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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 4 (ANI): Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday came down heavily on the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) over its pitch to reconsider the words 'secular and socialist' from the Preamble of the Indian Constitution while saying that it was 'all talk'. He dared and challenged RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale and top leaders of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the centre to remove the words 'secular and socialist' from the Preamble. 'Da ...Read More >
Srinagar- A local court in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday dismissed a case of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) violation filed against PDP leader and MLA Waheed-Ur-Rehman Parra in connection with a roadshow he held during last year's Lok Sabha elections in Pulwama district. The case, registered under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), was dismissed by Additional Special Mobile Magistrate Awantipora, Muneer Ahmad Bhat, who ruled that no cognisance of the offence could be taken due to procedural ...Read More >
Srinagar- The Economic Offence Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir on Thursday filed Chargesheet against a doctor for submitting fake MCI Certificate along with other documents at the time of engagement at SKIMS Bemina. In a statement, the The Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar (Crime Branch Kashmir) said that it has submitted Charge-sheet in Case FIR No. 01/2023 U/S 420, 467, 468, 471, 201 RPC before the Hon'ble Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar against Numan Farooq Wani S/o Late Farooq Ahmad ...Read More >
Srinagar- Police on Wednesday said that in a significant initiative aimed at providing timely support and assistance to the families affected by terrorism, Police have established dedicated Grievance Cells/Helplines in Anantnag, Budgam, Baramulla and Sopore. This initiative is intended to facilitate the registration and resolution of grievances of terrorism affected families across the district. In a statement, the police said that in Anantnag, a helpline has been established at the District Po ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday hailed the unwavering courage and resilience of residents living along the International Border, calling them the "first line of defence" during a visit to the border village of Changiya in Arnia sector of Jammu. Addressing a public gathering and paying obeisance at the sacred Daati Maa Dev Sthan of the Mahajan Phagetra Biradari, the LG commended the role played by the border communities during Operation Sindoor, when Indian armed forces ca ...Read More >
Srinagar- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, requesting an enhancement of Vande Bharat train services in the Union Territory. The demands include increasing the frequency of the trains, augmenting coach capacity, rescheduling timings for better public convenience, and providing onboard internet connectivity. In a letter sent last week, Omar Abdullah welcomed the recent launch of the Vande Bharat Express between Katra and Srinagar, describing it ...Read More >
Srinagar- As Jammu and Kashmir braces for light to moderate rainfall from July 5 onwards, several areas across the region experienced a slight drop in temperatures on Wednesday, offering relief from the intense heat wave that gripped the Valley over the past week. According to the Meteorological Department, Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a maximum temperature of 32.8°C, down from 34.2°C a day earlier. Qazigund recorded 29.2°C, while Pahalgam saw a pleasant 27.2°C. K ...Read More >
Jammu- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday flagged off the first batch of devotees for the pilgrimage to the holy cave of Amarnath, from Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp. The Lieutenant Governor extended his best wishes to all the pilgrims for a safe and blissful journey. "This sacred pilgrimage is a journey of faith and self-discovery. Wishing all spiritual seekers a safe and comfortable journey to the holy abode of Lord Shiva and deep soul-stirring experience," the Lieutenant Governor said. ...Read More >
Srinagar- In response to heightened security concerns, authorities have put in place an elaborate multi-tiered security framework for the annual Amarnath Yatra, which begins July 3. The joint efforts of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army, CRPF, BSF, ITBP, and SDRF aim to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage for thousands of devotees arriving from across the country. Jammu Police have established joint checkpoints across strategic locations, including key stretches of the Jammu-Srinagar National ...Read More >
New Delhi: With the completion of eight years, implementing the goods and services tax (GST) -- one of the country's biggest tax reforms, India has broken all the stereotypes by showcasing a perfect balance between Centre and state administrations and coming together to make decisions and resolve issues as well. Back on July 1, 2017, the GST was rolled out with a promise that the country will bring 'one nation, one tax' by merging various indirect taxes under one umbrella. As of today, it is pa ...Read More >
