May 30, 2026
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J&K: Six Tourists Injured After Hotel Lift Collapses in Srinagar

SRINAGAR, Apr 24: Six tourists from Bengaluru were injured after a lift reportedly collapsed at a hotel in the Hyderpora area of Srinagar on Friday. They were later shifted to Bone and Joint Hospital, Barzulla, for treatment, officials said. The incident took place at a hotel in Hyderpora where the tourists were staying. The injured

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Jammu and Kashmir

Drug Info Direct to SSP: Baramulla Police Launch Anonymous Tip Line for Action

Baramulla, Apr 23 : In a move to intensify the fight against drug trafficking, Baramulla Police has launched an anonymous anti-drug tip line, officials said on Thursday. An official told news agency Kashmir News Agency that the helpline number — 95967-67701 — has been placed under the personal supervision of the Senior Superintendent of Police

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Jammu and Kashmir

Centre Must Win People’s Hearts for Real Peace in J&K: Mehbooba Mufti

SRINAGAR, Apr 16: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday said that if the Centre wants to ensure real peace and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir, it must focus on winning the trust and hearts of the people. Speaking to reporters in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, Mehbooba Mufti said that lasting peace in the region is

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National

No Reservation for Muslims; Religion-Based Quota Unconstitutional: Shah

NEW DELHI, Apr 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that reservation for Muslims on the basis of religion will not be provided, stating that such a quota would be unconstitutional. Speaking during a heated 40-minute debate in the Lok Sabha, after which three bills related to amendments in the women’s reservation law

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Jammu and Kashmir

Three Held for Spreading Misinformation on Social Media in Baramulla, J&K

SRINAGAR, Apr 16: Three persons were arrested in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district for allegedly spreading rumours on social media with the intent to disturb peace, police said on Thursday. Police in the Sopore area of north Kashmir said the accused were detained for circulating misinformation and sharing old videos while falsely portraying them as

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Jammu and Kashmir

GST Tribunal Appeal Deadline Extended in Jammu and Kashmir

JAMMU, Apr 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has extended the deadline for filing appeals before the GST Appellate Tribunal, aiming to ease the process for taxpayers. According to a notification issued by the Finance Department, taxpayers who received appealable orders before April 1, 2026, can now submit their appeals up to June 30, 2026.

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Jammu and Kashmir

No State Will Be Discriminated in Delimitation Exercise, Says PM in Lok Sabha

NEW DELHI, Apr 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that no state—whether big or small, north, south, east or west—will face discrimination in the delimitation of constituencies linked to the implementation of the women’s reservation law. He also warned that those opposing the reform would not be forgiven by the women of the

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Jammu and Kashmir

Justice Hali’s Tenure as J&K School Fee Panel Chair Extended by One Month

JAMMU, Apr 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has extended the tenure of retired Justice Sunil Hali as Chairperson of the Committee for Fixation, Determination and Regulation of Fee of Private Schools in the Union Territory. As per a notification issued by the School Education Department, his tenure—which had ended on March 31, 2026—has now

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Jammu and Kashmir

J&K Govt to Frame Rules for Private Universities

Govt to Frame Rules, Set Up Expert Committee as Proposals Begin Arriving; Applicants Asked to Wait for Panel JAMMU, Apr 16: Clearing the decks for setting up Private Universities in Jammu and Kashmir for the first time, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has accorded assent to The Jammu and Kashmir Universities Bill, 2026, passed by the

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Sports

Teen sensation Sooryavanshi stuns IPL 2026 with explosive performance

Srinagar, April 11 : Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has emerged as one of the biggest highlights of Indian Premier League 2026, captivating fans with his fearless and explosive performances. In a recent match in Guwahati, thousands of spectators were left stunned by Sooryavanshi’s remarkable innings, which turned the game into a spectacle. Many fans

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