News Topic:Katra
Jammu
TRAI Report: Reliance Jio and Airtel dominate network performance in Katra and Udhampur; BSNL lags behind
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released its latest IDT findings, revealing significant disparities in mobile network performance across the J&K.
Religion
Amarnath Yatra: LG Sinha felicitates Langar organisations for contribution
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday felicitated the Langar organisations for their significant contribution during the Shri Amarnath Yatra.
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Travel
PM Modi flags off Amritsar Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat train
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday flagged off the Amritsar–Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat train.
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Jammu
PM to lay foundation stone, dedicate projects worth over Rs 46,000 cr at Katra
A PIB release said that PM Modi will visit J&K on June 6 and in line with his commitment to boost rail infrastructure and connectivity in the region
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Religion
Over 45k pilgrims visit Vaishno Devi in 8 days, helicopter services resumes
Amidst escalated tension between India and Pakistan, more than 45,000 pilgrims paid obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Cave Shrine nestled in Trikuta Hills of Katra.
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Travel
Railways launches special Katra-Delhi train for stranded passengers
The railways has launched a special train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to New Delhi to assist the stranded passengers and accommodate the extra rush.
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Kashmir
Renowned broadcaster and poet Farooq Nazki dies at 83
A television media pioneer, renowned broadcaster, and Sahitya Academy-honored poet, Farooq Nazki, passed away at the age of 83.
Jammu
Vaishno Devi Stampede: J-K LG announces additional Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board.
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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists
Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.
AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed
AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.
900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.
India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash
India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.