Gowhar Nabi

Gowhar Nabi is the Senior Chief Editor at KittoNews, specialising in J&K Administration, Regional Weather, and Financial Markets. With a focus on hyper-local journalism, Gowhar leads the desk in covering Real-time Traffic Updates (NH-44), JKSSB Recruitment, and Public Policy. He adheres to a strict "Zero-Error" fact-checking protocol to ensure accurate reporting for the people of Jammu &Kashmir. Got a news tip? Email: kittonews@gmail.com
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Angel’s Cultural Academy Hosts Grand Naat Competition: Youth Shine at Shahenshah Palace

Students from across the valley participated in a major spiritual and cultural…

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Kashmir’s Pride: Dr. Tariq Shera Honoured with ‘Shaan-e-Bharat’ Award in New Delhi

Bringing laurels to Jammu & Kashmir, socio-cultural activist Dr. Tariq Ahmad Shera…

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EPFO likely to keep EPF interest rate at 8.25% for FY 2026

The Central Board of Trustees expects to maintain the 8.25% EPF interest…

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Samsung launches Galaxy S26 series in India with new AI features

Samsung introduces the Galaxy S26 series featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5…

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Apple To Launch First Touchscreen MacBook Pro With Dynamic Island In 2026

Apple prepares a major macOS overhaul for its first OLED touchscreen MacBook…

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8th pay commission: Unions demand tiered fitment factor and 7% increment

Central government employee unions demand a multi-level fitment factor and seven percent…

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PAN card rules changing from April 1: New limits for property, vehicles and hotels

High-value transaction thresholds increased to reduce paperwork and improve digital tax enforcement.

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Bullion markets witness sharp correction as gold futures hit intraday low

Precious metals face heavy profit booking amid global tariff uncertainty and a…

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EPFO evaluates major investment shift towards defence, railways, and performance incentives

The retirement fund body is reviewing new sectors and strict fund manager…

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Gold prices cross ₹1.61 lakh in India after post-Budget drop

Market momentum pushes domestic retail rates higher as MCX gold futures reach…

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How to check if your PF account is inactive on EPFO

Verify your Employee Provident Fund inactivity status online using your Universal Account…

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EPFO begins auto-refund of inactive PF accounts without claims

Dormant provident fund balances refunded directly without member claims under new EPFO…

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Airtel offers free Adobe Express Premium to all users: Steps to claim

Airtel rolls out a one-year complimentary Adobe Express Premium subscription for mobile…

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Airtel free Perplexity Pro offer ends for users: Key changes explained

Airtel confirms end of bundled Perplexity Pro access for eligible mobile and…

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EPFO pension hike: What’s really happening with the ₹9,000 demand

Pensioners renew demands as Centre reviews long‑pending EPS concerns

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How to Check Your PF Balance and Download EPFO Passbook Online

Check your PF balance instantly via EPFO portal, UMANG app, SMS, or…

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BSNL vs Jio vs Airtel vs Vi: Verified 1.5GB daily plan comparison

Verified prices, validity, and benefits compared across India’s top telecom operators

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EPFO working on UPI-based PF withdrawal through new mobile app

New EPFO app aims to speed PF withdrawals using UPI authentication securely

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EPFO higher pension on full salary back for some: check who benefits

Reports say higher EPFO pension on actual pay returns for pre-2014 opt-ins,…

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Jet Airways blow: NCLT ruling weakens airports’ insolvency claims

Mumbai tribunal curtails airport recovery rights in airline bankruptcies

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Hazel AI tax tool sends shockwaves through wealth management stocks

AI tax tool jolts Wall Street, sparks multibillion-dollar wealth stock selloff

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Jammu FDA seizes, destroys 500 kg decomposed meat and seizes 6,000 kg raw fish before Ramadan; lab tests pending

Surprise inspection triggers seizure of unfit meat and fish; samples sent for…

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What is professional tax and why most salaried Indians see it on their payslips

