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Unclaimed water bottle creates IED scare in Rajouri
*Unclaimed water bottle creates IED scare in Rajouri*
M S Nazki
Jammu, Feb 28 (GNS): An unclaimed water bottle caused panic in Panja Chowk of Rajouri with police and paramilitary CRPF rushing to the area, suspecting it to be an IED, officials said.
They said at about 7:50 a.m., Police’s Special Operation Group along with Bomb Disposal Squad and CRPF cordoned off Panja Chowk after information that there was unclaimed object. Without taking any chances, they said, the object was thoroughly checked.
“After inspection, it turned out to be a water bottle,” a police officer told GNS. Asked about the panic due to it, he said, “Security establishment does not take any chances.” (GNS)
MeT forecasts intermittent moderate snow, rain from ....
*MeT forecasts intermittent moderate snow, rain from today evening in J&K*
*Says Weather System May Affect Surface Transportation Over Major Passes*
Srinagar, Feb 28 (GNS): The weather department on Tuesday forecast intermittent light to moderate snowfall and rain in Jammu and Kashmir.
“Intermittent light to moderate snowfall/rain (thunderstorm with rain in Jammu region) is expected at most places of J&K with main activity on February 28th(evening)- March 1st,” a meteorological department official here told GNS, adding, “Dry weather is expected during 3rd to 7th March.”
He said that the weather system may affect surface transportation over major passes like Srinagar-Jammu highway, Sinthan Top, Sadna Top etc. during March 1-2nd.
Regarding temperature, he said, Srinagar recorded a low of 4.0°C against 4.2°C on the previous night and it was above normal by 2.5°C for the summer capital.
Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 1.8°C against 1.5°C on the previous night and it was 1.4°C above normal for the gateway town of Kashmir.
Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of minus 1.2°C against minus 0.9°C on the previous night and it was 2.3°C above normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Kokernag recorded a low of 3.0°C against 2.4°C on the previous night and it was 2.9°C above normal for the place, the officials said.
Gulmarg recorded a low of minus 3.0°C against minus 2.5°C on the previous night and it was 2.8°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.
In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 2.8°C against 3.1°C on the previous night and it was 2.8°C above normal for the north Kashmir area.
Jammu recorded a low of 13.1°C against 15.1°C on the previous night. It was 1.5°C above normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.
Banihal, he said, recorded a low of 2.8°C (above normal by 0.6°C), Batote 6.0°C (above normal by 2.5°C), Katra 12.2°C (2.7°C above normal) and Bhadarwah 4.4°C (3.6°C above normal).
Ladakh’s Leh and Kargil recorded a low of minus 6.4°C and 5.2°C respectively, the official said.
While Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day long harsh winter period that started on December 21 and a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’ that followed it have ended, Kashmir is under grip of 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which ends on March 1. (GNS)
Bharti Airtel just announced the launch of Airtel 5G Plus services in four new cities of Jammu and Kashmir.
Bharti Airtel just announced the launch of Airtel 5G Plus services in four new cities of Jammu and Kashmir. Bharti Airtel customers in Katra, Anantnag, Baramulla and Rajouri can now experience Airtel 5G Plus services. Airtel 5G Plus services are already live in Jammu, Srinagar, Samba, Kathua, Udhampur, Akhnoor, Kupwara, Lakhanpur and Khour, taking the total number of Airtel 5G Plus cities in Jammu and Kashmir to 13.
Ahead of G20 Summit, Secretary H&ME visits Gulmarg, takes review of healthcare arrangements
Ahead of G20 Summit, Secretary H&ME visits Gulmarg, takes review of healthcare arrangements
SRINAGAR, February 25: Administrative Secretary, Health and Medical Education (H&ME), Bhupinder Kumar, today visited Gulmarg to take a review of healthcare arrangements being provided to the people and to see the arrangements for the upcoming G20 Summit.
He was accompanied by Director Health Services, Kashmir, Dr Mushtaq Ahmad Rather, CEO Gulmarg Development Authority, Chief Medical Officer Baramulla, Block Medical Officer Tangmarg, officers from R&B Department, PWD and Youth Services and Sports Department and various officers and officials of the health department, official spokesman told Sachnews in a press conference.
During his visit, Administrative Secretary Health visited the existing PHC Gulmarg and also visited the proposed site for the make-shift hospital.
The Administrative Secretary Health directed the officers to make all the requisite arrangements for the people and also make full proof arrangements for the upcoming G20 Summit.
Pertinently, he also directed Director Health Services, Kashmir, Dr Mushtaq Ahmad Rather to make all healthcare arrangements enroute to Gulmarg and all the places for the G20 Summit as well as for the benefit of the public.
