CM Omar Abdullah pitches for repositioning J&K as destination for value tourism, not volume

STC NEWS DESKNEW DELHI, APRIL 14 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has again “turned the corner” to become a pre-eminent destination for tourism in the country. However, it’s the time to choose the path of “value-based tourism” instead of chasing volumes.J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said this while addressing an event – ICC…

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The AI Art Mirage: Why Chasing Studio Ghibli’s Magic Falls Flat?

Peerzada Masarat ShahWe live in a world where artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of creativity. From churning out faux Renaissance portraits to spitting out modernist squiggles, AI’s reach in visual art is nothing short of jaw-dropping. Lately, though, it’s the buzz around AI mimicking Studio Ghibli — the Japanese animation giant behind Spirited Away,…

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J&K CM Omar Abdullah urges MEA to intervene over reported cancellation of Hajj slots to private operators

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, APRIL 14 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep concern over reports of the cancellation of Hajj slots for more than 52,000 Indian pilgrims, many of whom have already submitted payments for the sacred journey.“The reported cancellation of Hajj slots for over 52,000 Indian pilgrims, many of whom…

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J&K’s Dr. Arti Nanda becomes first Indian-origin President of International Society of Pediatric Dermatology (ISPD)

Historic Achievement for India, Jammu, and Reasi STC NEWS MONITORING DESKJAMMU, APRIL 14 (STC): Dr. Arti Nanda, an eminent pediatric dermatologist hailing from Reasi, has been unanimously elected President of the International Society of Pediatric Dermatology (ISPD). She replaced the outgoing President Dr. Amy Paller (USA).The ISPD is a globally respected organization in the field…

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