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Kokernag records hottest April day ever, Srinagar logs second highest

Jammu and Kashmir witnessed an extraordinary rise in temperatures on Wednesday, with Kokarnag setting a new all-time record for the highest maximum April temperature ever.

Police raid houses of 36 OGWs, militant associates in Srinagar

Srinagar Police on Monday conducted extensive searches at 36 locations across the city at the residences of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and militant associates.

Woman dies after setting herself ablaze over alleged family dispute in Hazratbal

A woman lost her life after setting herself on fire following a family dispute in the Hazratbal area on the outskirts of Srinagar on Monday.

Police raid residences of over 60 OGWs in Srinagar

In a major crackdown, Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday carried out extensive searches at the residences of over 60 militant associates in Srinagar district.

Devotees at Jamia Masjid Srinagar observe silence for Pahalgam victims

In a rare gesture, devotees at Kashmir's historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar observed a one-minute silence on Friday in solidarity with the victims of the recent attack in Pahalgam.

Amid escalating tension, Army chief lands in Srinagar

Amid the escalating tension, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi arrived in Kashmir on Friday.

Terrorists will not be spared: Amit Shah

Amit Shah assured the families of the victims of the Pahalgam attack and the entire nation that those responsible for the killing of innocent civilians "will not be spared."

Two infiltrators killed as Army foils bid along LoC in Uri

An infiltration attempt along the LoC in the Uri sector of north Kashmir's Baramulla district was foiled on Wednesday, resulting in the elimination of two militants.

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J&K issues revised ex-gratia relief rules, death compensation up to ₹25 lakh

J&K's General Administration Department has notified revised ex-gratia relief guidelines under the SRE scheme, with compensation ranging from ₹500 to ₹25 lakh.

J&K submits proposal to NMC for over 300 additional PG medical seats

J&K has proposed over 300 additional postgraduate medical seats to the NMC; 120 seats already created this year and 286 PG students training at new colleges.

IUST, SKIMS hold joint awareness programme on PCOS/PMOS

IUST partnered with SKIMS Soura and SKIMS MCH Bemina for an awareness and screening programme on PCOS/PMOS, featuring expert talks and a student screening session.

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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death

Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.

India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash

India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.