Met Predicts fresh weather Advisory in J&K  from 1st-5th January

Srinagar, Jan 1: Severe cold conditions continued to grip Jammu and Kashmir with summer capital of the Valley recording a low of minus 5.2°C on the first day of the new year on Monday.

A meteorological department official here told GNS that the minimum temperature in Srinagar recorded a low of minus 5.2°C against minus 3.4°C on the previous night and it was 3.1°C below normal for the summer capital of J&K for this time of the year.

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Qazigund recorded a minimum of minus 3.6°C against minus 2.6°C on the previous night, he said. The minimum temperature was 0.7°C below normal for the gateway town of Kashmir, the MeT official said.

Pahalgam recorded a low of minus 5.7°C against minus 3.4°C on the previous night and it was 0.9°C above normal for the famous resort in south Kashmir.

Kokernag, also in south Kashmir, recorded a minimum of minus 1.7°C against minus 1.4°C on the previous night and the temperature was above normal by 1.8°C for the place, the official said.

Kupwara town in north Kashmir recorded a low of minus 4.5°C against minus 3.8°C on the previous night and it was 2.0°C below normal there, the official said.

Gulmarg, the official said, recorded a low of minus 3.4°C against minus 3.5°C on the previous night and the temperature was 3.5°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir.

Jammu, he said, recorded a minimum of 7.3°C against 8.3°C on previous night, and it was above normal by 0.0°C for the winter capital of J&K.

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Banihal recorded a low of minus 0.8°C, Batote 3.1°C and Bhaderwah 0.6°C, he said.

Kashmir valley is under ‘Chillai-Kalan’, the 40-day harsh period of winter, which will end on January 30. However it does not mean an end to the winter. It is followed by a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’ that occurs between January 30 and February 19 and a 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which is from February 20 to March 1.

Weatherman has predicted mainly dry weather till January 3. From January 4-5, he said, generally cloudy and dry weather is expected. “Overall no significant weather activity is expected till January 5.” (GNS)

Transfers and Postings of JKAS Officers in Jammu & Kashmir Government

Srinagar, 31 Dec(KB): The Jammu and Kashmir government today ordered wideranging transfers and postings of various administrative officers across the state.

As per Government Order No.1695-JK(GAD) issued by the General Administration Department, several IAS and JKAS officers have been transferred to new positions in an administrative reshuffle.

Mr. Owais Mushtaq, JKAS, who was serving as Assistant Commissioner Panchayat in Pulwama district, has now been transferred and appointed as Project Officer, Wage Employment (ACD) in Kupwara district against an available vacancy.

Mr. Mohammad Ashraf, JKAS, who held the position of General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC) Kishtwar, will now take over as the new Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Marwah against an existing vacancy. He will also hold additional charge as Sub-Registrar, Marwah and will continue to hold the post of GM, DIC Kishtwar.

Mr. Nagesh Singh, JKAS, who was awaiting posting, has now been appointed as the new Deputy District Election Officer in Kathua district. He will replace Mr. Hamidullah Mir, JKAS, who was the previous Deputy DEO Kathua and has now been transferred as the new Deputy DEO Kupwara.

In Udhampur district, Mr. Salam Din, JKAS, the current District Mineral Officer, will now also hold additional charge as Collector, Land Acquisition (Defence) in addition to his other duties.

The government order stated that the transfers were made in the interests of effective administrative functioning and providing governance at the grassroots level (Kashmir Bulletin)

JKBOSE Class 10th, 11th & 12th: Online Application for Answer Script Copies and Re-evaluation

Srinagar Dec 31 (KSA); The Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has recently issued a notification outlining the process for eligible candidates to obtain photo-stat copies of their answer scripts and apply for re-evaluation for Secondary School Examination (Class 10th), Higher Secondary Part-1 (Class 11th), and Higher Secondary Part-II (Class 12th) for the Annual(Bi-annual) 2023 Session.

Online Application Process:

Starting from January 2, 2024, candidates can submit their applications through the JKBOSE official website (www.jkbose.nic.in). The last date for applying for a photo copy of answer scripts is January 11, 2024, with the last schedule for collecting copies scheduled for January 13, 2024. For re-evaluation, the deadline is January 16, 2024.

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Applicants are required to deposit the prescribed fees through online modes such as Credit/Debit Cards, Net Banking, etc. The fee for re-evaluation is Rs.495 per answer script, while obtaining a photo-stat copy costs Rs.255 per answer script.

Eligibility for Re-evaluation:

As per standing regulations, only candidates securing 20% or more marks in the concerned subject are eligible to apply for re-evaluation.

Collection of Copies:

Candidates need to strictly adhere to the schedule for collecting their photo-stat copies from the specified Secrecy Sections of JKBOSE Head Office at BOSE Campus Bemina, Srinagar, and Rehari Colony, Jammu. Proof of fee deposition must be presented during collection.

Important Instructions:

– Students are advised to regularly check the JKBOSE website for updates regarding the schedule for obtaining photo-stat copies after applying.

– Notice for collection of copies will be uploaded on the BOSE website in phases, and students must follow the schedule.

– In case a roll number is missing in the last uploaded schedule, candidates must report it the following day along with the receipt proof via email.

Ineligibility Criteria:

Candidates with disqualifications and canceled exams/papers are not eligible to apply for photo-stat copies or re-evaluation forms for the respective subjects.

This initiative by JKBOSE reflects a commitment to transparency and efficiency in examination processes. The shift to online applications streamlines the process, ensuring that eligible candidates have easy access to essential services related to their answer scripts. It also emphasizes the importance of adhering to schedules, maintaining fairness and integrity in the evaluation and re-evaluation procedures–(Kashmir Student Alerts)