SIU Srinagar Attaches Four Houses For Providing Shelter To TRF/LeT Militants
SIU Srinagar Attaches Four Houses For Providing Shelter To TRF/LeT Militants
Srinagar, February 27: Police on Monday said that its State Investigation Unit attached four houses for providing wilfully shelter to TRF/ LeT in Central Kashmir’s Srinagar district.
In a handout, the police said that its Special Investigation unit (SIU-II) Srinagar today attached 04 residential houses , 3 located at Barthana Qamerwari and 1 at Sangam Eidgah Srinagar for providing shelter to militants.
According to police spokesman, the said orders were issued in exercise of power confered U/S 25 read with 2 (g)( ii) UA(P) Act. The information of attachment of properties was submitted to designated authority.
The residential houses belonged to Mst shaheena /Asif Nath wife & son of Mohd Yunis Nath, Altaf Ahmed Dar son of Mohd Abdullah, Mudasir Ahmed Mir son of Mohd Sultan resident of barthena Qamerwari and Abdul Rehman Bhat son of Abdul Salam bhat resident of Sangam Eidgah in presence of Executive Magistrates and other witnesses.
The team on spot directed the concerned that there should be no alteration or otherwise to the attached properties without the prior permission of the designated Authority, he said.
Pertinent to mention that police station Parimpora on 28 05 2022 had recieved a reliable information and registered a case under FIR No 127/2022 u/s 153A 153 B 505 IPC and in its continued investigation, a module was found involved in hiding & providing logistical support to active militants of TRF/LeT outfit. Which resulted in the arrest of the involved persons, he said.
Also during the investigation it was found that the militants had been sheltered in the said residential houses.
During the course of investigation proceeding U/S 24/25 UA(P) act was initiated, he said.
Later proper accord of approval for attachment of houses was recieved.
Besides,the chargesheet of the case was presented before Honble court u/s 7/25 AAct and 13 16 18 19 20 38 &39 UA(P) Act on 02 Dec 2022 against 13 accussed persons including active militants of TRF/ LeT for the logical judicial determination
The investigation of the said case is still going on u/s 173(8), he said.
Citizens are again requested not to provide shelter or logistics to militants failing which law will take its own course, he said.(GNS)
Yasin Malik Appears Before Court
YasinMalik Appears Before Court In RubaiyaSayeed Kidnapping Case Via Video-Conferencing; Eyewitness Identifies Him.
Temp drops below normal in twin capitals, dry weather forecast in J&K
Temp drops below normal in twin capitals, dry weather forecast in J&K
Srinagar, February 23: The minimum temperature dropped on Thursday below normal in twin capitals and Pahalgam even as the weather department forecast mainly clear to partly cloudy weather at most places in the next few days in Jammu and Kashmir.
A meteorological department official here told GNS that Srinagar recorded a low of 0.6°C against the previous night’s 3.7°C. Today’s minimum temperature, he said, was ‘below’ normal by 0.3°C for the summer capital.
Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 0.0°C against minus 0.2°C on the previous night and it was 0.1°C above normal for the gateway town of Kashmir.
Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of minus 4.4°C against minus 3.7°C on the previous night and it was 0.4°C ‘below’ normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Kokernag recorded a low of 2.1°C against 1.2°C on the previous night and it was 2.8°C above normal for the place, the officials said.
Gulmarg recorded a low of minus 3.8°C against minus 4.0°C on the previous night and it was 2.9°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.
In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 0.3°C against 0.6°C on the previous night and it was 0.6°C above normal for the north Kashmir area.
Jammu recorded a low of 10.1°C against 11.1°C on the previous night. It was 0.5°C ‘below’ normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.
Banihal, he said, recorded a low of 6.8°C (above normal by 5.6°C), Batote 6.4°C (above normal by 2.9°C), Katra 10.6°C (2.1°C above normal) and Bhadarwah 2.2°C (1.6°C above normal).
Ladakh’s Leh and Kargil recorded a low of minus 9.6°C and 12.6°C respectively, the official said.
The MeT has forecast mainly clear weather at most places in the next 24 hours.
On February 24-25, he said, mainly clear to partly cloudy weather was expected at most places.
On February 26, he said, weather was likely to be generally cloudy with possibility of light rain and snow at scattered places. On February 27-28, he said, the weather was likely to be partly cloudy and on March 1-2, he said it is expected to be cloudy with possibility of light rain and snowfall at scattered places.
While Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day long harsh winter period that started on December 21 and a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’ that followed it have ended, Kashmir is under grip of 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which ends on March 1.
Government is expected to get Rs 150 from the property tax.
The Jammu and Kashmir administration expects to get 150 crore rupees in revenue from property tax, and the money will go towards bolstering municipal bodies to give people better civic services.