Srinagar- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday inaugurated a buyer-seller meet here to empower local artisans and boost the economy. "The Chief Minister inaugurated the Buyer-Seller Meet at SKICC today. The initiative aims to empower artisans and strengthen the local economy by creating direct market linkages and promoting local products. The meet is hosting 15 international and 30 national buyers," Omar posted on his official X handle. Talking to reporters later, Omar said the effectiveness ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the arrangements made for this year's Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra are significantly better than in previous years, both in terms of security and facilities for pilgrims. Reviewing the preparedness at the Baltal Base Camp in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district ahead of the Yatra's commencement on July 3, LG Sinha lauded the coordinated efforts of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), civil administration, J&K Police, security forces, a ...Read More >
Jammu- Defying fear in the wake of the horrific April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, hundreds of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims from across the country lined up at the Saraswati Dham registration centre in Jammu on the first day of offline registration, many choosing to take the Pahalgam route as an act of tribute and resistance. "Bullets and bombs cannot stop us from having Baba Barfani's darshan," said Devakar Kadam, a Mumbai resident embarking on his 11th pilgrimage. "We will never bow to fear. This ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jun 30 (PTI) In a crackdown against autorickshaws overcharging and plying illegally, Karnataka transport department authorities on Monday registered 260 cases and seized 98 vehicles. The action came days after state Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy directed the transport commissioner to take strict action against app-based and other autorickshaws in Bengaluru that charge fares above the government-fixed rates, calling the practice a "daylight robbery". In a letter dated June 28, t ...Read More >
Srinagar- Get ready for a series of significant financial and travel regulation changes rolling out across India starting July 1. These updates will impact everything from how you file your income tax returns to how you use your credit cards and book train tickets, directly affecting individual taxpayers and customers of major banks like HDFC, SBI, and ICICI. One of the most impactful changes comes from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). From Tuesday, Aadhaar verification will be mandato ...Read More >
Anantnag- Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir Nalin Prabhat Monday chaired a high-level Joint Security Review meeting at Range Police Headquarters, Anantnag, to assess the overall security scenario in South Kashmir, with a special focus on the forthcoming Amarnath Yatra. Following the meeting, the DGP, accompanied by Special DGP Coordination Shri SJM Gillani,IPS, IGP Security J&K Sujit Kumar,IPS, DIGP SKR and other senior officers conducted an extensive field visit of key areas in and ...Read More >
Srinagar- The Jammu and Kashmir police on Monday attached a residential property worth Rs 50 Lakhs of an drug peddler in Bemina area of Srinagar. "In yet another decisive action against the menace of drugs in society and to dismantle the infrastructure supporting illegal narcotics network, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property -- comprising a single-storeyed residential property -- worth approximately *Rs 50 lakhs* belonging to a notorious drug peddler namely Hilal Ahmad Bhat S/o ...Read More >
Shimla: Heavy rains lashed Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, triggering landslides and flash floods and blocking more than 100 roads, even as the weather department issued a red alert.A landslide at Chakki Mod near Parwanoo blocked the Chandigarh-Shimla highway for hours, resulting in a massive traffic jam Sunday morning. The local administration had to divert traffic through the Jangeshu link road until the landslide debris was cleared at Chakki Mod.The traffic was first restored one-way and later tw ...Read More >
Srinagar- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said foreign countries were told clearly during the post-Operation Sindoor diplomatic outreach that in case of a fresh provocation, India would repeat its action. Speaking at a discussion at the Ahmedabad Management Association, Tharoor said Indian delegations which visited foreign countries in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor managed to convey that India acted with restraint and responsibility. "In other places, we actually were able to get s ...Read More >
