October 2023 - Page 5 of 29

Oct272023 by News DeskNo Comments

Gaza faces intense bombardment minutes after communication blackout: Report

INTERNATIONAL

The communication including internet and phones have been snapped down in Gaza strip of Palestine amid a heavy bombardment by the Israeli forces. According to Gaza Now, a local media outlet, there is complete interruption of the Internet and communications in the Gaza Strip and Gaza is now being subjected to violent, non-stop bombing. It further said that, "Very violent bombardment on various parts of the Gaza Strip now... a bombing that Gaza has not witnessed since the beginning of the aggression." Palestinian journalist took to Instagram and said, "Communication and internet have been completely cut off from Gaza for the last 30 minutes. I have tried to call every single person I could and I cannot reach anyone. I don't know anything about my mother or the rest of my family and ...

Oct272023 by News DeskNo Comments

Government schools in JK shrink by 19 per cent

EDUCATION

Due to the zero or low enrolment of students in government schools, the total number of public schools in Jammu Kashmir has decreased by nearly 19 percent. Senior officials from the department informed the news agency KNO, “We had some government schools with very low student enrolment, some even with fewer than five students. We merged them with nearby government schools.” They also mentioned that these schools were previously listed separately on UDISE. “Previously, we had 23,117 government schools according to UDISE, but in the updated database, there are only 18,820 schools.” “We had almost 4,300 government schools with fewer than five or zero student enrolments,” the official stated, clarifying that there are no longer any government schools with zero enrolment. “In recent...

Oct272023 by News DeskNo Comments

Economic crisis looms as stone quarrying ban hits Bandipora village, residents seek official intervention

BUSINESS

The ban on stone quarrying in SK Bala area of Bandipora district has left numerous families who rely on this trade for their livelihoods in a state of distress. For generations, stone quarrying has been the primary source of income for scores of families in SK Bala Village, providing them with the means to support their households. However, recent environmental concerns and regulatory adjustments have resulted in a ban on this long-standing practice, leaving these families in a state of uncertainty. This ban has had repercussions for both quarry owners and the laborers who depend on it for their income. Many of these families are currently grappling with financial challenges, facing the risk of losing their homes and livelihoods. Local resident Asif Ali Ganie, whose family h...

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Prayers disallowed at Jamia Masjid of Srinagar, Mirwaiz Umar placed under house arrest: AAC

REGIONAL

The Jamia Masjid of Srinagar was shut by authorities for the third consecutive Friday, while Police personnel were deployed outside several mosques to prevent protests. Awami Action Committee led by Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said that for the third consecutive Friday no prayers were allowed at central Jama Masjid Srinagar and its chairman was once again placed under house arrest. Scores of Policemen and vehicles were deployed outside the Imambargah in Srinagar's Bemina and the head preacher of the Imambargah Aga Syed Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri was placed under house arrest, a close aide of the Shia cleric told The Kashmiriyat. Meanwhile, in a statement AAC said that repeated closure of Jama Majid and house detention of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq are reminders of the situation in J&K and its fr...

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R R Swain gets additional charge of DG of Jammu Kashmir Police

REGIONAL

As Dilbagh Singh attains superannuation to culminate longest tenure as Director General of Police of Jammu kashmir by month end, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, on Friday assigned additional charge of the post to incumbent Special DG J&K RR Swain (IPS). According to the order by MHA, a copy of which lies with GNS, the 1991-AGMUT Cadre, Swain has been asked to take the additional charge of the post from November 1. "With the approval of competent authority, Shri R.R Swain, IPS presently posted as special DG, CID, Jammu Kashmir will also function as in-charge Director General of Police in addition to his existing charge with effect from 1-11-23 and until further orders," the order added.(GNS)

Oct272023 by News DeskNo Comments

‘Crime on Camera’: Unknown men attack mosque in Jammu, Police launch probe

REGIONAL

Unknown men attacked a mosque in the Lakhanpur area of Kathua district in Jammu Kashmir following which Police have launched an investigation into the incident. In a CCTV footage of the incident, a man can be seen attacking the mosque with stones and damaging it's windows and doors while recording the entire incident. The unknown person was later joined by another person in the dark of the night while throwing stones at the mosque located in Jamabagh area near Golden gate in Lakhanpur. In the video, the two young men can be seen smashing the windows and the gates and causing massive damage to the mosque while being vigil. As per sources, the mosque is located besides the mosque and there have been attempts previously too in the area to disturb the peaceful environment. They ...

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Prominent Kashmiri Shia cleric placed under house arrest for second consecutive Friday

SPORTS

Prominent Shia cleric Aga Syed Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri has been placed under house arrest for the second consecutive Friday, Anjuman Sharie Shiayan said. In a Facebook post, Anjuman Sharie Shiayan said, "President Anjuman e Sharie Shiayan Hujjat ul Islam Wal Muslimeen Aga Syed Mohammad Hadi al- Mosavi Al- Safvi has again been put under detention at his residence by the authorities in regard with Friday congregation today." They further claimed that it was done to prevent the voice of the people of Palestine resonating in the Kashmir valley. Aga Hadi Mohammed Kashmiri who is renowned among both Sunni and Shia Muslims was placed under house arrest the last Friday too to prevent him from leading a protest in support of Palestinian people. On Friday, sources close to Aga Hadi Mo...

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Pakistan violates ceasefire along international border in Jammu, BSF trooper injured

INDIA

Pakistan initiated unprovoked firing at the International Border, violating the ceasefire in the RS Pura sector on October 26, BSF said. During this violation, a 30-year-old BSF jawan, Basavraj SR, sustained injuries but was safely evacuated. He was stationed at Bikram Post in Arnia. Reports indicate that unprovoked firing by Pakistan Rangers commenced around 8:00 pm on Thursday, targeting Border Security Force (BSF) posts in the Arnia area. According to officials, Pakistan Rangers initiated firing on a BSF battalion situated in RS Pura, and BSF personnel effectively retaliated. The situation has caused panic among the locals in the RS Pura sector, leading them to leave their homes and seek safer locations. This marks the second ceasefire violation at the International Borde...

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RR Swain likely to be the new Police chief of Jammu Kashmir

INDIA

Rashmi Ranjan Swain, a senior IPS officer from the 1991 batch, is set to assume the role of Director General of Police (DGP) for the J&K Police force on October 31. He will succeed Dilbag Singh, who will retire as the longest-serving Police chief of J&K on the same day. Swain has served as the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in both Srinagar and Jammu, the capital cities. Having spent over 15 years on central deputation, he has held various significant roles, including a foreign posting as a recognition of his exceptional abilities. It is anticipated that the official appointment of Swain as the J&K Police chief will be announced in the coming days, according to reliable sources. Well placed sources informed The Kashmiriyat that his name was the sole one re...

Oct262023 by News DeskNo Comments

Qatar court sentences eight Indian naval officers to death for espionage

INTERNATIONAL

The Court of First Instance in Qatar has issued a death penalty verdict for eight former naval officers who were detained in Doha on charges of espionage, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The MEA expressed its profound shock at the verdict and is now awaiting the full judgment, reported ANI. In an official press release, the MEA stated, "We have received preliminary information that the Court of First Instance in Qatar has delivered a verdict today in the case involving eight Indian employees of Al Dahra company. We are deeply dismayed by the death penalty verdict and are eagerly awaiting the detailed judgment. We are in contact with the family members and legal counsel and are exploring all available legal options." The MEA emphasized the significance of this ...