Parcel train with Kashmiri apples flagged off to Delhi; mandis protest Srinagar-Jammu highway closure

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated a parcel train from Budgam to Delhi, aiming to boost trade for Valley apple growers. Simultaneously, fruit mandis protested the prolonged closure of the Srinagar-Jammu highway due to rain damage, leaving thousands of fruit-laden vehicles stranded. Officials are prioritizing reopening the highway, while others suggest handing control to the Army…

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Meghalaya forum for talks on tourism regulations

The Meghalaya Tourism Development Forum (MTDF) has urged the All Khasi Meghalaya Tourist Taxi Association (AKMTTA) to engage in discussions regarding tourism regulations. This appeal follows the Association’s plan to protest, advocating for restrictions on tourist vehicles from outside the state in rural areas. MTDF cautions against unilateral actions that could negatively impact the tourism…

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Should you accept or reject cookies when browsing online? Pop-ups explained with hidden privacy risks

Navigating the web involves constant cookie consent requests, impacting user experience and privacy. While cookies enhance browsing by remembering preferences, they also enable tracking for targeted advertising. Understanding cookie types and privacy implications, along with utilizing privacy tools, empowers users to balance convenience and data protection in the digital landscape.

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CM Hemant Soren directs officials to implement PESA rules in state

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has instructed officials to implement PESA rules to protect tribal rights. Soren emphasized that the implementation should strengthen local self-governance and ensure the socio-economic empowerment of tribal communities. This directive comes amidst accusations from the opposition BJP, with leader Raghubar Das alleging the government’s non-implementation of PESA rules deprives the…

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