Under the new property policy, he said, there will be a 10 percent rebate for early submission, which can be paid in two equal installments.
The Jammu and Kashmir administration had on Tuesday ordered the imposition of property tax across its municipal areas from 1 April.
The tax rates will be five percent of the Annual Value (TAV) for residential properties and six percent for commercial properties, it had said.
“The government is expected to get Rs 150 from the property tax imposition in 2023-24. It is imposed for the first time in J&K,” Principal Secret
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ary, Housing and Urban Development department, H Rajesh Prasad, told reporters.
He said that the step is for making municipal corporations and other bodies financially self-reliant. “It is a step for the benefit of the people.”
“Better municipal services are expected to attract more investment and encourage more people to set up business in J-K. Revenue from property taxes will be used to improve.
Indian Army in collaboration with Degree College Sogam organised a seminar on " G 20 Summit 2023 and opportunities for Kashmir
Indian Army in collaboration with Degree College Sogam organised a seminar on " G 20 Summit 2023 and opportunities for Kashmir
23 Feb 2023
"Vasudeva Kutumbakam", the theme of G20 Summit 2023 which means, "One Earth, One Family, One Future". This theme affirms the 'Value of Life' - human, animal, plant and microorganisms - and their interconnectedness on the planet Earth and in wider universe. Staying true to its theme, G20 Summit 2023 is being hosted by India and is going to cover important aspects such as education, finance, women empowerment, tourism, environment and climate suitability, culture, agriculture , sustainable development, energy transitions, disaster and risk reduction, digital economy, trade and investment, employment and health.
G20 Summit is going to open surfeit of opportunities for India, especially Kashmir. The one day seminar conducted by Degree College Sogam in collaboration with Indian Army was aimed to create awareness amongst the youth of Kashmir about G20 Summit, the opportunities & avenues which the Summit is going to open and instil in them a sense of responsibility for smooth conduct of G20. The event was presided by Dr Doifode Sagar Dattatray, IAS, DC Kupwara, Co-presided by Col Anupam Hajela, Commanding Officer 28 Rashtriya Rifles Battalion and Co-hosted by Dr Shamim Ahmad Dar, Principal Govt Degree college, Sogam. The Guest of Honour for the event was Mr Yougal Manhas, JKPS, SSP Kupwara.
The event saw various subject experts and professors from different colleges and universities speaking about relevant topics on G20 with emphasis on Kashmir. As per the students who attended, the informative seminar was an eye opener and one of its kind event which Lolab witnessed. The enthusiasm and impact the seminar had on the youth of Lolab were evident by the array of questions and overwhelming participation by the students. Such initiatives and their success are testimony to the changing Kashmir and her gallop towards the meadows of development and a brighter future.
Rape accused cricketer to use WhatsApp, revokes overnight curfew
Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka, who was accused of sexual assault has now been allowed to use WhatsApp and the overnight curfew imposed on him by the court has also been relaxed, as per The Chronicle.
It was on November 6 that the 31-year-old was arrested on Sussex Street after a 29-year-old woman had accused him of sexual assault after they matched on Tinder.
The cricketer was charged with four counts of sexual intercourse without consent and was refused bail in the Local Court on November 7, 2022.
According to The Chronicle, the cricketer was presented in Sydney’s Downing Centre Local Court on Thursday, where his defence barrister Emma Sullivan applied for two variations in the 31-year-old’s bail.
The first condition involved the court allowing Gunathilaka to use WhatsApp which was earlier denied by Magistrate Jennifer Atkinson. However, he is still not allowed to use any dating or social media applications.
As per the report, the defence barrister also urged the court to revoke the overnight curfew and enforcement conditions after police attended Gunathilaka’s home at 2 am. While opposing the variation, DPP solicitor George Rixon said that it should be in place in order to “mitigate the risks” for further offences.
“The accused’s aggressive sexual behaviour is of concern,” he said.
Danushka Gunathilaka was granted leave to move into a one-bedroom apartment in Sydney’s inner west before Christmas last year. He previously surrendered his passport and has been ordered not to approach any international departure point as a provision of his bail.
The Sri Lankan national was ordered to report to police every day and abide by a nightly curfew.
Gunathilaka’s bail was backed by a $150,000 surety provided by a “friend of a friend” and a further $50,000 provided by the cricketer.
First ever Snow festival conducted in Mund Daji Rafiabad.
First ever Snow festival conducted in Mund Daji Rafiabad. Will put efforts to village tourism, Mund Daji to have better facilities including Internet.
