Day: November 20, 2024

Power Bill Hike Sparks Outrage: Sajjad Gani Lone Slams Omar Govt

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Power Bill Hike Sparks Outrage: Sajjad Gani Lone Slams Omar Govt

Sajjad Gani Lone slams Omar govt over ‘steep hike’ in power bill Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Tuesday hit out at the National Conference government over the “steep hike in electricity bills”. Claiming that the electricity bills were higher by nearly 50 per cent, Lone, who is MLA from Handwara, criticised the ruling party for creating an “electricity mess” and demanded immediate intervention. “Phone calls from various villages reveal electricity bills inflated by 50%. Even I am confused – did they promise to decrease electricity tariffs or increase…

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Discover Harissa: Kashmir’s Beloved Winter Comfort Food

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Discover Harissa: Kashmir’s Beloved Winter Comfort Food

Spice of Winter: How Harissa Warms Kashmir’s Soul By: Javid Amin Srinagar, Nov 18 – As frost blankets Kashmir, a beloved culinary tradition rises to combat the chill – Harissa, the mutton delicacy that transforms winter mornings into a gastronomic celebration. From the narrow lanes of Aali Kadal to the bustling markets of Srinagar, this centuries-old comfort food is commanding unprecedented attention. By 10 AM, Harissa shops are already sold out, testament to the dish’s irresistible allure. Traditional preparation is an art form, with experts like Muhammad Ismail dedicating generations…

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Challenges Ahead: Omar Abdullah Struggles to Define Turf in J&K Amidst Rule Absence

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Challenges Ahead: Omar Abdullah Struggles to Define Turf in J&K Amidst Rule Absence

In the absence of business rules, Omar Abdullah faces an uphill battle to define turf in J&K As the elected government completed one month in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s battle to define his turf in the Union Territory (UT) remains a tough task. Multiple back-and-forth meetings of the Cabinet sub-committee and senior bureaucrats are yet to finalise the business rules of at least eight departments, top official sources said. An elected government took over reins in J&K on October 16 after a gap of ten years. Official…

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