Waheed Para Demands Scrapping of Reservation Policy in J&K, Cites Merit Concerns

Waheed Para Demands Scrapping of Reservation Policy in J&K, Cites Merit Concerns

Pulwama MLA says government must scrap unjust policy against merit and ensure reservations reflect true population proportions. PDP leader Waheed Para on Wednesday called for the scrapping of the reservation policy in Jammu and Kashmir, saying it can compromise the long-term quality and competence of institutions. In a post on X, Para said the J&K PSC-2023 results had only 40% of candidates selected on “open merit”, despite more than 70% of the state population being in the unreserved category. He was commenting on the candidates called for the Jammu and…

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Political Boycott: NC, CPI(M) Refuse to Join UT Foundation Day Over Rights Concerns

Political Boycott: NC, CPI(M) Refuse to Join UT Foundation Day Over Rights Concerns

‘Assault on constitutional rights can’t be celebrated’: NC, CPI(M) not to participate in UT Foundation Day event Srinagar, Oct 30: National Conference (NC) and CPI(M) on Wednesday said they will not participate in Union Territory (UT) Day function, being celebrated on October 31, tomorrow. They said that assault on constitutional rights can’ be celebrated. They said whatever has been taken away on August 05, 2019 was “unconstitutional”. NC MLA from Zadibal, and party chief spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq said that NC will not join UT Day function. “NC is not going to…

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Mind Over Belly: 6 Psychology-Based Tips to Shed Stubborn Belly Fat

Mind Over Belly: 6 Psychology-Based Tips to Shed Stubborn Belly Fat

Six Proven Psychological Hacks to Help You Lose Belly Fat Naturally By: Javid Amin Achieving fitness goals, especially losing belly fat, is more than just a physical challenge—it’s a mental one, too. While a healthy diet and regular exercise are essential, it’s the psychological strategies that often make the difference between giving up and achieving sustainable results. By understanding how to harness the power of your mind, you can build better habits, manage cravings, and maintain the discipline necessary to reach your goals. Here are six effective psychological tricks to…

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Tragic Turn in Ramban: 2 Dead, 4 Injured in Devastating Road Crash

Tragic Turn in Ramban: 2 Dead, 4 Injured in Devastating Road Crash

2 die, 4 injured in Ramban road accident Srinagar, Oct 30: Two people died, and four others were injured after their car met an accident near Magarkote area of Ramban along the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, officials said Wednesday. Officials said, the car was on its way to Srinagar and the occupants were all from India’s western state of Maharashtra. They said, one woman was also among the dead. All the injured have been moved to Sub-District Hospital Banihal, they said. They identified the injured as Neha 35, Aman 36, Manisha…

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Drug Ring Dismantled: North Kashmir Police’s Dramatic Rs 20 Crore Heroin Seizure

Drug Ring Dismantled: North Kashmir Police's Dramatic Rs 20 Crore Heroin Seizure

Police Bust Rs 20 Crore Heroin Network in North Kashmir, Three Arrested Srinagar, 29 Oct: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday announced the busting of a heroin trafficking network in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district, with the arrest of key operatives and the seizure of 2,695 grams of heroin valued at Rs 20 crores. In a statement a police spokesperson said, “Police reported that a major operation against drug trafficking led to the arrest of three principal figures. Acting on credible intelligence, police detained Nazim Din, 28, son of Alim Din…

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