Jammu, Jan. 2 -- The government Thursday said it was "aware" of the difficulties faced by traders and general public due to the ongoing internet blockade and was considering all modalities to restore the service.

It, apparently, is the first such admission by the authorities of the troubles persistent internet blockade has brought on the people of Kashmir.

The issue was discussed by a Joint Trade Delegation from Kashmir which Thursday called on the Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu here at the Raj Bhavan and apprised him about their concerning issues.

Kewal Kumar Sharma and Farooq Khan - Advisors to Lieutenant Governor; BVR Subrahmanyam, Chief Secretary and Arun Kumar Mehta, Financial Commissioner, Finance were present on the occa...