News Topic:J&K Government
Education
Student unions not banned in J-K, RTI reveals
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has not officially banned student politics, associations or unions in the Kashmir region, as revealed by an RTI response.
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J&K High Court orders toll rate cuts
The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to reduce toll charges across the Union Territory.
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22 JKAS officers transferred in J&K
The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Monday ordered the transfer and posting of 22 JKAS officers in the interests of administration.
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J&K Govt revises DA to 53% for employees and pensioners
The J&K Government has increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees and pensioners to 53%, effective from July 1, 2024, according to two official orders.
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J&K Govt initiates customary sand mining to empower locals and curb illegal practices
In a move aimed at curbing illegal mining activities, the government has initiated customary sand mining and announced the provision of short-term permits to local residents.
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Govt postpones Shab-i-Meraj holiday to January 28
The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday ordered the postponement of the holiday on the account of Shab-i-Miraj from January 27 to January 28 (Tuesday).
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No poverty, zero hunger, good health, clean water, economic growth among J-K’s top SDGs by 2030
The J&K Government directed the line departments to take measures and prepare an actionable framework for improving on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) index.
Politics
Omar Abdullah-led government removes Hina Shafi Bhat as Chairperson KVIB
Jammu and Kashmir Government has removed opposition Bharatiya Janata Party leader Hina Shafi Bhat as Chairperson of the Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB).
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