Dc Baramulla Dr Syed sehrish
Job aspirants protest in Srinagar demand inquiry report on recruitment irregularities be made public*
*Job aspirants protest in Srinagar demand inquiry report on recruitment irregularities be made public*
Srinagar, Feb 22: Job aspirants, who had applied for various posts in the Fire and Emergency Services, on Wednesday held a demonstration here demanding that the Jammu and Kashmir administration make public the report of the inquiry committee formed to probe alleged irregularities in the recruitment process.
The protestors assembled at Press Colony on Residency Road here holding banners and placards, which read “we want justice”.
“I am a victim of injustice by the Fire and Emergency Services Department. We applied for the posts in 2012 but it was found that there was a 'scam'. Then we applied again in 2018 and again a 'scam' was found. Last year again another 'scam' was found,” Bilal Ahmad Sheikh, one of the protesters, told PTI.
Sheikh said the administration had formed a three-member panel headed by Additional Chief Secretary Home R K Goyal to probe the alleged irregularities in December last year.
“The committee was given one month to submit the report but now we are into the third month and the report has not come,” he added.
Khursheed Ahmad Parray, another aspirant, said the protestors will not leave till the administration does not make the report public.
“No one is a stone-pelter here. If you find one, hang him! But bring forth the thieves who were saved in 2012, 2018 and again now. We want justice; make public the report of the inquiry committee appointed in December,” he said.–(PTI)
Three persons including woman arrested in ‘narco terror’ case in Kashmir: SIA
*Three persons including woman arrested in ‘narco terror’ case in Kashmir: SIA*
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b 22, KDC: State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir on Wednesday said that it has arrested three including a woman for smuggling around 24 kilograms of narcotics worth crores of rupees from Pakistan.
State Investigation Agency in a statement to news agency Kashmir Dot Com said “Targeting the financial networks of terror outfits with an aim to destroy its ecosystem and support structure completely, State Investigation Agency, Kashmir conducted searches on Monday at multiple locations in districts of Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam and Baramulla.”
About 04 premises of narco terror suspects in different districts of Kashmir were searched on Tuesday viz residential premises of Abdul Rashid Bhat R/O Padgampora, Awantipora, Danish Farooq R/O Nasrullapora, Budgam, Abdul Rashid Mir R/O Amargrah, Sopore and Ovais Gul Bhat R/O Hardu Akad Anantnag in compliance to search warrant obtained from the Court of Special Judge, designated under NIA Act (TADA/POTA) Srinagar in connection with investigation of case FIR No. 19/2022, U/S 8/21,29 NDPS Act, 13,17, 18, 39,40 UA (P) Act read with section 120-B, 121, 121 A IPC of P/S CI/SIA Srinagar, registered in Police Station CIK (SIA) Kashmir, they said.
The SIA further said that it has learnt that investigation of the case has so far unearthed a narco- terror module that was being operated by proscribed terrorist organizations across the border in coordination with Central Jail Srinagar based handlers.
They said that investigations established so far that the syndicate had succeeded in smuggling around 24 kilograms of Narcotics worth crores of rupees from Pakistan, transported it to different places through human couriers, sold it to dealers at different places, collected the sale proceeds, and used a large portion of the proceeds for prohibited activities for supporting and nurturing terror activities. The narcotics proceeds were used for personal financial enrichment of members of the syndicate besides, huge narcotic proceeds were channelized to support and finance terror activities in the valley.
Three members of the syndicate including a lady have so far been arrested, during the investigation of the case, the SIA said adding that further investigation in the case is continuing. (KDC)
No Army in MainLand in Kashmir.
If the plan is approved, the CRPF would be replaced by the army to look into the challenges of law and order.
The report said the army may be withdrawn from the two districts of Anantnag and Kulgam followed by the proper assessment of the after-effects of the move. If all goes well then further steps towards withdrawal would be taken, the report added
Since the August 5, 2019 decisions, violence in the valley has steadily reduced,” an MHA official told The Indian Express. “Stone pelting has almost vanished and the law and order situation is largely under control. However, a large presence of the Indian Army in the hinterland would sit oddly with the claims of normalcy.
If the plan is approved, the CRPF would be replaced by the army to look into the challenges of law and order.
The report said the army may be withdrawn from the two districts of Anantnag and Kulgam followed by the proper assessment of the after-effects of the move. If all goes well then further steps towards withdrawal would be taken, the report added
Chillai-Khurd’ ends as J&K braces for light rain, snow today.
‘Chillai-Khurd’ ends as J&K braces for light rain, snow today
Srinagar, February 20: As ‘Chillai-Khurd’ makes its exit this season, mercury saw a slight drop amid overnight cloud cover in Kashmir valley but no place recorded below sub-zero temperature for the second day in a row on Monday. There is forecast for light rain and snowfall today.
