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JandK: Three terrorists killed in Sopore encounter

Sopore, Jan 14 (ANI): Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir killed three terrorists during an encounter in Sopore district of the province. The police and the Army launched a joint action to search the militants after they got information from intelligence about the militant hideout. The gun battle, which began around 2.00 pm in the Dangerpora area of Sopore district, lasted three hours. The Kashmir region has witnessed numerous militant attacks, insurgency and infiltration attempts from across the border in the last two decades. Jan 14, 2014
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Prashant Bhushan's press meet disrupted by man shouting 'traitor'

New Delhi, Jan 13 (ANI): A press conference being held by Aam Aadmi Party leader Prashant Bhushan was disrupted today by a man who identified himself as Vishnu Gupta. The protestor shouted angry slogans against Mr Bhushan, describing him as a "traitor" for his recent remarks on Kashmir. Jan 13, 2014
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Humanity fades religious barriers

Jammu and Kashmir, Jan 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir, the northern most state of India is known for its pristine beauty. It is also known for amity between the many communities present here. Here, a Blanket Fair is organized every year in the premises of Narsingh Temple situated 50 kilometers from Samba district of Jammu. People belonging to different communities sell and buy blankets at reasonable prices. Blanket fair or Rathkhada fair as it is popularly known is famous for the fine quality of woolen sold here. From hand woven shawls to machine made ones all were sold and bought here by people belonging to different faiths. The blanket fair is yet another example of the spirit of tolerance and acceptances of differences in the country, which has helped in the evolution of a composite culture. Jan 13, 2014
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Influx of Pakistani migrants fuels anger in Gilgit

Gilgit, Jan 13: Rising unemployment, poverty and income disparity is fuelling dissatisfaction among the local people in Gilgit Baltistan. It’s the outcome of a large influx of people from Pakistan in line with the country’s deliberate expansionist policy in the region.Islamabad offers several perks to those settling here. Government employees from Pakistan get double salary and incentives to serve in Gilgit, while locals are prevented from getting any employment in the public sector. Gilgit Baltistan, a part of the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, has been illegally occupied by Pakistan for over six decades now. Jan 13, 2014
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India will have to leave Kashmir like US pulling out of Afghanistan: Hafiz Saeed

Islamabad, Jan 13 (ANI): Jamaat-ud-Dawah chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed has said that India will have to leave Kashmir just like the United States has been compelled to pull out from Afghanistan. Saeed said this while addressing at a local media workshop in Islamabad. The workshop was organized by Defence of Pakistan Council, an alliance of about 40 religious and political parties. Jan 13, 2014
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Omar Abdullah praises Aam Aadmi Party

Samba, Jan 12 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, praised Aam Aadmi Party for its anti-corruption agenda. Abdullah said that AAP was agent of change that had swept a wave of anti-graft movement across the country. He also urged people to invoke anti-corruption laws in the state. Jan 12, 2014
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It happens: Silk Exhibition

Visakhapatnam, Jan 10 (ANI): Businessmen held a colourful seven day silk expo in port city of Visakhapatnam on Saturday organised by the Silk Mark Organisation of India to boost the sales of the famed traditional south silk, also aiming at benefiting the weavers. The exhibition is expected to showcase the entire range of pure silk fabric from remote weaving clusters of India under one roof, which will have 64 participants from over 17 states across the country. From muted shades to bright hues, the expo offers a wholesome shopping experience. Indians have a flair for silk fabric and is widely used by designers for traditional as well as contemporary dresses. About 97 percent of the raw silk is produced in five major states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir. Jan 10, 2014
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Bitter cold continues as fresh snowfall blankets Kashmir

Poonch, Jan 10 (ANI): Residents continued to reel under intense cold weather condition as Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir received fresh snowfall on Thursday. As the snow blanketed the region, plowing machines were deployed to clear the snow from the roads. This is the third time, within a week, that snowfall has paralysed normal life in the region, leading to prolonged power cuts and blocking arterial highway. Frequent blocking of the National-Highway, which is the arterial road link that connects Kashmir with rest of the country, due to non-stop snowfall makes life tough as essential supplies do not reach the valley on time. Jan 10, 2014
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After AAP, Congress Blames BJP for Office Attack; 13 People Arrested

Charging upon Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress general secretary Digvijay Singh said that the nationalist Opposition party was playing 'good cop, bad cop' strategy regarding the attack at AAP office in Ghaziabad by activists belonging to a right wing outfit. Jan 9, 2014
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Violence will not solve problems: Kejriwal on vandalism at AAP office

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): Condemning the attack on his party's office in Ghaziabad's Kaushambhi by the Hindu Rakshak Sena, Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that violence will not solve problems and invited the attackers to meet him and talk over the issue. A group of 30 to 40 people attacked the Aam Aadmi Party's office in Kaushambi. The protestors were protesting against party leader Prashant Bhushan's comments on Kashmir. Talking to mediapersons in New Delhi, Kejriwal categorically stated that Army deployment in Kashmir is decided by the Central government. While it is important to respect people's view, referendum is not an option. He also said that Prashant Bhushan has already clarified that referendum on Kashmir is not endorsed by the AAP. Meanwhile, he reiterated that he will not take security. Jan 8, 2014
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BJP condemns vandalism at AAP office in Ghaziabad

New Delhi, Jan 8 (ANI): The BJP on Wednesday condemned the vandalism at AAP office in Ghaziabad. Talking to mediapersons in New Delhi, BJP leader Nirmala Sitharaman however said that it also condemns the statement of AAP leader Prashant Bhushan on Kashmir. A group of 30 to 40 people attacked the Aam Aadmi Party's office in Kaushambi on Wednesday. The protestors were protesting against party leader Prashant Bhushan's comments on Kashmir. The activists demanded Bhushan's resignation over the issue. The Hindu Rakshak Sena claimed responsibility for the attack. Jan 8, 2014
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