News Topic:Independence Day
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79th Independence Day observed in Pulwama
The 79th Independence Day was celebrated in Pulwama on Friday with a renewed spirit of patriotism and solidarity, commemorating the historic occasion.
Kashmir
IGP Kashmir says multi-tier security in place for peaceful I-Day celebrations
IGP, Kashmir Zone, V.K. Birdi, on Monday said that multi-tier security arrangements are being made to ensure peaceful Independence Day celebrations.
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Govt directs officials to attend Independence Day functions in J&K
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all officers and officials stationed in Srinagar and Jammu to attend the main Independence Day functions.
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2.5-kilometre-long national flag hoisted in Kashmir’s Baramulla
A Tiranga rally was organized in Kashmir's Baramulla district during which a 2.5-kilometre-long national flag was hoisted, which is a first-of-its-kind event.
Kashmir
Amarnath Yatra sets record with over five lakh pilgrims: Div Com Kashmir
Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir, VK Bidhuri, announced on Tuesday that the Amarnath Yatra, which began on July 29, has seen the participation of five lakh pilgrims so far.
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Div Com Kashmir extends open invitation to all for August 15 celebrations in Srinagar
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir VK Bidhuri extended an open invitation to the people of Kashmir valley for the August 15 celebrations at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar.
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Kashmir
76th Independence Day: Grand celebrations held across Kashmir
The 76th Independence Day was today celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm across all the districts of Kashmir.
J&K
National flag to be hoisted on all government buildings on August 15
Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed officers in the union territory to hoist the national flag on all government buildings and establishments under their jurisdiction.
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NHRC intervenes in alleged harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers and students in several states
The NHRC has taken cognisance of alleged incidents of harassment, intimidation and attacks against Kashmiri shawl sellers and students in different parts of the country.
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Govt in J&K will collapse on its own, BJP won’t topple it: LoP Sunil Sharma
Senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Friday said the present government in the Union Territory would "collapse on its own."
Time to review AFSPA as security situation improved in J&K: Minister Sakina Itoo
Sakeena Itoo on Friday said the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) should be reconsidered in view of an improved security environment in Jammu and Kashmir.
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