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‘Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan’: 63 drug smugglers arrested in five days long crackdown: Lt Guv

‘Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan’:    63 drug smugglers arrested in five days long crackdown: Lt Guv

Leads ‘Padyatra’ in Rajouri   Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday continued his campaign for a drug-free Jammu and Kashmir by leading a padyatra in Rajouri. Highlighting a recent action, Sinha said that more than 45 FIRs were registered and 63 smugglers were arrested during the first five days of the 100-day ‘Nasha Mukt […]

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Govt launches QR code-based identification system for tourism stakeholders in Pahalgam

Govt launches QR code-based identification system for tourism stakeholders in Pahalgam

Pahalgam: The authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have introduced a unique QR code-based identification system for all tourism service providers for the safety of tourists in Pahalgam, which was rocked by a deadly attack last year orchestrated by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists. The system enables easy identification and verification of genuine and registered service providers, including pony-ride […]

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14 India-bound ships trying to cross Strait of Hormuz stopped by Iran

14 India-bound ships trying to cross Strait of Hormuz stopped by Iran

1 hit by bullets, 1 crosses say sources India summons Iran envoy over incident of firing at ships in Strait of Hormuz   New Delhi: A convoy of 14 India-bound ships carrying crude oil and gas were stopped by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) by firing at two of them while they were transiting […]

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Two-week counter-terrorism training course for police personnel held in Jammu

Jammu: A fortnight-long counter-terrorism refresher course for police personnel concluded in Jammu on Saturday, with more than 100 cops participating in the training programme, which was conducted under the aegis of the Army’s Tiger Division, a defence spokesman said. The course, held from April 7 to 18, was jointly conceptualised by senior leadership of the […]

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Soldier injured in landmine blast near LoC in Poonch

Mendhar/Jammu: An army soldier was injured in a landmine explosion, while a rusted shell was safely defused in a forward village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district on Saturday, officials said. The explosion occurred during an area domination patrol by an army column in the Balakot area, leaving an Agniveer injured, they […]

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Govt takes over management of 58 valley schools linked with JeI

Govt takes over management of 58 valley schools linked with JeI

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday took over the management of 58 schools associated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) in the valley, officials said. The schools were directly or indirectly affiliated with the JeI’s Falah-e-Aam Trust (FAT), they said. “The government took over the management of 58 FAT schools in different parts of the […]

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El Nino threat to agri sector manageable due to better irrigation and reserves

New Delhi: The government on Saturday said it expects any damage to agriculture from a potential El Nino weather pattern this year to be limited, citing improved irrigation infrastructure, higher reservoir levels and better-prepared farmers than during previous such episodes. The assurance came as Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a preparatory meeting for the […]

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Is lighter sleep a normal part of ageing – or is it something serious?

Elena Urrestarazu Bolumburu As you get older, it’s normal to notice changes in your sleep. These can include fewer hours of shuteye, waking up more during the night, and finding it harder to drop off. However, despite the general view that older people tend to need less sleep, scientific evidence suggests that this change isn’t […]

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Digital Collaboration and Communication

Dr. Reyaz Ahmad                                                             In the rapidly evolving digital age, collaboration and communication have undergone a dramatic transformation. The widespread adoption of digital technologies has revolutionized the way individuals, businesses, educational institutions, and governments interact. From video conferencing to cloud-based project management tools, digital collaboration and communication have bridged geographical divides and created a global […]

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World Heritage Day and the Rich Heritage of Kashmir

Shoiab Mohmmad Bhat On 18th April each year, World Heritage Day is celebrated worldwide to create awareness about the preservation of cultural and natural heritage. Heritage includes buildings and monuments, along with traditions, beliefs, landscapes, and the historical legacy of a region. Worldwide, 1223 heritage sites have been recognized by UNESCO. In India, there are […]