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Independent candidate Er Rashid leads in Baramulla as JKNC dominates early vote counts in Kashmir
In the early hours of vote counting for the Lok Sabha elections, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, an independent candidate, has taken a significant lead in the Baramulla constituency.
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NC and BJP lead in two seats each in Jammu and Kashmir, early trends show
As the counting of votes for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls is underway, the National Conference and Bharatiya Janta Party are ahead in two seats each in Jammu and Kashmir.
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BJP-led NDA leads in 227 seats, INDIA bloc ahead in 137, early LS poll results show
The BJP-led NDA on Tuesday was ahead with leads in 227 parliamentary seats out of 392 for which trends were available, with the opposition INDIA bloc ahead in at least 137.
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Votes for five key Lok Sabha seats in J-K being counted today amid tight security
Finally the big day has arrived as the counting of votes has started today (Tuesday) for the five crucial Lok Sabha seats of Jammu and Kashmir amid multi-layer security cover.
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J-K gears up for vote counting after parliamentary polls
With the conclusion of voting in all five parliamentary seats of Jammu and Kashmir, preparations for the counting of votes have intensified.
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Politics
Process to hold assembly polls in J-K to begin soon: CEC Kumar
Chief Election Commissioner of India Rajeev Kumar said that the process of holding assembly elections in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir will commence soon.
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J&K
Jamaat-e-Islami will jump into electoral fray if ban is revoked: Ex-Chief
The former chief of the banned organization Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu Kashmir said that the organization will try to participate in the upcoming assembly elections.
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Kashmiris speak out as Valley witnesses first major polls after Article 370 abrogation
In a significant electoral moment, Kashmir witnessed its first major polls after the abrogation of Article 370, with hopeful residents expressing their aspirations.
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INDIA bloc plans mega Delhi protest on Monday over CEC Gyanesh Kumar
INDIA bloc plans a major Delhi protest on October 12 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter-list irregularities, following Saturday’s police crackdown.
Wangchuk warns of fast over Delhi protest detentions; CJP leaders released
Sonam Wangchuk warned of a hunger strike or foot march over Delhi protest detentions. A court later ordered the release of three CJP leaders.
Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell
Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.
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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.