Srinagar- The Jammu and Kashmir administration has failed to utilise nearly half of the central funds allocated for constructing underground bunkers in border areas over the last five years, an RTI reply has revealed, raising fresh concerns about civilian safety in light of last month's intense cross-border shelling. According to information obtained through a Right to Information (RTI) application filed by Jammu-based activist Raman Kumar, the Union Territory received ₹242.77 crore from the Ce ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 29: Facing mounting opposition to the introduction of Hindi language in Maharashtra schools from classes 1 to 5, the state cabinet on Sunday decided to withdraw two GRs (government orders) on the implementation of the three-language policy. Immediately after the announcement, the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) said the protest march planned on July 5 against the GRs has been cancelled. However, Uddhav Thackeray said that a ...Read More >
Srinagar- In a significant move, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Sunday vowed long-overdue justice, recognition, and support for victims of terrorism whose stories, he said, had been buried by decades of silence and systemic neglect. LG Sinha who met with over 80 families of Kashmiri civilians killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists over the last three decades pledged justice, recognition, and long-overdue support for the victims who, he said, had been forgotten by the system for years. Calling i ...Read More >
Tumakuru (Karnataka): In a chilling case of murder and betrayal, a woman and her lover allegedly killed her husband and dumped his body nearly 30 kilometers away in an attempt to cover up the crime. The incident occurred on June 24 in Kadashettihalli village, located in Tiptur taluk of Tumakuru district. Illicit Affair Leads To Killing The victim, 50-year-old Shankaramurthy, had been living alone in a farmhouse. His wife, Sumangala, worked as a cook at the Kalpataru Girls' Hostel in Tiptur. Ac ...Read More >
Srinagar- In a move aimed at reshaping public service delivery and enhancing governance, the Jammu & Kashmir administration is set to introduce Unique Family IDs for every household in the Union Territory. The initiative, discussed in detail during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Saturday, is designed to serve as a centralised, verifiable source of truth for all government departments. The meeting, held at the Civil Secretariat, brought together top officials incl ...Read More >
Srinagar- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday urged all stakeholders to join hands in restoring Jammu and Kashmir's position as India's premier tourist destination, saying it was a shared responsibility that must be met with urgency and vision. "It is the collective duty of the government and tourism stakeholders to restore Jammu and Kashmir's position as the country's pre-eminent tourist destination and ensure it remains so," Omar said while addressing the J&K Tourism Revival Dialogue organ ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Super ECBC (Energy Conservation Building Code) compliant building at Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Terming it a landmark in sustainable infrastructure, he emphasised the government's commitment to energy efficiency and green design in public facilities. The facility will serve as a national-level training hub for power sector staff. He urged power utilities to expedite 20 lakh rooftop solar connecti ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday lauded the role of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets during Operation Sindoor, calling their contributions a shining example of selfless service and commitment to the nation. Speaking at the Special National Integration Camp at Chinar Auditorium, Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar, the LG said the cadets "rose to the occasion during difficult times," referring to their active participation in relief efforts during Operation Sindoor. "Beyond ...Read More >
Srinagar- Jailed Lok Sabha MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid, popularly known as Engineer Rashid, will observe a 24-hour hunger strike inside Tihar Jail from 8 pm Saturday to 8 pm Sunday, in protest against what he calls the "continued denial of democratic rights" to the people of Kashmir. In a statement issued on Friday, Rashid's party, the Awami Ittehad Party (AIP), said the hunger strike comes amid the national political discourse around the 1975 Emergency and growing accusations of authoritarianism be ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The BJP rushed to the defence of the state government over its decision to introduce Hindi as an optional language for Classes 1 to 5 after the Thackeray cousins announced their decision to hold a joint morcha against "imposition" of Hindi in state schools.CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said Marathi is compulsory, Hindi is optional. "Basically, students can learn any Indian language. We have accepted the three-language policy. When NE was introduced, the Uddhav Thackeray govt was in offi ...Read More >
Srinagar- A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court on Friday granted a 10-day remand of two men arrested for allegedly sheltering Pakistani terrorists involved in the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in April, officials said. The two accused -- Parvaiz Ahmad Jothar of Batkote and Bashir Ahmad Jothar of Hill Park, Pahalgam -- were earlier sent to five-day custody on Monday. With that remand ending on Friday, the NIA sought and secured a further 10-day remand from the special court. The ...Read More >
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