In a meeting at the State Secretariat Nabanna today, Union Minister for Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the induction of 60 new-generation Metro rakes to modernise the Kolkata Metro network over the next four-five years. He highlighted the rapid expansion of Kolkata Metro, noting that 45 km of lines have been added in 11 years, compared to only 27 km over the previous 40 years.

Vinod Bhat New Delhi: In a significant step towards enhancing consumer transparency and promoting fair trade practices, the Department of Consumer Affairs has amended the Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) dated 29.12.2023 for determination of net quantity and standard pack sizes of edible oils and fats under the Legal Metrology framework. The decision follows extensive consultations with major edible oil industry associations representing nearly 90 per cent of the country’s edible oil sector.

Justice Arun Palli Urges Judicial Officers to Uphold Integrity, Fairness and Public Trust Srinagar, June 6: The Jammu and Kashmir Judicial Academy on Saturday inaugurated the Pre-Appointment Induction Training Programme for 39 newly selected Civil Judges (Junior Division) at its Srinagar campus, marking the beginning of a comprehensive orientation aimed at preparing the young judicial officers for their responsibilities in the justice delivery system.

The request, according to Kashmir Dot Com, was forwarded by the Office of the Executive Engineer, PWD (R&B) Division Tangmarg, to the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Tangmarg via an official letter dated June 6, 2026. The matter came to light during the official scrutiny of bids submitted for Tender No. 04, dated April 20, 2026, which concerns the “Construction of concrete bedding and tin fencing around SWM at Hardbani Kunzer”.

Srinagar, Jun 6: The Jammu and Kashmir Higher Education Department on Saturday extended the last date for online fee submission against the Round-1 College/Major Allotment List for undergraduate and integrated PG programmes till June 8, 2026, an official notice said. The decision was taken following several representations from aspirants seeking more time for fee payment, it added.

Bandipora, June 6: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajya Sabha MP Ghulam Ali Khatana on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Omar Abdullah-led government, alleging that it has failed to address public grievances and remains occupied with “photo opportunities and marathons” instead of fulfilling promises made to the people.