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Intake capacity of MBBS courses increased from 500 to 1100 in J-K

REGIONAL

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced an increase in the intake capacity of MBBS courses in Jammu & Kashmir from 500 to 1100. It also informed that Rs 881 crore has been spent on upgrading of health institutions in JK. According to the MHA’s Annual Report for the year 2022-23, accessed by the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the intake capacity of MBBS courses in the region has significantly increased from 500 to 1100 and a total of Rs 881 crore has been invested in upgrading and rebuilding 140 health institutions. The report highlights the swift progress in the construction of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Jammu and Awantipora, underlining the government’s dedication to providing advanced healthcare services. Additionally, the estab...

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Three SSB personnel injured in gas leakage incident in Ganderbal

REGIONAL

Three personnel from Suraksha Sema Bal (SSB) were injured in a gas leakage incident in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday officials said. Reliable sources told news agency Kashmir Scroll that SSB personnel sustained burn injuries due to a gas leakage while practicing in the Dignibal area of Ganderbal. The injured personnel were immediately taken to SKIMS Soura for treatment. The official reported that their condition is stable. An official confirmed the incident KS and identified the injured personnel as Dilawar Singh (50), Jasbeer Singh (40), and Jasbir Kumar (42). He said stated that a case has been registered, and an investigation into the matter has commenced.(KS)

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IT raids continue for 2nd day at several locations in Kashmir

REGIONAL

The income tax raids related to some business groups continue for the second day at several locations across the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday day, officials said. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the raids were being conducted in Srinagar, Sopore, Sonamarg, Khrew, Budgam, Humhama, Lal mandi and Hyderpora. He said that the raids related to some business of ARCO group are being conducted since yesterday across these locations. He added that cash, evidence of property investment, and other documents have also been seized during the ongoing raids. The official added that nearly two crore cash was also recovered during raids at Shah Anwar Colony in Hyderpora—(KNO)

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Israeli warplanes bomb four ambulances, one woman killed in Palestine’s Gaza

INTERNATIONAL

Israeli warplanes bombed four ambulances and killed a woman in the Gaza Strip of Palestine, WAFA news agency reported. According to WAFA, the occupation warplanes targeted a house in Al-Hadba area in Deir Al-Balah, killing one woman and wounding others who were transferred to Al-Aqsa Hospital. A number of Palestinians were also injured in an Israeli raid on a house belonging to Qadeeh family in the town of Abasan Al Kabira, east of Khan Yunis Governorate. “The Israeli occupation forces bombed four ambulances that were present to transport the casualties in the Abasan Al-Kabira area,” WAFA reported.

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Darul Uloom building, where two militants were killed last year, demolished in Pulwama

REGIONAL

The authorities have demolished a building of Darul Uloom built on government land in Chewa Kalan village of south Kashmir's Pulwama district, where two militants were killed last year. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the action was taken on the recommendations of National Investigation Agency (NIA). He said that in March 2022 two militants were killed in the same building, following which the case was taken over by the NIA. “During investigation the NIA had arrested administrators of the Darul Uloom who are still under custody, while the 3-room building that got damaged in the encounter wasn't put to use since last year,” he said. The official said that remnants of the building were damaged last night by Revenue authorities with the assistance...

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After rain spell, MeT predicts mainly dry weather in JK till Oct 13

REGIONAL

After overnight rains in plains and snowfall over upper reaches, the weather was clear at most places in Jammu and Kashmir with the meteorological department on Tuesday predicting mainly clear skies till October 13. A meteorological department official here told GNS that a brief spell of rain/snowfall over higher reaches may occur but “chances are less.” He said that the weather is expected to be mainly dry from October 11 to 13. From October 14-17, he said, intermittent light to moderate rain and snowfall over higher reaches was likely at many places of Jammu and Kashmir and its chances ranged between 60-70%. Regarding the rainfall from last evening till 0830 hours today, he said, Srinagar received 16.7mm, Qazigund 17.2mm, Pahalgam 16.6mm, Kupwara 3.6mm, Kokernbag 21.0mm, Gulm...

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Senior lecturer rips off female student’s hijab in Kashmir school

EDUCATION

In a shameful incident in north Kashmir's Bandipora district, a a senior lecturer finds himself entangled in a legal predicament, as he faces allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. This comes in the wake of an incident where the lecturer allegedly tore a 12th-grade student's hijab during a classroom session. This incident has sent shockwave across Kashmir and reignited discussions about the safety and well-being of students within the educational system. The Kashmiriyat has learned in this matter, that the senior lecturer is accused of harassing the student by forcibly removing her hijab in front of her peers after having issued threats, cautioning against wearing the hijab. Official sources, quoted by a news agency, Kashmir Despatch, ver...

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Fake News: Police register FIR against ‘news reporter’ in Rajouri

OTHERS

Police in Rajouri district have registered an FIR against one Facebook page journalist for allegedly spreading fake rumors. A top police officer told news agency Kashmir Scroll that the FIR was registered following a complaint by a local Farooq (name changed). According to the complaint, the journalist of the local Facebook page circulated a video on Facebook in which he claimed to have seen the local youth with unidentified individuals carrying AK47 rifles and alleged that Farooq (name changed) was associated with militants and had returned home after leaving his mobile phone at the spot. However, within hours, he deleted the video from social media. Based on the complaint, the FIR (No. 102 of 2023) has been registered under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including se...

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Two militants killed in Shopian encounter, searches continue

REGIONAL

Meer Irfan Two militants have been killed during the ongoing encounter in the Shopian district of south Kashmir. During the interviewing night, government forces including RR, police and CRPF laid a cordon and search operation following an input about militant movement in the Alshipora area of the south Kashmir district. As the forces reached the suspected spot, the hiding militants opened fire upon the goverment forces triggering an encounter, an official told The Kashmiriyat. He said that during the following exchange of gunfire, two militants were killed. "Their identities are being verified," he said. Meanwhile, the search operation is still going on as more militants are believed to be present at the spot.

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President’s visit to Srinagar: DGP heads meeting of top security officials, preparations reviewed

REGIONAL

Director General of Police J&K, Dilbag Singh, spearheaded a crucial meeting with senior officials from the Police, CRPF, Army, and Intelligence agencies to meticulously assess the security measures for the upcoming visit of the President of India to Srinagar. As per news agency Kashmir Scroll, the comprehensive discussion revolved around formulating robust security arrangements along the President's designated route and at the event venues, encompassing various aspects such as manpower deployment, coordination, and intelligence sharing. During the meeting, DGP Singh emphasized the paramount importance of synergy among the different agencies involved in ensuring a safe and successful visit. He highlighted the significance of thorough briefings, enhanced patrolling, and heightened ...