News Topic:Ministry of Home Affairs

MHA orders pullout of over 10k forces personnel from J&K

SRINAGAR — The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday ordered the withdrawal of more than 10,000 security forces personnel who were brought...

Basant Rath suspended for charges of ‘misbehaviour’

Government of India on Wednesday suspended Basant Rath against alleged misconduct and misbehaviour by the IPS officer.

MHA divides Kashmir House, Delhi between J&K and Ladakh UTs

The Union Home Ministry on Friday divided J&K House, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi between Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh, which were carved out from the erstwhile State of Jammu & Kashmir.

Home Minister Amit Shah reviews J&K situation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the overall situation of Jammu and Kashmir Union territory.

HC seeks report on violence against media persons, bankers

J&K High Court has sought a report from Government of India whether complaints have been received from any other category of professionals including media persons, bankers, advocates, chartered accountants, etc.

MHA withdraws 15 ITBP companies from J&K, Ladakh

The Government of India has ordered the withdrawal of 15 companies of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, officials said on Thursday.

Lockdown extended till May 31 across the country

To prevent the spread of coronavirus, the lockdown has been extended till May 31 across the country.

J&K to remain without 4G Internet for now

Without any immediate relief from the Supreme Court of India, the residents in Jammu and Kashmir will have to remain without 4G mobile Internet access amid the Coronavirus pandemic.

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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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