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Hakeem urges reopening of Budgam tourist destinations
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08 JULY 2025
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Manu Bhaker headlines Indian shooting squad for Asian Championships
Double Olympic-medallist Manu Bhaker was the lone shooter to make the cut for two individual events in the 35-strong Indian squad announced on Monday for the 16th Asian Championship in Shymkent, Kazakhstan from August 16 to 30.
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08 JULY 2025
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Reshwari in Handwara gains popularity as serene eco-tourism destination
HANDWARA: With temperatures soaring across the valley, an increasing number of people are flocking to Reshwari in Handwara, a hidden gem now emerging as a popular getaway.
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08 JULY 2025
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DC inspects progress of ongoing work on GMC Udh
Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai today conducted a comprehensive inspection of the ongoing construction work at the new Government Medical College in Bailey.
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08 JULY 2025
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Torrential downpour in Sgr, other parts, brings relief from heatwave
A major relief from the ongoing heatwave was observed in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday as several regions across the Union Territory, including the summer capital Srinagar, experienced heavy rainfall in the late afternoon. Meteorologists predict more rain and thunderstorms over the next 24 hours across the region.
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08 JULY 2025
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Prepare a Comprehensive Strategy today to Reap Bumper Saffron Harvest in fall 2025
Saffron or Crocus sativus, is an invaluable niche crop of Kishtwar district in Jammu division, J&K. Agriculture Department, Kishtwar (Nov. 22, 2023), estimates annual produce of 9 to 10 quintals from an area of 202 hectares that is cultivated organic by default as well as consciously. 4670 farming families inhabiting a cluster of 19 villages are engaged in the profession. Estimated value of the produce is Rs. 20 crores to 22 crores. The estimates show a considerable scope for expansion as the total potential area for saffron crop in the district is about 742 hectares which includes about 50 hectares of agricultural land designated as nontraditional and 692 hectares as traditional area.
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08 JULY 2025
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DTO Kishtwar organizes training prog
The District Treasury Office Kishtwar successfully organizes a comprehensive training programme on Single Nodal Account SamyochitPronaliAkaritShigrHastantaran (SNA-SPARSH) for Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) and Dealing Assistants of the district.
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08 JULY 2025
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Macadamization work begins on Tujjar Sharief to Zaingeer road
Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, today kick started the macadamization work on the Tujjar Sharif to Zaingeer road via Larkipora, Baramulla, connected to the Kupwara National Highway.
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08 JULY 2025
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YSS, Forest Division launch joint plantation drive
In a significant step towards environmental conservation and clean environment, the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports and Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department (Jammu Forest Division) launched a massive Plantation Drive at Sports Training Centre/Base Camp Nagrota, here today.
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08 JULY 2025
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Teacher's training prog organized at BSF School
JAMMU TAWI, JULY 07 A three-day teacher training programme on \"NAVCHETNAA Module on Life Skills and Drug Education for School Children\" was held at BSF Senior Secondary School, Jammu from July 2 to July 4, 2025, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
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08 JULY 2025
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DDC Doda flags off Rudra Ganga Yatra
In a vibrant and spiritually uplifting ceremony, the District Development Council Chairman, Dhananter Singh Kotwal today flagged off the Rudar Ganga Yatra from Doda to Chandi Dhar Dessa, amidst religious feivour and enthusiastic participation.
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08 JULY 2025
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Judo camp held at CRPF camp
Held under the banner of Judo Association of Judo Association of J&K, a two-week long coaching camp for CRPF personnel wards, concluded at CRPF Group Centre Bantalab, here.
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08 JULY 2025
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Amid heatwave, school timings, dual mode classes spark children’s mental health concerns
As a severe heatwave sweeps across the valley, the recent decision to reopen schools with a 7:30 AM reporting time and to conduct both offline and online classes has ignited widespread concern among parents, students, and health professionals. Critics say this abrupt change is causing distress among children, disrupting sleep patterns, affecting mental well-being, and complicating family routines.
