They serves as a tangible symbol of integration, further weaving Jammu and Kashmir more deeply into the rest of India.
PM Modi inaugurates Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest rail arch bridge, flags off Vande Bharat, and unveils Anji Khad Bridge in Jammu & Kashmir.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, which has called for the shutdown, announced that all activities in Katra would remain suspended during the bandh.
News Highlights: Starting Saturday, junior doctors will return to their duties, marking a partial resumption of normal hospital operations. Emergency services, which were severely impacted during the strike, will restart to ensure critical care is provided to patients. However, outpatient department (OPD) services will remain suspended as the healthcare staff continue to address ongoing issues and demands.
The quake struck at 5.01 am at a depth of 10 km, the National Centre for Seismology said.
While e-bids are invited, the last date for submission is likely to be extended in view of the coronavirus lockdown.
In the Interim Railway Budget, Kharge announced 17 new premium trains and 38 express trains, but refrained speaking on the issue of rail fares.