News Topic:Children
Kashmir
2-year-old killed in freak household accident in Anantnag
A two-year-old baby girl died in a household accident after a stack of bedding kept atop a wardrobe fell on her inside her residence in the Sadoora area of Anantnag.
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J&K
J&K expands ration coverage to include children, widows and divorcees
In a move aimed at strengthening food security and ensuring greater inclusivity, the J&K Government has widened the scope of its Public Distribution System (PDS).
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Kashmir
Pulwama ‘Kidnapping’ a Hoax: Girls fabricated story to skip school
In a dramatic turn of events, the alleged kidnapping of two minor girls in Gadbug, Ratnipora, has been exposed as a fabricated story concocted by the children.
Politics
ECI bans use of children in campaigns ahead of J-K Assembly elections
With the J&K Assembly elections around the corner, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has prohibited the use of children for election-related activities in Pulwama.
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Education
J&K High Court seeks report on implementation of RTE Act
The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir has directed authorities to provide detailed updates on the progress made to implement the Right to Education (RTE) Act.
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News & Interviews
Indian Army and youth unite to cultivate future leaders in Pulwama
In a collaborative effort between the Indian Army and local youth, a program titled "Nurturing Capsule for Shaping Children Below 10 Years" was organized on Saturday.
Health
J-K to immunise 19 lakh children on March 3
Approximately 19 lakh children under the age of five are set to receive immunisation across Jammu and Kashmir on March 3, 2024 – the National Immunisation Day.
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Kashmir
Tragic incident claims lives of two children in Bandipora Madrasa
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in north Kashmir's Bandipora district as two young brothers lost their lives due to suffocation inside a Madrasa on Wednesday.
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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.
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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.