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J-K Govt has commissioned study on privatisation of power distribution: Minister
The Jammu & Kashmir Government has commissioned a study to assess suitable options regarding privatisation of power distribution.
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Kashmir
Power cuts spark protest during ‘Sehri’ time in Pulwama village
The power outages during the hours of Sehri, Iftar and Tarawih in the ongoing holy month of Ramadan, sparked a protest in Zaasu Pulwama.
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Kashmir
Dip in temperature causing unscheduled power cuts in Ramadan
Ahead of Ramadan, the Budgam Power Development Department had resorted to unscheduled power cuts as the holy month of Ramadan has begun.
Kashmir
New power schedule in three days: Chief Engineer KPDCL
The Government said that the new power schedule for Kashmir consumers will be announced in two to three days.
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Kashmir
Erratic power supply irks inhabitants in Pulwama villages
SRINAGAR — Inhabitants of several villages in south Kashmir's Pulwama are up in arms against Power Development Department over unscheduled power cuts following recent...
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Kashmir
In a first, smart meters installed on trial basis in Srinagar
SRINAGAR — Amid complaints of inadequate electricity, the Power Development Department (PDD) in a first has started installing the smart meters on trial basis...
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Business & Economy
Administrative Council clears 850 MW Ratle Hydroelectric Project
JAMMU — In a significant decision, the J&K Administrative Council in its meeting here today approved the proposal for development of 850 MW Ratle...
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J&K
J&K admin slashes Electricity, Water bills by 50 percent
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir administration led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday announced 50 percent discount for electricity and water bills.The incumbent...
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J&K approves free LPG scheme for AAY families, six refills annually
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J&K floods damage 24,000+ houses, 5,300 roads and 1.06 lakh hectares
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Omar Abdullah moves J&K Assembly resolution seeking full statehood
Omar Abdullah moved a J&K Assembly resolution seeking immediate restoration of full statehood, amid BJP protests over references to earlier resolutions.
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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.