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How a giant prehistoric elephant skull helped untangle an evolutionary mystery

400,000 years ago, early humans in Europe, Asia and Africa lived alongside giant straight-tusked elephants, far bigger than their modern-day cousins. Their evolution has long been a mystery to palaeontologists, but an extraordinary, enormous and near-complete skull is helping us uncover an obscure episode in the evolutionary history of these…

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Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces recover arms, narcotics in Kupwara

In a joint operation, the Indian Army, along with Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Police, carried out a search operation in the Amrohi area of Tangdhar village in Kupwara district, recovering arms, ammunition, and narcotics. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Diljit Dosanjh shares glimpses of Shikara ride on Dal Lake

In the video, singer Diljit Dosanjh can be seen interacting with a vendor selling Kashmiri 'kahwa' on another boat. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Hafta letters: Shehla Rashid interview, geopolitics, Hafta guests, standup comedy

NiranjanFirst-time writer sick of the tirade against Anand, just voicing some support (not that Judge Saab needs it). Modi and government bashing is easy and we have Abhi to do it in very colourful words. I don’t expect Anand to participate in it. Rather than pass black and white judgements…

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Temperatures in Srinagar dip to -3 degrees Celsius, North India faces a cold-wave

As temperatures fall below freezing, the cold wave continues to spread across the Kashmir Valley, affecting regular activities. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Uber floats Asia’s first boat taxi service on Kashmir’s picturesque Dal Lake

Shikaras of Dal Lake have long been synonymous with Himalayan valley and its beauty

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Uber Shikara's now on call in Srinagar

Uber has launched its Shikara services on Dal Lake in Srinagar, marking its foray into eco-tourism and heritage transportation in Jammu and Kashmir. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Rebel Attacks Keep Indian-run Kashmir On The Boil

Ambushes, firefights and a market grenade blast: headline-grabbing attacks in Indian-run Kashmir are designed to challenge New Delhi's bid to portray normality in the disputed territory, Indian security officials say.

International Business Times

MP: Saffron cultivation in mini-Kashmir-turned-home in Indore

The man behind making saffron cultivation possible in Indore, Anil Jaiswal, a resident of Sai Kripa colony, spoke to media and shared his thoughts about the journey. Read further on Dynamite News:

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J&K Assembly passes resolution for restoration of Article 370

'That this legislative assembly reaffirms the importance of the special status and constitutional guarantees, which safeguarded the identity, culture, and rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.' Read Further on Dynamite News:

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J&K: Terrorist’s associate held in Kashmir’s Handwara

Arms and ammunition from his possession were also recovered, according to the police.

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How some South Asian countries are embracing colonialism by moving citizens to disputed areas

South Asian countries Bangladesh and India are using settler colonial policies as they resettle citizens in contested territories.

The Conversation

Indian troops kill 2 suspected rebels in disputed Kashmir

Two suspected militants have been killed in a gunfight with government forces in Indian-controlled Kashmir

The Independent UK

3 Indian soldiers and 2 civilians are killed in an alleged rebel ambush in Kashmir

Authorities say three Indian soldiers and their two civilian porters have been killed in a rebel ambush in Indian-controlled Kashmir

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At least four killed after Indian military vehicle attacked in Kashmir

Security forces deploy drones, helicopters to scan nearby forest to hunt the suspects following the attack in Gulmarg.

The Independent UK

Soldiers among four people killed in militant ambush in Kashmir

More than a dozen people killed in multiple attacks in Kashmir in just two weeks

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Under new J&K govt, journalists uncertain about press freedom hope, ‘change in policy’

The oath ceremony last week in Jammu and Kashmir was a crucial moment for the region’s press. It had come after a poll campaign featuring promises on press freedom, increased restrictions on the media, and after a decade of political turmoil.

The Independent UK

Giant elephant skull found in Himalayas leaves scientists perplexed

Fossil found in Kashmir valley quarter century ago could represent missing link in elephant evolution, researchers say

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‘Big setback’: Why India’s Congress lost out to Modi in key state election

As Congress loses Haryana despite exit polls predicting comfortable win, analysts warn of tough days ahead for party.

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The message from Kashmir, and the tightrope for Omar Abdullah

The Jammu and Kashmir poll results have set the stage for a National Conference-Congress government, with Omar Abdullah’s likely return as the chief minister, and the end of a decade-long hiatus for an elected government in the erstwhile state.

The Guardian - UK

Opposition Congress party wins power in Indian-administered Kashmir

Narendra Modi’s BJP loses first election since stripping the region of its autonomy and statehood

International Business Times

Indian Kashmir Elects First Regional Government In A Decade

Indian-administered Kashmir elected Tuesday its first government since the restive Himalayan territory was brought under New Delhi's direct control, as voters backed opposition parties to lead its regional assembly.

Al Jazeera

Indian FM rules out bilateral talks during SCO Summit in Pakistan

Subrahmanyam Jaishankar rules talks as prominent Kashmir leader urges India, Pakistan to ‘break the ice and engage’.

International Business Times

Indian Kashmir Votes In Final Round Of Regional Polls

Indian-administered Kashmir was voting Tuesday in the third and final round of polls to elect its first government since the insurgency-wracked territory was brought under New Delhi's direct control.

The Independent UK

Indian-controlled Kashmir votes in final phase of polls to elect local government

Voting in the final phase of an election to choose a local government has begun in Indian-controlled Kashmir

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