Jammu
Kishtwar mishap claims third life as injured succumbs
One of the people injured in a road accident in Warwan, Kishtwar district, on Wednesday has tragically passed away, bringing the total toll to three.
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J&K
Vijay Kumar (IPS) takes over as ADGP Armed J&K
Vijay Kumar (IPS) on Thursday took over as the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Armed J&K at Armed Police Headquarters J&K in Jammu.
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J&K
J-K LG approves enhanced monthly remuneration for MGNREGA staff
Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha announced the approval of an enhanced monthly remuneration for supporting staff associated with MGNREGA.
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J&K
J-K’s Transport Department implements centralized printing for overdue driving licenses
Transport Department, UT of Jammu and Kashmir, has started centralised printing and dispatch of driving licenses, providing much-awaited respite to license card seekers.
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Politics
Political uncertainty looms in J-K as pre-poll alliances remain elusive
As Parliamentary elections are likely to be held in May and April this year, the chances of pre-poll alliance in Jammu and Kashmir seem "bleak" and "uncertain".
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Travel
Mughal, SSG road closed due to fresh snowfall
Following fresh snowfall in parts of Kashmir valley, Mughal and SSG roads have been closed due to accumulation of snow, officials said here on Friday.
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J&K
72 J&K Police officers honoured with Gallantry Awards on Republic Day
72 officers of the Jammu and Kashmir Police have been honoured with the prestigious Medal for Gallantry (GM) on Republic Day.
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Kashmir
Tourism Directorate plans to train 100 female tourist guides
Directorate of Tourism, Kashmir has decided to register more female tourist guides and impart professional training to them to upscale their skills.
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Latest news
High salt intake, uncontrolled BP raise stroke risk in Kashmir
Excessive salt consumption, uncontrolled high blood pressure, obesity, unhealthy dietary habits and physical inactivity are among the major factors increasing the risk of stroke.
Railways to offer concessional freight rates to transport Kashmir fruit
Kashmir's Horticulture Department and Northern Railway are exploring concessional freight rates to move fruit consignments by train using available return cargo capacity.
J&K’s new media policy nears finalisation; may cover Facebook, Instagram: Official
J&K Director Information Mamta Yadav says the new media policy is under examination and may include provisions covering platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
J&K Secretariat Move: NH-44 up-lane shut for goods carriers on Oct 31, Nov 1
J&K has restricted goods carrier movement on NH-44 on October 31 and November 1 for the Secretariat move from Srinagar to Jammu. Down traffic will be regulated.
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