A meteorological department official here told GNS that Srinagar recorded a low of 5.3°C against the previous night’s 6.7°C . Today’s minimum temperature, he said, was above normal by 4.4°C for the summer capital.
Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 3.1°C against 4.4°C on the previous night and it was 3.2°C above normal for the gateway town of Kashmir.
Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 1.7°C against minus 2.1°C on the previous night and it was 5.7°C above normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Kokernag recorded a low of 3.7°C against 3.2°C on the previous night and it was 4.4°C above normal for the place, the officials said.
Gulmarg recorded a low of 0.2°C against 2.0°C on the previous night and it was 6.9°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.
In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 4.5°C against 5.1°C on the previous night and it was 4.8°C above normal for the north Kashmir area.
Jammu recorded a low of 15.5°C against 14.1°C on the previous night. It was 4.9°C above normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.
Banihal, he said, recorded a low of 6.2°C (above normal by 5.0°C), Batote 9.1°C (above normal by 5.6°C), Katra 13.6°C (5.1°C above normal) and Bhadarwah 7.0°C (6.4°C above normal).
Ladakh’s Leh recorded a low of minus 2.2°C, the official said.
The MeT has forecast light rain in plains and light to moderate rain and snow in middle and higher reaches from late afternoon today to early morning of February 21.
While Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day long harsh winter period that started on December 21 and a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’ have ended, Kashmir is under grip of 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which started today and ends on March 1. (GNS)
Jammu's demography has changed. Where are the Dogras? .
Jammu's demography has changed. Where are the Dogras? Why isn't our Governor (LG) from the Dogra community? Why aren't those at important posts like DG and SP from the Dogra community?: PDP Chief & former CM Mehbooba Mufti at Jammu
Devender Singh case | NIA seizes three vehicles used for militant activities
Devender Singh case | NIA seizes three vehicles used for militant activities
Srinagar, Feb 18:
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday said it has seized three private vehicles in a case related to terror activities of former Jammu and Kashmir Police officer Devender Singh who was arrested in 2020.
These vehicles were used by the accused persons for "furtherance of terror activities in the Kashmir Valley", a spokesperson of the NIA said.
Singh, a former Deputy Superintendent of Police, was arrested on January 11, 2020, along with self-styled commander of banned terror outfit Hizbul Mujahideen Naveed Babu, Rafi Ahmad Rather and advocate Irfan Shafi Mir when their car was intercepted by the Jammu and Kashmir Police near Qazigund.
A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, three pistols and a cache of ammunition and explosives.
The NIA took over the case on January 17, 2020 and subsequently filed a 3,064-page charge sheet under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and sections of the Indian Penal Code against Singh and five others. The agency gave a detailed description of Singh's involvement in providing shelter to Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists.
Besides Singh, who was dismissed from service on May 20, 2021, others named in the charge sheet are Babu, his brother Syed Irfan Ahmad, Rather, Mir and businessman Tanveer Ahmad Wani, a former president of the Line of Control Traders Association.
The NIA spokesperson said the agency seized the three cars on Wednesday under Section 25 (1) of the UAPA.
"These vehicles were used by accused persons for the furtherance of terror activities in Kashmir Valley.
"Investigations have revealed that the Hyundai i20 owned and used by accused Mir, Maruti 800 registered in the name of Mushtaq Ahmad Shah and used by his son (Naveed Babu), and Hyundai i20 Sportz registered and used by Wani were used for terror activities in Kashmir Valley," the spokesperson said. (PTI)
Amid wet spell forecast, mercury considerably rises above normal in J&K
Srinagar, Feb 19: Amid forecast for scattered to widespread light to moderate rain and snow, mercury settled above sub-zero level across Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said.
A meteorological department official said that while Srinagar recorded a low of 6.7°C against the previous night’s 2.9°C . Today’s minimum temperature, he said, was above normal by 6.6°C for the summer capital.
Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 4.4°C against 1.8°C on the previous night and it was 4.5°C above normal for the gateway town of Kashmir.
Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 2.1°C against minus 1.4°C on the previous night and it was 6.5°C above normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Kokernag recorded a low of 3.2°C against 1.9°C on the previous night and it was 4.1°C above normal for the place, the officials said.
Gulmarg recorded a low of 2.0°C against 0.2°C on the previous night and it was 8.8°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.
In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 5.1°C against 1.2°C on the previous night and it was 5.3°C above normal for the north Kashmir area.
Jammu recorded a low of 14.1°C against 11.3°C on the previous night. It was 3.6°C above normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.
Banihal, he said, recorded a low of 5.8°C (above normal by 6.7°C), Batote 9.6°C (above normal by 4.5°C), Katra 13.6°C (5.5°C above normal) and Bhadarwah 7.3°C (7.0°C above normal).