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08 JULY 2025
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BMW Group India records highest-ever H1 car deliveries, on fast-track with 10% growth
Jammu Tawi: Propelling its robust performance in the current year, BMW Group India has posted its highest-ever car deliveries in H1 2025. The company sold 7,774 BMW and MINI cars and 2,569 motorcycles between January to June 2025. BMW sold 7,477 units and MINI 297 units.
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08 JULY 2025
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Yudhvir, Surinder holds public darbar at BJP HQ
Senior BJP leaders Yudhvir Sethi, Vice-President and former MLA from Jammu East, and Surinder Bhagat, MLA from Marh constituency, conducted a Public Darbar at the party’s Trikuta Nagar headquarters to address public grievances.
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08 JULY 2025
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15 Surprisingly Healthy Foods
A healthy diet doesn't have to be boring.
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08 JULY 2025
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Army Chief Munir denies external support during 4-day conflict
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir on Monday criticised India for suggesting that Islamabad received external support during the four-day conflict, saying such assertions are “factually incorrect”.
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08 JULY 2025
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Awareness prog held at Loharakote
On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, a Sub-Division level awareness programme was organized under the Vibrant Village Programme-2.0 (VVP-II) at the border village Loharakote in Sunderbani Sub-Division.
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08 JULY 2025
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Shrine Board Judokas to represent India at International Competitions
Three judokas from the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sports Complex - Varun Sharma, Rajat Singh Chib and Akshay Sharma have earned the distinction of representing India in the esteemed World University Games and Asia Cup, events governed by the International Judo Federation.
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08 JULY 2025
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Shiv Sena (UBT) urges Amarnath pilgrims to explore Jammu's religious, tourist sites
Shiv Sena (UBT) Jammuand Kashmir unit has appealed to Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims to dedicate a day to exploring Jammu’s religious and tourist destinations, aiming to boost local tourism and economy.
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08 JULY 2025
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First-gen Foodpreneurs pack old vada in new pav
Several entrepreneurs are trying to change that by using global practices to sell Indian street food Green mangoes are hard.
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08 JULY 2025
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Aseem flags off Chitto Mata Yatra from Digiana
Amidst chants of devotion and waving saffron flags, senior BJP leader and J&K BJP Vice President Aseem Gupta flagged off the revered Chitto Mata Yatra from Digiana, Jammu.
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08 JULY 2025
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Army hosts Ex-Servicemen Rally
Army hosts Ex-Servicemen Rally
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08 JULY 2025
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JKCA appoints Selectors for 2025-26 season; Sarabjeet to chair Sr Men's Selection Committee
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) including Abdul Qayoom, Vidhya Bhaskar and Meenu Singh Slathia, the Sub Committee of Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has approved the appointment of Selectors for the season 2025-26 with immediate effect.
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08 JULY 2025
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DC presides over IEC Campaign at Poonch
As part of the Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign under the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, the Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal today presided over a comprehensive awareness programme held at the Town Hall, Municipal Council Poonch. The event witnessed active participation from various stakeholders and community members.
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08 JULY 2025
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Portronics introduces 'Tornado'
New Delhi: India's most loved gadget brand, Portronics, has launched a new cleaning tool that fits easily in your hand but delivers a strong punch —Tornado, a cordless air blower made to tackle dust, debris, and dirt in places that are often hard to reach.
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08 JULY 2025
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Srinagar’s Muharram procession was an exhibition of love
PEERZADA UMMER
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08 JULY 2025
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VAJK celebrates World Volleyball Day
Volleyball Association of Jammu and Kashmir (VAJK) today organised a function to celebrate the World Volleyball Day at MA Stadium, here.
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08 JULY 2025
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Horticulture Dept organizes Capacity Building Prog
Raining Program
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08 JULY 2025
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KU holds 9** BAAC meeting
To review and approve the annual financial allocations, the University of Kashmir (KU) convened the 9th meeting of its Budget Assessment & Approval Committee (BAAC) for the financial year 2025-26, chaired by Vice-Chancellor KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan, at the main campus.
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