News Topic:Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
J&K
Centre approves Rs 10,637 Cr tunnel and road projects including Mughal Road for J&K
In a significant fillip to road connectivity in Jammu & Kashmir, the Government of India has approved Mughal Road and Karnah valley tunnel projects.
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J&K
J&K High Court orders toll rate cuts
The High Court of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh has directed the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to reduce toll charges across the Union Territory.
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J&K
Union Minister approves Rs. 2,194.92 crores for road and ropeway projects
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has sanctioned a significant allocation of funds for vital infrastructure projects in Jammu & Kashmir.
Ladakh
29 road projects worth Rs 1170.16 crore sanctioned for Ladakh
An allocation of Rs. 1170.16 crore has been sanctioned by the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways for 29 road projects in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
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Travel
No driving test needed to obtain a driving licence: MORTH
The Union Transport Ministry has introduced fresh, easier rules to obtain a driving license without going through the painstaking process of driving test.
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J&K Govt raises cancer patient assistance income limit to ₹4 lakh
J&K has revised its cancer patient financial assistance scheme, raising the income eligibility limit to ₹4 lakh and allowing recurring support up to three times.
Yasin Malik won’t contest Sarla Bhat case, asks for death penalty if guilty
Jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik has told a Srinagar court he won't contest the 1990 Sarla Bhat murder case and seeks capital punishment if convicted, while denying guilt.
Human activity drives pollution concerns in Dal, Nigeen lakes, study finds
A study found elevated phosphate levels in Dal and Nigeen lakes, linking pollution to sewage, detergents, fertilizers and pesticide residues.
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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.
Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream
The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.