News Topic:Independence Day
J&K
J&K celebrates 80th Independence Day, LG and CM extend greetings
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.
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Politics
Omar Abdullah says cabinet reshuffle will not happen before August 15
CM Omar Abdullah says J&K cabinet reshuffle is a "work in progress" but won't happen before Aug. 15; sources say new Kashmir Valley faces likely to be inducted.
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Kashmir
Security stepped up across Srinagar ahead of Independence Day
Security arrangements have been stepped up across Srinagar ahead of Independence Day, with police personnel intensifying frisking, vehicle checks and surveillance.
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Jammu
Jammu Police, VDGs conduct search operation in Akhnoor ahead of I-Day
Jammu Police, in coordination with Village Defence Guards (VDGs), carried out a CASO along with a long-range patrol in the Akhnoor area on Saturday.
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Education
Kulgam teacher receives President’s invite for outstanding contribution to school education
Waseem Ahmed Lone, a government school teacher from south Kashmir's Kulgam district, has been invited by President Droupadi Murmu.
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News & Interviews
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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J&K
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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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.
J&K Assembly session begins amid BJP protests over power, daily-wagers
J&K Assembly’s autumn session began amid BJP protests over power tariffs, daily-wagers and NHM employees, while NC MLAs sought statehood restoration.
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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.