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J&K
Government appoints new Directors and Principal Secretary in J-K
J&K Government has announced the appointment of Chaman Lal Sharma as Director of Horticulture for Jammu and Zahoor Ahmad Bhat as Director of Horticulture for Kashmir.
J&K
Govt releases Rs 272 crore housing assistance for rural families
The Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj has released a significant amount of Rs. 272.55 crore for disbursement among the beneficiaries of PMAY-G.
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Govt grants 3-day leave to Migrant, PM Package employees
The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday granted 3-day special leave to Jammu-based migrant and PM Package employees working in Kashmir in view of Mahashivratri.
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Tejinder Singh posted as DIG Rajouri-Poonch range
The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday posted senior IPS officer Tejinder Singh as DIG Rajouri-Poonch range.
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Business & Economy
Liquor shop sold for Rs 5.23 crore in Qazigund
The J&K Government has achieved unprecedented success in its recent auction of liquor shops, with revenues surging to an all-time high of Rs 2280 crore in 2024.
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J&K
MHA mandates prior approval for J-K Home Secretary appointments
The MHA made it mandatory for the J&K administration to send the proposal for appointment of the UT’s Home Secretary to the MHA for “prior reference”.
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Recruiting agencies in J-K granted one-time exemption on wait lists
The Jammu and Kashmir Government led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday granted exemption to the recruiting agencies for the creation of waiting lists.
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J&K LG affirms government’s stance on talks with Pakistan
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reiterated the government's position on engaging with Pakistan, emphasizing a shift towards prioritizing dialogue with the people .
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Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K
Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.
India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map
India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.
Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say
Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.
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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.