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June 11, 2025 11:38 AM June 11, 2025 11:38 AM

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1st batch of J&K pilgrims to return on June 17 as Hajj 2025 concludes smoothly

As the annual Hajj pilgrimage 2025 concludes, the first batch of pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir is all set to return on the 17th of June. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that Executive Officer J&K Haj Committee, Dr Shujhat Qureshi, said the initial flight will bring back 178 pilgrims, mar...

June 11, 2025 11:35 AM June 11, 2025 11:35 AM

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Record-breaking heatwave grips Jammu region

In Jammu and Kashmir, record-breaking temperatures were recorded across the Jammu region on Tuesday, with maximum temperatures in key areas of the region highlighting the severity of the heat wave. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the Jammu region is reeling under an intense heatwave, with...

June 11, 2025 9:32 AM June 11, 2025 9:32 AM

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BSF trains village Defence Guards in Samba to boost Border Security

In a bid to enhance local preparedness and strengthen the border security grid, the Border Security Force (BSF) organised a specialised training programme for Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in the Ramgarh sector of Samba district in Jammu and Kashmir. The training focused on improving weapon handling...

June 11, 2025 11:43 AM June 11, 2025 11:43 AM

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Yoga Day preparation in full swing across Devbhoomi Uttarakhand

As part of the preparations for the upcoming 11th International Yoga Day, yoga practice programs are going on with full enthusiasm at various places in Devbhoomi as well as Yogabhoomi in Uttarakhand.   Akashvani correspondent reports that Preparations for International Yoga Day are in full swin...

June 11, 2025 9:22 AM June 11, 2025 9:22 AM

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Deva Snana Purnima rituals begin in Puri, marking start of Rath Yatra festivities

Odisha, the Deva Snana Purnima rituals of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra started this morning in the holy city of Puri. Snana Purnima festival marks the beginning of the annual Rath Yatra of the Lord. Deva Snana Purnima is held on the full-moon day of the month of Jyestha. It carr...

June 11, 2025 9:19 AM June 11, 2025 9:19 AM

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Murder accused Sonam Raghuwanshi to be produced in Shillong court

The Prime accused Sonam Raghuwanshi in the murder case of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi will be produced before the court today in Shillong. She was brought to Shillong yesterday night at around 1 PM and taken to Ganesh Das Hospital for Medical examination. The East Khasi Hills District SP Vivek Syie...

June 11, 2025 9:09 AM June 11, 2025 9:09 AM

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Telangana secures ₹2,150 cr investment in biotech, tech & fintech sectors

The Telangana government has secured a significant investment of over 2 thousand 150 crore rupees in the biotech, technology, and fintech sectors. An official release stated that the investment is expected to promote innovation and growth, further positioning Telangana as a global hub for emerging i...

June 11, 2025 9:06 AM June 11, 2025 9:06 AM

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Maharashtra hikes liquor duty, IMFL prices to rise by 50%

In a move set to significantly impact liquor prices across Maharashtra, the state cabinet has approved a hike in excise duty on Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL), country liquor, and imported alcohol. The government also cleared the introduction of a new category, Maharashtra Made Liquor (MML), in a...

June 11, 2025 9:03 AM June 11, 2025 9:03 AM

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Maharashtra got 10 times more funds under PM Modi govt than UPA: CM Fadnavis

Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis said that during the eleven years of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government, Maharashtra received ten times more funds for major projects compared to the UPA rule. Mr Fadnavis was addressing the media in Mumbai to celebrate eleven years of...