News Topic:Line of Control (LoC)
J&K
Multiple explosions heard in Srinagar, Pak drones intercepted
Multiple explosions were heard in Srinagar on Saturday morning, officials said. The intermittent explosions took place for at least half an hour.
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Jammu
Prioritise civilian safety, security, ensure swift rehabilitation in border areas: J&K DyCM
In the wake of the prevailing situation, J&K Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary on Friday discussed public safety and sought suggestions regarding the evacuation.
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Politics
Pak must stop aggression for peace to prevail: CM Omar
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said Pakistan must stop aggression for peace to prevail.
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Jammu
Border dwellers shifted to safer locations, panic in Jammu
In view of heavy shelling along the international border and the LoC, the administration has shifted the border dwellers to safer locations in several areas across Jammu.
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Politics
Mehbooba calls for dialogue, not military action
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday made a fervent appeal to the leadership of both India and Pakistan, urging them to de-escalate.
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Views
Mirwaiz appeals for de-escalation amid rising tensions
Amid escalating border tensions, Hurriyat Conference chairman and Kashmir's chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday urged India and Pakistan to urgently de-escalate.
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Kashmir
Impact of border shelling widespread across Kupwara: MLA Lone
Peoples Conference president and MLA Handwara, Sajjad Gani Lone, on Friday said the impact of cross-border shelling has been widespread across the Kupwara district.
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Jammu
BSF claims to neutralise 7 infiltrators in Samba
Amid heavy shelling and heightened tension between India and Pakistan, the troops of the Border Security Force claimed to have successfully foiled infiltration.
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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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