Firdoous too has his own share of ups and downs as he mentioned that he faced a lot of societal and peer pressure, and called the phase after the accident 'the toughest of his life'.
The Winter Games will take place until February 14 in Gulmarg and over 1500 athletes across 29 States and Union Territories are participating. The total number of sports disciplines are 11.
According to an official, The project, titled 'J&K Soil and Land Resource Information (JKSLRI)' system, has been designed to help in decision-making for sustainable use of soil and land resources in the region, which is being considered ecologically fragile.
District Magistrate, Salal, Babila Rakwal on Friday said it is a moment of happiness for the entire Country. "Lithium is imported. It is used in electric cars, laptops and Mobiles, "Rakwal added.
Locals at the Salal-Haimana area of Reasi district on Friday exuded optimism after Lithium deposits were found for the first time in the country, in Jammu and Kashmir.
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur on Friday inaugurated the third Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg. The third edition of the Khelo India Winter Games will be held from February 10 to February 14.
The Indian Army and Max Life Insurance set up a Vajra Skill Development & Employment Centre (Cutting & Tailoring) to provide the local women of the Dardpora village of the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, with the requisite skills for their advancement.