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Budget 2026-27: CM reaffirms commitment to fulfil promises

Says regularization of Daily Wagers to be initiated this year JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday reaffirmed his Government’s firm commitment to fulfilling all promises made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, stating that the Budget 2026–27 lays a strong foundation for sustained economic growth, social welfare and inclusive development across Jammu and […]

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Govt tightens social media rules on AI content

Mandates 3-hr takedown timeline New Delhi: The government on Tuesday tightened rules for social media platforms such as YouTube and X, mandating the takedown of unlawful content within three hours, and requiring clear labelling of all AI-generated and synthetic content. The new rules – which came in response to the growing misuse of Artificial […]

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Unemployment falls slightly to 6.7 pc in Oct-Dec quarter: Govt survey

New Delhi: The rate of unemployment among persons aged 15 years and above in cities declined marginally to 6.7 per cent in October-December 2025 from 6.9 per cent in the pervious quarter, showed a government survey released on Tuesday. In rural areas, the unemployment rate (UR) or joblessness among those aged 15 years and above […]

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Northen Railway extends Vistadome coach service up to Katra

Train will offer panoramic view of Valley Jammu: The Northern Railway on Tuesday announced the extension of the train service with the panoramic Vistadome coach to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from Srinagar, aimed at enhancing travel experience for the tourists and local commuters along the scenic Katra-Baramulla route. Launched in October 2023, the […]

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CM Omar Abdullah rules out apology to BJP legislators

Defends his remarks in Assembly Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday ruled out apologising to BJP members for his certain remarks in the Assembly, saying while he was willing to withdraw his words, he was not allowed to speak in the House amid repeated disruptions. There was no question of an apology now […]

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Indian Army’s preparedness ensured Galwan clash did not escalate into war: Brig Shekhawat

Thiruvananthapuram: The Indian Army’s strong preparedness ensured that the Galwan clash of 2020 did not escalate into a full-scale war with China, according to Brigadier Saurabh Singh Shekhawat, the then commander of the sector. He made the remarks at a lecture held at the Lok Bhavan here on Monday, a statement issued by the Governor’s […]

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JK Sports Minister Sharma urges India to sever cricketing ties with Pak

Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Minister Satish Sharma on Tuesday called for an end to cricket ties with Pakistan, linking sporting engagement to ongoing diplomatic and military tensions between the two countries. Speaking to reporters outside the Assembly, Sharma questioned the rationale for playing against a country he accused of backing violence against India. “Why are […]

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India-Pak T20 World Cup clash: ‘They got scared and withdrew threat’: CM

Sikh outfit welcomes confirmation of India-Pakistan match Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday mocked Pakistan for playing India in the ongoing T20 World Cup and said “those who issue threats must be prepared to stand by them”. The high-profile India-Pakistan match on February 15 in Colombo will go ahead as scheduled after Pakistan’s government, […]

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CM says LG, not cabinet, approved Vaishno Devi ropeway project

Dy CM seeks BJP MLA’s resignation Jammu: Amid a row over the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday informed the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly that the approval for the project was granted by the Lt Governor and not by his cabinet. As the House assembled, National Conference MLA Nazir Ahmad […]

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73 licences disqualified, 56 vehicles blacklisted under NDPS cases

Srinagar: Authorities in the Srinagar district of Jammu and Kashmir have disqualified driving licences of 73 persons and blacklisted 56 vehicles allegedly involved in narcotic cases. “Acting firmly against offenders, the driving licences of 73 accused involved in narcotics cases have been disqualified. In addition, 56 vehicles have been blacklisted by the Regional Transport Office, […]