News Topic:Srinagar
J&K
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.
J&K
Historical budget presented in Parliament, says LG Manoj Sinha
Lieutenant Governor expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister's Office and the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, for unveiling what he hailed as a landmark budget.
Kashmir
Former SMC Secretary granted bail in ‘Kashmir Fight’ blog case
A Special Court in Srinagar granted bail to Sofi Akbar, the former Secretary of Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), who is accused in the "Kashmir Fight" blog case.
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J&K
Security forces thwart infiltration bid in Kupwara, engage militants in Doda
Security forces in J&K foiled an infiltration bid along the LoC in the Keran sector of Kupwara while simultaneously engaging militants in Doda's Kastigarh area.
Health
Srinagar family alleges medical negligence in death of Dalgate man at Paras Hospital
A man from the Dalgate area of Srinagar died at Paras Hospital here, with family members and relatives alleging medical negligence.
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Religion
Kashmir observes Ashura with solemnity and reverence
Ashura was observed with solemnity and reverence across the Kashmir Valley on Wednesday. Ashura commemorates the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS).
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Kashmir
ADGP defends J&K Police amid controversy over DGP’s remarks
ADGP Law and Order Vijay Kumar on Wednesday said that the Jammu and Kashmir Police is a professional, apolitical, and impartial force.
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Religion
J-K Government bars 10th Muharram procession in Srinagar
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has decided not to permit the 10th Muharram procession in Srinagar, scheduled from Abi Guzar to Ali Park Zadibal.
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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists
Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.
AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed
AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.
900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.
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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.