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PM Modi to visit JK on April 24: BJP

Jammu: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Jammu and Kashmir on April 24 on his first visit to the union territory after the abrogation of Article 370, BJP general secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul said on Tuesday. Koul said this while addressing a function of Kashmiri Pandits. “The Prime Minister will address a conference of local […]

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Won’t tolerate attacks on civilians, security forces: DGP

Srinagar: Director General of Police Dilbagh Singh on Tuesday said the attacks on civilians and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir will not be tolerated and action will be taken against the perpetrators. He said the attacks are orchestrated from a neighbouring country where some people cannot digest peace and tranquility in the Valley. “These […]

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Attack on Kashmiri Pandit: Muslim neighbours rally behind survivor’s family

Shopian: After a Kashmiri Pandit shopkeeper was shot at by militants in Shopian in south Kashmir on Monday, his family received immense support from his Muslim neighbours who not only rushed him to a hospital but camped at his house as well to ward off any further trouble. Bal Krishan Bhat, whose family runs a […]

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Lt Guv addresses first Zonal Convention on Natural Farming : Emphasizes on Natural, Organic farming

JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Tuesday addressed the first Zonal Convention on Natural Farming at SKUAST-Jammu. The two-day convention on the theme “Natural Farming: A National Priority for Human Health and Ecological Restoration” will focus on the major thrust areas of environmental safety, public health and agricultural sustainability towards ensuring growth and prosperity of the […]

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JK’s economy grows 7.5 pc in FY22: Officials

Jammu: The economy of Jammu and Kashmir registered 7.5 per cent growth in last fiscal year on various initiatives undertaken by the finance department, an official said. The department took various initiatives for completion of more projects than in previous years, enhancement of revenue collection, besides ensuring financial discipline for improving public spending and efficient […]

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Kashmir traders’ delegation meets PM : Submits 14-page memorandum, seeks support for revival of economy

New Delhi: A trader’s delegation led by Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industries (KCCI) president Sheikh Ashiq on Tuesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi here and submitted a 14-page memorandum, seeking support for revival of the economy of the Valley. The delegation included Hotelier Club president Mushtaq Chaya, JKHARA president Showkat Choudry and PHD […]

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Alarm: India generates 3.5 million tonnes plastic waste annually: Govt

New Delhi: India is generating 3.5 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Tuesday as he launched several green initiatives for plastic waste management. Speaking at the launch of mascot ‘Prakriti’ to spread awareness among masses about small changes that can be sustainably adopted in lifestyle for a better […]

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Over 600 govt social media accounts hacked since 2017: Govt

New Delhi: Over 600 social media accounts of the central government were hacked in the last five years, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur told the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Responding to a query on the hacking of government’s Twitter handles and e-mail accounts, the minister said since 2017, 641 such accounts have been hacked. […]

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Former PDP leader joins BJP : Accuses Mehbooba Mufti of pursuing Pakistani agenda

Jammu: Former PDP leader Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday joined the BJP along with his supporters and accused Mehbooba Mufti of ruining the party and pursuing the Pakistani agenda. Choudhary and his supporters were welcomed into the BJP by the party’s National General Secretary and in charge of Jammu and Kashmir Tarun Chugh. Jammu and Kashmir […]

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Petrol, diesel prices hiked by 80 paise

New Delhi: Petrol and diesel prices were on Tuesday hiked by 80 paise a litre each, taking the total increase in rates in the last two weeks to Rs 9.20 per litre. Petrol in Delhi will now cost Rs 104.61 per litre as against Rs 103.81 previously, while diesel rates have gone up from Rs […]