Science & Technology
Xolo One smartphone launched for Rs 6,599
Xolo has launched an Android 4.4-based smartphone, named as Xolo One. As per its name, it seems like an Android One handset. However, it is merely a coincidence.
Kashmir
Over 300 Girdawar posts lying vacant in Kashmir
The relief and rehabilitation process in the flood-affected areas in Kashmir division has been severely hit as over 300 posts of Girdawars are vacant in the Revenue department.
Science & Technology
iBall launches Frisbee and Stallion Android smartphones
The new iBall devices, Andi 4U Frisbee and Andi 5 Stallion are available for Rs 5,799 and Rs 6,999 respectively though their official price is slightly higher.
Education
KU postgraduate exams in December-January, Interim VC says
The University of Kashmir (KU) has decided to conduct the semester exams of all post-graduation students either on holidays or in the month of December.
Education
Government decision to postpone exams till March draws criticism
The state government has come under severe criticism for shifting the examination session from November-December to March.
Admission
Admission Notification for CUK’s M.Sc IT Programme 2014
The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) has issued an official update regarding the 2014 admission process for its M.Sc Information Technology programme.
Kashmir
Supreme Court panel chides J&K Government on handling floods
The state government failed to warn people of the fast approaching deluge despite knowing in advance that the flood waters had crossed the danger level, a SC constituted committee alleged.
Travel
Jammu to Srinagar: One-way traffic on highway today
After remaining closed for three days, the Srinagar-Jammu highway shall re-open Monday strictly for one-side traffic (from Jammu side to Kashmir), officials said.
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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.
KPSS seeks fair probe into threat letter case amid Rakesh Handoo’s arrest
KPSS has called for an impartial probe into alleged online threats targeting PM Package employees, urging authorities to examine wider security concerns in Kashmir.
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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
We often treat accessibility as a feature of a building or website. But access is also a question of responsibility, in case of public service.