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  The Government of Jammu and Kashmir recently upgraded the Jammu and Kashmir portal with latest features. It now has links to important websites like LG office, J&K police, GAD, JKPSC and JKSSB etc. Significantly the portal also gives insights about latest news & happenings related to Jammu & Kashmir thereby giving authentic information to […]

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Scores detained in Hong Kong on Tiananmen crackdown anniversary

Scores detained in Hong Kong on Tiananmen crackdown anniversary

Hong Kong police searched and detained scores of people on Sunday, including four arrested for “seditious” intent, as authorities tightened security for the 34th anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown. Restrictions in Hong Kong have stifled what were once the largest vigils marking the anniversary of the bloody crackdown by Chinese troops on pro-democracy […]

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England name unchanged squad for first two Ashes Tests

England name unchanged squad for first two Ashes Tests

Josh Tongue has been named in England’s Ashes squad for the first two Test matches against Australia. The 25-year-old Worcestershire seamer, who made his debut in the one-off Test match against Ireland, seems to have done enough to convince the selectors and retain his place in the unchanged 16-man squad. With Jonny Bairstow being the […]

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US defence chief tells China talks essential to avoid crisis

US defence chief tells China talks essential to avoid crisis

United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said on Saturday he was deeply concerned by China’s unwillingness to engage on military crisis management, warning that talks are key to avoiding conflict. The relationship between the United States and China is at its lowest point in decades, as they remain deeply divided over everything from the […]

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DC Srinagar visits IMHANS: Finalises Action plan for establishment of Addiction Treatment Facility

DC Srinagar visits IMHANS: Finalises Action plan for establishment of Addiction Treatment Facility

Interacts with victims of Substance Abuse in SMHS Psychiatry Department Skill Development and Rehabilitation Centre for affected youth to come up shortly SRINAGAR JUNE 03: The Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Mohammad Aijaz Asad here on Saturday undertook a visit to Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences(IMHANS) Govt Psychiatric Diseases Hospital, Kathi Darwaza to finalise the Action […]

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Lt Governor visits Budgam, addresses public function at Beerwah

Lt Governor visits Budgam, addresses public function at Beerwah

Budgam is rapidly achieving all-round development and it has been possible because of the hard work, competence, integrity and excellent coordination between PRIs and district administration: LG Sinha District Administration have undertaken several infrastructure projects of unprecedented magnitude which are being implemented at an unprecedented speed for ease of living, to evolve a holistic strategy […]

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After days of rain, mainly clear weather forecast in J&K till June 12

After days of rain, mainly clear weather forecast in J&K till June 12

After days of intermittent rain, the weather is finally going to be “mainly clear” even though the possibility of late afternoon and evening showers have not been ruled out completely, according to the latest forecast by the meteorological department here on Saturday. The weather department said that farmers can carry out farm operations till June […]

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Green houses

Green houses

With focus on the agriculture and allied sectors J&K administration is trying to make the lives of farmers better. Recently LG Manoj Sinha addressed Kisan Sampark Abhiyan at Panchayat Hardapanzoo, Budgam. He said that in the last financial year, 14 hi-tech poly green houses and 110 mushroom units were set up in the district.  Moreover, […]

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CS stresses on offering online appointments in JK Hospitals

CS stresses on offering online appointments in JK Hospitals

Chairs 12th Governing Body meeting of NHM SRINAGAR, JUNE 02: Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta today stressed on extending the facility of online appointments with doctors in the health institutions of J&K. He impressed on the health officers to work for making this service available to public within a month’s time. Dr Mehta was […]

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Union Joint Secretary inspects Amrit Sarovars, launches plantation drive, interacts with PRIs

Union Joint Secretary inspects Amrit Sarovars, launches plantation drive, interacts with PRIs

DODA, JUNE 02: Union Joint Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region and Central Nodal Officer (NO) for Jal Shakti Abhiyan (JSA), ‘Catch the Rain’ (CTR), Angshuman Dey, today visited Amrit Sarovars constructed under MGNREGA at Thilroo, Pranoo panchayat and Upper Bhalla. He was accompanied by Scientist D, CGWB, Gargee Sharma and members of […]