Ladakh’s Leh and Kargil recorded a low of minus 1.2°C and minus 5.2°C respectively, the official said.
Scattered light rain and thunder over Jammu and Kashmir have been forecast in the next 24 hours and widespread light to moderate rain and snow on February 20.
While Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day long harsh winter period that started on December 21 has ended, Kashmir is under the grip of a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’. It will be followed by a 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which is from February 20 to March 1. (GNS)
Anjuman decries Me’raj-un-Nabi (SAW) not observed for 4 years due to Mirwaiz’s detention, Greets Muslims on this auspicious occasion
Anjuman decries Me’raj-un-Nabi (SAW) not observed for 4 years due to Mirwaiz’s detention, Greets Muslims on this auspicious occasion
Srinagar, Feb 18: Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid Srinagar expressed deep regret that due to the continuous house detention of its head and Mirwaiz e kashmir Molvi Mohammad Umar Farooq , Me’raj-un-Nabi (SAW) has not been observed for the last four years either at Jamia Masjid or Aali Masjid Eidgah Srinagar. In keeping with the centuries old tradition , Majlis e waz o tableeg would be held at the mosques during night , led by the Mirwaiz.
Auqaf said that in the absence of Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, it is not possible for the Auqaf management to organise this important religious function .
Anjuman said the Auqaf’s social reformative work carried under the leadership of Mirwaiz , has also greatly suffered due to his arbitrary detention . Despite repeated appeals to the authorities for his release from , it has been a prolonged detention of more than three and a half years so far . Muslims of the valley are deeply dismayed as they are being deprived of the invaluable sermons of Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir and his other religious and socio reformative guidance .
While greeting the people on the occasion of Meraj-un-Nabi (SAW), Anjuman Auqaf said that Prophet Muhammad (SAW’s) ascension to the heavens is a practical miracle of the Messenger of Allah (SAW), which is celebrated as a memorial and inspires new areas of thought till the Day of Resurrection.
The Anjuman once again urged the authorities to ensure the release of Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir before the upcoming month of Shabaan so that he resumes his traditional responsibilities, like his predecessors – the Mirwaizeen-e-Kashmir.
After Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka her husband Robert Vadra arrived in Gulmarg
*After Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka her husband Robert Vadra arrived in Gulmarg*
Srinagar, Feb 18, KDC: After Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and Robert Vadra arrived this morning in Kashmir on personal visit, official sources said.
They told news agency Kashmir Dot Com that Priyanka Gandhi, National general Secretary AICC along with her husband Robert Vadra have arrived from Delhi by flight no UK-643at 09:00 hours on Saturday. Both Husband and wife reached the Zaika restaurant of JKTDC Tangmarg where they stayed for half an hour and then reached SKI resort Gulmarg. Both the Z+ protected persons will stay for night at Khyber resorts.
Earlier, Senior Congress leader and Member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi arrived in Gulmarg on Wednesday on a personal visit.
“This visit of Priyanka Gandhi and Robert Vadra is personal and has nothing to do with any official or party activity,” sources said. (KDC)
Police solves 02 theft cases in Handwara, 3 arrested.
*Police solves 02 theft cases in Handwara, 3 arrested*
*Stolen property recovered*
February 18: Police in Handwara have solved two theft cases by arresting 3 accused persons and recovered stolen property from their possession.
During the investigation of case FIR No. 7/2023 of Police Station Handwara regarding the theft of Motorcycle on 13/01/2023 in Gonipora area of Handwara, a police party led by SHO Handwara during the further course of investigation, identified one accused person Shafkat Shareef Pir son of Mohd Shareef resident of Gundsana Hyhama Kupwara. Subsequently, he was arrested and on his disclosure stolen Motorcycle was recovered. Moreover, the vehicle (Tata Mobile) used in the commission of crime was also seized.
Furthermore, on 16/02/2023 Police Station Handwara received a complaint regarding the theft of iron roads from a shop at Bypass Handwara. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 30/2023 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Handwara and investigation was initiated.
During the investigation, officers investigating the case learnt about the involvement of two accused persons identified as Mudasir Majeed Shah son of Ab Majid resident of Jamia Qadeem Sopore and Nasir Ahmad Sofi son of Mushtaq Ahmad resident of Naseembagh Sopore A/P Kushal Colony Sopore who were subsequently arrested for their involvement in the commission of crime. On their disclosure, around 14.5 quintals of stolen Iron rods were recovered. The vehicle (Truck) used in the commission of crime was also seized.
Further investigation in both the cases is going on to ascertain further involvement of accused persons in other theft cases.
