News Topic:COVID-19
World
Slovenia proclaims end to virus epidemic at home
Slovenia has become the first European country to proclaim an end to the coronavirus epidemic at home.
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Kashmir
‘Action will be taken against those impersonating fake ID’s on social media’
Cyber Police Kashmir said that stringent action under law will be taken against those impersonating fake names or pictures on social media.
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Kashmir
Quarantine Mess: Girl injured as locals clash with police in Chadoora
Clashes erupt in the premises of a quarantine centre here in Nagam Chadoora after people quarantined in the building and their relatives accused the administration of delay in declaring the tests of quarantined people.
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Kashmir
COVID-19: Pulwama admin declares result of painting contest
District administration Pulwama today declared the result of online painting competition, organised in view of COVID-19 pandemic.
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J&K
12 more test positive for COVID-19 in J&K
Twelve persons on Thursday tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
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Religion
Eid prayers can’t be offered at home, Grand Mufti says
As the holy month of Ramadan is in progress, Grand Mufti Thursday appealed people to offer Shab-e-Qadr prayers at home and avoid any kind of social gatherings amid the Coronavirus outbreak in Kashmir Valley.
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Education
Amid COVID-19, private schools start demanding fee
Getting emboldened by a recent tweet by incumbent Principal Secretary Education, Dr Asgar Samoon, private schools have started demanding school fee from parents in Kashmir Valley.
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Business & Economy
Srinagar Airport ready to resume 40% flight operations
The airport authorities in Srinagar on Thursday said that they are ready to resume the flight operations with only 30 to 40 per cent air traffic if the Centre gives its nod while as Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) and the COVID-19 protocol will be followed in spirit.
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Corporate records show continued Russian expansion by business linked to FIDE candidate Rosenstein
Rosenstein is currently competing for the presidency of FIDE. His Russian company, VR Rus LLC, is controlled through Germany-based WR Group Holding GmbH.
Dal Lake records just eight fish species in six-month survey, study flags decline
A 2026 study found only eight fish species in Dal Lake, down from more than 14 reported earlier, and called for urgent conservation measures.
AIMSA flags disparity in postgraduate stipends across J&K medical institutions
AIMSA has urged J&K to review disparities in postgraduate stipends between SKIMS and government medical colleges and ensure equitable compensation.
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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.