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Militant killed in Baramulla gunfight

A newly recruited Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) militant was killed and three security personnel were wounded in an encounter in Wanigam Bala area of Baramulla.

Gunfight rages in Baramulla

An encounter broke out between security forces and militants in Wanigam Bala area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district, police said on Saturday morning.

Two LeT hybrid militants arrested in Kupwara: Police

Jammu and Kashmir Police on Friday claimed to have arrested two hybrid militants of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and recovered arms and ammunition from their possession.

J-K Govt cancels attachment of doctors, paramedical staff

In order to ensure better healthcare facilities, the Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday ordered the cancellation of the attachment of the doctors and paramedical staff.

Hepatitis C among drug abusers surging in J-K

The use of drugs, mainly heroin, is leading to a scary increase in Hepatitis C cases in Jammu and Kashmir as around three among four drug users are Hepatitis C positive.

Govt to rename 18 educational institutions, roads

The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday ordered the renaming of 18 educational establishments and roads after some eminent personalities.

‘Chhari-Mubarak’ of Lord Shiva taken to Shankaracharya temple

Chhari-Mubarak of Lord Shiva led by Mahant Deependra Giri was taken to the historic Shankaracharya temple in Srinagar on Thursday for prayers.

Govt devises criteria for making healthcare institutions junk-free

Jammu and Kashmir Government has devised criteria for making the healthcare institutions junk free and Department of Health is to implement the criteria.

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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.