A ₹2,500 deduction backed by the Constitution — and enforced by 21…

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Salary account changed? Update EPFO or risk PF withdrawal rejection

Outdated bank details can block EPFO claims and delay provident fund payouts

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EPFO may keep PF interest rate at 8.25% for FY26; CBT to decide on March 2

Central Board of Trustees meets March 2 to finalise provident fund rate…

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iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max set for September launch with five hardware upgrades

Apple prepares A20 Pro chip, variable aperture camera, and smaller Dynamic Island…

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Why withdrawing your EPF after leaving a job can cost you lakhs

Premature EPF withdrawal triggers tax, breaks compounding, and erodes your retirement corpus.

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Draft income tax rules 2026 bring five key changes for credit card users

CBDT's draft rules tighten credit card reporting, mandate PAN, and redefine employer…

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Centre expected to announce 2% DA hike before Holi, taking rate to 60%

Central government likely raises dearness allowance to 60% from 58% before Holi…

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Sopore gets its first drug de-addiction centre at ₹44 lakh

DC Baramulla inaugurates new facility to combat rising substance abuse in north…

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Social Activist Dr Tariq Ahmad Shera Receives Rashtriya Prerna Doot Award 2025

Award presented by MLA Jitendra Kumar Rai at National Youth Exchange Programme.

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Lost Aadhaar Card? Recover It Instantly (Online & Offline) – 2026 Guide

Losing your Aadhaar card is stressful, but re-enrolling is a mistake. Whether…

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Aadhaar email update: How to add or change your email ID

Visit an Aadhaar centre to update your email ID and track the…

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How to lock Aadhaar biometrics to help reduce misuse risk

Lock biometrics, unlock only when needed, and review authentication history

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Are you going to be charged on every ₹1,000 UPI transfer?

UPI remains free for retail users; the Union Budget has allocated ₹2,000…

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Airtel rolls out AI ‘Fraud Alert’ for real-time OTP fraud warnings

Network-level AI warns users when bank OTPs arrive during a potentially risky…

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Rajpal Yadav pays ₹2.5 crore; Delhi HC to hear bail plea Monday

Actor made partial payment in debt case; court to review interim bail…

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Aadhaar-PAN linking: step-by-step to avoid higher TDS

Check link status, pay the ₹1,000 fee if needed, and reactivate PAN.

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Siliguri Corridor: NFR plan for largely underground rail link

NFR proposes largely underground line to keep Northeast trains moving during disruptions.

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India Post GDS 2026: OTR ends Feb 14; apply till Feb 16

Complete one-time registration by 5 pm; use edits window on Feb 18–19.

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Brazloo Bridge Kulgam traffic restriction advisory

Authorities restrict bridge movement; commuters asked to follow safety directions strictly.

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EPFO EDLI benefit: How nominees can claim up to ₹7 lakh

Use Form 5(IF) and follow EPFO’s claimant order, documents, and attestation rules.

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CBDT chief says 95% refunds cleared, no intent to withhold payouts in FY26

Ravi Agrawal attributes 17% refund decline to rate rationalisation and shift to…

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Airtel bundles 20+ OTT apps with prepaid plans starting under ₹350

Airtel rolls out refreshed prepaid plans pairing unlimited 5G data with premium…

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J&K police issue avalanche advisory for Ganderbal, activate helplines

Police urge public and tourists to avoid higher reaches of Ganderbal amid…

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RBI Liberalized Remittance Scheme: Complete Guide for 2026

Send More, Pay Less: New 2% TCS Rates & LRS Rules for…

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Telangana Declares Paid Holiday on February 11 for Municipal Polls in 123 Bodies

Telangana Polls: Paid Holiday Declared for Schools & Offices on Feb 11

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PAN rules ease for cash, property, and vehicle purchases from April 2026

Say Goodbye to Paperwork: PAN No Longer Needed for Small Cash Deposits…

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PAN rules ease for cash, property, and vehicle purchases from April 2026

New thresholds raise limits significantly for everyday transactions requiring PAN

