Year: 2023

Power Pirates Beware: Consumers Found Engaging in Power Theft to Face Criminal Charges

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Power Pirates Beware: Consumers Found Engaging in Power Theft to Face Criminal Charges

KPDCL talks tough, warns it could make list of defaulters public 11,238 connections snapped on account of pending dues 10,465 inspections carried out across Kashmir Division Rs 85.24 cr revenue realised by power distribution corporation Rs 1.03 crore penAlty imposed on consumers engaged in power theft In a concerted effort to curb extensive power theft and address outstanding payments from defaulting consumers, the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) executed an impressive 10,465 inspections and disconnected the power supply of more than 11,000 consumers in the last 10 days of…

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Jammu and Kashmir Grapples with Rising HIV Cases: Region Vulnerable Due to Tourism, Labor Migration

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Jammu and Kashmir Grapples with Rising HIV Cases: Region Vulnerable Due to Tourism, Labor Migration

6,305 HIV cases reported since 1998, region facing increased risk due to tourism, influx of migrant labourers: Officials The cases of HIV/AIDS are increasing with each passing year in Jammu and Kashmir, as a total of 6,305 patients have tested positive in the region from 1998 until October 2023. A top health official informed the news agency Kashmir News Observer that 1,452 HIV-positive patients have died since 1998 until October 2023, while 3,583 patients are living on Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART). He added that 521 patients have left follow-up. A view…

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Omar Abdullah Criticises BJP and Election Commission for Stalling Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections

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Omar Abdullah Criticises BJP and Election Commission for Stalling Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections

Fielding media questions after addressing a public rally in Rajouri’s Nowshera, Omar said that being on a sticky wicket, BJP doesn’t want to hold elections in the UT National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah on Saturday blamed the Election Commission and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the delay in holding assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir. Fielding media questions after addressing a public rally in Rajouri’s Nowshera, Omar said that being on a sticky wicket, BJP doesn’t want to hold elections in the UT. “Leave aside 50 plus seats, the…

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UAPA Charges Withdrawn: 7 SKUAST Students Released on Interim Bail

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UAPA Charges Withdrawn: 7 SKUAST Students Released on Interim Bail

The students, all hailing from Kashmir, were booked under the UAPA for allegedly celebrating India’s loss in the ICC Cricket World Cup final against Australia. After police dropped the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) charges against the seven students of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST), the court of judicial magistrate in Ganderbal granted interim bail to all the accused students. The students, all hailing from Kashmir, were booked under the UAPA for allegedly celebrating India’s loss in the ICC Cricket World Cup final against Australia and raising…

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As Farmer Protest Escalates, Authorities Clear Jalandhar-Pathankot Highway, took leaders into custody

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As Farmer Protest Escalates Authorities Clear Jalandhar-Pathankot Highway took leaders into custody

Sources say police had information that farmers could march towards Gurdaspur to obstruct AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal and CM Bhagwant Mann’s rally. Protesting farmers and police came face to face in Mukerian on Saturday when the latter used force to lift the dharna from the Jalandhar-Pathankot highway and detained a large number of farmer leaders and activists. The farmers have been demonstrating in front of the Mukerian sugar mill since Friday to press for their demands. The district administration had appealed the protesters to lift the blockade on Friday…

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‘Rubbing Salt on Our Wounds’: Omar Abdullah on Nagaland State Day Celebrations in J&K

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'Rubbing Salt on Our Wounds': Omar Abdullah on Nagaland State Day Celebrations in J&K

Fostering the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, Nagaland Statehood Day was celebrated at Raj Bhawan in Jammu on Friday, leading to criticism from National Conference leader and former CM Omar Abdullah National Conference (NC) leader Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the Raj Bhavan was “rubbing salt into the wounds” of the people of Jammu and Kashmir by celebrating Nagaland Statehood Day. Fostering the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, Nagaland Statehood Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Raj Bhavan in Jammu on Friday, an official spokesperson said. However, referring…

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Safeguarding Yourself Against Aadhaar-Enabled Payment System (AEPS) Frauds: A Comprehensive Guide

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Safeguarding Yourself Against Aadhaar-Enabled Payment System (AEPS) Frauds: A Comprehensive Guide

Empower Yourself with Knowledge: A Comprehensive Guide to Combating AEPS Frauds By: Javid Amin The Aadhaar-Enabled Payment System (AEPS) has revolutionized the way we conduct financial transactions, providing a convenient and accessible platform for making payments. However, with the growing popularity of AEPS, there has also been an increase in fraudulent activities. In this comprehensive guide, we will discuss the different types of AEPS frauds, how to identify them, and the steps you can take to safeguard yourself from falling victim to these scams. Types of AEPS Frauds There are…

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Winter Dreams Come True: Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Doodhpathri Transformed into Snow-Laden Paradises

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Winter Dreams Come True: Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Doodhpathri Transformed into Snow-Laden Paradises

Embracing Winter Magic: A Tale of Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Doodhpathri As winter’s icy fingers delicately touch the landscape, transforming it into a wonderland, the enchanting hill stations of Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Doodhpathri in Kashmir undergo a metamorphosis. These pristine destinations, once adorned with lush greenery, now wear a glistening white blanket of snow, creating a visual symphony that captivates every onlooker. Gulmarg: A Haven for Winter Sports Gulmarg, often hailed as the crown jewel of Kashmir, is a winter sports enthusiast’s dream come true. The slopes of the Affarwat mountains,…

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Six Individuals Face Legal Action for Spreading Misinformation

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Six Individuals Face Legal Action for Spreading Misinformation

A day after Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Ranjan Swain said that they have decided to bring a law to deal with misuse of social media for instigation, Police in Srinagar took cognisance and initiated legal action against six persons for propagation of false information on social media platforms. The Police appealed to the people to desist from posting any material that would lead to instigation and breach of peace. “Srinagar Police and Cyber Police Kashmir have taken cognisance against six persons for the propagation of false information, instigative…

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Rs 250 Crore Fraud Unravelled: Former J&K Co-operative Bank Chairman Nabbed in Massive Money Laundering Scheme

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Rs 250 Crore Fraud Unravelled: Former J&K Co-operative Bank Chairman Nabbed in Massive Money Laundering Scheme

Former bank chairman Mohammad Shafi Dar arrested along with chairman of River Jhelum Cooperative Housing Building Society, a ‘fictitious firm’ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested former J&K Co-operative Bank chairman Mohammad Shafi Dar in connection with a Rs 250-crore money laundering case in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Friday. Dar was arrested along with Mohammad Hilal A Mir, the chairman of the River Jhelum Cooperative Housing Building Society, a “fictitious firm”, and they will be presented before a special court, according to the officials. The ED had conducted…

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