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
NC using statehood issue to divert attention from pressing concerns: Sunil Sharma
BJP leader Sunil Sharma accused the NC of diverting attention with its statehood protest, saying the BJP’s September 2 agitation will focus on jobs.
NC to gherao BJP offices in J&K over statehood, other demands
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference will hold peaceful gherao demonstrations at BJP headquarters in Srinagar and Jammu over statehood and other demands.
Iltija Mufti backs J&K MBBS, BDS interns’ demand for ₹30,000 stipend
PDP leader Iltija Mufti backed protesting MBBS and BDS interns in J&K, supporting their demand to raise the monthly stipend from ₹12,300 to ₹30,000.
J&K consumers to pay higher power tariffs from September 1
J&K’s revised electricity tariff, including an average 6.83% hike, takes effect September 1, with new domestic rates and ToD billing for eligible consumers.
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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.
Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream
The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.