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Politics
Rajya Sabha approves bills granting reservation to OBCs and ST status to Paharis in J-K
In a significant development for J&K, the Rajya Sabha passed two bills aimed at fostering social inclusion and political representation in the Union Territory.
Politics
Parliament passes bill granting OBC reservation in J-K local bodies
The Parliament on Tuesday passed a bill to provide reservations to Other Backward Classes in local bodies in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Politics
J-K local bodies laws face proposed amendments as bill debuts in Lok Sabha
A bill that seeks to amend laws related to local bodies in Jammu and Kashmir was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday.
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Ladakh
Centre invites Ladakh leaders for crucial second round of talks in Delhi
The Centre has extended an invitation to Ladakh leaders for a crucial second round of talks with the High Powered Committee in Delhi, scheduled for February 19.
J&K
Government confirms full coverage of J-K citizens under PMJAY-SEHAT scheme
The Government of India reaffirmed that every citizen in Jammu and Kashmir is entitled to the benefits offered by the Ayushman Bharat PMJAY-SEHAT scheme.
Politics
Rajya Sabha approves bill enabling 33% women reservation in J-K Assembly
The Rajya Sabha made a significant move on Monday by passing The Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill 2023.
Politics
Bill to extend women’s reservation law to J-K introduced in Lok Sabha
A bill to extend the provisions of the women's reservation law to Jammu and Kashmir was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
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Politics
Four bills on J-K quota, electoral reservation introduced in Parliament
The Government of India on Wednesday introduced four bills in Parliament on quota and electoral reservation in Jammu & Kashmir.
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No timeline for J&K Panchayat polls, govt tells Assembly
J&K government told the Assembly that no specific timeline is available for Panchayat polls as electoral-roll, delimitation and reservation work continues.
17 killed as Congolese army plane crashes in southwest DRC
A Congolese army plane crashed in Kwango province after a technical fault, killing 17 people, including two senior generals, officials said.
Ashok Koul steps down as J&K BJP General Secretary
Ashok Koul has stepped down as J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation), a post he held since 2012, saying he will return to his parent organisation.
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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.