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Clear picture only after completion of G2 survey: Union Minister Reddy

Lithium Reserves in JK Jammu: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Monday said the initial findings do not indicate significant lithium deposits in Jammu and Kashmir and a clearer assessment will be available only after Geological Survey of India completes its ongoing G2-level exploration in January next year. Coal and mines minister Reddy said the […]

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We followed Lord Krishna’s message during Op Sindoor: Rajnath Singh in Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that during Operation Sindoor, India’s action was guided by the message which Lord Krishna gave to the Pandavas that war should not be fought for revenge or ambition but for the establishment of righteous rule. “Lord Krishna also taught Arjun that a person who follows the path […]

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Srinagar records season’s coldest night at -3.2 deg C

Srinagar: Kashmir is in the grip of an intense cold wave as the minimum temperature across the Valley dipped several degrees below the freezing point, with Srinagar experiencing the coldest night of this winter, officials said on Monday. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 3.2 degrees Celsius, the coldest night of this winter season so […]

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J&K govt, National Stock Exchange sign pact to create awareness

CM calls it ‘significant step toward strengthening financial ecosystem for Industries Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government and the National Stock Exchange on Monday signed an agreement to create awareness among local businesses about the benefits of formal listing, an official spokesperson said. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between the Department of Industries […]

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Mobile users to be held liable for misuse of SIMs issued in their name: DoT

New Delhi: Mobile subscribers may be held liable if a SIM card procured in their name is found to have been misused for cyber fraud or other illegal activities, an official statement said on Monday. The Department of Telecom (DoT) in the statement advised citizens to be cautious and avoid using mobile devices with tampered […]

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SC issues notice on plea concerning cash donations by pol parties

SC issues notice on plea concerning cash donations by pol parties

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea which challenged the validity of a provision of the Income Tax Act that allows political parties to receive “anonymous” cash donations below Rs 2,000. The plea said this lack of transparency undermines the purity of the election process […]

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Dharmendra, the ‘He-man’ of Hindi cinema dies at 89

Mumbai: Dharmendra, one of India’s most enduring stars who sparkled bright right through a remarkable 65-year career spanning 300 films ranging from “Satyakam” to “Sholay” died here on Monday days ahead of his 90th birthday. The much loved actor, who lived most of his life in the blazing arclights of publicity, was cremated at the […]

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Mushrooming of coaching centres

Parliamentary panel to examine trend, existing legislations New Delhi: Amid rising student suicides due to stress, a parliamentary committee has decided to review the “proliferation” of coaching centres to support students in competitive examinations and the social issues arising from it. The standing committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports will also examine impact […]

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Police conducts surprise checks of hospital lockers in Srinagar, Pulwama

Srinagar: Police on Monday carried out surprise inspection of hospital lockers in Pulwama and Srinagar districts of Jammu and Kashmir as part of heightened vigilance in the wake of the November 10 Delhi blast and the recovery of arms and ammunition linked to the “white collar” terror module. “In line with ongoing efforts to ensure […]

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Kishan Reddy, Omar Abdullah pay tribute to Dharmendra

Jammu: Union Minister of Mines G Kishan Reddy and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah paid tribute to veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra who passed away on Monday. Abdullah described Dharmendra as a “friend of Jammu and Kashmir” who kept his date with the picturesque region through film shoots and holiday trips till 1987-88. Both […]