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Turkey Enacts Law to Advance Peace Talks with Kurdish Group
Turkey passes a law aimed at advancing peace talks with the outlawed PKK, signaling a potential shift in conflict resolution efforts.
Author: Tahir Rihat
Tahir Rihat (also known as Tahir Bilal) is an independent journalist, activist, and digital media professional from the Chenab Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, India. He is best known for his work as the Online Editor at The Chenab Times.
Infrastructure
Jammu Railway Division Achieves Record 94.12% Punctuality Rate
Jammu Railway Division sets a new record with 94.12% punctuality for Mail/Express trains on July 31, despite ongoing modernization.
International
Russia’s Yabloko Party Barred From Parliamentary Elections Over Peace Stance
Russia's Yabloko party, a liberal anti-war group, has been banned from upcoming parliamentary elections due to its peace manifesto.
Journalism
J&K Police Detain Two for Social Media Radical Propaganda
J&K Police arrested two individuals for allegedly spreading radical and anti-national content on social media platforms.
Disasters
Venezuelan Brothers Flee Quake in Colombia After Losing Family in Venezuela
Venezuelan brothers, who lost family in their homeland, now displaced again after surviving deadly quakes in Colombia.
Legal
Heroin Seized in J&K Raids, Teenager Among Three Apprehended
Three suspected drug peddlers, including a 17-year-old, were apprehended with heroin in Samba and Kathua districts.
Disasters
Colombia’s New President Faces Immediate Test with Major Earthquake
Colombia's new president, Abelardo De La Espriella, faces his first major test with a significant earthquake.
Culture
Kashmiri Pandits Demand Political Roadmap, Not Just Election Promises
Displaced Kashmiri Pandits feel politically marginalized, demanding a concrete plan for return and rehabilitation beyond election promises.
Infrastructure
Harry Potter Fans Rally to Protect Dobby’s Grave from Power Cable Project
Harry Potter fans successfully campaigned to reroute a UK-Ireland power cable away from Dobby's grave in Wales.
Politics
Netanyahu Navigates Trump’s Gaza Plan Amidst Political Pressures
Netanyahu faces pressure from his base and Trump over a Gaza disarmament plan ahead of elections.