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Severe heatwave threatens J-K’s aquatic life, prompts protests over water scarcity

Jammu and Kashmir is bracing for a severe heatwave over the next four days, with temperatures hitting record highs and impacting both daily life and ecosystems.

DSEK orders change in school timings amid heatwave

The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Tuesday announced a revised school timing schedule to mitigate the effects of the ongoing heatwave in the Valley.

Heatwave prompts calls to adjust Kashmir school hours

With the persistent heatwave in Kashmir, teachers and parents urged the School Education Department to either adjust school timings or announce an additional summer break.

J-K schools to reopen on July 18 after summer break

The School Education Department on Tuesday clarified that there will be no extension in summer vacation and subsequently ordered students to resume classes from July 18.

DSEK recalls teachers from administrative roles

The DSEK has cancelled the attachment of all the teachers who have been deputed to offices for administrative work in other departments.

Summer break declared for schools in Kashmir

The School Education Department on Sunday announced a 10-day summer break for all schools falling in Kashmir division from July 8.

J-K schools ordered to begin morning assemblies with national anthem

The School Education Department has said that the morning assemblies in the educational institutes shall begin with the national anthem as per the standard protocol.

DSEJ orders summer vacation from June 1

The Directorate of School Education Jammu ordered summer vacation for all government and private schools from June 1 to July 16 in summer zone areas.

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Army says armed militant killed in Budgam exchange of fire

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J&K medical interns continue strike after stipend talks with Sakina Itoo fail

J&K MBBS and BDS interns will continue their indefinite strike after talks with Health Minister Sakina Itoo failed to yield a written commitment on stipend revision.

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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

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