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Non-locals organize Ganesh Chaturthi rally in Srinagar

SRINAGAR — Over a dozen non-local Hindus mostly females organized Ganesh Chaturthi in Kashmir capital Srinagar.The devotees started rally from Haft Chinar area of...

Curbs imposed in Srinagar to prevent Muharram processions

SRINAGAR — Authorities imposed strict restrictions in commercial hub of Lal Chowk and adjoining areas to disallow Muharram processions on Friday.Official sources said that...

Gangabal Yatra begins from Monday

GANDERBAL — The annual Yatra to Gangabal lake, which Kashmiri Pandits consider as the abode of Lord Shiva, is all set to start on...

All places of worship to open from August 16 in J&K

SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Tuesday said that all the religious places and places of worship will be open in the...

Amarnath Yatra cancelled after spike in COVID-19 cases

Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu, Chairman of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), presided over 39th Board meeting of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board today in which the Board members participated virtually through video conference to discuss the conduct of the Yatra 2020.

No substitute to sacrificing animals on Eid-ul-Azha: Grand Mufti

Jammu and Kashmir’s Grand Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam on Tuesday said that there is no substitute to sacrificing animals (Qurbani) on the eve of Eid-ul-Azha and people intending to sacrifice animals must follow proper guidelines and take extreme precautions while distributing the sacrificial meat among neighbours and relations.

Haj Committee to refund aspirants’ deposited money

Jammu and Kashmir Haj Committee has informed the Haj aspirants that their deposited amount would be refunded in their bank accounts without any deduction.

Saudi Arabia mulls cancelling Hajj for first time: Report

Saudi Arabian authorities were considering cancelling the annual Hajj pilgrimage season for the first time since the establishment of the Kingdom in 1932, after the number of coronavirus infections exceeded 100,000, a senior official said.

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Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K

Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.

India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map

India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.

Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say

Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

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.

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