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  • The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is criticizing the Omar Abdullah-led Jammu & Kashmir government, accusing it of failing to deliver on its promises, particularly regarding job opportunities and statehood. PDP MLA Waheed Para highlighted that Ladakh secured 85% job reservation for locals through negotiation, while the J&K government, despite having a majority, has been inactive. Para also criticized the National Conference (NC) for addressing the issues of special status and statehood outside the J&K Assembly, suggesting a lack of proper governance. He points out the NC passed a resolution in their party office rather than in the assembly. (This summary is generated via AI.)

  • The Gurez Valley, a popular tourist destination in North Kashmir, is suffering economically due to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam and heightened tensions with Pakistan. Authorities closed travel to Gurez, impacting hotels, homestays, and the local economy, which had become heavily reliant on tourism. Despite its recent success, including being named Best Tourism Village in 2023, Gurez is now deserted, leaving local business owners struggling with investments and loans. The Hotelier Association has requested the government to reopen Gurez, particularly to domestic tourists, emphasizing the urgency given the short tourism season. While authorities cite security concerns, the Chief Minister has indicated a willingness to gradually reopen restricted areas to revive tourism. Travel agents also await the administration's decision on reopening the popular tourist spot. (This summary is generated via AI.)

  • The Katra to Kashmir Valley rail link, scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi, has brought significant positive impacts to the region. It has created employment opportunities for locals, with 804 land losers receiving government jobs and 65% of the 14,069 construction workers being local residents. The project involved specialized construction techniques, resulting in skill development for local workers who are now employed on other national projects. The project has also spurred the construction of over 215 km of approach roads, providing access to previously inaccessible mountainous areas and improving connectivity for over 70 villages. This involved overcoming challenging terrain, climate conditions, and security concerns, including the use of airlifted machinery via army helicopters. (This summary is generated via AI.)

  • The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested a special grade constable, Sudesh Kumar, for demanding and accepting a bribe. Kumar, a Naib Court employee, solicited Rs 8,000 (originally demanding Rs 10,000) from a complainant to prevent the filing of an appeal against an acquittal order in a Kathua court case. The ACB received a complaint, conducted a verification, and set a trap, leading to Kumar's arrest while accepting the bribe. (This summary is generated via AI.)

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