Mehak Bashir of class 6th from GURU NANAK DEV MODEL HIGH SCHOOL BARAMULLA bagged a Gold Medal in KICK Boxing at National level.
Mehak Bashir of class 6th from GURU NANAK DEV MODEL HIGH SCHOOL BARAMULLA bagged a Gold Medal in KICK Boxing at National level.
This award stands alone proudly witnessing your hard work and dedication. This award makes you shining in midst of names and fame. Keep going in your life and achieve your all dreams with your hard work. Congratulation for your achievement.”
Staff and management of GNDMHS Baramulla feel proud of you.
I want to perform in the ODI World Cup against India. I want to take five wickets against India in India
IHSANULLAH 🗣️:-
"I want to perform in the ODI World Cup against India. I want to take five wickets against India in India"
#ODIWorldCup2023 #PAKvsIND
*J&K govt to procure 200 e-buses for environment-friendly public transport in twin capital cities*
*J&K govt to procure 200 e-buses for environment-friendly p
ublic transport in twin capital cities*
Jammu, Feb 17: The Jammu and Kashmir government is procuring a fleet of 200 electric buses to establish environment-friendly and socially sustainable network of public transport in the Union Territory's twin capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar, officials said on Friday.
For this, Tata Motors has been given land to build the depot whose construction has started, they said.
The Jammu and Kashmir government is procuring 100 e-buses each for both the capital cities, the officials said.
The electric buses will establish an environmentally, socially and financially sustainable network of public transport in the city, said Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL) Rahul Yadav who reviewed the project.
He said that the electric buses will play a vital role in facilitating tourists as well as people.–(PTI)
#JUSTIN: Miracle of Allah (SWT) Fatma, was rescued after 200 hours
Miracles continue as more survivors have been pulled alive from the rubble nine days after strong earthquakes hit southeastern Türkiye.
First responders pulled Fatma Gungor, a 77-year-old woman, alive from the rubble in southeastern Adiyaman province late on Tuesday, some 212 hours after "Disaster of the Century" struck parts of Türkiye and Syria.
"I'm so excited, I don't know what to say. We almost got to the point of giving up," a rescuer at the site told local media and public broadcaster TRT Haber, which has been broadcasting visuals of the rescue missions since last week.
"We didn't even eat. Thank God it has ended well. I thank both Kocaeli Golcuk Shipyard [workers] and AFAD [rescue team]. So glad we have you."
Earlier on Tuesday, a father and his daughter were rescued some 209 hours after the tragedy in hard-hit Hatay province.
Ramazan Yucel, 45, was rescued from the rubble 207 hours after the earthquake in Adiyaman.
Two brothers, Baki Yeninar, 21, and Muhammed Enes Yeninar, 17, were rescued in the province of Kahramanmaras, where the quakes were centred, almost 200 hours later.
Baki said he held onto life by drinking a protein shake.
Driver dies after truck rolls down near Panthyal
*Driver dies after truck rolls down near Panthyal*
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Srinagar, Feb 16 (KS) :- A truck driver died after his truck rolled down in a deep gorge on National Highway in Panthyal in Ramban district on Thursday.
An official told the kashmir Scroll that a truck bearing reg. No PB02CR 9145 loaded with fresh vegetables rolled down in a deep gorge near Panthyal,
In the incident driver identified as Shamsher singh son of Gurdev singh resident of Tarantaran Punjab died on spot, he said.
His body has been recovered and further proceedings in this regard have been initiated, he said. (KS)
Search launched after gunshot like sound heard in Srinagar’s Qamarwari*
*Search launched after gunshot like sound heard in Srinagar’s Qamarwari*
Srinagar, Feb 16 (KNO): Jammu and Kashmir police on Thursday launched a cordon and search in Qamarwari area of Srinagar after gunshot like sound was heard in the area.
Srinagar police in a Tweet, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) informed that some gunshot like sound was heard in Qamarwari area.
Police said a team of cops was in the locality to ascertain the facts, however, there was on damage or injury reported.
“Some gunshot like sound was heard in Qamarwari area. Police team is in the locality to ascertain facts, there is no damage or injury whatsoever. Cordon and Search Operations launched in the area,” police tweeted—(KNO)
Kathua gangrape: HC tells registrar to
*Kathua gangrape: HC tells registrar to transfer money deposited by media houses to J-K legal aid*
New Delhi, Feb 16: The Delhi High Court has directed its registrar to transfer the amount deposited by media houses which were pulled up for disclosing the identity of the eight-year-old gangraped and killed in Kathua to a fund for sexual assault victims.
