Year: 2023

Giriraj Singh Sparks Controversy with Call to Ban Halal Products, Drawing Parallels to ‘Jihad’

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Giriraj Singh Sparks Controversy with Call to Ban Halal Products, Drawing Parallels to ‘Jihad’

Union minister calls for ban on Halal certificates in Bihar, raises concerns about alleged link between Halal certification and discriminatory activities. Union minister Giriraj Singh has called for an immediate ban on Halal certificates on food products in Bihar by following the lead of Uttar Pradesh. In a letter addressed to Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, the union minister for rural development raised concerns about the alleged link between Halal certification and potential involvement in socially discriminatory and terrorist activities. The minister asserted that such certification, which has no connection…

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Punjab Gurdwara Clash Turns Deadly: Nihang Sikh Opens Fire, Killing One Constable and Injuring Five

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Punjab Gurdwara Clash Turns Deadly: Nihang Sikh Opens Fire, Killing One Constable and Injuring Five

Tension escalates as Nihang Sikhs open fire on police, one constable killed. A Punjab home guards constable was killed and five policemen were injured in a clash with Nihang Sikhs in Kapurthala’s Sultanpur Lodhi in the wee hours on Thursday. The deceased constable has been identified as Jaspal Singh, who was posted at Sultanpur Lodhi police station. Two of the Nihang groups have been at loggerheads for the past three days over the control of the Gurdwara Akal Bunga situated opposite to main Gurdwara Ber Sahib. However, the situation escalated…

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Omar Abdullah Urges PM Modi to Return Control of NHPC Power Projects to Jammu and Kashmir

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Omar Abdullah Urges PM Modi to Return Control of NHPC Power Projects to Jammu and Kashmir

Former chief minister and National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah today appealed the prime minister Narendra Modi to return the power projects under National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) in Jammu and Kashmir to the J&K people. He was talking to media persons on the sidelines of a function in Beerwah area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district, a local news agency KNS said. “We have never handed over power projects to NHPC, instead it was compulsion then. We have repeatedly said that NHPC earned a lot from these projects, so…

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Crackdown on Hooking and Power Theft: KPDCL Intensifies Night Inspections to Safeguard Power Supply

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Crackdown on Hooking and Power Theft: KPDCL Intensifies Night Inspections to Safeguard Power Supply

The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has accelerated the pace of night patrolling and inspections across all 10 districts of the Kashmir division to combat incidents of massive hooking and power theft by consumers that often result in outages and damage to distribution transformers. An official spokesman in a statement issued here said that KPDCL also warned that legal action should be taken against offenders found involved in rampant hooking and connecting electricity lines of their own. While incidents of hooking in metered areas on bare conductors have witnessed…

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Early Winter Vacations for Kashmir Schools Under Consideration as Cold Wave Intensifies

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Early Winter Vacations for Kashmir Schools Under Consideration as Cold Wave Intensifies

According to officials, the vacations for primary classes in schools in Kashmir valley could start as early as the end of this week In a significant development, the divisional administration in Kashmir is considering announcing early winter vacations for kindergarten and primary classes. Talking to Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri emphasised the need for comprehensive planning, considering various aspects within an academic session. “Due to the changing weather, the government is contemplating an early announcement of winter vacations for which the formal announcement will be made in a day or…

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Army Captains Among Four Soldiers Killed in Fierce Firefight with Militants

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Army Captains Among Four Soldiers Killed in Fierce Firefight with Militants

Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir – 23 – Nov- 2023 In a tragic turn of events, four valiant Army personnel, including two Captains, laid down their lives in a fierce encounter that erupted between security forces and militants in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. The intense gunfight, which continues to rage in the area, has resulted in the death of one militant, while additional troops have been deployed to neutralize the remaining militants. The encounter commenced early on Wednesday morning when security forces received credible intelligence regarding…

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Shielding Your Lungs from Winter’s Pneumonia Grip: Essential Lifestyle Habits

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Shielding Your Lungs from Winter's Pneumonia Grip: Essential Lifestyle Habits

Winter season can catch you off guard with its many health risks including pneumonia. Strengthen your lung health with these essential tips. Winter season brings with it a pleasant nip in the air but could trigger onset of certain illnesses in vulnerable population. As the mercury drops, a rise in pneumonia cases is reported and people who have existing lung issues like COPD, asthma, low immunity or chronic diseases such as diabetes or blood pressure are doubly at risk and must exercise caution around this time of the year. Pneumonia…

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Unlock Lucrative AI Career Opportunities with Amazon’s Free ‘AI Ready’ Courses

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Unlock Lucrative AI Career Opportunities with Amazon's Free 'AI Ready' Courses

Amazon’s “AI Ready” Initiative: A Revolution in AI Education By: Javid Amin In a groundbreaking move towards democratizing access to the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI), Amazon has introduced “AI Ready,” an expansive initiative committed to providing free AI skills training to 2 million people worldwide by 2025. This forward-thinking program, designed to meet the burgeoning demand for AI talent, encompasses a suite of courses, hands-on learning opportunities, and scholarships, with the aim of empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds to embark on rewarding careers in the thriving AI industry.…

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Erratic Power Supply Causing Mental Health Concerns among Residents

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Erratic Power Supply Causing Mental Health Concerns among Residents

Nowadays, Kashmiris are facing a dual challenge: battling the harsh cold and coping with the mental health effects of frequent power cuts and electricity shortages. The continued power cuts have caused a wave of anxiety and unnecessary stress for the local populace. During the winter months, Kashmir experiences widespread power outages, often leaving homes and businesses without electricity for days together. The situation is particularly dire in Srinagar downtown and many rural pockets, where power cuts have become an unwelcome norm. “We are used to power cuts, but these seem…

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Four Govt Employees Removed from Service for Anti-National Conduct

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Four Govt Employees Removed from Service for Anti-National Conduct

The Jammu & Kashmir government has taken stern action by terminating four employees for their alleged involvement in anti-national and terror-related activities. The employees, identified as Dr. Nisar-ul Hassan, Abdul Majeed Bhat, Farooq Ahmad Mir, and Abdul Saleem Rather, were serving in various capacities across the government. Dr. Nisar-ul Hassan, an Assistant Professor (Medicine) at SMHS hospital, was terminated for his alleged involvement in spreading anti-national sentiments among students and colleagues. Abdul Majeed Bhat, a constable in the J&K Police, was dismissed for his links to terror-related activities. Farooq Ahmad…

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