Business & Economy
Over 150 products may see rate cut in GST Council meet
The GST Council is expected to make a final decision during its two-day meeting this week regarding the Centre’s proposal to reduce GST rates on over 150 items.
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Kashmir
All India Radio Srinagar silent for three days due to technical glitches
In an unprecedented development, All India Radio Srinagar has been off the airwaves for the last three days.
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Kashmir
Police arrests DySP Sheikh Aadil in Srinagar
Jammu & Kashmir Police on Thursday arrested a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) on charges of corruption, extortion and fraud here.
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Science & Technology
Smartphone users in India suffering from Nomophobia: Study
Three out of four people in India have Nomophobia, the fear of being detached from their smartphone, a report by OPPO and Counterpoint Research said on Friday.
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Breaking News
J-K Police busts prostitution racket in Srinagar
J&K Police busted a prostitution racket in a rented accommodation in Srinagar and arrested two persons who, the police said, were running the sex racket.
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India
India, Pakistan engage in ‘back channel’ talks to break impasse: Report
India and Pakistan have been engaged in "back channel" talks in order to break the stalemate in the relationship between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.
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Kashmir
Trolls target Class 12th topper in Kashmir
When Aroosa Parvaiz topped JKBOSE Class 12th exams, never in her wildest dream did she imagine that her hard-earned success would be followed by toxic trolls.
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Views
Chidambaram slams Centre for delaying restoration of J-K’s statehood
Former Home Minister P. Chidambaram slammed the Modi-led Central government for insisting on elections in J-K before granting statehood.
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Latest news
Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists
Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.
AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed
AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.
900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.
Fake income tax notice demanding ₹6,000 flagged as fraudulent by government
A fake Income Tax Department notice seeking ₹6,000 from taxpayers is circulating online; the government has warned it is a fraudulent phishing attempt.
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.
India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash
India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.