News Topic:COVID-19
Kashmir
If inquiry finds two slain Pulwama civilians innocent, will give jobs to NoKs: Div Com Kashmir
Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, PK Pole on Wednesday said that if the slain duo is found innocent, the government will provide jobs to the next of kin (NoK).
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Travel
Bakarwals return to meadows after two-year break
Hundreds of families from the Bakerwal community along with their livestock returned to the high-altitude meadows of Kashmir after a break of two years.
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J&K
J&K sees increase in sex ratio at birth: MHA
J&K has recorded an impressive improvement of sex ratio at birth from 923 to 976 while neonatal mortality rate and infant mortality rate are on the decline.
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Religion
5196 aspirants entitled to Hajj pilgrimage from J&K this year
The Saudi Arabia government on Friday announced the final Hajj 2022, stating that this year 55164 aspirants will perform the pilgrimage from India.
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Education
Exam syllabus relaxation for Class 10th and above students withdrawn: JKBOSE
With the resumption of offline classes at the schools amid a decline in COVID-19 cases, the JKBOSE has withdrawn the relaxation provided to the students.
Health
Zero COVID-19 cases, deaths in J-K in more than two years
Jammu and Kashmir registered zero COVID-19 cases and deaths related to it on Monday.
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Reviews
Book Review: ‘Locking Down The Poor’ by Harsh Mander
'Locking Down The Poor' is evidence of the biggest humanitarian crisis after partition by their own government which failed to tackle the COVID-19 situation.
Education
Mixed emotions witnessed as students return to school in Kashmir
Schools in Kashmir have reopened after nearly three years of home-learning forced by back-to-back lockdowns.
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Why Mental Health Apps Encourage Those Who Feel ‘I Have No One to Talk To’ to Reach Out
In a world where many feel isolated, mental health apps are emerging as a beacon of hope for those who think "I Have No One To Talk To."
480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo told the Assembly that 480 Medical Officer posts were referred to JKPSC, with 416 recommendations and 335 appointments.
J&K govt cites 53,972 vacancies, reviews regularisation of temporary workers
J&K government told the Assembly that 53,972 posts are vacant while a high-level panel examines regularisation of casual, seasonal and temporary workers.
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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.