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After facing molestation charges, Shabir Khan becomes third Congress minister to resign during Omar's tenure

February 08, 2014 3:37 pm

The resignation of minister at the time of elections has put Congress in the state on the back foot.

Eye on tourist rush,Kashmir University launches course

October 25, 2012 12:01 am

Buoyed by record tourist footfall,Kashmir University has launched a Masters programme in Travel and Hospitality to churn out trained professionals for the tourism industry

Vanishing from the Valley

October 17, 2011 3:57 am

Key commander arrested,Hizbul Mujahideen has only two top leaders remaining.

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Tribute paid to Sufi saint Shahbaz Kalandar in Jammu and Kashmir

February 15, 2016 1:01 pm

Jammu and Kashmir, Feb 15 (ANI): Sufi culture society in collaboration with Kashmir society Aetiqaad organized a day-long event in remembrance of the Sufi Saint and poet Shahbaz Kalandar at Heewan village of Baramulla district in the state Jammu and Kashmir. The event was held on the second death anniversary of the mystic Sufi Saint. The main aim of the event was to promote peace, unity and brotherhood among different communities of the state. A large number of people and poets participated in the event to pay their respects to the legendary work of the Sufi Saint. During the event, speakers highlighted the importance of Sufi culture and the contribution of Sufi saints and famous poets of the state. Kashmiri singers and poets also enthralled the audience with their performance in the memory of the Sufi saint. Later, a poetic collection of Shahbaz Kalandar was also released on the occasion. Sufism in India stands for unity and harmony among the people of different communities. Such events help in maintaining peace and unity across the country.

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