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Three Lashkar terrorists killed in first gun battle after Pahalgam massacre

13 May 2025 | 6:11 PM

Srinagar, May 13 (UNI) In the first gunbattle after the Pahalgam massacre, three hardcore terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba were killed in an encounter with security forces in south Kashmir’s Shopian district, officials said on Tuesday.

Police identified the two slain as Shahid Kuttay and Adnan Shafi Dar, both residents of Shopian. The identity of the third militant is yet to be confirmed.

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Rajasthan: Overdue interest relief scheme for land development banks loan holders

Rajasthan: Overdue interest relief scheme for land development banks loan holders

13 May 2025 | 6:06 PM

Baran, May 13 (UNI) The Rajasthan government has implemented the Chief Minister's Overdue Interest Relief Scheme 2025-26 for overdue loan holders of Land Development Banks, providing 100 per cent relief in overdue interest.

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Crackdown on illicit liquor in Rajasthan, excise dept registers 1,122 cases in April

13 May 2025 | 5:50 PM

Udaipur, May 13 (UNI) The Excise Department in Rajasthan took effective action under a special drive against illicit liquor production, storage, transportation, and sale. The department registered 1,122 cases in April, the excise commissioner said on Tuesday.

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Modi visits Adampur airbase; issues fresh warning to Pakistan

Modi visits Adampur airbase; issues fresh warning to Pakistan

13 May 2025 | 5:45 PM

Adampur, May 13 (UNI) Apparently seeking to debunk Pakistan’s claim about destroying Adampur airbase, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday visited this crucial military establishment and again warned Pakistan against any future misadventure, including a terrorist attack.

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IAS probationers meet Chhattisgarh Guv at Raj Bhawan

13 May 2025 | 5:45 PM

Raipur, May 13 (UNI) A team of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) probationers of the 2024 batch, led by Chhattisgarh Administration Academy Director General Subrat Sahu, paid a courtesy visit to Chhattisgarh Governor Ramen Deka at Raj Bhavan on Tuesday.

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MP Minister's statement sparks row

13 May 2025 | 5:39 PM

Bhopal, May 13 (UNI) Tribal Welfare Minister Vijay Shah's controversial statement in the context of Operation Sindoor has gone viral on social media, and the main opposition party, Congress, has launched a scathing attack on him.

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Spurious liquor kills 14 in Amritsar; political slug-fest begins

Spurious liquor kills 14 in Amritsar; political slug-fest begins

13 May 2025 | 5:37 PM

Chandigarh, May 13 (UNI) At least 14 persons have died after consuming spurious liquor in villages of Majithia are of Amritsar in Punjab since Monday night.

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Border conflicts traumatising people, we want permanent peace: Local MLA

Border conflicts traumatising people, we want permanent peace: Local MLA

13 May 2025 | 5:24 PM

Majid Jahangir Uri (Kashmir), May 13 (UNI) The May 10 ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan has brought relief to this area located near the Line of Control (LoC) but the cessation of fighting should be permanent and not temporary, says Sajjad Shafi, who represents this trouble-torn area as a Member in the J&K Assembly.

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At village near LoC, Omar promises govt help & construction of more bunkers

At village near LoC, Omar promises govt help & construction of more bunkers

13 May 2025 | 5:19 PM

Srinagar, May 13 (UNI) J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday assured the people in border areas of government help and construction of additional bunkers.

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Maintain maximum vigilance in zoos to avert bird flu threat: Yogi

Maintain maximum vigilance in zoos to avert bird flu threat: Yogi

13 May 2025 | 5:09 PM

Lucknow, May 13 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday directed the officials to take all necessary preventive measures promptly and strictly in accordance with the guidelines issued by both the central and state governments to curb the possible spread of H5 Avian Influenza (bird flu).

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Rajasthan: Minister Madan Dilawar to hold public hearing in Baran on May 24

13 May 2025 | 4:30 PM

Baran, May 13 (UNI) Rajasthan's Minister for Education and Panchayati Raj, Madan Dilawar, will hold an open 'public hearing' at the Zila Parishad auditorium in Baran on May 24.

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RTO suspended after uncontrolled bus kills woman in Bhopal

RTO suspended after uncontrolled bus kills woman in Bhopal

13 May 2025 | 4:23 PM

Bhopal, May 13 (UNI) Bhopal Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Jitendra Sharma has been suspended by the Madhya Pradesh government for his alleged negligence related to a tragic incident in the heart of the city leading to the death of a woman, offiical sources said on Tuesday.

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May Weather cooler and wetter in Himachal; 18pc more rainfall recorded

May Weather cooler and wetter in Himachal; 18pc more rainfall recorded

13 May 2025 | 4:10 PM

Shimla, May 13 (UNI) The first fortnight of May in Himachal Pradesh has brought relief from the early summer heat, with cooler-than-normal temperatures and increased rainfall.

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Flight operation resumes at Srinagar Airport

Flight operation resumes at Srinagar Airport

13 May 2025 | 3:25 PM

Srinagar, May 13 (UNI) The flight operation resumed at the Srinagar Airport on Tuesday after a six-day halt, following a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan that eased regional tensions.

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J&K: Live shell defused close to LoC in Naushera

J&K: Live shell defused close to LoC in Naushera

13 May 2025 | 3:20 PM

Jammu, May 13 (UNI) Security forces on Tuesday defused one live shell close to the Line of Control in Naushera tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir.

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