News Topic:J&K Government
Education
Coronavirus: Government orders closure of all educational institutions in J&K
The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday decided to suspend the classwork in all the educational institutions across the Union Territory.
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Business & Economy
Developmental works halted as extraction of building material banned in Kashmir
Valley-based contractors associated with the construction business are aghast over the non-availability of building material.
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Kashmir
Government to screen non-J&K workforce on way to Valley
J&K administration on Monday said that it will further strengthen the screening system to ensure all the non-local workers are screened thoroughly.
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J&K
Social media curbs lifted but only 2G services allowed in J&K
The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday choose to remove curbs on social media while extending ban on 4G Internet services till March 17.
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Health
Police asked to book ‘killer’ cough syrup maker: Report
The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday directed the police to register a case against the Himachal Pradesh-based pharmaceutical company.
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J&K
Cisco denies helping J&K authorities to enforce social media ban
Cisco has denied reports that it is working with the Government of J&K to build software to prevent Kashmiris from accessing social media websites in the region.
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Jammu
Arms Licence Scandal: IAS officer Rajiv Ranjan suspended
The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday suspended a 2010-batch IAS officer Rajiv Ranjan, couple of days after he was arrested in the arms licensing case.
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Kashmir
J&K’s tourism industry on verge of collapse
J&K’s tourism industry is about to collapse as there are zero advance bookings so far which has prompted the tour operators to demand restoration of internet.
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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.