Two media houses recently deposited Rs 10 lakh each with the court and others had done so earlier. In a recent order, the court said the money should be given to the Victim Compensation Fund of the Jammu and Kashmir State Legal Services Authority.
“The Registrar General of this court is directed to transmit the amounts so deposited by respondents no.8, 28 (two media houses) and by other respondents (media houses) in the present case, if any such amount is still lying with the court, to the Victim Compensation Fund maintained by the Jammu and Kashmir State Legal Services Authority for disbursement of funds to the victims/families of the deceased victims of sexual violence,” a bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad said.
In April 2018, the high court took up the matter on its own after coming across the media reports and issued notices to several of them for disclosing the identity of the minor girl. It also prohibited them from further revealing her identity.
The media houses then apologised. Their counsel submitted that they would be willing to deposit amounts to be used towards compensation to victims and families of victims of sexual violence to establish their sincerity and bonafide of intent.
In its order earlier this week on February 13, the high court noted that the counsel for parties said all the media houses to whom notices were issued had complied with the April 2018 directive and no further orders were required to be passed in the matter.
“Taking note of the nature and manner of reporting of an alleged incident of a gang rape and murder by various newspapers wherein the privacy of victim which is required to be maintained in respect of the identity of a victim has been violated, this court initiated suo motu proceedings against various newspapers on April 13, 2018.
“The manner in which the incident was reported is contrary to Section 23 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO) as well as Section 228A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. The manner of reporting the incident is also against the public justice,” the bench said and disposed of the matter.
The high court had earlier said it was “unfortunate” and “extremely distressing” that the victim’s photograph was also displayed in the print and electronic media.
It said there were provisions in the penal law and under POCSO Act which prohibit any kind of reporting that affects reputation and impinges on the privacy of victims, including children, of sexual offences.
The eight-year-old had disappeared from near her home in a village near Kathua in Jammu and Kashmir on January 10, 2018. Her body was found in the same area a week later.
The Jammu and Kashmir police’s Crime Branch, which probed the case, filed a main chargesheet against seven persons and a separate one against against a juvenile in a court in Kathua district. The chargesheet revealed chilling details about how the girl was allegedly kidnapped, drugged, raped inside a place of worship before being killed.
On June 10, 2019, a special court sentenced three men to life imprisonment. Three others were convicted of destruction of evidence and handed five years in jail and one was acquitted.
On November 2022, the Supreme Court held that Shubam Sangra, a key accused in the case, was not a minor at the time of the offence and ordered his trial as an adult.
Section 23 of the POCSO Act specifically prohibits any reporting or comments which may have the effect of lowering his/her reputation or infringing upon his/ her privacy. A publisher or media house, if found to be in contravention of the section, is liable to be punished with imprisonment for a period ranging from six months to one year, or fine, or both.
Section 228A of the IPC also imposes a similar embargo on publication of identity of a victim of a sexual offence, making any contravention punishable with a maximum of two years imprisonment along with imposition of fine.–(PTI)
Fire in Watrigam
2 Civilians, Firefighter Injured As Gas Cylinder Blast Triggers Blaze in Watrigam Anantnag
Anantnag, Feb 15: At least two civilians and a firefighter were injured while dousing off blaze, triggered by a gas cylinder blast, in Watrigam area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Reports reaching that a gas cylinder exploded with a bang, resulting in fire in the house of one Mohammad Ishaq Parry, son of Ghulam Mohidin Parray at Watrigam Wanihama.
Fire tenders were rushed to the spot to contain the spread of fire and in the course of time two civilians identified as Tawseef Ahmad and Waseem Ahmad Itoo and a firefighter received injuries at the incident spot.
The injured trio was taken to a nearby hospital, where all of them are said to be stable.
An F&ES official confirming the injury of the fireman, identified him as Manzoor Ahmad, working as MD in the department. (GNS)
Mehreen Qazi Who is She?
Perfect Couple: Mehreen Qazi kisses husband IAS Athar Aamir Khan; pics go viral Mehreen dropped a series romantic pictures with her hubby Athar Aamir to mark the day of Love
Love is in the air for Dr. Mehreen Qazi and UPSC topper Athar Aamir Khan who celebrated their first Valentine’s Day after their marriage.
Mehreen dropped a series romantic pictures with her hubby Athar Aamir to mark the day of Love.
Sketch of Deputy commissioner
Kamran khan, a sketch artist from hajin area of Bandipora district, gifted handmade portrait to DC Baramulla Dr Syed Sehrish Asgar this afternoon.
Saalgirah Mubarak Naseem Shah - cake kaanay mein itna zor lagta jitni fast bowling mein?
Birthday wishes
Saalgirah Mubarak Naseem Shah - cake kaanay mein itna zor lagta jitni fast bowling mein?
