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Uttar Pradesh: NHRC Issues Notice to DGP, Home Secretary Over Alleged Police Excess in Meerut Protest

The National Human Rights Commission has issued notices to the Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police and Home Secretary concerning alleged police excess during a protest in Meerut. The complaint details an alleged brutal lathi-charge that resulted in severe injuries to protesters seeking justice in a murder case.

Madras High Court Refuses Interim Stay on ‘Idhayam Murali’ Release Amid Payment Dispute

The Madras High Court has refused to grant an interim stay on the release of 'Idhayam Murali', citing a payment dispute between filmmaker Sudha Kongara and Dawn Pictures over the film 'Parasakthi'. The matter has been referred to arbitration.

Chennai Man Arrested for Assault and Threats After Woman Rejects Marriage Proposal

Chennai police have arrested a 25-year-old man for assault and death threats after a woman rejected his marriage proposal following a period of alleged relationship. The accused reportedly promised to marry the complainant, but later refused and resorted to violence and threats.

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Israelis Brace for Passover Amidst Heightened War Concerns

Israelis are marking the approach of the Passover festival with a subdued atmosphere, marked by heightened security concerns and a widespread sense of caution among the population due to the ongoing conflict.

Twenty-Two Nations Demand Iran Halt Attacks and Reopen Strait of Hormuz as Natanz Nuclear Site Struck Again

Iran's Natanz uranium enrichment facility, located approximately 220 kilometres southeast of Tehran, was struck in a joint US-Israeli airstrike...

Was Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Anti-Sunni? Separating Sectarian Claims from Political Reality

After the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, social media platforms quickly filled with sharply conflicting narratives....

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NHM, Health Department Repost Officials to Original Postings in Doda’s Thathri; Earlier Transfer Orders Rescinded

The National Health Mission (NHM), Jammu and Kashmir, and the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Jammu, have rescinded earlier transfer and deputation orders, directing several doctors, paramedical staff, and other healthcare officials to return to their original postings in Doda district with immediate effect. The move, which reportedly follows the intervention of Doda MLA Mehraj Malik, is expected to strengthen healthcare services in Thathri and other areas facing persistent staff shortages.

Thathri Bleeds Again: When Will Negligence Stop Being Called a Natural Disaster?

A devastating cloudburst once again struck Thathri, leaving behind a trail of destruction and raising uncomfortable questions about whether the disaster was entirely natural. While cloudbursts are inevitable in the Himalayas, years of unchecked dumping of construction debris into natural drainage channels may have intensified their impact. This article examines the science behind cloudbursts, the recurring devastation in Thathri, and why accountability, scientific planning, and environmental responsibility are essential to prevent future tragedies.

Doda MLA Seeks More Ambulances, Doctor Postings During Meeting With Education Minister

The Doda legislator met Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo and raised concerns over healthcare infrastructure in the district, seeking additional ambulances and the posting of doctors in government hospitals. The minister assured that the issues would be addressed promptly.

Jammu and Kashmir Administration Mandates Prior Permission for Bhaderwah Adventure Activities

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Bhaderwah subdivision have implemented a mandatory prior permission system for all trekking, hiking, and camping activities. The order aims to bolster security and manage risks posed by challenging terrain and natural hazards.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Directs Relief and Restoration Following Doda Cloudburst

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered immediate relief and expedited restoration of NH-244 following a cloudburst in Doda district. No casualties were reported, but property damage occurred.

Kishtwar Accident: Father and Son Among Two Killed as Tipper Plunges into Gorge

A father and son were killed, and two others injured when a tipper vehicle fell into a gorge near Gulabgarh in Kishtwar district. Police have launched an investigation into the fatal accident.

Narrow Escape: Man Rescued After Falling into Chenab River at Thathri

THATHRI — A major tragedy was narrowly averted early...

A Language Dying in the Living Room

Kashmiri has survived centuries of conflict, displacement and political upheaval, but in Jammu and Kashmir's Chenab Valley, its greatest threat may now lie inside the home. This article explores how families are gradually replacing Kashmiri with Urdu and English, disconnecting younger generations from a rich literary heritage shaped by poets such as Rasa Javidani, Bashir Bhaderwahi and Janbaaz Kishtwari. It examines the cultural, social and policy failures driving the language's decline, while questioning whether one of the region's oldest linguistic traditions can still be preserved before it falls silent.

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