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Jammu Weather Update: Rain Today, Sunshine Midweek, Next Spell on Feb 14

IMD forecasts intermittent relief for Jammu with dry days ahead; light rain…

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EPFO’s New App to Enable UPI-Based EPF Withdrawals by April 2026

This crisp, forward-looking line captures the essence of the app’s promise—speed, simplicity,…

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EPFO FY26 Interest Rate: Rate Cut to 8% Likely? Election Pressure May Save 8.25%

CBT to meet in early March; wage ceiling hike to ₹21,000–₹25,000 on…

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J&K Govt Fast-Tracks 2,400 Health Posts: 480 Medical Officers Referred to JKPSC

Govt rejects district-level hiring, prioritizes NHM and standard recruitment

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EPFO Interest Rate: FY26 Rate May Slip to 8% Amid Corpus Concerns

Election pressure could save the 8.25% rate for employees

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8th Pay Commission: New Salary Projection for Level 1 Employees Explained

See the exact breakdown of Basic Pay, HRA, and Transport Allowance

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8th Pay Commission: 2% DA hike likely from Jan 2026

CPI-IW data signals modest DA rise, shaping 8th CPC pay revision base

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EPF Rate Cut Ahead? FY26 Interest May Dip Below 8.25% in March Review

Safe or High Yield? Trustees Weigh Rate Cut vs. Inflation

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New ITR deadlines: Why salaried taxpayers must still file by July 31

Salaried filers face July 31 cutoff; businesses and freelancers get August extension.

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Gold and silver crash after record highs as investors book profits

Precious metals retreat sharply as dollar strength and ETF outflows hit sentiment

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SSB HC admit card 2026 released for PET, PST; download link and exam details

Download hall ticket, check exam date, centres, and PET, PST instructions

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CBSE releases CTET 2026 hall ticket for February exam

Download admit card, verify shift timing and exam centre details

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CTET 2026: CBSE issues scribe rules for PwD candidates

CTET 2026: CBSE releases new scribe eligibility, doc checklist, and extra time…

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8th Pay Commission Update: How It Differs From 7th CPC and What It Means for Salaries and Pensions

Timeline, pay revision process, and what employees should expect

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India chase 311 to beat Afghanistan, reach U-19 World Cup final

George’s century powers record chase as India set up England final

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February 5, 2026 is not a school holiday

Schools expected to follow regular schedules on February 5

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Thomas Rew’s century powers England into U19 World Cup final

England captain delivers under pressure to seal final berth

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Dense fog to reduce visibility in Delhi on February 4, IMD warns

IMD flags morning fog, low visibility and poor air quality in the…

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Ishan Kishan recalls “holding back tears” until Virat Kohli stepped in

India batter opens up on Kohli’s support and his comeback journey

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School holiday on 4 February 2026: Schools to function normally

Education departments dispel rumours linked to Shab-e-Barat confusion

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Delhi to give free LPG cylinders to ration card holders on Holi, Diwali

Delhi government rolls out DBT-backed LPG support for eligible ration card families

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iOS 27 Expected at WWDC 2026 with Focus on Stability and AI

Apple prioritizes performance and smarter Siri in major 2026 software overhaul

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Special Trains to Run Between Katra and Srinagar for Two Days

Two-Day Special Rail Service Boosts Connectivity Between Katra and Srinagar

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Bihar Records 13.1% GSDP Growth in 2024–25, Outpaces National Average

Bihar outpaces India with 13.1% GSDP growth in FY25. Capital investment, agriculture…

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Jharkhand to get ₹7,536 crore for railway expansion, says Vaishnaw

12+ Vande Bharat trains, new Amrit Bharat routes, 57 stations to be…

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Jai OTT release date confirmed for Roopesh Shetty–Suniel Shetty film

Kannada‑Tulu political action drama premieres on OTT this week

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Union Budget 2026 brings five rule changes impacting your money

Budget updates taxes, trading costs, crypto rules, property deals, remittances

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BSNL launches annual recharge plans with up to 3GB daily data

BSNL introduces yearly prepaid plans with high data and unlimited calling

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Tilak Varma returns as India A beat USA in warm-up

Jagadeesan’s 104, Badoni’s 60* seal 38-run India A win

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Budget fails to cut iPhone 17 Pro Max price, premium phones stay costly

No retail tax relief for premium phones; cashback offers take centre stage

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IMD warns heavy rain, thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms across several states from Feb 2–4

IMD warns; prepare for hail, heavy rain, gusty winds and travel disruption.

