News Topic:COVID-19
J&K
JKSSB postpones document verification for various posts
In view of prevailing situation due to the outbreak of Coronavirus, the JKSSB has postponed document verification for various posts.
Kashmir
In pandemic times, vendors allegedly resort to open-loot in Valley
Amid lockdown, Kashmir markets on Monday allegedly witnessed an “open loot” by the black-markets leaving the gullible people fuming.
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Kashmir
Hoarding of face masks, sanitizers irks people in Pulwama
Days after the government invoked Epidemic Act and Disaster Management Act, things like face masks and hand sanitizers are being hoarded.
Ladakh
COVID-19: 254 out of 850 Ladakh pilgrims infected in Iran
Out of over 850 Kargil pilgrims stranded in Iran, over 254 are infected with COVID-19 and so far, three elderly pilgrims have died.
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J&K
‘J&K Govt to impose huge fine, or six month jail for lockdown violators’
J&K administration led by the Lieutenant Governor Girish Chander Murmu, which has announced complete lockdown in the Union Territory.
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Health
COVID-19: Warm weather likely to weaken indirect transmission
The rising mercury in many countries is likely to weaken the indirect transmission of Coronavirus, controlling major source of the pandemic.
World
COVID-19: About 90% of infected patients recover in China
As the Coronavirus outbreaks are increasing worldwide, there is a comforting news from China: 89% infected people have recovered.
J&K
Coronavirus: Govt decides to seal JK UT borders with Punjab, Himachal, Ladakh
Jammu and Kashmir on Monday decided to seal the borders of J&K Union Territory with Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh UT.
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Latest news
Omar Abdullah dismisses poaching fears, says UCC decision rests with Parliament
Omar Abdullah dismissed fears of MLA poaching in J&K and said the Uniform Civil Code must ultimately be decided by Parliament, not individual states.
Mirwaiz calls for end to Iran conflict, says lasting peace needs justice
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has called for an end to the Iran conflict, urging justice, dialogue and diplomacy and peace in Palestine and Lebanon.
Grand Mufti calls for micro-loans, collective action on social concerns
Grand Mufti Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam urged collective action on drug abuse and social concerns in Kashmir and suggested micro-loans for needy families.
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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.