Kashmir
J-K LG Manoj Sinha advocates revival of ‘shrine tourism’ in Kashmir
Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha emphasized the need for the revival of 'shrine tourism' in Kashmir during his visit to the revered Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar.
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Travel
Div Com inspects progress on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway maintenance
Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar today visited district Ramban to inspect progress on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway's four-laning works.
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India
1988-batch IPS officer Ravi Sinha is India’s new RAW chief
The Central government on Monday appointed Ravi Sinha, a 1988-batch IPS officer as the new Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) chief, replacing incumbent Samant Goel.
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Travel
Srinagar airport launches ‘Drop and Go’ service to beat entry gate delays
Authorities at Srinagar International Airport have introduced drop and go facility for the convenience of passengers and to avoid delays at the entry gate.
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Politics
Assembly Elections: Omar Abdullah accuses ECI of hidden agenda
National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Tuesday expressed his concern over the delay in holding elections in Jammu and Kashmir.
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J&K
Authorities demand immediate detachment of Anganwadi workers from Poshan Projects
The authorities have asked District Programme Officers and Child Development Project Officers to detach all Aganwadi workers and helpers attached with Poshan Projects.
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Politics
After legal battle, Mehbooba Mufti gets 10-year passport
People’s Democratic Party president and former chief minister of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, Mehbooba Mufti has been issued a passport for 10 years.
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J&K
Outrage & Concern: Kashmir Trade Alliance slams govt’s abrogation of Mutton Act
The Kashmir Trade Alliance (KTA) termed the government's abrogation of the Mutton Act in Jammu and Kashmir before Eid as disturbing.
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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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NC govt lacks political will to free youth facing incarceration, says Waheed Para
Waheed Para said that the current NC-led government has the power to drop cases against young people who are imprisoned, but they lack the political will to do so.
When ‘come back tomorrow’ becomes a public service failure
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