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 Bank Q2 net profit rises 10.6% to ₹546 Crore
J&K Bank reported a 10.6% rise in Q2 net profit to ₹546.36 crore, with gross NPAs falling to 2.23% and total business growing 19.38% to ₹3.10 lakh crore.
Kashmir Marathon gets 1,807 registrations, over 2,000 participants expected
Kashmir Marathon has received 1,807 registrations, including 73 foreign athletes from 12 countries. Tourism officials expect participation to cross 2,000.
Ladakh leadership-MHA talks reportedly postponed over lack of formal invitation
Talks between Ladakh leaders and the Union Home Ministry have reportedly been postponed after representatives did not receive a formal meeting invitation.
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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.