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Redefining Development: The Need for Revenue-Generating Initiatives in Jammu & Kashmir

Mushtaq Bala Jammu and Kashmir stands at a defining moment in its developmental journey. The Union Territory, endowed with natural beauty, cultural heritage, and human potential, must now move beyond dependency on government employment and subsidies toward self-sustaining, revenue-generating models that empower its people and enrich its identity. The time has come to create opportunities…

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Vande Mataram – the first proclamation of cultural nationalism, writes Union Home Minister Amit Shah

PM Modi shares HM Amit Shah’s article written on Vande Mataram STC NEWS MONITORING DESKSTINAGAR, NOVEMBER 08 (STC): Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared the article written by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram.In a social media post, Modi said that the article highlights how Vande Mataram became a dawn-song…

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Major Narco-terror case: SIA files chargesheet linking it to Pakistan-based handler

On January 6, 2025 more than nine kilograms of heroin were recovered from a Tata Sumo during naka checking near Parimpora, Srinagar. STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 08 (STC): The State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in a narco-terror case connected to a Pakistan-based handler. The chargesheet mentions names of-seven accused with the…

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CM Omar Abdullah links concession of 200 free power units to smart meters

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 08 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has linked availing of the facility of 200 free power units to smart meters. Those desirous of availing the benefit have to get smart meters installed. Otherwise, the consumers won’t be eligible for the concession.“The consumers must install smart electricity meters to…

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Kashmir to host IPL matches after International Cricket Stadium is established in Budgam: CM Omar Abdullah

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 08 (STC): In a significant development on sports front, the Jammu and Kashmir government is contemplating a plan to host Indian Premier League (IPL) matches and other international events in Kashmir. For organising these premier events in the game of cricket, a new international cricket stadium and academy is being established…

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