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Soldier killed, another injured in Poonch

An Army soldier was killed and another injured in a mine blast during an “operation” in Poonch district late last night, officials said.

Group behind intimidation machinery ‘Kashmir Fight’ busted: Police

Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday claimed to have achieved a major breakthrough by busting the group behind issuing intimidations.

Two persons ‘abscond’ after testing COVID-19 positive in Poonch

Authorities on Saturday sought FIR against two persons who allegedly “absconded” after testing positive for COVID-19 in Poonch.

Arms, ammunition recovered during searches in Poonch

Arms and ammunition have been recovered during a cordon-and-search-operation in Qasba area along Line of Control in Poonch district.

J&K records first death due to ‘black fungus’

A 40-year-old patient infected with Mucormycosis – Black Fungus – having recently "recuperated" of COVID-19 infection, has died at GMC Jammu.

Mughal road to open for fruit trucks, Gujjar-Bakerwals

Mughal Road, connecting Poonch and Shopian districts of south Kashmir, shall open for fruit trucks and for the movement of Gujjar-Bakerwals.

On Eid-ul-Fitr, Ind-Pak armies exchange sweets at LoC in Poonch

Armies of India and Pakistan exchanged sweets and pleasantries along Line of Control in Poonch district on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Independents elected DDC Chairperson, VC in Poonch

Independent candidates won chairperson and vice-chairperson posts of the District Development Council (DDC) Poonch respectively on Saturday.

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INDIA bloc plans mega Delhi protest on Monday over CEC Gyanesh Kumar

INDIA bloc plans a major Delhi protest on October 12 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter-list irregularities, following Saturday’s police crackdown.

Wangchuk warns of fast over Delhi protest detentions; CJP leaders released

Sonam Wangchuk warned of a hunger strike or foot march over Delhi protest detentions. A court later ordered the release of three CJP leaders.

Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell

Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.

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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.