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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the security situation in Jammu Kashmir has improved significantly militancy is “taking its last breath” here. The accommodations for employees belonging to the Kashmiri Pandit community will be provided lands in the valley at cheaper rates for their housing needs, he said. “The security situation is better than it was in the past. With confidence, I can say that terrorism is taking its last breath,” Sinha said while addressing Kashmiri Pandits at Mata Bhadrakali shrine on the outskirts of Jammu city. Sinha said that in the past, terrorists have targeted soft spots to instil fear within the community. "The neighbouring country is deliberately attempting to keep the pot of militancy boiling in J-K. We are making every effort to ensu...

In a shocking, just hours after giving birth to quadruplets, a woman in north Kashmir's Kupwara district faced immense tragedy as three of her newborns passed away. The fourth baby, in critical condition, was referred to a medical institution in Srinagar for advanced treatment. An official told News Agency Kashmir Scroll, Khalida, the wife of Shafaq Bhat, successfully delivered four babies at the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) in Kupwara. Unfortunately, three of the newborns did not survive, leaving the parents devastated. The remaining infant, a girl, was immediately transferred to a hospital in Srinagar for specialized care. The officer added that out of the four newborns, three were boys and one was a girl. The news of this tragic outcome quickly spread throughout the community...

In the Keran sector of North Kashmir's Kupwara district, a woman has left the community astonished by giving birth to quadruplets. An official informed that Khalida, the wife of Shafaq Bhat, successfully delivered four babies at the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) in Kupwara, consisting of three boys and one girl. This extraordinary occurrence marks the second instance of multiple births in the region, following a recent similar case in Kupwara district. The news has left the local population in a state of awe, struggling to comprehend the rarity of such a situation. Residents and the hospital administration have come together to acknowledge and commend the medical team responsible for the delivery. The team is receiving praise for their expertise, unwavering dedication, and com...

The timeless art of Filigree in Kashmir is on the brink of extinction, with most skilled artisans opting for other livelihoods due to its dwindling demand. Only a handful of dedicated artisans continue to practice this intricate craft, and they voice concerns that without government intervention, this cherished art form may fade away. Artisans deeply rooted in Filigree craftsmanship shared their concerns with the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO). Tariq Ahmad, a Filigree artist from the Raiteng area of Srinagar, said he has dedicated four decades to this art, passed down through generations. He, however, laments the diminishing number of practitioners over the years. Filigree, as the name suggests, is an art that revolves around threads and grains. The process of craft...

Peace will become a permanent feature in Jammu Kashmir, as the fight against militancy has reached its logical conclusion in Jammu Kashmir, Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbagh Singh said on Saturday. Addressing the police commemoration day at Zewan in Srinagar, DGP Singh said, “Even though efforts to disrupt peace from across continue, police are working hard to foil all such bids. This year eight policemen were killed in anti-militancy operations. Some officers from the army and other forces also lost their lives,” he said. The DGP said that over the past few years, the situation has witnessed a sea change in Kashmir. “J-K is on the path of peace and development,” he said. The J&K police chief paid rich tributes to the fallen heroes stating that so far 1606 policemen ...

A youth from Kupwara has lost his life in a road accident in Chandigarh. Sources told news agency Kashmir Scroll that dead body of zakir Ahmad khan resident of Kupwara, helper with truck No. JK09B-8378 died when a car hit him near sirhind Punjab on Friday. They said that his body is being transported from GMC Chandigarh to Kupwara. Further investigation in this regard has been taken up.(KS)

The High Court of Jammu Kashmir issued an order on Saturday for the immediate release of two individuals by overturning their detention under the Public Safety Act (PSA). Justice Sindhu Sharma, presiding over a bench, revoked the detention order for Mohammad Hanief Guroo from Rabitar, Gundi Roshan Ganderbal, and granted his habeas corpus petition. Guroo had been detained based on an order from the District Magistrate of Srinagar, dated May 10, 2023. Another bench led by Rajnesh Oswal nullified the detention order dated March 7, 2022, against Adil Afzal Lone, which had been issued by the District Magistrate of Srinagar. Consequently, it declared that the detention order was unsustainable on these grounds. The court also directed the authorities to release the duo immediately,...

Meer Irfan A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel died of cardiac arrest in the Shopian district of south Kashmir. An official told The Kashmiriyat that on Sunday morning, a trooper identified as Jai Prakash posted with 246 batalion of CRPF at Shopian's Wachi area fell unconscious at the camp. The 32-year-old was rushed to the hospital where he was declared brought dead upon arrival, he said. Meanwhile, Police have launched an investigation into the matter.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir V K Bidhuri Saturday said that government has made better winter preparations this year as compare to previous year. He said directions have been passed to districts and concerned officers that negligent behavior won't be tolerated in this regard. "We have got instructions to ensure better winter preparations this year," Divisional Commissioner Kashmir VK Bidhuri as per KNS said while speaking to reporters here. He said for upcoming winters men and machinery have been equipped to ensure timely snow clearance so that common people do not encounter inconvenience. He also said that control rooms established for providing better facilities this winter will also be activated timely. To a query, he said all districts have been strictly directed to a...

The immovable property (01 Kanal and 15 Marlas of orchard land) situated at Noorpora of Feroz Ganie son of Naber Ganie has been attached under section 83 CrPC from the court of Addl. Sessions Pulwama (NIA Court) by Police Awantipora. The order was executed today by Revenue authorities along with police and village representatives, a police spokesman said in a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO). “The said terrorist involved in a case under FIR number 36/2023 under section 18,20,23,25,38 and 39 UA(P) act and 7/25 Indian Arms Act of Police Station Tral was declared as proclaimed offender by special NIA Court Pulwama under section 82 CrPC earlier after absconding terrorist failed to appear before investigating agency,” police said. “Pertinently the Pak bas...