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I-D celebrations: Solid security plan in place in view of recent terror activities, says IGP Kashmir

I-D celebrations: Solid security plan in place in view of recent terror activities, says IGP Kashmir

Srinagar, Aug 13: Stating that the police were fully aware of the emerging security challenges in Kashmir, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir V K Bhirdi Tuesday said that a compact security plan has been framed for the smooth conduct of August 15 functions across Kashmir keeping in view the recent terror activities. Talking to […]

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Pakistani intruder shot dead by BSF along Punjab border

Pakistani intruder shot dead by BSF along Punjab border

Jalandhar (Punjab), Aug 13 (PTI) A suspected Pakistani intruder trying to infiltrate into India from the Punjab border was shot dead by the BSF amid an ongoing “high alert” ahead of Independence Day. A Border Security Force (BSF) spokesperson said the man was spotted “surreptitiously” crossing the international boundary in the Dal village of Tarn […]

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GST Council to meet on Sept 9, to start discussion on rate rationalisation

GST Council to meet on Sept 9, to start discussion on rate rationalisation

New Delhi, Aug 13 (PTI) The GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, will meet on September 9. “The 54th Meeting of GST Council will be held on 9th September, 2024 at New Delhi,” the Council said in a post on X. The GST Council, comprising finance ministers of Centre and states, is […]

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Without reforms, UNSC ‘ill-equipped’ to address global challenges: G4 nations

Without reforms, UNSC ‘ill-equipped’ to address global challenges: G4 nations

United Nations, Aug 13 (PTI) A reform of the UN Security Council that does not address the lack of representation, particularly in the permanent category, would only “exacerbate” the current imbalances in its composition and render it “ill-equipped” to address current global challenges, India has said on behalf of the G4 countries. “Recent global geopolitical […]

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Net direct tax collection grows 22 pc to Rs 6.93 lakh cr

Net direct tax collection grows 22 pc to Rs 6.93 lakh cr

NEW DELHI, Aug 12 (PTI): Net direct tax collection grew 22.48 per cent to about Rs 6.93 lakh crore as of August 11 this fiscal, government data showed on Monday. The mop-up includes personal income tax collection of Rs 4.47 lakh crore and corporate tax collection of Rs 2.22 lakh crore. Securities Transaction Tax (STT) […]

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Cop dies in accidental rifle fire in Poonch

Cop dies in accidental rifle fire in Poonch

JAMMU, Aug 12 (PTI): A police personnel died when his service rifle unexpectedly went off in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Monday, said officials. Mohd Asif, a resident of Surankote, was posted as a personal security officer to District Development Council member Sohail Malik, the officials said. Asif died of an accidental discharge from […]

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Five terrorist associates held in connection with recent attacks in Kathua

Five terrorist associates held in connection with recent attacks in Kathua

JAMMU, Aug 12: In a major breakthrough by Kathua police, Five terrorist associates have been arrested by Kathua police. They were involved in the killing of 4 soldiers and other terror attacks at Kathua-Bani-Kisthwar belt.

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Protest in Jammu over doctor’s rape, murder in Kolkata; regular work in hospitals affected

Protest in Jammu over doctor’s rape, murder in Kolkata; regular work in hospitals affected

JAMMU, Aug 12 (PTI): Hundreds of resident doctors on Monday suspended their regular work and staged a peaceful rally here to lodge their protest against the recent rape and murder of a woman postgraduate trainee doctor in Kolkata. The protest coincided with the nationwide strike called by Federation of Resident Doctors’ Association (FORDA) against the […]

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J-K GSDP expected to grow at 7.5 pc during 2024-25 fiscal, says L-G Sinha

J-K GSDP expected to grow at 7.5 pc during 2024-25 fiscal, says L-G Sinha

Srinagar, Aug 12 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir’s GSDP is expected to grow at 7.5 per cent during the current fiscal, Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday. “The GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) for 2024-25 has been projected at Rs 2,63,399 crore (Rs 2.63 lakh crore), showing a growth of 7.5 per cent over the […]

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IGP Kashmir for immediate uniform compliance

IGP Kashmir for immediate uniform compliance

SRINAGAR, Aug 12 : The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has issued a critical directive aimed at addressing the issue of uniform non-compliance among police personnel. The order responds to increasing concerns over deviations from the department’s uniform policy, including the wearing of T-shirts, beret caps, and non-standard shoes. Effective immediately, the directive mandates that […]