News Topic:Street Vendors
Kashmir
Pulwama residents seek action over loudspeaker use by mobile vendors
Pulwama residents have urged authorities to regulate loudspeaker use by mobile vegetable and fruit vendors during early morning hours in residential areas.
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Health
Waqf Board forms panel after food oil rodent incident
After a huge crisis over unhygienic street food and public outcry on dead rodents in food oil, the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board on Sunday formed a committee.
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Business & Economy
Doctors’ warning leads to 50% drop in watermelon sales in Kashmir
Kashmir has witnessed a 50% decrease in watermelon sales following concerns raised on social media regarding the safety of consuming artificially ripened watermelons.
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News & Interviews
Kashmir watermelon controversy sparks concerns and financial strain for vendors
A social media storm ignited by a tweet from Dr Wajahat, warning against the consumption of artificially ripened watermelons, has led to widespread confusion.
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J&K households face continued price pressure as essential commodity costs remain elevated
J&K households face continued price pressure as essential commodity costs remain elevated despite price monitoring, inspections and consumer-protection measures.
Former MLC Syed Asgar Ali returns to PDP
Former Kishtwar MLC Syed Asgar Ali has returned to the PDP in Srinagar in the presence of party president Mehbooba Mufti after joining NC in 2019.
Jamaat-e-Islami rift widens as former chief distances group from JDF
Jamaat-e-Islami’s internal dispute has widened as Ghulam Mohammad Bhat distances it from JDF, while Mehbooba Mufti and Mirwaiz seek due process.
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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.