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Official: Mumbai Police Deny ‘12 Children Missing’ Rumors, Warn of FIRs for Fake Posts

Police clarify claims are misleading, urge citizens not to panic

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Kashmir’s Aaqib Parray Helps Students Find Career Clarity

Young counsellor bridges education and employment gap across Kashmir

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8th Pay Commission Delay After Budget 2026 Sparks Union Warning

Central government employee unions have raised concerns after Budget 2026 made no…

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EPF claims processed faster after EPFO digital upgrades, says government

Automation and Aadhaar‑linked e‑KYC ease delays in provident fund withdrawals

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School Holiday on Feb 3: Schools Closed in Jajpur Town, J&K Winter Break Continues

President’s visit shuts schools in Odisha town; J&K winter vacation continues, others…

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20 New Trains Roll Out Feb 1: Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat Routes

Indian Railways adds new services nationwide to ease travel rush and improve…

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Gold Prices See Correction After Budget: Today’s Rates Across Indian Cities

Gold prices retreat after Budget‑day volatility; check updated city‑wise rates for February…

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Magnitude 4.6 Earthquake Jolts Hanjiwera Bala; Tremors Felt Across Kashmir and Parts of Pakistan

Srinagar, Feb 2: A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck near Hanjiwera Bala in…

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India’s First Barrier‑Free Toll Plaza Is Live: Speed Through Surat–Bharuch Stretch Without Stopping

India’s first MLFF toll trial lets vehicles pass at speed using FASTag,…

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Kohli Reigns Supreme as T20 World Cup’s All-Time Run King

Virat Kohli tops T20 World Cup charts, leaving legends behind with unmatched…

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Budget 2026 Keeps Retirement Rules Unchanged — What It Means

Union Budget leaves EPF wage ceiling at ₹15,000; no change to EPS-95…

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Union Budget 2026–27: ₹1.39 Lakh Crore Push Links Learning to Jobs

Record education outlay boosts STEM, AI skilling, girls’ hostels and university townships.

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Income Tax: What Employers Need From You as the Financial Year Ends

Employers are collecting final tax proofs and declarations from salaried staff to…

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Flying Back to India? New ₹75,000 Duty‑Free Limit Now in Effect

India revises baggage rules, raises duty‑free allowance, cuts customs duty, updates jewellery…

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“If Someone Asks, He Can Say ‘I Was Sharpening My Knife’”: Ashwin Lauds Ishan Kishan’s Return

Ashwin says Kishan has returned “twice the player he was” after time…

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Apple to Open Second Mumbai Store “Soon”: Tim Cook Hails a “Terrific” India Quarter

A “terrific” quarter in India is powering the next phase of retail…

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Bengaluru Bullet Train Routes: Chennai & Hyderabad Links Explained

Budget 2026-27 proposes two high-speed rail corridors linking Bengaluru with Chennai and…

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Budget 2026: New Income Tax Act Starts April 1 — What Changes Next

Govt slates April 1, 2026 start for Income Tax Act, 2025; simplified…

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Budget 2026: ₹12.2 Lakh Cr Infra Push, 7 High-Speed Rail Corridors

Budget 2026 increases public capex to ₹12.2 lakh crore, proposes 7 high-speed…

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Govt Weighs Major EPF Hike: Wage Ceiling May Rise to ₹25,000 After SC Directive

A bigger safety net is coming, but your monthly cash-in-hand might dip.

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