News Topic:J&K Government

Right to access internet not a fundamental right, says J&K in SC

Right to access internet is not a fundamental right and the state can curtail the freedom of speech and the right to trade through internet, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has told the Supreme Court while opposing restoration of 4G services in the union territory.

J&K Government renames PHE I-FC as Jal Shakti Department

SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir government has officially renamed Public Health Engineering and Irrigation and Flood Control (PHE I-FC) Department as ‘Jal Shakti Department’.An...

J&K Government revokes PSA detention orders of 28 persons

SRINAGAR — The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday evening revoked Public Safety Act (PSA) detention orders of 28 persons languishing in different jails...

HC seeks report on lack of efficient internet facility, status of prisoners

The Jammu & Kashmir High Court has sought reports from the government about lack efficient internet facility and status of prisoners lodged in jails outside the Union Territory.

Govt orders resumption of offices from April 20

All education institutions and training institutes in Jammu and Kashmir shall remain closed till May 03, the government ordered on Friday.

Govt defers ‘formal’ Darbar opening in Srinagar to June 15

In view of the extension of the lockdown upto May 03 and a spike in novel coronavirus cases, the J&K government on Friday deferred “formal” reopening of Darbar move offices in Srinagar till mid-June.

Lockdown: SOP issued for resuming construction

Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued instructions to the concerned departments for regulating and facilitating the construction activities to be carried out during the lockdown period while following the norms of social distancing.

2G data services to continue till April 27 in J&K

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday ordered the continuance of 2G mobile data services in the Union Territory till April 27.

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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.