October 2023 - Page 19 of 29

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‘Hold Israel responsible’: AISA urges international community to press for peace

The All India Students Association (AISA) has urged international communities to hold Israel responsible for all the war crimes in Palestine. In a statement, AISA said that “the All India Students Association (AISA) unequivocally condemns the escalation of Israeli aggression against the civilian population in Palestine. Israel’s occupation of Palestine has continued unabated, which has resulted in gross atrocities against the Palestinian children, women and its innocent people through killings, unlawful detentions and violence." “Israel has occupied Palestinian land, attacked religious places, denied decent living, and has violated human rights of the Palestinians,” the statement reads. It reads as, “It is important to note, Palestinian struggle is not a religious fight. It is a s...

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LeT militant associate held in Baramulla, arms and ammunition recovered: Police

REGIONAL

Police alongwith security forces arrested militant associate linked with proscribed terror outfit LeT/ TRF and recovered incriminating materials, arms and ammunition from his possession in Baramulla. in a statement issued to the news agency Kashmir Scroll said that On 10 Oct 2023, on a specific input of militant movement in Ushkara area, a joint Naka was established at Ushkara by Baramulla Police, Army 46 RR,MI and 53 Bn CRPF. "During naka checking suspicious movement of one person coming towards naka point by foot was observed. While seeing police party and security forces, the suspect person tried to flee from the spot but alert naka party apprehended him tactfully. During preliminary questioning, he was identified as Mudasir Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Hamid Bhat resident of Ushkara B...

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ACB arrests TSO while accepting bribe in Rajouri

REGIONAL

Anti-corruption Bureau on Wednesday trapped and arrested Tehsil Supply officer of food civil supplies and consumer affairs department in Rajouri district while accepting bribe. Official sources told News Agency Kashmir Scroll that ACB apprehended Mohd Riaz son of Hassan Mohd resident of Rehan A/P Gujjar Mandi Rajouri TSO food and supply Rajouri while accepting bribe. They said that officer has taken into custody while further investigation has been taken up.(KS)

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Nation to prosper more when youth would follow peace, prosperity, discipline: President Murmu at KU

REGIONAL

The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, Wednesday said that when youth would follow the path of “peace, prosperity and discipline”, the nation will automatically prosper and progress. Addressing the 40th convocation at Kashmir University, President Murmu, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the nation would prosper more when more and more youth would follow Aman and Chayen (peace and prosperity). “When youth will follow discipline, the nation will progress,” she thundered from the stage of KU convocation hall. President Murmu started her speech with “Ye Che Mouj Kashmir” and received a huge round of applause. “I am glad to be here. I have been to various convocations and at various institutions and universities of the country but let me tell the youth this c...

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Hideout busted in JK’s Doda district

REGIONAL

Security forces on Wednesday claimed to have busted a hideout in the forest area of Doda district. Official sources told news agency Kashmir Scroll that a hideout was busted by security forces at the Dewachan Gwadi forest area in the Bhaderwah area of Doda. They said that in the operation, arms and ammunition were recovered.(KS) More Details Awaited

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Second strong earthquake hits Afghanistan in days

INTERNATIONAL

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, just days after a series of deadly quakes left more than 2,400 people dead, Al Jazeera reported. The powerful earthquake struck an area near Herat, the capital of Herat province, early on Wednesday morning, local time. There was limited information about the immediate impact of the quake. The office of Herat’s governor said there had been “huge losses” in districts near areas that had been flattened by earlier quakes. At least 80 people have been injured and a landslide has blocked the main Herat-Torghundi highway, The Associated Press reported, quoting Ministry of Information spokesperson Abdul Wahid Rayan. The latest earthquake comes as Afghans are reeling from a 6.3 magnitude quake and subsequent aftershocks tha...

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President Murmu arrives in Srinagar for 2-day JK visit

REGIONAL

Amid heightened security measures, President Draupadi Murmu on Wednesday arrived in Srinagar for a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir. An official told the news agency—Kashmir news Observer (KNO), that President Murmu was received by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Srinagar Airport. He said that the President will preside over the 20th convocation of the University of Kashmir today. On October 12 she will visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi temple where she will inaugurate a remodelled Parvati Bhavan and Skywalk at the revered shrine. She will also interact with members of local tribal groups and women of self-help groups at Raj Bhavan besides attending a civic reception to be hosted in her honour there—(KNO)

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Mental health issues in Kashmir higher than global average

REGIONAL

The Kashmir Valley grapples with a higher prevalence of mental health issues compared to the global average, a situation attributed to various factors including conflict, climatic conditions, and economic challenges, according to the doctors who spoke to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO). Despite these challenges, approximately 85 percent of the population maintains a healthy lifestyle, said Dr Mansoor Ahmad, Head of Psychiatry at GMC Anantnag. He emphasised the moral responsibility of the community in recognising the signs of mental distress, particularly suicidal thoughts, and extending positive support networks. He also highlighted the alarming rise in drug abuse, especially among the youth, urging immediate action to prevent the ruinous impact on lives and careers. “...

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Agniveer dies due to bullet injuries along LoC in Mankote Poonch

REGIONAL

An Agniveer was killed due to bullet injury along Line of Control in Mankote Sector of Poonch district, officials said on Wednesday. They said Sepoy (Agniveer) Amritpal Singh, presently posted near LOC in Mankote area of Mendhar sub division of Poonch district, was performing sentri duty at the time of incident. He died on spot, they said. Later police party visited on the spot and after completing all legal formalities, the body was shifted to hospital for postmortem. Confirming it, a police official told GNS that whether the incident was due accidental fire, suicide or any other reason is being verified. (GNS)

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Mehbooba Mufti, Sajad Lone visits Qazi Manzil in Anantnag

OTHERS

PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti and J-KPC President Sajad Lone visited the residence of Shaheed Dr. Qazi Nisar in Anantnag to pay his respects and offer condolences to the family on the sad demise of his wife. They conveyed heartfelt condolences to the grieving family during this challenging time. The both leaders expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with the family in their moment of loss. Expressing solidarity with the bereaved family, the leaders prayed for peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family to bear the loss.