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A hard-hitting century stand between half-centurion Abhishek Sharma and vice-captain Shubman Gill served as a foundation for India’s six-wicket win over Pakistan in their Super Four clash of the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday. With this win, India has started the Super Four stage with a win. Previously having beaten Pakistan by seven wickets in a one-sided run-chase of 128 runs in the group stage, India gave away some extra runs this time around, with Sahibzada Farhan’s 45-ball 58 (with five fours and three sixes) taking Pakistan to 171/5 in 20 overs. But fiery Abhishek (74 in 39 balls,…
JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Sunday hailed his force as a “living beacon of sacrifice and bravery” and urged the police personnel to continue upholding the motto of service and sacrifice. The police chief was addressing a grand Pipping-cum-Felicitation ceremony at the police auditorium here to honour the personnel who displayed exemplary courage in counter-terrorism operations. In the ceremony, some personnel were awarded out-of-turn promotions, while others were inducted as constables. The rest were rewarded for their exceptional operational performance. The felicitation was also marked by a solemn tribute to the policemen who made…
The high-octane India-Pakistan Asia Cup Super Four clash in Dubai had a viral moment when Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan pulled off a bold celebration after reaching his half-century. Facing Axar Patel in the 10th over, Farhan rocked back to a short delivery and dispatched it deep over midwicket for six. The shot not only brought up his fifty in style but also sparked an unusual display. The 28-year-old mimicked firing an AK-47 with his bat, drawing instant reactions from fans and commentators alike. The celebration stunned many in the stadium and set social media abuzz within minutes. Farhan’s aggressive batting…
JAMMU: Sahil Aggarwal has been elected as the President of the Jammu and Kashmir Padel Association. The announcement was formally made by Ronnie Sehgal, General Secretary of the Indian Padel Federation. Padel, recognized as one of the fastest growing sports globally, is steadily gaining popularity in Jammu and Kashmir for its potential to engage youth in constructive and healthy physical activity. Under the affiliation of the Indian Padel Federation, the newly elected association is expected to play a pivotal role in promoting the sport at the grassroots level. Expressing gratitude for the trust placed in him, Sahil Aggarwal emphasized that…
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JAMMU: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh today emphatically called for a StartUp awareness campaign in Jammu & Kashmir so that a host of incentives and schemes rolled out over the last 11 years by the Modi Govt could benefit the youth here. Addressing the Lead Impact Conclave here, Dr Jitendra Singh said, it’s a myth that StartUps are meant only for big cities. On the contrary, he said, almost 50% of India’s StartUps come from Tyre 2 and 3 towns but unfortunately Jammu does not figure in that list. The question is , when youth across the country are benefitting,…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced the implementation of the next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms from September 22, coinciding with the first day of Navratri. Calling it a festive gift to the nation, he said the reforms would mark a “GST Bachat Utsav” for the poor, middle class, farmers, traders, and entrepreneurs. “From the sunrise of the first day of Navratri, the nation is taking another major step towards the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. The Next Generation GST Reforms will come into effect tomorrow, September 22, with the rising of Suryadev,” PM Modi said in a…
SRINAGAR: A massive fire broke out in Khush Roi Kalan village of Anantnag district due to an electrical short circuit, gutting two houses, the Indian Army’s Chinar Corps said on Sunday. According to a post on X by Chinar Corps, the fire, which started on September 20, spread rapidly, but troops immediately swung into action, doused the flames and rescued residents, preventing further loss of life and property. Chinar Corps in the post wrote, “China Corps On 20 Sep 25, a massive fire broke out in Khush Roi Kalan village of Anantnag district due to an electrical short circuit. Two houses…
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today unveiled the special edition “Peace Jersey” of Real Kashmir FC, designed in collaboration with iconic Danish sportswear brand Hummel, at a ceremony held at TRC Ground Srinagar. The Chief Minister said the initiative symbolizes the power of sports in fostering peace, unity and community spirit across Jammu and Kashmir. The jersey design is a tribute to Kashmir’s cultural heritage and aspirations. Drawing inspiration from the historic Hari Parbat Fort—a symbol of communal harmony housing a shrine, a temple, and a gurdwara—the kit features a sky-blue base signifying peace. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister…
SRINAGAR: A heartwarming video from south Kashmir’s Anantnag district went viral on Sunday, showing eight-year-old twin sisters, Zainab and Zaiba, inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the valley and extend help to families affected by the recent floods. The video was filmed during BJP leader Ravinder Raina’s visit to Jablipora Fruit Mandi, where he met horticulture traders who had suffered massive losses due to landslides and the highway blockade. In the clip, the twins could be seen enthusiastically praising Kashmir’s beauty and urging PM Modi to witness it himself.“We want Modi ji to visit Kashmir because it is really…