January 2024 - Page 19 of 22

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Property of militancy accused man attached in Srinagar: NIA

REGIONAL

National Investigation Agency on Saturday morning attached the residential house of an accused in connection with case of weapon recovery in Chanapora area of Srinagar district. Sources told GNS that a NIA team along with police and CRPF this morning attached the property of an accused namely Mushtaq Ahmad son of Abdul Ganaie, Khan Colony, Chanapora, they said. The house has been attached in connection with case RC 4/22 regarding recovery of weapon, they added. Its pertinent to mention that Srinagar Police in May 2023 in Chanapora arrested two local hybrid militants of proscribed militant outfit LeT/TRF. Incriminating materials, arms & ammunition including 15 pistols, 30 magazines, 300 rounds & 1 silencer were recovered. The case was handed over to NIA for further in...

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Dry spell continues in Kashmir, Srinagar shivers at minus 5.4 degree Celsius

REGIONAL

Amid persistent dry spell across Kashmir, the minimum temperature has recorded a further dip on Saturday with Srinagar recording a low of minus 5.4 degree Celsius. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the mercury continued to settle below freezing point in the ongoing 40-day harshest winter period, Chillai Kalan. As per the data, Pahalgam was the coldest at minus 6.3 degree Celsius. Kupwara in north Kashmir recorded a low of minus 5.4 degree Celsius. Qazigund, the gateway of Kashmir has recorded a minimum temperature of minus 4.6 degree Celsius while Gulmarg, a famous ski-resort recorded a low of minus 4.5 degree Celsius. In Kokernag, the mercury settled at minus 2.9 degree Celsius. Pertinently, the weatherman has predicted dry weather conditions till...

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Kashmiri teenage girl Muskan Mehraj secures silver in National Martial Arts Championship

SPORTS

Danishwar Hameed A 14-year-old girl from Kulgam district, Muskan Mehraj, has secured a silver medal in the Sub-junior National Martial Art Championship held in Delhi from December 23 to 25, 2023. Muskan, a 9th-grade student at Leeds Convent School Kulgam, expressed her happiness over the achievement and credited her success to coaches Farhan Reyaz and Shah Fasil Ali, as well as her family's unwavering support. The championship, organized by Bagatur Federation Cup 2023, witnessed the participation of 270 students from 15 states across India. Gindoo Foundation Awantipora's 8 students excelled, clinching 2 gold medals, 4 silver, and 2 bronze medals. Speaking to The Kashmiriyat, Muskan said, "I am very much happy over winning the silver medal at the national level. I started my jou...

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VDC member dies by suicide in Doda

REGIONAL

A village defense committee member was found dead with bullet injury on his body in Doda district even as police said it was a case of suicide, police said on Friday. A top police official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the VDC member identified as Balwant Singh son of Prem Nath resident of Kharangal Gandoh was found dead near his home today morning. He said that as per preliminary investigation, the VDC member has died by suicide and a weapon was also found near his body. The official said the body has been sent for post-mortem, while a case has been registered and further investigation is on—(KNO)

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Artisans bemoan decline of handmade chain stitch craftsmanship in Kashmir

REGIONAL

The intricate artistry of handmade chain stitch work is witnessing a decline, posing challenges for artisans who have mastered this meticulous craft through generations. The demand for such traditional craftsmanship is diminishing, overshadowed by the allure of mass-produced alternatives. Artisans, who have inherited the legacy of handmade chain stitch work, express concern over the various challenges that threaten the continuity of this unique craft. Speaking with the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Abdul Rasheed Bhat, a 60-year-old chain stitch master from Tengpora Nawa Kadal, lamented the decline of this art form despite his family running a Kashmir Crewel Chain stitch factory in the area for the past century. “I have been associated with this craft for the last 40 yea...

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Night temperatures plummet across Kashmir, Shopian freezes at Minus 4.7°C

REGIONAL

The Kashmir valley is clutched in an extreme winter, as temperatures continue to plummet across the region. Srinagar, the capital of the valley, shivers at -3.0°C, with the famous Dal Lake frozen solid and several tributaries of the Jhelum River transformed into icy wonders. The meteorological department predicts a dry week ahead, offering little respite from the biting cold. In the higher altitudes, wet weather is anticipated. Moving through the Kashmir region, towns and cities are all grappling with sub-zero temperatures, painting a picturesque yet challenging winter scene. The minimum temperatures in Kashmir showcase a harsh winter with Srinagar at -3.0°C, Qazigund at -3.0°C, Pahalgam at -4.5°C, Kupwara at -2.6°C, Kokernag at -2.0°C, Gulmarg at -3.5°C, Sonamarg at -4.0°C, An...

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One militant killed in encounter in Shopian area

REGIONAL

Meer Irfan One militant has been killed in the encounter that raged in the Chotigam area of Shopian district in south Kashmir. An official told The Kashmiriyat that on Friday forces including RR of Indian Army, Kammi Kashmir Police and CRPF launched a joint cordon and search operation in the area. The operation launched following an input about militant movement, changed into an encounter when the force personnel were fired upon by the hiding militants. During the following exchange of gunfire, one militant was killed, they said. The officials said that the search operation is still going on.

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Imam Shot dead outside mosque in United States

INTERNATIONAL

Tragedy struck in Newark, New Jersey, as Imam Hassan Sharif was fatally shot outside Masjid Muhammad mosque on Wednesday morning, succumbing to his injuries at the hospital. The incident occurred shortly after predawn prayers, and law enforcement is actively searching for the assailant. According to police reports, the victim sustained a single gunshot wound to the abdomen and the right arm. In the wake of the shooting, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin acknowledged the rising trend of bias incidents against the Muslim community, expressing concern that this act of gun violence would further heighten fears in the state. Platkin stated, "Every possible angle will, of course, be explored and every lead will be fully investigated." Despite the tragic nature of the incident, th...

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Wanted Hizb militant arrested by Delhi Police

REGIONAL

The Delhi Police Special Cell has claimed that it arrested a Hizbul Mujahideen militant, sought in connection with multiple militancy-related incidents in Jammu Kashmir. The official statement confirmed the arrest, stating, "The accused was wanted in multiple terror incidents in Jammu and Kashmir." A press conference scheduled for 5 pm by the Special Cell aims to provide additional details about the arrest. Reports indicate that the captured militant, Javaid Mattoo, carried a bounty of Rs five lakh on his head and is also a subject of interest for the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Mattoo is alleged to have played a role in numerous terror activities in the Jammu and Kashmir region. This arrest follows closely on the heels of another operation in Kishtwar by the Jammu ...

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Undertrials cannot be compelled to disclose digital passwords, rules Delhi court

INDIA

In a recent ruling, Justice Saurabh Banerjee of the Delhi High Court emphasized that individuals accused in a trial cannot be compelled to divulge passwords or similar details of seized digital devices. This decision was made while granting bail to Sanket Bhadresh Modi, the director of a company accused of orchestrating a $20 million fraudulent phone call scheme to the United States from counterfeit call centers in India. The Central Bureau of Investigation, opposing Modi's bail plea, argued that he, being the primary suspect, had not provided passwords for his devices, email, and cryptocurrency wallet accounts. Justice Banerjee addressed this by stating, "Thus, any accused like the applicant is expected to show high sensitivity, diligence and understanding during such an investig...