December 4, 2024 | Kashmir POST

Ladakh Secures 95% Job Quota for Residents: Centre’s New Promise

December 4, 2024 Editor

Centre promises to reserve 95% jobs for locals in Ladakh In a major breakthrough following years of protests and strikes, the Union Government has agreed to give 95% reservation for Ladakh locals in all jobs. The government has also assured stakeholders of a discussion on Sixth Schedule and statehood for the Union Territory next month. During a meeting with the delegates of Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), comprising of social, political and religious leaders, the Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai assured that all…

Srinagar Ex-Mayor to Challenge J&K Reservation Policy in High Court

December 4, 2024 Editor

Amid a growing chorus against its, the newly-elected Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government had in November formed a cabinet sub-committee to look into the issue Former Srinagar mayor Junaid Azim Mattu said on Tuesday said he will file a separate petition in the high court (HC) against Jammu and Kashmir’s reservation policy, which has drastically reduced the open merit posts and seats in jobs and admissions, supporting an earlier plea against the policy. Mattu said the petition on the reservation policy filed in the court needs serious impetus and support…

Winter Vacation in Kashmir: DSEK Submits Proposal Due to Severe Weather

December 4, 2024 Editor

DSEK Proposes Phased Winter Vacation for Kashmir Schools Srinagar, December 3, 2024 – The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has submitted a proposal to the government, suggesting a phased winter vacation for schools in Kashmir starting from December 9, 2024. This decision comes in response to the severe weather conditions, including a cold wave and dense fog, which have made it difficult for students to travel to and from school safely. Phased Vacation Schedule According to the proposal, the winter vacation for classes up to 2nd primary will begin…