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Pak-linked drug racket busted in Jammu

Six held with 5 kg heroin worth Rs 30 crore Jammu: Police on Thursday claimed to have busted a cross-border narcotics racket by arresting six people and recovering nearly five kilograms of heroin along with three pistols here, officials said. The value of the seized drug is more than Rs 30 crore in international market, […]

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No GST on leasing out residential premises as hostel for students: SC

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday held that leasing out of residential premises to an entity which is using it as hostel for students and working professionals is exempted from GST. A bench of justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan upheld the verdict of the Karnataka High Court which said that leasing out of […]

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Reservation Row: Issue rationalised in ‘best possible’ way: CM Omar

Reservation Row: Issue rationalised in ‘best possible’ way: CM Omar

Says govt fulfilled a poll promise Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said his government has rationalised the reservation policy in the “best possible manner” to ensure justice to all sections and fulfil a key poll promise. However, he refused to divulge details, saying the proposal has been forwarded to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha […]

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JK govt passing the buck, says opposition

Srinagar: The opposition parties in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday accused the government of “engaging in theatrics” and “passing the buck” on the issue of rationalisation of reservation. The criticism came in the wake of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s statement earlier on Wednesday that his government has rationalised the reservation policy in […]

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I salute the resilience, determination and potential of PwD’s: Lt Guv

I salute the resilience, determination and potential of PwD’s: Lt Guv

Says inclusion of Divyangjans is the foundation of equitable development JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday said that he salutes the resilience, determination and potential of persons with disabilities (PwD’s). “We are committed to building a system that aligns with their dreams and aspirations, eliminating all challenges and barriers,” the Lt Guv said […]

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Kashmir freezes as sub-zero temperatures drop further

Kashmir freezes as sub-zero temperatures drop further

Srinagar: The cold conditions intensified across Kashmir as the minimum temperature dropped further below the freezing point, and a thick layer of fog engulfed most parts of the valley, officials said on Wednesday. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 4.4 degrees Celsius on Tuesday night, down from minus 2.5 degrees Celsius the previous night, they […]

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CM Omar Abdullah reviews Mission YUVA

Calls for stronger synergy to boost youth entrepreneurship JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of Mission YUVA, a flagship initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and employment opportunities for the youth across Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking at the meeting, the Chief Minister said that the real strength […]

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VDGs could join JK Police for exemplary anti-terror work: DGP Prabhat

VDGs could join JK Police for exemplary anti-terror work: DGP Prabhat

Jammu: Praising the contribution of Village Defence Guards (VDGs), Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday said the force would not hesitate to induct them in regular force for exceptional contribution in counter-terrorism operations. He urged VDGs to remain vigilant and actively cooperate with police and security forces in strengthening the […]

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Traffic management plan made for construction-hit Jammu-Srinagar highway

Jammu: A traffic management plan was finalised on Wednesday to ensure two-way movement on the strategic Jammu-Srinagar National Highway amid construction work of a new flyover in Ramban district, an official said. The plan was approved by Jammu Traffic Range Deputy Inspector General Mohd Haseeb Mughal during his visit to the construction site between Nachalana […]

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EC should brief parties on SIR to clear concerns: Omar Abdullah

Jammu: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday urged the Election Commission to brief all political parties on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to address lingering concerns and ensure full transparency in the electoral process. He said elections must always be fair and transparent, leaving no room for any complaint or suspicion, which […]