News Topic:Srinagar
Kashmir
Kashmir locals grapple with power woes
Residents of Kashmir Valley find themselves grappling with dual challenges as they face exorbitant power bills and frequent outages during Fajar prayers.
Health
Obstructing ambulances may incur Rs 10,000 fine or 6-month jail term
The Traffic Police Department issued a stern warning on Sunday, cautioning that obstructing ambulances could result in hefty fines or imprisonment for up to six months.
Kashmir
Young woman found dead under suspicious circumstances in Srinagar
Authorities are investigating the mysterious death of a young woman, aged 21, whose body was found in central Kashmir's Srinagar district on Saturday evening.
Media Watch
J-K’s CEO emphasizes media’s role in ensuring fair elections
The Chief Electoral Officer, Jammu and Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole on Saturday said that the media plays the role of watchdog for fair and transparent elections.
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Kashmir
Revised entry fees announced for Srinagar parks and gardens
The Department of Floriculture, Gardens, and Parks in Srinagar has revealed updated entry fee rates for all parks and gardens under its purview, effective March 1, 2024.
Kashmir
Mirwaiz again barred from offering Friday prayers: Auqaf
Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid Srinagar has strongly condemned the continuous disallowing Mirwaiz Muhammad Umar Farooq from delivering sermons.
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Politics
Farooq Abdullah advocates for stable Pakistan, rules out pre-poll alliances
Member of Parliament, Dr Farooq Abdullah, emphasized the importance of a stable Pakistan for the entire Indian subcontinent during a press conference in Srinagar.
Kashmir
State Investigation Agency conducts raids at 18 locations in Srinagar
The State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Thursday raided at least 18 locations in the summer capital Srinagar in connection with an investigation of a case.
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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.