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Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report

New Delhi, Jul 7: Enrolment in government schools fell by nearly 86 lakh between 2023-24 and 2025-26 while private unaided recognised schools added more than 88 lakh students during the same period, according to the UDISE 2025-26 report released by the Ministry of Education. UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus) is the Centre’s…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report
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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes

Beijing, Jul 14: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday conveyed to Chinese Vice President Han Zheng that continued normalisation of India-China ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes and an open exchange of views between the two sides is “very important” considering the “complex” global scenario. The external affairs minister held talks with Zheng shortly…

Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials

New Delhi, May 9: Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the prevailing situation along India’s border with Pakistan and airports in the country amid the military conflict between the two countries, sources said. The meeting came hours after the Border Security Force said it has foiled an infiltration bid from across the International Border…

Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials
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Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah
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Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Jammu and Kashmir aims to achieve self-sufficiency in power generation in next two years, ensuring a reliable electricity supply, and that the government was committed to offering 200 units of free electricity. He said Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation was prioritizing the development of hydroelectric…

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Chain Singh wins 3 gold in national shooting Championship

JAMMU: In the national championship that was held in New Delhi, Indian shooter Chain Singh took home three gold medals. At the 66th National Shooting Championship in New Delhi, he took home three gold medals. He also set a new 50-meter rifle prone national record. Chain Singh is a native of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. He won the gold medal in the individual division of the 7th Asian Airgun Championship in Kuwait, the bronze medal in the men's 50-meter rifle three positions event at the 2014 Asian Games, and six gold medals in total—three in individual and three in team events—at the 2016 South Asian Games. In 2007, Chain Singh received his gun training in the Indian Army. [caption id="attachment_6071" align="alignnone" width="189"] Chain Singh wins 3 gold in national shooting Championship[/caption]  

Cold Wave Hits Kashmir, Srinagar Records 0.9 Deg C

Srinagar, Nov 24: According to officials on Friday, most of Kashmir saw temperatures above freezing last night as residents received a break from the cold and fog. According to the officials, the lowest temperature ever recorded in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, was 0.9 degrees Celsius. For the first time in the previous five days, they claimed, the city's minimum temperature remained above freezing. Minimum temperatures between 0 and 1.7 degrees Celsius were also recorded in Bandipora, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Kokernag, Kulgam, and Kupwara.With a temperature of minus 3.3 degrees Celsius, the Pahalgam tourist resort in the south Kashmir Anantnag district was the coldest place in the valley. Shopian, with a temperature of minus 2.5 degrees Celsius, was the next coldest place on record. A low of minus 2.0 degrees Celsius was recorded at the Gulmarg ski resort in north Kashmir. The meteorologist explained that last night's increase in the minimum temperature was caused by the arrival of a western disturbance that is predicted to have an impact on the system. There is less fog in the early morning hours as a result of the temperature increase.   [caption id="attachment_6062" align="alignnone" width="300"] Cold Wave Hits Kashmir, Srinagar Records 0.9 Deg C[/caption]  

More than 9 lac tourists enjoy Gondola ride at Gulmarg this yr

SRINAGAR: This year, over nine lakh tourists have experienced the Gondola ride at Gulmarg, and by the end of the year, that number is predicted to surpass one million. Travellers characterise the encounter as seductive and bizarre. Kashmir tourism's main draw is the Gulmarg Gondola, which is run and managed by J&K Cable Car Corporation. Situated at a height of 14,000 feet, it is Asia's highest operating cable car and may be the most popular ropeway in the country. This year, the Corporation redesigned the second phase of the Gandola using the newest technology, conducted multiple safety tests, and improved the ticket issuing mechanism to improve and enhance the service delivery.J&K Cable Car Corporation's managing director, Raja Yaqoob, stated that the company is aware of its importance as a major player in the J&K tourism industry. He stated that the company is dedicated to enhancing visitors' experiences by providing them with a simple, hassle-free, and secure travel. He urged travellers to book their tickets exclusively online, adhere to the times specified on the ticket, and avoid any inconvenience by promising even better facilities during the upcoming winter season. The Gulmarg Cable Car has two phases, which are as follows: the first goes from the Gulmarg resort to Kongdori valley, and the second goes from Kongdori to Apharwath Peak.There are 18 towers and 108 cabins on the ropeway overall. The first stage travels to Kongdoori Station, located in the bowl-shaped Kongdori valley, from the Gulmarg resort at 2,650 metres (8,694 feet). At Kongdoori Mountain, a shoulder of neighbouring Afarwat Peak (4,200 m (13,780 ft)), the second stage of the ropeway ascends to a height of 3,980 m (13,058 ft). [caption id="attachment_6059" align="alignnone" width="300"] More than 9 lac tourists enjoy Gondola ride at Gulmarg this yr[/caption]