Friday, March 29News and updates from Kashmir

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Old woman rescued by locals from Jhelum in Srinagar succumbs

Old woman rescued by locals from Jhelum in Srinagar succumbs

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A woman who was rescued by locals after she allegedly jumped into river Jhelum at New Zainakadal bridge succumbed on Thursday afternoon. Sources told news agency Kashmir Scroll that an old aged woman name (withheld) resident of Kailashpora was rescued by locals after she allegedly tried to end her life by jumping into river Jhelum on Ist July. They said after the incident she was taken to SMHS hospital for treatment, where she succumbed this afternoon. Meanwhile, police are investigating the matter and further details are awaited.(KS)
Woman found mysteriously dead in Sirigufwara

Woman found mysteriously dead in Sirigufwara

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Suhail Dar A 35-year-old woman was allegedly found dead at her home in the Kalan area of Sirigufwara in south Kashmir's Anantnag district. An official told The Kashmiriyat that on Wednesday, a married woman (35), was found lying unconscious at her home in the Anantnag area, after which she was rushed to the hospital. They doctors at SDH Bijbehara declared her brought dead on arrival. Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident and initiated further investigation.
The curious case of the Rajouri ‘runaway bride’

The curious case of the Rajouri ‘runaway bride’

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Ubaid Mukhtar A woman from Rajouri district in Jammu Kashmir defrauded more two dozen men from Kashmir and escaped every time after marrying. The incident came to the forth when more than a dozen men approached the Police with a missing report of their wife. However, when they showed the photographs, the photographs were of one woman only. Speaking to The Kashmiriyat, a resident of Budgam's Khan Sahib said that he was approached by a marriage broker few months ago showing him the photographs of a Rajouri woman for marriage. Abdul Ahad Mir said, "My son has some physical issues. A local middleman approached me saying that he would get my son married and all I needed to do was pay him two lakhs." The family along with some relatives reached Rajouri and booked some hotel rooms, ho...
Dead body of youth found in Bandipora, investigation launched

Dead body of youth found in Bandipora, investigation launched

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Shah Basit The dead body a youth from Bandipora was found in Gamroo area of Bandipora in north Kashmir. Official sources told The Kashmiriyat that on Thursday morning, locals spotted a body near the bridge in Gamroo, following which they informed the police. The Police took the body in their possession and after investigation the deceased was identified as Junaid Ahmad Baba from Bagh Bandipora. Police have registered a case in this regard and started further investigation, they said.
‘Martyr’s Day’ in Kashmir: ‘I’m under house arrest’, says Mehbooba Mufti

‘Martyr’s Day’ in Kashmir: ‘I’m under house arrest’, says Mehbooba Mufti

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PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti alleged that she has been put under house arrest on the ocassion of Martyrs day in Kashmir. Mehbooba Mufti said “I'm under house arrest for wanting to visit Martyr’s graveyard today. This at a time when GOI has used its tall claims of normalcy in SC to justify an act of betrayal- the illegal abrogation of Article 370.” “BJPs own heroes Vir Sarvarkar, Shyama Prasad Mukheriji ,Gowalkar & Godse who spread hatred & divison can’t be forced on us. For us those who sacrificed their lives for democracy to take root in J&K will always be admired for their act of courage,” she said in a tweet. “We won’t allow you to distort our history or forget our heroes. On the occasion of Martyrs day, I salute their courage for valiantly fighting against despots to t...
Denied security, Omar Abdullah walks on his own to remember 1931 martyrs

Denied security, Omar Abdullah walks on his own to remember 1931 martyrs

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Former Chief Minister of Jammu Kashmir Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that he was denied security cover for addressing a gathering called to remember the martyrs of 1931. Omar Abdullah took to his Twitter handle and referring to Police said, "Don’t think that refusing to give me my escort vehicles & ITBP cover will stop me. I’ll walk to where I have to get to & that’s exactly what I’m doing now." National conference's Twitter handle posted a video of the former chief Minister walking with a few close associates on the streets of Srinagar. https://twitter.com/OmarAbdullah/status/1679355565670293506 "Despite the restrictions placed on JKNC Vice President, which denied him security vehicles and ITBP cover, he chose to walk from his home to the Nawai Subh office. His purpos...
‘The Kashmir Files is highly unrealistic, disservice to Kashmiri Pandits’, says former IPS officer

‘The Kashmir Files is highly unrealistic, disservice to Kashmiri Pandits’, says former IPS officer

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Admitting the Governor Jagmohan failed to address the crisis that emerged in Kashmir after the eruption of armed militancy in Kashmir in early 90, former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer said that the J-K administration could have prevented the situation. He said that a lot of people blame Jagmohan for facilitating the migration of Kashmiri Pandits from the valley. "Jagmohan provided Army trucks and paramilitary vehicles to Kashmiri Pandits which is not untrue," he said. Shiv Murari Sahai, who was posted in Kashmir said that the incidents in the movie were highly dramatized and highly unrealistic. "A lot of Kashmiri Pandits I met said that the movie had made it highly difficult for them to return home. The sort of vilification against the Muslim community has made it tough for Kas...
’13 July a turning point in Kashmir’s history’: Abdullahs offer glowing tributes to July 13 Martyrs

’13 July a turning point in Kashmir’s history’: Abdullahs offer glowing tributes to July 13 Martyrs

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National Conference (NC) President and Member of the Parliament from Srinagar Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President Omar Abdullah Wednesday paid glowing tributes to the 22 valiant martyrs of 13th July, 1931 on their 92nd Martyrdom anniversary. Highlighting the valour and selfless sacrifices of the martyrs, National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President Omar Abdullah as per a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said 13th July 1931 was a watershed moment in the history of Kashmir and marked the beginning of a struggle against tyranny, oppression and despotism. In his message on the occasion, National Conference President and Member of Parliament for Srinagar, Dr. Farooq Abdullah said the sacrifices of the valiant martyrs was timeless a...
Various social activists launch ‘Jammu Kashmir Awami Tehreek’

Various social activists launch ‘Jammu Kashmir Awami Tehreek’

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On Wednesday, several social activists of Jammu Kashmir launched a new political party "Jammu Kashmir Awami Tehreek." Speaking on the occasion, party spokesperson Angad Singh Khalsa Nirmaljeet said that it is a pleasure to announce the launch of Awami Tehreek, a dynamic and progressive Social and political party with integrity, transparency and a bold vision for the future. "JK Awami Tehreek represents a diverse group of passionate individuals who are committed to serving the people of Jammu and Kashmir. are united for a common purpose," he said. Defending the rights and aspirations of the people of Jammu Kashmir is the main objective of this party and attention will be given to it, said Angad Singh Khalsa, who has been seen at the forefront of several protests in the recent times...
Chinese soldiers erected tents in Ladakh’s buffer zone for two days, claims Councilor

Chinese soldiers erected tents in Ladakh’s buffer zone for two days, claims Councilor

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Political leader from Ladkah and Councilor Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council Konchok Stanzin today questioned the presence of Chinese soldiers for two days in a buffer zone in Ladakh. Quoting villagers, Konchok Stanzin as per the news agency Kashmir News Trust said that the Peoples Liberation Army of China vacated the buffer zone after staying there for two days which is a violation of the disengagement agreement. Konchok Stanzin in a tweet said: “As per the villager source, PLA tented 4 tents just below Table Top Mountain two days back and vacated today. This area falls under the buffer zone. Then how did those tents come up? It's a complete violation of the disengagement agreement. Isn't it a matter of concern?” [KNT]