News Topic:Consumers
India
India’s inflation climbs to 1.33% in December
Consumer price inflation (CPI) in India accelerated to 1.33% in December, up from 0.71% the previous month, driven largely by rising food costs.
Business & Economy
Gold sales surge in J-K following import duty cut
Gold sales in Jammu and Kashmir have seen a significant boost following the government's decision to slash import duties on precious metals.
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J&K
No increase in power tariff, subsidized rates to continue: JKPDD
In a major relief for consumers, the J&K Power Development Department (JKPDD) announced today that the J&K Government will absorb any increase in electricity tariffs.
Kashmir
KPDCL advises consumers to apply for Solar Rooftop Plants under PM Surya Ghar scheme
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) urged domestic consumers to immediately apply and register for installation of Solar Rooftop Plants.
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Kashmir
KPDCL warns against illegal power usage
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has warned its consumers to desist from illegal power usage.
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Kashmir
KPDCL extends amnesty scheme, offers relief to consumers
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has issued a crucial advisory urging consumers to take advantage of the extended Amnesty Scheme-2022.
J&K
J-K initiates multi-faceted development: Amnesty, film policy, heritage preservation and dairy industry boost
The Administrative Council embarked on a series of decisions aimed at enhancing various sectors of development across Jammu and Kashmir.
Kashmir
KPDCL implements ban on nichrome coil-based heating gadgets
The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited issued an order on Wednesday prohibiting the procurement and sale of heating gadgets based on nichrome coils.
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J&K medical interns continue strike after stipend talks with Sakina Itoo fail
J&K MBBS and BDS interns will continue their indefinite strike after talks with Health Minister Sakina Itoo failed to yield a written commitment on stipend revision.
Kargil-Leh padyatra postponed ahead of MHA talks
The proposed Kargil-Leh Peace and Justice Padyatra has been postponed ahead of September 9 MHA talks, with Sonam Wangchuk warning it may be revived.
223 J&K sportspersons await govt job joining amid dispute over candidate
The joining of 223 J&K sportspersons selected under the sports quota remains uncertain amid a dispute involving an individual candidate from Jammu.
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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.
Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream
The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.